A sermon preach'd before the honourable Company of Merchants trading to the Levant-Seas at St. Peter-Poor, Dec. 15. 1695 by Henry Maundrell ...

Maundrell, Henry, 1665-1701
Publisher: Printed for Daniel Brown
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1696
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A50326 ESTC ID: R19829 STC ID: M1356
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Ecclesiastes VII, 16-17; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON Preach'd before the Levant-Company. ECCLES. Chap. VII. Vers. 16, 17. Be not Righteous Over-much, neither make thy self Over-wise: A SERMON Preached before the Levant-Company. ECCLES. Chap. VII. Vers. 16, 17. Be not Righteous Overmuch, neither make thy self Overwise: dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. np1. np1 np1. np1 crd, crd vbb xx j j, av-dx vvi po21 n1 j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 Why shouldest thou destroy thy self? Be not Over-much Wicked, neither be thou Foolish: Why shouldest thou dye before thy Time? Why Shouldst thou destroy thy self? Be not Overmuch Wicked, neither be thou Foolish: Why Shouldst thou die before thy Time? q-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1? vbb xx j j, av-dx vbi pns21 j: q-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 THESE words are the Counsel of the All-wise God; THESE words Are the Counsel of the Alwise God; d n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
3 deliver'd also to us by the Wisest of Men, King Solomon. And 'tis well they come so Recommended, Delivered also to us by the Wisest of Men, King Solomon. And it's well they come so Recommended, vvn av p-acp pno12 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, n1 np1. cc pn31|vbz av pns32 vvb av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 1
4 since they may be thought to stand in need of so great an Authority to defend them from those Objections which every Man's Reason, at first hearing, is apt to suggest against them. since they may be Thought to stand in need of so great an authority to defend them from those Objections which every Man's Reason, At First hearing, is apt to suggest against them. c-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n2 r-crq d ng1 n1, p-acp ord vvg, vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
5 Be not Righteous Over-much, neither make thy self Over-wise: Be not Righteous Overmuch, neither make thy self Overwise: vbb xx j j, av-dx vvi po21 n1 j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
6 Is this like the usual Stile and Language of Inspiration? Can those Lively Oracles of God's Word, whose whole aim it is to advance us to the highest Degrees of Righteousness and Wisdom that our Nature is capable of, Is this like the usual Style and Language of Inspiration? Can those Lively Oracles of God's Word, whose Whole aim it is to advance us to the highest Degrees of Righteousness and Wisdom that our Nature is capable of, vbz d av-j dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1? vmb d j n2 pp-f npg1 n1, rg-crq j-jn vvb pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 cst po12 n1 vbz j pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
7 so far contradict their own design, as to bid us not be Over-wise, or Over-righteous? Can those Sacred Writings, which in other places command us to be holy, even as he that hath called us is holy; so Far contradict their own Design, as to bid us not be Overwise, or Over-righteous? Can those Sacred Writings, which in other places command us to be holy, even as he that hath called us is holy; av av-j vvi po32 d n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 xx vbi j, cc j? vmb d j n2-vvg, r-crq p-acp j-jn n2 vvb pno12 pc-acp vbi j, av c-acp pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 vbz j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
8 Perfect, as our father which is in heaven is perfect, Here interpose a Caution against Over-much Perfection? Or can there be any danger of our ever being Over-righteous, the only Rule and Measure of whose Righteousness is to be taken from the Infinite Purity of God himself? Where may a man be bold, to exert his most Vigorous and Unconfined endeavour, without all danger of running into any excess, Perfect, as our father which is in heaven is perfect, Here interpose a Caution against Overmuch Perfection? Or can there be any danger of our ever being Over-righteous, the only Rule and Measure of whose Righteousness is to be taken from the Infinite Purity of God himself? Where may a man be bold, to exert his most Vigorous and Unconfined endeavour, without all danger of running into any excess, j, c-acp po12 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 vbz j, av vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1? cc vmb a-acp vbi d n1 pp-f po12 av vbg j, dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f rg-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 px31? q-crq vmb dt n1 vbi j, pc-acp vvi po31 av-ds j cc j n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
9 if not in his attempts after these excellent Endowments, Wisdom, and Righteousness? if not in his attempts After these excellent Endowments, Wisdom, and Righteousness? cs xx p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d j n2, n1, cc n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
10 Or admitting it were possible in the Nature of the thing, that men could ever be Over-wise, or Over-righteous; yet where is the Necessity of their being caution'd against these Extremes? Are they so Intemperate in their Applications to Wisdom and Righteousness, that they need a Bridle to check their too Swift and Aspiring Zeal? Do they bring in the Offerings of Righteousness in so vast a store, Or admitting it were possible in the Nature of the thing, that men could ever be Overwise, or Over-righteous; yet where is the Necessity of their being cautioned against these Extremes? are they so Intemperate in their Applications to Wisdom and Righteousness, that they need a Bridle to check their too Swift and Aspiring Zeal? Do they bring in the Offerings of Righteousness in so vast a store, cc vvg pn31 vbdr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst n2 vmd av vbi j, cc j; av q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 vbg vvn p-acp d n2-jn? vbr pns32 av j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 av j cc j-vvg n1? vdb pns32 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp av j dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
11 as the Jews did, of old, their Contributions for the Service of the Tabernacle, That it is requisite there should be a restraint laid upon their too profuse Liberality? Happy certainly were those Golden days of Solomon, if Wisdom and Righteousness so abounded! as the jews did, of old, their Contributions for the Service of the Tabernacle, That it is requisite there should be a restraint laid upon their too profuse Liberality? Happy Certainly were those Golden days of Solomon, if Wisdom and Righteousness so abounded! c-acp dt np2 vdd, pp-f j, po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vmd vbi dt n1 vvn p-acp po32 av j n1? j av-j vbdr d j n2 pp-f np1, cs n1 cc n1 av vvn! (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
12 And have we not now reason to cry out, Oh! that men would but be Wise, and Righteous enough, rather than to use this caution of Solomon, Be not Righteous Over-much, neither make thy self Over-wise. And have we not now reason to cry out, Oh! that men would but be Wise, and Righteous enough, rather than to use this caution of Solomon, Be not Righteous Overmuch, neither make thy self Overwise. cc vhb pns12 xx av n1 pc-acp vvi av, uh cst n2 vmd cc-acp vbi j, cc j av-d, av-c cs pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1, vbb xx j j, av-dx vvi po21 n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
13 Again, Be not Over-much Wicked; Is this also a command becoming the Purity of the Word of God? Does the Divine Law allow us to be Wicked in a lesser Degree, provided we are not Over much so? Is Wickedness so harmless a thing in its own nature, that, Again, Be not Overmuch Wicked; Is this also a command becoming the Purity of the Word of God? Does the Divine Law allow us to be Wicked in a lesser Degree, provided we Are not Over much so? Is Wickedness so harmless a thing in its own nature, that, av, vbb xx j j; vbz d av dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? vdz dt j-jn n1 vvb pno12 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt jc n1, vvd pns12 vbr xx p-acp d av? vbz n1 av j dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cst, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
14 like Wine, it is forbid, not in the use, but only in the excess of it? Or is there any measure of Sin that is but enough, seeing all that we are here forbid, is no more but only this, — Be not Wicked Over-much? like Wine, it is forbid, not in the use, but only in the excess of it? Or is there any measure of since that is but enough, seeing all that we Are Here forbid, is no more but only this, — Be not Wicked Overmuch? av-j n1, pn31 vbz vvn, xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? cc vbz pc-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp av-d, vvg d cst pns12 vbr av vvn, vbz dx dc cc-acp av-j d, — vbb xx j j? (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
15 These are Exceptions, that are apt naturally to arise in men's Minds, against the words that now lie before us; These Are Exceptions, that Are apt naturally to arise in men's Minds, against the words that now lie before us; d vbr n2, cst vbr j av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp ng2 n2, p-acp dt n2 cst av vvb p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 3
16 for what Degree of Righteousness or Wisdom can be so great, that it may be condemn'd as Over-much; or what Degree of Wickedness so little, that it may be acquitted as not so? for what Degree of Righteousness or Wisdom can be so great, that it may be condemned as Overmuch; or what Degree of Wickedness so little, that it may be acquitted as not so? p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi av j, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j; cc r-crq n1 pp-f n1 av j, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp xx av? (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
17 It will be necessary for me therefore, before I prosecute my Discourse any further, to insist a little upon the Vindication of my Text; It will be necessary for me Therefore, before I prosecute my Discourse any further, to insist a little upon the Vindication of my Text; pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno11 av, c-acp pns11 vvb po11 n1 d av-jc, pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
18 and to explain it in such a sense, as may not be liable to these Objections, and to explain it in such a sense, as may not be liable to these Objections, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp vmb xx vbi j p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
19 but more agreeable to the Holiness and Dignity of the Word of God, whereof this is a part. but more agreeable to the Holiness and Dignity of the Word of God, whereof this is a part. cc-acp av-dc j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq d vbz dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 4
20 Tho, I do acknowledge, some Orthodox Commentators have interpreted these words only in a Moral sense; Though, I do acknowledge, Some Orthodox Commentators have interpreted these words only in a Moral sense; av, pns11 vdb vvi, d n1 n2 vhb vvn d n2 av-j p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
21 and have so understood them, that hereby, the highest true Degrees of Righteouss, and Wisdom, cannot be in the least condemned; and have so understood them, that hereby, the highest true Degrees of Righteous, and Wisdom, cannot be in the least condemned; cc vhb av vvn pno32, cst av, dt av-js j n2 pp-f j, cc n1, vmbx vbi p-acp dt av-ds vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
22 but only the unreasonable Affectations, and arrogant Ostentations of both, and a censorious Pride, and rigid severity toward other men, arising from a Presumption of our excelling others in them: but only the unreasonable Affectations, and arrogant Ostentations of both, and a censorious Pride, and rigid severity towards other men, arising from a Presumption of our excelling Others in them: cc-acp av-j dt j n2, cc j n2 pp-f d, cc dt j n1, cc j n1 p-acp j-jn n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvg n2-jn p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
23 Yet, because I find divers other sound Interpreters have explain'd my Text in a larger, Yet, Because I find diverse other found Interpreters have explained my Text in a larger, av, c-acp pns11 vvb j j-jn j n2 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp dt jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
24 and more Spiritual sense, with reference to the principal Duties of our holy Religion, I think it more proper for my present business, in this Religious Assembly, to consider it chiefly according to this latter Interpretation. and more Spiritual sense, with Referente to the principal Duties of our holy Religion, I think it more proper for my present business, in this Religious Assembly, to Consider it chiefly according to this latter Interpretation. cc av-dc j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f po12 j n1, pns11 vvb pn31 av-dc j p-acp po11 j n1, p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 av-jn vvg p-acp d d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 4
25 In order to which, be pleased to observe, That these words Righteousness and Wisdom, are very frequently used in Scripture, to denote, not only those particular Virtues, but the intire body of Religion, with respect both to the Knowledge and Practice of it. In order to which, be pleased to observe, That these words Righteousness and Wisdom, Are very frequently used in Scripture, to denote, not only those particular Virtues, but the entire body of Religion, with respect both to the Knowledge and Practice of it. p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq, vbb vvn pc-acp vvi, cst d n2 n1 cc n1, vbr av av-j vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, xx av-j d j n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
26 According to which sense, he is a Righteous man who exercises a becomming Zeal in the whole practice of Religion; According to which sense, he is a Righteous man who exercises a becoming Zeal in the Whole practice of Religion; vvg p-acp r-crq n1, pns31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq n2 dt vvg n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
27 and he a Wise man, who is well instructed in its Principles and Mysteries. and he a Wise man, who is well instructed in its Principles and Mysteres. cc pns31 dt j n1, r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 5
28 But now, if this be the meaning of these words here in my Text, how can the Preacher's prohibition be justify'd? How is it possible for any one to be too Zealous in the Practice of Religion; or too studious to make himself Wise and Knowing in the Principles of it? But now, if this be the meaning of these words Here in my Text, how can the Preacher's prohibition be justified? How is it possible for any one to be too Zealous in the Practice of Religion; or too studious to make himself Wise and Knowing in the Principles of it? p-acp av, cs d vbb dt n1 pp-f d n2 av p-acp po11 n1, q-crq vmb dt ng1 n1 vbb vvn? q-crq vbz pn31 j p-acp d pi pc-acp vbi av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc av j pc-acp vvi px31 j cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31? (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 5
29 I answer, That it is true indeed, the Knowledge and Practice of Religion, are things of Infinite and Eternal Importance to us; I answer, That it is true indeed, the Knowledge and Practice of Religion, Are things of Infinite and Eternal Importance to us; pns11 vvb, cst pn31 vbz j av, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbr n2 pp-f j cc j n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
30 and do therefore both require and deserve to be made the Subjects of our most vigorous Zeal and Application. and do Therefore both require and deserve to be made the Subject's of our most vigorous Zeal and Application. cc vdb av av-d vvi cc vvi pc-acp vbi vvn dt n2-jn pp-f po12 av-ds j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
31 But it is no less true also, that there are certain Excesses and Irregularities, which men are prone to fall into, But it is no less true also, that there Are certain Excesses and Irregularities, which men Are prove to fallen into, p-acp pn31 vbz dx dc j av, cst a-acp vbr j n2 cc n2, r-crq n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
32 even in these most weighty concernments; upon account of which, they may be censured, as Over-wise, and Over-righteous. even in these most weighty concernments; upon account of which, they may be censured, as Overwise, and Over-righteous. av p-acp d av-ds j n2; p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq, pns32 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp j, cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 5
33 For 'tis a Maxim well known and approved amongst the Moralists, That Virtue consists in a Mean, or Mediocrity, between two extremes; For it's a Maxim well known and approved among the Moralists, That Virtue consists in a Mean, or Mediocrity, between two extremes; c-acp pn31|vbz dt n1 av vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2, cst n1 vvz p-acp dt j, cc n1, p-acp crd n2-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 5
34 and the holy Scripture suggests to us the same instruction, when it recommends to us, amongst its other Precepts, the Duty of Moderation, as a kind of Regulation, and the holy Scripture suggests to us the same instruction, when it recommends to us, among its other Precepts, the Duty of Moderation, as a kind of Regulation, cc dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno12 av d n1, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp pno12, p-acp po31 j-jn n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
35 and Government, to be appli'd to all the other Offices of Virtue and Religion; and Government, to be applied to all the other Offices of Virtue and Religion; cc n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
36 which rule of Moderation, holds good in reference even to these most precious Qualifications of Wisdom and Righteousness; There is a certain Measure and Government to be observ'd in our practice of them, without which, our very Wisdom will become absurd, and our Righteousness impious. According to that just censure of the Poet, Insani sapiens Nomen ferat, equus iniqui, Ultra, quàm satis est, Virtutem si petat ipsam. which Rule of Moderation, holds good in Referente even to these most precious Qualifications of Wisdom and Righteousness; There is a certain Measure and Government to be observed in our practice of them, without which, our very Wisdom will become absurd, and our Righteousness impious. According to that just censure of the Poet, Insane sapiens Nome ferat, equus iniqui, Ultra, quàm satis est, Virtutem si petat ipsam. r-crq n1 pp-f n1, vvz j p-acp n1 av p-acp d av-ds j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; a-acp vbz dt j vvb cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp r-crq, po12 j n1 vmb vvi j, cc po12 n1 j. vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 6
37 For the illustration of which Principle in Morals, we may borrow a resemblance from Natural things. For the illustration of which Principle in Morals, we may borrow a resemblance from Natural things. p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 p-acp n2, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
38 Our food, we know, if moderately taken, is the nourisher and sustainer of our Life; Our food, we know, if moderately taken, is the nourisher and sustainer of our Life; po12 n1, pns12 vvb, cs av-j vvn, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
39 but if used unseasonably, excessively, irregularly, it turns to our Disease instead of our Refreshment: Physick, but if used unseasonably, excessively, irregularly, it turns to our Disease instead of our Refreshment: Physic, cc-acp cs vvn av-j, av-j, av-j, pn31 vvz p-acp po12 n1 av pp-f po12 np1: n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
40 when skilfully appli'd, relieves the pains of the languishing Patient, and repairs the decays of his ruinous Tabernacle; when skilfully applied, relieves the pains of the languishing Patient, and repairs the decays of his ruinous Tabernacle; c-crq av-j vvn, vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
41 but when used, without due Measure, Art, and Regimen, it takes part with the Disease, which it was design'd to cure, and under the pretences of a Remedy, proves to be a Poison. The natural heat of the Body, but when used, without due Measure, Art, and Regimen, it Takes part with the Disease, which it was designed to cure, and under the pretences of a Remedy, Proves to be a Poison. The natural heat of the Body, cc-acp c-crq vvn, p-acp j-jn n1, n1, cc n2, pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pn31 vbds vvn p-acp vvi, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1. dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 6
42 when it is temperate and even, and actuates the Blood with a regular Circulation, is Health, and Vigor, and Life: when it is temperate and even, and actuates the Blood with a regular Circulation, is Health, and Vigor, and Life: c-crq pn31 vbz j cc j, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j np1, vbz n1, cc n1, cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
43 But the same Heat when it becomes feaverish, and raging, destroys that Body which before it animated, But the same Heat when it becomes feverish, and raging, Destroys that Body which before it animated, cc-acp dt d n1 c-crq pn31 vvz j, cc j-vvg, vvz d n1 r-crq c-acp pn31 vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
44 and the Patient dies with the Excess of his very Vital Flame. and the Patient die with the Excess of his very Vital Flame. cc dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
45 Thus in like manner, Righteousness and Wisdom are the Food of the hungry Soul, the Physick of the Sick, Thus in like manner, Righteousness and Wisdom Are the Food of the hungry Soul, the Physic of the Sick, av p-acp j n1, n1 cc n1 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
46 and the spiritual Heat and Life of the Mind. and the spiritual Heat and Life of the Mind. cc dt j vvb cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
47 But then also, if in relation to those so necessary Perfections, we exceed the bounds of Sobriety and Moderation, that Food oppresses, that Physick poysons, that Heat inflames and enrages our Souls. But then also, if in Relation to those so necessary Perfections, we exceed the bounds of Sobriety and Moderation, that Food Oppresses, that Physic poisons, that Heat inflames and enrages our Souls. p-acp av av, cs p-acp n1 p-acp d av j n2, pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst n1 vvz, cst n1 n2, cst vvb vvz cc vvz po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
48 Without that necessary mixture of Moderation, our Righteousness degenerates into a Furious Zeal, Superstition, and Bigotry; and our Wisdom into Prophaneness, Presumption, and undue Curiosity. Without that necessary mixture of Moderation, our Righteousness Degenerates into a Furious Zeal, Superstition, and Bigotry; and our Wisdom into Profaneness, Presumption, and undue Curiosity. p-acp cst j n1 pp-f n1, po12 n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, n1, cc n1; cc po12 n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 7
49 Now to restrain us from all these and the like excesses, is the principal part of the Wise-man's Prohibition in the former Verse of my Text, Be not Righteous over-much, neither make thy self over-wise. Now to restrain us from all these and the like Excesses, is the principal part of the Wiseman's Prohibition in the former Verse of my Text, Be not Righteous overmuch, neither make thy self overwise. av pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d d cc dt j n2, vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1, vbb xx j av, av-dx vvi po21 n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 7
50 The other Branch of the Prohibition is, Be not over-much wicked, neither be thou foolish: The other Branch of the Prohibition is, Be not overmuch wicked, neither be thou foolish: dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz, vbb xx av j, d vbi pns21 j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
51 Which Words are not to be so understood, as if they forbad only the higher degrees of wickedness, and yielded an indulgence to sins of a lesser size: Which Words Are not to be so understood, as if they forbade only the higher Degrees of wickedness, and yielded an indulgence to Sins of a lesser size: r-crq n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi av vvn, c-acp cs pns32 vvd av-j dt jc n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f dt jc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 7
52 For there can be no instance of Vice so inconsiderable either in its Measure or its Quality, as to find any toleration allow'd for it in the Law of God. For there can be no instance of Vice so inconsiderable either in its Measure or its Quality, as to find any toleration allowed for it in the Law of God. c-acp a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f n1 av j av-d p-acp po31 vvb cc po31 n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
53 But the being over-much wicked, relates to the duration of Sin, and not to the degree of it; But the being overmuch wicked, relates to the duration of since, and not to the degree of it; p-acp dt vbg av j, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
54 and forbids a long persistency and hardness in Wickedness, and not only the more heinous and exorbitant acts of Impiety. and forbids a long persistency and hardness in Wickedness, and not only the more heinous and exorbitant acts of Impiety. cc vvz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, cc xx av-j dt av-dc j cc j n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
55 This Exposition is sufficiently warranted by the Septuagint Translation of this place; in which the Word here render'd Foolish, is NONLATINALPHABET, and properly signifies Hard and Obstinate; This Exposition is sufficiently warranted by the septuagint translation of this place; in which the Word Here rendered Foolish, is, and properly signifies Hard and Obstinate; d n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt vvb n1 pp-f d n1; p-acp r-crq dt n1 av vvd j, vbz, cc av-j vvz j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
56 according to which Interpretation we may best understand the Words of the Wise-man, when he bids not to be over-much wicked, neither to be foolish. according to which Interpretation we may best understand the Words of the Wiseman, when he bids not to be overmuch wicked, neither to be foolish. vvg p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vmb av-js vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vbi av j, av-dx pc-acp vbi j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 8
57 From this account which has been given of the Text, we may now perceive that it contains in it, no such strange and unwarrantable meaning, From this account which has been given of the Text, we may now perceive that it contains in it, no such strange and unwarrantable meaning, p-acp d n1 r-crq vhz vbn vvn pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb av vvi cst pn31 vvz p-acp pn31, dx d j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
58 as we were apt in our first thoughts to imagine; as we were apt in our First thoughts to imagine; c-acp pns12 vbdr j p-acp po12 ord n2 pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
59 Since it appears, that the Prohibition here brought against over-much Righteousness and Wisdom, tends not to discourage us from applying our selves vigorously and faithfully to those great and important Endowments; Since it appears, that the Prohibition Here brought against overmuch Righteousness and Wisdom, tends not to discourage us from applying our selves vigorously and faithfully to those great and important Endowments; c-acp pn31 vvz, cst dt n1 av vvn p-acp av n1 cc n1, vvz xx pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvg po12 n2 av-j cc av-j p-acp d j cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
60 but only to restrain us from those Excesses and Irregularities which we are apt to run into in such applications: but only to restrain us from those Excesses and Irregularities which we Are apt to run into in such applications: cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
61 Nor is the Precept against over-much Wickedness intended to insinuate any such favourable opinion of Vice, Nor is the Precept against overmuch Wickedness intended to insinuate any such favourable opinion of Vice, ccx vbz dt n1 p-acp av n1 vvd pc-acp vvi d d j n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
62 as if the lower degrees of it were harmless and allowable, but rather to deter men from a long obdurateness and obstinacy in sin. as if the lower Degrees of it were harmless and allowable, but rather to deter men from a long obdurateness and obstinacy in since. c-acp cs dt jc n2 pp-f pn31 vbdr j cc j, cc-acp av-c pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 8
63 I shall observe therefore in the Text, a Caution given by the Wise-man against Three dangerous Excesses; I shall observe Therefore in the Text, a Caution given by the Wiseman against Three dangerous Excesses; pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 9
64 The two former incident to the Good and Religious man; the Last to the Wicked and Irreligious. The two former incident to the Good and Religious man; the Last to the Wicked and Irreligious. dt crd j j p-acp dt j cc j n1; dt vvb p-acp dt j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 9
65 The Good Man, Solomon cautions, 1st. Not to let his Zeal for Religion be immoderate and furious; The Good Man, Solomon cautions, 1st. Not to let his Zeal for Religion be immoderate and furious; dt j n1, np1 n2, ord. xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 vbb j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
66 Be not righteous over-much. 2dly. Not to let his Enquiries into the Mysteries of Religion be too curious and presumptuous; Neither make thy self over-wise. Be not righteous overmuch. 2dly. Not to let his Enquiries into the Mysteres of Religion be too curious and presumptuous; Neither make thy self overwise. vbb xx j av. av-j. xx pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vbb av j cc j; av-dx vvi po21 n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 9
67 Both which Cautions He backs with this Consideration, Why shouldst thou destroy thy self? The - Wicked Man, He warns against a long and obdurate Persistency in Sin; Both which Cautions He backs with this Consideration, Why Shouldst thou destroy thy self? The - Wicked Man, He warns against a long and obdurate Persistency in since; d r-crq n2 pns31 n2 p-acp d n1, uh-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1? dt - j n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 9
68 Be not over-much wicked, neither be thou foolish: Which warning He enforces by this Argument, Why shouldst thou dye before thy time? Be not overmuch wicked, neither be thou foolish: Which warning He inforces by this Argument, Why Shouldst thou die before thy time? vbb xx av j, av-dx vbi pns21 j: r-crq vvg pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, uh-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 9
69 These Three Cautions I take to be the principal and most useful matters contained in the Text; These Three Cautions I take to be the principal and most useful matters contained in the Text; d crd n2 pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt j-jn cc av-ds j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 9
70 And to illustrate them very briefly, and enforce them by the Arguments annex'd to them will be as much as I shall be able to dispatch, in the Time that is allow'd for my following Discourse. And to illustrate them very briefly, and enforce them by the Arguments annexed to them will be as much as I shall be able to dispatch, in the Time that is allowed for my following Discourse. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av av-j, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp pno32 vmb vbi c-acp av-d c-acp pns11 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp po11 j-vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 9
71 I begin with the first of these Cautions, viz. Let not thy Zeal for Religion be Immoderate and Furious. Which is the Counsel implied in these Words, Be not Righteous over-much. I begin with the First of these Cautions, viz. Let not thy Zeal for Religion be Immoderate and Furious. Which is the Counsel implied in these Words, Be not Righteous overmuch. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord pp-f d n2, n1 vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp n1 vbb j cc j. r-crq vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp d n2, vbb xx j av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 9
72 This is Advice very seasonable to all men, and at all times; This is advice very seasonable to all men, and At all times; d vbz n1 av j p-acp d n2, cc p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
73 it being an universal Error, too often in some measure visible in every Society and Party of men, to be transported into an Excessive Zeal, for the Patronage and Promotion of their own Persuasions. it being an universal Error, too often in Some measure visible in every Society and Party of men, to be transported into an Excessive Zeal, for the Patronage and Promotion of their own Persuasions. pn31 vbg dt j n1, av av p-acp d n1 j p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
74 Whatever Religion men have been train'd up in, 'tis natural for them to be fond of it afterwards; Whatever Religion men have been trained up in, it's natural for them to be found of it afterwards; r-crq n1 n2 vhb vbn vvn a-acp p-acp, pn31|vbz j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi j pp-f pn31 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
75 That fondness will as naturally incline them to wish well to it; That fondness will as naturally incline them to wish well to it; cst n1 vmb p-acp av-j vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi av p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
76 That kind Wish, to a Zeal and Endeavour for its Increase and Propagation. And it must be acknowledg'd, that this Zeal, so long as it contains it self within the bounds of Sobriety and Moderation, is so far from being culpable, that it is a Charitable and Generous Disposition. That kind Wish, to a Zeal and Endeavour for its Increase and Propagation. And it must be acknowledged, that this Zeal, so long as it contains it self within the bounds of Sobriety and Moderation, is so Far from being culpable, that it is a Charitable and Generous Disposition. cst j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc vvb p-acp po31 vvi cc n1. cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst d n1, av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbz av av-j p-acp vbg j, cst pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
77 And indeed, Religion is so near a Concern, and so engaging, that 'tis impossible for a man, who really has any, to be indifferent towards it, And indeed, Religion is so near a Concern, and so engaging, that it's impossible for a man, who really has any, to be indifferent towards it, cc av, n1 vbz av j dt vvb, cc av vvg, cst pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1, r-crq av-j vhz d, pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
78 or not affected for its Honour and Advancement. But from hence results the Excess which men are led into in this point: or not affected for its Honour and Advancement. But from hence results the Excess which men Are led into in this point: cc xx vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. cc-acp p-acp av vvz dt n1 r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 10
79 They are not contented to be soberly and temperately zealous, and to promote their Religion by such Rules and Measures as that Religion it self prescribes to them; They Are not contented to be soberly and temperately zealous, and to promote their Religion by such Rules and Measures as that Religion it self prescribes to them; pns32 vbr xx vvn pc-acp vbi av-j cc av-j j, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n2 cc vvz p-acp d n1 pn31 n1 vvz p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 10
80 but they run mad with an Excess of Zeal and Bigotry for it. Their Cause, they are confident, is the only righteous one; but they run mad with an Excess of Zeal and Bigotry for it. Their Cause, they Are confident, is the only righteous one; cc-acp pns32 vvb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. po32 n1, pns32 vbr j, vbz dt j j crd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 10
81 and then conclude, that they can never be over-righteous, in the promotion of it. and then conclude, that they can never be Over-righteous, in the promotion of it. cc av vvi, cst pns32 vmb av-x vbi j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 10
82 All other Persuasions are very Dagons to them, and must fall down at the feet of their Ark. All the Engines of Fury and Persecution must be set on foot, All other Persuasions Are very Dagons to them, and must fallen down At the feet of their Ark All the Engines of Fury and Persecution must be Set on foot, av-d j-jn n2 vbr j n2 p-acp pno32, cc vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 np1 av-d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 11
83 for the service of so meritorious a Cause; for the service of so meritorious a Cause; p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 11
84 And such Mischiefs and Barbarities must be executed for its sake, as are a Reproach not only to Religion, but even to Humanity it self. And such Mischiefs and Barbarities must be executed for its sake, as Are a Reproach not only to Religion, but even to Humanity it self. cc d n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vbr dt n1 xx av-j p-acp n1, p-acp av p-acp n1 pn31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 11
85 These are effects of an inordinate Zeal, which have been more or less evidenced in all Parties of men, and in all Religions. These Are effects of an inordinate Zeal, which have been more or less evidenced in all Parties of men, and in all Religions. d vbr n2 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vhb vbn av-dc cc av-dc vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, cc p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
86 For indeed the very Christian Religion, that Mild and Peaceable Institution, has not escaped these flames of a mad and outragious Zeal. For indeed the very Christian Religion, that Mild and Peaceable Institution, has not escaped these flames of a mad and outrageous Zeal. p-acp av dt av njp n1, cst j cc j n1, vhz xx vvn d n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
87 But on the contrary, that blessed Instructer of Gentleness and Love, has been, by the abuse of its Professors, perverted into an Incentive of the fiercest Cruelty and Persecution. The Prince of Peace has been made a Herald of Contention; But on the contrary, that blessed Instructer of Gentleness and Love, has been, by the abuse of its Professors, perverted into an Incentive of the Fiercest Cruelty and Persecution. The Prince of Peace has been made a Herald of Contention; p-acp p-acp dt n-jn, cst j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 cc vvb, vhz vbn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt js n1 cc n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vbn vvn dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
88 and too many, that pretend to be of Christ's Flock, have turn'd themselves into ravening Wolves, worrying and devouring one another. and too many, that pretend to be of Christ's Flock, have turned themselves into ravening Wolves, worrying and devouring one Another. cc av d, cst vvb pc-acp vbi pp-f npg1 vvb, vhb vvn px32 p-acp vvg n2, vvg cc vvg pi j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
89 What Flames, what Confusions, what Massacres, what Devastations! What Flames, what Confusions, what Massacres, what Devastations! q-crq vvz, r-crq n2, r-crq n2, r-crq n2! (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
90 have been occasion'd, by an over-righteous Zeal, for that merciful Religion, which disclaims nothing more than such Unchristian Barbarities? And we have too many Instances, have been occasioned, by an Over-righteous Zeal, for that merciful Religion, which disclaims nothing more than such Unchristian Barbarities? And we have too many Instances, vhb vbn vvn, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp cst j n1, r-crq vvz pix av-dc cs d j n2? cc pns12 vhb av d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
91 even at our own doors, in the several Sects and Divisions of the Reformation it self, which, even At our own doors, in the several Sects and Divisions of the Reformation it self, which, av p-acp po12 d n2, p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, r-crq, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 11
92 if they do not present us with any such Tragical Scenes as those beforementioned, yet cannot they be thought on, without affording a sad and evident demonstration, if they do not present us with any such Tragical Scenes as those beforementioned, yet cannot they be Thought on, without affording a sad and evident demonstration, cs pns32 vdb xx vvi pno12 p-acp d d j n2 c-acp d vvn, av vmbx pns32 vbi vvn a-acp, p-acp vvg dt j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 12
93 how possible it is in the Nature of the thing, and how pernicious in its Effects, for men even in the best of Causes to be over-righteous. But how possible it is in the Nature of the thing, and how pernicious in its Effects, for men even in the best of Causes to be Over-righteous. But c-crq j pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc q-crq j p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n2 av p-acp dt js pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi j. p-acp (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 12
94 How unworthily do men treat the Christian Religion, when they make it the occasion of such Rage and Animosity? Christianity was never intended, to kindle such a fiery and passionate Zeal amongst its Votaries. How unworthily do men Treat the Christian Religion, when they make it the occasion of such Rage and Animosity? Christianity was never intended, to kindle such a fiery and passionate Zeal among its Votaries. q-crq av-j vdb n2 vvi dt njp n1, c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1? np1 vbds av-x vvn, pc-acp vvi d dt j cc j n1 p-acp po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
95 The Spirit which that inspires, is a Spirit of mutual Forbearance and Condescension to one another. The Spirit which that inspires, is a Spirit of mutual Forbearance and Condescension to one Another. dt n1 r-crq cst vvz, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp crd j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
96 A Spirit, which for its visible Representation chose the Shape of a Dove to appear in, that Emblem of Love, and Meekness, and Innocence; A Spirit, which for its visible Representation chosen the Shape of a Dove to appear in, that Emblem of Love, and Meekness, and Innocence; dt n1, r-crq p-acp po31 j n1 vvd dt vvb pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cst n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
97 a Spirit which allows us indeed to join the Serpent's Wisdom to its Dove-like Innocence, but in all cases utterly abhors his Sting and his Poyson. a Spirit which allows us indeed to join the Serpent's Wisdom to its Dovelike Innocence, but in all cases utterly abhors his Sting and his Poison. dt n1 r-crq vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc-acp p-acp d n2 av-j vvz po31 vvb cc po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 12
98 'Tis such an amicable Spirit, which, as it is the genuine Fruit, and the distinguishing Badge of the Christian Religion, so it is the most effectual Preserver of the Disciples and Church of Christ. It's such an amicable Spirit, which, as it is the genuine Fruit, and the distinguishing Badge of the Christian Religion, so it is the most effectual Preserver of the Disciples and Church of christ. pn31|vbz d dt j n1, r-crq, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt njp n1, av pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
99 But as for that contrary Spirit, of over much Zeal and Bigotry, it can tend to nothing, But as for that contrary Spirit, of over much Zeal and Bigotry, it can tend to nothing, p-acp c-acp p-acp d j-jn n1, pp-f p-acp d n1 cc n1, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pix, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
100 but that fatal end, which the Wise man here denounces as the just and natural Consequence of it; but that fatal end, which the Wise man Here denounces as the just and natural Consequence of it; cc-acp cst j n1, r-crq dt j n1 av vvz p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
101 namely, That by it we shall destroy our selves. For what else can be the product of an Intemperate Zeal, namely, That by it we shall destroy our selves. For what Else can be the product of an Intemperate Zeal, av, cst p-acp pn31 pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2. p-acp r-crq av vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 12
102 and Rigor, and Contention amongst Christians? It may pull down, but it can never edify; It can convert neither side, it may destroy both. and Rigor, and Contention among Christians? It may pull down, but it can never edify; It can convert neither side, it may destroy both. cc n1, cc n1 p-acp np1? pn31 vmb vvi a-acp, p-acp pn31 vmb av vvb; pn31 vmb vvi dx n1, pn31 vmb vvi av-d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 13
103 It is the healing Spirit of Meekness and Forbearance, which best promotes the Happiness and Safety, both of Single men, and of Societies. This has the Blessing both of God and Man attending it; It is the healing Spirit of Meekness and Forbearance, which best promotes the Happiness and Safety, both of Single men, and of Societies. This has the Blessing both of God and Man attending it; pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq av-js vvz dt n1 cc n1, d pp-f j n2, cc pp-f n2. d vhz dt n1 av-d pp-f np1 cc n1 vvg pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
104 Men bless it, by rendring back a Reciprocal Love and Favour towards it; Men bless it, by rendering back a Reciprocal Love and Favour towards it; n2 vvb pn31, p-acp vvg av dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
105 and God blesses it by his gracious Promises, declaring, That the Meek shall inherit the Earth, the Meek shall find rest to their Souls. and God Blesses it by his gracious Promises, declaring, That the Meek shall inherit the Earth, the Meek shall find rest to their Souls. cc np1 vvz pn31 p-acp po31 j vvz, vvg, cst dt j vmb vvi dt n1, dt j vmb vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
106 But on the other hand, a Spirit of fierce Zeal and Bigotry, subverts the Peace and Safety both of private Persons, But on the other hand, a Spirit of fierce Zeal and Bigotry, subverts the Peace and Safety both of private Persons, cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, vvz dt n1 cc n1 av-d pp-f j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
107 and of Communities, and chiefly of those very men who are most possessed and acted by it: and of Communities, and chiefly of those very men who Are most possessed and acted by it: cc pp-f n2, cc av-jn pp-f d j n2 r-crq vbr av-ds vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
108 For no man can exercise a furious Heat and Rigor in opposition to others, without provoking them, to mete out the same Measure, back again into his own Bosom. For no man can exercise a furious Heat and Rigor in opposition to Others, without provoking them, to meet out the same Measure, back again into his own Bosom. c-acp dx n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn, p-acp vvg pno32, pc-acp vvi av dt d n1, av av p-acp po31 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
109 Thus he kindles a Fire, and perishes himself in the same Conflagration; the Mischief which he set on foot, comes home to his own door; Thus he kindles a Fire, and Perishes himself in the same Conflagration; the Mischief which he Set on foot, comes home to his own door; av pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz px31 p-acp dt d n1; dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1, vvz av-an p-acp po31 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
110 and he verifies the Wiseman's Denunciation, which he would not take for his Admonition: By an Over-righteous Zeal he destroys himself. and he verifies the Wiseman's Denunciation, which he would not take for his Admonition: By an Over-righteous Zeal he Destroys himself. cc pns31 vvz dt ng1 n1, r-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1: p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 13
111 And thus much of the first Caution suggested in my Text: And thus much of the First Caution suggested in my Text: cc av d pp-f dt ord n1 vvn p-acp po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 13
112 Be not Righteous Over-much; that is, Let not thy Zeal for Religion be Immoderate and Furious. Be not Righteous Overmuch; that is, Let not thy Zeal for Religion be Immoderate and Furious. vbb xx j j; cst vbz, vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp n1 vbb j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 13
113 And that we may be the better enabled to observe this first Caution, Let us proceed to the second, the consideration of which will most effectually conduce to that end; for the chief ground and occasion of such inordinate Zeal for Religion, arises most commonly, from an Over-wise and curious search into the Mysteries of it; which is the excess forbid by Solomon in these words: And that we may be the better enabled to observe this First Caution, Let us proceed to the second, the consideration of which will most effectually conduce to that end; for the chief ground and occasion of such inordinate Zeal for Religion, arises most commonly, from an Overwise and curious search into the Mysteres of it; which is the excess forbid by Solomon in these words: cc cst pns12 vmb vbi dt av-jc vvn pc-acp vvi d ord n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt ord, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vmb av-ds av-j vvi p-acp cst vvb; p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp n1, vvz av-ds av-j, p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31; r-crq vbz dt n1 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 14
114 Make not thy self Over-wise, that is, Let not thy Enquiry into the Knowledge of Religious Mysteries be too Curious and Presumptuous. Make not thy self Overwise, that is, Let not thy Enquiry into the Knowledge of Religious Mysteres be too Curious and Presumptuous. vvb xx po21 n1 j, cst vbz, vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 vbb av j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 14
115 Wisdom is indeed the Natural desire and thirst of our Souls: Wisdom is indeed the Natural desire and thirst of our Souls: n1 vbz av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
116 The Water-Brooks are not so fiercely long'd after by the Panting Hart, as this is by the mind of Man; The Water brooks Are not so fiercely longed After by the Panting Heart, as this is by the mind of Man; dt n2 vbr xx av av-j vvd a-acp p-acp dt vvg n1, c-acp d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
117 nor when tasted, do they afford so great a Refreshment and Satisfaction. nor when tasted, do they afford so great a Refreshment and Satisfaction. ccx c-crq vvn, vdb pns32 vvi av j dt n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
118 This is that Endowment whereby our Nature exceeds that of the Beasts that perish, and imitates, in some Measure, the Perfection, not only of Angels, but even of God himself. This is that Endowment whereby our Nature exceeds that of the Beasts that perish, and imitates, in Some Measure, the Perfection, not only of Angels, but even of God himself. d vbz d n1 c-crq po12 n1 vvz d pp-f dt n2 cst vvb, cc vvz, p-acp d n1, dt n1, xx av-j pp-f n2, p-acp av pp-f np1 px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
119 Justly therefore may Men's minds Gasp and Pant after those living Waters; Justly Therefore may Men's minds Gasp and Pant After those living Waters; av-j av vmb ng2 n2 vvi cc vvi p-acp d j-vvg n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
120 and so long as their desires and endeavours to be wise, are Moderate and Humble, they act according to the Prerogative and Propriety of their reasonable Natures. and so long as their Desires and endeavours to be wise, Are Moderate and Humble, they act according to the Prerogative and Propriety of their reasonable Nature's. cc av av-j c-acp po32 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbi j, vbr j cc j, pns32 vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 14
121 But the desire of Wisdom is oftentimes too strong, and imperious, to submit to those confinements, which Modesty and Sobriety would prescribe to it; But the desire of Wisdom is oftentimes too strong, and imperious, to submit to those confinements, which Modesty and Sobriety would prescribe to it; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av av j, cc j, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq n1 cc n1 vmd vvi p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
122 for where men's thirst is so great, they are apt to be intemperate in the Gratification of it. for where men's thirst is so great, they Are apt to be intemperate in the Gratification of it. c-acp c-crq ng2 n1 vbz av j, pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
123 They content not themselves with such competent Portions of Knowledge, as God allows them, and the Edification of their own Souls require; but they Launch out into the boundless Ocean of Divine Mysteries, striving to make themselves over-wise. They pretend to define the Incomprehensible Nature and Properties of the Deity; They content not themselves with such competent Portions of Knowledge, as God allows them, and the Edification of their own Souls require; but they Launch out into the boundless Ocean of Divine Mysteres, striving to make themselves overwise. They pretend to define the Incomprehensible Nature and Properties of the Deity; pns32 vvb xx px32 p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, c-acp np1 vvz pno32, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2 vvb; p-acp pns32 vvi av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n2, vvg pc-acp vvi px32 j. pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
124 they rifle all the secret Cabinets of his Counsels and Providences; they rifle all the secret Cabinets of his Counsels and Providences; pns32 vvb d dt j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
125 they invade the most private Recesses of his inscrutable Wisdom, and would leave him no reserve of Knowledge to himself. they invade the most private Recesses of his inscrutable Wisdom, and would leave him not reserve of Knowledge to himself. pns32 vvb dt av-ds j n2 pp-f po31 j n1, cc vmd vvi pno31 xx vvi pp-f n1 p-acp px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
126 They despise the most useful parts of Religious Wisdom, as low and vulgar Contemplations; They despise the most useful parts of Religious Wisdom, as low and Vulgar Contemplations; pns32 vvb dt av-ds j n2 pp-f j n1, c-acp j cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
127 and that Knowledge they account but a poor and contemptible Attainment, which is sufficient to make 'em serviceable in their Generation, and to direct them safe to Heaven hereafter. and that Knowledge they account but a poor and contemptible Attainment, which is sufficient to make they serviceable in their Generation, and to Direct them safe to Heaven hereafter. cc d n1 pns32 vvb p-acp dt j cc j n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
128 The Eyes of these Men's Understandings, delight not, as the Eyes of the Body always do, in such Prospects as are Light, and Clear, and beautifully terminated; The Eyes of these Men's Understandings, delight not, as the Eyes of the Body always do, in such Prospects as Are Light, and Clear, and beautifully terminated; dt n2 pp-f d ng2 n2, vvb xx, c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av vdb, p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr j, cc j, cc av-j vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
129 but on the contrary, they love, either to be ever looking into such dark Caverns and Abysses of Knowledge, where they can discern nothing at all; but on the contrary, they love, either to be ever looking into such dark Caverns and Abysses of Knowledge, where they can discern nothing At all; cc-acp p-acp dt n-jn, pns32 vvb, av-d pc-acp vbi av vvg p-acp d j n2 cc np1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi pix p-acp av-d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
130 or else to survey such Infinite Spaces, where they can never arrive at any end of the Prospect. or Else to survey such Infinite Spaces, where they can never arrive At any end of the Prospect. cc av pc-acp vvi d j n2, c-crq pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
131 Nothing in Religion shall be to them a Mystery. Nothing in Religion shall be to them a Mystery. pix p-acp n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 15
132 Has God enacted Eternal and Immutable Decrees? They'l unseal the Mystical Book, and the Records of Heaven shall not escape their observation. Has God enacted Eternal and Immutable Decrees? They'll unseal the Mystical Book, and the Records of Heaven shall not escape their observation. vhz np1 vvn j cc j n2? pns32|vmb vvi dt j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
133 Has God in a most stupendious and unspeakable manner redeem'd Mankind? They must unfold the whole Mystery; Has God in a most stupendious and unspeakable manner redeemed Mankind? They must unfold the Whole Mystery; vhz np1 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1 vvn n1? pns32 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
134 and they'll hardly be contented, to accept the benefit of that Redemption, if they may not be allow'd to scan, and They'll hardly be contented, to accept the benefit of that Redemption, if they may not be allowed to scan, cc pns32|vmb av vbb vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cs pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
135 and unravel, the whole Divine Art, by which that glorious Work was Accomplished. and unravel, the Whole Divine Art, by which that glorious Work was Accomplished. cc vvi, dt j-jn j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq d j n1 vbds vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 16
136 With such rude and irreverent Curiosity do men dare to treat the most Mysterious Articles of Religion: With such rude and irreverent Curiosity do men Dare to Treat the most Mysterious Articles of Religion: p-acp d j cc j n1 vdb n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
137 But this certainly is a most presumptuous exorbitancy, and may justly be censured as the excess forbid by Solomon in my Text, it being the making our selves over-wise. But this Certainly is a most presumptuous exorbitancy, and may justly be censured as the excess forbid by Solomon in my Text, it being the making our selves overwise. cc-acp d av-j vbz dt av-ds j n1, cc vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp po11 n1, pn31 vbg dt vvg po12 n2 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
138 For the holy Scriptures seem to have drawn a Curtain before these Sacred Articles, to admonish us not to search too boldly into them; For the holy Scriptures seem to have drawn a Curtain before these Sacred Articles, to admonish us not to search too boldly into them; p-acp dt j n2 vvb pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp d j n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 xx pc-acp vvi av av-j p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
139 but to receive them, as the constant Trials of our Faith, and Motives of our Humility. They give us the undoubted Testimony of God, to assert and confirm their truth, but to receive them, as the constant Trials of our Faith, and Motives of our Humility. They give us the undoubted Testimony of God, to assert and confirm their truth, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1, cc n2 pp-f po12 n1. pns32 vvb pno12 dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvb cc vvi po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
140 and that should be sufficient to warrant and command our belief of them, which is all that God in this particular, requires at our hands. and that should be sufficient to warrant and command our belief of them, which is all that God in this particular, requires At our hands. cc cst vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1 pp-f pno32, r-crq vbz d cst np1 p-acp d j, vvz p-acp po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 16
141 But if we will be over-wise, and search too curiously after the nature and discovery of them, all that we shall gain by it, will be nothing else but this mournful Recompence, we shall destroy our selves; But if we will be overwise, and search too curiously After the nature and discovery of them, all that we shall gain by it, will be nothing Else but this mournful Recompense, we shall destroy our selves; p-acp cs pns12 vmb vbi j, cc n1 av av-j c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, d cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, vmb vbi pix av cc-acp d j n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
142 for these sublime Truths are placed above our Mortal heads, like the Sun in the Firmament, to the intent that they might warm our Hearts, and influence our Lives; for these sublime Truths Are placed above our Mortal Heads, like the Sun in the Firmament, to the intent that they might warm our Hearts, and influence our Lives; p-acp d j n2 vbr vvn p-acp po12 j-jn n2, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi po12 n2, cc n1 po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
143 but they will be sure like the Sun too, to dazle our Eyes, if not to strike us quite blind, but they will be sure like the Sun too, to dazzle our Eyes, if not to strike us quite blind, cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi j av-j dt n1 av, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cs xx pc-acp vvi pno12 av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
144 if we look too closely and obstinately upon them. if we look too closely and obstinately upon them. cs pns12 vvb av av-j cc av-j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
145 It was an aspiring desire of being over-wise, that brought the Original Curse and Destruction upon Mankind: It was an aspiring desire of being overwise, that brought the Original Curse and Destruction upon Mankind: pn31 vbds dt j-vvg n1 pp-f vbg j, cst vvd dt j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
146 And alike ill consequence will attend all those who are guilty of the same Sinful Curiosity touching Divine Mysteries, which was our first Parents, Transgression, in reference to the Tree of Knowledge. Such presumptuous discoverers may lose themselves in their researches, And alike ill consequence will attend all those who Are guilty of the same Sinful Curiosity touching Divine Mysteres, which was our First Parents, Transgression, in Referente to the Tree of Knowledge. Such presumptuous discoverers may loose themselves in their Researches, cc av j-jn n1 vmb vvi d d r-crq vbr j pp-f dt d j n1 vvg j-jn n2, r-crq vbds po12 ord n2, n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. d j n2 vmb vvi px32 p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
147 as we may see by the sad Ship-wrecks of those, who have been the boldest Adventurers that way; as we may see by the sad Shipwrecks of those, who have been the Boldest Adventurers that Way; c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d, r-crq vhb vbn dt js n2 cst n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
148 but they shall never find the forbidden secrets which they so thirst and languish after. They may disturb their Peace, impair their Health, subvert their Faith, distract their Reason; but they shall never find the forbidden secrets which they so thirst and languish After. They may disturb their Peace, impair their Health, subvert their Faith, distract their Reason; cc-acp pns32 vmb av-x vvb dt j-vvn n2-jn r-crq pns32 av vvb cc vvi a-acp. pns32 vmb vvi po32 n1, vvi po32 n1, vvi po32 n1, vvb po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
149 and according to the Wiseman's denunciation in my Text, totally destroy both their Bodies and Souls; and according to the Wiseman's denunciation in my Text, totally destroy both their Bodies and Souls; cc vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp po11 n1, av-j vvi d po32 n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
150 but that's all the fruit that they are likely to reap from their endeavour to make themselves thus Over-wise. but that's all the fruit that they Are likely to reap from their endeavour to make themselves thus Overwise. cc-acp d|vbz d dt n1 cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi px32 av j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 17
151 And thus much of the two former Cautions contain'd in my Text, directed to the Good and Religious man. And thus much of the two former Cautions contained in my Text, directed to the Good and Religious man. cc av d pp-f dt crd j n2 vvn p-acp po11 n1, vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 17
152 But if it be so necessary for the Good and Pious man, to observe such Limits and Cautions in his Applications to Religion; How much more then does it behove the Wicked and Irreligious, to lay the severest Restraints upon himself in Relation to his Vices? Which leads me to the Third caution contain'd in my Text: But if it be so necessary for the Good and Pious man, to observe such Limits and Cautions in his Applications to Religion; How much more then does it behove the Wicked and Irreligious, to lay the Severest Restraints upon himself in Relation to his Vices? Which leads me to the Third caution contained in my Text: cc-acp cs pn31 vbb av j p-acp dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1; c-crq av-d av-dc cs vdz pn31 vvi dt j cc j, pc-acp vvi dt js n2 p-acp px31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2? r-crq vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord n1 vvn p-acp po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 18
153 viz. Be not over much wicked, neither be thou foolish, That is, Be not Persisting and Obdurate in thy Wickedness? viz. Be not over much wicked, neither be thou foolish, That is, Be not Persisting and Obdurate in thy Wickedness? n1 vbb xx p-acp d j, av-dx vbi pns21 j, cst vbz, vbb xx vvg cc j p-acp po21 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 18
154 The holy Psalmist tells us, that God's mercies are over all his works; The holy Psalmist tells us, that God's Mercies Are over all his works; dt j n1 vvz pno12, cst npg1 n2 vbr p-acp d po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
155 Extending their Benefits not only to his good and obedient Creatures, but also to the wicked and rebellious ones. He bears long with them, spares and cherishes them; Extending their Benefits not only to his good and obedient Creatures, but also to the wicked and rebellious ones. He bears long with them, spares and Cherishes them; vvg po32 n2 xx av-j p-acp po31 j cc j n2, p-acp av p-acp dt j cc j pi2. pns31 vvz av-j p-acp pno32, vvz cc vvz pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
156 and when their Sins cry aloud for the Vials of Wrath, he nevertheless pours upon them the showers of his Mercy. and when their Sins cry aloud for the Vials of Wrath, he nevertheless pours upon them the showers of his Mercy. cc c-crq po32 n2 vvb av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns31 av vvz p-acp pno32 dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
157 And what is the gracious end and design of this long-forbearance and mercy of God toward them? No other but that which the Apostle assigns, That he may thereby lead them to Repentance: And what is the gracious end and Design of this long-forbearance and mercy of God towards them? No other but that which the Apostle assigns, That he may thereby led them to Repentance: cc q-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32? uh-dx n-jn cc-acp cst r-crq dt n1 vvz, cst pns31 vmb av vvi pno32 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
158 But such is the Ingratitude of Sinners, that it too often works a contrary effect upon them; But such is the Ingratitude of Sinners, that it too often works a contrary Effect upon them; p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pn31 av av vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
159 and that Patience and Long-suffering of God, which both in the nature and design of it should persuade them to repent, encourages them to become more excessive and obdurate in their Wickedness. and that Patience and Long-suffering of God, which both in the nature and Design of it should persuade them to Repent, encourages them to become more excessive and obdurate in their Wickedness. cc d n1 cc j pp-f np1, r-crq av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi av-dc j cc j p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 18
160 Thus every days continuance in Sin, as it makes the Sinners condition more dangerous, so it renders him more obdurate and insensible of his danger; and that wickedness which puts him under the greatest necessity of Repentance, does most of all disable and harden him against it. Thus every days Continuance in since, as it makes the Sinners condition more dangerous, so it renders him more obdurate and insensible of his danger; and that wickedness which puts him under the greatest necessity of Repentance, does most of all disable and harden him against it. av d n2 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n2 n1 av-dc j, av pn31 vvz pno31 av-dc j cc j pp-f po31 n1; cc d n1 r-crq vvz pno31 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, vdz av-ds pp-f d vvb cc vvi pno31 p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 19
161 In their first Essays and Practices of Wickedness, Men are naturally apt to be diffident and fearful; In their First Essays and Practices of Wickedness, Men Are naturally apt to be diffident and fearful; p-acp po32 ord n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, n2 vbr av-j j pc-acp vbi j cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
162 full of inward distrusts, in the very commission of the evil, and of bitter checks and remorses for it afterward. full of inward distrusts, in the very commission of the evil, and of bitter Checks and remorses for it afterwards. j pp-f j n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n-jn, cc pp-f j n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
163 They proceed to their first acts of Lewdness, as raw and unexperienced Soldiers are wont to go into Battel, that is with Chill Fears, Paleness and Tremblings; They proceed to their First acts of lewdness, as raw and unexperienced Soldiers Are wont to go into Battle, that is with Chill Fears, Paleness and Tremblings; pns32 vvb p-acp po32 ord n2 pp-f n1, c-acp j cc j n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cst vbz p-acp j-jn n2, n1 cc n2-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
164 but when they have often try'd the danger, and come off with safety, they then bid defiance to the Almighty, They run upon the thick bosses of his buckler; but when they have often tried the danger, and come off with safety, they then bid defiance to the Almighty, They run upon the thick boss's of his buckler; cc-acp c-crq pns32 vhb av vvn dt n1, cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1, pns32 av vvb n1 p-acp dt j-jn, pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
165 and what they at first attempted with so much fear and reluctancy, they repeat afterward with Triumph and Shouting. and what they At First attempted with so much Fear and reluctancy, they repeat afterwards with Triumph and Shouting. cc r-crq pns32 p-acp ord vvn p-acp av d n1 cc n1, pns32 vvb av p-acp n1 cc j-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
166 When they find that none of those Judgments, which are denounced against Sin, and which they were at first so apprehensive of, fall upon their heads; When they find that none of those Judgments, which Are denounced against since, and which they were At First so apprehensive of, fallen upon their Heads; c-crq pns32 vvb cst pix pp-f d n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc r-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp ord av j pp-f, vvb p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
167 but that on the contrary they are crowned with Blessings; but that on the contrary they Are crowned with Blessings; cc-acp cst p-acp dt n-jn pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
168 they then begin to flatter themselves, that God's threatnings are but empty Menaces, of much seeming terror indeed, but no real danger. they then begin to flatter themselves, that God's threatenings Are but empty Menaces, of much seeming terror indeed, but no real danger. pns32 av vvb pc-acp vvi px32, cst npg1 n2-vvg vbr cc-acp j n2, pp-f d j-vvg n1 av, cc-acp dx j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
169 That he is no such dreadful Judge and Avenger as they at first mistook him for. That he is no such dreadful Judge and Avenger as they At First mistook him for. cst pns31 vbz dx d j n1 cc n1 c-acp pns32 p-acp ord vvd pno31 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 19
170 And by these steps they become over-much wicked and foolish, that is, hardened and secure in their Sins. And by these steps they become overmuch wicked and foolish, that is, hardened and secure in their Sins. cc p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb av j cc j, cst vbz, j-vvn cc j p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
171 Because sentence is not speedily executed upon them; therefore are their hearts fully set in them to do evil. Because sentence is not speedily executed upon them; Therefore Are their hearts Fully Set in them to do evil. p-acp n1 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp pno32; av vbr po32 n2 av-j vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 20
172 But hear the Wiseman's warning, ye secure and obdurate Sinners! But hear the Wiseman's warning, you secure and obdurate Sinners! p-acp vvi dt ng1 n1, pn22 vvb cc j n2! (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
173 Why will ye dye before your time? Mistake not God's forbearance with you, for an allowance of your actions; Why will you die before your time? Mistake not God's forbearance with you, for an allowance of your actions; q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp po22 n1? n1 xx npg1 n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
174 think not that you are Pardon'd because you are Reprieved: Or that God's Judgments against you are reversed, because they are respited; think not that you Are Pardoned Because you Are Reprieved: Or that God's Judgments against you Are reversed, Because they Are respited; vvb xx cst pn22 vbr vvd c-acp pn22 vbr vvn: cc cst npg1 n2 p-acp pn22 vbr vvn, c-acp pns32 vbr vvd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
175 flatter not your selves with such deceitful expectations. flatter not your selves with such deceitful Expectations. vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
176 For if Solomon knew any thing, this will be the sure, tho it may be the slow Recompence of your over-much Wickedness, it will bring you to a wretched and untimely end. For if Solomon knew any thing, this will be the sure, though it may be the slow Recompense of your overmuch Wickedness, it will bring you to a wretched and untimely end. p-acp cs np1 vvd d n1, d vmb vbi dt j, cs pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f po22 av n1, pn31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
177 For the wrath of God is compared in Scripture to the raging of a Lion; For the wrath of God is compared in Scripture to the raging of a lion; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
178 which tho it may be long before it can be provoked, yet it will be sure to break out upon you at last, in so much the more violent fury and destruction. which though it may be long before it can be provoked, yet it will be sure to break out upon you At last, in so much the more violent fury and destruction. r-crq cs pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, av pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi av p-acp pn22 p-acp ord, p-acp av av-d dt av-dc j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
179 And admitting that the Divine Wrath should for a time pass you over, yet the natural product of your own over much wickedness, will it self do the work of that Vengeance, and you will need no other Executioners but your own Vices; And admitting that the Divine Wrath should for a time pass you over, yet the natural product of your own over much wickedness, will it self do the work of that Vengeance, and you will need no other Executioners but your own Vices; np1 vvg cst dt j-jn n1 vmd p-acp dt n1 vvb pn22 a-acp, av dt j n1 pp-f po22 d p-acp d n1, vmb pn31 n1 vdb dt n1 pp-f cst n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi dx j-jn n2 p-acp po22 d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
180 for all Sin is naturally of a most deadly and pestilential Influence; for all since is naturally of a most deadly and pestilential Influence; p-acp d n1 vbz av-j pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
181 it is the fruitful Parent of surfeitings, debilities, and rottenness of Bones, of an Infirm Life, and an Immature Death. it is the fruitful Parent of surfeitings, debilities, and rottenness of Bones, of an Infirm Life, and an Immature Death. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, n2, cc n1 pp-f n2, pp-f dt j n1, cc dt n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 20
182 And whilst both Nature and Providence thus combine against your safety, how can you live out half your days? How can you escape Solomon 's Denunciation against your over much Wickedness, That it shall cause you to dye before your time? And while both Nature and Providence thus combine against your safety, how can you live out half your days? How can you escape Solomon is Denunciation against your over much Wickedness, That it shall cause you to die before your time? cc cs d n1 cc n1 av vvi p-acp po22 n1, q-crq vmb pn22 vvb av n-jn po22 n2? q-crq vmb pn22 vvi np1 vbz n1 p-acp po22 a-acp d n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp vvb a-acp po22 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 21
183 And thus I have given you a brief Illustration of the Three Cautions delivered in my Text, And thus I have given you a brief Illustration of the Three Cautions Delivered in my Text, cc av pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt j n1 pp-f dt crd n2 vvn p-acp po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
184 and the Arguments annex'd to them by the Wise-man. and the Arguments annexed to them by the Wiseman. cc dt n2 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
185 I shall now crave leave, only to make Application of what has been said, in a short Address to the Three several sorts of Persons who are guilty of the Excesses which we are here warned against, I shall now crave leave, only to make Application of what has been said, in a short Address to the Three several sorts of Persons who Are guilty of the Excesses which we Are Here warned against, pns11 vmb av vvi n1, av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f r-crq vhz vbn vvn, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt crd j n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vbr j pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
186 and to persuade them to yield a more dutiful Regard and Obedience to these Excellent Cautions of Wise Solomon. and to persuade them to yield a more dutiful Regard and obedience to these Excellent Cautions of Wise Solomon. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f j np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 21
187 1. And first I shall apply my self to the over-much Righteous; that is, to those who are excessive and intemperate in their Zeal for Religion. 1. And First I shall apply my self to the overmuch Righteous; that is, to those who Are excessive and intemperate in their Zeal for Religion. crd cc ord pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt av j; d vbz, p-acp d r-crq vbr j cc j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 21
188 'Tis one of the saddest Considerations that can enter into a Christian's heart, to observe the deplorable effects of such a furious and ungovern'd Zeal in our own Nation; It's one of the Saddest Considerations that can enter into a Christian's heart, to observe the deplorable effects of such a furious and ungoverned Zeal in our own nation; pn31|vbz pi pp-f dt js n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt njpg1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f d dt j cc j n1 p-acp po12 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
189 and to reflect upon that Wrath and Bitterness, with which men professing the same Fundamentals of Religion, do notwithstanding detest and separate from one another. and to reflect upon that Wrath and Bitterness, with which men professing the same Fundamentals of Religion, do notwithstanding detest and separate from one Another. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq n2 vvg dt d n2-j pp-f n1, vdb p-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp crd j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 21
190 Even the most distant Parties of men, and most disagreeing in other matters are yet all of the same mind in this Point, in showing an immoderate Zeal, in favour to their own Persuasions, Even the most distant Parties of men, and most disagreeing in other matters Are yet all of the same mind in this Point, in showing an immoderate Zeal, in favour to their own Persuasions, np1 dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n2, cc av-ds vvg p-acp j-jn n2 vbr av d pp-f dt d n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp vvg dt j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
191 and in opposition to those of other men. and in opposition to those of other men. cc p-acp n1 p-acp d pp-f j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
192 Nay, many times you shall have such men warmest of all for the Cause of their Opinions in Religion, who were it not for that Mad and Inordinate Zeal, would be hard put to it to produce from their whole Life and Practice any other Proof that they are of any Religion at all. Nay, many times you shall have such men warmest of all for the Cause of their Opinions in Religion, who were it not for that Mad and Inordinate Zeal, would be hard put to it to produce from their Whole Life and Practice any other Proof that they Are of any Religion At all. uh-x, d n2 pn22 vmb vhi d n2 js pp-f d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp n1, r-crq vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d j cc j n1, vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j-jn n1 cc n1 d j-jn n1 cst pns32 vbr pp-f d n1 p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
193 Let the Members of the Party that is opposite to them be never so regular both in Belief and Practice; Let the Members of the Party that is opposite to them be never so regular both in Belief and Practice; vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz j-jn p-acp pno32 vbb av-x av j av-d p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
194 never so careful to preserve Faith, and a good Conscience; never so careful to preserve Faith, and a good Conscience; av-x av j pc-acp vvi n1, cc dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
195 yet because they dare to contradict them in some small things, they burn with Zeal against them; yet Because they Dare to contradict them in Some small things, they burn with Zeal against them; av c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d j n2, pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
196 give no Quarter either to their Persons or Opinions; give no Quarter either to their Persons or Opinions; vvb dx n1 av-d p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
197 but that single and inconsiderable difference shall efface all sense of their Agreement in greater matters; but that single and inconsiderable difference shall efface all sense of their Agreement in greater matters; cc-acp cst j cc j n1 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp jc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
198 and like a Gulph fix'd between them, shall separate them from all Christian Charity and Commerce with one another. Unreasonable men! and like a Gulf fixed between them, shall separate them from all Christian Charity and Commerce with one Another. Unreasonable men! cc av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32, vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d njp n1 cc n1 p-acp crd j-jn. j n2! (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
199 Thus to rip up the very Bowels of Christianity by an over righteous Zeal for its Cause, Thus to rip up the very Bowels of Christianity by an over righteous Zeal for its Cause, av pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt a-acp j n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
200 and for the sake of such things which are but the Mint, and Annise, and Cummin of Religion, to violate that Love and Meekness which are the weightier things of our Saviour's Law. and for the sake of such things which Are but the Mint, and Anise, and Cummin of Religion, to violate that Love and Meekness which Are the Weightier things of our Saviour's Law. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1, cc vvi, cc np1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbr dt jc n2 pp-f po12 ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 22
201 But all such fierce and extravagant Zealots, of whatever Tribe or Persuasion, let me admonish, That the Gospel abhors such a Furious and Uncharitable Bigotry, But all such fierce and extravagant Zealots, of whatever Tribe or Persuasion, let me admonish, That the Gospel abhors such a Furious and Uncharitable Bigotry, p-acp d d j cc j n2, pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1, vvb pno11 vvi, cst dt n1 vvz d dt j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
202 and enjoins us to let our moderation be known unto all men. and enjoins us to let our moderation be known unto all men. cc vvz pno12 p-acp vvb po12 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
203 It commands us indeed to show a Zeal towards God: But what kind of Zeal is it? Is it such a blind, angry, It commands us indeed to show a Zeal towards God: But what kind of Zeal is it? Is it such a blind, angry, pn31 vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1: cc-acp q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz pn31? vbz pn31 d dt j, j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
204 and exterminating Zeal, as that which these men are possessed with? Nothing more contrary; and exterminating Zeal, as that which these men Are possessed with? Nothing more contrary; cc vvg n1, c-acp d r-crq d n2 vbr vvn p-acp? pix av-dc j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
205 It is a Zeal according to knowledge; a Zeal that enlightens, warms and cherishes, but never consumes or destroys. It is a Zeal according to knowledge; a Zeal that enlightens, warms and Cherishes, but never consumes or Destroys. pn31 vbz dt n1 vvg p-acp n1; dt n1 cst vvz, vvz cc vvz, cc-acp av-x vvz cc vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
206 A Zeal that ought indeed to stir us up to convince gainsayers, and to put to silence the ignorance of foolish mea: A Zeal that ought indeed to stir us up to convince gainsayers, and to put to silence the ignorance of foolish meam: dt n1 cst vmd av pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp vvi n2, cc p-acp vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
207 But how should that be done? Not with fierce Oppositions, Fury, and Maliciousness; But how should that be done? Not with fierce Oppositions, Fury, and Maliciousness; cc-acp q-crq vmd d vbi vdn? xx p-acp j n2, n1, cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
208 but by the gentler methods of Love, and Patience, and Well-doing: These are the Weapons of our Warfare. but by the Gentler methods of Love, and Patience, and Welldoing: These Are the Weapons of our Warfare. cc-acp p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f vvb, cc n1, cc j: d vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
209 A Christian Zeal must imitate that friendly and propitious River upon which this City stands, and to which you are so much indebted for your Traffick and Grandeur: A Christian Zeal must imitate that friendly and propitious River upon which this city Stands, and to which you Are so much indebted for your Traffic and Grandeur: dt njp n1 vmb vvi d j cc j n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vvz, cc p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr av av-d vvn p-acp po22 n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
210 It must proceed in a still and gentle Course, and not in such an eager and rapid Torrent, It must proceed in a still and gentle Course, and not in such an eager and rapid Torrent, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j cc j n1, cc xx p-acp d dt j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
211 as can serve only to sweep all things before it, and to betray the shallowness of its own Channel. as can serve only to sweep all things before it, and to betray the shallowness of its own Channel. c-acp vmb vvi av-j pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
212 From the example of this Bountiful River, be pleased to learn the due Moderation of your Piety: From the Exampl of this Bountiful River, be pleased to Learn the due Moderation of your Piety: p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, vbb vvn pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f po22 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
213 And derive this double Advantage from its Waters, to make it the Patern of your Zeal, And derive this double Advantage from its Waters, to make it the Pattern of your Zeal, cc vvb d j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
214 as it is the great Fountain of your Riches. as it is the great Fountain of your Riches. c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 23
215 'Tis such a Calm, and Even, and Deep Current of Religion, which alone can quench the burning Discords that are between us; It's such a Cam, and Even, and Deep Current of Religion, which alone can quench the burning Discords that Are between us; pn31|vbz d dt j-jn, cc av-j, cc j-jn n1 pp-f n1, r-crq j vmb vvi dt j-vvg n2 cst vbr p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
216 and Import as great an Increase of true Piety amongst us, as that other does of Wealth and Splendor. and Import as great an Increase of true Piety among us, as that other does of Wealth and Splendour. cc n1 c-acp j dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp cst n-jn vdz pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 24
217 And have we not now, in the present Posture of our Affairs, the greatest reason to be of this mind, considering the Subtilty and Vigilance of our Common Enemies, who will be sure to take all Advantages from our Domestick Feuds, And have we not now, in the present Posture of our Affairs, the greatest reason to be of this mind, considering the Subtlety and Vigilance of our Common Enemies, who will be sure to take all Advantages from our Domestic Feuds, cc vhb pns12 xx av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt js n1 pc-acp vbi pp-f d n1, vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 j n2, r-crq vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp po12 j-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
218 and to improve them to their Interest, and our Destruction. How will they rejoice in Gath, and triumph in the streets of Askalon! and to improve them to their Interest, and our Destruction. How will they rejoice in Gaza, and triumph in the streets of Ashkelon! cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1, cc po12 n1. q-crq vmb pns32 vvb p-acp np1, cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
219 to see our over-righteous Zeal against each other; to see our Over-righteous Zeal against each other; pc-acp vvi po12 j n1 p-acp d n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
220 to look on whilst we most unnaturally do the work of their Arms by our own Animosities; and give them the Pleasure of beholding our Ruin, without putting them to the Trouble and Expence of procuring it? Let me beseech you therefore, to look on while we most unnaturally do the work of their Arms by our own Animosities; and give them the Pleasure of beholding our Ruin, without putting them to the Trouble and Expense of procuring it? Let me beseech you Therefore, pc-acp vvi a-acp cs pns12 av-ds av-j vdi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po12 d n2; cc vvb pno32 dt n1 pp-f vvg po12 n1, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg pn31? vvb pno11 vvi pn22 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
221 for the sake of our Common Interest and Safety, to entertain Candid, Amicable, Christian Dispositions towards one another. for the sake of our Common Interest and Safety, to entertain Candid, Amicable, Christian Dispositions towards one Another. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi j, j, njp n2 p-acp crd j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
222 And whereever we meet with a man of a truly Pious and Teachable Spirit; And wherever we meet with a man of a truly Pious and Teachable Spirit; cc c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-j j cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
223 Sound and Orthodox in the Articles of the Christian Faith, and conscientiously observant of the Rules of Christian Practice; Found and Orthodox in the Articles of the Christian Faith, and conscientiously observant of the Rules of Christian Practice; n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt njp n1, cc av-j j pp-f dt n2 pp-f njp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
224 let us treat such a one as a Brother, and a true Disciple of Jesus Christ. let us Treat such a one as a Brother, and a true Disciple of jesus christ. vvb pno12 vvi d dt pi p-acp dt n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
225 We may wish indeed, That he were not only almost, but altogether such as we are: We may wish indeed, That he were not only almost, but altogether such as we Are: pns12 vmb vvi av, cst pns31 vbdr xx av-j av, p-acp av d c-acp pns12 vbr: (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 24
226 We may, by the proper methods of Gentleness, Good Example, and Meek persuasion, endeavour to make him so. We may, by the proper methods of Gentleness, Good Exampl, and Meek persuasion, endeavour to make him so. pns12 vmb, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, j n1, cc j n1, vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 25
227 But if that perfect consent cannot be obtain'd, if those lesser marks of distinction cannot be totally wiped out; But if that perfect consent cannot be obtained, if those lesser marks of distinction cannot be totally wiped out; p-acp cs cst j n1 vmbx vbi vvn, cs d jc n2 pp-f n1 vmbx vbi av-j vvn av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 25
228 yet let 'em not be allow'd to break Friendship between us, and to prejudice our Charity but when we are so far agreed Let us over-look in our private Capacities and common Conversation, all differences in lesser matters; yet let they not be allowed to break Friendship between us, and to prejudice our Charity but when we Are so Far agreed Let us overlook in our private Capacities and Common Conversation, all differences in lesser matters; av vvb pno32 xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno12, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n1 cc-acp c-crq pns12 vbr av av-j vvn vvb pno12 j p-acp po12 j n2 cc j n1, d n2 p-acp jc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 25
229 and say of 'em all, as Ephron did to Abraham, concerning the price of his Field, What is that betwixt me and thee? This is the true Genius and Behaviour of a Christian Spirit; and say of they all, as Ephron did to Abraham, Concerning the price of his Field, What is that betwixt me and thee? This is the true Genius and Behaviour of a Christian Spirit; cc vvb pp-f pno32 d, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp np1, vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, q-crq vbz d p-acp pno11 cc pno21? d vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt njp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 25
230 and to this I exhort you all, in the name of God, and in the meekness and gentleness of Jesus Christ, by whose name we are call'd, and to this I exhort you all, in the name of God, and in the meekness and gentleness of jesus christ, by whose name we Are called, cc p-acp d pns11 vvb pn22 d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns12 vbr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 25
231 and whose merciful temper, ought to be made the subject of our faithful imitation. and whose merciful temper, ought to be made the Subject of our faithful imitation. cc rg-crq j n1, pi pc-acp vbi vvn dt n-jn pp-f po12 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 25
232 But if the Example of Christ be not sufficient to work us into such a mild and condescending Spirit, But if the Exampl of christ be not sufficient to work us into such a mild and condescending Spirit, p-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d dt j cc j-vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 25
233 yet at least let the sense and care of our own Self-Preservation prevail with us; for why should we by an over-Righteous Zeal and Bigotry destroy our selves? yet At least let the sense and care of our own Self-Preservation prevail with us; for why should we by an Over-righteous Zeal and Bigotry destroy our selves? av p-acp ds vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 d n1 vvi p-acp pno12; c-acp q-crq vmd pns12 p-acp dt j n1 cc np1 vvi po12 n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 25
234 But 2. In the next place let me address my self to those who transgress in the second excess, caution'd against in my Text, By making themselves over-wise; that is, by being too boldly Curious and Inquisitive in the Mysteries of Religion. But 2. In the next place let me address my self to those who transgress in the second excess, cautioned against in my Text, By making themselves overwise; that is, by being too boldly Curious and Inquisitive in the Mysteres of Religion. p-acp crd p-acp dt ord n1 vvb pno11 vvi po11 n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp dt ord n1, vvn p-acp p-acp po11 n1, p-acp vvg px32 j; cst vbz, p-acp vbg av av-j j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 25
235 This is an Excess, the practice and mischief of which is too widely and fatally spread in the present Age. This is an Excess, the practice and mischief of which is too widely and fatally spread in the present Age. d vbz dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 25
236 In which, the most Venerable Mysteries of Religion, are prostituted to the most illiterate and vulgar Examination; In which, the most Venerable Mysteres of Religion, Are prostituted to the most illiterate and Vulgar Examination; p-acp r-crq, dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1, vbr vvn p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 25
237 and those sacred Articles of the Trinity and Incarnation, to which the most Improved Understandings of former Ages have bow'd with a profound Veneration, are presumptously attempted to be unfolded, by every confident Undertaker; and those sacred Articles of the Trinity and Incarnation, to which the most Improved Understandings of former Ages have bowed with a profound Veneration, Are presumptuously attempted to be unfolded, by every confident Undertaker; cc d j n2 pp-f dt np1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq dt av-ds j-vvn n2 pp-f j n2 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1, vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 25
238 and if they cannot be unfolded, more presumptuously deni'd, as if it were out of Malice and Revenge for their unsearchable obscurity. and if they cannot be unfolded, more presumptuously denied, as if it were out of Malice and Revenge for their unsearchable obscurity. cc cs pns32 vmbx vbi vvn, av-dc av-j vvn, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr av pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 25
239 But let every such curious and daring Enquirer hear the Advice of the Wiseman, who is likely to be his best Instructor in the rules and measures of acquiring Knowledge; Mike not thy self over-wise. Vain Man! But let every such curious and daring Enquirer hear the advice of the Wiseman, who is likely to be his best Instructor in the rules and measures of acquiring Knowledge; Mike not thy self overwise. Vain Man! p-acp vvb d d j cc j-vvg np1 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vbi po31 js n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f vvg n1; np1 xx po21 n1 j. j n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 26
240 Wouldest thou be wise beyond the Standard and Capacity of thy Nature? Does this disoblige thee, that there should be Mysteries in Religion above thy Understanding? Will nothing content thee but thou must comprehend the Essence and Attributes of the Deity? Foolish and Ambitious Creature! Wouldst thou be wise beyond the Standard and Capacity of thy Nature? Does this disoblige thee, that there should be Mysteres in Religion above thy Understanding? Will nothing content thee but thou must comprehend the Essence and Attributes of the Deity? Foolish and Ambitious Creature! vmd2 pns21 vbi j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po21 n1? vdz d vvi pno21, cst a-acp vmd vbi n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1? n1 pix vvi pno21 p-acp pns21 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1? j cc j n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
241 Go first and study those things which are more proportion'd to thy capacity; Go First and study those things which Are more proportioned to thy capacity; vvb ord cc vvi d n2 r-crq vbr av-dc vvn p-acp po21 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
242 the Idioms and Elegancies of Languages, the Histories and Polities of Nations, the Practical Maxims and Cases of Morality, the Idioms and Elegances of Languages, the Histories and Polities of nations, the Practical Maxims and Cases of Morality, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
243 and the ordinary appearances of Nature. and the ordinary appearances of Nature. cc dt j n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
244 Search into the matter and motions of the heavenly Bodies, the Formation of Animals, the Virtues of Plants, the seeds and mixtures of Earth, Search into the matter and motions of the heavenly Bodies, the Formation of Animals, the Virtues of Plants, the seeds and mixtures of Earth, n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt j n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n2 pp-f n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
245 and the fluxes and refluxes of the Waters. and the Fluxes and refluxes of the Waters. cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
246 And when thou hast gone through this School of Art and Nature, and hast mastered all the difficulties that occur there; And when thou hast gone through this School of Art and Nature, and hast mastered all the difficulties that occur there; cc c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vh2 vvn d dt n2 cst vvb a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
247 then, and not before, begin to unriddle the Mysterious Doctrines concerning Religion, and the Author of Nature. then, and not before, begin to unriddle the Mysterious Doctrines Concerning Religion, and the Author of Nature. av, cc xx a-acp, vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n2 vvg n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
248 But if there are many things even in this inferior scope of Knowledge, which thou must confess to be too hard for all thy Study and Learning to overcome, But if there Are many things even in this inferior scope of Knowledge, which thou must confess to be too hard for all thy Study and Learning to overcome, p-acp cs pc-acp vbr d n2 av p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns21 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi av j c-acp d po21 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
249 and which will baffle thy most diligent enquiry into them; and which will baffle thy most diligent enquiry into them; cc r-crq vmb vvi po21 av-ds j n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
250 Why shouldest thou pretend too boldly to the Knowledge of more remote and sublime things? Why shouldest thou think it a disparagement to thy understanding, which is not able to give account of the meanest Plant or Insect, to acknowledge something above its comprehension, in the Nature of God, and the Mysteries of Religion? Why Shouldst thou pretend too boldly to the Knowledge of more remote and sublime things? Why Shouldst thou think it a disparagement to thy understanding, which is not able to give account of the Meanest Plant or Insect, to acknowledge something above its comprehension, in the Nature of God, and the Mysteres of Religion? q-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dc j cc j n2? q-crq vmd2 pns21 vvi pn31 dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, r-crq vbz xx j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt js n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi pi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 26
251 Let me therefore as earnestly, as I may seasonably in this Generation, Exhort you all, in consideration of the narrowness and insufficiency of our human understandings, not to be too curious, Let me Therefore as earnestly, as I may seasonably in this Generation, Exhort you all, in consideration of the narrowness and insufficiency of our human understandings, not to be too curious, vvb pno11 av c-acp av-j, c-acp pns11 vmb av-j p-acp d n1, vvb pn22 d, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 j n2, xx pc-acp vbi av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
252 or to expect to be over wise in Religious Mysteries; or to expect to be over wise in Religious Mysteres; cc pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi a-acp j p-acp j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 26
253 but let us acquiesce in such a knowledge and discovery of those high and inaccessible Articles, as may conduce to our Edification and Salvation; but let us acquiesce in such a knowledge and discovery of those high and inaccessible Articles, as may conduce to our Edification and Salvation; cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j cc j n2, c-acp vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 27
254 and let us not by an endeavour to be over-wise in them, weary, and distract, and perplex our minds; and let us not by an endeavour to be overwise in them, weary, and distract, and perplex our minds; cc vvb pno12 xx p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno32, j, cc vvi, cc vvi po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 27
255 For why should we thus destroy our selves? For why should we thus destroy our selves? c-acp q-crq vmd pns12 av vvb po12 n2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 27
256 But 3. Let me now apply my self to those who are guilty of the last and greatest excess forbidden in my Text, who are, the over-much wicked and obdurate Sinners. But 3. Let me now apply my self to those who Are guilty of the last and greatest excess forbidden in my Text, who Are, the overmuch wicked and obdurate Sinners. p-acp crd vvb pno11 av vvi po11 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr j pp-f dt ord cc js n1 vvn p-acp po11 n1, r-crq vbr, dt av j cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 27
257 And all such let me exhort, by the terror of the Wiseman's denunciation, to rouze themselves up from their dangerous security. And all such let me exhort, by the terror of the Wiseman's denunciation, to rouse themselves up from their dangerous security. cc d d vvb pno11 vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vvi px32 a-acp p-acp po32 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 27
258 'Tis a Lethargick and treacherous sleep, that lulls them so fast, and will be sure to end in an Immature, It's a Lethargic and treacherous sleep, that lulls them so fast, and will be sure to end in an Immature, pn31|vbz dt j cc j n1, cst vvz pno32 av av-j, cc vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 27
259 and which is worse, in an Eternal death; and which is Worse, in an Eternal death; cc r-crq vbz av-jc, p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 27
260 and what Motive can be sufficient to persuade men to the forsaking of their most beloved Vices, and what Motive can be sufficient to persuade men to the forsaking of their most Beloved Vices, cc r-crq n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 av-ds j-vvn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 27
261 if they will not do it for this strong reason, for the prolongation of their Lives, if they will not do it for this strong reason, for the prolongation of their Lives, cs pns32 vmb xx vdi pn31 p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 27
262 and for the escaping of Death? and for the escaping of Death? cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 27
263 What terrible pains and operations, will not men sometimes contentedly undergo for these dear ends? they'l part with Limb after Limb, cut off Right-hands, pluck out Right-eyes, What terrible pains and operations, will not men sometime contentedly undergo for these dear ends? They'll part with Limb After Limb, Cut off Right-hands, pluck out Right-eyes, q-crq j n2 cc n2, vmb xx n2 av n1 vvi p-acp d j-jn n2? pns32|vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvn a-acp n2, vvb av n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
264 and think themselves sufficiently rewarded for all, if they can but avoid dying thereby, and preserve a poor helpless trunk and remnant of Life. and think themselves sufficiently rewarded for all, if they can but avoid dying thereby, and preserve a poor helpless trunk and remnant of Life. cc vvi px32 av-j vvn p-acp d, cs pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi vvg av, cc vvi dt j j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
265 And why will they not be equally prevailed with for the same reason, to give up their Sins? Those Sins which are the Gangreens and Mortifications of their Bodies and Souls, And why will they not be equally prevailed with for the same reason, to give up their Sins? Those Sins which Are the Gangrene and Mortifications of their Bodies and Souls, cc q-crq vmb pns32 xx vbi av-jn vvn p-acp p-acp dt d n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2? d n2 r-crq vbr dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
266 and must, if not cut off, bring them to death before their time? Why will they not part with these Right-hands, and these Right-eyes, their beloved Sins, and must, if not Cut off, bring them to death before their time? Why will they not part with these Right-hands, and these Right-eyes, their Beloved Sins, cc vmb, cs xx vvn a-acp, vvb pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1? q-crq vmb pns32 xx vvi p-acp d n2, cc d n2, po32 j-vvn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
267 as willingly as they do those of their Bodies, since there would be less pain in doing it, as willingly as they do those of their Bodies, since there would be less pain in doing it, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vdb d pp-f po32 n2, c-acp a-acp vmd vbi av-dc n1 p-acp vdg pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
268 and there is for it a greater necessity. Strange and unaccountable infatuation! and there is for it a greater necessity. Strange and unaccountable infatuation! cc pc-acp vbz p-acp pn31 dt jc n1. j cc j n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
269 That whereas Skin for Skin, and all that a man hath will he give for his life; That whereas Skin for Skin, and all that a man hath will he give for his life; cst cs n1 p-acp n1, cc d cst dt n1 vhz n1 pns31 vvi p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
270 yet he will not, tho for the sake of the same dear possession, be persuaded to part with his darling Vices. yet he will not, though for the sake of the same dear possession, be persuaded to part with his darling Vices. av pns31 vmb xx, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d j-jn n1, vbb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 27
271 What account canst thou give of such a proceeding, thou soolish and obdurate Sinner? That whereas God has hedged in thy way with thorns, and placed death as a stop in thy progress, thou wilt yet break through all those strong sences, chusing to dye before thy time, What account Canst thou give of such a proceeding, thou soolish and obdurate Sinner? That whereas God has hedged in thy Way with thorns, and placed death as a stop in thy progress, thou wilt yet break through all those strong Senses, choosing to die before thy time, q-crq n1 vm2 pns21 vvi pp-f d dt n-vvg, pns21 j cc j n1? cst cs np1 vhz vvn p-acp po21 n1 p-acp n2, cc vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, pns21 vm2 av vvi p-acp d d j n2, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
272 and to offer thy self up, if I may so say, a Martyr to the Devil? What Apology canst thou make for such an extravagant conduct? What reason canst thou find wherewith to answer the Wisemans question, and to offer thy self up, if I may so say, a Martyr to the devil? What Apology Canst thou make for such an extravagant conduct? What reason Canst thou find wherewith to answer the Wiseman's question, cc pc-acp vvi po21 n1 a-acp, cs pns11 vmb av vvi, dt n1 p-acp dt n1? q-crq n1 vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp d dt j n1? q-crq n1 vm2 pns21 vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
273 why thou wilt dye before thy time? Is death so amiable a thing in thy eyes? Art thou so enamour'd with the King of terrors, that thou hastenest thus to meet him, why thou wilt die before thy time? Is death so amiable a thing in thy eyes? Art thou so enamoured with the King of terrors, that thou hastenest thus to meet him, c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 n1? vbz n1 av j dt n1 p-acp po21 n2? vb2r pns21 av j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst pns21 vv2 av pc-acp vvi pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
274 and to anticipate the day of thy dissolution? No certainly, this cannot be the true reason of thy proceeding; and to anticipate the day of thy dissolution? No Certainly, this cannot be the true reason of thy proceeding; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n1? uh-dx av-j, d vmbx vbi dt j n1 pp-f po21 n-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
275 no man can be thus in love with death, but especially not the wicked man, who must expect so sad a Catastrophe after death. no man can be thus in love with death, but especially not the wicked man, who must expect so sad a Catastrophe After death. dx n1 vmb vbi av p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp av-j xx dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi av j dt n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
276 But the true cause of such an absurd Behaviour is this; That men consider not the last issue of their actions: But the true cause of such an absurd Behaviour is this; That men Consider not the last issue of their actions: p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d dt j n1 vbz d; d n2 vvb xx dt ord n1 pp-f po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
277 they go on in their Vices, as the Ox goes to the Slaughter, reflecting in the mean time no more than that Beast does, that they are tending to the Chambers of death. they go on in their Vices, as the Ox Goes to the Slaughter, reflecting in the mean time no more than that Beast does, that they Are tending to the Chambers of death. pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp po32 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1 av-dx av-dc cs d n1 vdz, cst pns32 vbr vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
278 Awake then, ye harden'd and secure Sinners, from this unthinking stupidity! Awake then, you hardened and secure Sinners, from this unthinking stupidity! j av, pn22 vvd cc j n2, p-acp d j n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
279 Arise, and escape for your Lives! Death and Hell are before you, and why will ye die before your time? If you love life, and desire to see good days, flee from those Vices which lead you into such fatal and murderous consequences; Arise, and escape for your Lives! Death and Hell Are before you, and why will you die before your time? If you love life, and desire to see good days, flee from those Vices which led you into such fatal and murderous consequences; vvb, cc vvb p-acp po22 n2! n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp pn22, cc q-crq vmb pn22 vvi p-acp po22 n1? cs pn22 vvb n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi j n2, vvb p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb pn22 p-acp d j cc j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
280 Let the time past of your lives be accounted as over-much wickedness; and walk from henceforth in the good and wholesome Paths of Virtue and Religion. Let the time past of your lives be accounted as overmuch wickedness; and walk from henceforth in the good and wholesome Paths of Virtue and Religion. vvb dt n1 j pp-f po22 n2 vbb vvn p-acp av n1; cc vvi p-acp av p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
281 Thus will you escape that untimely end which the Wiseman here warns you of; Thus will you escape that untimely end which the Wiseman Here warns you of; av vmb pn22 vvi cst j n1 r-crq dt n1 av vvz pn22 pp-f; (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
282 thus will you set out in a fair way to a long life here, and in a sure way to an eternal One hereafter. thus will you Set out in a fair Way to a long life Here, and in a sure Way to an Eternal One hereafter. av vmb pn22 vvi av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 av, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j crd av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28
283 To which God of his Infinite Mercy bring us all through Jesus Christ, To whom, &c. FINIS. To which God of his Infinite Mercy bring us all through jesus christ, To whom, etc. FINIS. p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvb pno12 d p-acp np1 np1, p-acp ro-crq, av fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 28

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