Nature inverted, or, Judgement turned into gall delivered in a sermon at the Cathedral Church of St. Peter in York, upon Monday the 18th of July, 1670, being the summer assize held before the Right Honourable Baron Turner and Baron Littleton, the Right Worshipfull Sr. Philip Monckton, Knight, being then High-sheriff of Yorkshire / by James Johnson ...

Johnson, James, 1639 or 40-1704
Publisher: Printed by John Hayes for Samuel Simpson
Place of Publication: Cambridge
Publication Year: 1670
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A46905 ESTC ID: R3847 STC ID: J778
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Amos VI, 12; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 Amos 6. 12. Shall horses run upon the rock? will one plow there with oxen? for ye have turned Judgement into gall, Amos 6. 12. Shall Horses run upon the rock? will one blow there with oxen? for you have turned Judgement into Gall, np1 crd crd vmb n2 vvi p-acp dt n1? vmb crd n1 a-acp p-acp n2? p-acp pn22 vhb vvn n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 and the fruit of Righteousness into hemlock. and the fruit of Righteousness into hemlock. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
2 THis proverbial speech among the Jews (the like to which, as Osiander relates, they have among the Germans ) used to express a thing difficult or impossible, seems at the first view, THis proverbial speech among the jews (the like to which, as Osiander relates, they have among the Germanes) used to express a thing difficult or impossible, seems At the First view, d j n1 p-acp dt np2 (dt j p-acp r-crq, c-acp np1 vvz, pns32 vhb p-acp dt j) vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 j cc j, vvz p-acp dt ord n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
3 as difficult as the thing it expresses; and though it be a stile very suitable to the Prophet, who was a herd-man of Tekoa, to speak of Horses and Oxen, yet there seems to be as incongruous a connexion of that which is joyned with them: as difficult as the thing it Expresses; and though it be a style very suitable to the Prophet, who was a herdsman of Tekoa, to speak of Horses and Oxen, yet there seems to be as incongruous a connexion of that which is joined with them: c-acp j p-acp dt n1 pn31 vvz; cc cs pn31 vbb dt n1 av j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pp-f n2 cc n2, av a-acp vvz pc-acp vbi a-acp j dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno32: (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
4 for what coherence is there betwixt Horses and Judgement; betwixt Oxen and Righteousness? or what dependance betwixt running upon a rock, and turning Judgement into gall; betwixt plowing with Oxen, and turning the fruit of Righteousness into Hemlock? The strangeness of which connexion according to the several aspects it bears, hath administred as diverse and strange apprehensions in the judgements of those that have plowed with their heifers to find out the riddle. for what coherence is there betwixt Horses and Judgement; betwixt Oxen and Righteousness? or what dependence betwixt running upon a rock, and turning Judgement into Gall; betwixt plowing with Oxen, and turning the fruit of Righteousness into Hemlock? The strangeness of which connexion according to the several aspects it bears, hath administered as diverse and strange apprehensions in the Judgments of those that have plowed with their heifers to find out the riddle. p-acp r-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp n2 cc n1; p-acp n2 cc n1? cc r-crq n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vvg n1 p-acp n1; p-acp vvg p-acp n2, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1? dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 vvg p-acp dt j n2 pn31 vvz, vhz vvn p-acp j cc j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vhb vvn p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi av dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
5 1. Some straining the words so far, as to interpret them to be a prediction of the rejecting of the Jews, and election or taking in of the Gentiles; the Jews being those, that like untamed heifers, would not submit their necks to the yoke of Gods law, which was as difficult for that stubborn and stiff-necked people to do, as for the wild oxe (of which S. Jerome understands this place) to plow upon the rocks; 1. some straining the words so Far, as to interpret them to be a prediction of the rejecting of the jews, and election or taking in of the Gentiles; the jews being those, that like untamed heifers, would not submit their necks to the yoke of God's law, which was as difficult for that stubborn and Stiffnecked people to do, as for the wild ox (of which S. Jerome understands this place) to blow upon the Rocks; crd d vvg dt n2 av av-j, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt vvg pp-f dt np2, cc n1 cc vvg p-acp pp-f dt n2-j; dt np2 vbg d, cst av-j j n2, vmd xx vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq vbds a-acp j c-acp d j cc j n1 pc-acp vdi, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 (pp-f r-crq n1 np1 vvz d n1) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
6 and therefore Christ rejecting these, makes choice of the Gentiles, a people of a more tame and gentle nature, to bear his Evangelical yoke, and Therefore christ rejecting these, makes choice of the Gentiles, a people of a more tame and gentle nature, to bear his Evangelical yoke, cc av np1 vvg d, vvz n1 pp-f dt n2-j, dt n1 pp-f dt av-dc j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi po31 np1 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
7 and to them he says, take my yoke upon you. and to them he Says, take my yoke upon you. cc p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz, vvb po11 n1 p-acp pn22. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
8 2. Others conceive the Prophet by these words to express the Israelites ineptitude and unfitness for the performance of any good that was required of, or expected from them. 2. Others conceive the Prophet by these words to express the Israelites ineptitude and unfitness for the performance of any good that was required of, or expected from them. crd ng2-jn vvb dt n1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt np1 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cst vbds vvn pp-f, cc vvd p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
9 They were like the Prophet's girdle hid at Euphrates, marred; or like the pin in Ezekiel made of the vine, useless, and good for nothing; They were like the Prophet's girdle hid At Euphrates, marred; or like the pin in Ezekielem made of the vine, useless, and good for nothing; pns32 vbdr av-j dt ng1 n1 vvn p-acp np1, vvn; cc av-j dt n1 p-acp np1 vvn pp-f dt n1, j, cc j p-acp pix; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
10 they were (as the Psalmist speaks) wise to do evil, but to do good, they had no understanding. they were (as the Psalmist speaks) wise to do evil, but to do good, they had no understanding. pns32 vbdr (c-acp dt n1 vvz) j pc-acp vdi j-jn, cc-acp pc-acp vdi j, pns32 vhd dx n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
11 The oxe knew his owner, & the ass his masters crib, but Israel did not know, this brutish people did not understand. The ox knew his owner, & the Ass his Masters crib, but Israel did not know, this brutish people did not understand. dt n1 vvd po31 n1, cc dt n1 po31 ng1 n1, cc-acp np1 vdd xx vvi, d j n1 vdd xx vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
12 They misunderstood, or neglected their duty, and were as unskilfull in the choice, as unfit for the performance of it; They misunderstood, or neglected their duty, and were as unskilful in the choice, as unfit for the performance of it; pns32 vvd, cc vvd po32 n1, cc vbdr c-acp j p-acp dt n1, p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
13 their choice and wishes being like those of the horse and oxe, mentioned by the Poet, Optat ephippia bos piger, optat arare caballus. their choice and wishes being like those of the horse and ox, mentioned by the Poet, Optat Ephippia bos piger, Optat arare caballus. po32 j cc n2 vbg j d pp-f dt n1 cc n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
14 And therefore to these creatures, the Prophet compares them, it being as impossible for them to do well, And Therefore to these creatures, the Prophet compares them, it being as impossible for them to do well, cc av p-acp d n2, dt n1 vvz pno32, pn31 vbg p-acp j c-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
15 or run in the ways of Obedience, as it is for Horses to run upon the rock, or run in the ways of obedience, as it is for Horses to run upon the rock, cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
16 or one to plow there with Oxen. or one to blow there with Oxen. cc pi pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1 (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
17 3. Others apprehend the words as a reproof of their folly, in that they thought to advance themselves, 3. Others apprehend the words as a reproof of their folly, in that they Thought to advance themselves, crd ng2-jn vvb dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp cst pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi px32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
18 or establish their kingdom by idolatry, oppression, and the like, mentioned ch. 4. which was a course as foolish, as a horses running upon a rock, and as fruitless, as ones plowing there with oxen. or establish their Kingdom by idolatry, oppression, and the like, mentioned changed. 4. which was a course as foolish, as a Horses running upon a rock, and as fruitless, as ones plowing there with oxen. cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc dt j, vvn vvn. crd r-crq vbds dt n1 c-acp j, p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp j, p-acp pi2 vvg a-acp p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
19 As though the Prophet had told them, how agreeable soever wickedness was to their nature, yet it was contrary to their design; they made use of very unlikely means to promote their ends; they were so far from advancing themselves by impiety, that they took the readiest and most compendious way to effect their ruine. They that think by fraud and injustice, by oppression and violence, by rapine and other wickedness to lay the foundation of their greatness, do thereby undermine those very foundations which they lay; As though the Prophet had told them, how agreeable soever wickedness was to their nature, yet it was contrary to their Design; they made use of very unlikely means to promote their ends; they were so Far from advancing themselves by impiety, that they took the Readiest and most compendious Way to Effect their ruin. They that think by fraud and injustice, by oppression and violence, by rapine and other wickedness to lay the Foundation of their greatness, do thereby undermine those very foundations which they lay; c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn pno32, c-crq j av n1 vbds p-acp po32 n1, av pn31 vbds j-jn p-acp po32 vvb; pns32 vvd n1 pp-f av j vvz pc-acp vvi po32 n2; pns32 vbdr av av-j p-acp vvg px32 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vvd dt js cc av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 vvi. pns32 d vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vdb av vvi d j n2 r-crq pns32 vvd; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
20 they cannot set upon a more speedy and effectual way of destroying themselves, than by practising such attempts upon others. they cannot Set upon a more speedy and effectual Way of destroying themselves, than by practising such attempts upon Others. pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f vvg px32, cs p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp n2-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
21 4. Others understand the words as a reproof of their gross security, and sottish stupidity, in that they thought, notwithstanding their sins, God upon the account of his Covenant, was bound to be propitious to them, 4. Others understand the words as a reproof of their gross security, and sottish stupidity, in that they Thought, notwithstanding their Sins, God upon the account of his Covenant, was bound to be propitious to them, crd ng2-jn vvb dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1, cc j n1, p-acp cst pns32 vvd, c-acp po32 n2, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbds vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
22 and to load them with his benefits; and to load them with his benefits; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
23 they looked that themselves (like Gideons fleece) should be wet with the dew of heavens blessing, though all nations about them, were but as dry ground: Because God entred into league with their Fathers, they therefore expected the benefit of that covenant, they looked that themselves (like Gideons fleece) should be wet with the due of heavens blessing, though all Nations about them, were but as dry ground: Because God entered into league with their Father's, they Therefore expected the benefit of that Covenant, pns32 vvd cst px32 (av-j np1 n1) vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, c-acp d n2 p-acp pno32, vbdr cc-acp c-acp j n1: p-acp np1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 av vvd dt n1 pp-f d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
24 though they did not perform the condition of it. though they did not perform the condition of it. cs pns32 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
25 The Prophet at once refutes their folly, and condemns their impiety, telling them God could be unmindfull of that Covenant, seeing they on their parts had so hainously broken it; The Prophet At once refutes their folly, and condemns their impiety, telling them God could be unmindful of that Covenant, seeing they on their parts had so heinously broken it; dt n1 p-acp a-acp vvz po32 n1, cc vvz po32 n1, vvg pno32 np1 vmd vbi j pp-f d n1, vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n2 vhd av av-j vvn pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
26 and whilest they were such stupid and senseless rocks, he could no more run on in the way of blessing, and doing them good, than horses could run on a rock, or one plow there with oxen, and whilst they were such stupid and senseless Rocks, he could no more run on in the Way of blessing, and doing them good, than Horses could run on a rock, or one blow there with oxen, cc cs pns32 vbdr d j cc j n2, pns31 vmd av-dx av-dc vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vdg pno32 j, cs n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cc crd n1 a-acp p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
27 for they had turned judgement into gall, and the fruit of Righteousness into hemlock, he therefore must deal accordingly with them, he will recompense them according to their doings. for they had turned judgement into Gall, and the fruit of Righteousness into hemlock, he Therefore must deal accordingly with them, he will recompense them according to their doings. c-acp pns32 vhd vvn n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pns31 av vmb vvi av-vvg p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 vvg p-acp po32 n2-vdg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
28 The divine Nemesis will retaliate to men according to their offences. The divine Nemesis will retaliate to men according to their offences. dt j-jn np1 vmb vvi p-acp n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
29 The secure sinner shall not always go unpunished, but receive the effects of his sin, adequate to the nature of it. The secure sinner shall not always go unpunished, but receive the effects of his since, adequate to the nature of it. dt j n1 vmb xx av vvi j, cc-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
30 As I have done (saith Adonibezek) so hath God requited me. And though the Jews here might think to escape better, As I have done (Says Adonibezek) so hath God requited me. And though the jews Here might think to escape better, c-acp pns11 vhb vdn (vvz np1) av vhz np1 vvd pno11. cc cs dt np2 av vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av-jc, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
31 and compound with God for their sins, and hope by their numerous sacrifices, and ceremonious worship to propitiate that Deity they had displeased, and compound with God for their Sins, and hope by their numerous Sacrifices, and ceremonious worship to propitiate that Deity they had displeased, cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb p-acp po32 j n2, cc j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pns32 vhd vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
32 yet God tells them, though ye offer me burnt-offerings, and meat-offerings, I will not accept them, yet God tells them, though you offer me Burnt offerings, and Meat offerings, I will not accept them, av np1 vvz pno32, c-acp pn22 vvb pno11 n2, cc n2, pns11 vmb xx vvi pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
33 neither will I regard the peace-offerings of your fat beasts. Take thou away from me, the noise of thy songs: neither will I regard the peace-offerings of your fat beasts. Take thou away from me, the noise of thy songs: dx vmb pns11 vvi dt n2 pp-f po22 j n2. vvb pns21 av p-acp pno11, dt n1 pp-f po21 n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
34 for I will not hear the melody of thy viols. But let judgement run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream. for I will not hear the melody of thy viols. But let judgement run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream. c-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2. cc-acp vvb n1 vvi a-acp p-acp n2, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
35 5. Others think the words to be an exprobration of their accustomed courses in sin, they had been so long inured to the practice thereof, 5. Others think the words to be an exprobration of their accustomed courses in since, they had been so long inured to the practice thereof, crd ng2-jn vvb dt n2 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po32 vvn n2 p-acp n1, pns32 vhd vbn av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
36 as it was now difficult or impossible for them to lose the habit. Can the Ethiopian change his skin, as it was now difficult or impossible for them to loose the habit. Can the Ethiopian change his skin, c-acp pn31 vbds av j cc j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1. vmb dt jp n1 po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
37 or the Leopard his spots? then may ye do well, that are accustomed to do evil. or the Leopard his spots? then may you do well, that Are accustomed to do evil. cc dt n1 po31 n2? av vmb pn22 vdi av, cst vbr vvn pc-acp vdi j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
38 Can horses run upon a rock, or one plow there with oxen? Then may ye execute justice, that have turned judgement into gall; and do uprightly, that have turned righteousness into hemlock. Can Horses run upon a rock, or one blow there with oxen? Then may you execute Justice, that have turned judgement into Gall; and do uprightly, that have turned righteousness into hemlock. vmb n2 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc crd n1 a-acp p-acp n2? av vmb pn22 vvi n1, cst vhb vvn n1 p-acp n1; cc vdb av-j, cst vhb vvn n1 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
39 6. Others take the words to be a denunciation or threatning of the divine judgement, which should unavoidably overtake them. 6. Others take the words to be a denunciation or threatening of the divine judgement, which should avoidable overtake them. crd ng2-jn vvb dt n2 pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq vmd av-j vvi pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
40 It is as impossible for such sinners, as you are, to stand out Gods judgements, It is as impossible for such Sinners, as you Are, to stand out God's Judgments, pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp d n2, c-acp pn22 vbr, pc-acp vvi av npg1 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
41 and go free, as 'tis for horses and oxen to run, or plow on a rock. and go free, as it's for Horses and oxen to run, or blow on a rock. cc vvb j, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
42 Which judgement some conceive to be either, Which judgement Some conceive to be either, r-crq n1 d vvb pc-acp vbi d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
43 1. General, in the unsuccessfulness of their affairs and undertakings, wherein their labours should be as fruitless, and endeavours as successless, as a horse or oxe's running or plowing upon a craggy rock. 1. General, in the unsuccessfulness of their affairs and undertakings, wherein their labours should be as fruitless, and endeavours as successless, as a horse or ox's running or plowing upon a craggy rock. crd n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2-vvg, c-crq po32 n2 vmd vbi c-acp j, cc n2 c-acp j, p-acp dt n1 cc ng1 n1 cc vvg p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
44 According to that threatning in Deut. They should be cursed in the city, and in the field, in their basket and in their store, in their going out, and in their coming in. Quicquid calcaverint, spina fiet. According to that threatening in Deuteronomy They should be cursed in the City, and in the field, in their basket and in their store, in their going out, and in their coming in. Quicquid calcaverint, spina fiet. vvg p-acp d vvg p-acp np1 pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp po32 n1 cc p-acp po32 n1, p-acp po32 vvg av, cc p-acp po32 n-vvg p-acp. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
45 Nihil eorum (as Mercer) quae acturi sunt, sit illis successurum, ut si quis per rupes equum concitet, aut aret in rupe bobus, quod frustrà & sine fructu fecerit. Or else, Nihil Their (as Mercer) Quae acturi sunt, sit illis successurum, ut si quis per rupes Equum concitet, Or aret in Rupe bobus, quod frustrà & sine fructu fecerit. Or Else, fw-la fw-la (c-acp n1) fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la. cc av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
46 2. A particular judgement by destruction from their enemies, either the Assyrians, as S. Cyril, or other Adversaries, as Arias Montanus thinks, who, 2. A particular judgement by destruction from their enemies, either the Assyrians, as S. Cyril, or other Adversaries, as Arias Montanus thinks, who, crd dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, d dt njp2, p-acp np1 np1, cc j-jn n2, p-acp np1 np1 vvz, r-crq, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
47 as 'tis in the preceding verse, should smite the great house with breaches, viz. their Kings and Princes, Judges and Nobles, as it's in the preceding verse, should smite the great house with Breaches, viz. their Kings and Princes, Judges and Nobles, c-acp pn31|vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1, vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp n2, n1 po32 n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2-j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
48 or (as some understand it) the Priests and Levites, or (as others extend it) the whole ten Tribes of Israel; or (as Some understand it) the Priests and Levites, or (as Others extend it) the Whole ten Tribes of Israel; cc (c-acp d vvb pn31) dt n2 cc np2, cc (c-acp ng2-jn vvb pn31) dt j-jn crd n2 pp-f np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
49 and the little house with clefts, viz. the lower and inferiour rank of people (as Albert. Mag. ) or the laity among the Israelites (as Lyra ) or the two Tribes of Judah and Benjamin (as Drusius and Grotius ) the destruction of the Great House (according to the latter of these) being referred to the time of Salmanassar, as that of the little one is to the army of Sennacherib. and the little house with clefts, viz. the lower and inferior rank of people (as Albert. Mag.) or the laity among the Israelites (as Lyra) or the two Tribes of Judah and Benjamin (as Drusius and Grotius) the destruction of the Great House (according to the latter of these) being referred to the time of Shalmaneser, as that of the little one is to the army of Sennacherib. cc dt j n1 p-acp n2, n1 dt jc cc j-jn n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp np1. np1) cc dt n1 p-acp dt np1 (c-acp np1) cc dt crd n2 pp-f np1 cc np1 (c-acp np1 cc np1) dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 (vvg p-acp dt d pp-f d) vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d pp-f dt j pi vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
50 And now though the Israelites might boast of their power and strength by reason of Jeroboam their Prince, who had gotten great victories, And now though the Israelites might boast of their power and strength by reason of Jeroboam their Prince, who had got great victories, cc av cs dt np1 vmd vvi pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1 po32 n1, r-crq vhd vvn j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
51 and enlarged the Territories of their Kingdom: and enlarged the Territories of their Kingdom: cc vvd dt n2 pp-f po32 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
52 yet (as 'tis v. 13.) they rejoyced in a thing of nought, for the courage and strength and success of their enemies should be such, that they should besiege their gates, beat down their strong holds, yet (as it's v. 13.) they rejoiced in a thing of nought, for the courage and strength and success of their enemies should be such, that they should besiege their gates, beatrice down their strong holds, av (c-acp pn31|vbz n1 crd) pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f pix, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 vmd vbi d, cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2, vvb a-acp po32 j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
53 and lay their palaces in the dust. and lay their palaces in the dust. cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
54 The City (in which they might hope to take sanctuary) should be delivered, with all that was therein; The city (in which they might hope to take sanctuary) should be Delivered, with all that was therein; dt n1 (p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n1) vmd vbi vvn, p-acp d cst vbds av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
55 the city or hill of Zion wherein they were at ease, or the mountain of Samaria wherein they trusted, and the rocks in which they placed their confidence, should be so brought down, the City or hill of Zion wherein they were At ease, or the mountain of Samaria wherein they trusted, and the Rocks in which they placed their confidence, should be so brought down, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns32 vvn, cc dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd po32 n1, vmd vbi av vvn a-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
56 and as it were levelled by their enemies, that even in a literal sense horses might run, or oxen plow there. Which effects would not seem strange to them, and as it were leveled by their enemies, that even in a literal sense Horses might run, or oxen blow there. Which effects would not seem strange to them, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2, cst av p-acp dt j n1 n2 vmd vvi, cc n2 vvi a-acp. r-crq n2 vmd xx vvi j p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
57 if they did but consider their sins, the cause thereof, which were more strange and monstrous. if they did but Consider their Sins, the cause thereof, which were more strange and monstrous. cs pns32 vdd p-acp vvi po32 n2, dt n1 av, r-crq vbdr dc j cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
58 Thus when Judgement and Righteousness the two bulwarks of a Nation are thrown down; Thus when Judgement and Righteousness the two bulwarks of a nation Are thrown down; av c-crq n1 cc n1 dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn a-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
59 when men change the order and nature of Justice and equity into that which is most opposite and contrary thereto, 'tis no wonder if God for their punishment change the very order of nature, when men change the order and nature of justice and equity into that which is most opposite and contrary thereto, it's no wonder if God for their punishment change the very order of nature, c-crq n2 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz av-ds j-jn cc j-jn av, pn31|vbz dx n1 cs np1 p-acp po32 n1 vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
60 and to make his judgements wonderfull (as is threatned, Deut. 28.) cause through a multitude of enemies, and to make his Judgments wonderful (as is threatened, Deuteronomy 28.) cause through a multitude of enemies, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 j (c-acp vbz vvn, np1 crd) n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
61 even horses to run upon a rock; and men to plow there with oxen. even Horses to run upon a rock; and men to blow there with oxen. av n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; cc n2 p-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
62 7. Others judge the words to be a complaint of the Prophets unsuccessfulness in his reproofs which were frustrated by them. 7. Others judge the words to be a complaint of the prophets unsuccessfulness in his reproofs which were frustrated by them. crd ng2-jn vvb dt n2 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
63 They were become so degenerate in their principles, so depraved in their practises, so stupified in their minds, and so hardned in their hearts, that his words were but as thrown against a rock, They were become so degenerate in their principles, so depraved in their practises, so Stupified in their minds, and so hardened in their hearts, that his words were but as thrown against a rock, pns32 vbdr vvn av j p-acp po32 n2, av vvn p-acp po32 n2, av vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc av vvn p-acp po32 n2, cst po31 n2 vbdr cc-acp c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
64 or as water spilt upon the ground; rebuking of them, was as if one did sing a song to a deaf man, or as water spilled upon the ground; rebuking of them, was as if one did sing a song to a deaf man, cc p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1; vvg pp-f pno32, vbds c-acp cs pi vdd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
65 so that instead of reprehending them, he is ready to reprove himself, for that mispense of labour that was cast upon those, who were so desperately corrupted, that they turned all the good presented to, so that instead of reprehending them, he is ready to reprove himself, for that mispense of labour that was cast upon those, who were so desperately corrupted, that they turned all the good presented to, av cst av pp-f vvg pno32, pns31 vbz j p-acp vvb px31, c-acp cst n1 pp-f n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp d, r-crq vbdr av av-j vvn, cst pns32 vvd d dt j vvn p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
66 or bestowed upon them into evil, so that his endeavours herein were as successless as a horses running upon the rocks, and as ineffectual as ones plowing there with oxen. or bestowed upon them into evil, so that his endeavours herein were as successless as a Horses running upon the Rocks, and as ineffectual as ones plowing there with oxen. cc vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n-jn, av cst po31 n2 av vbdr p-acp j p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n2, cc c-acp j p-acp pig vvg a-acp p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
67 8. Lastly, Others look upon the words as a charge drawn up against them for their grand injustice and cruelty, in that they had overturned all law and right, 8. Lastly, Others look upon the words as a charge drawn up against them for their grand injustice and cruelty, in that they had overturned all law and right, crd ord, n2-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt vvb vvn a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, p-acp cst pns32 vhd vvn d n1 cc n-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
68 and were become such monsters therein, as if they had changed the very order of law and nature; and were become such monsters therein, as if they had changed the very order of law and nature; cc vbdr vvn d n2 av, c-acp cs pns32 vhd vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
69 They had so corrupted all judgement, overthrown all right, undermined all law• that thereby (as the Psalmist speaks) all the foundations of the earth were out of course: They had so corrupted all judgement, overthrown all right, undermined all law• that thereby (as the Psalmist speaks) all the foundations of the earth were out of course: pns32 vhd av vvn d n1, vvn d j-jn, vvd d n1 cst av (c-acp dt n1 vvz) d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr av pp-f n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
70 for they did not onely privately swallow up the needy, and make the poor of the land to fail, endeavouring to buy the poor for silver, for they did not only privately swallow up the needy, and make the poor of the land to fail, endeavouring to buy the poor for silver, c-acp pns32 vdd xx av-j av-j vvi a-acp dt j, cc vvb dt j pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvg pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
71 and the needy for a pair of shoes, making also the Ephah small, and the shekel great, and the needy for a pair of shoes, making also the Ephah small, and the shekel great, cc dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg av dt np1 j, cc dt j j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
72 and falsifying the balances by deceit; and falsifying the balances by deceit; cc vvg dt n2 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
73 but they did publickly afflict the just; they took a bribe, and turned aside the poor in the gate (the place of open and publick judicature) from their right. They turned judgement into wormwood, but they did publicly afflict the just; they took a bribe, and turned aside the poor in the gate (the place of open and public judicature) from their right. They turned judgement into wormwood, p-acp pns32 vdd av-j vvi dt j; pns32 vvd dt n1, cc vvd av dt j p-acp dt n1 (dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1) p-acp po32 n-jn. pns32 vvd n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
74 and left off righteousness in the earth; or (as the Prophet here expresses it) they turned judgement into gall, and left off righteousness in the earth; or (as the Prophet Here Expresses it) they turned judgement into Gall, cc vvd a-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; cc (c-acp dt n1 av vvz pn31) pns32 vvd n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
75 and the fruits of righteousness into hemlock, they made that which in it self is sweet and pleasant, as nauseous and distastfull to God, as gall and hemlock are to the tasts of men. and the fruits of righteousness into hemlock, they made that which in it self is sweet and pleasant, as nauseous and distasteful to God, as Gall and hemlock Are to the tastes of men. cc dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vvd d r-crq p-acp pn31 n1 vbz j cc j, p-acp j cc j p-acp np1, p-acp vvb cc n1 vbr p-acp dt vvz pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
76 In which charge drawn up against them may be considered, 1. The specification of their Sin. In which charge drawn up against them may be considered, 1. The specification of their Sin. p-acp r-crq n1 vvn a-acp p-acp pno32 vmb vbi vvn, crd dt n1 pp-f po32 np1 (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
77 2. The nature and quality of it. 1. The Specification of it. 2. The nature and quality of it. 1. The Specification of it. crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. crd dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
78 The Prophet thinks it not sufficient to tell them onely they are sinners, but charges that sin upon them, The Prophet thinks it not sufficient to tell them only they Are Sinners, but charges that sin upon them, dt n1 vvz pn31 xx j pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j pns32 vbr n2, cc-acp n2 cst vvb p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
79 for which they are most notorious. Discourses at large and in general, seldom make impression upon any in particular; generalia non pungunt: for which they Are most notorious. Discourses At large and in general, seldom make impression upon any in particular; generalia non pungunt: p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-ds j. vvz p-acp j cc p-acp j, av vvi n1 p-acp d p-acp j; fw-la fw-fr fw-la: (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
80 Such a reproof is like the flourishing or brandishing of a sword in the air, none is pierced or wounded by it; Such a reproof is like the flourishing or brandishing of a sword in the air, none is pierced or wounded by it; d dt n1 vbz av-j dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pix vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
81 a close and particular application is requisite for conviction; as in the course of the law general accusations will ground no actions, a close and particular application is requisite for conviction; as in the course of the law general accusations will ground no actions, dt j cc j n1 vbz j p-acp n1; a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j n2 vmb vvi dx n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
82 for if a man be accused, 'tis not sufficient to say he is a malefactour, but he must be charged with particulars; for if a man be accused, it's not sufficient to say he is a Malefactor, but he must be charged with particulars; c-acp cs dt n1 vbi vvn, pn31|vbz xx j p-acp vvb pns31 vbz dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2-j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
83 so the Prophet according to that method, when he arraigns these sinners here, he frames an indictment against them of notorious and personal offences. so the Prophet according to that method, when he arraigns these Sinners Here, he frames an indictment against them of notorious and personal offences. av dt n1 vvg p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 n2-jn d n2 av, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32 pp-f j cc j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
84 Men generally take great exceptions against this kind of dealing, especially they that are in power and authority, such as those against whom the Prophet here draws up his accusation, which notwithstanding is not stifled by any awe of their power, or suppressed by any fear of their greatness. If they be great, he is the messenger of one that's greater, and therefore if they be bold in sining, it well becomes him to be so in reproving. Those that are advanced above the ordinary pitch of men in the world, think the addition of their outward fortune (which is often all the worth they have to boast of) must exempt and priviledge them from the rebukes which come from those that in any secular respect are below them; Men generally take great exceptions against this kind of dealing, especially they that Are in power and Authority, such as those against whom the Prophet Here draws up his accusation, which notwithstanding is not stifled by any awe of their power, or suppressed by any Fear of their greatness. If they be great, he is the Messenger of one that's greater, and Therefore if they be bold in sinning, it well becomes him to be so in reproving. Those that Are advanced above the ordinary pitch of men in the world, think the addition of their outward fortune (which is often all the worth they have to boast of) must exempt and privilege them from the rebukes which come from those that in any secular respect Are below them; np1 av-j vvi j n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg, av-j pns32 cst vbr p-acp n1 cc n1, d c-acp d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 av vvz a-acp po31 n1, r-crq a-acp vbz xx vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f po32 n1. cs pns32 vbb j, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f crd d|vbz jc, cc av cs pns32 vbb j p-acp vvg, pn31 av vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi av p-acp vvg. d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1 (r-crq vbz av d dt n1 pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi pp-f) vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp d cst p-acp d j n1 vbr p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
85 accounting it a diminution of their greatness to be taxed with any crime, as though the reproof of their sin were a greater dishonour, than the commission of it. accounting it a diminution of their greatness to be taxed with any crime, as though the reproof of their sin were a greater dishonour, than the commission of it. vvg pn31 dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f po32 vvb vbdr dt jc n1, cs dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
86 It is the folly of men that they had rather be flattered in their vices, It is the folly of men that they had rather be flattered in their vices, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cst pns32 vhd av-c vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
87 than reproved for them, especially if they be so notorious as the world takes notice of them. than reproved for them, especially if they be so notorious as the world Takes notice of them. cs vvd p-acp pno32, av-j cs pns32 vbb av j c-acp dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
88 These magistrates here could happily have been content that the Prophet had inveighed against some other sin, wherein they had not been concerned, thereby to justifie themselves in their own eyes, These Magistrates Here could happily have been content that the Prophet had inveighed against Some other since, wherein they had not been concerned, thereby to justify themselves in their own eyes, np1 n2 av vmd av-j vhi vbn j cst dt n1 vhd vvd p-acp d j-jn n1, c-crq pns32 vhd xx vbn vvn, av pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp po32 d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
89 whilst they heard others condemned for that, of which their own thoughts proclaimed them guiltless; while they herd Others condemned for that, of which their own thoughts proclaimed them guiltless; cs pns32 vvd n2-jn vvn p-acp d, pp-f r-crq po32 d n2 vvn pno32 j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
90 but when he comes so close unto them, as to touch their guilt, and thereby to gall their conscience, this proves as bitter and distastfull to them, but when he comes so close unto them, as to touch their guilt, and thereby to Gall their conscience, this Proves as bitter and distasteful to them, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz av av-j p-acp pno32, c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc av pc-acp vvi po32 n1, d vvz p-acp j cc j p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
91 as their injustice and oppression did to others. as their injustice and oppression did to Others. c-acp po32 n1 cc n1 vdd p-acp n2-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
92 Such like entertainment this kind of dealing had from Ahab, who upon that account esteemed Elijah his enemy, Such like entertainment this kind of dealing had from Ahab, who upon that account esteemed Elijah his enemy, d j n1 d n1 pp-f n-vvg vhd p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp d n1 vvd np1 po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
93 and for the same reason was so incensed against Micaiah, as he could not endure him. and for the same reason was so incensed against Micaiah, as he could not endure him. cc p-acp dt d n1 vbds av vvn p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
94 The Galatians entertained hard thoughts of Saint Paul for it, and looked upon him as their enemy because he told them the truth. The Galatians entertained hard thoughts of Saint Paul for it, and looked upon him as their enemy Because he told them the truth. dt np1 vvd j n2 pp-f n1 np1 p-acp pn31, cc vvd p-acp pno31 c-acp po32 n1 c-acp pns31 vvd pno32 dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
95 The mistaken world counts it love and respect to forbear reproof, and hatred and ill will to tell men their faults; But David who knew how to make a better estimate herein, counts such his chiefest friends, Let the righteous smite me, it shall be a kindness, let him reprove me it shall be an excellent oyle; The mistaken world counts it love and respect to forbear reproof, and hatred and ill will to tell men their Faults; But David who knew how to make a better estimate herein, counts such his chiefest Friends, Let the righteous smite me, it shall be a kindness, let him reprove me it shall be an excellent oil; dt j-vvn n1 vvz pn31 n1 cc vvb pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1 cc j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi n2 po32 n2; p-acp np1 r-crq vvd c-crq pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 av, vvz d po31 js-jn n2, vvb dt j vvi pno11, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1, vvb pno31 vvi pno11 pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
96 and Solomon his son confirms the same, Faithfull are the wounds of a friend; and Solomon his son confirms the same, Faithful Are the wounds of a friend; cc np1 po31 n1 vvz dt d, j vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
97 and God himself hath made this not onely a part of our duty, but a signe of friendship and amity, thou shalt not hate thy brother, thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy neighbour, and God himself hath made this not only a part of our duty, but a Signen of friendship and amity, thou shalt not hate thy brother, thou shalt in any wise rebuke thy neighbour, cc np1 px31 vhz vvn d xx av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1, pns21 vm2 p-acp d j n1 po21 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
98 and not suffer sin upon him. and not suffer since upon him. cc xx vvi n1 p-acp pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
99 Peccata permittere non est mansuetudo, sed crudelitas; to cut and lance apostemated wounds and fretting sores, 'tis not cruelty but mercy. As he that binds a man in a phrensie, Peccata Permit non est mansuetudo, sed crudelitas; to Cut and lance apostemated wounds and fretting sores, it's not cruelty but mercy. As he that binds a man in a frenzy, n1 n1 fw-fr fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la; pc-acp vvi cc n1 vvn n2 cc j-vvg n2, pn31|vbz xx n1 p-acp n1. c-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
100 or awakens one in a lethargy, though he troubles both, yet he shews more mercy, than disquiet to them. or awakens one in a lethargy, though he Troubles both, yet he shows more mercy, than disquiet to them. cc vvz pi p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vvz d, av pns31 vvz dc n1, cs j-jn p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
101 Ligatur phreneticus, stimulatur lethargicus, ambo offenduntur, sed ambo diliguntur. Ligatur phreneticus, stimulatur lethargicus, ambo offenduntur, sed ambo diliguntur. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
102 And how unwelcome a messenger soever the Prophet might be to these here, or how disgustfull his messge, yet he is so far from flattering them in their greatness, or soothing them in their vices, that on the contrary he points out unto them the deformity of their vices, and the stain of their greatness, even their injustice and oppression, that they had turned judgement into gall, and the fruits of righteousness into hemlock. And how unwelcome a Messenger soever the Prophet might be to these Here, or how disgustful his messge, yet he is so Far from flattering them in their greatness, or soothing them in their vices, that on the contrary he points out unto them the deformity of their vices, and the stain of their greatness, even their injustice and oppression, that they had turned judgement into Gall, and the fruits of righteousness into hemlock. cc c-crq j dt n1 av dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp d av, cc c-crq j po31 n1, av pns31 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cst p-acp dt n-jn pns31 vvz av p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt vvb pp-f po32 n1, av po32 n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vhd vvn n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
103 2. Which leads, secondly to the consideration of the nature and quality of their sin, which is of great extent, 2. Which leads, secondly to the consideration of the nature and quality of their since, which is of great extent, crd r-crq vvz, ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vbz pp-f j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
104 and like the sin of our first parents, hath many others included in it. This is and like the since of our First Parents, hath many Others included in it. This is cc av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 ord n2, vhz d n2-jn vvd p-acp pn31. d vbz (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
105 1. Inversio naturae, an inverting and changing of nature it self; This is to alter the essence and being of things; 1. Inversio naturae, an inverting and changing of nature it self; This is to altar the essence and being of things; crd np1 fw-la, dt vvg cc vvg pp-f n1 pn31 n1; d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc vbg pp-f n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
106 to reduce the creation, as much as is possible, into its Primitive Chaos and confusion; to take away all distinction of right and wrong; to reduce the creation, as much as is possible, into its Primitive Chaos and confusion; to take away all distinction of right and wrong; pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-acp d c-acp vbz j, p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1; pc-acp vvi av d n1 pp-f n-jn cc n-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
107 to call evil good, and good evil; to call evil good, and good evil; pc-acp vvi n-jn j, cc j n-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
108 to put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter, darkness for light, and light for darkness; to put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter, darkness for Light, and Light for darkness; pc-acp vvi j p-acp j, cc j p-acp j, n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
109 'Tis to make Candida de nigris, & de candentibus alba. It's to make Candida de nigris, & de candentibus alba. pn31|vbz p-acp vvi fw-la fw-fr n1, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
110 'Tis a stranger inversion of nature than for horses to run, or oxen to plow upon a rock. It's a stranger inversion of nature than for Horses to run, or oxen to blow upon a rock. pn31|vbz dt jc n1 pp-f n1 cs p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi, cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
111 God hath imprinted in the natural consciences of men notions of right and equity, and he blots out, God hath imprinted in the natural Consciences of men notions of right and equity, and he blots out, np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2 n2 pp-f j-jn cc n1, cc pns31 vvz av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
112 and obliterates these, that make so strange a metamorphosis, as to turn judgement into gall, and righteousness into hemlock. This is and obliterates these, that make so strange a metamorphosis, as to turn judgement into Gall, and righteousness into hemlock. This is cc vvz d, cst vvb av j dt n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1. d vbz (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
113 2. Abusus legis, an abuse of the law. Which is abused 2. Abusus Legis, an abuse of the law. Which is abused crd np1 fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt n1. r-crq vbz vvn (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
114 1. By a bare pretence unto it, which is a crime so much the greater, by how much it does the more closely lurk and shroud it self under that which is intended for its prevention, thereby making the law a partner with it in the transgression. 1. By a bore pretence unto it, which is a crime so much the greater, by how much it does the more closely lurk and shroud it self under that which is intended for its prevention, thereby making the law a partner with it in the Transgression. crd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq vbz dt n1 av av-d dt jc, p-acp c-crq av-d pn31 vdz dt av-dc av-j vvi cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, av vvg dt n1 dt n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
115 Such cunning oppression under the specious colour of justice, is one of the greatest dishonours can be laid upon the law, which yet is most commonly done by those that pretend to be the chief preservers of it, who instead of being instruments of justice, become engines of cruelty, which they act the more safely and securely, because under a pretence of equity, being herein like the bush or bramble in the Fable, that, instead of sheltering the sheep from the storm, tears the fleece from it; Such cunning oppression under the specious colour of Justice, is one of the greatest dishonours can be laid upon the law, which yet is most commonly done by those that pretend to be the chief preservers of it, who instead of being Instruments of Justice, become Engines of cruelty, which they act the more safely and securely, Because under a pretence of equity, being herein like the bush or bramble in the Fable, that, instead of sheltering the sheep from the storm, tears the fleece from it; d j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vbz pi pp-f dt js n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq av vbz av-ds av-j vdn p-acp d cst vvb pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq av pp-f vbg n2 pp-f n1, vvb n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vvi dt dc av-j cc av-j, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbg av av-j dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cst, av pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
116 such greedily feed upon other mens wants, live by other mens losses, and as the common souldier complained against Pompey, miseriâ nostrâ magnuses, they grow great by other mens miseries. It was one of the aggravations of injustice that Saint Cyprian complained of in his time, that inter leges ipsas delinquitur, inter jura peccatur, such greedily feed upon other men's Wants, live by other men's losses, and as the Common soldier complained against Pompey, miseriâ nostrâ magnuses, they grow great by other men's misery's. It was one of the aggravations of injustice that Saint Cyprian complained of in his time, that inter leges Itself delinquitur, inter jura peccatur, d av-j vvi p-acp j-jn ng2 vvz, vvb p-acp j-jn ng2 n2, cc p-acp dt j n1 vvd p-acp np1, fw-la fw-la n2, pns32 vvb j p-acp j-jn ng2 n2. pn31 vbds pi pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 cst n1 jp vvd pp-f p-acp po31 n1, cst fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
117 nec innocentia illic, ubi defenditur, reservatur. nec Innocence illic, ubi defenditur, reservatur. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
118 As there is no impiety like that impiety that is committed in Gods sanctuary, so no injustice like that injustice whereby men in the midst of laws sin against law, and do injustly in the Courts of Justice. As there is no impiety like that impiety that is committed in God's sanctuary, so no injustice like that injustice whereby men in the midst of laws sin against law, and do injustly in the Courts of justice. p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-j cst n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp npg1 n1, av dx n1 av-j cst n1 c-crq n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp n1, cc vdb av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
119 To erect an high Court of pretended Justice to condemn Royal innocence, is so much the greater injustice, by how much under that disguise it would appear to be the less. Pretences of justice alter not the nature of actions, To erect an high Court of pretended justice to condemn Royal innocence, is so much the greater injustice, by how much under that disguise it would appear to be the less. Pretences of Justice altar not the nature of actions, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi j n1, vbz av av-d dt jc n1, p-acp c-crq av-d p-acp d n1 pn31 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi dt av-dc. n2 pp-f n1 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
120 though they may set a fair gloss upon them: The Devil is not at all the better for appearing in Samuel's mantle; though they may Set a fair gloss upon them: The devil is not At all the better for appearing in Samuel's mantle; cs pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno32: dt n1 vbz xx p-acp d dt jc p-acp vvg p-acp npg1 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
121 no more are mens fraudulent actions for having the law as a cloak to cover them; no more Are men's fraudulent actions for having the law as a cloak to cover them; av-dx av-dc vbr ng2 j n2 c-acp vhg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvb pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
122 by the help of which they generally arrive at a greater height and perfection of wickedness, by the help of which they generally arrive At a greater height and perfection of wickedness, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 av-j vvb p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
123 than they could otherwise attain to. than they could otherwise attain to. cs pns32 vmd av vvi p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
124 Under the protection of this, a crafty pleader, like Tertullus, will argue any thing injuriously; a spitefull prosecutour, like Sanballat, will suggest any accusation falsly: a confident witness, like those against Naboth, will swear any thing boldly: a tame or heedless jury, like the Jews against our Saviour will swallow down any thing rashly and inconsiderately: a craving Scribe, or corrupted Officer, like him in the Gospel that writ fifty for an hundred, will for a tacite bribe foyst in any thing secretly and unjustly: by reason whereof, Under the protection of this, a crafty pleader, like Tertullus, will argue any thing injuriously; a spiteful prosecutor, like Sanballat, will suggest any accusation falsely: a confident witness, like those against Naboth, will swear any thing boldly: a tame or heedless jury, like the jews against our Saviour will swallow down any thing rashly and inconsiderately: a craving Scribe, or corrupted Officer, like him in the Gospel that writ fifty for an hundred, will for a tacit bribe foist in any thing secretly and unjustly: by reason whereof, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, dt j n1, av-j np1, vmb vvi d n1 av-j; dt j n1, av-j n1, vmb vvi d n1 av-j: dt j vvi, av-j d p-acp np1, vmb vvi d n1 av-j: dt j cc j n1, av-j dt np2 p-acp po12 n1 vmb vvi a-acp d n1 av-j cc av-j: dt vvg vvi, cc j-vvn n1, vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst vvd crd p-acp dt crd, vmb p-acp dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp d n1 av-jn cc av-j: p-acp n1 c-crq, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
125 though the Judge in these cases be not like Felix that expects a reward privately, but administers justice without by respects and impartially, yet can he scarce hinder (though he may complain as Dioclesian the Emperour, that pessimis servis cautus & optimus venderetur imperator ) but that justice will sometimes be perverted, and judgement turned into gall. though the Judge in these cases be not like Felix that expects a reward privately, but administers Justice without by respects and impartially, yet can he scarce hinder (though he may complain as Diocletian the Emperor, that pessimis servis Caution & optimus venderetur imperator) but that Justice will sometime be perverted, and judgement turned into Gall. cs dt vvb p-acp d n2 vbb xx j np1 cst vvz dt n1 av-j, p-acp n2 n1 p-acp p-acp vvz cc av-j, av vmb pns31 av-j jc (cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 dt n1, cst fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la) cc-acp cst n1 vmb av vbi vvn, cc n1 vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
126 2. The law is abused by an unnecessary use of it, when men bring trifling and frivolous suits, not worthy the Magistrates cognizance to the Judgement seat; 2. The law is abused by an unnecessary use of it, when men bring trifling and frivolous suits, not worthy the Magistrates cognizance to the Judgement seat; crd dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq n2 vvb vvg cc j n2, xx j dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
127 so that let the judgement be what it will, it must needs in some measure prove gall to the parties concerned in it; so that let the judgement be what it will, it must needs in Some measure prove Gall to the parties concerned in it; av cst vvb dt n1 vbi r-crq pn31 vmb, pn31 vmb av p-acp d n1 vvi vvi p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
128 for even he that gets the conquest by so chargeable a remedy, shall thereby be a loser; for even he that gets the conquest by so chargeable a remedy, shall thereby be a loser; c-acp av pns31 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp av j dt n1, vmb av vbi dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
129 a man's relief by such means being heavier than the injury it removes; for it often happens, as he in the story said, ut tu victrix provincia plores. a Man's relief by such means being Heavier than the injury it removes; for it often happens, as he in the story said, ut tu victrix Provincia plores. dt ng1 n1 p-acp d n2 vbg jc cs dt n1 pn31 vvz; p-acp pn31 av vvz, c-acp pns31 p-acp dt n1 vvd, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
130 In which cases such may have cause to answer the congratulations of their friends, as Pyrrhus (in Plutarch ) did his after he had gotten two famous victories over the Romans, NONLATINALPHABET if they should get a few more such victories, it would be to their utter ruine. In which cases such may have cause to answer the congratulations of their Friends, as Phyrrhus (in Plutarch) did his After he had got two famous victories over the Roman, if they should get a few more such victories, it would be to their utter ruin. p-acp r-crq n2 d vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp np1 (p-acp np1) vdd po31 p-acp pns31 vhd vvn crd j n2 p-acp dt njp2, cs pns32 vmd vvi dt d dc d n2, pn31 vmd vbi p-acp po32 j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
131 And if such quarrelsome and contentious spirits (with whom there is no more ado, And if such quarrelsome and contentious spirits (with whom there is no more ado, cc cs d j cc j n2 (p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz dx dc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
132 but a word and an action, a trespass and a process ) will not be so favourable to themselves as to forbear such trivial actions, it were well if Judges would take Gallio's course, but a word and an actium, a trespass and a process) will not be so favourable to themselves as to forbear such trivial actions, it were well if Judges would take Gallio's course, cc-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n1) vmb xx vbi av j p-acp px32 p-acp pc-acp vvi d j n2, pn31 vbdr av cs n2 vmd vvi npg1 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
133 and drive such actours from the Judgement seat. and drive such actors from the Judgement seat. cc vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
134 We go not to the Physician for every ail, and small distemper, no more should we to the law for every petty quarrel and slight offence. We go not to the physician for every ail, and small distemper, no more should we to the law for every Petty quarrel and slight offence. pns12 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp d vvi, cc j vvi, av-dx dc vmd pns12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j vvb cc j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
135 It's a strange opinion that hath possessed the minds of many (not to say most) men, that when they please they may sue for their own, and lawfully contend for their right, and he is accounted a good and just man that seeks after no more: It's a strange opinion that hath possessed the minds of many (not to say most) men, that when they please they may sue for their own, and lawfully contend for their right, and he is accounted a good and just man that seeks After no more: pn31|vbz dt j n1 cst vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f d (xx pc-acp vvi ds) n2, cst c-crq pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 d, cc av-j vvi p-acp po32 av-jn, cc pns31 vbz vvn dt j cc j n1 cst vvz p-acp dx av-dc: (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
136 but if this be universally understood, and in all cases, it will not hold true. but if this be universally understood, and in all cases, it will not hold true. cc-acp cs d vbb av-j vvn, cc p-acp d n2, pn31 vmb xx vvi j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
137 For the rules of equity as well as of Christianity oblige us to yield oftentimes in such things wherein by law we might stand, For the rules of equity as well as of Christianity oblige us to yield oftentimes in such things wherein by law we might stand, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 c-acp av c-acp pp-f np1 vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi av p-acp d n2 c-crq p-acp n1 pns12 vmd vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
138 and to forgo such things which by law we might require, without which equity, justice and peace could not consist. and to forgo such things which by law we might require, without which equity, Justice and peace could not consist. cc pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq p-acp n1 pns12 vmd vvi, p-acp r-crq n1, n1 cc n1 vmd xx vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
139 Equity hath a power of over-ruling, that liberty which the law gives, and enjoyns us in many cases to recede from our right for the upholding and preserving either of publick peace or private. And therefore they that always make use of the law to get their own, are not so just, Equity hath a power of overruling, that liberty which the law gives, and enjoins us in many cases to recede from our right for the upholding and preserving either of public peace or private. And Therefore they that always make use of the law to get their own, Are not so just, n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f j, cst n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vvz pno12 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n-jn p-acp dt vvg cc vvg d pp-f j n1 cc j. cc av pns32 d av vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 d, vbr xx av j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
140 as they would seem to be, for that which is done by law, is not always justly done. as they would seem to be, for that which is done by law, is not always justly done. c-acp pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi, c-acp d r-crq vbz vdn p-acp n1, vbz xx av av-j vdn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
141 Quod jure fit, non semper juste. Quod jure fit, non semper just. fw-la fw-la j, fw-fr fw-la j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
142 To go to the law for trifles; so likewise to steal law upon others, and surprize them unawares; To go to the law for trifles; so likewise to steal law upon Others, and surprise them unawares; pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2; av av p-acp vvb n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc vvi pno32 av-j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
143 or to make use of the law as the first remedy of justice, which is ordained to be the last; or to enter suits before any overtures of peace and agreement be made, whereby many are forced into the Courts, that would willingly satisfie by private order, or to make use of the law as the First remedy of Justice, which is ordained to be the last; or to enter suits before any overtures of peace and agreement be made, whereby many Are forced into the Courts, that would willingly satisfy by private order, cc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt ord; cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbb vvn, c-crq d vbr vvn p-acp dt n2, cst vmd av-j vvi p-acp j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
144 as much or more, than they are compelled by publick. Such proceeding is not NONLATINALPHABET but NONLATINALPHABET, not justice but extremity; for as to make use of the law for a cause sufficient, as much or more, than they Are compelled by public. Such proceeding is not but, not Justice but extremity; for as to make use of the law for a cause sufficient, c-acp d cc av-dc, cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j. d vvg vbz xx p-acp, xx n1 p-acp n1; p-acp c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
145 and where right is denied, is justice and equity; so to make use of it for trifles, and where right is denied, is Justice and equity; so to make use of it for trifles, cc c-crq av-jn vbz vvn, vbz n1 cc n1; av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
146 and when other remedies may be had, is extremity, and so an injury. and when other remedies may be had, is extremity, and so an injury. cc c-crq j-jn n2 vmb vbi vhn, vbz n1, cc av dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
147 3. The law is abused by an undue suspension and suppression of it, which likewise is a perverting of justice, and turning judgement into gall, for suppressing of the law is oppressing of those that should be preserved by it, 3. The law is abused by an undue suspension and suppression of it, which likewise is a perverting of Justice, and turning judgement into Gall, for suppressing of the law is oppressing of those that should be preserved by it, crd dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq av vbz dt vvg pp-f n1, cc j-vvg n1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz vvg pp-f d cst vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
148 and according to the Jewish proverb, NONLATINALPHABET pernoctante judicio, cessat judicium. and according to the Jewish proverb, pernoctante Judicio, cessat judicium. cc vvg p-acp dt jp n1, n1 fw-la, fw-ge fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
149 When waters are stagnant, they presently cause a stink and putrefaction, and when the law is stopp'd in its course, the streams which should run down like a river, prove like the waters of Marah, bitter and unpleasant. When waters Are stagnant, they presently cause a stink and putrefaction, and when the law is stopped in its course, the streams which should run down like a river, prove like the waters of Marah, bitter and unpleasant. c-crq n2 vbr j, pns32 av-j vvi dt n1 cc n1, cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, dt n2 r-crq vmd vvi a-acp av-j dt n1, vvb av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, j cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
150 Currat lex (as an eminent Judge of our own nation once answered the letter of some great Lords writ in behalf of their friend) or according to the Emperour's Motto, Fiat justitia, pereat mundus; Currat lex (as an eminent Judge of our own Nation once answered the Letter of Some great lords writ in behalf of their friend) or according to the Emperor's Motto, Fiat justitia, pereat World; fw-la fw-la (c-acp dt j vvb pp-f po12 d n1 a-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f d j n2 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1) cc vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, zz fw-la, fw-la fw-la; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
151 let the law have its course and justice be done, be the consequents or parties concerned in it what they will. let the law have its course and Justice be done, be the consequents or parties concerned in it what they will. vvb dt n1 vhi po31 n1 cc n1 vbb vdn, vbb dt n2-j cc n2 vvn p-acp pn31 r-crq pns32 vmb. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
152 There are two usual obstructours of the law, fear and favour, neither of which must stop its passage. There Are two usual obstructours of the law, Fear and favour, neither of which must stop its passage. pc-acp vbr crd j n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb cc n1, dx pp-f r-crq vmb vvi po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
153 The greatness of any must not cause fear in those, to whom the inspection and execution of the law is committed. The greatness of any must not cause Fear in those, to whom the inspection and execution of the law is committed. dt n1 pp-f d vmb xx vvi vvb p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
154 Deliver him that suffereth wrong from the hand of the oppressour, and be not faint hearted, Deliver him that suffers wrong from the hand of the oppressor, and be not faint hearted, vvb pno31 cst vvz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vbb xx j j-vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
155 when thou sittest in judgement, says the wise son of Sirach. Fear regards more the greatness of the person, than the nature of the cause; when thou Sittest in judgement, Says the wise son of Sirach. fear regards more the greatness of the person, than the nature of the cause; c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp n1, vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1. vvb vvz dc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
156 to prevent which Jethro advises Moses to employ such in judicial affairs, as were men of courage NONLATINALPHABET strenuous and undaunted, to prevent which Jethro advises Moses to employ such in judicial affairs, as were men of courage strenuous and undaunted, pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp j n2, c-acp vbdr n2 pp-f n1 j cc j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
157 and God himself forbids the magistrate to fear the face of man, for the judgement is God's. and God himself forbids the magistrate to Fear the face of man, for the judgement is God's. cc np1 px31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz npg1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
158 It was a valorous resolution of Papinianus, that chose rather to die, than to excuse the parricide of the Emperour Antoninus Bassianus. And it was no less heroick act of those Catholick Bishops who being charged by the Arrian Emperour to condemn Athanasius, both without witness, It was a valorous resolution of Papinian, that chosen rather to die, than to excuse the Parricide of the Emperor Antoninus Bassianus. And it was no less heroic act of those Catholic Bishops who being charged by the Arrian Emperor to condemn Athanasius, both without witness, pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst vvd av-c p-acp vvb, cs p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. cc pn31 vbds av-dx av-dc j n1 pp-f d njp n2 r-crq vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi np1, d p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
159 and unheard, would rather hazard their estates, than by fear be betraied to do that injustice. and unheard, would rather hazard their estates, than by Fear be betrayed to do that injustice. cc j, vmd av-c vvi po32 n2, cs p-acp n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vdi d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
160 Favour is another obstructer of the law, which when it is observed, judgement must needs be perverted. Favour is Another obstructer of the law, which when it is observed, judgement must needs be perverted. n1 vbz j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, n1 vmb av vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
161 Accept no person against thy soul, & let not the reverence of any man cause thee to fall, as that wise man advises. Accept no person against thy soul, & let not the Reverence of any man cause thee to fallen, as that wise man advises. vvb dx n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb xx dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi, c-acp cst j n1 vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
162 It was a strange message that Agesilaus the Lacedemonian Prince (a man otherwise justly renowned for his good government) wrote to some Justice or Officer of state in favour of Nicias; Niciam, si insons est, dimitte, si sons, meâ causâ dimitte, utcunque dimitte. It was a strange message that Agesilaus the Lacedaemonian Prince (a man otherwise justly renowned for his good government) wrote to Some justice or Officer of state in favour of Nicias; Niciam, si insons est, Dimity, si Sons, meâ causâ Dimity, utcunque Dimity. pn31 vbds dt j n1 cst np1 dt jp n1 (dt n1 av av-j vvn p-acp po31 j n1) vvd p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1; fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-fr, vvb, zz n2, fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
163 If Nicias be not guilty dismiss him; if guilty, yet for my sake dismiss him: however let him be dismissed. If Nicias be not guilty dismiss him; if guilty, yet for my sake dismiss him: however let him be dismissed. cs npg1 vbb xx j vvb pno31; cs j, av p-acp po11 n1 vvi pno31: c-acp vvb pno31 vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
164 But as the law (which is the dumb magistrate ) is made without respect of persons, But as the law (which is the dumb magistrate) is made without respect of Persons, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 (r-crq vbz dt j n1) vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
165 so should the magistrate (which is the speaking law ) execute it without favouring of them, punishing a grand oppressour, as well as a petty purloiner, an haughty adulterer, as well as an inferiour debauched person, and laying the law to a great Recusant, as well as to a poor schismatick or separatist; and if such great ones were made examples of justice, so should the magistrate (which is the speaking law) execute it without favouring of them, punishing a grand oppressor, as well as a Petty purloiner, an haughty adulterer, as well as an inferior debauched person, and laying the law to a great Recusant, as well as to a poor schismatic or separatist; and if such great ones were made Examples of Justice, av vmd dt n1 (r-crq vbz dt vvg n1) vvb pn31 p-acp vvg pp-f pno32, vvg dt j n1, c-acp av c-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, c-acp av c-acp dt j-jn vvn n1, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j n-jn cc n1; cc cs d j pi2 vbdr vvn n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
166 and the laws not suppressed out of fear or favour to them, such severities would strike more awe & terrour into transgressours, and the laws not suppressed out of Fear or favour to them, such severities would strike more awe & terror into transgressors, cc dt n2 xx vvn av pp-f vvb cc vvb p-acp pno32, d n2 vmd vvi dc n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
167 then the punishing of an hundred underlings, and inferiour persons. then the punishing of an hundred underlings, and inferior Persons. cs dt n-vvg pp-f dt crd n2, cc j-jn n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
168 Such should have no more favour shewed them than what Galba Governour of Arragon in Spain (the same as some think that afterward was Emperour of Rome ) did to a condemned Gentleman that intreated he might not die the death of ordinary malefactours: Such should have no more favour showed them than what Galba Governor of Aragon in Spain (the same as Some think that afterwards was Emperor of Room) did to a condemned Gentleman that entreated he might not die the death of ordinary malefactors: d vmd vhi dx dc n1 vvd pno32 av r-crq np1 n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 (dt d p-acp d vvb cst av vbds n1 pp-f vvb) vdd p-acp dt j-vvn n1 cst vvd pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
169 he offered him onely this priviledge, that waving the common gallows, he should have one made higher, and if he would carved and painted too. he offered him only this privilege, that waving the Common gallows, he should have one made higher, and if he would carved and painted too. pns31 vvd pno31 av-j d n1, cst vvg dt j n2, pns31 vmd vhi pi vvn jc, cc cs pns31 vmd vvd cc j-vvn av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
170 4. The law is abused by a too severe execution of it, when the extremity of it is prosecuted against any, that perhaps have done something contrary to the letter of the law, 4. The law is abused by a too severe execution of it, when the extremity of it is prosecuted against any, that perhaps have done something contrary to the Letter of the law, crd dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt av j n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvd p-acp d, cst av vhb vdn pi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
171 but not violated or contradicted the end of it, or intent of the law giver; but not violated or contradicted the end of it, or intent of the law giver; cc-acp xx vvn cc vvd dt vvb pp-f pn31, cc j pp-f dt n1 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
172 in which cases if rigour should always be used, laws which are intended for the behoof, and benefit, would by such severe construction become the bane and ruine of humane society; in which cases if rigour should always be used, laws which Are intended for the behoof, and benefit, would by such severe construction become the bane and ruin of humane society; p-acp r-crq n2 cs n1 vmd av vbi vvn, n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1, vmd p-acp d j n1 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
173 and judgement which of it self is sweet and pleasant, by such forcing and straining it, would be turned into gall and bitterness. Wringing of the nose (says Solomon) bringeth forth blood, and by wringing of the law, and judgement which of it self is sweet and pleasant, by such forcing and straining it, would be turned into Gall and bitterness. Wringing of the nose (Says Solomon) brings forth blood, and by wringing of the law, cc n1 r-crq pp-f pn31 n1 vbz j cc j, p-acp d n-vvg cc vvg pn31, vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvb cc n1. vvg pp-f dt n1 (vvz np1) vvz av n1, cc p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
174 and making it a nose of wax to bend to the humour of every inconsiderate prosecutour, forceth blood, and making it a nose of wax to bend to the humour of every inconsiderate prosecutor, forceth blood, cc vvg pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, vvz n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
175 and thereby rather contracts a guilt, than takes any away. and thereby rather contracts a guilt, than Takes any away. cc av av vvz dt n1, cs vvz d av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
176 Our laws are not like Tiberius or Caligula 's decrees, which were termed furores, non judicia; and therefore are they not without great necessity to be executed (as Draco's were said to be written) in blood; Our laws Are not like Tiberius or Caligula is decrees, which were termed furores, non Judicia; and Therefore Are they not without great necessity to be executed (as Draco's were said to be written) in blood; po12 n2 vbr xx av-j npg1 cc np1 vbz n2, r-crq vbdr vvn n2, fw-la fw-la; cc av vbr pns32 xx p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn (c-acp npg1 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn) p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
177 for by such proceedings summum jus, would be summa injuria. To prevent which not onely ours, but all well governed polities, have given some power, more or less, into the hand of the Magistrate, for by such proceedings summum jus, would be summa injuria. To prevent which not only ours, but all well governed polities, have given Some power, more or less, into the hand of the Magistrate, c-acp p-acp d n2-vvg fw-la fw-la, vmd vbi fw-la fw-la. pc-acp vvi r-crq xx av-j png12, p-acp d av vvn n2, vhb vvn d n1, av-dc cc av-dc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
178 even in those Courts that were (as one speaks) strictissimi juris, according to the exigency of circumstances, even in those Courts that were (as one speaks) strictissimi Juris, according to the exigency of Circumstances, av p-acp d vvz cst vbdr (c-acp pi vvz) fw-la fw-la, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
179 and variety of occasions to qualify and mitigate something of the severity of laws by the rules of equity; wherein appears the great wisdom of Law-makers, who though they wisely foresaw the mitigation of the law, to be as necessary and requisite, and variety of occasions to qualify and mitigate something of the severity of laws by the rules of equity; wherein appears the great Wisdom of Lawmakers, who though they wisely foresaw the mitigation of the law, to be as necessary and requisite, cc n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; c-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq c-acp pns32 av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi a-acp j cc j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
180 as the severity of it, yet because of the proneness of all men to offend, thought it fit to express the extremity plainly and literally, thereby to keep men within the compass of obedience; as the severity of it, yet Because of the proneness of all men to offend, Thought it fit to express the extremity plainly and literally, thereby to keep men within the compass of Obedience; c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, av c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi, vvd pn31 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j cc av-j, av pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
181 but to leave the mitigation to the discretion of the magistrate tacitely and secretly, thereby to moderate rigour into equity: which is so far from evacuating the law, but to leave the mitigation to the discretion of the magistrate tacitly and secretly, thereby to moderate rigour into equity: which is so Far from evacuating the law, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j cc av-jn, av p-acp j n1 p-acp n1: r-crq vbz av av-j p-acp vvg dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
182 or perverting justice, that it rather establishes and confirms it; or perverting Justice, that it rather establishes and confirms it; cc vvg n1, cst pn31 av-c vvz cc vvz pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
183 for equity being of the essence of all laws, it must either be directly expressed, or implicitly understood in them. for equity being of the essence of all laws, it must either be directly expressed, or implicitly understood in them. c-acp n1 vbg pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, pn31 vmb d vbi av-j vvn, cc av-j vvd p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
184 These two have such near and close dependance upon each other, that like Hippocrates 's twins, they live and die together; These two have such near and close dependence upon each other, that like Hippocrates is twins, they live and die together; np1 crd vhb d j cc j n1 p-acp d n-jn, cst av-j np1 vbz n2, pns32 vvb cc vvi av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
185 for (as the Philosopher speaks) NONLATINALPHABET. for (as the Philosopher speaks). c-acp (c-acp dt n1 vvz). (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
186 The nature and essence of a law consists not in letters and syllables, but in the scope and intention of it. Mens legis est ipsa lex; The nature and essence of a law consists not in letters and syllables, but in the scope and intention of it. Mens Legis est ipsa lex; dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz xx p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
187 and therefore for any by a cunning and sinister construction, by a forced and indirect interpretation either of laws or actions, per verborum aucupia, and Therefore for any by a cunning and sinister construction, by a forced and indirect Interpretation either of laws or actions, per verborum Aucupia, cc av p-acp d p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1, p-acp dt j-vvn cc j n1 av-d pp-f n2 cc n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
188 & literarum tendiculas (as Tully speaks) to protect injury, or wrong innocence, is to make the law, which is intended for a fence, become a snare, and to oppress that innocency, which it should protect. & Literarum tendiculas (as Tully speaks) to Pact injury, or wrong innocence, is to make the law, which is intended for a fence, become a snare, and to oppress that innocency, which it should Pact. cc fw-la fw-la (c-acp np1 vvz) p-acp vvb n1, cc j-jn n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vvb dt n1, cc p-acp vvb cst n1, r-crq pn31 vmd vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
189 3. This sin of injustice and oppression, or turning judgement into gall, is contemptus authoritatis; it is an implicit contempt both of that divine and humane authority, by which laws are constituted. 3. This since of injustice and oppression, or turning judgement into Gall, is Contemptus authoritatis; it is an implicit contempt both of that divine and humane Authority, by which laws Are constituted. crd d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvg n1 p-acp n1, vbz fw-la fw-la; pn31 vbz dt j n1 av-d pp-f d j-jn cc j n1, p-acp r-crq n2 vbr vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
190 It is aspitting defiance in the face of Magistrates, and contemning of that power wherewith they are invested, which they who are guilty of such practises, think to elude, by outwitting the law, It is aspitting defiance in the face of Magistrates, and contemning of that power wherewith they Are invested, which they who Are guilty of such practises, think to elude, by outwitting the law, pn31 vbz j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvg pp-f d n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, r-crq pns32 r-crq vbr j pp-f d n2, vvb pc-acp vvi, p-acp vvg dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
191 and those that sit to judge according to it. and those that fit to judge according to it. cc d cst vvb pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
192 And such how do they hugg themselves in their private recesses, and inwardly applaud the dexterity of their wit, which is able to contrive the gaining of so great a conquest, And such how do they hug themselves in their private Recesses, and inwardly applaud the dexterity of their wit, which is able to contrive the gaining of so great a conquest, cc d q-crq vdb pns32 vvb px32 p-acp po32 j n2, cc av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f av j dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
193 as to make Magistracy it self accessory to their practises. as to make Magistracy it self accessory to their practises. c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pn31 n1 j-jn p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
194 Such, they deal with the Magistrate, as the Jews with our Saviour, suffer a scarlet robe to be put on him, Such, they deal with the Magistrate, as the jews with our Saviour, suffer a scarlet robe to be put on him, d, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt np2 p-acp po12 n1, vvb dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
195 and crown him with ensigns of authority, onely that he may thereby become a more ready object of scorn and derision. And what greater opprobrium can be offered to the Magistrate, than not onely to nullify and evacuate his power, and crown him with ensigns of Authority, only that he may thereby become a more ready Object of scorn and derision. And what greater opprobrium can be offered to the Magistrate, than not only to nullify and evacuate his power, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, av-j cst pns31 vmb av vvi dt av-dc j n1 pp-f vvb cc n1. cc q-crq jc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cs xx av-j p-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
196 but to render it contemptible and ridiculous. but to render it contemptible and ridiculous. cc-acp p-acp vvb pn31 j cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
197 But the contempt rests not here, it rises higher still, and reaches not onely to the Judge's seat, but to the Throne of the Almighty, and sets a mark of contempt and brand of infamy upon the several attributes of God, both his wisdom, and power, and mercy, and justice: for he that by fraud, But the contempt rests not Here, it rises higher still, and reaches not only to the Judge's seat, but to the Throne of the Almighty, and sets a mark of contempt and brand of infamy upon the several attributes of God, both his Wisdom, and power, and mercy, and Justice: for he that by fraud, p-acp dt n1 vvz xx av, pn31 vvz jc av, cc vvz xx av-j p-acp dt ng1 n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, d po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1: c-acp pns31 cst p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
198 or violence, or other indirect means (though under the covert of the law) invades or usurps upon the rights of another, does, or violence, or other indirect means (though under the covert of the law) invades or usurps upon the rights of Another, does, cc n1, cc j-jn j n2 (cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f j-jn, vdz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
199 so far as in him lies, without any warrant, frustrate and annihilate the gifts of God, so Far as in him lies, without any warrant, frustrate and annihilate the Gifts of God, av av-j c-acp p-acp pno31 vvz, p-acp d n1, vvb cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
200 and takes upon him to thwart and contradict his most wise Providence, setting up himself, and Takes upon him to thwart and contradict his most wise Providence, setting up himself, cc vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 av-ds j n1, vvg p-acp px31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
201 as it were, in God's stead, and dethroning him, to erect and establish a new order of providence of his own, thereby reproaching his wisdom, as though God had not wisely enough dispensed his blessings; as it were, in God's stead, and dethroning him, to erect and establish a new order of providence of his own, thereby reproaching his Wisdom, as though God had not wisely enough dispensed his blessings; c-acp pn31 vbdr, p-acp npg1 n1, cc vvg pno31, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po31 d, av vvg po31 n1, c-acp cs np1 vhd xx av-j av-d vvd po31 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
202 questioning his power, as though he were not able to maintain the injuriously oppressed against a furious adversary; questioning his power, as though he were not able to maintain the injuriously oppressed against a furious adversary; vvg po31 n1, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi dt av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
203 impugning his mercy, as though he would not suffer God to bestow his largesses, but upon whom himself shall please; impugning his mercy, as though he would not suffer God to bestow his largesses, but upon whom himself shall please; vvg po31 n1, c-acp cs pns31 vmd xx vvi np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc-acp p-acp ro-crq n1 vmb vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
204 and impeaching his Justice, as though God would not take notice of, & repay those wrongs which are done upon the earth. and impeaching his justice, as though God would not take notice of, & repay those wrongs which Are done upon the earth. cc vvg po31 n1, c-acp cs np1 vmd xx vvi n1 pp-f, cc vvi d n2-jn r-crq vbr vdn p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
205 And thou that, by a plea of judgement, dost these things, thinkest thou, that thou shalt escape the judgement of God? no, they that honour him shall be honoured, but they that thus contemn him, shall be contemned by him. And thou that, by a plea of judgement, dost these things, Thinkest thou, that thou shalt escape the judgement of God? no, they that honour him shall be honoured, but they that thus contemn him, shall be contemned by him. cc pns21 d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vd2 d n2, vv2 pns21, cst pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? uh-dx, pns32 cst n1 pno31 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp pns32 cst av vvb pno31, vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
206 4. Lastly, this turning of judgement into gall, is, Frustratio expectationis divinae, a frustration of Gods expectation: 4. Lastly, this turning of judgement into Gall, is, Frustratio expectationis Divinae, a frustration of God's expectation: crd ord, d n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vbz, fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
207 God looks for grapes, but behold they bring forth wild grapes; so that (as it is, Deu. 32.) their vine is of the vine of Sodom, God looks for grapes, but behold they bring forth wild grapes; so that (as it is, Deu. 32.) their vine is of the vine of Sodom, np1 vvz p-acp n2, cc-acp vvb pns32 vvb av j n2; av d (c-acp pn31 vbz, np1 crd) po32 n1 vbz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
208 and of the fields of Gomorrah: and of the fields of Gomorrah: cc pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
209 their grapes are grapes of gal, their clusters are bitter, their wine is the poyson of dragons, their grapes Are grapes of Gall, their clusters Are bitter, their wine is the poison of dragons, po32 n2 vbr n2 pp-f n1, po32 n2 vbr j, po32 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
210 and the cruel venime of aspes; or as the Prophet Isaiah expresses it, God looks for judgement, but behold oppression, and the cruel venom of asps; or as the Prophet Isaiah Expresses it, God looks for judgement, but behold oppression, cc dt j n1 pp-f n2; cc p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pn31, np1 vvz p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
211 for righteousness, but behold a cry; for righteousness, but behold a cry; p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
212 where by an unhappy mistake, they change (as the sacred language hath it) NONLATINALPHABET into NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET into NONLATINALPHABET, instead of grapes, they bring forth thorns, and thistles instead of figs. They that are in authority should not be as the fruitless fig-tree that frustrated those expectations that were raised about it; where by an unhappy mistake, they change (as the sacred language hath it) into and into, instead of grapes, they bring forth thorns, and thistles instead of figs. They that Are in Authority should not be as the fruitless Fig tree that frustrated those Expectations that were raised about it; c-crq p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vvb (c-acp dt j n1 vhz pn31) p-acp cc p-acp, av pp-f n2, pns32 vvb av n2, cc n2 av pp-f n1 pns32 cst vbr p-acp n1 vmd xx vbi p-acp dt j n1 cst vvn d n2 cst vbdr vvn p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
213 nor as Jotham's bramble to rend and tear those that hope to find relief under their shadow. nor as Jotham's bramble to rend and tear those that hope to find relief under their shadow. ccx p-acp npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d cst vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
214 When any are put into offices of trust, or places of power, it is not to this end, that they should bear rule & sway over others at their pleasure but that they should be a succour & help to those that stand in need of, seek to, When any Are put into Offices of trust, or places of power, it is not to this end, that they should bear Rule & sway over Others At their pleasure but that they should be a succour & help to those that stand in need of, seek to, c-crq d vbr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi n1 cc vvi p-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 n1 cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vbi dt n1 cc vvi p-acp d cst vvb p-acp n1 pp-f, vvb p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
215 & depend upon them for their aid. & depend upon them for their aid. cc vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
216 God endues them with that power which others want, that they may make use thereof, to help those to right, who have not power to help themselves; God endues them with that power which Others want, that they may make use thereof, to help those to right, who have not power to help themselves; np1 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1 r-crq n2-jn vvb, cst pns32 vmb vvi n1 av, pc-acp vvi d p-acp n-jn, r-crq vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi px32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
217 and when any shall so far abuse this power, as to make use thereof to contrary ends, and when any shall so Far abuse this power, as to make use thereof to contrary ends, cc c-crq d vmb av av-j vvi d n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 av p-acp j-jn n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
218 and instead of helping the injured to right, to take it from them; and instead of helping the injured to right, to take it from them; cc av pp-f vvg dt j-vvn p-acp j-jn, p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
219 instead of being a refuge to them from the oppressour, themselves to turn oppressours, it is an high provocation and indignity offered to him, to whom they stand accountable for that power they have received from him, instead of being a refuge to them from the oppressor, themselves to turn Oppressors's, it is an high provocation and indignity offered to him, to whom they stand accountable for that power they have received from him, av pp-f vbg dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, px32 pc-acp vvi ng2, pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb j p-acp d n1 pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
220 and who expects some proportionable returns to be made unto him, and if they be made contrary to his expectation, and who expects Some proportionable returns to be made unto him, and if they be made contrary to his expectation, cc r-crq vvz d j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cc cs pns32 vbb vvn j-jn p-acp po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
221 how direful and sad will the account be? what a strange reckoning will the rich steward make, how direful and sad will the account be? what a strange reckoning will the rich steward make, c-crq j cc j n1 dt n1 vbi? q-crq dt j j-vvg n1 dt j n1 vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
222 when God shall at last (as assuredly he will) require of him an account of his stewardship? Behold, thou hast given me five talents, when God shall At last (as assuredly he will) require of him an account of his stewardship? Behold, thou hast given me five Talents, c-crq np1 vmb p-acp ord (c-acp av-vvn pns31 vmb) vvi pp-f pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? vvb, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 crd n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
223 and I have made them ten; and I have made them ten; cc pns11 vhb vvn pno32 crd; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
224 and when the question shall be put, how, or by what means? what a strange and unaccountable return will it be to say, I have unjustly and injuriously robbed from my fellow-servants those few talents which thou gavest them: and when the question shall be put, how, or by what means? what a strange and unaccountable return will it be to say, I have unjustly and injuriously robbed from my Fellow servants those few Talents which thou Gavest them: cc c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq, cc p-acp r-crq n2? q-crq dt j cc j n1 vmb pn31 vbi pc-acp vvi, pns11 vhb av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp po11 n2 d d n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 pno32: (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
225 I have gained thus much by my violent maintaining a cause which thou hatest, and which my own conscience secretly told me was most unjust. So much I have wrung from others by extortion and oppression, by forged records, sycophancy or false accusation, by suborned witnesses, I have gained thus much by my violent maintaining a cause which thou Hatest, and which my own conscience secretly told me was most unjust. So much I have wrung from Others by extortion and oppression, by forged records, sycophancy or false accusation, by suborned Witnesses, pns11 vhb vvn av av-d p-acp po11 j vvg dt n1 r-crq pns21 vv2, cc q-crq po11 d n1 av-jn vvd pno11 vbds av-ds j. av av-d pns11 vhb vvn p-acp n2-jn p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp j-vvn n2, n1 cc j n1, p-acp j-vvn n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
226 and such other unjust practises, which surely are sore evils, that are too commonly done under the sun. and such other unjust practises, which surely Are soar evils, that Are too commonly done under the sun. cc d j-jn j n2, r-crq av-j vbr j n2-jn, cst vbr av av-j vdn p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
227 And now for the punishing and preventing of these and such like practises, upon whom are the minds of the people set, And now for the punishing and preventing of these and such like practises, upon whom Are the minds of the people Set, cc av p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f d cc d j n2, p-acp ro-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd, (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
228 but upon your Lordships? their eyes are towards you; their hopes are in you; their expectations are from you. but upon your Lordship's? their eyes Are towards you; their hope's Are in you; their Expectations Are from you. cc-acp p-acp po22 n2? po32 n2 vbr p-acp pn22; po32 n2 vbr p-acp pn22; po32 n2 vbr p-acp pn22. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
229 In your known integrity and uprightness is their confidence placed for a redress of those injuries, which either through the power, or pride, or malice, or revenge, or wrath, or cruelty of oppressours have been either felt or feared by them. In your known integrity and uprightness is their confidence placed for a redress of those injuries, which either through the power, or pride, or malice, or revenge, or wrath, or cruelty of Oppressors's have been either felt or feared by them. p-acp po22 j-vvn n1 cc n1 vbz po32 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq av-d p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f ng2 vhb vbn d vvd cc vvd p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
230 May your authority accordingly be made use of, to abate the pride, and suppress the power, and curb the insolency, and quell the oppressions of those that use (or rather abuse) their power and might to overbear and sway down right and equity: so that all may see that it is not the fullest baggs, or the greatest friends, or the skilfullest pleaders, that shall prevail beyond the merits of any cause, May your Authority accordingly be made use of, to abate the pride, and suppress the power, and curb the insolency, and quell the oppressions of those that use (or rather abuse) their power and might to overbear and sway down right and equity: so that all may see that it is not the Fullest bags, or the greatest Friends, or the skilfullest pleaders, that shall prevail beyond the merits of any cause, vmb po22 n1 av-vvg vbi vvn n1 pp-f, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb (cc av-c vvi) po32 n1 cc vmd pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp j-jn cc n1: av cst d vmb vvi cst pn31 vbz xx dt js n2, cc dt js n2, cc dt js n2, cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
231 when they have to do with such upright Judges as your Honours, who will not suffer by indirect practises, judgement to be turned into gall, when they have to do with such upright Judges as your Honours, who will not suffer by indirect practises, judgement to be turned into Gall, c-crq pns32 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp d j n2 p-acp po22 ng1, r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp j n2, n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
232 or the fruits of righteousness into hemlock. Soli Deo Gloria. or the fruits of righteousness into hemlock. Soli God Gloria. cc dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2

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2 0 in loc. in loc. p-acp fw-la.
3 0 ch. 1. 1. changed. 1. 1. vvn. crd crd
4 0 Sept. NONLATINALPHABET. ci•m femollas ineunt. nihil à mente Prophete alienius, Drusius. Sept. ci•m femollas ineunt. nihil à mente Prophet alienius, Drusius. np1. fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-fr fw-la n1 fw-la, np1.
5 0 in loc. in loc. p-acp fw-la.
5 1 Quecirca Christus repudiatis Judaeis jugi evangelici impatientibus, q asi bubalis, elegit Gentes quasi bones cicures & domites, dixit { que } illic tollite jugum meum super vos, v. Ruper. à C. à Lap. cit. in l. Quecirca Christus repudiatis Judaeis jugi Evangelici impatientibus, q asi bubalis, elegit Gentes quasi bones cicures & domites, dixit { que } illic Take away jugum meum super vos, v. Rupert. à C. à Lap. cit. in l. np1 fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvd fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 cc n2, fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr, n1 np1. fw-fr np1 fw-fr np1 fw-la. p-acp n1
11 0 Jer. 13. 17. Ezek. 15. 3. Telluris in. utile pondus. Jer. 13. 17. Ezekiel 15. 3. Telluris in. utile pondus. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd np1 p-acp. j fw-la.
30 0 Judg. 1. 7. Judges 1. 7. np1 crd crd
32 0 ch. 5. 22. changed. 5. 22. vvn. crd crd
35 0 Vincere consuetudinem dura est pugna. Vincere consuetudinem dura est pugna. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la.
44 0 Deu. 28. 16, 17. Deu. 28. 16, 17. np1 crd crd, crd
45 0 NONLATINALPHABET. S. Cyril. Alex. in l. . S. Cyril. Alexander in l. . np1 np1. np1 p-acp n1
55 0 v. 8. v. 1. v. 8. v. 1. n1 crd n1 crd
70 0 Ch. 8. 4. Christ 8. 4. np1 crd crd
73 0 Ch. 5. 12. Christ 5. 12. np1 crd crd
74 0 Ch. 5. 7. Christ 5. 7. np1 crd crd
92 0 1 Kings 21. 26. 1 Kings 21. 26. crd n2 crd crd
93 0 1 Kin. 22. 8. 1 Kin. 22. 8. crd n1. crd crd
94 0 Gal. 4. 16. Gal. 4. 16. np1 crd crd
95 0 Satius est solem non lucere, quàm Chrysostomum non docere. Psal. 141. 5. Satius est solemn non Luce, quàm Chrysostom non docere. Psalm 141. 5. np1 fw-la j fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 crd crd
97 0 Prov. 27. 6. Curae 27. 6. np1 crd crd
99 0 Lev. 19. 17 Lev. 19. 17 np1 crd crd
99 1 Recede à me in quit languidus lethargicus, ob•cero te, recede à me. S. Aug. de verbis Dom. secund. Joan. ser. 59. Recede à me in quit languidus lethargicus, ob•cero te, recede à me. S. Aug. de verbis Dom. secund. Joan. ser. 59. vvi fw-fr pno11 p-acp vvi fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, vvi fw-fr pno11. np1 np1 fw-fr fw-la np1 j. np1 zz. crd
116 0 Ad Donat. l. 2. Ep. 2. Ad Donat. l. 2. Epistle 2. fw-la np1 n1 crd np1 crd
130 0 In vita Pyrrhi. In vita Pyrrhus. p-acp fw-la np1.
154 0 Ecclus 4. 9. Ecclus 4. 9. np1 crd crd
161 0 Ecclus 4. 22. Ecclus 4. 22. np1 crd crd
165 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
186 0 Arist. Eth. l. 5. c. 10. Arist. Eth. l. 5. c. 10. np1 np1 n1 crd sy. crd
187 0 Orat. pro A. Caecina. Scriptum sequi, calum 〈 ◊ 〉 is esse; boni judicis, voluntatem scriptoris, auctoritatem { que } defeudere, &c. Id. Orat Pro A. Caecina. Scriptum sequi, Column 〈 ◊ 〉 is esse; boni Judges, voluntatem Scriptural, auctoritatem { que } defeudere, etc. Id. np1 fw-la np1 np1. np1 fw-la, fw-la 〈 sy 〉 vbz fw-la; fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la { fw-fr } fw-mi, av np1
207 0 Ver. 32, 33. Ver. 32, 33. np1 crd, crd
210 0 Chap. 5 ▪ 7. Chap. 5 ▪ 7. np1 crd ▪ crd