The spiritual house in its foundation, materials, officers, and discipline describ'd the nomothetical & coercive power of the King in ecclesiastical affairs asserted the episcopal office and dignity, together with the liturgy of the Church of England vindicated in some sermons preached at St. Clement Danes and St. Gregories neer St. Pauls, London / by Geo. Masterson.
that is, his profitablenesse or serviceablenesse to them, without this, all the beauty that is in the divine nature would never affect the heart of one of the lapsed Sons of Adam, for,
that is, his profitableness or serviceableness to them, without this, all the beauty that is in the divine nature would never affect the heart of one of the lapsed Sons of Adam, for,
though there be infinite charmes in the face of God, to attract the soules of all rationall Creatures that have eyes to behold the amiablenesse that is in his face;
though there be infinite charms in the face of God, to attract the Souls of all rational Creatures that have eyes to behold the amiableness that is in his face;
yet the power and justice of God are more potent to deter the creature, conscious to it self of its own unworthinesse and guilt from coming to, or looking toward him.
yet the power and Justice of God Are more potent to deter the creature, conscious to it self of its own unworthiness and guilt from coming to, or looking towards him.
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The Son of God himself, though he be the brightnesse of his Fathers glory, and the expresse image of his Person (NONLATINALPHABET the character of his subsistence) would never lead one heart captive, were he not NONLATINALPHABET beneficient and gratious, as well as NONLATINALPHABET anointed; so the Spouse, Cantic. 1.3.
The Son of God himself, though he be the brightness of his Father's glory, and the express image of his Person (the character of his subsistence) would never led one heart captive, were he not beneficent and gracious, as well as anointed; so the Spouse, Cantic. 1.3.
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and our Apostle (in my Text) mentions not their coming unto God, but upon the hypothesis (or supposition) of their having tasted that the Lord is gracious, vers.
and our Apostle (in my Text) mentions not their coming unto God, but upon the hypothesis (or supposition) of their having tasted that the Lord is gracious, vers.
But if ye have tasted, it necessarily and immediatly follows, To whom coming as unto a living stone, &c. In which words, you have an allusion to, or comparison between the Christian Church, and the Temple under the Law, (of which that was a type or figure) and this allusion stands in four things;
But if you have tasted, it necessarily and immediately follows, To whom coming as unto a living stone, etc. In which words, you have an allusion to, or comparison between the Christian Church, and the Temple under the Law, (of which that was a type or figure) and this allusion Stands in four things;
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and illustrated by a peculiar Epithite [ a living stone ] and describ'd further by two things (for preventing that scandal (or offence) that might be taken at it;
and illustrated by a peculiar Epithet [ a living stone ] and described further by two things (for preventing that scandal (or offence) that might be taken At it;
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because disallowed by men. ) that men might not stumble at, or dash their foot against this, it is true (saith our Apostle) this stone was disallowed indeed of men; but first it was chosen of God;
Because disallowed by men.) that men might not Stumble At, or dash their foot against this, it is true (Says our Apostle) this stone was disallowed indeed of men; but First it was chosen of God;
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2 It is pretious too: 1 Coram Deo, precious in the sight of God. 2 Apud fideles, precious in the eyes of all beleevers, who prefer this stone to all pearls and diamonds before the treasures of silver and gold.
2 It is precious too: 1 Coram God, precious in the sighed of God. 2 Apud fideles, precious in the eyes of all believers, who prefer this stone to all Pearls and diamonds before the treasures of silver and gold.
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Secondly, You have here in allusion to the Temple, the superstructure upon this foundation [ ye also as lively stones are built up a spiritual house. ]
Secondly, You have Here in allusion to the Temple, the superstructure upon this Foundation [ you also as lively stones Are built up a spiritual house. ]
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4. The sacrifices. 1 distinguished from those of the Law NONLATINALPHABET spiritual, the sacrifices under the Law were carnal; but these are spiritual sacrifiees. 2 The means how they become acceptable to God; namely by Jesus Christ.
4. The Sacrifices. 1 distinguished from those of the Law spiritual, the Sacrifices under the Law were carnal; but these Are spiritual Sacrifices. 2 The means how they become acceptable to God; namely by jesus christ.
[ A stone ] and heer 5. th: 1. that Christ is a stone. 2. How he is a stone. 3. How it fared with him (or what entertainment he found) he was disallowed. 4. By whom.
[ A stone ] and her 5. th: 1. that christ is a stone. 2. How he is a stone. 3. How it fared with him (or what entertainment he found) he was disallowed. 4. By whom.
And 5tly, their sin in disallowing him, in three respects. 1. Because a living stone. 2. Because chosen of God. And 3dly because precious. 1. Christ is a stone;
And 5tly, their since in disallowing him, in three respects. 1. Because a living stone. 2. Because chosen of God. And 3dly Because precious. 1. christ is a stone;
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Therefore thus saith the Lord God, behold I lay in Sion for a foundation, a stone, a tryed stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation, Isay. 28.16. Thou sawest til that a stone was cut out without hands, which smote the Image, Dan. 2.34.
Therefore thus Says the Lord God, behold I lay in Sion for a Foundation, a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure Foundation, Saiah 28.16. Thou Sawest till that a stone was Cut out without hands, which smote the Image, Dan. 2.34.
And did all drink of the same spiritual drink (for they drank of that spiritual rock that followed them) and that rock was Christ. 1 Cor. 10.4. He was a stone in his birth;
And did all drink of the same spiritual drink (for they drank of that spiritual rock that followed them) and that rock was christ. 1 Cor. 10.4. He was a stone in his birth;
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The Kingly Prophet (speaking in the Person of Christ) saith, I am a worm and no man, Psal. 22.6. He might have said lapis ac non vir, a stone and no man;
The Kingly Prophet (speaking in the Person of christ) Says, I am a worm and no man, Psalm 22.6. He might have said lapis ac non vir, a stone and no man;
Wherefore it is contained in the Scripture, behold I lay in Sion a chief corner stone, &c. And he that beleeveth on him shall not be confounded. 1 Pet. 2.6.
Wherefore it is contained in the Scripture, behold I lay in Sion a chief corner stone, etc. And he that Believeth on him shall not be confounded. 1 Pet. 2.6.
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As the gates of Hell cannot prevail against the Church, because it is founded upon a Rock, Math. 16.18. no more shall the gates of Hell prevail against the particuler soule, that is regularly built upon this stone, this solid and sure foundation;
As the gates of Hell cannot prevail against the Church, Because it is founded upon a Rock, Math. 16.18. no more shall the gates of Hell prevail against the particular soul, that is regularly built upon this stone, this solid and sure Foundation;
It is in the language that the Apostle wrote NONLATINALPHABET reprobatus (Beza) reprobaverunt (Trem.) it was not a bare simple dissallowing but a down right reprobating of him,
It is in the language that the Apostle wrote reprobatus (Beza) reprobaverunt (Tremor) it was not a bore simple disallowing but a down right reprobating of him,
when they stiled him a deceiver: That deceiver, with an emphasis, Sir we remember (say the Chief Priests and Pharises unto Pilat ) that, that deceiver said. &c. Mat. 27.63. NONLATINALPHABET as if he had been the greatest Impostor, the veriest cheat, that ever was in the World.
when they styled him a deceiver: That deceiver, with an emphasis, Sir we Remember (say the Chief Priests and Pharisees unto Pilat) that, that deceiver said. etc. Mathew 27.63. as if he had been the greatest Impostor, the veriest cheat, that ever was in the World.
A man gluttonous and a wine bibber, a friend of publicans and sinners, Mat. 11.19. A Samaritan and one that had a Devill, Joh. 8.48. Belzebub the God of flies or prince of Devils, Mat. 12.24. did they not reprobate him when they said we will not have this man to rule over us? Luke 19.14. if this may be construed but a dissallowing of him, that (I am sure) was an avowd reprobation, when they put the highest indignity upon him, in preferring Barrabbas before him, John 18. ult. 2. They reprobated him by their works, you have seen the generation among whom our Lord Christ lived, with whom he couvers'd in the daies of his flesh, laying him aside as a contemptible, refuse stone, to which they would not afford any room or place in the building:
A man gluttonous and a wine bibber, a friend of Publicans and Sinners, Mathew 11.19. A Samaritan and one that had a devil, John 8.48. Belzebub the God of flies or Prince of Devils, Mathew 12.24. did they not Reprobate him when they said we will not have this man to Rule over us? Luke 19.14. if this may be construed but a disallowing of him, that (I am sure) was an avowed reprobation, when they put the highest indignity upon him, in preferring Barabbas before him, John 18. ult. 2. They reprobated him by their works, you have seen the generation among whom our Lord christ lived, with whom he couversed in the days of his Flesh, laying him aside as a contemptible, refuse stone, to which they would not afford any room or place in the building:
you may behold them now actually reprobating him, in their scourging of him, crowning him with thorns, nayling him to the Crosse, and piercing his side.
you may behold them now actually reprobating him, in their scourging of him, crowning him with thorns, nailing him to the Cross, and piercing his side.
He was not onely a man of sorrows & acquainted with grief (as the Prophet Isay c. 53. vers. 3.) but (as the same Prophet vers. 5.) He was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities:
He was not only a man of sorrows & acquainted with grief (as the Prophet Saiah c. 53. vers. 3.) but (as the same Prophet vers. 5.) He was wounded for our transgressions, he was Bruised for our iniquities:
they powered upon him the utmost that spite and malice could invent when the very pangs of death were upon him, they inflicted upon him a shamefull, painfull, cursed death, they crucified him,
they powered upon him the utmost that spite and malice could invent when the very pangs of death were upon him, they inflicted upon him a shameful, painful, cursed death, they Crucified him,
it may be truly said of those with whom he convers'd reprobaverunt ad mortem mortem autem crucis they rejected him to death, the death of reprobates, the death that hath a curse annexed to it, the death of the Cross, they prosecuted him in their rage and fury, till they brought him lapis ad lapidem, into a grave of stone,
it may be truly said of those with whom he conversed reprobaverunt ad mortem mortem autem crucis they rejected him to death, the death of Reprobates, the death that hath a curse annexed to it, the death of the Cross, they prosecuted him in their rage and fury, till they brought him lapis ad lapidem, into a grave of stone,
It is true, a stone indeed is insensible, but Christ was a living stone a stone endud with life and sense, a person very tender and sensible of the wounds they gave him with their tongues, the reproaches, taunts,
It is true, a stone indeed is insensible, but christ was a living stone a stone endud with life and sense, a person very tender and sensible of the wounds they gave him with their tongues, the Reproaches, taunts,
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and scofs, they cast upon him, and of those likewise ef their hands, he was sensible of the furrows which they made upon his back, the whips, the thornes, the nayles and spear, he was sensible of them all, he endured all patiently as a stone,
and scoffs, they cast upon him, and of those likewise ef their hands, he was sensible of the furrows which they made upon his back, the whips, the thorns, the nails and spear, he was sensible of them all, he endured all patiently as a stone,
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witnesse two things. 1. His passionate prayer, Father if it be possible let this cup passe from me, the cup of his passion, it was the cup of red wine, the cup of his Fathers displeasure:
witness two things. 1. His passionate prayer, Father if it be possible let this cup pass from me, the cup of his passion, it was the cup of read wine, the cup of his Father's displeasure:
and this prayer he repeats no lesse then three times, Mat. 26.44. 2, The apprehension he had of his ensuing sufferings, which was so great that it cast him into that agony, in which he sweat drops of blood, Luk. 22.44. whereby he made good this compellation of a stone, which use to give or sweat against rain or storms.
and this prayer he repeats no less then three times, Mathew 26.44. 2, The apprehension he had of his ensuing sufferings, which was so great that it cast him into that agony, in which he sweat drops of blood, Luk. 22.44. whereby he made good this compellation of a stone, which use to give or sweat against rain or storms.
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so our Lord Christ, Did you never reade in the Scriptures, the stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner? Mat. 21.42. and so Saint Peter, This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders, Acts 4.11. and the builders generally, universally;
so our Lord christ, Did you never read in the Scriptures, the stone which the Builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner? Mathew 21.42. and so Saint Peter, This is the stone which was Set At nought of you Builders, Acts 4.11. and the Builders generally, universally;
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He among them who thought so well of himselfe as a chief master builder, that he despised the rest as persons who knew nothing, Caiaphas, was positively,
He among them who Thought so well of himself as a chief master builder, that he despised the rest as Persons who knew nothing, Caiaphas, was positively,
As the Father hath life in himselfe, so hath he given to the Son to bave life in himselfe, John 5.26. a living stone, who gives life to all others, all kinds of life, temporall, spirituall, eternall, the life of nature, grace and glory.
As the Father hath life in himself, so hath he given to the Son to have life in himself, John 5.26. a living stone, who gives life to all Others, all Kinds of life, temporal, spiritual, Eternal, the life of nature, grace and glory.
In him was life, John 1.4. not in the Scocinians sense, Quia Christus primus vitam aeternam & caelestem annunciavit, & revelavit, (Smalcius.) because he first preached eternall life.
In him was life, John 1.4. not in the Scocinians sense, Quia Christus primus vitam aeternam & caelestem annunciavit, & revelavit, (Smalcius.) Because he First preached Eternal life.
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so that the rejecting, disallowing, or refusing of this living stone, is (being interpreted) the refusing of life it selfe, the choosing of death rather then life. 2. Because he was chosen of God, the reprobating of that which God hath elected, is an high aggravation of sin:
so that the rejecting, disallowing, or refusing of this living stone, is (being interpreted) the refusing of life it self, the choosing of death rather then life. 2. Because he was chosen of God, the reprobating of that which God hath elected, is an high aggravation of since:
Had Christ been a stone accidentally or by chance assum'd by men, had he been propounded for the advancement or carrying on of some politick designe, he might have been disallowed without any eminent hazard:
Had christ been a stone accidentally or by chance assumed by men, had he been propounded for the advancement or carrying on of Some politic Design, he might have been disallowed without any eminent hazard:
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as the only proper foundation of mans happinesse, he cannot be reprobated by any, without adding many cubits to the stature of their transgression. 3. Because he is precious, that is truly and properly precious, cujus exiguum alterius magnum exaequat, a little of which compensats a great deal in other maters, Christ is the pearl of price which the wise Merchantman sels all that he hath to purchase, Christ is so precious that Saint Paul accounted his greatest priviledges, his choisest services yea and all things but losse and dung in comparison of him Phil. 3.5, 6, 7, 8. to reject therefore a thing or person so precious as Christ is, is an exceeding high aggravation of their sin, he was a living stone, chosen of God and precious and yet disallowed of men.
as the only proper Foundation of men happiness, he cannot be reprobated by any, without adding many cubits to the stature of their Transgression. 3. Because he is precious, that is truly and properly precious, cujus exiguum alterius magnum exaequat, a little of which compensats a great deal in other maters, christ is the pearl of price which the wise Merchantman sells all that he hath to purchase, christ is so precious that Saint Paul accounted his greatest privileges, his Choicest services yea and all things but loss and dung in comparison of him Philip 3.5, 6, 7, 8. to reject Therefore a thing or person so precious as christ is, is an exceeding high aggravation of their since, he was a living stone, chosen of God and precious and yet disallowed of men.
because [ she was dead ] Apoc. 3.1. 2 They who build upon the shoulders of their religious progenitors, the Grand-Mother Lois, and the Mother Evnice.
Because [ she was dead ] Apocalypse 3.1. 2 They who built upon the shoulders of their religious progenitors, the Grand-Mother Lois, and the Mother Eunice.
if you reflect upon the children of many holy men in Scripture, you may behold Adams Cain, Abrahams Ismael, Isaacks Esau, Davids Amnon & Absolom, Aarons Nadab & Abihu, Elies Hophni & Phineas: too many children are like Manasses;
if you reflect upon the children of many holy men in Scripture, you may behold Adams Cain, Abrahams Ishmael, Isaacs Esau, Davids Amnon & Absalom, Aaron's Nadab & Abihu, Ely's Hophni & Phinehas: too many children Are like Manasses;
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Hoc uno patris spectaculum Quod ejus imaginem reddidi ex contrario. (Eman. Thesaur. 3 They who expect the end without the means; who build upon their predestination.
Hoc Uno patris spectaculum Quod His imaginem reddidi ex contrario. (Eman Thesaur. 3 They who expect the end without the means; who built upon their predestination.
For we are his workmanship created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them, Ephes. 2.10. 4 They who rely upon poor, weak, languishing intentions, that never ripen into action;
For we Are his workmanship created in christ jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them, Ephesians 2.10. 4 They who rely upon poor, weak, languishing intentions, that never ripen into actium;
the Poet derides those whose intentions were alwayes blossoming, but never brought forth any ripe fruit, cras te victorum, &c. good intentions fortifyed, with pious resolutions doe fairly introduce one into the paths of virtue,
the Poet derides those whose intentions were always blossoming, but never brought forth any ripe fruit, cras te victorum, etc. good intentions fortified, with pious resolutions do fairly introduce one into the paths of virtue,
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and (say they) according to all that the Lord our God shall say, so declare unto us, and we will doe it, Jeremiah 42.20. and yet he tels them they dissembled in their hearts, when they sent him unto the Lord;
and (say they) according to all that the Lord our God shall say, so declare unto us, and we will do it, Jeremiah 42.20. and yet he tells them they dissembled in their hearts, when they sent him unto the Lord;
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nor any thing for which he hath sent me unto you, vers. 21. good intentions are like the Angel that went before Toby to Rages; but the non execuion of them, is like the dog that followed after him.
nor any thing for which he hath sent me unto you, vers. 21. good intentions Are like the Angel that went before Toby to Rages; but the non execuion of them, is like the dog that followed After him.
and it is not to be question'd but that the Pharise spake truth, who said God I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, I fast twice in the weeke, I give tithes of all that I possesse, Luke 18.11, 12. and yet our Lord Christ saith,
and it is not to be questioned but that the Pharisee spoke truth, who said God I thank thee, that I am not as other men Are, extortioners, unjust, Adulterers, I fast twice in the Week, I give Tithes of all that I possess, Lycia 18.11, 12. and yet our Lord christ Says,
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except your righteousnesse exceed the righteousnesse of the Scribes and Pharises, ye shall in no case enter into the Kingdom of heaven, Mat 5.20. 6 They who build upon their religious performances, their own righteousnesse;
except your righteousness exceed the righteousness of the Scribes and Pharisees, you shall in no case enter into the Kingdom of heaven, Mathew 5.20. 6 They who built upon their religious performances, their own righteousness;
Rom. 9.31, 32. and Saint Paul saith, Christ is become of none effect unto you, whosoever of you, are justified by the Law; ye are fallen from grace. Galat. 5.4. We may safely say of all these, as Christ did to his Disciples (when they shew'd him the fabrick of the material Temple) there shall not be left one stone upon another, that shall not be throwen down. Mark. 13.2. 2 Take heed of disalowing or rejecting Christ.
Rom. 9.31, 32. and Saint Paul Says, christ is become of none Effect unto you, whosoever of you, Are justified by the Law; you Are fallen from grace. Galatians 5.4. We may safely say of all these, as christ did to his Disciples (when they showed him the fabric of the material Temple) there shall not be left one stone upon Another, that shall not be thrown down. Mark. 13.2. 2 Take heed of disallowing or rejecting christ.
A stone of stumbling and a rock of offence, even to them which stumble at the word, being disobedient. 1 Pet. 2.8. they more particularly, who refuse, neglect or despise his ordinances;
A stone of stumbling and a rock of offence, even to them which Stumble At the word, being disobedient. 1 Pet. 2.8. they more particularly, who refuse, neglect or despise his ordinances;
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and eternal death by rejecting him, they who choose death, should have their portion or part in it? Take heed least while you acknowledge (as you cannot but doe) the reasonablenesse of this, you doe not (as the Jews did) condemn your selves in a thir d Person. Mat. 21.41. and so I passe from this to the second general.
and Eternal death by rejecting him, they who choose death, should have their portion or part in it? Take heed lest while you acknowledge (as you cannot but do) the reasonableness of this, you do not (as the jews did) condemn your selves in a their worser Person. Mathew 21.41. and so I pass from this to the second general.
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in the first and second verses of the first chapter, they are describ'd by two names, strangers and elect. 1 Strangers: advenis, inquilinis; in solos Judaeos competit.
in the First and second Verses of the First chapter, they Are described by two names, Strangers and elect. 1 Strangers: advenis, inquilinis; in solos Judeans competit.
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It appertaines to the Jews only (saith Master Calvin upon the place) who are here called strangers, not as the beleevers are afterwards, I beseech you as strangers and pilgrims abstain from fleshly lusts, 1 Pet. 2.11. because heaven is their Countrey, and they are heer from home;
It appertains to the jews only (Says Master calvin upon the place) who Are Here called Strangers, not as the believers Are afterwards, I beseech you as Strangers and pilgrim's abstain from fleshly Lustiest, 1 Pet. 2.11. Because heaven is their Country, and they Are her from home;
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And for the elect (in Saint Peters Text) the great Patrons of absolute and irrespective election, understand them either of general election to Christianity: electis i. e.
And for the elect (in Saint Peter's Text) the great Patrons of absolute and irrespective election, understand them either of general election to Christianity: electis i. e.
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Or (at most) elect in the judgment of charity, so Calvin, Gods election being a secret laid up in his own bosom, which cannot be known but by the singuler and especial revelation of the holy ghost quaeri potest unde hoc compertum habuerit.
Or (At most) elect in the judgement of charity, so calvin, God's election being a secret laid up in his own bosom, which cannot be known but by the singular and especial Revelation of the holy ghost quaeri potest unde hoc compertum habuerit.
It may be demanded how the Apostle knew that these Persons were elect? and his answer is, we may not anxiously enquire concerning the election of our Brethren,
It may be demanded how the Apostle knew that these Persons were elect? and his answer is, we may not anxiously inquire Concerning the election of our Brothers,
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This second title then elect doth not (even in the judgment of these men) oppose or gainsay our interpretation of [ ye ] by Christians, all that professe the faith of Christ.
This second title then elect does not (even in the judgement of these men) oppose or gainsay our Interpretation of [ you ] by Christians, all that profess the faith of christ.
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2 More particulerly lively (or living stones) NONLATINALPHABET Christians are here called living stones (waving some other respects) by way of antithesis (or opposition) especially, to those inanimate (or dead) stones, that were the materials of the Jewish Temple. Living stones, i. e.
2 More particularly lively (or living stones) Christians Are Here called living stones (waving Some other respects) by Way of antithesis (or opposition) especially, to those inanimate (or dead) stones, that were the materials of the Jewish Temple. Living stones, i. e.
and accordingly the Apostle bespeaks them as living stones NONLATINALPHABET not only aedificati (as Beza ) whom our translation follows) built; but aedifice mini (as Tremel. and the Margin in our Bibles,) be ye bvilt; which cleerly implies not a little activity in Christians, in building up themselves.
and accordingly the Apostle bespeaks them as living stones not only aedificati (as Beza) whom our Translation follows) built; but Edifice mini (as Tremel. and the Margin in our Bibles,) be you built; which clearly Implies not a little activity in Christians, in building up themselves.
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but when men perswade themselves, (or are taught by others to beleeve) that they cannot contribute any thing towards the building up of themselves, they must unavoidably remain riveted to,
but when men persuade themselves, (or Are taught by Others to believe) that they cannot contribute any thing towards the building up of themselves, they must avoidable remain riveted to,
to prevent this the Apostle tels Christians, that they are living stones; in which expression as the priviledges of Christians are couch'd, so their duty is implyed;
to prevent this the Apostle tells Christians, that they Are living stones; in which expression as the privileges of Christians Are couched, so their duty is employed;
And thus you have an account of the 1. particuler the materials of this house [ ye ] and ye as living stones. the next thing to be considered, is, The aedifice, a spiritual house.
And thus you have an account of the 1. particular the materials of this house [ you ] and you as living stones. the next thing to be considered, is, The Edifice, a spiritual house.
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and the Lord said unto Noah, come thou and all thy house into the Ark. And now (said Jacob, Gen 30.30.) when shall I provide for mine own house also? or an house by way of allusion principally to the Temple, or unto any other house.
and the Lord said unto Noah, come thou and all thy house into the Ark And now (said Jacob, Gen 30.30.) when shall I provide for mine own house also? or an house by Way of allusion principally to the Temple, or unto any other house.
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sometimes of a flock, ye are his flock frequently in the Psalms; sometimes of husbandry, ye are Gods husbandry, 1 Cor. 3.9. sometimes of a building, ye are Gods building, 1 Cor. 3.9.
sometime of a flock, you Are his flock frequently in the Psalms; sometime of Husbandry, you Are God's Husbandry, 1 Cor. 3.9. sometime of a building, you Are God's building, 1 Cor. 3.9.
In this spiritual house (without offering violence to the allegory) there are (as in every wel built material house) 3. things especially requisit; symetry, decor, and distribution.
In this spiritual house (without offering violence to the allegory) there Are (as in every well built material house) 3. things especially requisite; symmetry, decor, and distribution.
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for, Art must be acknowledged in its highest pefection, when it may be reduc'd to some natural principle. (the most judicious Artists being but the mimiques of nature.)
for, Art must be acknowledged in its highest perfection, when it may be reduced to Some natural principle. (the most judicious Artists being but the mimiques of nature.)
no structure can be (possibly) more uniform then our bodies, in the whole figuration of them, each side agreeing with the other, both in the number, the quality,
no structure can be (possibly) more uniform then our bodies, in the Whole figuration of them, each side agreeing with the other, both in the number, the quality,
and it must necessarily be with that Church, in which this symetry is found, as they say of the material Church of Santa Giustina in Padova (though the materials be but ordinary stone, without any garnishment of sculpture) yet it ravisheth the beholders eye, by a secret harmony in the proportion. 2 Decor.
and it must necessarily be with that Church, in which this symmetry is found, as they say of the material Church of Santa Giustina in Padova (though the materials be but ordinary stone, without any garnishment of sculpture) yet it ravisheth the beholders eye, by a secret harmony in the proportion. 2 Decor.
This (in a material house) consists in the keeping of a due respect between the habitation and the Inhabitant. It was the saying of a great Artist ( Palladius ) that no fabrick is to be regulated by any certain dimensions,
This (in a material house) consists in the keeping of a due respect between the habitation and the Inhabitant. It was the saying of a great Artist (Palladius) that no fabric is to be regulated by any certain dimensions,
The Gentiles having respect to this were profusely liberal in adorning their Temples (witnesse that of Ceres Eleusina at Ephesus ) upon perswasion that their Gods dwelt in them:
The Gentiles having respect to this were profusely liberal in adorning their Temples (witness that of Ceres Eleusina At Ephesus) upon persuasion that their God's dwelled in them:
and the God of heaven (though he doe not dwel in Temples made with hands as Saint Paul tels the Men of Athens, Acts 17.24.) yet (because the Temple at Jerusalem was dedicated to his worship,
and the God of heaven (though he do not dwell in Temples made with hands as Saint Paul tells the Men of Athens, Acts 17.24.) yet (Because the Temple At Jerusalem was dedicated to his worship,
and appropriated to him) he complains (by the Prophet Haggai ) for want of this decor, the not keeping a due respect between the habitation and himself the Inhabitant.
and appropriated to him) he complains (by the Prophet Chaggai) for want of this decor, thee not keeping a due respect between the habitation and himself the Inhabitant.
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It is true of the spiritual house, that David speaks of the material Temple, Holiness becometh thine honse oh Lord for ever, Psal. 93. and upon the account of his own holinesse, God requires this due respect.
It is true of the spiritual house, that David speaks of the material Temple, Holiness Becometh thine House o Lord for ever, Psalm 93. and upon the account of his own holiness, God requires this due respect.
Thus the Apostle, and he gave some Apostles, and some Prophets, and some Evangelists, and some Pastors, and Teachers. Ephes. 4.11. and more expresly, 1 Cor. 12.28. God hath set some in the Church, first Apostles, secondarily Prophets, thirdly Teachers, &c. for as (in material buildings) some stones doe well within dores, that would not serve without, to bear out weather:
Thus the Apostle, and he gave Some Apostles, and Some prophets, and Some Evangelists, and Some Pastors, and Teachers. Ephesians 4.11. and more expressly, 1 Cor. 12.28. God hath Set Some in the Church, First Apostles, secondarily prophets, Thirdly Teachers, etc. for as (in material buildings) Some stones do well within doors, that would not serve without, to bear out weather:
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as therefore God (in his wisedome) hath design'd and appointed men, so they ought to keep their station, to continue in that calling or place which ye Mr. Builder hath distributed to them:
as Therefore God (in his Wisdom) hath designed and appointed men, so they ought to keep their station, to continue in that calling or place which you Mr. Builder hath distributed to them:
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so (if this Text doe not beare it) Saint Jude saith expresly But ye beloved, building up your selves on your most holy faith, vers. 20. for (though it be strange,
so (if this Text do not bear it) Saint U^de Says expressly But you Beloved, building up your selves on your most holy faith, vers. 20. for (though it be strange,
It is a maxime of (the great Architect) Vitruvius, fundationes fodiantur si queant inveniri ad solidum & in solido, let the foundation be laid if it may be upon a solid rock:
It is a maxim of (the great Architect) Vitruvius, fundationes fodiantur si queant inveniri ad Solidum & in solido, let the Foundation be laid if it may be upon a solid rock:
Though there be no other foundation but Christ, and though this foundation be infinitly sufficient to beat the utmost weight that can regularly be laid on it;
Though there be no other Foundation but christ, and though this Foundation be infinitely sufficient to beatrice the utmost weight that can regularly be laid on it;
yet this foundation would sink under the burden of the least known sin, unrepented of. They therefore that come to him, (i. e.) who expect salvation by him) upon any other terms or condition, then being built up by obedience and conformity to him, by increasing in virtue and good works, instead of founding, doe but confound their own happinesse.
yet this Foundation would sink under the burden of the least known since, unrepented of. They Therefore that come to him, (i. e.) who expect salvation by him) upon any other terms or condition, then being built up by Obedience and conformity to him, by increasing in virtue and good works, instead of founding, do but confound their own happiness.
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2dly. This expression of building up our selves (or being built up) implies that union on in affection, that should be between those who are members of the same Church.
2dly. This expression of building up our selves (or being built up) Implies that Union on in affection, that should be between those who Are members of the same Church.
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An Italian Architect ( Leon Batista Alberti ) is so curious in the point of union in a material fabrick, that he wisheth that all the timber should be cut out of the same forrest,
an Italian Architect (Leon Batista Alberti) is so curious in the point of Union in a material fabric, that he wishes that all the timber should be Cut out of the same forest,
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This might not (probably) conduce more to the union of the house, then if the timber and stones were cut and dig'd out of divers forrests, and quarryes.
This might not (probably) conduce more to the Union of the house, then if the timber and stones were Cut and dug out of diverse forests, and quarries.
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But (sure I am) it conduceth not a little to the union of the spiritual house, that the timber and stones be cut and hewen out of the same forrest and pit.
But (sure I am) it conduceth not a little to the Union of the spiritual house, that the timber and stones be Cut and hewn out of the same forest and pit.
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why should I be employed as the instrument of action, and not partake with the eye, in its more honourable and easy imployment of speculation? So in the spiritual body,
why should I be employed as the Instrument of actium, and not partake with the eye, in its more honourable and easy employment of speculation? So in the spiritual body,
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if one member emulate or envy another, the Subject the Prince, the Presbyter the Bishop, it must necessarily cause a cleft or schism in the building, which may ruin the whole.
if one member emulate or envy Another, the Subject the Prince, the Presbyter the Bishop, it must necessarily cause a cleft or Schism in the building, which may ruin the Whole.
A spirit of contentation therefore is of a primary necessity to the preservation of union. 2. A Mutual Communication of particular faculties for the good of the whole.
A Spirit of contentation Therefore is of a primary necessity to the preservation of Union. 2. A Mutual Communication of particular faculties for the good of the Whole.
But when every member communicates its particular faculty (the feet walk, the hands work, the eyes see, the ear hears, the tongue speaks) this tends to the union of the whole, with the advantage of welfare to the particular members.
But when every member communicates its particular faculty (the feet walk, the hands work, the eyes see, the ear hears, the tongue speaks) this tends to the Union of the Whole, with the advantage of welfare to the particular members.
It was an equitable and natural law, that King Ahasuerus made (upon his Queen Vashti's disobedience) That every man should bear Rule in his own house, Hester i. ult.
It was an equitable and natural law, that King Ahasuerus made (upon his Queen Vashti's disobedience) That every man should bear Rule in his own house, Esther i. ult.
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When the Holy Ghost saith, such or such persons were in such, or such an house, he intends subjection by it, Numb. 30.3. ult. Thus when the Israelites are said to be in Pharoahs house, the meaning is, they were subject to him.
When the Holy Ghost Says, such or such Persons were in such, or such an house, he intends subjection by it, Numb. 30.3. ult. Thus when the Israelites Are said to be in Pharaohs house, the meaning is, they were Subject to him.
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Did I plainly appear unto the house of thy Father, when they were in Egypt in Pharaohs house? 1 Sam. 2.27. Let us therefore give up our selves conscionably and sincerely to the Government of our great Lord and Master.
Did I plainly appear unto the house of thy Father, when they were in Egypt in Pharaohs house? 1 Sam. 2.27. Let us Therefore give up our selves Conscionably and sincerely to the Government of our great Lord and Master.
Paul himself, and the Brethren that were with him, (in whose name he salutes the Churches of Galatia, ver. 2.) or though we, i. e. (as Vincent. Lirinens. ) etiamsi Petrus, etiamsi Andreas, etiamsi Joannes, etiamsi omnis Apostolorum chorus Evangelizet vobis praeterquam quod Evangelizavimus Anathema, sit (l. 1. c. 12. praescript. advers. profan.
Paul himself, and the Brothers that were with him, (in whose name he salutes the Churches of Galatia, ver. 2.) or though we, i. e. (as Vincent. Lerinens.) Even if Peter, Even if Andrew, Even if Joannes, Even if omnis Apostolorum chorus Evangelizet vobis Except quod Evangelizavimus Anathema, fit (l. 1. c. 12. prescript. adverse. profan.
Tremenda districtio, a dreadful sentence (saith he) yet parum est, this is but little in respect of that which followes, Though an Angel from Heaven should Preach any other Gospel unto you, let him be accursed.
Tremenda districtio, a dreadful sentence (Says he) yet Parum est, this is but little in respect of that which follows, Though an Angel from Heaven should Preach any other Gospel unto you, let him be accursed.
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Audite populi, tribus, linguae, viri, mulieres, pueri, senes, tota gens Christianorum Sancta ( as Damas. Orat. 2. de imagin.) give ear, O ye people, tribes and tongues, men, women, children, all the holy company that is called Christians in all the world, Licet Angelus, licet Rex Evangelizet vobis praeter id quod accepi••is, aures occludite.
Audite People, tribus, linguae, viri, mulieres, pueri, senes, tota gens Christians Sancta (as Damas. Orat 2. de imagine.) give ear, Oh you people, tribes and tongues, men, women, children, all the holy company that is called Christians in all the world, Licet Angelus, licet Rex Evangelizet vobis praeter id quod accepi••is, aures occludite.
But here you must take heed of wresting, or misunderstanding the Apostles NONLATINALPHABET ( praeter id, or praeterquam quod, then that which we have preached ) for, this doth not confine the dispensers of the word, to a strict observation of those expressions and syllables only in their Administration, which the Apostles used:
But Here you must take heed of wresting, or misunderstanding the Apostles (praeter id, or Except quod, then that which we have preached) for, this does not confine the dispensers of the word, to a strict observation of those expressions and syllables only in their Administration, which the Apostles used:
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Thus the preposition praeter is used likewise by Terence (in Andria) praeter civium morem atque legem, beside, (that is contrary to) the Law and Custom of Citizens.
Thus the preposition praeter is used likewise by Terence (in Andria) praeter Citizens morem atque legem, beside, (that is contrary to) the Law and Custom of Citizens.
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So St. August. explicates this Text. Non ait plusquam accepistis, sed praeterquam quod accepistis ( Tract. 99. in Joan. he saith not more than you received,
So Saint August. explicates this Text. Non ait plusquam accepistis, sed Except quod accepistis (Tract. 99. in Joan. he Says not more than you received,
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for (saith the Father) had he said, more then you received, he had prejudiced himself, who desired earnestly to see the faces of his Thessalonians, That he might perfect that, which was lacking in their faith, 1 Thes. 3.10.
for (Says the Father) had he said, more then you received, he had prejudiced himself, who desired earnestly to see the faces of his Thessalonians, That he might perfect that, which was lacking in their faith, 1 Thebes 3.10.
Or NONLATINALPHABET (other then that which you have received) quicquid Evangelio quasi ad salutem necessarium additur (Parae.) whatsoever is added to the Gospel, as necessary to salvation.
Or (other then that which you have received) quicquid Evangelio quasi ad salutem Necessary additur (Pare.) whatsoever is added to the Gospel, as necessary to salvation.
And a Rabby of our own observes, that every man in Israel, from twenty years old and upward, was to give half a shekel towards these foundation-pieces;
And a Rabbi of our own observes, that every man in Israel, from twenty Years old and upward, was to give half a shekel towards these foundation-pieces;
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whereas to other things they were not bound to a set summe, but every man to give as his heart moved him, which might teach them, that to the Fundamentalls of Religion they were all bound,
whereas to other things they were not bound to a Set sum, but every man to give as his heart moved him, which might teach them, that to the Fundamentals of Religion they were all bound,
gold, or silver, or purple, or scarlet, or fine linnen, or goats hair, ( Lightfoot on Exod. 30.) So that thus you see in things fundamental and essential, we are to receive directions from the great Master of the house, God only. But
gold, or silver, or purple, or scarlet, or fine linen, or Goats hair, (Lightfoot on Exod 30.) So that thus you see in things fundamental and essential, we Are to receive directions from the great Master of the house, God only. But
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In things circumstantial (even in Religion, and the Worship of God) it is the masters pleasure, that we should receive directions in them, from his stewards.
In things circumstantial (even in Religion, and the Worship of God) it is the Masters pleasure, that we should receive directions in them, from his Stewards.
Now this higher, (or highest Power) is a single person, or company of men, intrusted with Soveraign Power over the people, he, (or they) being subject only to the Empire or power of God himself.
Now this higher, (or highest Power) is a single person, or company of men, Entrusted with Sovereign Power over the people, he, (or they) being Subject only to the Empire or power of God himself.
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but in a rightly constituted Aristocracy or Common-wealth, the Optimates, Senat, Estates, (or by what other Title they are Dignified) are the highest Power:
but in a rightly constituted Aristocracy or Commonwealth, the Optimates, Senate, Estates, (or by what other Title they Are Dignified) Are the highest Power:
or the highest place NONLATINALPHABET) were instituted and appointed of God to this end and purpose, that we should lead a quiet and peaceable life under them, not only in all honesty,
or the highest place) were instituted and appointed of God to this end and purpose, that we should led a quiet and peaceable life under them, not only in all honesty,
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and Councells of Peace, Nisi ut verum Dei cultum, orbis nostri plebs devota custodiat; That the people devoted to their service, might follow the right worship of God.
and Counsels of Peace, Nisi ut verum Dei cultum, Orbis Our plebs devota custodiat; That the people devoted to their service, might follow the right worship of God.
When the King sitteth upon the Throne of his Kingdom, he shall write him a Copy of this Law in a book, out of that which is before the Priests and the Levites,
When the King Sitteth upon the Throne of his Kingdom, he shall write him a Copy of this Law in a book, out of that which is before the Priests and the Levites,
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and it shall be with him, and he shall read therein, all the dayes of his life, that he may learn to fear the Lord his God, Deut. 17.18, 19. and Psal. 2.10, 11. Be wise now therefore Oye Kings;
and it shall be with him, and he shall read therein, all the days of his life, that he may Learn to Fear the Lord his God, Deuteronomy 17.18, 19. and Psalm 2.10, 11. Be wise now Therefore Oye Kings;
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serve the Lord with fear, and rejoyce with trembling If you will admit St. Augustine to comment upon this Text, he will tell you how Kings, as Kings, serve God.
serve the Lord with Fear, and rejoice with trembling If you will admit Saint Augustine to comment upon this Text, he will tell you how Kings, as Kings, serve God.
And yet more fully and expresly, Quomodo ergo Reges Domino serviunt in timore, nisi ea quae contra jussa Domini fiunt, religiosa severitate prohibendo atque pleciendo? (Ep. ad Bonifac.) How do Kings serve the Lord in fear,
And yet more Fully and expressly, Quomodo ergo Reges Domino serviunt in Timore, nisi ea Quae contra jussa Domini Fluent, religiosa severitate prohibendo atque pleciendo? (Epistle and Boniface) How do Kings serve the Lord in Fear,
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but by a severe prohibition, and punishment of those things which are contrary to the Command of God? Aliter enim servit, qua homo est, aliter, qua Rexest, &c. For he serves the Lord after a different manner as he is a King, from that in which he serves him as a Man. He serves him as a Man by living faithfully,
but by a severe prohibition, and punishment of those things which Are contrary to the Command of God? Aliter enim Servit, qua homo est, aliter, qua rexest, etc. For he serves the Lord After a different manner as he is a King, from that in which he serves him as a Man. He serves him as a Man by living faithfully,
That Kings should be her Nursing Fathers, and their Queens her Nursing Mothers, made good, Isa. 49.23. 2dly. That Kings are intrusted with the affairs of Religion appears further, because St. Paul tels us, the King is the Minister of God, to execute wrath upon him that doth evil, Rom. 13.4. as the good in the former Argument;
That Kings should be her Nursing Father's, and their Queen's her Nursing Mother's, made good, Isaiah 49.23. 2dly. That Kings Are Entrusted with the affairs of Religion appears further, Because Saint Paul tells us, the King is the Minister of God, to execute wrath upon him that does evil, Rom. 13.4. as the good in the former Argument;
so will we hearken unto thee. Josh. 1.17. Thus the Fathers argue from those words of St. Paul, Rom. 13.1. Let every soul be subject unto the Higher Powers.
so will we harken unto thee. Josh. 1.17. Thus the Father's argue from those words of Saint Paul, Rom. 13.1. Let every soul be Subject unto the Higher Powers.
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And Bernard (treading in their steps) si omnis, & vestra, quis vos excipit ab universitate? Ep. ad Archiepisc.) if every soul ought to be subject, then yours;
And Bernard (treading in their steps) si omnis, & Vestra, quis vos excipit ab Universitate? Epistle and Archbishop) if every soul ought to be Subject, then yours;
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He who would be subject to some other power besides the Supreme, doth as necessarily introduce two Superiour powers, which is a thing unnaturall, and inconsistent.
He who would be Subject to Some other power beside the Supreme, does as necessarily introduce two Superior Powers, which is a thing unnatural, and inconsistent.
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Ea enim est summi conditio, ut nihil aliud adaequet, nedum superet (Tertul.) Such is the condition of the Supream power, that it cannot admit a Superiour or Equal.
Ea enim est summi Condition, ut nihil Aliud adaequet, nedum superet (Tertulian) Such is the condition of the Supreme power, that it cannot admit a Superior or Equal.
And if any man shall say that the actions being divers (namely Civill, Military, and Ecclesiasticall) the chiefe power may be divided also into sundry persons.
And if any man shall say that the actions being diverse (namely Civil, Military, and Ecclesiastical) the chief power may be divided also into sundry Persons.
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It would follow from hence, that the same person, at the same time, might be commanded by one to go unto the Market, by another to the Camp, by a third to Church;
It would follow from hence, that the same person, At the same time, might be commanded by one to go unto the Market, by Another to the Camp, by a third to Church;
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when he tells us, No man can serve two Masters, Mat 6.24. 3dly. Not to multiply Arguments in proof of that, which would stand in need of little, had not that factious proud Spirit which possessed Donatus, entred into some Men, occasioning them to say (as he did in Optatus l. 3.) Quid Imperatori cum ecclesia? What hath the King to doe with the Church.
when he tells us, No man can serve two Masters, Mathew 6.24. 3dly. Not to multiply Arguments in proof of that, which would stand in need of little, had not that factious proud Spirit which possessed Donatus, entered into Some Men, occasioning them to say (as he did in Optatus l. 3.) Quid Imperatori cum Church? What hath the King to do with the Church.
but Heathen, bearing witnesse to the Power and Authority of Kings in Ecclesiasticall affaires; (whereby it appeares to be no other then the dictate of Right Reason, which is common to the humane intellectuall Nature.
but Heathen, bearing witness to the Power and authority of Kings in Ecclesiastical affairs; (whereby it appears to be no other then the dictate of Right Reason, which is Common to the humane intellectual Nature.
Ex quo Imperatores facti sunt Christiani, res Ecclesiae ab. ipsis dependisse. The affaires of Religion depended upon the Emperours, ever since they became Christian.
Ex quo Imperatores facti sunt Christians, Rest Ecclesiae ab. Ipse dependisse. The affairs of Religion depended upon the emperors, ever since they became Christian.
And there is an Ancient Epistle of Elutherius Bishop of Rome, in which he stiles the King of England, (vicarium Dei in regno suo, agens de negotio Religionis.
And there is an Ancient Epistle of Eleutherius Bishop of Rome, in which he stile the King of England, (Vicar Dei in regno Sue, agens de negotio Religion.
) Gods vicar for the management of the business of Religion in his Kingdome, and the first Moguntine Councel, calls Charles the Great (Vere Religionis Rectorem) the Rector of the True Religion;
) God's vicar for the management of the business of Religion in his Kingdom, and the First Moguntine Council, calls Charles the Great (Vere Religion Rectorem) the Rector of the True Religion;
( Magistratum est, non modo de civili politia esse sollicitos, verum etiam dare operam, ut Sacrum Ministerium conservetur, Christique Regnum propagetur;
(Magistratum est, non modo de civili politia esse sollicitos, verum etiam Dare Operam, ut Sacrum Ministerium conservetur, Christique Kingdom propagetur;
denique horum est efficere, ut Sacrum Evangelii verbum undique praedicetur: ut singuli purae Deum colere, & venerari ex praescripto verbi ipsius libere possint.
denique horum est efficere, ut Sacrum Evangelii verbum undique praedicetur: ut Singuli purae God colere, & venerari ex praescripto verbi Himself libere possint.
(Teneat ipse Magistratus in manibus verbum Dei, & ne huic contrarium doceatur procuret, bonis legibus ad verbum Dei compositis, moderetur populum sibi a Deo concreditum.
(Tenet ipse Magistratus in manibus verbum Dei, & ne huic Contrary doceatur procuret, bonis legibus ad verbum Dei compositis, moderetur Populum sibi a God concreditum.
And the Confession of Basil (waving some others) Quilibet Christianus Magistratus, omnes vires eo diriget, ut apud fidei suae commissos, nomen Dei sanctificetur, regnum ipsius propagetur, ipsiusque voluntati cum seria extirpatione scelerum vivatur.
And the Confessi of Basil (waving Some Others) Quilibet Christian Magistratus, omnes vires eo diriget, ut apud fidei suae commissos, Nome Dei sanctificetur, Kingdom Himself propagetur, ipsiusque Voluntati cum Seria extirpatione Scelerum vivatur.
Hoc officium gentili Magisiratui injunctum fuit, quanto magis Christiano Magistratui commendatum esse debeat, ut vero Dei vicario? ) It ought to be the Serious Endeavour of every Christian Magistrate, that the name of God be Hallowed,
Hoc officium Gentile Magisiratui injunctum fuit, quanto magis Christian Magistrate commendatum esse debeat, ut vero Dei Vicar?) It ought to be the Serious Endeavour of every Christian Magistrate, that the name of God be Hallowed,
Or Church of England deems those worthy of Excommunication, who deny unto our Kings, the same Power and Authority in Ecclesiastical Causes, that the Pious Kings of the Hebrews Exercised in the Church of the Jewes, (Canon the 2d.)
Or Church of England deems those worthy of Excommunication, who deny unto our Kings, the same Power and authority in Ecclesiastical Causes, that the Pious Kings of the Hebrews Exercised in the Church of the Jews, (Canon the 2d.)
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We do not believe the Authority of the King Extends so far, as Bellarmine stretcheth the Popes, when he saith, Si papa erraret praecipiendo vitia, vel prohibendo virtutes, teneretur Ecclesia credere vitia esse bona, & virtutes malas.
We do not believe the authority of the King Extends so Far, as Bellarmine Stretcheth the Popes, when he Says, Si Pope erraret praecipiendo Vices, vel prohibendo Virtues, teneretur Church Believe Vices esse Bona, & Virtues malas.
We extend not the power of the King, as certain Religious Persons, (who left it as a Rule to their confidents at Padova, 1606.) did the Popes authority.
We extend not the power of the King, as certain Religious Persons, (who left it as a Rule to their confidents At Padova, 1606.) did thee Popes Authority.
If he command any thing forbidden by the Law of Nature, or by any Positive Law of God (that is now obliging to Christians) or if he forbid any thing Commanded of God, we are not to yield obedience.
If he command any thing forbidden by the Law of Nature, or by any Positive Law of God (that is now obliging to Christians) or if he forbid any thing Commanded of God, we Are not to yield Obedience.
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Serm: 6:) Where the Emperors, and Gods Commands are one contrary to the other, what Judgement shall I make? the power of God is Supream, the Emperour therefore must be supplicated to pardon me.
Sermon: 6:) Where the Emperor's, and God's Commands Are one contrary to the other, what Judgement shall I make? the power of God is Supreme, the Emperor Therefore must be supplicated to pardon me.
If the King Command any thing that God forbids, or forbid any thing that God Commands, in both these cases, we must then fortifie our selves with the saying of St:
If the King Command any thing that God forbids, or forbid any thing that God Commands, in both these cases, we must then fortify our selves with the saying of Saint:
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And God having by nature prohibited the killing of an Innocent person, the Hebrew Midwives are commended for not obeying the Kings commandement concerning the killing of the male children:
And God having by nature prohibited the killing of an Innocent person, the Hebrew Midwives Are commended for not obeying the Kings Commandment Concerning the killing of the male children:
and in Order. There must therefore be some proper Judge agreed upon to Determine what is Decent, and in Order: Do you then Judge in your selves, (laying only your Prejudice and Passion aside) whether a Noble Man,
and in Order. There must Therefore be Some proper Judge agreed upon to Determine what is Decent, and in Order: Do you then Judge in your selves, (laying only your Prejudice and Passion aside) whither a Noble Man,
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or Master of a Great Family, leaving this general Rule for the Government of his house, that all things in it be done Decently and in Order, doth he not intend and expect that his Steward should Determine what is so? For either the Steward,
or Master of a Great Family, leaving this general Rule for the Government of his house, that all things in it be done Decently and in Order, does he not intend and expect that his Steward should Determine what is so? For either the Steward,
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It is more decent saith one to put off our shoes then our hats, in Respect and Reverence to our Lord, it is more orderly to sit then to stand in his presence.
It is more decent Says one to put off our shoes then our hats, in Respect and reverence to our Lord, it is more orderly to fit then to stand in his presence.
And is it not thus in the Spiritual house? If every Congregation, or Pastor, be left free to judge of what is Decent and in Order, things as unreasonable as the putting off the shoes,
And is it not thus in the Spiritual house? If every Congregation, or Pastor, be left free to judge of what is Decent and in Order, things as unreasonable as the putting off the shoes,
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In things therefore of this nature (namely such as are not determined by the great Master, God) you owe obedience to the Stewards determination, especially since whatsoever is not forbidden by God, hath in that very respect, the force of a permission at least.
In things Therefore of this nature (namely such as Are not determined by the great Master, God) you owe Obedience to the Stewards determination, especially since whatsoever is not forbidden by God, hath in that very respect, the force of a permission At least.
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May not one deny the Divine Authority of the Scriptures? Another the Divinity of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ? A third reject, despise and trample under foot the Priestly Office,
May not one deny the Divine authority of the Scriptures? another the Divinity of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ? A third reject, despise and trample under foot the Priestly Office,
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though their Opinion be not at any agreement, or consistency with the truth. If there be not a Coercive Power stated somewhere, who or what shall hinder these,
though their Opinion be not At any agreement, or consistency with the truth. If there be not a Coercive Power stated somewhere, who or what shall hinder these,
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Without a coercive power somewhere stated, all Reins of Government, must necessarily be let loose, and an effectuall dore set open for Atheisme, Heresy, Sedition and Blasphemy to enter in.
Without a coercive power somewhere stated, all Reins of Government, must necessarily be let lose, and an effectual door Set open for Atheism, Heresy, Sedition and Blasphemy to enter in.
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But this is a thing so contrary, not only to the peace, but even to the essence of all societies, that none but the absolute Sons of Belial, ( i. e. without a Yoke) can plead for it.
But this is a thing so contrary, not only to the peace, but even to the essence of all societies, that none but the absolute Sons of Belial, (i. e. without a Yoke) can plead for it.
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I passe therefore from that (as a thing assented unto by all that pretend to Reason,) That there must be a Coercive Power? and come unto the 2d. thing the subject of this Power, or Person in whom it is. And that is the King.
I pass Therefore from that (as a thing assented unto by all that pretend to Reason,) That there must be a Coercive Power? and come unto the 2d. thing the Subject of this Power, or Person in whom it is. And that is the King.
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Spirituall Power, (or Power in the Church) is divided generally into Ordinis, and Jurisdictionis. That of Order is referr'd to the preaching or the Word, Administration of Sacraments, Absolution, Confirmation,
Spiritual Power, (or Power in the Church) is divided generally into Order, and Jurisdictionis. That of Order is referred to the preaching or the Word, Administration of Sacraments, Absolution, Confirmation,
1. Internall. Where the Spirituall guides, they who have the conduct of the Soules of men, by Instruction, Perswasion, Ghostly Councell, and such like;
1. Internal. Where the Spiritual guides, they who have the conduct of the Souls of men, by Instruction, Persuasion, Ghostly Council, and such like;
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and said, Men, and Brethren what shall we do? Acts 2.37. 2. Externall. Where the Person in whom the Power is ( in foro exteriori, as they speak) compells the Christians obedience.
and said, Men, and Brothers what shall we do? Acts 2.37. 2. External. Where the Person in whom the Power is (in foro exteriori, as they speak) compels the Christians Obedience.
He hath no Power of Order, nor Jurisdiction over the Inner Man, but in things that are for the outward Politie of the Church (as that God may be truly served, such as transgresse the received lawfull constitutions of the Church punished) with this Power the King is intrusted.
He hath no Power of Order, nor Jurisdiction over the Inner Man, but in things that Are for the outward Polity of the Church (as that God may be truly served, such as transgress the received lawful constitutions of the Church punished) with this Power the King is Entrusted.
Errat si quis putet servitutem in totum hominem descendere; pars enim melior excepta est. Corpora obnoxia sunt, & adscripta Dominis, mens sui juris est.
Errat si quis putet servitutem in totum hominem descendere; pars enim melior excepta est. Corpora obnoxia sunt, & adscripta Dominis, Mens sui Juris est.
As Lactantius (l. 5. c. 13.) Quis mihi imponat necessitatem vel credendi quod nolim, vel quod velim non credendi? Who can compell me to believe what I will not,
As Lactantius (l. 5. c. 13.) Quis mihi imponat necessitatem vel credendi quod nolim, vel quod velim non credendi? Who can compel me to believe what I will not,
or not to believe what I list? For, Religio imperari non potest. Religion cannot be compell'd (as Cassidor. l. 3. Ep. 27.) and Fides suadenda, non imperanda el.
or not to believe what I list? For, Religio imperari non potest. Religion cannot be compelled (as Cassidor. l. 3. Epistle 27.) and Fides suadenda, non imperanda el.
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thus the Emperours, Gratian, Valentinian, and Theodosius, speak concerning a man, that is an Heretick, Sibi tantummodo nocitura sentiat, aeliis obfutura non pandat.
thus the emperors, Gratian, Valentinian, and Theodosius, speak Concerning a man, that is an Heretic, Sibi tantummodo nocitura sentiat, aeliis obfutura non pandat.
he shall not publish them to the hurt of others And it was with respect to this, that Constantine stiled himself (NONLATINALPHABET) a Bishop in those things, that are without.
he shall not publish them to the hurt of Others And it was with respect to this, that Constantine styled himself () a Bishop in those things, that Are without.
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Thus the King of Nineveh enjoyned his Subjects Sackcloth, Fasting, Prayer, and turning from the Violence in their hands ( Jonah 3.8.) and indeed there's nothing, in which the Supreme power consists more,
Thus the King of Nineveh enjoined his Subject's sackcloth, Fasting, Prayer, and turning from the Violence in their hands (Jonah 3.8.) and indeed there's nothing, in which the Supreme power consists more,
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For, if it be demanded, why in the land of our Nativity (this Kingdom) the Roman Religion flourished in the days of Queen Mary, and the Evangelical (or Reformed) in the Reign of Queen Elizabeth? The Proximate cause of it must be acknowledged the will,
For, if it be demanded, why in the land of our Nativity (this Kingdom) the Roman Religion flourished in the days of Queen Marry, and the Evangelical (or Reformed) in the Reign of Queen Elizabeth? The Proximate cause of it must be acknowledged the will,
If he, that rules, be a Pious Prince, conversant in the Scripture, frequent in Prayer, alover of the Church, one, that enclines his ear to the Counsels of those, who are truly Pious,
If he, that rules, be a Pious Prince, conversant in the Scripture, frequent in Prayer, alover of the Church, one, that inclines his ear to the Counsels of those, who Are truly Pious,
Et legibus malis probantur boni, & legibus bonis emendantur mali, ( August. advers. Crescentium, l. 3. c. 51.) Evil Laws are for the probation of Good men,
Et legibus malis probantur boni, & legibus bonis emendantur mali, (August. adverse. Crescentium, l. 3. c. 51.) Evil Laws Are for the probation of Good men,
Hezekiah abolished the Idol-Worship of hs Father Ahaz, his Grand-childe Manasseh restored it again, and Josiah, his Grand-childs, abolished in a second time:
Hezekiah abolished the Idol-Worship of hs Father Ahaz, his Grandchild Manasses restored it again, and Josiah, his Grandchilds, abolished in a second time:
Thus the Prophet Elijah fled from Ahab, and thus our Lord Christ indulgeth (if he doth not Counsel) his Apostles, saying, When they persecute you in this City, flee ye into another, Matt. 10.23.
Thus the Prophet Elijah fled from Ahab, and thus our Lord christ indulgeth (if he does not Counsel) his Apostles, saying, When they persecute you in this city, flee you into Another, Matt. 10.23.
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and the Christians, who lived under the rage and fury of Julian, knew nothing but the water, that distilled from their own eyes, to quench the fire of that Persecution.
and the Christians, who lived under the rage and fury of Julian, knew nothing but the water, that distilled from their own eyes, to quench the fire of that Persecution.
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Aliud contra Persecutorem non erat remedium: ultra nefas procedere. ( Nazian. Orat. in Julianum. ) They knew no other remedy against their persecutors:
Aliud contra Persecutorem non erat remedium: ultra nefas procedere. (Nazian. Orat in Julianum.) They knew no other remedy against their persecutors:
the Cities, Islands, Castles, Garrisons, Judgment-Seats, Palace, and Senat were full of them, and yet (as he) Nulli Albiniani, nulli Nigriani, nulli Cassiani, there were no Traitors,
the Cities, Islands, Castles, Garrisons, Judgment-seats, Palace, and Senate were full of them, and yet (as he) None Albiniani, None Nigriani, None Cassiani, there were no Traitors,
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Eusebius Pius (the Bishop of Samosatia ) being banished by the command of Valens the Emperour, the people would have held him in his Episcopal See by force:
Eusebius Pius (the Bishop of Samosatia) being banished by the command of Valens the Emperor, the people would have held him in his Episcopal See by force:
and telling them, that he would not (if he could) secure himself by a multitude, compassing him about (Nec ego me vallabo, inquit, circumfusione populorum) he thereby suppressed an imminent sedition.
and telling them, that he would not (if he could) secure himself by a multitude, compassing him about (Nec ego me vallabo, inquit, circumfusione populorum) he thereby suppressed an imminent sedition.
These (and many more Examples at hand) do abundantly evidence what deep impression the words of Christ to Peter made upon the spirits of Christians heretofore.
These (and many more Examples At hand) do abundantly evidence what deep impression the words of christ to Peter made upon the spirits of Christians heretofore.
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The words of Christ are, Put up again thy sword into its place: for all they, that take the sword, shall perish with the sword; Matt. 26.52. Arripit autem, qui non a Deo accipit:
The words of christ Are, Put up again thy sword into its place: for all they, that take the sword, shall perish with the sword; Matt. 26.52. Arripit autem, qui non a God accipit:
Therefore I make a Decree, that every People, Nation, and Language, which speak any thing amiss against the God of Shadrach, &c. shall be cut in pieces,
Therefore I make a decree, that every People, nation, and Language, which speak any thing amiss against the God of Shadrach, etc. shall be Cut in Pieces,
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( Dan. 6.26.) In Athens they had a Law against (NONLATINALPHABET) Irreligion: upon which three famous Philosophers ( Socrates, Theodorus, and Protagoras ) suffered.
(Dan. 6.26.) In Athens they had a Law against () Irreligion: upon which three famous Philosophers (Socrates, Theodorus, and Protagoras) suffered.
Socrates, (as Laertius reports in his Life) was accused NONLATINALPHABET) of Irreligion, and the Action Commenced against him in these words, (NONLATINALPHABET.) Socrates is a transgressor, in not esteeming those for Gods, whom the City esteems such;
Socrates, (as Laertius reports in his Life) was accused) of Irreligion, and the Actium Commenced against him in these words, (.) Socrates is a transgressor, in not esteeming those for God's, whom the city esteems such;
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and burn their Graven Images with fire ( Deut. 7.5.) But, if St. August. may be admitted to Comment upon the Text, he tells you, that they might not do it, without Authority from the Higher Powers. Cumacceperitis potestatem, hoc facite:
and burn their Graved Images with fire (Deuteronomy 7.5.) But, if Saint August. may be admitted to Comment upon the Text, he tells you, that they might not do it, without authority from the Higher Powers. Cumacceperitis potestatem, hoc Facite:
Hence Nicephorus reprehends, and condemns Abdas the Bishop, for demolishing the Persians NONLATINALPHABET, the Temple, in which they Worshipped the Fire;
Hence Nicephorus reprehends, and condemns Abdas the Bishop, for demolishing the Persians, the Temple, in which they Worshipped the Fire;
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& ibidem occisus fuerit, ne in Martyrum numerum recipiatur) that, if any person be killed for breaking an Idol in pieces, he shall not be enrolled among the Martyrs of the Church;
& ibidem Occisus fuerit, ne in Martyrs Numerum recipiatur) that, if any person be killed for breaking an Idol in Pieces, he shall not be enrolled among the Martyrs of the Church;
( Rom. 13.4.) The Sword (saith Theophylact ) is the Coercive Power, (NONLATINALPHABET) and he bears it not in vain (NONLATINALPHABET) but that he may punish Evil-doers.
(Rom. 13.4.) The Sword (Says Theophylact) is the Coercive Power, () and he bears it not in vain () but that he may Punish Evildoers.
It is a thing to be wished, to be beg'd of Heaven, with our most Fervent Prayers, that all Christians might be like those in the Acts, of one Minde, and of one Soul:
It is a thing to be wished, to be begged of Heaven, with our most Fervent Prayers, that all Christians might be like those in the Acts, of one Mind, and of one Soul:
that all, who confess God's Holy Name, should agree in the Truth of his Holy Word (as our Church teacheth us to Pray) but the peevishness of some, the interest,
that all, who confess God's Holy Name, should agree in the Truth of his Holy Word (as our Church Teaches us to Pray) but the peevishness of Some, the Interest,
neither of which could possibly be provided for by him, without a Coercive Power. For, nothing hath a greater influence upon the External Happiness, and Peace of a Kingdom, then Religion.
neither of which could possibly be provided for by him, without a Coercive Power. For, nothing hath a greater influence upon the External Happiness, and Peace of a Kingdom, then Religion.
seeing the Romans are so scrupulous, in examining, and observing the smallest matters in Religion. (Quod tam scrupulosa cura parvula quaeque momenta religionis examinare videretur.)
seeing the Romans Are so scrupulous, in examining, and observing the Smallest matters in Religion. (Quod tam scrupulosa Cure Parvula quaeque momenta Religion examinare videretur.)
Secondly, In respect of the Nature, the Genuine, and proper Tendency of Religion, which is to render men Peaceable, Obsequious, Lovers of their Country,
Secondly, In respect of the Nature, the Genuine, and proper Tendency of Religion, which is to render men Peaceable, Obsequious, Lovers of their Country,
( Ezek. 43.8.) so men will be bringing a Bason, instead of the Font; a new Directory, instead of the old Liturgy: unless their curiosity by the Prince's Edicts be constrained.
(Ezekiel 43.8.) so men will be bringing a Basin, instead of the Font; a new Directory, instead of the old Liturgy: unless their curiosity by the Prince's Edicts be constrained.
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I conclude this with that rational saying of Parisiensis; Licitum est principi, abusum gladii Spiritualis repellere, eo modo quo potest, etiam per gladium materialem:
I conclude this with that rational saying of Parisiensis; Licitum est principi, abusum gladii Spiritualis repellere, eo modo quo potest, etiam per Gladium materialem:
but, because the Christian Emperour did not timely interpose his Authority for the quenching it, (Totum orbem ejus flamma depopulata est) it became a flame, which consumed (almost) the whole Christian World.
but, Because the Christian Emperor did not timely interpose his authority for the quenching it, (Totum orbem His Flamma depopulata est) it became a flame, which consumed (almost) the Whole Christian World.
Andronicus the Emperour, when his Bishops were disputing curiously, and subtilely, of those words of Christ, (Pater major me est) My Father is greater then I;
Andronicus the Emperor, when his Bishops were disputing curiously, and subtilely, of those words of christ, (Pater Major me est) My Father is greater then I;
Secondly, To the second Question, How far the Coercive Power of the Prince extends? It is acknowledged, that his Authority may extend to Imprisonment, Confiscation of Goods,
Secondly, To the second Question, How Far the Coercive Power of the Prince extends? It is acknowledged, that his authority may extend to Imprisonment, Confiscation of Goods,
because the Apostle saith onely, Haereticum hominem devita ( Titus 3.10.) The Gloss upon Gratian turns the Verb into a Substantive; de vita, and adds, supple, Tolle.
Because the Apostle Says only, Hereticum hominem Devita (Titus 3.10.) The Gloss upon Gratian turns the Verb into a Substantive; the vita, and adds, supple, Take.
There is not (as a learned Gentleman of our Church, in His Historical Vindication, hath observed) any example in History, of prosecuting an Heretick further, then to avoid him;
There is not (as a learned Gentleman of our Church, in His Historical Vindication, hath observed) any Exampl in History, of prosecuting an Heretic further, then to avoid him;
The Councel of Nice therefore having, in the year 325, censured the opinion of Arius for Heretical, the Emperour (who had formerly granted certain considerable Priviledges to Christians) declared in the year following ( Haereticos, atque Schismaticos, h• privilegiis alienos ) that no Heretick,
The Council of Nicaenae Therefore having, in the year 325, censured the opinion of Arius for Heretical, the Emperor (who had formerly granted certain considerable Privileges to Christians) declared in the year following (Haereticos, atque Schismatics, h• privilegiis alienos) that no Heretic,
St. August. professeth, he had rather be himself slain by them, then, by detecting the Donatists, be any cause they should undergo the punishment of death. ( Ep. 127) This was the Temper of the Christians, at least 800. years after Christ. But about the year 1000, the Christian World began to punish Miscreants (as branches not bearing fruit in Christ) by casting them into the fire.
Saint August. Professes, he had rather be himself slave by them, then, by detecting the Donatists, be any cause they should undergo the punishment of death. (Epistle 127) This was the Temper of the Christians, At least 800. Years After christ. But about the year 1000, the Christian World began to Punish Miscreants (as branches not bearing fruit in christ) by casting them into the fire.
St. Bernard, explaining those words of Solomon, Take us the Foxes, the little Foxes, that spoil the Vines ( Cant. 2.15.) If (saith he) according to the Allegory, by the Vines we understand the Churches,
Saint Bernard, explaining those words of Solomon, Take us the Foxes, the little Foxes, that spoil the Vines (Cant 2.15.) If (Says he) according to the Allegory, by the Vines we understand the Churches,
And that the Holy Ghost intends this, is evident (saith he) because he doth not say simply, Take the Foxes (sed capite nobis) take us the Foxes: sibi ergo,
And that the Holy Ghost intends this, is evident (Says he) Because he does not say simply, Take the Foxes (sed capite nobis) take us the Foxes: sibi ergo,
& sponsae suae, id est Catholicae, jubet acquiri has vulpes, cum ait capite eas nobis ( In Cantic. Serm. 64.) He commands therefore, that they be taken for himself,
& Sponsa suae, id est Catholic, jubet Acquire has vulpes, cum ait capite eas nobis (In Cantic. Sermon 64.) He commands Therefore, that they be taken for himself,
and his Spouse, that is the Catholick Church, when he saith, Take us the Foxes, Thus the holy men, in that Age, in which they first stopped mens mouths, not with Arguments, but Arms, judged of it.
and his Spouse, that is the Catholic Church, when he Says, Take us the Foxes, Thus the holy men, in that Age, in which they First stopped men's mouths, not with Arguments, but Arms, judged of it.
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And indeed we have not many Examples of persons, suffering meerly for Conscience, till after the year 1216. in which Pope Innocent the Third laid the foundation of that new Court, called since the Inquisition; who appointed such,
And indeed we have not many Examples of Persons, suffering merely for Conscience, till After the year 1216. in which Pope Innocent the Third laid the Foundation of that new Court, called since the Inquisition; who appointed such,
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And in the year 1583. Copin and Thacker were hanged (at Saint Edmonds-Bury ) for publishing Brown 's Book (Cambd.) which (saith Stow, p. 1174) was written against the Common-Prayer Book. (A Fair warning!) And thus you see,
And in the year 1583. Copin and Thacker were hanged (At Saint Edmonsbury) for publishing Brown is Book (Cambd) which (Says Stow, p. 1174) was written against the Common prayer Book. (A Fair warning!) And thus you see,
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if men will not be Subject to the Higher Powers, in matters of Religion for Conscience sake, they must be subject because of wrath: for the Prince is entrusted with a Coercive Power,
if men will not be Subject to the Higher Powers, in matters of Religion for Conscience sake, they must be Subject Because of wrath: for the Prince is Entrusted with a Coercive Power,
But in all other things, that are not of this nature, he may give Power to others to Govern the Church, to whom all persons ow their obedience, by virtue of his Delegation,
But in all other things, that Are not of this nature, he may give Power to Others to Govern the Church, to whom all Persons owe their Obedience, by virtue of his Delegation,
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Thus St. Peter requires Christians to pay their obedience unto Governours sent by him, as well as to the King (the Supreme Power) Submit your selves to every Ordinance of man, for the Lord's sake:
Thus Saint Peter requires Christians to pay their Obedience unto Governors sent by him, as well as to the King (the Supreme Power) Submit your selves to every Ordinance of man, for the Lord's sake:
If I evince this, that saying of Christ, He, that is not against us, is on our part (Mark 9.40.) will contribute not a little to the confirmation of this Order.
If I evince this, that saying of christ, He, that is not against us, is on our part (Mark 9.40.) will contribute not a little to the confirmation of this Order.
unless that in St. Matthew; Jesus called them (the ten Apostles) unto him, and said, Ye know, that the Princes of the Gentiles exercise Dominion over them,
unless that in Saint Matthew; jesus called them (the ten Apostles) unto him, and said, You know, that the Princes of the Gentiles exercise Dominion over them,
(Mat. 20.25, 26.) And somewhat more to their purpose) in the tenth of St. Mark, 44. Whosoever of you will be chiefest, shall be the servant of all.
(Mathew 20.25, 26.) And somewhat more to their purpose) in the tenth of Saint Mark, 44. Whosoever of you will be chiefest, shall be the servant of all.
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So that the same Text, by which some would cast Episcopacy out of the Church, is made use of by others (to as good purpose) to thrust Magistracy out of the Christian World. 2. Some Learned Interpreters (weighing the expression used by Christ, [ NONLATINALPHABET ] in eas dominari, they Lord it over them ( Id est, cum quadam acerbitate;
So that the same Text, by which Some would cast Episcopacy out of the Church, is made use of by Others (to as good purpose) to thrust Magistracy out of the Christian World. 2. some Learned Interpreters (weighing the expression used by christ, [ ] in eas Dominari, they Lord it over them (Id est, cum Quadam acerbitate;
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but onely from the Tyrannical abuse of Power. 3. The Presbyterians themselves (in foreign Parts) do generally acknowledg, that this Text (in St. Matt. ) doth not take away the Ecclesiastical Authority of Teaching, Binding and Loosing, according to the Gospel, vel gradus Ecclesiasticorum, a Christo institutes, & datos Ecclesiae;
but only from the Tyrannical abuse of Power. 3. The Presbyterians themselves (in foreign Parts) do generally acknowledge, that this Text (in Saint Matt.) does not take away the Ecclesiastical authority of Teaching, Binding and Losing, according to the Gospel, vel gradus Ecclesiasticorum, a Christ institutes, & datos Ecclesiae;
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An ignoras, fili mi, nostrum regnum nobilem esse servitutem? Art thou ignorant, O my Son, that our Empire is nothing else, but a more noble servitude.
an Ignoras, fili mi, nostrum Kingdom nobilem esse servitutem? Art thou ignorant, Oh my Son, that our Empire is nothing Else, but a more noble servitude.
and Preheminence, among the Apostles, and Pastours, that it confirms, and establisheth it. For, when St. Matthew, and St. Mark say, He that will be greatest among you;
and Pre-eminence, among the Apostles, and Pastors, that it confirms, and Establisheth it. For, when Saint Matthew, and Saint Mark say, He that will be greatest among you;
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St. Luke saith, [ he that is greatest ] and [ he that is chief ] Luk. 22.26. and you may observe, that our Lord Christ propounds his own example, as a pattern to them, Whosoever will be Chief among you, let him be your Servant;
Saint Lycia Says, [ he that is greatest ] and [ he that is chief ] Luk. 22.26. and you may observe, that our Lord christ propounds his own Exampl, as a pattern to them, Whosoever will be Chief among you, let him be your Servant;
And one would wonder (did not Prejudice, and Interest draw a Film over the eye of mens Reason) how any man could entertain a thought, that ever Christ intended a Parity among Ecclesiastical Persons,
And one would wonder (did not Prejudice, and Interest draw a Film over the eye of men's Reason) how any man could entertain a Thought, that ever christ intended a Parity among Ecclesiastical Persons,
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He gave some Apostles, and some Prophets; and some Evangelists; and some Pastours, and Teachers: ( Ephes. 4.11.) which are not onely distinct Functions in the Church, but distinct Degrees;
He gave Some Apostles, and Some prophets; and Some Evangelists; and Some Pastors, and Teachers: (Ephesians 4.11.) which Are not only distinct Functions in the Church, but distinct Degrees;
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And God hath set some in the Church, first Apostles, secondarily Prophets, thirdly Teachers, after that Miracles, then Gifts of Healings, &c. The Evangelists themselves are (as Hienom. ad Fabiol.) Secundi ordinis, & minoris gradus;
And God hath Set Some in the Church, First Apostles, secondarily prophets, Thirdly Teachers, After that Miracles, then Gifts of Healings, etc. The Evangelists themselves Are (as Hienom. and Fabjol.) Secundi Order, & minoris gradus;
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The first Assertion then (namely, That Episcopacy, that is the Prelacy, or Preheminence of one Pastour among the rest, is not repugnant to the Scriptures, ) is undeniably true.
The First Assertion then (namely, That Episcopacy, that is the Prelacy, or Pre-eminence of one Pastor among the rest, is not repugnant to the Scriptures,) is undeniably true.
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but a Presbyter of an inferiour Order (whose Testimony therefore may stand in stead of many) saith, In toto orbe decretum est, ut unus, de Presbyteris electus, caeteris superponeretur:
but a Presbyter of an inferior Order (whose Testimony Therefore may stand in stead of many) Says, In toto orbe decretum est, ut Unus, de Presbyters Electus, caeteris superponeretur:
It is universally decreed, that one, chosen from among the Presbyters, should be set over the rest, to whom the whole care of the Church should appertain.
It is universally decreed, that one, chosen from among the Presbyters, should be Set over the rest, to whom the Whole care of the Church should appertain.
And that this was the universal Custom of the Church, appears by this, because those Hereticks, who made a separation from the Church Catholick, did yet retain this Order among them.
And that this was the universal Custom of the Church, appears by this, Because those Heretics, who made a separation from the Church Catholic, did yet retain this Order among them.
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Thus the Authour of the Homilies upon St. Matthew. Hereticks, in their Schism, have all those things among them, which are proper to the true Church. (Similiter Ecclesias, similiter Scripturas, similiter Episcopos, caeterosque Clericorum ordines.) They have their Congregations, Scriptures, Bishops,
Thus the Author of the Homilies upon Saint Matthew. Heretics, in their Schism, have all those things among them, which Are proper to the true Church. (Similiter Ecclesiastes, similiter Scripturas, similiter Episcopos, caeterosque Clericorum ordines.) They have their Congregations, Scriptures, Bishops,
Aerius indeed (in a Pang of indignation, because he missed a Bishoprick, which he stood for) would have made himself equal to the Reverend Bishops, by broaching this Doctrine (Presbyterum ab Episcopo nulla differentia discerni debere.) That a Presbyter ought not to be distinguished by any difference from a Bishop;
Aerius indeed (in a Pang of Indignation, Because he missed a Bishopric, which he stood for) would have made himself equal to the Reverend Bishops, by broaching this Doctrine (Presbyterum ab Bishop nulla differentia discerni Debere.) That a Presbyter ought not to be distinguished by any difference from a Bishop;
and a Presbyter: he reproved him sharply in the Answer, which he returned (Hoc satis imperite) This was not said for want of ignorance (In portu, ut dicitur, naufragium) you make shipwrack (as they say Proverbially) in the Haven.
and a Presbyter: he reproved him sharply in the Answer, which he returned (Hoc satis imperite) This was not said for want of ignorance (In portu, ut dicitur, Shipwreck) you make shipwreck (as they say Proverbially) in the Haven.
In proof of which, we can have no better Evidence, then the Catalogue of Bishops in Irenaeus, Eusebius, Socrates, and Theodoret; who begin from the Age, in which the Apostles lived.
In proof of which, we can have no better Evidence, then the Catalogue of Bishops in Irnaeus, Eusebius, Socrates, and Theodoret; who begin from the Age, in which the Apostles lived.
Now no man can deny his assent to such Grave Authority, so unanimously conspiring in matter of fact, without incurring the guilt of singular irreverence, and pertinacy.
Now no man can deny his assent to such Grave authority, so unanimously conspiring in matter of fact, without incurring the guilt of singular irreverence, and pertinacy.
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St. Mark died in the eighth year of Nero, about the year of our Lord 62. whose Successour (St. John the Apostle yet living) was Amianus; to him succeeded Abilius; to Abilius, Cerdo. After the Death of St. James, Simon succeeded him, in the Bishoprick of Jerusalem. After St. Peter 's departure Linus, Anacletus, and Clement; or (as some) St. Peter yet living, sate in the Episcopal Chair at Rome: as Evodius, and Ignatius did at Antioch. A Record of such Antiquity, confirmed by Ignatius, the Disciple of St. John, cannot be rejected by any, save such onely, who have no Faith for any thing, that themselves saw not.
Saint Mark died in the eighth year of Nero, about the year of our Lord 62. whose Successor (Saint John the Apostle yet living) was Amianus; to him succeeded Abilius; to Abilius, Cerdo. After the Death of Saint James, Simon succeeded him, in the Bishopric of Jerusalem. After Saint Peter is departure Linus, Anacletus, and Clement; or (as Some) Saint Peter yet living, sat in the Episcopal Chair At Room: as Evodius, and Ignatius did At Antioch. A Record of such Antiquity, confirmed by Ignatius, the Disciple of Saint John, cannot be rejected by any, save such only, who have no Faith for any thing, that themselves saw not.
Fourthly, The Episcopacy we intend, is approved by Divine Right, or (as Bucer expresseth it) Visum Spiritui Sancto, utinter Presbyteros unus cur am singularem gereret.
Fourthly, The Episcopacy we intend, is approved by Divine Right, or (as Bucer Expresses it) Visum Spiritui Sancto, utinter Presbyters Unus cur am singularem gereret.
Of this we have an undeniable Argument, in the book of the Revelations: where we find Christ from Heaven commanding St. John to write unto the seven Angels of the Churches of Asia.
Of this we have an undeniable Argument, in the book of the Revelations: where we find christ from Heaven commanding Saint John to write unto the seven Angels of the Churches of Asia.
and more eminent Dignity? Sub Angeli nomine (saith St. Augustine, Epist. 162.) laudatur praepositus Ecclesiae; Under the name of the Angel he commends the Prefect of the Church.
and more eminent Dignity? Sub Angeli nomine (Says Saint Augustine, Epistle 162.) laudatur praepositus Ecclesiae; Under the name of the Angel he commends the Prefect of the Church.
And for Smyrna, Polycarpus was (without controversie) Bishop of it, ordained by St. John (as Bullinger himself acknowledgeth) and Irenaeus saith of him ( l. 3. c. 3.) Polycarpus non solum ab Apostolis eruditus, &c. Polycarp was not onely instructed by the Apostles,
And for Smyrna, Polycarp was (without controversy) Bishop of it, ordained by Saint John (as Bullinger himself acknowledgeth) and Irnaeus Says of him (l. 3. c. 3.) Polycarp non solum ab Apostles eruditus, etc. Polycarp was not only instructed by the Apostles,
I wholly wave many other Evidences, and descend to a late Protestant Writer, Marlorat (in locum) St. John, saith he, mentions first the Church of Ephesus, in respect of the dignity of the place;
I wholly wave many other Evidences, and descend to a late Protestant Writer, Marlorat (in locum) Saint John, Says he, mentions First the Church of Ephesus, in respect of the dignity of the place;
And because the Authority of Mr. Beza, and Doctour Reinolds, may possibly go furthest with those, who have no great friendship for the Episcopal Dignity, let us (in the Point in hand) hear them.
And Because the authority of Mr. Beza, and Doctor Reinolds, may possibly go furthest with those, who have no great friendship for the Episcopal Dignity, let us (in the Point in hand) hear them.
To the Angel (saith Beza ) id est, NONLATINALPHABET, Quem nimirum oportuit inprimis de his rebus admoneri, ac per eum caeteros collegas, totamque adeo Ecclesiam.
To the Angel (Says Beza) id est,, Whom Nimirum Opportune inprimis de his rebus admoneri, ac per Eum Others Colleagues, totamque adeo Church.
yet there was one ever those many, whom our Saviour stiles the Angel of the Church, to whom he directs those things, which he would have the rest to learn from him.
yet there was one ever those many, whom our Saviour stile the Angel of the Church, to whom he directs those things, which he would have the rest to Learn from him.
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Again, the most antient Greek Manuscripts of the New Testament, in the concluson of the second Epistle to Timothy, have these words NONLATINALPHABET, &c. The second Epistle to Timothy, erdained the first Bishop of the Church of the Ephesians, &c. And in the end of the Epistle to Titus, we translate from the same Manuscripts, It was written to Titus, ordained the first Bishop of the Church of the Cretians.
Again, the most ancient Greek Manuscripts of the New Testament, in the concluson of the second Epistle to Timothy, have these words, etc. The second Epistle to Timothy, erdained the First Bishop of the Church of the Ephesians, etc. And in the end of the Epistle to Titus, we translate from the same Manuscripts, It was written to Titus, ordained the First Bishop of the Church of the Cretians.
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As Kingly Government, was (in a sort) Typical of Christ; but because it was not onely Typical of Christ, but Instituted likewise for the great ends of Government, it may, and ought to be retained:
As Kingly Government, was (in a sort) Typical of christ; but Because it was not only Typical of christ, but Instituted likewise for the great ends of Government, it may, and ought to be retained:
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Thus you have an account of these Governours in the Church (the Reverend Bishops) sent by the King; I mean, in respect of the External, and Accidental things of Religion:
Thus you have an account of these Governors in the Church (the Reverend Bishops) sent by the King; I mean, in respect of the External, and Accidental things of Religion:
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they have another Mission, even from the Holy Ghost, in respect of the Internal Preaching, and Administring Sacraments, Ordaining, Binding and Loosing, and such like.
they have Another Mission, even from the Holy Ghost, in respect of the Internal Preaching, and Administering Sacraments, Ordaining, Binding and Losing, and such like.
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There is such an affinity between these two, that in Common-Wealths, where the Government is by many, they always commend the Affairs of the Church to the Clergy,
There is such an affinity between these two, that in Common-Wealths, where the Government is by many, they always commend the Affairs of the Church to the Clergy,
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Presbytery no way comporting with Monarthy. Hence that Preverbial saying, No Bishop, No King. A saying that may be easily derided, but not so easily refuted.
Presbytery no Way comporting with Monarthy. Hence that Preverbial saying, No Bishop, No King. A saying that may be Easily derided, but not so Easily refuted.
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Our own Chronicles tell us, that King Edward the Elder, by Constituting five new Bishops, stopped an Inundation of Paganism, ready to break in on the West, for want of Pastours.
Our own Chronicles tell us, that King Edward the Elder, by Constituting five new Bishops, stopped an Inundation of Paganism, ready to break in on the West, for want of Pastors.
If any man question, or doubt of the Utility of this Reverend Order, let him look back upon the Torrent of Confusion, Heresy, and Blasphemy, that brake in upon us,
If any man question, or doubt of the Utility of this Reverend Order, let him look back upon the Torrent of Confusion, Heresy, and Blasphemy, that brake in upon us,
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That, which his Soul longs for, as for the first-ripe fruit; you know the Apologue, how the Wolves would make peace with the Sheep, upon the condition, they would hang up all their dogs. Let but Episcopacy, and the Liturgy, be abolished,
That, which his Soul longs for, as for the first-ripe fruit; you know the Apologue, how the Wolves would make peace with the Sheep, upon the condition, they would hang up all their Dogs. Let but Episcopacy, and the Liturgy, be abolished,
There is nothing (that I know of) objected against this Order, but (that great Bug-bear ) the Covenant. Have we not lifted up our hands to the God of Heaven,
There is nothing (that I know of) objected against this Order, but (that great Bugbear) the Covenant. Have we not lifted up our hands to the God of Heaven,
You have Covenanted, and sworn the Extirpation of Prelacy: so did Herod binde himself with an oath to Herodias Daughter, that he would give her whatsoever she should ask;
You have Covenanted, and sworn the Extirpation of Prelacy: so did Herod bind himself with an oath to Herodias Daughter, that he would give her whatsoever she should ask;
Acts xxiii. 12. Had those men done well in killing Paul; because they had bound themselves by a curse? or did Herod well, in giving John Baprist 's Head to the Damsel, for his Oath 's sake? you will (I presume) say, No. Why No? would you not have them keep their Oath? I;
Acts xxiii. 12. Had those men done well in killing Paul; Because they had bound themselves by a curse? or did Herod well, in giving John Baprist is Head to the Damsel, for his Oath is sake? you will (I presume) say, No. Why No? would you not have them keep their Oath? I;
but it was an unjust Oath. So was yours, and will be found defective in the Properties, required in a just Oath, Truth, Judgment, and Righteousness ( Jer. iv. 2.) And we may soberly suppose, that many men Covenanted against the Bishops, for their Land's sake onely.
but it was an unjust Oath. So was yours, and will be found defective in the Properties, required in a just Oath, Truth, Judgement, and Righteousness (Jer. iv. 2.) And we may soberly suppose, that many men Covenanted against the Bishops, for their Land's sake only.
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Bur, if any man can say, He took the Covenant, in Truth, Judgment, and Righteousness, he might lie under some temptation or keeping it, had it not wanted (that, which is essentially necessary to render an Oath obliging ) a lawfull Authority to impose it.
Bur, if any man can say, He took the Covenant, in Truth, Judgement, and Righteousness, he might lie under Some temptation or keeping it, had it not wanted (that, which is essentially necessary to render an Oath obliging) a lawful authority to impose it.
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and he, who will persist in it because he hath taken it, justifies his doing of evil, by doing of worse. Since therefore through the goodness of God, and his Majestie 's undaunted Resolution) the Reverend Bishops are restored to the Church, and sent as Governours by the King:
and he, who will persist in it Because he hath taken it, Justifies his doing of evil, by doing of Worse. Since Therefore through the Goodness of God, and his Majesty is undaunted Resolution) the Reverend Bishops Are restored to the Church, and sent as Governors by the King:
if you be Members of this Spiritual House, you must submit to their Directions, and Injunctions, in all Rites, Ceremonies, and Circumstances of Religion.
if you be Members of this Spiritual House, you must submit to their Directions, and Injunctions, in all Rites, Ceremonies, and circumstances of Religion.
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then Hecatombs of Oxen, Thousands of Rams, or ten Thousand Rivers of Oyl. An Heathen could say, NONLATINALPHABET Prayers are a more acceptable Sacrifice to God,
then Hecatombs of Oxen, Thousands of Rams, or ten Thousand rivers of Oil. an Heathen could say, Prayers Are a more acceptable Sacrifice to God,
Prayer is a Duty so absolutely necessary for every person, who acknowledgeth a Deitie, that Nature hath dictated it to those, who were strangers to the Scriptures, and Aliens to the Common-Wealth of Israel.
Prayer is a Duty so absolutely necessary for every person, who acknowledgeth a Deity, that Nature hath dictated it to those, who were Strangers to the Scriptures, and Aliens to the commonwealth of Israel.
The Mariners (in Jonah ) when the Storm was upon on them, cryed, every man, unto his God; (Chap. i. verse 5.) and the Mr. of the Ship rebuked the Prophet himself sharply for neglecting this Duty, with What meanest thou, O Sleeper? Arise, call upin thy God;
The Mariners (in Jonah) when the Storm was upon on them, cried, every man, unto his God; (Chap. i. verse 5.) and the Mr. of the Ship rebuked the Prophet himself sharply for neglecting this Duty, with What Meanest thou, Oh Sleeper? Arise, call upin thy God;
Secondly, For Place: either in Closet, Ʋpper-Room, Garden, Fields, or elswhere, with conveniency. Thirdly, For the Manner: either taking unto our selves words, and expressions of our own,
Secondly, For Place: either in Closet, Ʋpper-Room, Garden, Fields, or elsewhere, with conveniency. Thirdly, For the Manner: either taking unto our selves words, and expressions of our own,
but are under the direction on of our Spiritual guids, or Governours, in all these respects of time, place, and form. In then two first of these, time, and place, all (who are called Christians ) agree, that the King, (or Governours under him) may prescribe, that publique Prayers shall be made at such times, and in such places onely.
but Are under the direction on of our Spiritual guides, or Governors, in all these respects of time, place, and from. In then two First of these, time, and place, all (who Are called Christians) agree, that the King, (or Governors under him) may prescribe, that public Prayers shall be made At such times, and in such places only.
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And others (who allow the King, and those, who are under him, authority to prescribe a form of publique Prayer ) wil not admit of that, which we call The Book of Common Prayer, and Administration of the Sacraments.
And Others (who allow the King, and those, who Are under him, Authority to prescribe a from of public Prayer) will not admit of that, which we call The Book of Common Prayer, and Administration of the Sacraments.
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In the sixth Chapter of the Book of Numbers, verse 22, and foreward, you have a form of Blessing the people prescribed, by God himself, to Aaron, and his sons.
In the sixth Chapter of the Book of Numbers, verse 22, and forward, you have a from of Blessing the people prescribed, by God himself, to Aaron, and his Sons.
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The Lord spake unto Moses, saying, Speak unto Aaron, and his sons, saying, On this wise ye shall bless the Children of Israel, saying unto them, The Lord bless thee, and keep thee;
The Lord spoke unto Moses, saying, Speak unto Aaron, and his Sons, saying, On this wise you shall bless the Children of Israel, saying unto them, The Lord bless thee, and keep thee;
And thou shalt go unto the Priest, that shall be in those days, and say unto him, I profess this day unto the Lord thy God, that I am come unto the Countrey, which the Lord sware unto our Fathers for to give us (Deut: xxvi. 3) and ( verse 5.) Thou shalt speak, and say before the Lord thy God, A Syrian ready to perish was my Father, &c.
And thou shalt go unto the Priest, that shall be in those days, and say unto him, I profess this day unto the Lord thy God, that I am come unto the Country, which the Lord sware unto our Father's for to give us (Deuteronomy: xxvi. 3) and (verse 5.) Thou shalt speak, and say before the Lord thy God, A Syrian ready to perish was my Father, etc.
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When they went to Battel, a Form was prescribed ( Deut: xx. 3.) a form of Thanksgiving for victory, and deliverance. Then sang Moses, and the Children of Israel, this Song unto the Lord,
When they went to Battle, a From was prescribed (Deuteronomy: xx. 3.) a from of Thanksgiving for victory, and deliverance. Then sang Moses, and the Children of Israel, this Song unto the Lord,
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for he hath triumphed gloriously, the Horse, and his Rider hath He thrown into the Sea, &c. (Exod. xx. 1.) This Song was composed by Moses, and learned by all the People,
for he hath triumphed gloriously, the Horse, and his Rider hath He thrown into the Sea, etc. (Exod xx. 1.) This Song was composed by Moses, and learned by all the People,
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(Isa. xxxviii. 20.) And the same Hezekiah commanded the Levites to ling praises to God, with the words of David, and Asaph. (2 Chron. xxix. 30.) VVith the Words of David, and Asaph;
(Isaiah xxxviii. 20.) And the same Hezekiah commanded the Levites to ling praises to God, with the words of David, and Asaph. (2 Chronicles xxix. 30.) With the Words of David, and Asaph;
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though he say in St. Matthew, After this manner therefore pray ye, Our Father, &c. ( Matt. vi. 9.) yet he saith in St. Luke, When ye pray, say, Our Father, &c. ( Luke xi. 2.) Since therefore Christ (in whom all the Treasures of Wisdom,
though he say in Saint Matthew, After this manner Therefore pray you, Our Father, etc. (Matt. vi. 9.) yet he Says in Saint Lycia, When you pray, say, Our Father, etc. (Lycia xi. 2.) Since Therefore christ (in whom all the Treasures of Wisdom,
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Thirdly, The Example of St. John Baptist; who taught his Disciples to Pray, by prescribing them a Form (which occasioned the Disciples of Christ to desire,
Thirdly, The Exampl of Saint John Baptist; who taught his Disciples to Pray, by prescribing them a From (which occasioned the Disciples of christ to desire,
and him to answer their reqnest, in giving them a Form) Luke xi. 1. To which (that excellent Person, whose loss the Church could hardly have sustained, had not God, by his Providence, in taking him from us, near the time of His Majestie's happy Restauration, swallowed up our Sorrows in victory of that Joy) the ever-to-be-Honoured Doctour Hammond adds an Apostolical Example, from that saying of Saint Paul, in the first to the Corinthians, xiv. 26. How is it then Brethren? When you come together, every one of you hath a Psalm.
and him to answer their reqnest, in giving them a From) Lycia xi. 1. To which (that excellent Person, whose loss the Church could hardly have sustained, had not God, by his Providence, in taking him from us, near the time of His Majesty's happy Restauration, swallowed up our Sorrows in victory of that Joy) the ever-to-be-Honoured Doctor Hammond adds an Apostolical Exampl, from that saying of Saint Paul, in the First to the Corinthians, xiv. 26. How is it then Brothers? When you come together, every one of you hath a Psalm.
The Greek Church hath Records of Liturgies, or set Forms of Prayer, made by St. James, contracted by St. Basil, and again abbreviated by St. Chrysostom. And Histories mention a short Form of St. Peter's; which alone (they say) was used in the Roman Church for a great while.
The Greek Church hath Records of Liturgies, or Set Forms of Prayer, made by Saint James, contracted by Saint Basil, and again abbreviated by Saint Chrysostom. And Histories mention a short From of Saint Peter's; which alone (they say) was used in the Roman Church for a great while.
or doubt) St. Augustine (I am sure) speaks of some Forms, retained in the Church, (and still to be found in our Liturgy) particularly that (in the Administration of the Lord's Supper) of Sursum corda, &c. Lift up your hearts. Of which he saith, that they are ( Verba ab ipsis Apostolorum temporibus petita ) expressions borrowed from the very times of the Apostles.
or doubt) Saint Augustine (I am sure) speaks of Some Forms, retained in the Church, (and still to be found in our Liturgy) particularly that (in the Administration of the Lord's Supper) of Sursum Corda, etc. Lift up your hearts. Of which he Says, that they Are (Verba ab Ipse Apostolorum temporibus petita) expressions borrowed from the very times of the Apostles.
and called it (Blasphemously) NONLATINALPHABET, and NONLATINALPHABET, confusion, or Confused mixture, and it is reported of Alphenso (Surnamed The Wise ) one of the Kings of Castile, that he used many times to say, That,
and called it (Blasphemously), and, confusion, or Confused mixture, and it is reported of Alphenso (Surnamed The Wise) one of the Kings of Castile, that he used many times to say, That,
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because it is no more then the Holy Ghost hath foretold concerning these times, by the Apostles, St Peter, and St. Jude. There shall come in the last days scoffers, 2 Pet. 3. There shall be Mockers in the last time;
Because it is no more then the Holy Ghost hath foretold Concerning these times, by the Apostles, Saint Peter, and Saint U^de. There shall come in the last days scoffers, 2 Pet. 3. There shall be Mockers in the last time;
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Thirdly, As when one goes forth to encounter his Adversary, with a Rush, or Reed onely in his hand, we rationally conclude, that he hath not a Sword, or Spear in his Armory:
Thirdly, As when one Goes forth to encounter his Adversary, with a Rush, or Reed only in his hand, we rationally conclude, that he hath not a Sword, or Spear in his Armoury:
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So, when men bring railing Accusations onely against our Liturgie, we may safely conclude, That it is because they are destitute of every thing, that is solid,
So, when men bring railing Accusations only against our Liturgy, we may safely conclude, That it is Because they Are destitute of every thing, that is solid,
Mr. Calvin himself hath afforded it such a fair Testimony under his Hand, that one would think, his Disciples (for their Master's reputation at least) should forbear to blaspheme it.
Mr. calvin himself hath afforded it such a fair Testimony under his Hand, that one would think, his Disciples (for their Masters reputation At least) should forbear to Blaspheme it.
Mr. John Hullyer, (Fellow of King 's College in Cambridg ) who suffered Martyrdom in Queen Mary 's days, Anno 1557.) being at the Stake, among many other Books, that were thrown into the fire to him, it happened, that a Common-Prayer-Book fell between his hands, which he joyfully received, open'd,
Mr. John Hullyer, (Fellow of King is College in Cambridge) who suffered Martyrdom in Queen Marry is days, Anno 1557.) being At the Stake, among many other Books, that were thrown into the fire to him, it happened, that a Common prayer book fell between his hands, which he joyfully received, opened,
and then he fell to Prayer, holding his hands up to Heaven, and the Book between his Arms, next his Heart, thanking God for that mercy in sending him it ( Acts, & Men. pag. 18 18.)
and then he fell to Prayer, holding his hands up to Heaven, and the Book between his Arms, next his Heart, thanking God for that mercy in sending him it (Acts, & Men. page. 18 18.)
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Doctour Taylor (in the Conference between him, and Gardiner, Jan. 22. Anno 1555.) There was (saith he) set forth by the most innocent King Edward (for whom God be praised everlastingly) the whole Church-Service, with great deliberation,
Doctor Taylor (in the Conference between him, and Gardiner, Jan. 22. Anno 1555.) There was (Says he) Set forth by the most innocent King Edward (for whom God be praised everlastingly) the Whole Church-Service, with great deliberation,
and yet by that one Reformation, it was so fully perfected, according to the Rules of our Religion, in every behalf, That no Christian Conscience can be offended with any thing therein contained, ( Acts, & Mon, fol. 1521.) Mind the words of this Holy Martyr [ No Christian Conscience can be offended with any thing therein contained) and yet what Swarms of Exceptions fly in the Face of it? A plenteous showr of Rain, seldom brings forth more Mushroms, (or Toad-Stools) then the late Luxuriant Age hath produced Exceptions against this Book.
and yet by that one Reformation, it was so Fully perfected, according to the Rules of our Religion, in every behalf, That no Christian Conscience can be offended with any thing therein contained, (Acts, & Mon, fol. 1521.) Mind the words of this Holy Martyr [ No Christian Conscience can be offended with any thing therein contained) and yet what Swarms of Exceptions fly in the Face of it? A plenteous shower of Rain, seldom brings forth more Mushrooms, (or Toad-Stools) then the late Luxuriant Age hath produced Exceptions against this Book.
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Concerning which, take the Judgment of Mr. Hooker; Whosoever doth measure them by number, must needs be out of love with a thing that hath so many faults:
Concerning which, take the Judgement of Mr. Hooker; Whosoever does measure them by number, must needs be out of love with a thing that hath so many Faults:
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Whosoever by weight, cannot choose but esteem very highly of that, wherein the wit of so scrupulous Adversaries hath not hitherto observed any defect, which themselves can seriously think to be of moment, (Eccles. Pol. B. 5. Sect. 27.) The examination of these Exceptions, will be our third Step. III. The Exceptions commonly brought against our Liturgie, are either general, or more particular.
Whosoever by weight, cannot choose but esteem very highly of that, wherein the wit of so scrupulous Adversaries hath not hitherto observed any defect, which themselves can seriously think to be of moment, (Eccles. Pol. B. 5. Sect. 27.) The examination of these Exceptions, will be our third Step. III. The Exceptions commonly brought against our Liturgy, Are either general, or more particular.
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First, (In the words of Learned Mr. Hocker ) It were violent, and extream, to say, that in nothing they may be followed, who are of the Church of Rome. (They acknowledg the Scriptures, of the Old and New Testament, to be the Word of God:
First, (In the words of Learned Mr. Hocker) It were violent, and extreme, to say, that in nothing they may be followed, who Are of the Church of Room. (They acknowledge the Scriptures, of the Old and New Testament, to be the Word of God:
which being unsafe, and unlawful, we follow them, notwithstanding, in all, wherein they follow those Holy and Antient Fathers, which first planted the Truth among them.
which being unsafe, and unlawful, we follow them, notwithstanding, in all, wherein they follow those Holy and Ancient Father's, which First planted the Truth among them.
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We are assured by an Argument of Christ 's own making, that it is not Popish: for (saith our Saviour, Every Kingdom, divided against it self, is brought to desolation;
We Are assured by an Argument of christ is own making, that it is not Popish: for (Says our Saviour, Every Kingdom, divided against it self, is brought to desolation;
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(Luke. xi. 17.) John Ould (in Queen Mary 's days) wrote against the Papists, in Defence of the Common-Prayer-Book. And Cranmer made a Challenge, That,
(Lycia. xi. 17.) John Old (in Queen Marry is days) wrote against the Papists, in Defence of the Common prayer book. And Cranmer made a Challenge, That,
Thirdly, It is a known truth, that our Reformers retained not any part of the Popish Service, but reformed their Breviary, Processional, and Mass-Book (as they did their Doctrine ) retaining nothing,
Thirdly, It is a known truth, that our Reformers retained not any part of the Popish Service, but reformed their Breviary, Processional, and Mass-Book (as they did their Doctrine) retaining nothing,
And if it be said, that some Papists have boasted, that our Service is but their Mass in English. It is (certainly) a most unreasonable thing, that they who will not believe the Papist in any thing else, should believe them in their vain boast against us,
And if it be said, that Some Papists have boasted, that our Service is but their Mass in English. It is (Certainly) a most unreasonable thing, that they who will not believe the Papist in any thing Else, should believe them in their vain boast against us,
Now there cannot be a surer evidence of the innocency of our Liturgie, then the contrary Censures, which it hath undergon between these two Persecutours in the extream:
Now there cannot be a Surer evidence of the innocency of our Liturgy, then the contrary Censures, which it hath undergone between these two Persecutors in the extreme:
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but (as Mr. Hooker in his Ep. Dedicatory to his fifth Book: ) for the greatest part, such silly things, that the easiness renders them hard to be Disputed of in a serious manner.
but (as Mr. Hooker in his Epistle Dedicatory to his fifth Book:) for the greatest part, such silly things, that the easiness renders them hard to be Disputed of in a serious manner.
the one of Mamercus Bishop of Vienna (about 450. years after Christ) the other of Sidonius Bishop of Averna, who by the frequent and fervent use of the Rogation, or Litany, obtained of God the aversion of portended Calamities,
the one of Mamercus Bishop of Vienna (about 450. Years After christ) the other of Sidonius Bishop of Averna, who by the frequent and fervent use of the Rogation, or Litany, obtained of God the aversion of portended Calamities,
and the removing of Famine, and a Potent Enemy, which besieged them. This part of our Service ( the Litany ) was Called by the Ancients NONLATINALPHABET earnest, or intense Prayer:
and the removing of Famine, and a Potent Enemy, which besieged them. This part of our Service (the Litany) was Called by the Ancients earnest, or intense Prayer:
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then in any other part of the Service, Concerning which three things have been offered to be justified against any Gainsayers; (but no man hath yet entred the Lifts.) 1. That there is not any where extant a more particular excellent enumeration of all the private,
then in any other part of the Service, Concerning which three things have been offered to be justified against any Gainsayers; (but no man hath yet entered the Lifts.) 1. That there is not any where extant a more particular excellent enumeration of all the private,
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Supplications, Prayers, Intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men. Not a more artificial composure, for the raising of our zeal, and keeping it up,
Supplications, Prayers, Intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men. Not a more artificial composure, for the raising of our zeal, and keeping it up,
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For which (and other Excellencies, undoubtedly it is (and not for any coniuring or swearing in it (as some Blasphemously have said) that the Divel hath took such care, that it should drink de peest of the bitter cup of calumnie, and reviling.
For which (and other Excellencies, undoubtedly it is (and not for any conjuring or swearing in it (as Some Blasphemously have said) that the devil hath took such care, that it should drink the peest of the bitter cup of calumny, and reviling.
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And with thy Spirit, Answer the people 2. To quicken devotion which is but to prone to dull and slacken by continual heairng. 3. To engage every one present, to be no idle,
And with thy Spirit, Answer the people 2. To quicken devotion which is but to prove to dull and slacken by continual heairng. 3. To engage every one present, to be no idle,
Thirdly, For the three Creeds (the Apostles, Nicene, and Athanasius his Creed ) they have been (of old) a badg of the Church, a mark to discern Christians, from Infidels,
Thirdly, For the three Creeds (the Apostles, Nicene, and Athanasius his Creed) they have been (of old) a badge of the Church, a mark to discern Christians, from Infidels,
Athanasius his Creed, composed by that Father. (who alone opposed himself to that Torrent of Arrianism, which had over flowed the whole world) was, both in the East, and Western - Church, accounted as a Treasure of great price.
Athanasius his Creed, composed by that Father. (who alone opposed himself to that Torrent of Arianism, which had over flowed the Whole world) was, both in the East, and Western - Church, accounted as a Treasure of great price.
There is not any imaginable ground of rejecting either of these, unless is be to gratifie the Separatists, who are professed denyers, of one Article [ the Holy Catholick Church. ]
There is not any imaginable ground of rejecting either of these, unless is be to gratify the Separatists, who Are professed Denyers, of one Article [ the Holy Catholic Church. ]
the former Versicle of it, being (according to good Authours) composed by the first Councel of Nice: and appointed by those Fathers to be used in the Church,
the former Versicle of it, being (according to good Authors) composed by the First Council of Nicaenae: and appointed by those Father's to be used in the Church,
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And for the other Versicle [ As it was in the Beginning, &c. ] when the Macedonian Hereticks excepted against the Divinity of the Holy Ghost, as a Novel Doctrine, Saint Jerom, Opposition to them, added that unto the former Versicle.
And for the other Versicle [ As it was in the Beginning, etc. ] when the Macedonian Heretics excepted against the Divinity of the Holy Ghost, as a Novel Doctrine, Saint Jerome, Opposition to them, added that unto the former Versicle.
Fifthly, For the reading of the Commandements and the Responses after them: It must be acknowledged, that it is not antiently to be found in the Church,
Fifthly, For the reading of the commandments and the Responses After them: It must be acknowledged, that it is not anciently to be found in the Church,
as a part of the Service, no not till King Edward 's second Liturgie, (by which yet we have this Advantage, That Popery cannot be charged upon it ) yet it will appear to be a profitable Part of Devotion.
as a part of the Service, no not till King Edward is second Liturgy, (by which yet we have this Advantage, That Popery cannot be charged upon it) yet it will appear to be a profitable Part of Devotion.
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For the Priest, after a Prayer for Grace to love God, and keep His Commandements, [ Almighty God, unto whom all Hearts be open, &c. ] is appointed to stand,
For the Priest, After a Prayer for Grace to love God, and keep His commandments, [ Almighty God, unto whom all Hearts be open, etc. ] is appointed to stand,
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for every thing, in which we have violated his Holy Commandments [ Lord have Mercy upon us ] Secondly, Grace for the time to come, to perform that, which is acceptable to God [ And incline our Hearts to keep this Law. ]
for every thing, in which we have violated his Holy commandments [ Lord have Mercy upon us ] Secondly, Grace for the time to come, to perform that, which is acceptable to God [ And incline our Hearts to keep this Law. ]
It is of long standing in the Church, we have an undeniable Evidence of it, in the Canons of the Councels about the Lapsi, & excommunicati, (the Fallen into some scandalous Sin,
It is of long standing in the Church, we have an undeniable Evidence of it, in the Canonas of the Counsels about the Lapsi, & excommunicati, (the Fallen into Some scandalous since,
and Excommunicate) which take Care, that they should have the Peace of the Church at their Departure out of the World ( in extremis ) and (if with Expressions of Penitence they, desire it) the Holy Sacrament. No Person can be dissatistied with this, who hath,
and Excommunicate) which take Care, that they should have the Peace of the Church At their Departure out of the World (in extremis) and (if with Expressions of Penitence they, desire it) the Holy Sacrament. No Person can be dissatistied with this, who hath,
And thus there is enough (I suppose) said, to reconcile any sober Person (who hath a better Esteem of Antiquity, then Novelty ) to the Liturgie of our Church, and to confirm those (who are perswaded, according to Saint Peter 's Doctrine) that they ow Obedience to the Reverend Bishops, as Governours sent by the King ) in their Religious Observation of it,
And thus there is enough (I suppose) said, to reconcile any Sobrium Person (who hath a better Esteem of Antiquity, then Novelty) to the Liturgy of our Church, and to confirm those (who Are persuaded, according to Saint Peter is Doctrine) that they owe obedience to the Reverend Bishops, as Governors sent by the King) in their Religious Observation of it,
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and that strictly, and precisely, according to the Rubrick, in every thing contained in, and required by it at least till the same Authority, that Established,
and that strictly, and precisely, according to the Rubric, in every thing contained in, and required by it At least till the same authority, that Established,
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The Inconveniences of altering any thing in the Publick Established Liturgy of a Church are so visible and notorious, that no Wise men will, without Cogent Necessity, rush upon it,
The Inconveniences of altering any thing in the Public Established Liturgy of a Church Are so visible and notorious, that no Wise men will, without Cogent Necessity, rush upon it,
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or a few Bricks out of the Wall, because they are not (as is pretended) well burnt, that the Persons of that Perswasion and Importunity, will take leave to pluck them out one by one, till they leave no Wall at all.
or a few Bricks out of the Wall, Because they Are not (as is pretended) well burned, that the Persons of that Persuasion and Importunity, will take leave to pluck them out one by one, till they leave no Wall At all.
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It is an unpardonable Errour in any, to think, that the Act of Reformation, consists in the taking away things, together with the abuse of them (if any be) for, that cannot be said to be Reformed, which is made New Reformation is (properly) Repetitio vel restitutio facti antique, The Repetition or Restitution of an antient Custome.
It is an unpardonable Error in any, to think, that the Act of Reformation, consists in the taking away things, together with the abuse of them (if any be) for, that cannot be said to be Reformed, which is made New Reformation is (properly) Repetitio vel Restitution facti antique, The Repetition or Restitution of an ancient Custom.
Thus, let our Liturgie, (if it stand in any need) be reformed; but God of his Mercy grant, that neither our Liturgie, nor the Administratours of it, fall again under a Gunpowder-Reformation.
Thus, let our Liturgy, (if it stand in any need) be reformed; but God of his Mercy grant, that neither our Liturgy, nor the Administrators of it, fallen again under a Gunpowder-Reformation.
It is said of Rome, that she never understood what Cato was aright, till she had lost him ( Catonem non intellexit civitas, nisi cum perdidit ) the loss we sustained through the abolishing our Liturgie (by that Ordinance, which was discharged against it) will have (I hope) such an impression upon the Spirits of all those, that have good will for the Church of England, that it will not (for the time to come) be an easy matter for those, that rise up against it, to cast it down a second time.
It is said of Room, that she never understood what Cato was aright, till she had lost him (Catonem non intellexit Civitas, nisi cum perdidit) the loss we sustained through the abolishing our Liturgy (by that Ordinance, which was discharged against it) will have (I hope) such an impression upon the Spirits of all those, that have good will for the Church of England, that it will not (for the time to come) be an easy matter for those, that rise up against it, to cast it down a second time.
To prevent which, 1. Do not provoke God through your want of Diligence, in assembling your selves together, to deliver up the Liturgie into the hands of violent men, skilful to destroy.
To prevent which, 1. Do not provoke God through your want of Diligence, in assembling your selves together, to deliver up the Liturgy into the hands of violent men, skilful to destroy.
or enjoy it not, he will have a just occasion Administred, to take that from you, upon which you set so little value. 2 Let your Ardour and Fervency in performing this prescribed Service testifie to God, Angels,
or enjoy it not, he will have a just occasion Administered, to take that from you, upon which you Set so little valve. 2 Let your Ardour and Fervency in performing this prescribed Service testify to God, Angels,
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If you do thus, God will delight to establish it, and make it appear, that it is a Plant of your Heavenly Father's Planting, which no mortal hand shall be able to pluck up.
If you do thus, God will delight to establish it, and make it appear, that it is a Plant of your Heavenly Father's Planting, which no Mortal hand shall be able to pluck up.
