A SERMON of Antichrist Preached at Christ-Church, Dublin, Novemb. 12. 1676. 2 Thess. 2.3. to 13. V. 3. There shall come a falling away first, and that man of sin shall be revealed, the Son of Perdition.
A SERMON of Antichrist Preached At Christ church, Dublin, November 12. 1676. 2 Thess 2.3. to 13. V. 3. There shall come a falling away First, and that man of since shall be revealed, the Son of Perdition.
The words are a Prophecy of evil times to the Church, and to the World, by one here termed A man of Sin, ( v. 3) and who that man of Sin is, is now the enquiry;
The words Are a Prophecy of evil times to the Church, and to the World, by one Here termed A man of since, (v. 3) and who that man of since is, is now the enquiry;
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1. Here is the character, condition and quality, what kind of person he is, a Man of Sin, v. 3. 2. He is also considered as to the place, where he is to be found, Sitting in the Temple of God.
1. Here is the character, condition and quality, what kind of person he is, a Man of since, v. 3. 2. He is also considered as to the place, where he is to be found, Sitting in the Temple of God.
4. His actions in the world, when he should be revealed, and by which he should be known above others, he opposing and exalting himself above all that is called God, &c. v. 4. He to whom all these agree, and in whom all meet together, is that Man of Sin, this Son of perdition whom we now seek after.
4. His actions in the world, when he should be revealed, and by which he should be known above Others, he opposing and exalting himself above all that is called God, etc. v. 4. He to whom all these agree, and in whom all meet together, is that Man of since, this Son of perdition whom we now seek After.
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and where the word sinners is first found in Scripture ( Gen. • 3. • 3.) it is said of Monsters of sin, those of Sodom who were sinners before the Lord exceedingly.
and where the word Sinners is First found in Scripture (Gen. • 3. • 3.) it is said of Monsters of since, those of Sodom who were Sinners before the Lord exceedingly.
And accordingly is this Man of Sin here one above others sinful, both in life and profession. Therefore called spiritually Sodom, ( Rev. 11.8.) and as to Faith and Doctrine ;
And accordingly is this Man of since Here one above Others sinful, both in life and profession. Therefore called spiritually Sodom, (Rev. 11.8.) and as to Faith and Doctrine;
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An Apostate (and what is in that kind worse?) falling away ( v. 3.) departing from the Faith (1 Tim. 4.1.) denying the Lord that bought them, and bringing in damnable Heresies (2 Pet. 2.1.) and Doctrines of Devils, forbidding to marry,
an Apostate (and what is in that kind Worse?) falling away (v. 3.) departing from the Faith (1 Tim. 4.1.) denying the Lord that bought them, and bringing in damnable Heresies (2 Pet. 2.1.) and Doctrines of Devils, forbidding to marry,
adding, he is an Antichrist that denyeth the Father and the Son, whosoever denyeth the Son hath not the Father (1. John 2.22, 23.) And every spirit that confesseth not, that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh, is not of God;
adding, he is an Antichrist that denyeth the Father and the Son, whosoever denyeth the Son hath not the Father (1. John 2.22, 23.) And every Spirit that Confesses not, that jesus christ is come in the Flesh, is not of God;
and this is that spirit of Antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come, and even now already, is it in the world (1. John 4.3. Not that Antichrist, or every Antichrist, denyeth Christ come in the flesh ; Some did so;
and this is that Spirit of Antichrist, whereof you have herd that it should come, and even now already, is it in the world (1. John 4.3. Not that Antichrist, or every Antichrist, denyeth christ come in the Flesh; some did so;
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1. That all false doctrines and heresies, whether against the doctrine and truth of Christ, of which the Apostle S. Paul speaks (1. Tim. 4.) or against Christ's person or Natures, of whom St. John speaks; both these are against Christ, and such as so teach and believe, are therefore (because against Christ) Antichrist, so as every deceiver is an Antichrist (2 John v. 7.) I Judg saith St. Hierom) all chief hereticks to be Antichrist, under the name of Christ teaching contrary to Christ.
1. That all false doctrines and heresies, whither against the Doctrine and truth of christ, of which the Apostle S. Paul speaks (1. Tim. 4.) or against Christ's person or Nature's, of whom Saint John speaks; both these Are against christ, and such as so teach and believe, Are Therefore (Because against christ) Antichrist, so as every deceiver is an Antichrist (2 John v. 7.) I Judge Says Saint Hieronymus) all chief Heretics to be Antichrist, under the name of christ teaching contrary to christ.
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2. Hereby we find that there are many Antichrists (1 John 2.18) and of those many that some were then, in the Apostles ▪ dayes, in the world. (1. John 4.3.) Apostates from the faith before professed;
2. Hereby we find that there Are many Antichrists (1 John 2.18) and of those many that Some were then, in the Apostles ▪ days, in the world. (1. John 4.3.) Apostates from the faith before professed;
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They went from us, but were not of us saith the Apostle (1. John 2.18, 19. 3. Observe, that among those many Antichrists there is one chief Antichrist, see both in 1. John 2.18. little children, it is the last time, as ye have heard, that Antichrist shall come;
They went from us, but were not of us Says the Apostle (1. John 2.18, 19. 3. Observe, that among those many Antichrists there is one chief Antichrist, see both in 1. John 2.18. little children, it is the last time, as you have herd, that Antichrist shall come;
even now are there many Antichrists. In this we find those two sorts of Antichrists distinguished. 1. In number: Antichrists plurally, And many Antichrists ; the other but Antichrist singly:
even now Are there many Antichrists. In this we find those two sorts of Antichrists distinguished. 1. In number: Antichrists plurally, And many Antichrists; the other but Antichrist singly:
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but that one Antichrist then not yet come, yet expected (2 Thess. 2.) the revealed in his time (v. 7.8.) 3. see that one and chief Antichrist above the rest pointed at Emphatically, by an Article which is in the Greek, not expressed in our English NONLATINALPHABET that Article NONLATINALPHABET or that Antichrist (saith Grotius) points at some one Antichrist among those many more noted.
but that one Antichrist then not yet come, yet expected (2 Thess 2.) the revealed in his time (v. 7.8.) 3. see that one and chief Antichrist above the rest pointed At Emphatically, by an Article which is in the Greek, not expressed in our English that Article or that Antichrist (Says Grotius) points At Some one Antichrist among those many more noted.
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And with like Emphasis is this man of sin, in the Text expressed by that man of sin, The Son of perdition (v. 3.) That wicked (v. 8.) and even him, whose coming is after the working of Satan (v. 9.)
And with like Emphasis is this man of since, in the Text expressed by that man of since, The Son of perdition (v. 3.) That wicked (v. 8.) and even him, whose coming is After the working of Satan (v. 9.)
the great whore ( Rev 17.1.) Babylon v. 5. and here that man of sin (5) and by St. John, Antichrist. In which variety of names, some one is at present to be principally used, for avoiding confusion;
the great whore (Rev 17.1.) Babylon v. 5. and Here that man of since (5) and by Saint John, Antichrist. In which variety of names, Some one is At present to be principally used, for avoiding confusion;
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in which I shall choose that of Antichrist, as being a word both Scriptural, and Ecclesiastical, frequently occurring in the Fathers, and Ecclesiastical writers, ancient and modern.
in which I shall choose that of Antichrist, as being a word both Scriptural, and Ecclesiastical, frequently occurring in the Father's, and Ecclesiastical writers, ancient and modern.
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5. Observe that man of Sin or Antichrist, although singularly, and Emphatically, and as it were, personally pointed at, is not notwithstanding to be understood as terminated in any one individual person whatsoever ;
5. Observe that man of since or Antichrist, although singularly, and Emphatically, and as it were, personally pointed At, is not notwithstanding to be understood as terminated in any one Individu person whatsoever;
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so it is said of the Pope and Papacy That as to the place and office of the Papacy ' all Popes from first to last, are but as one Pope, so when they say, the Pope is head of the Church, that is not intended of any one Pope alone, but of any and all in that succession.
so it is said of the Pope and Papacy That as to the place and office of the Papacy ' all Popes from First to last, Are but as one Pope, so when they say, the Pope is head of the Church, that is not intended of any one Pope alone, but of any and all in that succession.
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Which words The Temple of God, some appropriate to Jerusalem, and the Temple there, so understood properly (saith Grotius) in both Testaments It seems also to make for this;
Which words The Temple of God, Some Appropriate to Jerusalem, and the Temple there, so understood properly (Says Grotius) in both Testaments It seems also to make for this;
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3. The Temple of God in the Text is interpreted the Christian Church, by the Fathers St. Augustin, Chrysostom, Hierome, Hilary, Theophylact, Theodoret, and others;
3. The Temple of God in the Text is interpreted the Christian Church, by the Father's Saint Augustin, Chrysostom, Jerome, Hilary, Theophylact, Theodoret, and Others;
4. Notwithstanding what is confidently averred by some, that in both Testaments, the Temple of God is intended of that Temple in Jerusalem, the contrary appears;
4. Notwithstanding what is confidently averred by Some, that in both Testaments, the Temple of God is intended of that Temple in Jerusalem, the contrary appears;
and that the Christian Church is also in that pointed at in both Testaments. So in Zech. 6.12, 13. Behold the man whose name is the Branch (meant of Christ, Zech. 3.8.
and that the Christian Church is also in that pointed At in both Testaments. So in Zechariah 6.12, 13. Behold the man whose name is the Branch (meant of christ, Zechariah 3.8.
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those dayes also of its destruction being the time of the Lord's coming to Judge that People, and then setting up his Temple of the Christian Church, where he would be worshipped in spirit and in truth ;
those days also of its destruction being the time of the Lord's coming to Judge that People, and then setting up his Temple of the Christian Church, where he would be worshipped in Spirit and in truth;
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and of both Nations, is called the houshold of God, built on the foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone, in whom all the building fitly framed together groweth unto an Holy Temple in the Lord, in whom they are also builded together for an habitation of God through the Spirit.
and of both nations, is called the household of God, built on the Foundation of the Apostles and prophets, jesus christ himself being the chief corner stone, in whom all the building fitly framed together grows unto an Holy Temple in the Lord, in whom they Are also built together for an habitation of God through the Spirit.
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Observe also that these 2 women (or the Church under these 2 states and conditions ) are also represented by 2 Cities, the great City Babylon and Jerusalem :
Observe also that these 2 women (or the Church under these 2 states and conditions) Are also represented by 2 Cities, the great city Babylon and Jerusalem:
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5. And, that Jerusalem and the Temple there, could not be the place where that man of sin or Antichrist was to sit, appears, in that Babylon, the city contrary to Jerusalem, is declared Antichrist's seat :
5. And, that Jerusalem and the Temple there, could not be the place where that man of since or Antichrist was to fit, appears, in that Babylon, the City contrary to Jerusalem, is declared Antichrist's seat:
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Also, that the description given to that City (the seat of Antichrist) no way suits with Jerusalem, see for that ( Rev. 17.6, 7, 8, 18.) where, by Babylon, the Romanists (we need go no further) intend Rome, and for that the Rhemists earnestly contend in their Annotations on 1 Pet. 5.13. The Church that is at Babylon saluteth you (saith St. Peter ) which is their Scripture-proof for St. Peters being at Rome.
Also, that the description given to that city (the seat of Antichrist) no Way suits with Jerusalem, see for that (Rev. 17.6, 7, 8, 18.) where, by Babylon, the Romanists (we need go no further) intend Rome, and for that the Rhemists earnestly contend in their Annotations on 1 Pet. 5.13. The Church that is At Babylon salutes you (Says Saint Peter) which is their Scripture proof for Saint Peter's being At Room.
Also Cardinal Baronius speaking of the name Babylon in the Revelation, Certissimum est, &c. it is most certain (saith he) that by the name Babylon, the City Rome is signified ;
Also Cardinal Baronius speaking of the name Babylon in the Revelation, Certissimum est, etc. it is most certain (Says he) that by the name Babylon, the city Room is signified;
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and Cardinal Bellarmine, by Babylons description, agreeing to Rome, concludes out of Turtullian, Notissimum est, &c. (saith he) It is most evident and acknowledged, that Rome is built on seven hills,
and Cardinal Bellarmine, by Babylons description, agreeing to Room, concludes out of Tertullian, Notissimum est, etc. (Says he) It is most evident and acknowledged, that Room is built on seven hills,
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not Constantinople, which although after styled Rome, or new Rome, being also seated on hills, yet did not that then in St. Johns dayes reign over the Kings of the Earth.
not Constantinople, which although After styled Room, or new Room, being also seated on hills, yet did not that then in Saint Johns days Reign over the Kings of the Earth.
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And as to Jerusalem, nothing of all that could be said of it, neither that it was so situated on seven hills, nor then reigning over the Kings of the earth, Jerusalem being then with her children in Bondage (Gal. 4.25.) and that to the Romans ;
And as to Jerusalem, nothing of all that could be said of it, neither that it was so situated on seven hills, nor then reigning over the Kings of the earth, Jerusalem being then with her children in Bondage (Gal. 4.25.) and that to the Romans;
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and Rome to be the place for Antichrist's sitting. But it is objected, how the Church of Rome should be then called the Temple of God where Antichrist sitteth.
and Room to be the place for Antichrist's sitting. But it is objected, how the Church of Room should be then called the Temple of God where Antichrist Sitteth.
yet from what once was, and from what is yet there left of Good (though mixed and corrupt ) that Church is called by the Apostle here The Temple of God and there Antichrist sitting.
yet from what once was, and from what is yet there left of Good (though mixed and corrupt) that Church is called by the Apostle Here The Temple of God and there Antichrist sitting.
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The summe of all is, that Babylon, which is acknowledged to be Rome, and the Temple of God there, or the Church of Rome Apostate from the Faith formerly professed, is the place where Antichrist is to be expected and found, which was the 2d circumstance here considerable for Antichrist's discovery :
The sum of all is, that Babylon, which is acknowledged to be Room, and the Temple of God there, or the Church of Room Apostate from the Faith formerly professed, is the place where Antichrist is to be expected and found, which was the 2d circumstance Here considerable for Antichrist's discovery:
but the question is of the time, for as the Jewes speak of Christ yet to come, so do they of Rome concerning Antichrist, and that he is expected about the end of the World and at Rome, when Rome shall turn Apostate, but we Assert that Antichrist is already come; and that long since;
but the question is of the time, for as the Jews speak of christ yet to come, so do they of Room Concerning Antichrist, and that he is expected about the end of the World and At Room, when Room shall turn Apostate, but we Assert that Antichrist is already come; and that long since;
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The time for Antichrist's appearing is thus in the text expressed (v. 5, 6, 7, 8.) Remember ye not, saith the Apostle, That when I was yet with you I told you these things? and now ye know what withholdeth that he might be revealed in his time,
The time for Antichrist's appearing is thus in the text expressed (v. 5, 6, 7, 8.) remember you not, Says the Apostle, That when I was yet with you I told you these things? and now you know what withholdeth that he might be revealed in his time,
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for the mystery of Iniquity doth work already, onely he who now letteth, will let, until he be taken out of the way, and then shall the wicked be revealed.
for the mystery of Iniquity does work already, only he who now lets, will let, until he be taken out of the Way, and then shall the wicked be revealed.
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Unto this is to be added that in Rev. 17. (both places joyned, making up this whole matter) For in Rev. 17. we read of a woman sitting on a beast with 7 heads (that woman being that great City Rome, and those 7 heads interpreted both 7 hills, on which that city is seated, And also 7 Governments called 7 Kings; Kingly or supreme.
Unto this is to be added that in Rev. 17. (both places joined, making up this Whole matter) For in Rev. 17. we read of a woman sitting on a beast with 7 Heads (that woman being that great city Room, and those 7 Heads interpreted both 7 hills, on which that City is seated, And also 7 Governments called 7 Kings; Kingly or supreme.
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3. Of those seven Governments of Rome, it is said that five are fallen: so in St. Johns time were those first five fallen, that is, 1. Kings, 2. Consuls, 3. Dictators, 4. Decemvirs, 5. Tribuni militum (those vested with Consular and Supreme power) which five are so by Livy distinctly mentioned;
3. Of those seven Governments of Room, it is said that five Are fallen: so in Saint Johns time were those First five fallen, that is, 1. Kings, 2. Consuls, 3. Dictators, 4. Decemvirs, 5. Tribuni militum (those vested with Consular and Supreme power) which five Are so by Livy distinctly mentioned;
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What (saith he) the Romans did, first under their Kings, after under their Consuls, Dictators, Decemvirs, and Consular Tribunes, whether as to wars abroad,
What (Says he) the Romans did, First under their Kings, After under their Consuls, Dictators, Decemvirs, and Consular Tribunes, whither as to wars abroad,
or suppressing troubles at home, I have (said he) set forth in five books. (Tit. Liv. lib. 6.) All which their first five chief Governments were fallen away, and not then in St. John's time of writing, in Being.
or suppressing Troubles At home, I have (said he) Set forth in five books. (Tit. Liv. lib. 6.) All which their First five chief Governments were fallen away, and not then in Saint John's time of writing, in Being.
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In that is Romes sixth form of Government, next following those five before fallen, this sixth being that of Caesars, or Emperours, which is, or then was, when this was written, the Roman Emperours then,
In that is Romes sixth from of Government, next following those five before fallen, this sixth being that of Caesars, or emperors, which is, or then was, when this was written, the Roman emperors then,
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As to Romes former six Governments, they were all civil and military. This seventh is principally Hierarchical or Pontifical. Such a kind of Government was that Priestly and Macchabaean, among the Jews after the captivity, which continued until near the time of Christ's coming;
As to Romes former six Governments, they were all civil and military. This seventh is principally Hierarchical or Pontifical. Such a kind of Government was that Priestly and Macchabaean, among the jews After the captivity, which continued until near the time of Christ's coming;
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And that Antichrist's dominion in Rome should be such, is implyed in his sitting (that is in-chief) in the Temple of God, the Temple of God denoting as the place, so the person also as to his condition and quality, that he should be Clerical. He shall attain Ecclesiastical dignities, and in the Temple of God shall he sit, holding there the seat or chair of Eminency, saith Radulphus Flaviacensis de Antichristo (Levit. c. 1.) apud Magdeburg. ( Cent. 10. c. 4.) Also Pope Gregory the great styles Antichrist, Sacerdotem Ʋniversalem, the Ʋniversal Priest,
And that Antichrist's dominion in Room should be such, is employed in his sitting (that is in-chief) in the Temple of God, the Temple of God denoting as the place, so the person also as to his condition and quality, that he should be Clerical. He shall attain Ecclesiastical dignities, and in the Temple of God shall he fit, holding there the seat or chair of Eminency, Says Ralph Flaviacensis de Antichrist (Levit. c. 1.) apud Magdeburg. (Cent. 10. c. 4.) Also Pope Gregory the great styles Antichrist, Sacerdotem Ʋniversalem, the Ʋniversal Priest,
It is said also, that it is not: ( Rev. 17.8.) i. e. then under the sixth Government, that of Caesars (which was that in Being when that was declared to St. John ) then was it said that this is not, or then it was not ;
It is said also, that it is not: (Rev. 17.8.) i. e. then under the sixth Government, that of Caesars (which was that in Being when that was declared to Saint John) then was it said that this is not, or then it was not;
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so as it became one of the Imperial Titles, to be Pontifex Maximus, thus continuing untill it was by Gratian a Christian Emperor altogether abolished ;
so as it became one of the Imperial Titles, to be Pontifex Maximus, thus Continuing until it was by Gratian a Christian Emperor altogether abolished;
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so as that office of Pontifex Maximus which was under the 6. Government was changed from what it was at first by Numa Pompilius, Swallowed up in the person of the Emperour,
so as that office of Pontifex Maximus which was under the 6. Government was changed from what it was At First by Numa Pompilius, Swallowed up in the person of the Emperor,
but now in the Romish Pontificate, this that was, and after was not, now is, being restored and created supream, where we find even the very Title of Pontifex Maximus retain'd, and the priviledges also, which the Pontifices,
but now in the Romish Pontificate, this that was, and After was not, now is, being restored and created supreme, where we find even the very Title of Pontifex Maximus retained, and the privileges also, which the Pontifices,
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4. It followeth to see, how this becomes an eighth head in that Government, yet but of the seventh ( Rev. 17.11.) That is so by the Pope's advancing his spiritual dominion and title above all Powers, the Emperour not excepted, and being in his spiritual capacity the seventh, he becomes now in that exalted Power an eighth, the Priesthood the seventh, being in his exalted Power raised to an eighth head, yet of the seventh, being in his exalted Power raised to an eighth head, yet of the seventh notwithstanding;
4. It follows to see, how this becomes an eighth head in that Government, yet but of the seventh (Rev. 17.11.) That is so by the Pope's advancing his spiritual dominion and title above all Powers, the Emperor not excepted, and being in his spiritual capacity the seventh, he becomes now in that exalted Power an eighth, the Priesthood the seventh, being in his exalted Power raised to an eighth head, yet of the seventh, being in his exalted Power raised to an eighth head, yet of the seventh notwithstanding;
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But to the introducing this seventh head in the Government of Rome, was the last foregoing ( the sixth that of Caesars) to give place, and to be first taken out of the way, This is next to be considered, see it so in the text (v. 5, 6, 7, 8.) which now come in.
But to the introducing this seventh head in the Government of Rome, was the last foregoing (the sixth that of Caesars) to give place, and to be First taken out of the Way, This is next to be considered, see it so in the text (v. 5, 6, 7, 8.) which now come in.
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This required wary expressions, not thereby to raise persecutions to the Christians from the Emperor; that being a crime Laesae Majestatis. This the Jews objected to Christ.
This required wary expressions, not thereby to raise persecutions to the Christians from the Emperor; that being a crime Laesae Majestatis. This the jews objected to christ.
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John the 18. 12, 15. and to his Apostles. ( Acts. 17.7.25.8.) Therefore we find the Apostle here very circumspect in declaring himself in it, not speaking all,
John the 18. 12, 15. and to his Apostles. (Acts. 17.7.25.8.) Therefore we find the Apostle Here very circumspect in declaring himself in it, not speaking all,
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but referring to what he had before told them in the ear, Remember ye not what I told you of these things when I was yet with you? (2. Thess: 2.5.) and being now to write of the same thing,
but referring to what he had before told them in the ear, remember you not what I told you of these things when I was yet with you? (2. Thess: 2.5.) and being now to write of the same thing,
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how darkly is that done? not nameing Emperour or any thing that way, only when he that now letteth shall be taken out of the way, which indeed was the Emperour, by whom that former office of Pontifex Maximus was taken out of the way,
how darkly is that done? not naming Emperor or any thing that Way, only when he that now lets shall be taken out of the Way, which indeed was the Emperor, by whom that former office of Pontifex Maximus was taken out of the Way,
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1. In Constantine the Great, (the first Christian Emperour) his changing the seat of the Empire, which was Rome Anciently, and removing to Constantinople;
1. In Constantine the Great, (the First Christian Emperor) his changing the seat of the Empire, which was Rome Anciently, and removing to Constantinople;
and spred into Eastern and Western Empires, and that also the seat of the Western Empire was other where than at Rome, thereby was that place left to the Bishops of Rome in a yet farther degree than before.
and spread into Eastern and Western Empires, and that also the seat of the Western Empire was other where than At Room, thereby was that place left to the Bishops of Room in a yet farther degree than before.
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3. But yet more, when ann. 475. the Western Empire had quite expired, and indeed in Augustulus (as it began in Augustus ) the Empire having bin invaded by the Goths and other Barbarous Nations, by whom also Rome it self was taken,
3. But yet more, when ann. 475. the Western Empire had quite expired, and indeed in Augustulus (as it began in Augustus) the Empire having been invaded by the Gothis and other Barbarous nations, by whom also Rome it self was taken,
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This was the 2. head proposed, the first removeing him that did let, for makeing way for him that was to succeed. III. It follows to shew the others succeeding accordingly, and that gradually comeing on according to the steps of the former's receding.
This was the 2. head proposed, the First removing him that did let, for making Way for him that was to succeed. III. It follows to show the Others succeeding accordingly, and that gradually coming on according to the steps of the former's receding.
1. For on Constantines leaving Rome, and makeing Constantinople the seat of his Empire thereby (Sede vacante) the. Bishop of Rome entered on the possession of the City of Rome ; (the Romanists add):
1. For on Constantines leaving Room, and making Constantinople the seat of his Empire thereby (Seed vacant) thee. Bishop of Rome entered on the possession of the city of Room; (the Romanists add):
2. So continued it untill the Empire determined in Augustulus, an. 475. after which An. 607. Boniface. 3. obtained from Phocas Emperor of the East, that not the Patriarch of Constantinople (who contended for being Chief) but the Bishop of Rome should be universal Bishop. This Gregory.
2. So continued it until the Empire determined in Augustulus, an. 475. After which Nias 607. Boniface. 3. obtained from Phocas Emperor of the East, that not the Patriarch of Constantinople (who contended for being Chief) but the Bishop of Rome should be universal Bishop. This Gregory.
1. Bishop of Rome had before condemned in John Patriarch of Constantinople, and by his but attempting it, concluded him, or any so doing, to be Antichrist or his forerunner, and that Antichrist himself was not farr off.
1. Bishop of Room had before condemned in John Patriarch of Constantinople, and by his but attempting it, concluded him, or any so doing, to be Antichrist or his forerunner, and that Antichrist himself was not Far off.
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And hitherto reached Romes Episcopal and Patriarchal Government, of which it was said that it should continue a short space, Rev. 7.10. which was about 300 years, that being but short compared with what followed from Boniface 3. when the Title began to swell to its greatness, they being thenceforth Vniversal Bishops, and Popes above all.
And hitherto reached Romes Episcopal and Patriarchal Government, of which it was said that it should continue a short Molle, Rev. 7.10. which was about 300 Years, that being but short compared with what followed from Boniface 3. when the Title began to swell to its greatness, they being thenceforth Universal Bishops, and Popes above all.
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3. But after Boniface 3. Pope Leo. 3. an, 800. made a farther Essay of his power, in deposing the Lawful King of France, and advancing Pipin his Subject to be King, and after created Charlemaine Emperor ;
3. But After Boniface 3. Pope Leo. 3. nias, 800. made a farther Essay of his power, in deposing the Lawful King of France, and advancing Pippin his Subject to be King, and After created Charlemagne Emperor;
4. But all this while, the Popes power, was in some things restrained by those Emperours of their own making, who reserved to themselves the choosing and placeing of Bishops, and the approbation even of the very Popes also. In this, Gregory 7th. contended with Henry the 4th.
4. But all this while, the Popes power, was in Some things restrained by those emperors of their own making, who reserved to themselves the choosing and placing of Bishops, and the approbation even of the very Popes also. In this, Gregory 7th. contended with Henry the 4th.
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Of the troubles, bloud, and destruction to Germany in that, I speak not, onely that to this Gregory 7. is by Popish writers that glory given, that he was Imperii Pontificii fundator ;
Of the Troubles, blood, and destruction to Germany in that, I speak not, only that to this Gregory 7. is by Popish writers that glory given, that he was Imperii Pontiffs fundator;
5. And although, In all this the Pope had gained the point of temporal sovereignty, and the gaining also out of temporal hands into the Popes power, the Investitures of Bishops, by which he was in that kind absolute,
5. And although, In all this the Pope had gained the point of temporal sovereignty, and the gaining also out of temporal hands into the Popes power, the Investitures of Bishops, by which he was in that kind absolute,
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The removing this therefore, was to be next attempted, and was at length also by Pope Leo 1Oth. compassed, so far as the Popes Council at Lateran could do towards it; of which Bellarmine thus Triumphantly;
The removing this Therefore, was to be next attempted, and was At length also by Pope Leo 1Oth. compassed, so Far as the Popes Council At Lateran could do towards it; of which Bellarmine thus Triumphantly;
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6. But one thing yet remained (shewing, as the Popes power, so his being in that, very Antichrist ) which is the confirming those Romish erroneus positions which had been long creeeping into the Church,
6. But one thing yet remained (showing, as the Popes power, so his being in that, very Antichrist) which is the confirming those Romish Erroneous positions which had been long creeeping into the Church,
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1. The Removal of Romes 6th. Head or Government, that of Emperors. 2. See also the introduceing and growing up of the 7th. from its infancy to its full growth ;
1. The Removal of Romes 6th. Head or Government, that of Emperor's. 2. See also the introducing and growing up of the 7th. from its infancy to its full growth;
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so doth that Church now boast of her self, of which the Apostle St. Paul in his Epistle to that Church had forwarned them, ( Rom. 11.18, 19, 20.) Boast not against the Branches,
so does that Church now boast of her self, of which the Apostle Saint Paul in his Epistle to that Church had forwarned them, (Rom. 11.18, 19, 20.) Boast not against the Branches,
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Res. 1. Of that Empire which was in the Apostles dayes, is that by the Apostle intended, that it should be first taken out of the way, the standing of that being an hinderance to the Succeeding Government.
Rest 1. Of that Empire which was in the Apostles days, is that by the Apostle intended, that it should be First taken out of the Way, the standing of that being an hindrance to the Succeeding Government.
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So Bellarmine writing of the Translation of the Roman Empire in 3 bookes, he makes the summe of his first book, The Roman Empire being by authority of the Pope, translated from the Graecians to the French.
So Bellarmine writing of the translation of the Roman Empire in 3 books, he makes the sum of his First book, The Roman Empire being by Authority of the Pope, translated from the Greeks to the French.
And the summe of his 2d. book, The Roman Empire passing from the family of Charles the Great, and the French, unto the family of Otho, and the Saxons, by Authority of the Bishop of Rome.
And the sum of his 2d. book, The Roman Empire passing from the family of Charles the Great, and the French, unto the family of Otho, and the Saxons, by authority of the Bishop of Rome.
And therein we find that fulfilled which was prophesied of this Second Beast (the Papacy) Its setting up an Image of the former beast which had a wound by a Sword, that it should live, speak and be worshipped (Rev. 13. 12, 14, 15.) For that first beast (the Emperour) having in Augustulus, the last Emperour of that race, received that i's deadly wound ; It, was by the 2d. beast that succeeded (the Pope ) again restored, and an Image of the former, made by him an Empire, set up;
And therein we find that fulfilled which was prophesied of this Second Beast (the Papacy) Its setting up an Image of the former beast which had a wound by a Sword, that it should live, speak and be worshipped (Rev. 13. 12, 14, 15.) For that First beast (the Emperor) having in Augustulus, the last Emperor of that raze, received that i's deadly wound; It, was by the 2d. beast that succeeded (the Pope) again restored, and an Image of the former, made by him an Empire, Set up;
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The now Roman Emperor is but an Image of the Ancient Empire, (saith Salmeron) and the Majestie of the People of Rome, by which the World was of Old Governed, is now taken away from the Earth,
The now Roman Emperor is but an Image of the Ancient Empire, (Says Salmeron) and the Majesty of the People of Room, by which the World was of Old Governed, is now taken away from the Earth,
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Head, or Government of Rome, the Papacy, And that it falls not short of the Greatness of the former Emperours of Rome, according to the Estimate made of both by the Romanists.
Head, or Government of Rome, the Papacy, And that it falls not short of the Greatness of the former emperors of Room, according to the Estimate made of both by the Romanists.
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For whereas Justus Lipsius his book of the greatness of the Roman Empire, meaning that of old, is styled Admiranda: Thomas Stapleton, (professor at Lovaine) intitles his book of the Papal greatness, Vere Admiranda ;
For whereas Justus Lipsius his book of the greatness of the Roman Empire, meaning that of old, is styled Admiranda: Thomas Stapleton, (professor At Louvain) entitles his book of the Papal greatness, Vere Admiranda;
but that the Pope a person unarmed should give Laws to the World, and even to Kings, advancing and deposing them at pleasure, this is indeed marvailous.
but that the Pope a person unarmed should give Laws to the World, and even to Kings, advancing and deposing them At pleasure, this is indeed marvelous.
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Leo 1. called the Great, Bishop of Rome, speaks thus of the greatness of Rome then, compared with what was before under the Caesars, and its former Governments.
Leo 1. called the Great, Bishop of Rome, speaks thus of the greatness of Room then, compared with what was before under the Caesars, and its former Governments.
Serm. 1. in natali Apostolorum Petri & Pauli:) And Prosper (1 de ingratis) Sedes Roma Petri, quae pastoralis honoris, Facta caput mundo, quicquid non possidet armis, Religione tenet — In all:
Sermon 1. in Natal Apostolorum Petri & Pauli:) And Prosper (1 de ingratis) Sedes Roma Petri, Quae Pastoralis Honoris, Facta caput mundo, quicquid non possidet armis, Religion tenet — In all:
1. We see the Papacy, Romes Pontifical head raised above it self, and from a 7th. raised even to an 8th. head. 2. See the 7th. head immediately succeeding the next preceeding (the Emperor) to be the Pope. 3. That this 7th.
1. We see the Papacy, Romes Pontifical head raised above it self, and from a 7th. raised even to an 8th. head. 2. See the 7th. head immediately succeeding the next preceding (the Emperor) to be the Pope. 3. That this 7th.
So that he as God sitteth in the Temple of God, shewing himself that he is God, whose coming is after the working of Satan, with all power and signes, and lying wonders.
So that he as God Sitteth in the Temple of God, showing himself that he is God, whose coming is After the working of Satan, with all power and Signs, and lying wonders.
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for they dy like men, and that I have said ye are Gods, shewes their Title to that their high name of Gods, that it is, from God, who saith it so of them, that is, from his word;
for they die like men, and that I have said you Are God's, shows their Title to that their high name of God's, that it is, from God, who Says it so of them, that is, from his word;
he calleth them Gods to whom the word of God came ( John 10. 34, 35, 36.) that is, by God commissioned and ordained ( Romans 13.12.) standing in his place,
he calls them God's to whom the word of God Come (John 10. 34, 35, 36.) that is, by God commissioned and ordained (Romans 13.12.) standing in his place,
and so, to be subjected to, according to their degrees in Government, whether to the King as supream, or unto Governours under him (1 Pet. 2.13, 14) and from this subjection are none exempted;
and so, to be subjected to, according to their Degrees in Government, whither to the King as supreme, or unto Governors under him (1 Pet. 2.13, 14) and from this subjection Are none exempted;
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This God Commands; yet see in this, The Pope exalting himself above all called Gods, even Emperors as vassals to him, causing them to hold his Stirrup, and Kiss his feet;
This God Commands; yet see in this, The Pope exalting himself above all called God's, even Emperor's as vassals to him, causing them to hold his Stirrup, and Kiss his feet;
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3. with his toe; Popes also setting their feet on the necks of Emperors, as did Pope Adrian 4. and Alexander. 3. Also disposiing crowns, and deposing, and advancing at pleasure;
3. with his toe; Popes also setting their feet on the necks of Emperor's, as did Pope Adrian 4. and Alexander. 3. Also disposiing crowns, and deposing, and advancing At pleasure;
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to his time Hildebrand who is Gregory 7th, first founded the Papal Empire, which his successors for 450 years carryed on, notwithstanding the oppositions of the world,
to his time Hildebrand who is Gregory 7th, First founded the Papal Empire, which his Successors for 450 Years carried on, notwithstanding the oppositions of the world,
In the Pope therefore, and in him alone, and in none other is this sign of Antichrist found, that he exalteth himself above all called Gods. III. It followeth, His sitting in the Temple of God, shewing himself that he is God:
In the Pope Therefore, and in him alone, and in none other is this Signen of Antichrist found, that he Exalteth himself above all called God's III. It follows, His sitting in the Temple of God, showing himself that he is God:
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and the Gloss of the Canon Law revised by Cardinals and learned men deputed for it by Pope Gregory 13. in both, the word God before omitted, to have been restored and put in again,
and the Gloss of the Canon Law revised by Cardinals and learned men deputed for it by Pope Gregory 13. in both, the word God before omitted, to have been restored and put in again,
and whom they think fit to be kept from thence, Nolumus — We declare it our pleasure, that the Punishment of Hell be not inflicted on such as are signed by the cross (those imployed by the Pope on his business.)
and whom they think fit to be kept from thence, Nolumus — We declare it our pleasure, that the Punishment of Hell be not inflicted on such as Are signed by the cross (those employed by the Pope on his business.)
And as Omnipotence and Infiniteness, Gods attributes, are attributed to the Pope ; so is Adoration also, which God challengeth as proper to him self onely.
And as Omnipotence and Infiniteness, God's attributes, Are attributed to the Pope; so is Adoration also, which God Challengeth as proper to him self only.
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God speaking of his Worship ( Is. 42.8.) He only is to be served, or worshipped (Math. 4.10.) but to the Pope are Religious adorations given in a most solemn manner,
God speaking of his Worship (Is. 42.8.) He only is to be served, or worshipped (Math. 4.10.) but to the Pope Are Religious adorations given in a most solemn manner,
IV Further, a mark and sign of that wicked one is, that his coming and Acting, is after the working of Satan, with all power and signs, and lying wonders;
IV Further, a mark and Signen of that wicked one is, that his coming and Acting, is After the working of Satan, with all power and Signs, and lying wonders;
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and with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that Perish, because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved; for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they should believe a Lye. 2. Thess. 2.9, 10, 11.
and with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that Perish, Because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved; for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they should believe a Lie. 2. Thess 2.9, 10, 11.
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nor speak I of those ridiculous fables, with which their Legends of Saints are stuffed, such as may be wondred how learned and prudent men should give credit to them (if they do.) And if they do;
nor speak I of those ridiculous fables, with which their Legends of Saints Are stuffed, such as may be wondered how learned and prudent men should give credit to them (if they do.) And if they do;
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it must be surely from Gods giving them over, Judicially to believe a lye; they not receiving the love of the truth (so is the Text:) The seat of the beast on which the Angel poured out his vial,
it must be surely from God's giving them over, Judicially to believe a lie; they not receiving the love of the truth (so is the Text:) The seat of the beast on which the Angel poured out his vial,
To which we say. 1, That for the first introducing of truth, miracles might be necessary, but that truth being once received, such miracles were after unnecessary;
To which we say. 1, That for the First introducing of truth, Miracles might be necessary, but that truth being once received, such Miracles were After unnecessary;
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or any renewed miracles? For, miracles and wonders, as tongues, &c. are for unbelievers, not for them that believe, (1. Cor. 14.22. and it shews a novelty in those Popish Doctrines, that need fresh confirmations, and shewes them unbelievers that seek such.
or any renewed Miracles? For, Miracles and wonders, as tongues, etc. Are for unbelievers, not for them that believe, (1. Cor. 14.22. and it shows a novelty in those Popish Doctrines, that need fresh confirmations, and shows them unbelievers that seek such.
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V. But to proceed, Another mark of this man of Sin, by which he is known, is, that he opposeth himself; that is, to Christ; therefore called Antichrist.
V. But to proceed, another mark of this man of since, by which he is known, is, that he Opposeth himself; that is, to christ; Therefore called Antichrist.
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so Archelaus reigned NONLATINALPHABET in the room of his father Herod ( Mat. 2.22.) So pretends the Pope to be for Christ, in his place and stead, his Vicar on earth.
so Archelaus reigned in the room of his father Herod (Mathew 2.22.) So pretends the Pope to be for christ, in his place and stead, his Vicar on earth.
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This is agreable to what we read of Antichrist, what kind of adversary he is: not such as is the Turk, an open and declared enemie to Christ and Christians ;
This is agreeable to what we read of Antichrist, what kind of adversary he is: not such as is the Turk, an open and declared enemy to christ and Christians;
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so saith Anselm: they seem or pretend themselves servants of Christ, and of his Family, when in truth they are the Ministers of Antichrist ( in 2 Thess. 2.2. they therefore who contend earnestly for the Turks being Antichrist, must be greatly mistaken.
so Says Anselm: they seem or pretend themselves Servants of christ, and of his Family, when in truth they Are the Ministers of Antichrist (in 2 Thess 2.2. they Therefore who contend earnestly for the Turks being Antichrist, must be greatly mistaken.
2. And yet while this Antichrist pretends himself Thus for Christ, and for being his Vicar, see him even then opposing, he that opposeth, is his description 2 Thess. 2.4. under the name of Christ acting for Antichrist, as was said of Gregory, 7. who was pointed at as Antichrist.
2. And yet while this Antichrist pretends himself Thus for christ, and for being his Vicar, see him even then opposing, he that Opposeth, is his description 2 Thess 2.4. under the name of christ acting for Antichrist, as was said of Gregory, 7. who was pointed At as Antichrist.
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1. His word. We are by Christ our Lord commanded to search the Scriptures, for in them we have eternal Life ( John 5.39.) unto which ye do well that ye take heed,
1. His word. We Are by christ our Lord commanded to search the Scriptures, for in them we have Eternal Life (John 5.39.) unto which you do well that you take heed,
saith S. Peter. (2. Pet. 1.19) and we find Timothy commended by St. Paul, that from a child he had known the holy Scriptures, which are able to make wise to salvation, they being profitable for doctrine,
Says S. Peter. (2. Pet. 1.19) and we find Timothy commended by Saint Paul, that from a child he had known the holy Scriptures, which Are able to make wise to salvation, they being profitable for Doctrine,
for reproof, for correction, for instruction, in righteousness, that the Man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works (2. Tim. 3.15, 16, 17.)
for reproof, for correction, for instruction, in righteousness, that the Man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works (2. Tim. 3.15, 16, 17.)
see him in this Antichrist opposing Christ his Word and Commands, contradicting and countermanding, And whom in this we should obey, God or man, Judge ye. Acts 4.19.
see him in this Antichrist opposing christ his Word and Commands, contradicting and countermanding, And whom in this we should obey, God or man, Judge you. Acts 4.19.
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and as to the Cup particularly (foreseeing what would be after by opposers to the contrary) our Lord added in that ministration, Drink ye all of this (Math. 26.27.) it being said, that accordingly, they did all drink of it, (Mark 14.23.) which, all to drink; and all drinking, is in the wine expressed ;
and as to the Cup particularly (Foreseeing what would be After by opposers to the contrary) our Lord added in that ministration, Drink you all of this (Math. 26.27.) it being said, that accordingly, they did all drink of it, (Mark 14.23.) which, all to drink; and all drinking, is in the wine expressed;
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and implyed onely in the bread. Which Institution and command of Christ our Lord in that, being his will and testament left to his Church, is to be as his last will, observed to the last,
and employed only in the bred. Which Institution and command of christ our Lord in that, being his will and Testament left to his Church, is to be as his last will, observed to the last,
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and ought not to be changed in the least, no, although it had been but mans Testament onely (Gal. 3.5.) yet see Christ in that by Antichrist opposed, Take the Bread, and also the Cup (saith Christ) not so saith the Pope, the Cup may be spared ;
and ought not to be changed in the least, no, although it had been but men Testament only (Gal. 3.5.) yet see christ in that by Antichrist opposed, Take the Bred, and also the Cup (Says christ) not so Says the Pope, the Cup may be spared;
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which countermand to Christs command in that, is with a non obstante; licet —. Although that Christ and the primitive Church did administer the Sacrament in both Kinds;
which countermand to Christ command in that, is with a non Obstacle; licet —. Although that christ and the primitive Church did administer the Sacrament in both Kinds;
and the custom and Judgment of his Church doth declare and teach that the Laiety and Clergie not celebrating, are not obliged to take the Sacrament of the Eucharist under both Kinds, notwithstanding that Christ did institute this Sacrament under both Kinds,
and the custom and Judgement of his Church does declare and teach that the Laity and Clergy not celebrating, Are not obliged to take the Sacrament of the Eucharist under both Kinds, notwithstanding that christ did institute this Sacrament under both Kinds,
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And is not the Pope in this an Antichrist? to Christ an opposer? he that opposeth? Text v. 4. VI. Rightly therefore is this that man of Sin, that wicked here intended, which is his next mark here:
And is not the Pope in this an Antichrist? to christ an opposer? he that Opposeth? Text v. 4. VI. Rightly Therefore is this that man of since, that wicked Here intended, which is his next mark Here:
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what else is that his shewing himself as God, exalting himself above all called God, &c. before mentioned? what other is his Antichristian Commanding and opposing contrary to Christs will and Commands?
what Else is that his showing himself as God, exalting himself above all called God, etc. before mentioned? what other is his Antichristian Commanding and opposing contrary to Christ will and Commands?
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particularly of the Waldenses, Albigenses, and others, long before Luthers opposing Popish Errours, and with their lives witnessing for the truth against Popery.
particularly of the Waldenses, Albigenses, and Others, long before Luthers opposing Popish Errors, and with their lives witnessing for the truth against Popery.
There are extant accounts of above one hundred thousand of them (that number is by some doubled) suffering by the Tyranny and cruelty of Pope Innocent. 3. Vergerius also, well acquainted with the method and actings of the Inquisition, speaks of one hundred and fifty thousand in less than 30 years so suffering.
There Are extant accounts of above one hundred thousand of them (that number is by Some doubled) suffering by the Tyranny and cruelty of Pope Innocent. 3. Vergerius also, well acquainted with the method and actings of the Inquisition, speaks of one hundred and fifty thousand in less than 30 Years so suffering.
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And from the first rising of the Jesuites, to the year 1580, about 30 years, are about fourscore and ten thousand Protestants said to have been destroyed.
And from the First rising of the Jesuits, to the year 1580, about 30 Years, Are about fourscore and ten thousand Protestants said to have been destroyed.
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In France alone, in the Massacre of Paris and elsewhere, an. 1532. The French Kings Letters to the Pope, glorieth of 70 thousand (he said) Hereticks slain in few days;
In France alone, in the Massacre of paris and elsewhere, an. 1532. The French Kings Letters to the Pope, Glorieth of 70 thousand (he said) Heretics slave in few days;
And if the Invasion, anno. 1588. or the horrid Gunpowder-Treason, Nov. 5. 1605. had taken effect, more of their cruelty would have appeared. Such is that Antichristian cruelty ;
And if the Invasion, Anno. 1588. or the horrid Gunpowder treason, Nov. 5. 1605. had taken Effect, more of their cruelty would have appeared. Such is that Antichristian cruelty;
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Which Bloud-thirsty cruelty against the Worshippers of Christ, sticks as a distinguishing mark of this Romish and Babylonian Antichrist, in being drunk with the bloud of the Saints, and Martyrs of Jesus.
Which Bloodthirsty cruelty against the Worshippers of christ, sticks as a distinguishing mark of this Romish and Babylonian Antichrist, in being drunk with the blood of the Saints, and Martyrs of jesus.
and declaring himself for it, was by Franciscus Soderinus, Cardinal of Preneste, called Cardinal of Volaterra, diverted from attempting any thing in that kind,
and declaring himself for it, was by Francis Soderinus, Cardinal of Preneste, called Cardinal of Volaterra, diverted from attempting any thing in that kind,
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His Oration to the Pope to that purpose is extant. On which, Pope Adrian discoursing after, privately, with William Excourt, whom he after created Cardinal;
His Oration to the Pope to that purpose is extant. On which, Pope Adrian discoursing After, privately, with William Excourt, whom he After created Cardinal;
and Theodorick Hesius, his familiar and trusty Friend, said, That the condition of Popes was miserable, seeing it was plain that they could not do good,
and Theodorick Hesius, his familiar and trusty Friend, said, That the condition of Popes was miserable, seeing it was plain that they could not do good,
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and they dissenting from what the Pope proposed for good, he striking the Table with his hand, said, I see not how those can be saved, who are in this high place in which I am.
and they dissenting from what the Pope proposed for good, he striking the Table with his hand, said, I see not how those can be saved, who Are in this high place in which I am.
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which was said to have been cunningly suggested to him, as by a voice from Heaven by the Artifice of Benedictus Cajetanus, who thereby made way for succeeding him as Pope, by the name of Bonifacius 8. Plat. in Vit. Celest. 5. & Bonifac. 8. 4. And lastly, As to Holiness, which is the Popes Title, let no man think of finding Holiness among them;
which was said to have been cunningly suggested to him, as by a voice from Heaven by the Artifice of Benedictus Cajetan, who thereby made Way for succeeding him as Pope, by the name of Boniface 8. Plat. in Vit. Celest. 5. & Boniface 8. 4. And lastly, As to Holiness, which is the Popes Title, let no man think of finding Holiness among them;
For if they prove but indifferent good, or not so evil as other mortals use to be, they are accounted most holy, saith Papirius Massonus (De Episc. Urbis l. 6. in Julio 3.)
For if they prove but indifferent good, or not so evil as other mortals use to be, they Are accounted most holy, Says Papirius Massonus (De Episc Urbis l. 6. in Julio 3.)
To which add what Sir Edwin Sands observes of a Proverb in Italy, (and proverbs founded on observation, have a strange tendency to truth) That of the Italians, the Romans are the worst Christians; of the Romans the worst are made Priests, of the Priests the worst chosen Cardinals,
To which add what Sir Edwin Sands observes of a Proverb in Italy, (and proverbs founded on observation, have a strange tendency to truth) That of the Italians, the Romans Are the worst Christians; of the Romans the worst Are made Priests, of the Priests the worst chosen Cardinals,
That what that great City Babylon of the Chaldeans was, as to oppression and cruelty, to Gods people of old ( Jer. 51.34, 35.) That should be to the Christian Church, another great City called also in a Mystery Babylon the mother of the Abominations of the Earth, drunk with the Bloud of the Saints and Martyrs of Jesus. (Rev. 17.5, 6.)
That what that great city Babylon of the Chaldeans was, as to oppression and cruelty, to God's people of old (Jer. 51.34, 35.) That should be to the Christian Church, Another great city called also in a Mystery Babylon the mother of the Abominations of the Earth, drunk with the Blood of the Saints and Martyrs of jesus. (Rev. 17.5, 6.)
II. That this great City Babylon, described a woman sitting on 7 mountains, and reigning over the Kings of the Earth (Rev. 17.9, 18.) is acknowledged to be Rome. They therefore who send us to Jerusalem, or Constantinople for the place, put us out of the way in that enquiry. III. That in Rome, should sit one, by whom (after the Faith there settled) the inhabitants of the earth should be seduced, and drawn into damnable Heresies: and that he the authour of those miseries and mischief• to the Church, should be a man of sin commonly called Antichrist. This the Romanists themselves acknowledge.
II That this great city Babylon, described a woman sitting on 7 Mountains, and reigning over the Kings of the Earth (Rev. 17.9, 18.) is acknowledged to be Room. They Therefore who send us to Jerusalem, or Constantinople for the place, put us out of the Way in that enquiry. III. That in Room, should fit one, by whom (After the Faith there settled) the inhabitants of the earth should be seduced, and drawn into damnable Heresies: and that he the author of those misery's and mischief• to the Church, should be a man of since commonly called Antichrist. This the Romanists themselves acknowledge.
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IV. That in so doing, this Antichrist should sit in the Temple of God, as being of the Church, and over the Church in chief, pretending for Christ, he the while acting against Christ. A seeming friend, but secret enemy;
IV. That in so doing, this Antichrist should fit in the Temple of God, as being of the Church, and over the Church in chief, pretending for christ, he the while acting against christ. A seeming friend, but secret enemy;
V. That this Antichrist, sitting in the Temple of God, should be in the capacity of a seventh head of the Government of Rome, next succeeding the sixth head or Government there, ( that of Caesars) This brings it home to the Papacy, That and none other being the 7 th. and that also long since on the Emperours removal setled.
V. That this Antichrist, sitting in the Temple of God, should be in the capacity of a seventh head of the Government of Rome, next succeeding the sixth head or Government there, (that of Caesars) This brings it home to the Papacy, That and none other being the 7 th. and that also long since on the emperors removal settled.
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and exalted above all that is called God, and worshipped. VII. Here is to be added what is (in Rev. 17.3, 4.) said of that woman, that great City, and Babylon :
and exalted above all that is called God, and worshipped. VII. Here is to be added what is (in Rev. 17.3, 4.) said of that woman, that great city, and Babylon:
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Concerning which is observed, that as the High Priest under the Law, had in the Front his Miter engraven, HOLINESS TO THE LORD ( Exod. 29.36, 37.) So the summus Pontifex, the Pope, had also in his Tiara, that name, Mystery. Which having been observed and objected by King James of blessed memory, in that his Excellent Work on the Revelation, Lessius, his Antagonist, denies it not,
Concerning which is observed, that as the High Priest under the Law, had in the Front his Miter engraven, HOLINESS TO THE LORD (Exod 29.36, 37.) So the Summus Pontifex, the Pope, had also in his Tiara, that name, Mystery. Which having been observed and objected by King James of blessed memory, in that his Excellent Work on the Revelation, Lessius, his Antagonist, Denies it not,
nor could it be denied, there being many Eye-witnesses to averre it Down. de Antichr. l. 1. c. 7. which his name of mystery, well agrees with that mystery of iniquity, by which his evil and secret workings are described, (2 Thess. 2.7.) one (not unlikely) referring to the other.
nor could it be denied, there being many Eyewitnesses to aver it Down. de Antichrist. l. 1. c. 7. which his name of mystery, well agrees with that mystery of iniquity, by which his evil and secret workings Are described, (2 Thess 2.7.) one (not unlikely) referring to the other.
II. By which last, His being said to be a Son of perdition, I am brought from Antichrists Rise, to the last consideration here concerning him, Antichrists down fall, which follows on the other necessarily;
II By which last, His being said to be a Son of perdition, I am brought from Antichrists Rise, to the last consideration Here Concerning him, Antichrists down fallen, which follows on the other necessarily;
I shall give it as by Bellarmine expressed, he by that waining in the Papacy, arguing, against the Popes being Antichrist, Antichrists greatness and prevailings in the World, being much spoken of,
I shall give it as by Bellarmine expressed, he by that waining in the Papacy, arguing, against the Popes being Antichrist, Antichrists greatness and prevailings in the World, being much spoken of,
Since that time when ye (Protestants) say the Pope began to be Antichrist, the Papal Empire was so far from increasing, that thenceforth it every day more and more declined,
Since that time when you (Protestants) say the Pope began to be Antichrist, the Papal Empire was so Far from increasing, that thenceforth it every day more and more declined,
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And (as you would have it) Antichrist reigning, the Roman See hath by little and little decayed, it having lost almost all Africa, a great part of Asia:
And (as you would have it) Antichrist reigning, the Roman See hath by little and little decayed, it having lost almost all Africa, a great part of Asia:
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so as that decay in the Papal Empire was then within the space of 60 years, accounting from the year 1517, the time of Luthers Preaching (of which he speaks) declaring the Pope to be Antichrist :
so as that decay in the Papal Empire was then within the Molle of 60 Years, accounting from the year 1517, the time of Luthers Preaching (of which he speaks) declaring the Pope to be Antichrist:
See this Rev. 17, where the ten horns of that scarlet coloured beast, on which that woman Rome sitteth, are expounded, ten Kings which had not then received their Kingdom,
See this Rev. 17, where the ten horns of that scarlet coloured beast, on which that woman Room Sitteth, Are expounded, ten Kings which had not then received their Kingdom,
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but were to receive power as Kings one hour with the Beast (v. 12.) These were states of the Western Empire, which on the decay of the Empire did setup for themselves, all with one mind giving their power and strength unto the beast,
but were to receive power as Kings one hour with the Beast (v. 12.) These were states of the Western Empire, which on the decay of the Empire did setup for themselves, all with one mind giving their power and strength unto the beast,
3. An Angel forbidding the worshipping the beast or his image, and receiving his mark in his forehead, or in his hand, denouncing judgments on such ( Rev. 14.9, 10, 11.)
3. an Angel forbidding the worshipping the beast or his image, and receiving his mark in his forehead, or in his hand, denouncing Judgments on such (Rev. 14.9, 10, 11.)
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For these, is our charity grounded, to say well of them, as of those of Thyatira, who had not known the depths of Satan, as they speak ( Rev 2.24.) and those of Pergamus, dwelling even where Satan 's seat is ;
For these, is our charity grounded, to say well of them, as of those of Thyatira, who had not known the depths of Satan, as they speak (Rev 2.24.) and those of Pergamos, Dwelling even where Satan is seat is;
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even in those dayes wherein Antipas my faithful Martyr was slain among them where Satan dwelleth (v. 12.) To be among Hereticks, and not to believe Hereticks, or not being led by them, is St. Augustine 's distinction in that case; such ignorance may excuse.
even in those days wherein Antipas my faithful Martyr was slave among them where Satan dwells (v. 12.) To be among Heretics, and not to believe Heretics, or not being led by them, is Saint Augustine is distinction in that case; such ignorance may excuse.
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But as to ignorance affected, having Light, and means of knowledge, and when called on to come out of Babylon, its ruine being declared, and communion there declared perillous;
But as to ignorance affected, having Light, and means of knowledge, and when called on to come out of Babylon, its ruin being declared, and communion there declared perilous;
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and men love darkness rather than light ( John 3.19.) and where the leaders of the People cause to err, they that are led of them are destroyed ( Is. 9.16.) and the blind by them so led; both fall into the Ditch. ( Math. 15.14.)
and men love darkness rather than Light (John 3.19.) and where the leaders of the People cause to err, they that Are led of them Are destroyed (Is. 9.16.) and the blind by them so led; both fallen into the Ditch. (Math. 15.14.)
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and being seduced, and so continuing, the state of such is declared damnable; that they all may be damned, saith the Text who believe not the truth but have pleasure in unrighteousness (v. 12.) and to such belongs that evil by the Angel declared, if any man worship the beast and his image,
and being seduced, and so Continuing, the state of such is declared damnable; that they all may be damned, Says the Text who believe not the truth but have pleasure in unrighteousness (v. 12.) and to such belongs that evil by the Angel declared, if any man worship the beast and his image,
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and receive his Mark in his forehead, or in his hand, the same shall drink of the Wine of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture into the Cup of his indignation,
and receive his Mark in his forehead, or in his hand, the same shall drink of the Wine of the wrath of God, which is poured out without mixture into the Cup of his Indignation,
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And now to conclude with a word to our selves, that as we are to bless God for calling us out of that Sate of evil, so to be confirmed in the truth, and not to fall back, whatever the Temptation be, good,
And now to conclude with a word to our selves, that as we Are to bless God for calling us out of that Sat of evil, so to be confirmed in the truth, and not to fallen back, whatever the Temptation be, good,
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All which I shall shut up in the words of the Apostle, next after my Text (v. 13, 14, 15, 16, 17.) We are bound to give thanks alway to God for you, brethren, beloved of the Lord,
All which I shall shut up in the words of the Apostle, next After my Text (v. 13, 14, 15, 16, 17.) We Are bound to give thanks always to God for you, brothers, Beloved of the Lord,
Also Pius V. Cùm essem Religiosus sperabam benè de salute animae meae; Cardinalis factus extimui; nunc Pontifex creatus penè despero. Concil. e Legist. com. in Num. 11.11
Also Pius V. Cùm essem Religious sperabam benè de salute Spirits meae; Cardinalis factus extimui; nunc Pontifex creatus penè despero. Council. e Legist. come. in Num. 11.11
