A sermon preached at the consecration of the Right Reverend Father in God Ambrose Lord Bishop of Kildare in Christ-Church, Dublin, June 29, 1667 / by the right reverend father in God, Henry, Lord Bishop of Meath.
THat, is here verified, which the great Apostle of the Gentiles S. Paul speaketh of himself, his being daily pressed with the care of All the Churches ;
THat, is Here verified, which the great Apostle of the Gentiles S. Paul speaks of himself, his being daily pressed with the care of All the Churches;
In which round about, are Arabia, Damafeus, Antiochia, Seleucin, Cyprus, •amphilia, Pisedia, Licaonica, Siria, Cilicia, •hrygia, Galatia, Misia, Troas, Achaia, Epirus, and many more;
In which round about, Are Arabia, Damafeus, Antiochia, Seleucin, Cyprus, •amphilia, Pisedia, Licaonica, Syria, Cilicia, •hrygia, Galatia, Misia, Troas, Achaia, Epirus, and many more;
And that did he: 1. By personal visits (where it might be) and staying with them also (while it was permitted him;) so find we him wintering at Nicopolis of Macedonia, whence this Epistle is sent, and continuing about Ephesus the space of three years. 2. Also, sending others for that work, where he himself could not be:
And that did he: 1. By personal visits (where it might be) and staying with them also (while it was permitted him;) so find we him wintering At Nicopolis of Macedonia, whence this Epistle is sent, and Continuing about Ephesus the Molle of three Years. 2. Also, sending Others for that work, where he himself could not be:
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So in Corinth, where himself had planted, there Apollo after watered and thither sent he also Timotheus, That (saith he) he should bring you into remembrance of my ways which be in Christ,
So in Corinth, where himself had planted, there Apollo After watered and thither sent he also Timothy, That (Says he) he should bring you into remembrance of my ways which be in christ,
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Thirdly and lastly, His care was in setling the Church planted and confirmed. In that, was his care (as was said) continued. This Settlement of the Church, was 1. By Order and Government there appointed; (without that, were no settlement) for that, is Titus left in Crete, to set in order the things there wanting, &c. 2. In appointing persons fitly qualified for that work ;
Thirdly and lastly, His care was in settling the Church planted and confirmed. In that, was his care (as was said) continued. This Settlement of the Church, was 1. By Order and Government there appointed; (without that, were no settlement) for that, is Titus left in Crete, to Set in order the things there wanting, etc. 2. In appointing Persons fitly qualified for that work;
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for which is here also provided ( v. 6, 7, 8, 9.) where you see those qualifications in such required. 3. In both, providing for the future, as for the present ;
for which is Here also provided (v. 6, 7, 8, 9.) where you see those qualifications in such required. 3. In both, providing for the future, as for the present;
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and that, by Ordination, ordaining Elders in every City. Ordination is a standing Church Ordinance; answering mortality, supplying vacancies, and extending to all in holy Orders;
and that, by Ordination, ordaining Elders in every city. Ordination is a standing Church Ordinance; answering mortality, supplying vacancies, and extending to all in holy Order;
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but rising to the higher also, even to Bishops, in respect of whom, it is now termed, commonly, Consecration. Consecration is the highest act of Ordination. Ordination includeth Consecration ;
but rising to the higher also, even to Bishops, in respect of whom, it is now termed, commonly, Consecration. Consecration is the highest act of Ordination. Ordination includeth Consecration;
In which words you have the persons in this sacred Ministration considered, 1. In their place, order and work, (v. 5.) 2. In their qualifications, apting and fitting for that work ( v. 6, 7, 8, 9.)
In which words you have the Persons in this sacred Ministration considered, 1. In their place, order and work, (v. 5.) 2. In their qualifications, apting and fitting for that work (v. 6, 7, 8, 9.)
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That in Order and Church-Government, is Church-Settlement. In which, speaking of Order, are excluded Parity and Community. 1. Parity ; That, and Government, are inconsistent;
That in Order and Church-Government, is Church-Settlement. In which, speaking of Order, Are excluded Parity and Community. 1. Parity; That, and Government, Are inconsistent;
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for, if all equal, Who then ruling? who ruled? Who ordering? who ordered? Inter pares non est potestas ; Government there ceaseth. 2. Community : That also is here excluded:
for, if all equal, Who then ruling? who ruled? Who ordering? who ordered? Inter pares non est potestas; Government there ceases. 2. Community: That also is Here excluded:
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Community as to Government, is but confusion. Let Quakers, and such, see to this; among whom (in Divine things) is no distinction of Offices, or persons, no,
Community as to Government, is but confusion. Let Quakers, and such, see to this; among whom (in Divine things) is no distinction of Offices, or Persons, no,
nor of Sexes, even very women ) to whom it is not permitted, but expresly forbidden, to speak in the Church, the Apostle crying shame on such so speaking, yet even women so speaking, are among these allowed.
nor of Sexes, even very women) to whom it is not permitted, but expressly forbidden, to speak in the Church, the Apostle crying shame on such so speaking, yet even women so speaking, Are among these allowed.
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where the the members are distinguished in order and use ; which is by the Apostle excellently expressed, shewing, that the body is not one member, but many ;
where the the members Are distinguished in order and use; which is by the Apostle excellently expressed, showing, that the body is not one member, but many;
and, if the whole body were an eye, where were the hearing, and if the whole were hearing, where were the s•elling, and if they were all one member, where were the body? but now are they many members, yet but one body ;
and, if the Whole body were an eye, where were the hearing, and if the Whole were hearing, where were the s•elling, and if they were all one member, where were the body? but now Are they many members, yet but one body;
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so also (saith the Apostle) is Christ (ver. 12.) that is, Christ Mystical, considered as compleat in head and body, he the head, we (taking in the Church Catholick,
so also (Says the Apostle) is christ (ver. 12.) that is, christ Mystical, considered as complete in head and body, he the head, we (taking in the Church Catholic,
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thirdly, Teachers, after that, miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues? (adding) are all Apostles, are all Prophets, are all Teachers, are all workers of miracles, have all the gifts of healing? do all speak with tongues, do all interpret? (ver. 28, 29.) so there.
Thirdly, Teachers, After that, Miracles, then Gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues? (adding) Are all Apostles, Are all prophets, Are all Teachers, Are all workers of Miracles, have all the Gifts of healing? do all speak with tongues, do all interpret? (for. 28, 29.) so there.
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2. See it so also in the body Politique, in all civil Societies of men in every condition, whether in families or corporations (a word borrowed from the body;) or in States. In any of which,
2. See it so also in the body Politique, in all civil Societies of men in every condition, whither in families or corporations (a word borrowed from the body;) or in States. In any of which,
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3. And if so elsewhere generally, (in the Body Natural and Politick ) then so in the Church, (Christs Mystical Body ) and there especially, the Church being in this, leading to others. God (saith the Apostle) is not the author of confusion,
3. And if so elsewhere generally, (in the Body Natural and Politic) then so in the Church, (Christ Mystical Body) and there especially, the Church being in this, leading to Others. God (Says the Apostle) is not the author of confusion,
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2. Vnder him the High Priest, were Levites, the lowest in that Ministration, and more restrained in duty and at distance in the service of the Tabernacle.
2. Under him the High Priest, were Levites, the lowest in that Ministration, and more restrained in duty and At distance in the service of the Tabernacle.
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4. And whereas there were of these Priests several courses (24 in number) we find each of these 24 courses of Priests to have had an Overseer or chief Priest ;
4. And whereas there were of these Priests several courses (24 in number) we find each of these 24 courses of Priests to have had an Overseer or chief Priest;
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of which chief Priests, much is spoken in the New Testament. These chiif Priests were in degree and dignity, next the high Priest, and above all others.
of which chief Priests, much is spoken in the New Testament. These chiif Priests were in degree and dignity, next the high Priest, and above all Others.
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But is it not now, under the New Testament, otherwise? Is not that distinction now removed, all Gods people being holy, and all now a Royal Priesthood ? which is spoken of Saints in a generality.
But is it not now, under the New Testament, otherwise? Is not that distinction now removed, all God's people being holy, and all now a Royal Priesthood? which is spoken of Saints in a generality.
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or where that is by others restrained, they notwithstanding allow not in the Church, government in chief, but taking that from others, that they themselves might rule.
or where that is by Others restrained, they notwithstanding allow not in the Church, government in chief, but taking that from Others, that they themselves might Rule.
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And as to that said of all the Lords people being holy, therefore none to assume a Propriety in Divine Offices more then others (which is the consequence by such contended for) there needs no more to be said of that,
And as to that said of all the lords people being holy, Therefore none to assume a Propriety in Divine Offices more then Others (which is the consequence by such contended for) there needs no more to be said of that,
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Lastly, To what is said of all Gods people, that all are a Royal Priesthood therefore all to act accordingly ; (which is by some inferred) 1. What priviledge is in that now, which had not been before, under the Old Testament ? for of them also is that spoken, and yet none then so acted notwithstanding, who had not been thereunto peculiarly called. 2. All Gods people are said to be Kings also,
Lastly, To what is said of all God's people, that all Are a Royal Priesthood Therefore all to act accordingly; (which is by Some inferred) 1. What privilege is in that now, which had not been before, under the Old Testament? for of them also is that spoken, and yet none then so acted notwithstanding, who had not been thereunto peculiarly called. 2. All God's people Are said to be Kings also,
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So also even Christ glarified not himself to be made an high Priest, but he that said unto him, Thou art my son, to day have I begotten thee (as saith the Apostle, Hebr. 5. 4, 5. and if not Christ,
So also even christ glarified not himself to be made an high Priest, but he that said unto him, Thou art my son, to day have I begotten thee (as Says the Apostle, Hebrew 5. 4, 5. and if not christ,
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yet, with allowance of necessary variations, according to the change of times and things : This appears in both Testaments, both as to Service and Government. I. As to Service :
yet, with allowance of necessary variations, according to the change of times and things: This appears in both Testaments, both as to Service and Government. I. As to Service:
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Do ye not know (saith the Apostle) that they which minister about holy things, live of the things of the Temple ; (so then:) even so hath the Lord ordained, that they which preach the Gospel, should live of the Gospel.
Do you not know (Says the Apostle) that they which minister about holy things, live of the things of the Temple; (so then:) even so hath the Lord ordained, that they which preach the Gospel, should live of the Gospel.
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2. Under that High Priest were Levites (as you heard) and they, lowest in that service, and more at distance, and short in ministring. To these answer our Deacons, an Office Apostolically appointed, and a name from Ministring ;
2. Under that High Priest were Levites (as you herd) and they, lowest in that service, and more At distance, and short in ministering. To these answer our Deacons, an Office Apostolically appointed, and a name from Ministering;
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So among us, are also Priests ; (called so as formerly) or if called Elders (a name by some rather delighted in) yet is even that, an Old Testament name also, thence borrowed,
So among us, Are also Priests; (called so as formerly) or if called Elders (a name by Some rather delighted in) yet is even that, an Old Testament name also, thence borrowed,
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These our Priests, or Elders, are (as those before) chosen out of our Levite-Deacons ; (so from their conformity may I call them:) And these our Priests, as the other, are in order above Deacons, and more enlarged in work and duty.
These our Priests, or Elders, Are (as those before) chosen out of our Levite-Deacons; (so from their conformity may I call them:) And these our Priests, as the other, Are in order above Deacons, and more enlarged in work and duty.
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4. And as there, among those Priests, there were some above others, who although of the same Order (both being Priests) yet were they in degrees differing, one being to the other Superiour;
4. And as there, among those Priests, there were Some above Others, who although of the same Order (both being Priests) yet were they in Degrees differing, one being to the other Superior;
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And such with us were the Apostles of our Lord, they being (in the Rule and Government of the Church) next unto Christ the High Priest, and above all others :
And such with us were the Apostles of our Lord, they being (in the Rule and Government of the Church) next unto christ the High Priest, and above all Others:
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In which Apostolick order and work, were some things Extraordinary, and some things Ordinary. 1. Extraordinary : (for among the Extraordinary Offices in the Church are Apostles reckoned
In which Apostolic order and work, were Some things Extraordinary, and Some things Ordinary. 1. Extraordinary: (for among the Extraordinary Offices in the Church Are Apostles reckoned
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which is intended in their Commission given them by our Lord, Go ye and teach all Nations, baptizing them, &c. and teaching them to observe all things whatsoever, I have commanded you,
which is intended in their Commission given them by our Lord, Go you and teach all nations, baptizing them, etc. and teaching them to observe all things whatsoever, I have commanded you,
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So had the Apostles Successors. And accordingly do we finde them providing for Succession, both as to persons and work. For that, were Timothy and Titus drawn in,
So had the Apostles Successors. And accordingly do we find them providing for Succession, both as to Persons and work. For that, were Timothy and Titus drawn in,
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and ordained by the Apostle S. Paul, to be then, his Assistants, and to be after, his Successors, for supplying his place, care, and work in their Churches respectively;
and ordained by the Apostle S. Paul, to be then, his Assistants, and to be After, his Successors, for supplying his place, care, and work in their Churches respectively;
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Of which, and of the correspondence of both Testaments S. Hierom speaks thus, That we may see Apostolical Traditions to be taken out of the Old Testament, look what Aaron and his Sons, and the Levites were in the Temple, the same let the Bishops, Priests and Deacons challenge in the Church :
Of which, and of the correspondence of both Testaments S. Hieronymus speaks thus, That we may see Apostolical Traditions to be taken out of the Old Testament, look what Aaron and his Sons, and the Levites were in the Temple, the same let the Bishops, Priests and Deacons challenge in the Church:
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Fellow Souldier (saith he) by reason of his honor, because he also had received the Office of being an Apostle among them Again, By those chosen by our Lord, were others ordained Apostles,
Fellow Soldier (Says he) by reason of his honour, Because he also had received the Office of being an Apostle among them Again, By those chosen by our Lord, were Others ordained Apostles,
from whom they derive their Office, that of Bishop, was the Apostles own name of Office. So Judas numbred with the Apostles, and obtaining part of the same Ministry with them the Apostleship that his Apostleship is called his Office (so we read it) but by the LXX, it is rendred, his Bishoprick ) let another take his Office or Bishoprick ;
from whom they derive their Office, that of Bishop, was the Apostles own name of Office. So Judas numbered with the Apostles, and obtaining part of the same Ministry with them the Apostleship that his Apostleship is called his Office (so we read it) but by the LXX, it is rendered, his Bishopric) let Another take his Office or Bishopric;
which word Bishoprick is is used by the Apostle S. Peter, citing that in Psalm 109. 8. according to the LXX, and what is there called by the name of Bishoprick, is after called Apostleship :
which word Bishopric is is used by the Apostle S. Peter, citing that in Psalm 109. 8. according to the LXX, and what is there called by the name of Bishopric, is After called Apostleship:
The Apostles were Bishops, which are the words of S. Ambrose (in Ephes. 4. 11. & 2 Cor. 12. 28.) And that name of Bishop was derived to the Apostles from those from whom (under the Old Testament) they derive (if I may so say) I mean these Chief Priests, called in our English, Overseers, but by the LXX Bishops :
The Apostles were Bishops, which Are the words of S. Ambrose (in Ephesians 4. 11. & 2 Cor. 12. 28.) And that name of Bishop was derived to the Apostles from those from whom (under the Old Testament) they derive (if I may so say) I mean these Chief Priests, called in our English, Overseers, but by the LXX Bishops:
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Thus as Christ the High Priest hath the Name of Apostle ( Heb. 3. 1.) and Bishop (1 Pet. 2. 25.) and as they sent by him (his Apostles) were so also called;
Thus as christ the High Priest hath the Name of Apostle (Hebrew 3. 1.) and Bishop (1 Pet. 2. 25.) and as they sent by him (his Apostles) were so also called;
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and ordain Elders in every city, as I had appointed thee, saith the Apostle here to Titus his Successor. The same work being in all others in like place and trust in the Church for ever. III.
and ordain Elders in every City, as I had appointed thee, Says the Apostle Here to Titus his Successor. The same work being in all Others in like place and trust in the Church for ever. III.
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And what is among us, chief and first (speaking of Bishops) that is (saith he) last with them : (with Montanus and his Faction;) with them Bishops are in the third and last place. So, S. Hierome ;
And what is among us, chief and First (speaking of Bishops) that is (Says he) last with them: (with Montanus and his Faction;) with them Bishops Are in the third and last place. So, S. Jerome;
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so also after S. Hieromes time, through all ages of the Church, until that Schism raised about 126 years since, in Geneva, An. 1541 (a year to us, in the next Century, 1641. on the same account fata•:) whereby, we find this Sacred Hierarchy trampled on by inferio• Elders, by whom (although the name of Bishop would be forgotten) yet is the place & power, and work of Bishops by them notwithstanding ambitiously sought after,
so also After S. Jerome's time, through all ages of the Church, until that Schism raised about 126 Years since, in Geneva, Nias 1541 (a year to us, in the next Century, 1641. on the same account fata•:) whereby, we find this Sacred Hierarchy trampled on by inferio• Elders, by whom (although the name of Bishop would be forgotten) yet is the place & power, and work of Bishops by them notwithstanding ambitiously sought After,
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affirming, all spoken of Bishops to be intended onely of Elders, and making Elders and Bishops the same, without difference of degree, or preheminence in any kind.
affirming, all spoken of Bishops to be intended only of Elders, and making Elders and Bishops the same, without difference of degree, or pre-eminence in any kind.
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Some Community there is indeed between Bishops and Elders, yet so, as that even in that, there appears sufficient to preserve to Bishops their Being, Work and Dignity, distinct and above those, who would themselves have all without sharing.
some Community there is indeed between Bishops and Elders, yet so, as that even in that, there appears sufficient to preserve to Bishops their Being, Work and Dignity, distinct and above those, who would themselves have all without sharing.
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for that, are these places of Scripture, among others, by them, insultingly, insisted on particularly, Acts 20. 28. where the Elders of the Church of Ephesus ( v. 17.) are v. 28) called Overseers, or Bishops (so in the Greek.) Also Phil. 1. 1. the Apostle saluteth the Saints at Philippi, with the Bishops and Deacons :
for that, Are these places of Scripture, among Others, by them, insultingly, insisted on particularly, Acts 20. 28. where the Elders of the Church of Ephesus (v. 17.) Are v. 28) called Overseers, or Bishops (so in the Greek.) Also Philip 1. 1. the Apostle salutes the Saints At Philippi, with the Bishops and Deacons:
therefore intended of Elders, not Bishops, and that there also Bishops and Deacons onely are named, not Elders ; Elders notwithstanding being intended;
Therefore intended of Elders, not Bishops, and that there also Bishops and Deacons only Are nam, not Elders; Elders notwithstanding being intended;
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where are Elders in every City ( v. 5.) and those Elders ( v. 5.) called Bishops ( v. 7.) 1. Therefore (say they) to be meant of Elders properly, and not of Bishops ;
where Are Elders in every city (v. 5.) and those Elders (v. 5.) called Bishops (v. 7.) 1. Therefore (say they) to be meant of Elders properly, and not of Bishops;
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So of Timothy, Bishop of Ephesus, saith S. Paul. If thou put the brethren in remembrance of these things, thou shalt be a good ( Deacon ;) we render it Minister :
So of Timothy, Bishop of Ephesus, Says S. Paul. If thou put the brothers in remembrance of these things, thou shalt be a good (Deacon;) we render it Minister:
so speaks the Apostle of himself, I Paulam NONLATINALPHABET a Minister (Col. 1. 23 & the whole Apostleship is also called NONLATINALPHABET a Deaconship, or Ministry ;
so speaks the Apostle of himself, I Paulam a Minister (Col. 1. 23 & the Whole Apostleship is also called a Deaconship, or Ministry;
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not, all Elders Apostles, and that notwithstanding that community of names, they still are distinguished in Degree and Dignity. So is it as to Bishops and Elders in like manner, the name of Elders is given to Bishops, and of Bishops to Elders, both are true;
not, all Elders Apostles, and that notwithstanding that community of names, they still Are distinguished in Degree and Dignity. So is it as to Bishops and Elders in like manner, the name of Elders is given to Bishops, and of Bishops to Elders, both Are true;
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Nor will that do it, which they alledge out of Acts 20. where the Elders of the Church of Ephesus, (v. 17.) are termed Overseers, or Bishops: ( v. 28.) for those Elders were indeed Bishops;
Nor will that do it, which they allege out of Acts 20. where the Elders of the Church of Ephesus, (v. 17.) Are termed Overseers, or Bishops: (v. 28.) for those Elders were indeed Bishops;
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This appears in that, Ephesus was a See Metropolitical, comprehending Asia the less (a large Jurisdiction.) So in the sixth general Council of Constantinople, Theodorus Bishop of Ephesus thus subscribes, Theodorus by the mercy of God, bishop and Primate of Ephesus, the Metropolis of the Asian Province, or Diocess :
This appears in that, Ephesus was a See Metropolitical, comprehending Asia the less (a large Jurisdiction.) So in the sixth general Council of Constantinople, Theodorus Bishop of Ephesus thus subscribes, Theodorus by the mercy of God, bishop and Primate of Ephesus, the Metropolis of the Asian Province, or Diocese:
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And as in a Provincial meeting of the Bishops of Asia, together with other Elders, (both usually conveening on such occasions,) might the Apostle call those Elders, litterally, Bishops.
And as in a Provincial meeting of the Bishops of Asia, together with other Elders, (both usually convening on such occasions,) might the Apostle call those Elders, literally, Bishops.
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Irenaeus saith as much, that Bishops and Presbyters were there convocated from Ephesus, and other adjoyning Cities, &c. And ( Acts 20. 28.) The Holy Ghost hath (saith the Apostle) made you Bishops (so in the Original) or Overseers (so in our rendring:) If therefore the Holy Ghost had made them Bishops;
Irnaeus Says as much, that Bishops and Presbyters were there convocated from Ephesus, and other adjoining Cities, etc. And (Acts 20. 28.) The Holy Ghost hath (Says the Apostle) made you Bishops (so in the Original) or Overseers (so in our rendering:) If Therefore the Holy Ghost had made them Bishops;
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and the Apostle call them so accordingly, we may then acquiesce in it, rather than to mince the matter according to pe•verse glossings, it being to so great a prejudice as the disturbance of the peace of the Church; (so precious)
and the Apostle call them so accordingly, we may then acquiesce in it, rather than to mince the matter according to pe•verse glossings, it being to so great a prejudice as the disturbance of the peace of the Church; (so precious)
In this, have we to answer, what is alfo objected out of Phil. 1. 1. the Apostle sa•nting the Saints at Philippi, with the Bishops and Deacons, wherein the Authors of the larger Annotations on the Bib•e, busie themselves exceedingly in proving out of the second Council of Nice, and by Cornelius Bishop of Rome (there cited) that there should be but one Bishop in one City ;
In this, have we to answer, what is also objected out of Philip 1. 1. the Apostle sa•nting the Saints At Philippi, with the Bishops and Deacons, wherein the Authors of the larger Annotations on the Bib•e, busy themselves exceedingly in proving out of the second Council of Nicaenae, and by Cornelius Bishop of Room (there cited) that there should be but one Bishop in one city;
And why may not Philippi a Metropolis, include its Province ? and this Epistle to the Philippians be to that Church at large, where many Bishops were to be saluted, without those narrow inferences in confining Philippi to a City within its walls,
And why may not Philippi a Metropolis, include its Province? and this Epistle to the Philippians be to that Church At large, where many Bishops were to be saluted, without those narrow inferences in confining Philippi to a city within its walls,
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For shall Elders included, and not named, exclude Bishops, which are expresly named? 3. Or if Presbyters be there signified in those many Bishops yet was there one chief Bishop over all, which was Epaphroditus their Apostle ( Phil. 2. 25.) Of which Theodoret he calleth him Apostle, to whom the charge of them was committed ;
For shall Elders included, and not nam, exclude Bishops, which Are expressly nam? 3. Or if Presbyters be there signified in those many Bishops yet was there one chief Bishop over all, which was Epaphroditus their Apostle (Philip 2. 25.) Of which Theodoret he calls him Apostle, to whom the charge of them was committed;
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Wherefore (saith he) it is manifest) that they who in the beginning of the Epistle were called Bishops, were under him, they having the place of Presbyters.
Wherefore (Says he) it is manifest) that they who in the beginning of the Epistle were called Bishops, were under him, they having the place of Presbyters.
for Elders (so named, v. 5.) are ( v. 7. termed Bishops, adding, that there being Elders in every City, therefore is that intended of Elders properly, and not of Bishops, who are not for every City. (thus they)
for Elders (so nam, v. 5.) Are (v. 7. termed Bishops, adding, that there being Elders in every city, Therefore is that intended of Elders properly, and not of Bishops, who Are not for every city. (thus they)
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so doth Leo expound this very Text, writing to the Bishops of Africa, To appoint Bishops in every City, or Town, is (saith he) in the greater citres to place Bishops, in the less to place Priests :
so does Leo expound this very Text, writing to the Bishops of Africa, To appoint Bishops in every city, or Town, is (Says he) in the greater citres to place Bishops, in the less to place Priests:
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or smaller city, where one Presbyter may suffice, for there, a Bishop needs not be, that the name and authority of a Bishop be not vilified : ( Con. Eard. c. 6.) In every city, therefore, are to be Elders ;
or smaller City, where one Presbyter may suffice, for there, a Bishop needs not be, that the name and Authority of a Bishop be not vilified: (Con. Eared. c. 6.) In every City, Therefore, Are to be Elders;
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And Titus his enlarged Jurisdiction there, over many Bishops, ( ordaining and appointing them where necessary,) sheweth his power to have been Archiepiscopal, a though he be stiled onely Bishop of Crete, as Timothy Bishop of Ephesus ; (so, in the poscript to those Epistles;) and usual it is in the Councils and elsewhere, to finde Archbishops and Patriarchs, under the name of Bishops.
And Titus his enlarged Jurisdiction there, over many Bishops, (ordaining and appointing them where necessary,) shows his power to have been Archiepiscopal, a though he be styled only Bishop of Crete, as Timothy Bishop of Ephesus; (so, in the postscript to those Epistles;) and usual it is in the Councils and elsewhere, to find Archbishop's and Patriarchs, under the name of Bishops.
The Archbishop of Crete was nominated from Gortyna its Metropolis. Dionysius of Corinih (who lived in the next age to the Apostles) writing to the Church of Gortyna, together with the rest of the Churches of Crete, commendeth Philip NONLATINALPHABET, their Bishop,
The Archbishop of Crete was nominated from Gortyna its Metropolis. Dionysius of Corinih (who lived in the next age to the Apostles) writing to the Church of Gortyna, together with the rest of the Churches of Crete, commends Philip, their Bishop,
And (saith Theodorus Balsamo ) I have perused the ancient code of Councils, and defind by the subscriptions, that Basiil Bishop of Gortyna was present at the Council of Tru•lo.
And (Says Theodorus Balsamo) I have perused the ancient code of Councils, and defined by the Subscriptions, that Basiil Bishop of Gortyna was present At the Council of Tru•lo.
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On the whole, therefore, from the community of the names between Bishops and Elders, is no ground for what is thence inferred, That therefore Bishops and Elders are the same, without dictinction of Persons, Offices, or Degrees;
On the Whole, Therefore, from the community of the names between Bishops and Elders, is no ground for what is thence inferred, That Therefore Bishops and Elders Are the same, without distinction of Persons, Offices, or Degrees;
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And that the work is common, and the same, both to Bishops and Elders, is (by that side) instanced, in 1. Ordination. 2. In Overseeing, (under this of Overseeing, all the other pa•ts of the work are comprehended,
And that the work is Common, and the same, both to Bishops and Elders, is (by that side) instanced, in 1. Ordination. 2. In Overseeing, (under this of Overseeing, all the other pa•ts of the work Are comprehended,
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grounding on that, 1 Tim. 4. 14. where the Apostle exhorts Timothy, Not to neglect the gift which was given him by prophesie, with the laying on of the hands of the Presbyterie.
grounding on that, 1 Tim. 4. 14. where the Apostle exhorts Timothy, Not to neglect the gift which was given him by prophesy, with the laying on of the hands of the Presbytery.
for doth not the same Apostle say also to Timothy, I put thee in remembrance, that thou stir up the gift of God which is in thee by the putting on of my hands? (2 Tim. 1. 6.) here, we finde another hand (the Apostles) beside those hands of Presbyters imposed on Timothy ;
for does not the same Apostle say also to Timothy, I put thee in remembrance, that thou stir up the gift of God which is in thee by the putting on of my hands? (2 Tim. 1. 6.) Here, we find Another hand (the Apostles) beside those hands of Presbyters imposed on Timothy;
and the work short without it; (the case of necessity excepted.) 2. Ordination, must be granted to have been in the Apostles primarily, and principally;
and the work short without it; (the case of necessity excepted.) 2. Ordination, must be granted to have been in the Apostles primarily, and principally;
and not in Elders or Presbyters principally; (they but acting with the Apostles, and that but subordinately:) By my hand, saith the Apostle ((2 Tim. 1. 6.) with the hands of the Presbytery (1 Tim. 4. 14.) It is by the Apostles hand principally, and but with the other, in way of approbation. Therefore, is the charge of Oedination given principally to Timothy, that he lay not hands suddenly on any;
and not in Elders or Presbyters principally; (they but acting with the Apostles, and that but subordinately:) By my hand, Says the Apostle ((2 Tim. 1. 6.) with the hands of the Presbytery (1 Tim. 4. 14.) It is by the Apostles hand principally, and but with the other, in Way of approbation. Therefore, is the charge of Oedination given principally to Timothy, that he lay not hands suddenly on any;
a Bishop in anothers D•ccess, or a busie body in other mens matters (so is that in our English rendred;) whereas, the same work is in the hands of Bishops far otherwise;
a Bishop in another's D•ccess, or a busy body in other men's matters (so is that in our English rendered;) whereas, the same work is in the hands of Bishops Far otherwise;
So the chief Priests under the Law (whom the Apostles, and afther them, Bishops, represent ;) they were Overseers to others, that the work be done in manner and order, as did become.
So the chief Priests under the Law (whom the Apostles, and After them, Bishops, represent;) they were Overseers to Others, that the work be done in manner and order, as did become.
2. Although Presbyters have power to preach, and do what belongs to their Function, yet are they in acting that power, limited and ordered by the Bishop.
2. Although Presbyters have power to preach, and do what belongs to their Function, yet Are they in acting that power, limited and ordered by the Bishop.
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but the Power of Jurisdiction to act that their power of Order as •astors, that, a Presbyter hath in his Institution from the Bishop, being, thereby, appointed to a charge and place,
but the Power of Jurisdiction to act that their power of Order as •astors, that, a Presbyter hath in his Institution from the Bishop, being, thereby, appointed to a charge and place,
and licensed to discharge the duty of his calling, to which he was before qualified, and now enabled. Tertullian saith, That the chief Priest (which is the Bishop) hath the right of giving Baptism,
and licensed to discharge the duty of his calling, to which he was before qualified, and now enabled. Tertullian Says, That the chief Priest (which is the Bishop) hath the right of giving Baptism,
Every Presbyter therefore hath power in common with a Bishop, to preach and administer the Sacraments in fulness, (which an inferior Order, a Deacon cannot do;) yet, the exercise of that power, is subjected to,
Every Presbyter Therefore hath power in Common with a Bishop, to preach and administer the Sacraments in fullness, (which an inferior Order, a Deacon cannot do;) yet, the exercise of that power, is subjected to,
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It was said of Elders, that they have a power of Jurisdiction ; (understand it, of a power of spiritual and inward Jurisdiction, in foro conscienciae, in the Court of Conscience ) so,
It was said of Elders, that they have a power of Jurisdiction; (understand it, of a power of spiritual and inward Jurisdiction, in foro conscienciae, in the Court of Conscience) so,
so, are they, after, to behave themselves in that as becometh. It is in Bishops (who are overseers of those Overseers) to expect and exact that from them authoritatively ;
so, Are they, After, to behave themselves in that as Becometh. It is in Bishops (who Are Overseers of those Overseers) to expect and exact that from them authoritatively;
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and on failing in duty, or manners, (as to life, and conversation,) to reprove and punish also. In this, is Episcopal Jurisdiction given them Apostolically, and over inferior Elders particalarlarly, to which they are subjected.
and on failing in duty, or manners, (as to life, and Conversation,) to reprove and Punish also. In this, is Episcopal Jurisdiction given them Apostolically, and over inferior Elders particalarlarly, to which they Are subjected.
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is not a restraining, but an ordering that rebuke, that it be not lightly, or on slight grounds (as in 1 Tim. 5. 19, 20.) by which appears a Jurisdiction in Bishops, above Elders, directive, coercive, and corective :
is not a restraining, but an ordering that rebuke, that it be not lightly, or on slight grounds (as in 1 Tim. 5. 19, 20.) by which appears a Jurisdiction in Bishops, above Elders, directive, coercive, and corective:
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which is Epiphanius his interence on these words, against a Presbyter, &c. Therefore (saith he) Presbyters are subject to the Bishop as to their Judge .
which is Epiphanius his interence on these words, against a Presbyter, etc. Therefore (Says he) Presbyters Are Subject to the Bishop as to their Judge.
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that thou mayest charge some that they teach no other Doctrine, saith the Apostle to Timothy, 1 Tim. 1. 3.) and to Titus (Tit. 3. 10.) A man that is an Heretick ofter the first and second admonition, reject ;
that thou Mayest charge Some that they teach no other Doctrine, Says the Apostle to Timothy, 1 Tim. 1. 3.) and to Titus (Tit. 3. 10.) A man that is an Heretic ofter the First and second admonition, reject;
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so of their Conversation, how they live, as you have heard in that of 1 Tim. 1. 5, 17, 20, 21. Therefore is the Angel of the Church of Ephesus ( Timothies Successor) commended, that he could not bear with them that are evil,
so of their Conversation, how they live, as you have herd in that of 1 Tim. 1. 5, 17, 20, 21. Therefore is the Angel of the Church of Ephesus (Timothies Successor) commended, that he could not bear with them that Are evil,
and had tryed them which say they are Apostles, and are not, and had found them lyars (Rev. 2. 2.) On the contrary, the Angel of the Church of Thyratira is reproved for suffering such ( Rev. 2. 20.)
and had tried them which say they Are Apostles, and Are not, and had found them liars (Rev. 2. 2.) On the contrary, the Angel of the Church of Thyratira is reproved for suffering such (Rev. 2. 20.)
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So as, although there be a Community of names, (in some cases) between Bishops and Elders (Bishops are called, Elders and Elders Bishops;) and notwithstanding that the worke also, be (in a kind) common ;
So as, although there be a Community of names, (in Some cases) between Bishops and Elders (Bishops Are called, Elders and Elders Bishops;) and notwithstanding that the work also, be (in a kind) Common;
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For although the names of Bishops and Presbyters were confounded, and the work (in a sort) common to both, yet were not the Offices of Bishops and Presbyters ever confounded until now.
For although the names of Bishops and Presbyters were confounded, and the work (in a sort) Common to both, yet were not the Offices of Bishops and Presbyters ever confounded until now.
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you see the Church under the New Testamen ordered as before, in way of Superiority and Subordination ; and that Apostolically appointed. So Timothy in Ephesus ; and Titus in Crete ;
you see the Church under the New Testament ordered as before, in Way of Superiority and Subordination; and that Apostolically appointed. So Timothy in Ephesus; and Titus in Crete;
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2. See those Apostolically ordered to that care and charge in the Church above others, to be by the Apostles, dignified with their own name, (that standing name of Bishops.) they standing also in their place and stead, and acting in their work, ( Ordaining, Overseeing, Ordering, and Correcting as is necessary.)
2. See those Apostolically ordered to that care and charge in the Church above Others, to be by the Apostles, dignified with their own name, (that standing name of Bishops.) they standing also in their place and stead, and acting in their work, (Ordaining, Overseeing, Ordering, and Correcting as is necessary.)
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If they have kept my saying, they will keep yours also, John 15. 20.) that, in this particularly, hath been by Christ himself, the High Priest approved. For,
If they have kept my saying, they will keep yours also, John 15. 20.) that, in this particularly, hath been by christ himself, the High Priest approved. For,
and girt vbout the paps with a golden girdle, and also visiting his Church Ecclesiatim : each of the seven Churches particularly, being by him inspected :
and girded vbout the paps with a golden girdle, and also visiting his Church Ecclesiatim: each of the seven Churches particularly, being by him inspected:
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In that reproving what was amiss in any, and allowing, what was right. particularly, See that Government which was ordered in each of those eminent Churches, (in Ephesus and the other six) under their respective Angels, or Chiefs, or Bishops ;
In that reproving what was amiss in any, and allowing, what was right. particularly, See that Government which was ordered in each of those eminent Churches, (in Ephesus and the other six) under their respective Angels, or Chiefs, or Bishops;
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for, the Seven Stars, (the seven Angels Angels of those Churches, their Bishops ) were in Christs right hand (Rev. 1. 16. 20.) that is, under his care, and protection. And to those Angels of the Churches doth our Lord direct himself principally in behalf of all under their charge ;
for, the Seven Stars, (the seven Angels Angels of those Churches, their Bishops) were in Christ right hand (Rev. 1. 16. 20.) that is, under his care, and protection. And to those Angels of the Churches does our Lord Direct himself principally in behalf of all under their charge;
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expecting from them an accompt of the Churches within their respective Jurisdictions, each of them being responsible for all that was there, well, or otherwise.
expecting from them an account of the Churches within their respective Jurisdictions, each of them being responsible for all that was there, well, or otherwise.
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whereby, what might (seem) doubtful in the first Institution, may be cleared by observing what was of that understood, and after practised by the Church accordingly:
whereby, what might (seem) doubtful in the First Institution, may be cleared by observing what was of that understood, and After practised by the Church accordingly:
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And how did the Church understand the Apostles appointing Bishops and Elders in the Church for its Government? Did they not understand it of Bishops distinct from Elders,
And how did the Church understand the Apostles appointing Bishops and Elders in the Church for its Government? Did they not understand it of Bishops distinct from Elders,
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and Superior to them ? Did they ever understand it of Elders without Bishops ? or of Elders ruling in chief? much less of Lay-Elders ? (of which, is nothing to be found any where, in Scripture or Antiquity. )
and Superior to them? Did they ever understand it of Elders without Bishops? or of Elders ruling in chief? much less of Lay elders? (of which, is nothing to be found any where, in Scripture or Antiquity.)
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In which I shall use the words of Judicious Mr. Hooker, Very strange it is ( saith he ) that such a Discipline as ye (Elders) speak of, should be taught by Christ and his Apostles in the word of God,
In which I shall use the words of Judicious Mr. Hooker, Very strange it is (Says he) that such a Discipline as you (Elders) speak of, should be taught by christ and his Apostles in the word of God,
contrariwise, the Government against which ye bend your selves, be observed every where throughout all generations and ages of the Christian world, no Church ever perceiving the word of God to be against it; ( adding ) We require you to finde out but one Church upon the face of the whole earth, that hath been ordered by your discipline,
contrariwise, the Government against which you bend your selves, be observed every where throughout all generations and ages of the Christian world, no Church ever perceiving the word of God to be against it; (adding) We require you to find out but one Church upon the face of the Whole earth, that hath been ordered by your discipline,
Enquire of the former Age and prepare thy self to the search of their fathers (for we are but of yesterday and know nothing) shall not they teach thee and tell thee,
Inquire of the former Age and prepare thy self to the search of their Father's (for we Are but of yesterday and know nothing) shall not they teach thee and tell thee,
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But in matters of antiquitie to denye the credit of Antiquitie in what is not contradicted by Scripture, discovers One addicted to Noveltie and singularity rather then to truth.
But in matters of antiquity to deny the credit of Antiquity in what is not contradicted by Scripture, discovers One addicted to Novelty and singularity rather then to truth.
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Se some under the old Testament setting themselves even against what God himself had expresly ordered concerning the high Priest-hood in Aron There, Corah of the tribe of Levy, raised a partie and faction of 250 Princes of the Assembly against Moses and Aron, having the confidence thus to tell them, yee take too much upon you, seing all the congregation are holy every one of them,
See Some under the old Testament setting themselves even against what God himself had expressly ordered Concerning the high Priesthood in Aron There, Corah of the tribe of Levy, raised a party and faction of 250 Princes of the Assembly against Moses and Aron, having the confidence thus to tell them, ye take too much upon you, sing all the congregation Are holy every one of them,
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yee take too much upon you yee Sons of Levy, seemeth it but a small thing unto you that the Lord God of Israel hath separated you from the congregation of Israel to bring you near unto himself to do the service of the Tabernacle of the Lord, to stand before the congregation to Minister unto them:
ye take too much upon you ye Sons of Levy, seems it but a small thing unto you that the Lord God of Israel hath separated you from the congregation of Israel to bring you near unto himself to do the service of the Tabernacle of the Lord, to stand before the congregation to Minister unto them:
2. And such Corahs we find under the new Testament also, of whom the Apostle S. Jude speaks with a woe woe to them for they have gone in the way of Cain and ran greedily after the error of Balaam and perished in the gainsaying of Core.
2. And such Corahs we find under the new Testament also, of whom the Apostle S. U^de speaks with a woe woe to them for they have gone in the Way of Cain and ran greedily After the error of balaam and perished in the gainsaying of Core.
or as to those other two, notoriously wicked, ( Balaam and Cain, ) whose ends were not as of others, Corah and his followers perishing not by an ordinary Judgment like other men, the earth opening its mouth and swallowing up them,
or as to those other two, notoriously wicked, (balaam and Cain,) whose ends were not as of Others, Corah and his followers perishing not by an ordinary Judgement like other men, the earth opening its Mouth and swallowing up them,
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3. And, such have been our Corah• also, (authors of our late confusions and evills in Church and State. ) By whom hath been in the Church, and Inlet and overflowing of blasphemies and of monstrous and pernicious doctrines (horrible to be mentioned and not, in very confutations, to be remembred) as if hell it self had broken loose (The title of a book in which many of those abhominations are Collected.) And no wonder it should be so, Church order and Government having been, (as it was) cast off and trampled on.
3. And, such have been our Corah• also, (Authors of our late confusions and evils in Church and State.) By whom hath been in the Church, and Inlet and overflowing of Blasphemies and of monstrous and pernicious doctrines (horrible to be mentioned and not, in very confutations, to be remembered) as if hell it self had broken lose (The title of a book in which many of those abominations Are Collected.) And no wonder it should be so, Church order and Government having been, (as it was) cast off and trampled on.
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and in that order is both beauty and terror, and in that, security ; ( Church security and Church beauty is in order :) thou art beautifull O my love as Tirza, comely as Ierusalem terrible as an army with banners (Cant. 6. 4.) how pleasant is an army ranged under its banners!
and in that order is both beauty and terror, and in that, security; (Church security and Church beauty is in order:) thou art beautiful Oh my love as Tirzah, comely as Ierusalem terrible as an army with banners (Cant 6. 4.) how pleasant is an army ranged under its banners!
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It is otherwise, where order is not in the Church but our banners cast down, and our chief leaders taken off; what can be then 〈 ◊ 〉 deformitie for beautie and for order 〈 ◊ 〉on ? what then but terror ? terror to our selves : (so is, an army, in confusion, to it self terrible;) and thereby have enemies their advantages, about, and within;
It is otherwise, where order is not in the Church but our banners cast down, and our chief leaders taken off; what can be then 〈 ◊ 〉 deformity for beauty and for order 〈 ◊ 〉on? what then but terror? terror to our selves: (so is, an army, in confusion, to it self terrible;) and thereby have enemies their advantages, about, and within;
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therefore saith S. Ierome. the safety of the Church dependeth on the dignity of the chief Priest (meaning the Bishop) to whom if power be not given, there must be as many schismes in the Church •s there are Priests.
Therefore Says S. Jerome. the safety of the Church dependeth on the dignity of the chief Priest (meaning the Bishop) to whom if power be not given, there must be as many schisms in the Church •s there Are Priests.
These be the beginnings of heretiques, these the risings and endeavours of ill minded Schismaticks, that they please themselves and contemn their Bishops with swelling pride,
These be the beginnings of Heretics, these the risings and endeavours of ill minded Schismatics, that they please themselves and contemn their Bishops with swelling pride,
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And we have seen evils designed to the State, carried on by attempting, first, on the Church Corahs opposition pretended principally against Aron, rests not there,
And we have seen evils designed to the State, carried on by attempting, First, on the Church Corahs opposition pretended principally against Aron, rests not there,
these breaches are now all made up and repaired both in Church and State, by the happy Restauration of his Sacred Majesty to his Royall throne and government.
these Breaches Are now all made up and repaired both in Church and State, by the happy Restauration of his Sacred Majesty to his Royal throne and government.
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so as at this day (even this very day) we have, and our eyes do behold among us here, such in the Church, who sit and rule in chief, setting in order the things that are wanting and ordaining Elders, ( Bishops ) Successively,
so as At this day (even this very day) we have, and our eyes do behold among us Here, such in the Church, who fit and Rule in chief, setting in order the things that Are wanting and ordaining Elders, (Bishops) Successively,
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As to what remains of the Text ( the qualifications of those persons to be called forth to this high and Sacred calling and work ; (of which you have much here v. 6. 7, 8, 9.) of that I may not now speak;
As to what remains of the Text (the qualifications of those Persons to be called forth to this high and Sacred calling and work; (of which you have much Here v. 6. 7, 8, 9.) of that I may not now speak;
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and in that your care and charge. Take heed unto your selves and to all the flock, over the which, the holy Ghost hath made you overseers (or Bishops) to feed the Church of God which he hath purchased with his own blood.
and in that your care and charge. Take heed unto your selves and to all the flock, over the which, the holy Ghost hath made you Overseers (or Bishops) to feed the Church of God which he hath purchased with his own blood.
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Apud Nos Apostolorum locum tenent Episcopi, apud Eos, tertius est Episcopus; quod apud nos primum, apud illos est novissimum. Hieronim. Ep. 54. ad Marceliam adversus Montanum.
Apud Nos Apostolorum locum tenent Bishops, apud Eos, tertius est Episcopus; quod apud nos primum, apud Illos est novissimum. Hieronim. Epistle 54. ad Marceliam Adversus Montanum.
