Ta proz eirenen, the things that belong unto peace, or, A seasonable discourse for these factious times delivered lately in a sermon before the judges at St. Maries in Nottingham at the assizes there, and now printed at the command of some persons of honour ; to which is annexed A short and modest apology for the author and book of the several weighty considerations, humbly recommended to the serious perusal of all, but more especially to the Roman Catholicks of England, by Thomas Sheppey ...

Sheppey, Thomas
Publisher: Printed for Henry Mortlock
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1682
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A59749 ESTC ID: R33738 STC ID: S3221
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Thessalonians, 1st, IV, 10-11; Sermons, English -- 17th century; Sheppey, Thomas. -- Several weighty considerations;
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0 1 THESS. IV. part of the x. and xi. Verses. But we beseech you, Brethren, that you increase more and more; 1 THESS. IV. part of the x. and xi. Verses. But we beseech you, Brothers, that you increase more and more; crd d. np1 n1 pp-f dt crd. cc crd. n2. cc-acp pns12 vvb pn22, n2, cst pn22 vvb av-dc cc av-dc; (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 And that you Study to be Quiet and to Do your Own Business. And that you Study to be Quiet and to Do your Own Business. cc cst pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi j-jn cc pc-acp vdb po22 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 AMong those many Glorious Titles wherewith the Evangelical Prophet Isaias endeavours to honour our Blessed Saviour, he particularly applies those of a Counsellour and Prince of Peace c. 9.6. To us a Child is born, to us a Son is given, and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellour, the Prince of Peace. AMong those many Glorious Titles wherewith the Evangelical Prophet Isaiah endeavours to honour our Blessed Saviour, he particularly Applies those of a Counselor and Prince of Peace c. 9.6. To us a Child is born, to us a Son is given, and his name shall be called Wondered, Counselor, the Prince of Peace. p-acp d d j n2 c-crq dt np1 n1 np1 n2 pc-acp vvi po12 j-vvn n1, pns31 av-j vvz d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 sy. crd. p-acp pno12 dt n1 vbz vvn, p-acp pno12 dt n1 vbz vvn, cc po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn j, n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 And that, without question, upon this very Account, because the Messias at his coming and divulging his Gospel by Himself and his Apostles was to give the best Advice, And that, without question, upon this very Account, Because the Messias At his coming and divulging his Gospel by Himself and his Apostles was to give the best advice, cc d, p-acp n1, p-acp d j vvb, c-acp dt np1 p-acp po31 n-vvg cc vvg po31 n1 p-acp px31 cc po31 n2 vbds pc-acp vvi dt js n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 and most Heavenly Counsel, that ever was offer'd to the sons of Men. and most Heavenly Counsel, that ever was offered to the Sons of Men. cc av-ds j n1, cst av vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 Now among all those wonderful Lessons and Instructions, which are left us by him in the Writings of his holy Apostles and Evangelists, I know none more Excellent, Now among all those wondered Lessons and Instructions, which Are left us by him in the Writings of his holy Apostles and Evangelists, I know none more Excellent, av p-acp d d j n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr vvn pno12 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f po31 j n2 cc n2, pns11 vvb pix av-dc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
6 nor at present so seasonable as this he hath bequeathed to us by the Pen of St. Paul in the words recited to you. nor At present so seasonable as this he hath bequeathed to us by the Pen of Saint Paul in the words recited to you. ccx p-acp j av j c-acp d pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
7 Counsel so good and effectual, that whosoever will faithfully embrace it, shall easily be master both of this World and the World to come, Counsel so good and effectual, that whosoever will faithfully embrace it, shall Easily be master both of this World and the World to come, n1 av j cc j, cst r-crq vmb av-j vvi pn31, vmb av-j vbi n1 av-d pp-f d n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
8 and be able to vie Felicity with the Greatest Monarchs. and be able to vie Felicity with the Greatest Monarchs. cc vbi j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt js n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
9 Counsel that will at once disingage us from all our Fears and Jealousies, and put us out of danger of any thing, but of being too happy; Counsel that will At once disengage us from all our Fears and Jealousies, and put us out of danger of any thing, but of being too happy; n1 cst vmb p-acp a-acp vvb pno12 p-acp d po12 n2 cc n2, cc vvb pno12 av pp-f n1 pp-f d n1, cc-acp pp-f vbg av j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
10 that is, of Resembling God himself, who transacts a life in the greatest Peace, Tranquillity and Quiet imaginable. that is, of Resembling God himself, who transacts a life in the greatest Peace, Tranquillity and Quiet imaginable. d vbz, pp-f vvg np1 px31, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt js n1, n1 cc j-jn j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
11 So that not only the love of God, but self interest it self invites us to this Divine Philosophy: So that not only the love of God, but self Interest it self invites us to this Divine Philosophy: av cst xx av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp n1 n1 pn31 n1 vvz pno12 p-acp d j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 Nature as well as Grace prompts us earnestly to prosecute our own advantage; Nature as well as Grace prompts us earnestly to prosecute our own advantage; n1 c-acp av c-acp n1 vvz pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi po12 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 and Time as well as Eternity ingages us to comply with this Heavenly Counsel of Increasing more and more; Of studying to be quiet, and Time as well as Eternity engages us to comply with this Heavenly Counsel of Increasing more and more; Of studying to be quiet, cc n1 c-acp av c-acp n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f vvg dc cc av-dc; pp-f vvg pc-acp vbi j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 and of minding our own Business. The words are very plain. and of minding our own Business. The words Are very plain. cc pp-f vvg po12 d n1. dt n2 vbr av j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 God make them as visible in the Practice of our Lives as they are intelligible in themselves. God make them as visible in the Practice of our Lives as they Are intelligible in themselves. np1 vvb pno32 p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 2
16 They are indeed usher'd in with a word of Induction, But I beseech you &c. But the Connexion making little or nothing to the clearing of any Difficulty in them; They Are indeed ushered in with a word of Induction, But I beseech you etc. But the Connexion making little or nothing to the clearing of any Difficulty in them; pns32 vbr av vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp pns11 vvb pn22 av p-acp dt n1 vvg j cc pix p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
17 I shall consider them absolutely without any coherence, but what they have with themselves; I shall Consider them absolutely without any coherence, but what they have with themselves; pns11 vmb vvi pno32 av-j p-acp d n1, cc-acp q-crq pns32 vhb p-acp px32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
18 and so make those Remarks upon them, whereon with Gods help and your patience I shall ground this present discourse. and so make those Remarks upon them, whereon with God's help and your patience I shall ground this present discourse. cc av vvb d n2 p-acp pno32, c-crq p-acp npg1 n1 cc po22 n1 pns11 vmb vvi d j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 2
19 Yet I cannot but take notice of that mutual Aspect and Combination these duties here recommended have among themselves. Yet I cannot but take notice of that mutual Aspect and Combination these duties Here recommended have among themselves. av pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi n1 pp-f cst j n1 cc n1 d n2 av vvn vhb p-acp px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 2
20 For by making a daily advance in our Christian Progress, we shall arrive at such a serenity of mind, that we shall be very fit to serve God and our Generation in that Employment and Station, wherein his allwise Providence hath placed us. For by making a daily advance in our Christian Progress, we shall arrive At such a serenity of mind, that we shall be very fit to serve God and our Generation in that Employment and Station, wherein his alwise Providence hath placed us. p-acp p-acp vvg dt av-j vvi p-acp po12 np1 n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi av j pc-acp vvi np1 cc po12 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, c-crq po31 j n1 vhz vvn pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
21 Or, vice versâ; By a conscientious diligence in our own lawful Vocation, we may be confident of attaining real Peace and making considerable progress in Grace and Christian Vertues. Or thus; Or, vice versâ; By a conscientious diligence in our own lawful Vocation, we may be confident of attaining real Peace and making considerable progress in Grace and Christian Virtues. Or thus; cc, fw-la fw-la; p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po12 d j n1, pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f vvg j n1 cc vvg j n1 p-acp n1 cc np1 n2. cc av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
22 By studying and following the things that belong to Peace, we shall be enabled to make a sufficient growth in Grace and advance in our own both Temporal and Eternal concerns. By studying and following the things that belong to Peace, we shall be enabled to make a sufficient growth in Grace and advance in our own both Temporal and Eternal concerns. p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n2 cst vvb p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp po12 d av-d j cc j vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
23 So you see I can hardly mistake, whereever I begin to make those Remarks, I just now mentioned. So you see I can hardly mistake, wherever I begin to make those Remarks, I just now mentioned. av pn22 vvb pns11 vmb av vvi, c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d n2, pns11 av av vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
24 For at last it will all amount to this, to make us Good, Christians, by increasing more and more: For At last it will all amount to this, to make us Good, Christians, by increasing more and more: p-acp p-acp ord pn31 vmb d vvi p-acp d, pc-acp vvi pno12 j, np1, p-acp j-vvg dc cc av-dc: (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
25 Good Subjects by studying to be quiet: and Good Neighbours by doing our own business. Good Subject's by studying to be quiet: and Good Neighbours by doing our own business. j n2-jn p-acp vvg pc-acp vbi j-jn: cc j n2 p-acp vdg po12 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 3
26 1. And in the first place we may hence inform our selves that our Holy Religion is no idle, sluggish habit; 1. And in the First place we may hence inform our selves that our Holy Religion is no idle, sluggish habit; crd cc p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vmb av vvi po12 n2 cst po12 j n1 vbz dx j, j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
27 but as our Great Chancellour in a Royal Assembly fitly termed it, A Principle of life and Vigour within us. but as our Great Chancellor in a Royal Assembly fitly termed it, A Principle of life and Vigour within us. cc-acp c-acp po12 j n1 p-acp dt j n1 av-j vvd pn31, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
28 A Principle, which though at first but as a Grain of Mustard seed, yet by increasing more and more, it becomes a great Tree. A Principle, which though At First but as a Grain of Mustard seed, yet by increasing more and more, it becomes a great Tree. dt n1, r-crq cs p-acp ord p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, av p-acp j-vvg dc cc av-dc, pn31 vvz dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
29 For by Increasing more and more, our Apostle here means nothing else, but what St. Peter presses so vehemently in his 2 Epistle. c. 3.18. to wit, Growing in Grace, and in the Knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. For by Increasing more and more, our Apostle Here means nothing Else, but what Saint Peter presses so vehemently in his 2 Epistle. c. 3.18. to wit, Growing in Grace, and in the Knowledge of our Lord jesus christ. p-acp p-acp vvg n1 cc av-dc, po12 n1 av vvz pix av, cc-acp q-crq n1 np1 vvz av av-j p-acp po31 crd n1. sy. crd. p-acp n1, vvg p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
30 We must be continually going forward and growing upward from Grace to Grace, from Vertue to Vertue, till we be of full growth in Christ Jesus. We must be continually going forward and growing upward from Grace to Grace, from Virtue to Virtue, till we be of full growth in christ jesus. pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvg av-j cc vvg av-j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vbb pp-f j n1 p-acp np1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
31 A Christian must neither be like Hezekiah 's Sun, that went backward; nor like Joshuah 's Sun that stood still: A Christian must neither be like Hezekiah is Sun, that went backward; nor like Joshua is Sun that stood still: dt njp vmb av-dx vbi j np1 vbz n1, cst vvd av-j; ccx j np1 vbz n1 cst vvd av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
32 but like Davids Sun, Psalm 19.5. Which is as a Bridegroom coming out of his Chamber, and rejoyces as a strong Man to run his Race. but like Davids Sun, Psalm 19.5. Which is as a Bridegroom coming out of his Chamber, and rejoices as a strong Man to run his Raze. cc-acp j npg1 n1, np1 crd. r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 vvg av pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
33 There is always in Christianity a NONLATINALPHABET, something remaining. And though some of our Neighbours brag much of their State of Perfection; There is always in Christianity a, something remaining. And though Some of our Neighbours brag much of their State of Perfection; pc-acp vbz av p-acp np1 dt, pi vvg. cc cs d pp-f po12 n2 vvi d pp-f po32 n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 3
34 of their Ne plus ultrà in their spiritual Journey; of Immediate Ʋnions with the Divine Essence in the pure fund of the Spirit: of their Ne plus ultrà in their spiritual Journey; of Immediate Ʋnions with the Divine Essence in the pure fund of the Spirit: pp-f po32 ccx fw-fr fw-la p-acp po32 j n1; pp-f j n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
35 Yet we poor Protestants, God help us, must according to the command of our meek and humble Jesus, Yet we poor Protestants, God help us, must according to the command of our meek and humble jesus, av pns12 j n2, np1 vvb pno12, vmb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j cc j np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
36 when we have done all we can, look upon our selves but as unprofitable Servants, and follow the example of our Blessed Apostle. Phil. 3.13. Not as though I had already attained, or were already Perfect: when we have done all we can, look upon our selves but as unprofitable Servants, and follow the Exampl of our Blessed Apostle. Philip 3.13. Not as though I had already attained, or were already Perfect: c-crq pns12 vhb vdn d pns12 vmb, vvb p-acp po12 n2 p-acp a-acp j n2, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1. np1 crd. xx c-acp cs pns11 vhd av vvn, cc vbdr av j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
37 but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth to those things which are before, I press toward the Mark for the Price of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which Are behind, and reaching forth to those things which Are before, I press towards the Mark for the Price of the high calling of God in christ jesus. cc-acp d crd n1 pns11 vdb, vvg d n2 r-crq vbr a-acp, cc vvg av p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr a-acp, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 4
38 2. The second Obligation here seriously recommended to our consideration and practice is the study of Peace and Quietness. 2. The second Obligation Here seriously recommended to our consideration and practice is the study of Peace and Quietness. crd dt ord n1 av av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
39 A most Important and Seasonable Duty, and which cannot be too much press'd at this time. A most Important and Seasonable Duty, and which cannot be too much pressed At this time. dt av-ds j cc j n1, cc q-crq vmbx vbi av av-d vvn p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
40 Now as Plato said of Vertue, so I may say of Peace; Could she but assume a visible shape, we should all presently become inamour'd of her. Now as Plato said of Virtue, so I may say of Peace; Could she but assume a visible shape, we should all presently become enamoured of her. av c-acp np1 vvd pp-f n1, av pns11 vmb vvi pp-f n1; vmd pns31 p-acp vvb dt j n1, pns12 vmd av-d av-j vvn j-vvn pp-f pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
41 Wherefore I know no more effectual Medium to urge the practice of the Duty in my Text, Wherefore I know no more effectual Medium to urge the practice of the Duty in my Text, c-crq pns11 vvb av-dx av-dc j fw-la pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
42 than by presenting to you the Blessed fruits and effects which will undoubtedly accrue to us by it: than by presenting to you the Blessed fruits and effects which will undoubtedly accrue to us by it: cs p-acp vvg p-acp pn22 dt j-vvn n2 cc n2 r-crq vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
43 I mean by maintaining that Peace and Quiet we at present enjoy, and which nothing but our own boisterous and unruly passions can rob us of. I mean by maintaining that Peace and Quiet we At present enjoy, and which nothing but our own boisterous and unruly passion can rob us of. pns11 vvb p-acp vvg d n1 cc j-jn pns12 p-acp j vvi, cc r-crq pix p-acp po12 d j cc j n2 vmb vvi pno12 pp-f. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
44 Let us then I say, but take a full view of what the Apostle here so pathetically presses upon us, Let us then I say, but take a full view of what the Apostle Here so pathetically presses upon us, vvb pno12 av pns11 vvb, cc-acp vvb dt j n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 av av av-j vvz p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
45 and recommends as an object worthy of our utmost Care and Study. It is nothing else, and recommends as an Object worthy of our utmost Care and Study. It is nothing Else, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 j pp-f po12 j vvb cc vvb. pn31 vbz pix av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 4
46 but what is our Happiness more than our Duty. Peace, that Soul of the Universe, that Chain of the World and Cement of Nature, the Bond of Governments, the Desire of Men, the Joy of Angels, the delight of God himself. but what is our Happiness more than our Duty. Peace, that Soul of the Universe, that Chain of the World and Cement of Nature, the Bound of Governments, the Desire of Men, the Joy of Angels, the delight of God himself. cc-acp q-crq vbz po12 n1 av-dc cs po12 n1. n1, cst n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvb pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
47 Peace, the design of Nature, the Perfection of Grace, and Consummation of Glory. Peace, the Reconciliation of Sinners, the Consolation of the Saints, the Crown of the Blessed. Peace, the Design of Nature, the Perfection of Grace, and Consummation of Glory. Peace, the Reconciliation of Sinners, the Consolation of the Saints, the Crown of the Blessed. n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
48 Peace, at which the Scriptures aime, which Faith intends, Hope aspires to, Love mounts towards it, Peace, At which the Scriptures aim, which Faith intends, Hope aspires to, Love mounts towards it, n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vvb, r-crq n1 vvz, n1 vvz p-acp, n1 vvz p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
49 and it is compleat Beatitude to attain it. and it is complete Beatitude to attain it. cc pn31 vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
50 To procure this Peace, the Son of God came into the World, he toyl'd and laboured to treat about it; To procure this Peace, the Son of God Come into the World, he toiled and laboured to Treat about it; p-acp vvi d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
51 He died to confirm it, and arose again to proclaim it, and sent his Holy Spirit to bestow it on us. He died to confirm it, and arose again to proclaim it, and sent his Holy Spirit to bestow it on us. pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvd av pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvd po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
52 His Labours acquired it, his Bloud bought it, his Death merited it, and his Love bequeathed it. His Labours acquired it, his Blood bought it, his Death merited it, and his Love bequeathed it. po31 n2 vvn pn31, po31 n1 vvd pn31, po31 n1 vvd pn31, cc po31 n1 vvd pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
53 At his Birth the Angels chanted it forth, Glory be to God on High, and on Earth Peace. At his Birth the Angels chanted it forth, Glory be to God on High, and on Earth Peace. p-acp po31 n1 dt n2 vvd pn31 av, n1 vbb p-acp np1 p-acp j, cc p-acp n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
54 And at his Resurrection He himself published it; And At his Resurrection He himself published it; cc p-acp po31 n1 pns31 px31 vvn pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
55 Peace be with you. Thus was Peace the Beginning of his carrieer, and the end of his Course. Peace be with you. Thus was Peace the Beginning of his carrieer, and the end of his Course. n1 vbb p-acp pn22. av vbds n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
56 Peace was the design of his Combate, and Peace was the Crown of his Victory. Peace was the Design of his Combat, and Peace was the Crown of his Victory. n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 5
57 Indeed if we look a little more particularly into the matter, we shall find that this Quietness which we are here commanded to study, is the perfection both of the Greater and of the Lesser World: I mean Man himself. Indeed if we look a little more particularly into the matter, we shall find that this Quietness which we Are Here commanded to study, is the perfection both of the Greater and of the Lesser World: I mean Man himself. av cs pns12 vvb dt av-j av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi cst d n1 r-crq pns12 vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi, vbz dt n1 av-d pp-f dt jc cc pp-f dt jc n1: pns11 vvb n1 px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 5
58 The greater World is composed of two parts, the Celestial and Elementary World. The greater World is composed of two parts, the Celestial and Elementary World. dt jc n1 vbz vvn pp-f crd n2, dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
59 To what tends that constant and regular motion of the Heavenly Bodies, that most exact Dance of the Rouling Spheres, To what tends that constant and regular motion of the Heavenly Bodies, that most exact Dance of the Ruling Spheres, p-acp r-crq vvz d j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n2, cst av-ds j n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
60 but to make up the Harmony of a most ravishing Concord? And that mutual Marriage and Conjunction of the Elements, what doth it breathe forth but the sweets of a most Amiable Peace in the Sublunary World? The motions of the Heavens being so different, but to make up the Harmony of a most ravishing Concord? And that mutual Marriage and Conjunction of the Elements, what does it breathe forth but the sweets of a most Amiable Peace in the Sublunary World? The motions of the Heavens being so different, cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j-vvg n1? cc cst j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vdz pn31 vvi av p-acp dt n2-j pp-f dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt j n1? dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vbg av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 5
61 and the Qualities of the Elements so contrary, who would not presently conclude an inevitable War must follow, both in the Heavens by their diverse Revolutions, and the Qualities of the Elements so contrary, who would not presently conclude an inevitable War must follow, both in the Heavens by their diverse Revolutions, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2 av j-jn, r-crq vmd xx av-j vvi dt j n1 vmb vvi, av-d p-acp dt n2 p-acp po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
62 and in the Elements by their manifold Antipathies? And yet both the Heavens compose their discord, and in the Elements by their manifold Antipathies? And yet both the Heavens compose their discord, cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp po32 j n2? cc av av-d dt n2 vvb po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
63 and the Elements do, as I may say, lay aside their Quarrel to produce and preserve that Peace which is the life of Nature and the Conservation of the World. and the Elements do, as I may say, lay aside their Quarrel to produce and preserve that Peace which is the life of Nature and the Conservation of the World. cc dt n2 vdb, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi, vvb av po32 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
64 From whence proceeds the Beauty of the Universe, but from Order? and what maintains this Order but that Peace which is amongst its members? Every one keeps its Rank and Station without intrenching upon the others Offices, From whence proceeds the Beauty of the Universe, but from Order? and what maintains this Order but that Peace which is among its members? Every one keeps its Rank and Station without entrenching upon the Others Offices, p-acp q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp p-acp n1? cc q-crq vvz d n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po31 n2? d pi vvz po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
65 and so they keep an inviolable Peace, which preserves their Being, and buoyes up their Dignity. and so they keep an inviolable Peace, which preserves their Being, and buoys up their Dignity. cc av pns32 vvb dt j n1, r-crq vvz po32 vbg, cc vvz a-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
66 Whereas if Debate and Dissension should once intrude among the parts of this great Body; immediately upon Debate would follow Disorder, and upon Disorder a Dissolution of the whole Fabrick: Whereas if Debate and Dissension should once intrude among the parts of this great Body; immediately upon Debate would follow Disorder, and upon Disorder a Dissolution of the Whole Fabric: cs cs n1 cc n1 vmd a-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1; av-j p-acp n1 vmd vvi n1, cc p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
67 and that which Quietness makes appear so Goodly and Beautiful, that it derives its very names of NONLATINALPHABET and Mundus from its comely features, would in a moment by Discord be turned into a Chaos of Confusion. and that which Quietness makes appear so Goodly and Beautiful, that it derives its very names of and World from its comely features, would in a moment by Discord be turned into a Chaos of Confusion. cc cst r-crq n1 vvz vvb av j cc j, cst pn31 vvz po31 j n2 pp-f cc np1 p-acp po31 j n2, vmd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 6
68 Let us descend a little to Particulars and see how Peace is the Perfection of the Parts as well as of the Whole. Let us descend a little to Particulars and see how Peace is the Perfection of the Parts as well as of the whole. vvb pno12 vvi dt j p-acp n2-j cc vvb c-crq n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 6
69 All that is in this Great Family of the World may be distributed into two Classes or Orders of things. All that is in this Great Family of the World may be distributed into two Classes or Order of things. d cst vbz p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2 cc n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
70 Some whereof have nothing but a simple Being, as Stones, Minerals and other inanimate Bodies. Others, besides a Being, have Life, either Vegetative as Plants, or sensitive, as Animals. some whereof have nothing but a simple Being, as Stones, Minerals and other inanimate Bodies. Others, beside a Being, have Life, either Vegetative as Plants, or sensitive, as Animals. d c-crq vhb pix cc-acp dt j vbg, c-acp n2, n2 cc j-jn j n2. n2-jn, p-acp dt vbg, vhb n1, d j c-acp n2, cc j, c-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
71 I speak not as yet of Man, who, besides, his sensitive, hath a Reasonable and Intellectual Life. I speak not as yet of Man, who, beside, his sensitive, hath a Reasonable and Intellectual Life. pns11 vvb xx c-acp av pp-f n1, r-crq, a-acp, po31 j, vhz dt j cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 6
72 And First, as to Things that have nothing but Being; that very Being is their Perfection. And First, as to Things that have nothing but Being; that very Being is their Perfection. cc ord, c-acp p-acp n2 cst vhb pix cc-acp vbg; cst av vbg vbz po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 6
73 Now what is it that preserves the being of Stones and Minerals, but the Peace and agreement of the four first Qualities (as they call them) Dry and Moist, Cold and Hot: Now what is it that preserves the being of Stones and Minerals, but the Peace and agreement of the four First Qualities (as they call them) Dry and Moist, Cold and Hight: av q-crq vbz pn31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt crd ord n2 (c-acp pns32 vvb pno32) j cc j, j-jn cc j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
74 Their Being hath no other foundation but the marriage and Union of these contraries, that compose them. Their Being hath no other Foundation but the marriage and union of these contraries, that compose them. po32 vbg vhz dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2-jn, cst vvb pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
75 As soon as one Contrary begins to get the upper hand over his Fellows, and the Peace is broken, presently a dreadful Civil War commenceth: As soon as one Contrary begins to get the upper hand over his Fellows, and the Peace is broken, presently a dreadful Civil War Commenceth: p-acp av c-acp pi j-jn vvz pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc dt n1 vbz vvn, av-j dt j j n1 vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
76 they mutually destroy one another, and this is infallibly attended with the ruine of the whole Compositum. And hence it comes to pass that all Bodies under Heaven, they mutually destroy one Another, and this is infallibly attended with the ruin of the Whole Compositum. And hence it comes to pass that all Bodies under Heaven, pns32 av-j vvi pi j-jn, cc d vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn fw-la. cc av pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi cst d n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
77 even the most solid Stones and Metals are corruptible, because they are all composed of contrary Ingredients; even the most solid Stones and Metals Are corruptible, Because they Are all composed of contrary Ingredients; av dt av-ds j n2 cc n2 vbr j, c-acp pns32 vbr d vvn pp-f j-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
78 and Peace cannot be very permanent in the midst of so much contrariety. Thus Concord preserves them and War ruins them. and Peace cannot be very permanent in the midst of so much contrariety. Thus Concord preserves them and War ruins them. cc n1 vmbx vbi av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f av d n1. av n1 vvz pno32 cc n1 vvz pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
79 Quietness is their Perfection, and Debate the Original of their Destruction. The very same thing happens in Plants and Animals; Quietness is their Perfection, and Debate the Original of their Destruction. The very same thing happens in Plants and Animals; n1 vbz po32 n1, cc vvi dt j-jn pp-f po32 n1. dt j d n1 vvz p-acp n2 cc n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 7
80 and therefore from them I proceed to Man himself, and shall endeavour to shew, how this study of Quietness is the Perfection of Man in what ever state we consider him: and Therefore from them I proceed to Man himself, and shall endeavour to show, how this study of Quietness is the Perfection of Man in what ever state we Consider him: cc av p-acp pno32 pns11 vvb p-acp n1 px31, cc vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, c-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq av n1 pns12 vvb pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
81 either in the state of Nature as a Man; or in the state of Grace, as a Christian and God's Friend; either in the state of Nature as a Man; or in the state of Grace, as a Christian and God's Friend; av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt njp cc npg1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
82 or in the state of Glory, as one of the Blessed Inhabitants of the Jerusalem, that is above, the Mother of us all. or in the state of Glory, as one of the Blessed Inhabitants of the Jerusalem, that is above, the Mother of us all. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pi pp-f dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt np1, cst vbz a-acp, dt n1 pp-f pno12 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 7
83 In the state of Nature the good and welfare of Mans Body depends upon the Peace and Harmony of the forementioned Qualities; In the state of Nature the good and welfare of men Body depends upon the Peace and Harmony of the forementioned Qualities; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 dt j cc n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
84 and his dissolution proceeds from their Discord. and his dissolution proceeds from their Discord. cc po31 n1 vvz p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
85 The natural good of his Soul consists in an interiour Repose, Tranquillity and easiness of Spirit, which renders him serene, content and satisfied, His Body is sustained by Peace as its Life, The natural good of his Soul consists in an interior Repose, Tranquillity and easiness of Spirit, which renders him serene, content and satisfied, His Body is sustained by Peace as its Life, dt j j pp-f po31 n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn vvb, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz pno31 j, j cc vvn, po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
86 and his Soul breaths after Peace as its utmost felicity. and his Soul breathes After Peace as its utmost felicity. cc po31 n1 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 7
87 Irrequietum est Cor nostrum, Domine, donec revertatur ad Te. Even all his outward Senses and inward faculties seek after Quiet and repose as their ultimate End and Good. Irrequietum est Cor nostrum, Domine, donec revertatur ad Te. Even all his outward Senses and inward faculties seek After Quiet and repose as their ultimate End and Good. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 av-j d po31 j n2 cc j n2 vvb p-acp j-jn cc vvi p-acp po32 n1 vvb cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
88 What do all the Senses aim at in those several Objects they pursue with so much eagerness, What do all the Senses aim At in those several Objects they pursue with so much eagerness, q-crq vdb d dt n2 vvb p-acp p-acp d j n2 pns32 vvb p-acp av d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
89 but to repose in them by delight? All the Senses are in perpetual motion, searching on all sides for proper Objects and Diversions, but to repose in them by delight? All the Senses Are in perpetual motion, searching on all sides for proper Objects and Diversions, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1? av-d dt n2 vbr p-acp j n1, vvg p-acp d n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
90 and having met with them they embrace them, and embracing them they unite themselves to them; and having met with them they embrace them, and embracing them they unite themselves to them; cc vhg vvn p-acp pno32 pns32 vvb pno32, cc vvg pno32 pns32 vvb px32 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
91 and being united to them, they delight in them; and being delighted, there they rest and are at quiet, rejoycing in their Happiness; and being united to them, they delight in them; and being delighted, there they rest and Are At quiet, rejoicing in their Happiness; cc vbg vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp pno32; cc vbg vvn, a-acp pns32 vvb cc vbr p-acp j-jn, vvg p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
92 and thus in their Repose they meet with their Perfection. and thus in their Repose they meet with their Perfection. cc av p-acp po32 vvb pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 8
93 And as for his interiour Powers, his sensitive Appetite, Imagination, Memory, Understanding, Will, what do they quest after, what do all their bustlings, stirs and motions tend to, And as for his interior Powers, his sensitive Appetite, Imagination, Memory, Understanding, Will, what do they quest After, what do all their bustlings, stirs and motions tend to, cc c-acp p-acp po31 j-jn n2, po31 j n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, q-crq vdb pns32 n1 a-acp, q-crq vdb d po32 n2-vvg, n2 cc n2 vvb p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
94 but to find Repose, by uniting themselves to Objects agreeable? In a word, All that is in man looks out after its proper Object, but to find Repose, by uniting themselves to Objects agreeable? In a word, All that is in man looks out After its proper Object, cc-acp pc-acp vvi vvi, p-acp n-vvg px32 p-acp n2 j? p-acp dt n1, d cst vbz p-acp n1 vvz av p-acp po31 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
95 and in its Object its delight, and in its delight its peace and quiet, and in its quiet its End and Happiness. and in its Object its delight, and in its delight its peace and quiet, and in its quiet its End and Happiness. cc p-acp po31 n1 po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 po31 n1 cc j-jn, cc p-acp po31 vvi po31 vvb cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
96 So that Peace is the Perfection of Man and of all that is in Man. To what do all his desires and devices, his Designs, Labours and Industry bend, So that Peace is the Perfection of Man and of all that is in Man. To what do all his Desires and devices, his Designs, Labours and Industry bend, av d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f d cst vbz p-acp n1 p-acp q-crq vdb d po31 n2 cc n2, po31 n2, n2 cc n1 vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
97 but to settle himself in his ease, and in his ease to meet with Content, but to settle himself in his ease, and in his ease to meet with Content, cc-acp pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
98 and in Content to find Peace, and in Peace to enjoy Happiness? Why do Men delight in Society? to what purpose were Empires, Common-wealths and other Communities founded? to what end serves Order and the Dependance of Inferiours and Superiours, of Commanding and Obeying; and in Content to find Peace, and in Peace to enjoy Happiness? Why do Men delight in Society? to what purpose were Empires, Commonwealths and other Communities founded? to what end serves Order and the Dependence of Inferiors and Superiors, of Commanding and Obeying; cc p-acp j pc-acp vvi n1, cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n1? q-crq vdb n2 vvi p-acp n1? p-acp q-crq n1 vbdr n2, n2 cc j-jn n2 vvn? p-acp q-crq n1 vvz n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n2-jn cc n2-jn, pp-f vvg cc vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 8
99 but to take away Confusion, to establish Order, and with Order, Peace and Quietness among Men? What is the meaning of Magistrates and Laws, Policy and Punishment, but to take away Confusion, to establish Order, and with Order, Peace and Quietness among Men? What is the meaning of Magistrates and Laws, Policy and Punishment, cc-acp pc-acp vvi av n1, pc-acp vvi n1, cc p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp n2? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
100 but to uphold this Peace, by cutting off those Refractory Members, that would disturb the Harmony of the Body Politick? Just as they turn a jarring Voice out of a Quire of Musicians, but to uphold this Peace, by cutting off those Refractory Members, that would disturb the Harmony of the Body Politic? Just as they turn a jarring Voice out of a Choir of Musicians, cc-acp pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp vvg a-acp d j n2, cst vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j? j c-acp pns32 vvb dt j-vvg n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
101 and take a false string from a Musical Instrument. And thus is Peace the Perfection of Man considered in his pure Naturals. and take a false string from a Musical Instrument. And thus is Peace the Perfection of Man considered in his pure Naturals. cc vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1. cc av vbz n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po31 j n2-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 9
102 Peace is the scope of his Designs, the end of his Labours, the Center of his Faculties, the Repose of his Motions, the Life of his Body, Peace is the scope of his Designs, the end of his Labours, the Centre of his Faculties, the Repose of his Motions, the Life of his Body, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt vvb pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
103 and the Happiness of his Soul. But to little purpose do we study to be quiet in this World. and the Happiness of his Soul. But to little purpose do we study to be quiet in this World. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc-acp p-acp j n1 vdb pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 9
104 At least it is a fond hope to meet with a perfect and accomplish'd Peace any where but in God. At least it is a found hope to meet with a perfect and accomplished Peace any where but in God. p-acp ds pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc vvd n1 d c-crq p-acp p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
105 Nature and the whole Oeconomy of Nature cannot yield that Quiet and Repose that Man is bound to seek after. Nature and the Whole Oeconomy of Nature cannot yield that Quiet and Repose that Man is bound to seek After. n1 cc dt j-jn np1 pp-f n1 vmbx vvi d j-jn cc vvb d n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
106 And not only doth Faith teach us, but Reason demonstrates, and Experience convinceth us that nothing here below can yield an entire Peace to our hungry appetite, And not only does Faith teach us, but Reason demonstrates, and Experience Convinces us that nothing Here below can yield an entire Peace to our hungry appetite, cc xx av-j vdz n1 vvi pno12, cc-acp n1 vvz, cc n1 vvz pno12 cst pix av a-acp vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp po12 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
107 but that Divinity which gave it Being. but that Divinity which gave it Being. cc-acp cst n1 r-crq vvd pn31 vbg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
108 And therefore we must raise Man a degree higher than the order of Nature and consider him in that of Grace: And Therefore we must raise Man a degree higher than the order of Nature and Consider him in that of Grace: cc av pns12 vmb vvi n1 dt n1 av-jc cs dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi pno31 p-acp d pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
109 as a Christian endowed with Faith, Hope and Love of God, whose fruition he expects in the state of Glory, as a Christian endowed with Faith, Hope and Love of God, whose fruition he expects in the state of Glory, c-acp dt njp vvn p-acp n1, vvb cc n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
110 and in the fruition of God his compleat Peace, his intire Quiet and absolute Perfection. and in the fruition of God his complete Peace, his entire Quiet and absolute Perfection. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 j n1, po31 j j-jn cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 9
111 It is true, the works of God are all Perfect, and God created Man compleat both as to his Body and his Soul. His Body injoy'd perfect Quiet, by reason of that Temperamentum ad pondus, that exact Temper and Harmony of the humours. It is true, the works of God Are all Perfect, and God created Man complete both as to his Body and his Soul. His Body enjoyed perfect Quiet, by reason of that Temperamentum ad pondus, that exact Temper and Harmony of the humours. pn31 vbz j, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr d j, cc np1 vvn n1 j av-d c-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1 po31 n1 vvd j j-jn, p-acp n1 pp-f d fw-la fw-la fw-la, cst vvb vvi cc n1 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
112 A Harmony that Death could not destroy, nor Maladies disturb: A Harmony that Death could not destroy, nor Maladies disturb: dt n1 cst n1 vmd xx vvi, ccx n2 vvb: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
113 since he was enobled by a supernatural Gift, which rendred his Body Impassible, Immortal and Incorruptible. since he was ennobled by a supernatural Gift, which rendered his Body Impassable, Immortal and Incorruptible. c-acp pns31 vbds j-vvn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvd po31 n1 j, j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
114 His Soul in like manner injoyed most perfect Repose, not experiencing the least contradiction in the inferiour Part, His Soul in like manner enjoyed most perfect Repose, not experiencing the least contradiction in the inferior Part, po31 n1 p-acp j n1 vvd ds j vvb, xx vvg dt ds n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 9
115 and being at Peace with God by an entire agreement of his Will with the Divine Will original Righteousness maintained this harmony by calming his Passions, bridleing in his Senses, taming his Flesh, and being At Peace with God by an entire agreement of his Will with the Divine Will original Righteousness maintained this harmony by calming his Passion, bridling in his Senses, taming his Flesh, cc vbg p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 j-jn n1 vvd d n1 p-acp vvg po31 n2, vvg p-acp po31 n2, vvg po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
116 and subjugating his Appetite to Reason, and his Reason to God. and subjugating his Appetite to Reason, and his Reason to God. cc j-vvg po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
117 From whence sprung so great an accord in the Soul of Man, that even upon Earth he had a foretaste of the sweets of Heaven. From whence sprung so great an accord in the Soul of Man, that even upon Earth he had a foretaste of the sweets of Heaven. p-acp c-crq vvd av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst av p-acp n1 pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 10
118 But Sin having caused Reason to rebell against God, made the Appetite to rebell against Reason; But since having caused Reason to rebel against God, made the Appetite to rebel against Reason; p-acp n1 vhg vvn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
119 and violating that agreement which was between God and Man, did likewise disturb that quiet which Man had in himself, and violating that agreement which was between God and Man, did likewise disturb that quiet which Man had in himself, cc vvg d n1 r-crq vbds p-acp np1 cc n1, vdd av vvi d n-jn r-crq n1 vhd p-acp px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
120 and sow'd those seeds of Dissention between the Flesh and the Spirit, Sense and Reason, the Appetite and the Will. and sowed those seeds of Dissension between the Flesh and the Spirit, Sense and Reason, the Appetite and the Will. cc vvd d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
121 Nor did Sin onely interrupt the inward Peace of his Soul, but the outward Repose of his Body also, by taking from him that gift of Grace, which made it Incorruptible. Nor did since only interrupt the inward Peace of his Soul, but the outward Repose of his Body also, by taking from him that gift of Grace, which made it Incorruptible. ccx vdd n1 av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp dt j vvi pp-f po31 n1 av, p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 cst n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvd pn31 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
122 And then the materials and humours, whereof he was composed, presently began to mutiny; and this spoil'd the harmony by sicknesses, and utterly destroy'd it by Death. And then the materials and humours, whereof he was composed, presently began to mutiny; and this spoiled the harmony by Sicknesses, and utterly destroyed it by Death. cc av dt n2-jn cc n2, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, av-j vvd pc-acp vvi; cc d vvn dt n1 p-acp n2, cc av-j vvn pn31 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
123 And hence arise all those mischiefs, which at this day inviron the wretched Off-spring of Adam both in Body and Soul. Had Man maintained the Peace with God by a sweet Concord of his Will with his Sovereign's, he had likewise retained most absolute Tranquillity in himself. And hence arise all those mischiefs, which At this day environ the wretched Offspring of Adam both in Body and Soul. Had Man maintained the Peace with God by a sweet Concord of his Will with his Sovereign's, he had likewise retained most absolute Tranquillity in himself. cc av vvb d d n2, r-crq p-acp d n1 vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 d p-acp n1 cc n1 vhd n1 vvn dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 ng1-jn, pns31 vhd av vvd av-ds j n1 p-acp px31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
124 But assoon as he broke the League by his Rebellious will, all things broke the Peace with him. But As soon as he broke the League by his Rebellious will, all things broke the Peace with him. p-acp av c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1, d n2 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
125 His Body by the clashing together of the humours; his Soul by those many contradictions he finds there. Then presently War was proclaimed; His Body by the clashing together of the humours; his Soul by those many contradictions he finds there. Then presently War was proclaimed; po31 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f dt n2; po31 n1 p-acp d d n2 pns31 vvz a-acp. av av-j n1 vbds vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
126 the Angel took his Sword, and the Earth arm'd it self with Thorns, the Heavens with Thunder, the Air with Contagion, and wild Beasts with Fury. the Angel took his Sword, and the Earth armed it self with Thorns, the Heavens with Thunder, the Air with Contagion, and wild Beasts with Fury. dt n1 vvd po31 n1, cc dt n1 vvd pn31 n1 p-acp n2, dt n2 p-acp n1, dt n1 p-acp n1, cc j n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
127 Beasts, Elements and Angels, the whole Creation rose in Arms against their Makers Enemy. And whereas before, he had peace with all Things: Beasts, Elements and Angels, the Whole Creation rose in Arms against their Makers Enemy. And whereas before, he had peace with all Things: ng1, n2 cc n2, dt j-jn n1 vvd p-acp n2 p-acp po32 ng1 n1. cc cs a-acp, pns31 vhd n1 p-acp d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 10
128 with God by Grace, with himself by the happy Concord between the Soul and Body, with all other Creatures by that Obedience they paid him: with God by Grace, with himself by the happy Concord between the Soul and Body, with all other Creatures by that obedience they paid him: p-acp np1 p-acp n1, p-acp px31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp d n1 pns32 vvd pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
129 Now he is attacqued on all sides; God became his Enemy, his own flesh his Adversary, and all Creatures rebell'd: Now he is attacked on all sides; God became his Enemy, his own Flesh his Adversary, and all Creatures rebelled: av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2; np1 vvd po31 n1, po31 d n1 po31 n1, cc d n2 vvd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
130 and so by woful experience he found that to break Gods Peace is the greatest mischief that can betide a Rational Creature. and so by woeful experience he found that to break God's Peace is the greatest mischief that can betide a Rational Creature. cc av p-acp j n1 pns31 vvd cst pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 vbz dt js n1 cst vmb vvi dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 11
131 But at last after innumerable Acts of Hostility past on both sides; on mans by his multiplied Iniquities, and on Gods by his severe Chastisements; But At last After innumerable Acts of Hostility passed on both sides; on men by his multiplied Iniquities, and on God's by his severe Chastisements; cc-acp p-acp ord p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d n2; p-acp n2 p-acp po31 vvn n2, cc p-acp n2 p-acp po31 j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
132 he whose Property it is to have Mercy, and to forgive; though the first provoked and assaulted, yet was graciously pleased to propose terms of Reconciliation; he whose Property it is to have Mercy, and to forgive; though the First provoked and assaulted, yet was graciously pleased to propose terms of Reconciliation; pns31 rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vhi n1, cc pc-acp vvi; cs dt ord vvn cc vvn, av vbds av-j vvn pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
133 and that not by an Angel or Servant, but by his own Son. God was in Christ reconciling the World to himself: and that not by an Angel or Servant, but by his own Son. God was in christ reconciling the World to himself: cc cst xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 d n1 np1 vbds p-acp np1 n-vvg dt n1 p-acp px31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
134 and he dismantled those strong Holds that Sin had raised, and breaking down the wall of Partition made all Friends. and he dismantled those strong Holds that since had raised, and breaking down the wall of Partition made all Friends. cc pns31 vvn d j vvz d n1 vhd vvn, cc vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
135 And therefore the Apostle expresly calls him Our Peace. He united the Humanity and Divinity together in his own Person; And Therefore the Apostle expressly calls him Our Peace. He united the Humanity and Divinity together in his own Person; cc av dt n1 av-j vvz pno31 po12 n1. pns31 vvn dt n1 cc n1 av p-acp po31 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
136 by the Hypostatical Union he joyned God's and Man's Nature together, which were before at such vast distance: by the Hypostatical union he joined God's and Man's Nature together, which were before At such vast distance: p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvd npg1 cc ng1 n1 av, r-crq vbdr a-acp p-acp d j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
137 and by Grace he re-unites the Will of God and the Wills of Men, which were so contrary. and by Grace he reunites the Will of God and the Wills of Men, which were so contrary. cc p-acp n1 pns31 j dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vbdr av j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 11
138 And now you see what reason there is we should study to be Quiet: And now you see what reason there is we should study to be Quiet: cc av pn22 vvb r-crq n1 pc-acp vbz n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi j-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
139 since Peace and Quietness are the very end for which the Son of God came into the World, did and suffer'd so much, since Peace and Quietness Are the very end for which the Son of God Come into the World, did and suffered so much, c-acp n1 cc n1 vbr dt j n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, vdd cc vvd av av-d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
140 and at his last Departure bequeath'd it to his Church for his richest Legacy. and At his last Departure bequeathed it to his Church for his Richest Legacy. cc p-acp po31 ord n1 vvd pn31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 js n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
141 And therefore he that doth not make this his study, doth as much as in him lies to frustrate the whole Course that God hath taken with us, And Therefore he that does not make this his study, does as much as in him lies to frustrate the Whole Course that God hath taken with us, cc av pns31 cst vdz xx vvi d po31 n1, vdz p-acp d c-acp p-acp pno31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
142 and to render the Bloud of the Son of God of no effect. And yet for all this, wicked and Turbulent Men will not be quiet with any: and to render the Blood of the Son of God of no Effect. And yet for all this, wicked and Turbulent Men will not be quiet with any: cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f dx n1. cc av p-acp d d, j cc j n2 vmb xx vbi j-jn p-acp d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 11
143 like Ishmael, their hand is against every man, and every mans hand against them. They are at War with themselves by the disorder of their Passions; like Ishmael, their hand is against every man, and every men hand against them. They Are At War with themselves by the disorder of their Passion; av-j np1, po32 n1 vbz p-acp d n1, cc d ng1 n1 p-acp pno32. pns32 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 11
144 at War with their Neighbour by quarrels and discord; at War with God by disobedience. They are uneasy and unquiet on all hands. At War with their Neighbour by quarrels and discord; At War with God by disobedience. They Are uneasy and unquiet on all hands. p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n2 cc n1; p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1. pns32 vbr j cc j p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 11
145 From God they are troubled with the dreadful threats of his Justice; From God they Are troubled with the dreadful Treats of his justice; p-acp np1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
146 from Man they meet with a thousand disturbances and contradictions, and from themselves with infinite disquietudes. from Man they meet with a thousand disturbances and contradictions, and from themselves with infinite disquietudes. p-acp n1 pns32 vvb p-acp dt crd n2 cc n2, cc p-acp px32 p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 12
147 But good Men, Gods Children, are at perfect Peace with all; with themselves by due curbing in their Passions; But good Men, God's Children, Are At perfect Peace with all; with themselves by due curbing in their Passion; p-acp j n2, npg1 n2, vbr p-acp j n1 p-acp d; p-acp px32 p-acp j-jn vvg p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 12
148 with their Neighbours by perfect Love and Amity; and with God by an Universal Obedience to his Commandments. with their Neighbours by perfect Love and Amity; and with God by an Universal obedience to his commandments. p-acp po32 n2 p-acp j n1 cc n1; cc p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-u n1 p-acp po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 12
149 They are at quiet with themselves by submitting the Flesh to the Spirit; Lust to Reason; They Are At quiet with themselves by submitting the Flesh to the Spirit; Lust to Reason; pns32 vbr p-acp j-jn p-acp px32 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1; n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
150 the Inferiour part to the Superiour. the Inferior part to the Superior. dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
151 For as in a Consort of Musicians, the Harmony proceeds from this, that every Voice keeps its own part: For as in a Consort of Musicians, the Harmony proceeds from this, that every Voice keeps its own part: p-acp a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 vvz p-acp d, cst d n1 vvz po31 d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
152 so in Man, when the flesh is kept under and the Soul permitted to reign, from this due Order and observance, so in Man, when the Flesh is kept under and the Soul permitted to Reign, from this due Order and observance, av p-acp n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp cc dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
153 as from a Consort of Voices, proceeds the sweet harmony of interiour Quietness. as from a Consort of Voices, proceeds the sweet harmony of interior Quietness. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
154 And as a Musick-Master is continually attentive to keep every Voice in its due rank, to elevate those that are too low, And as a Musick-Master is continually attentive to keep every Voice in its due rank, to elevate those that Are too low, cc c-acp dt n1 vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi d cst vbr av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
155 and depress those that are too shrill: and depress those that Are too shrill: cc vvi d cst vbr av j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
156 thus Reason in Man must keep a strict eye over the Body, and keep it from mounting too high and disturbing the Harmony. thus Reason in Man must keep a strict eye over the Body, and keep it from mounting too high and disturbing the Harmony. av n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp vvg av j cc vvg dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
157 And this was our Apostle's great secret, when he found the flesh rebell against the Spirit: And this was our Apostle's great secret, when he found the Flesh rebel against the Spirit: cc d vbds po12 ng1 j n-jn, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
158 Castigo corpus meum, & in servitutem redigo. Castigo corpus meum, & in servitutem redigo. np1 fw-la fw-la, cc p-acp fw-la n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
159 Thus by captivating our flesh and subduing our Passions, Reason will command, the Soul will reign and maintain the Microcosm in perfect Peace and Unity. Thus by captivating our Flesh and subduing our Passion, Reason will command, the Soul will Reign and maintain the Microcosm in perfect Peace and Unity. av p-acp vvg po12 n1 cc j-vvg po12 n2, n1 vmb vvi, dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 12
160 But man being in the Philosophers phrase NONLATINALPHABET, a Creature shaped out for Converse and Society, he can no ways keep peace with himself, But man being in the Philosophers phrase, a Creature shaped out for Converse and Society, he can no ways keep peace with himself, p-acp n1 vbg p-acp dt ng1 n1, dt n1 vvn av p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 vmb dx n2 vvb n1 p-acp px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
161 if he be not at quiet with his Neighbour. if he be not At quiet with his Neighbour. cs pns31 vbb xx p-acp j-jn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
162 As one member of the body, ruines its self, if it attempt to loosen that which fastens it to the rest of the Members. As one member of the body, ruins its self, if it attempt to loosen that which fastens it to the rest of the Members. p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz po31 n1, cs pn31 vvb pc-acp vvi d r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 12
163 And de facto, there are no persons so uneasy and unquiet as envious Persons, Riotous, Debauch'd, Seditious Men, who make it their study to sow Dissentions. And de facto, there Are no Persons so uneasy and unquiet as envious Persons, Riotous, Debauched, Seditious Men, who make it their study to sow Dissensions. cc fw-fr fw-la, a-acp vbr dx n2 av j cc j c-acp j n2, j, j-vvn, j n2, r-crq vvb pn31 po32 n1 pc-acp vvi n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
164 'Tis true, they are a trouble and vexation to their Neighbour: but a far greater torment to their own Souls; It's true, they Are a trouble and vexation to their Neighbour: but a Far greater torment to their own Souls; pn31|vbz j, pns32 vbr dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1: cc-acp dt av-j jc n1 p-acp po32 d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
165 and while they scatter abroad the seeds of War and Tumult; they reap the first fruits of it in themselves. and while they scatter abroad the seeds of War and Tumult; they reap the First fruits of it in themselves. cc cs pns32 vvb av dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; pns32 vvb dt ord n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp px32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
166 And thus both Nature and Reason teach us, that if we desire to be happy and injoy Repose and Tranquillity in our selves, we must study to be quiet with our Neighbour. And thus both Nature and Reason teach us, that if we desire to be happy and enjoy Repose and Tranquillity in our selves, we must study to be quiet with our Neighbour. cc av d n1 cc n1 vvb pno12, cst cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j cc vvb vvi cc n1 p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
167 But especially we are obliged to this Duty, since the Son of God who so dearly purchased this Peace for us, hath so earnestly commended it to our practice by his own Doctrine which breaths nothing but Peace; But especially we Are obliged to this Duty, since the Son of God who so dearly purchased this Peace for us, hath so earnestly commended it to our practice by his own Doctrine which breathes nothing but Peace; p-acp av-j pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq av av-jn vvn d n1 p-acp pno12, vhz av av-j vvd pn31 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po31 d n1 r-crq vvz pix cc-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
168 and by his own example, who truly acted as the Prince of Peace; and by his own Exampl, who truly acted as the Prince of Peace; cc p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
169 and in his commands by the mouth of his Apostle, that we should keep the Unity of the Spirit in the Bond of Peace; and in his commands by the Mouth of his Apostle, that we should keep the Unity of the Spirit in the Bound of Peace; cc p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
170 and from the Nature of the Church it self, which is but one Body, whereof the Holy Ghost is the Soul and Jesus Christ the Head, and from the Nature of the Church it self, which is but one Body, whereof the Holy Ghost is the Soul and jesus christ the Head, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, r-crq vbz p-acp crd n1, c-crq dt j n1 vbz dt n1 cc np1 np1 dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
171 and the faithful are the Members. and the faithful Are the Members. cc dt j vbr dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
172 Love is the life of this Body, and Peace and Quietness that band that ties one Member to another, and all to the Head. Love is the life of this Body, and Peace and Quietness that band that ties one Member to Another, and all to the Head. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1 cc n1 cst n1 cst vvz crd n1 p-acp j-jn, cc d p-acp dt n1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 13
173 Who ever yet saw in one and the same Body one Member war against another? And yet both in the mystical Body of the Church and the Political Body of the State, what more ordinary than for Christians, who are all Members of this Body, to bite and devour one another? It belongs to none but Madmen and Desperadoes to tear their own flesh and rend out their own Bowels. Who ever yet saw in one and the same Body one Member war against Another? And yet both in the mystical Body of the Church and the Political Body of the State, what more ordinary than for Christians, who Are all Members of this Body, to bite and devour one Another? It belongs to none but Madmen and Desperadoes to tear their own Flesh and rend out their own Bowels. r-crq av av vvd p-acp crd cc dt d n1 crd n1 n1 p-acp j-jn? cc av av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq av-dc j cs p-acp np1, r-crq vbr d n2 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pi j-jn? pn31 vvz p-acp pix cc-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi po32 d n1 cc vvi av po32 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
174 And yet every day presents us with Christians snarling at each other: nay man becomes a Wolf to his Neighbour, one member devours another: And yet every day presents us with Christians snarling At each other: nay man becomes a Wolf to his Neighbour, one member devours Another: cc av d n1 vvz pno12 p-acp np1 vvg p-acp d n-jn: uh-x n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, crd n1 vvz j-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
175 and what would be accounted a prodigy in Nature is become a familiar spectacle in Religion. and what would be accounted a prodigy in Nature is become a familiar spectacle in Religion. cc q-crq vmd vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
176 But let such Persons flatter themselves with what specious pretences they please, we are assured they cannot be Members of Jesus Christ the Prince of Peace; But let such Persons flatter themselves with what specious pretences they please, we Are assured they cannot be Members of jesus christ the Prince of Peace; cc-acp vvb d n2 vvb px32 p-acp r-crq j n2 pns32 vvb, pns12 vbr vvn pns32 vmbx vbi n2 pp-f np1 np1 dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
177 but limbs of Satan the Father of Dissention: but limbs of Satan the Father of Dissension: cc-acp n2 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 13
178 no Children of God, whom they hypocritically profess, but of the Devil, whom they so exactly imitate. no Children of God, whom they hypocritically profess, but of the devil, whom they so exactly imitate. dx n2 pp-f np1, ro-crq pns32 av-j vvb, cc-acp pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns32 av av-j vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 14
179 They belong not to the Heavenly Jerusalem, the Temple of Peace; but to Hell, the Mansion of Tumult and Theatre of Confusion. They belong not to the Heavenly Jerusalem, the Temple of Peace; but to Hell, the Mansion of Tumult and Theatre of Confusion. pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt j np1, dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 14
180 God in the old Law commanded us to love our Neighbour as our selves: and Jesus Christ renewed it in the Gospel: God in the old Law commanded us to love our Neighbour as our selves: and jesus christ renewed it in the Gospel: np1 p-acp dt j n1 vvd pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2: cc np1 np1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 14
181 A new Commandment I give unto you, that you Love one another. And he hath extended this Love even to our Enemies themselves: A new Commandment I give unto you, that you Love one Another. And he hath extended this Love even to our Enemies themselves: dt j n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vvb pi j-jn. cc pns31 vhz vvn d n1 av p-acp po12 n2 px32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 14
182 But I say unto you, love your Enemies: But I say unto you, love your Enemies: cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vvb po22 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 14
183 Desiring to establish a firm Peace among Men, as he had done between God and Man. But alas! Desiring to establish a firm Peace among Men, as he had done between God and Man. But alas! vvg pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n2, c-acp pns31 vhd vdn p-acp np1 cc n1 cc-acp uh! (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 14
184 May we not complain with Linacer? Aut hoc non est Evangelium, aut nos non sumus Christiani: May we not complain with Linacre? Or hoc non est Evangelium, Or nos non sumus Christians: vmb pns12 xx vvi p-acp np1? fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
185 Either this is not Gospel, or we are not Christians. Either this is not Gospel, or we Are not Christians. d d vbz xx n1, cc pns12 vbr xx np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
186 We are at this time so far from studying to be Quiet, from minding the Things that belong to Peace, that we seem to want that Love that is between Beast and Beast. We Are At this time so Far from studying to be Quiet, from minding the Things that belong to Peace, that we seem to want that Love that is between Beast and Beast. pns12 vbr p-acp d n1 av av-j p-acp vvg pc-acp vbi j-jn, p-acp vvg dt n2 cst vvb p-acp n1, cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 cst vbz p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
187 If one Sheep faint, the rest will stand betwixt it and the Sun to shelter it. If one Sheep faint, the rest will stand betwixt it and the Sun to shelter it. cs crd n1 j, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
188 If a Swine be injured, the whole Herd will muster together to revenge the Jujury. If a Swine be injured, the Whole Heard will muster together to revenge the Jujury. cs dt n1 vbi vvn, dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi av pc-acp vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
189 Natural Historians are full of examples of grateful Lyons, kind Eagles and trusty Dogs, ready to dy both for and with their Masters. Natural Historians Are full of Examples of grateful Lyons, kind Eagles and trusty Dogs, ready to die both for and with their Masters. j n2 vbr j pp-f n2 pp-f j n2, j n2 cc j n2, j pc-acp vvi d p-acp cc p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
190 In holy Writ we read of Elijah fed by Ravens, and of Daniel not hurt among Lyons. In holy Writ we read of Elijah fed by Ravens, and of daniel not hurt among Lyons. p-acp j vvn pns12 vvb pp-f np1 vvn p-acp n2, cc pp-f np1 xx vvn p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
191 Sed O detestandam Humanae Malitiae Crudelitatem? Aves pascunt, ferae parcunt, Homines saeviunt: as the blessed Martyr St. Cyprian complain'd in his time. said O detestandam Humanae Malitiae Crudelitatem? Aves pascunt, ferae parcunt, Homines saeviunt: as the blessed Martyr Saint Cyprian complained in his time. vvd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la: p-acp dt j-vvn n1 n1 jp vvd p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
192 Or as holy David in his; Or as holy David in his; cc c-acp j np1 p-acp po31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
193 Ill minded Men, imagining mischief in their heart, and stirring up strife all the day long. Ill minded Men, imagining mischief in their heart, and stirring up strife all the day long. j-jn j-vvn n2, vvg n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvg a-acp n1 d dt n1 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
194 Their throat is an open Sepulchre, the poyson of Asps is under their Lips. Their mouth is full of Cursing and bitterness, &c. their teeth are Spears and Arrows, Their throat is an open Sepulchre, the poison of Asps is under their Lips. Their Mouth is full of Cursing and bitterness, etc. their teeth Are Spears and Arrows, po32 n1 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp po32 n2 po32 n1 vbz j pp-f vvg cc n1, av po32 n2 vbr n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
195 and their tongue a sharp Sword, Psalm 20. More sharp, saies S. Bernard de Tripl. Custod. and their tongue a sharp Sword, Psalm 20. More sharp, Says S. Bernard de Tipl. Custod. cc po32 n1 dt j n1, n1 crd dc j, vvz n1 np1 fw-fr np1. np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
196 than the Spear which pierc'd our Saviour's side: for it doth not onely wound Christs mystical Body, but even rent it in pieces; than the Spear which pierced our Saviour's side: for it does not only wound Christ mystical Body, but even rend it in Pieces; cs dt n1 r-crq vvn po12 ng1 n1: c-acp pn31 vdz xx av-j vvi npg1 j n1, cc-acp av vvb pn31 p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
197 making as Many factions in the Kingdom as there are Offices; and in the Church as many Creeds as Heads. making as Many factions in the Kingdom as there Are Offices; and in the Church as many Creeds as Heads. vvg p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vbr n2; cc p-acp dt n1 c-acp d n2 c-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 14
198 Destruction and Unhappiness is in all their ways, and the way of Peace they have not known; Destruction and Unhappiness is in all their ways, and the Way of Peace they have not known; n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp d po32 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vhb xx vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 15
199 In their bed, appointed for rest, they study how to be Turbulent, and travel with mischief and bring forth Ungodliness. In their Bed, appointed for rest, they study how to be Turbulent, and travel with mischief and bring forth Ungodliness. p-acp po32 n1, vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vvb c-crq pc-acp vbi j, cc vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi av n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 15
200 These, these are the Troublers of our Israel, the Thorns in our Eyes, and the Goads in our sides, the very Firebrands and Bellows of Sedition. These, these Are the Troublers of our Israel, the Thorns in our Eyes, and the Goads in our sides, the very Firebrands and Bellows of Sedition. np1, d vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 np1, dt n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc dt n2 p-acp po12 n2, dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 15
201 But we hope better things of You, and things that accompany Salvation, though we thus speak. But we hope better things of You, and things that accompany Salvation, though we thus speak. cc-acp pns12 vvb jc n2 pp-f pn22, cc n2 cst vvb n1, cs pns12 av vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 15
202 And though for the Divisions of Reuben there are great thoughts of heart; And though for the Divisions of Reuben there Are great thoughts of heart; cc cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbr j n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 15
203 Yet we will leave this Point and these wicked Men, who are like the troubled Sea when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up Mire and Dirt: Yet we will leave this Point and these wicked Men, who Are like the troubled Sea when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up Mire and Dirt: av pns12 vmb vvi d n1 cc d j n2, r-crq vbr j dt j-vvn n1 c-crq pn31 vmbx vvi, rg-crq n2 vvd a-acp n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 15
204 and proceed to something that may prove an expedient to these growing mischiefs; and that shall make up the last part of this Discourse; and it is this; and proceed to something that may prove an expedient to these growing mischiefs; and that shall make up the last part of this Discourse; and it is this; cc vvb p-acp pi cst vmb vvi dt j p-acp d j-vvg n2; cc cst vmb vvi a-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1; cc pn31 vbz d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 15
205 The best way to maintain Quiet between God and Man, between Man and Man, and in a Man's own Breast, is to put in execution the Apostles advice here, that we every one do our own Business. The best Way to maintain Quiet between God and Man, between Man and Man, and in a Man's own Breast, is to put in execution the Apostles Advice Here, that we every one do our own Business. dt js n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp np1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt n1|vbz d n1, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n2 n1 av, cst pns12 d crd vdb po12 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 15
206 Wherein the Apostle recommends to us Diligence in our Calling: thereby excluding Idleness and that NONLATINALPHABET, or intermedling with other Mens Affairs. Wherein the Apostle recommends to us Diligence in our Calling: thereby excluding Idleness and that, or intermeddling with other Men's Affairs. c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 n1 p-acp po12 vvg: av vvg n1 cc d, cc vvg p-acp j-jn ng2 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 15
207 We must be busy, but in our own Concerns. We must be busy, but in our own Concerns. pns12 vmb vbi j, cc-acp p-acp po12 d vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 15
208 And then withal, by the near Connexion of this with what went before (Studying to be quiet) is intimated, that the more busy we are at home, the more quiet we are like to be abroad. And then withal, by the near Connexion of this with what went before (Studying to be quiet) is intimated, that the more busy we Are At home, the more quiet we Are like to be abroad. cc av av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp r-crq vvd p-acp (vvg pc-acp vbi j-jn) vbz vvn, cst dt av-dc j pns12 vbr p-acp n1-an, dt av-dc j-jn pns12 vbr j pc-acp vbi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 15
209 Man, saith the Scripture, is born to Labour as the sparks flye upward. Man, Says the Scripture, is born to Labour as the sparks fly upward. n1, vvz dt n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 vvb av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 15
210 And though every good and perfect gift be from above, yet we must not neglect Industry in our Station and Calling The Husbandman must rise up early and sit up late, And though every good and perfect gift be from above, yet we must not neglect Industry in our Station and Calling The Husbandman must rise up early and fit up late, cc cs d j cc j n1 vbi p-acp a-acp, av pns12 vmb xx vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc vvg dt n1 vmb vvi a-acp av-j cc vvb a-acp av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 15
211 and eat the bread of carefulness, and then he may prudently expect that his Gainers may be filled with all manner of store; and eat the bred of carefulness, and then he may prudently expect that his Gainers may be filled with all manner of store; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av pns31 vmb av-j vvi cst po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 15
212 that his Sheep may bring forth thousands and ten thousands in his Fields; that his Sheep may bring forth thousands and ten thousands in his Fields; cst po31 n1 vmb vvi av crd cc crd crd p-acp po31 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 15
213 that his Oxen may be strong to labour, and that there may be no decay in his Cattle. that his Oxen may be strong to labour, and that there may be no decay in his Cattle. cst po31 n2 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, cc cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 15
214 Every man must attend his Office; Every man must attend his Office; np1 n1 vmb vvi po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 15
215 the Seaman must look to his Ship and the Tradesman to his Shop, that so he may eat the Labours of his hands. the Seaman must look to his Ship and the Tradesman to his Shop, that so he may eat the Labours of his hands. dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst av pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
216 The Glorious Angels themselves though Spirits, yet are Ministring Spirits, ordained for the Praise of God and the Service of his Church. The Glorious Angels themselves though Spirits, yet Are Ministering Spirits, ordained for the Praise of God and the Service of his Church. dt j n2 px32 c-acp n2, av vbr j-vvg n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
217 Even in the state of Innocency Man was placed in the Garden of Eden to dress it as well as to keep and injoy it. Even in the state of Innocency Man was placed in the Garden of Eden to dress it as well as to keep and enjoy it. np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
218 And this Diligence is to be used, says Solomon, Prov. 6.11. Lest Poverty come on thee, as one that travelleth; And this Diligence is to be used, Says Solomon, Curae 6.11. Lest Poverty come on thee, as one that travelleth; cc d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, vvz np1, np1 crd. cs n1 vvb p-acp pno21, c-acp pi cst vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
219 and necessity like an armed Man. That is to say, If thou mind not thy business, Beggery will assault thee so suddenly, so violently, that thou canst not resist it. and necessity like an armed Man. That is to say, If thou mind not thy business, Beggary will assault thee so suddenly, so violently, that thou Canst not resist it. cc n1 av-j dt j-vvn n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi, cs pns21 vvb xx po21 n1, n1 vmb vvi pno21 av av-j, av av-j, cst pns21 vm2 xx vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
220 All that belong to Gods Vineyard must be Labourers; All are Stewards in his Family. All that belong to God's Vineyard must be Labourers; All Are Stewards in his Family. av-d d vvb p-acp ng1 n1 vmb vbi n2; d vbr n2 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
221 And as for the Magistrate in particular, his business is so great that it made St. Chrysostom exclaim, Miror si quis Rectorum salvari possit. And as for the Magistrate in particular, his business is so great that it made Saint Chrysostom exclaim, Mirror si quis Rectorum salvari possit. cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp j, po31 n1 vbz av j cst pn31 vvd n1 np1 vvb, np1 fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
222 Nay, it is Observable that Gods way of proceeding with his own People the Israelites, puts every man in mind of his doing his business. Nay, it is Observable that God's Way of proceeding with his own People the Israelites, puts every man in mind of his doing his business. uh, pn31 vbz j cst ng1 n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po31 d n1 dt np2, vvz d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 vdg png31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
223 For though he could very easily have rained down on them loaves ready baked and fit to eat; For though he could very Easily have reigned down on them loaves ready baked and fit to eat; p-acp cs pns31 vmd av av-j vhb vvn a-acp p-acp pno32 n2 av-j vvn cc j pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
224 yet he rain'd down Manna, which being scattered about the fields, was with no small labour to be gathered together, to be bruised in a Mortar, yet he rained down Manna, which being scattered about the fields, was with no small labour to be gathered together, to be Bruised in a Mortar, av pns31 vvd a-acp n1, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp dt n2, vbds p-acp dx j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
225 or some other way and so formed into Loaves and baked: that so at the same time he might supply their wants and teach them Diligence. or Some other Way and so formed into Loaves and baked: that so At the same time he might supply their Wants and teach them Diligence. cc d j-jn n1 cc av vvn p-acp n2 cc j-vvn: cst av p-acp dt d n1 pns31 vmd vvi po32 n2 cc vvi pno32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 16
226 But if to the Temporal Concerns of a Man, you adjoyn the spiritual necessities and Eternal Interests of a Christian, you will, ex abundanti, as we say, be convinced of the great Reason St. Paul had to press this Duty of looking to our Business. But if to the Temporal Concerns of a Man, you adjoin the spiritual necessities and Eternal Interests of a Christian, you will, ex abundanti, as we say, be convinced of the great Reason Saint Paul had to press this Duty of looking to our Business. cc-acp cs p-acp dt j vvz pp-f dt n1, pn22 vvi dt j n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt njp, pn22 vmb, fw-la fw-la, c-acp pns12 vvb, vbb vvn pp-f dt j n1 n1 np1 vhd pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
227 I will instance but in that one business of Repentance, wherein a Man must unravel his whole Life: I will instance but in that one business of Repentance, wherein a Man must unravel his Whole Life: pns11 vmb n1 cc-acp p-acp d crd n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi po31 j-jn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
228 it is the leading a new Life, a putting off the old Man, and putting on the New; it is the leading a new Life, a putting off the old Man, and putting on the New; pn31 vbz dt vvg dt j n1, dt vvg a-acp dt j n1, cc vvg p-acp dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
229 an utter extirpation of all superfluity of Naughtyness; and an Address to and a finall passage through all the Passages of Holy Living. an utter extirpation of all superfluity of Naughtyness; and an Address to and a final passage through all the Passages of Holy Living. dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1; cc dt n1 p-acp cc dt j n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j n-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
230 We have all our accounts to make even between God and our own Souls. We have all our accounts to make even between God and our own Souls. pns12 vhb d po12 n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1 cc po12 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 16
231 The Duty of Repentance. (without which we shall All perish ) consists of many Parts and so much imployment, that it requires much Time, The Duty of Repentance. (without which we shall All perish) consists of many Parts and so much employment, that it requires much Time, dt n1 pp-f n1. (p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb d vvb) vvz pp-f d n2 cc av d n1, cst pn31 vvz d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
232 and leaves a Man in the same degree of hope of Pardon, as is his Restitution to the state of Righteousness and holy Living. and leaves a Man in the same degree of hope of Pardon, as is his Restitution to the state of Righteousness and holy Living. cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vbz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
233 And who ever hath made the experiment will find that it is not so easy a business to root out the habits. And who ever hath made the experiment will find that it is not so easy a business to root out the habits. cc q-crq av vhz vvn dt n1 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbz xx av j dt n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
234 of many inveterate Sins, which a Man hath contracted through the whole Course of his Life. of many inveterate Sins, which a Man hath contracted through the Whole Course of his Life. pp-f d j n2, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
235 We find it work enough to mortify one beloved Lust, in our very best advantages of strength and Time. We find it work enough to mortify one Beloved Lust, in our very best advantages of strength and Time. pns12 vvb pn31 n1 av-d pc-acp vvi crd j-vvn n1, p-acp po12 j js n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
236 In so much that we read in the lives of the Antient Hermits of a famous Ascetick, who having spent many years in that one Verse of the Psalmist, I said I will look to my ways, that I offend not with my Tongue; In so much that we read in the lives of the Ancient Hermit's of a famous Ascetic, who having spent many Years in that one Verse of the Psalmist, I said I will look to my ways, that I offend not with my Tongue; p-acp av av-d cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j ng1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vhg vvn d n2 p-acp d crd n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vvd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n2, cst pns11 vvb xx p-acp po11 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
237 yet acknowledged he was far from having attained that very Lesson. And yet a defect in that very business is able to evaporate all our Religion: yet acknowledged he was Far from having attained that very lesson. And yet a defect in that very business is able to evaporate all our Religion: av vvd pns31 vbds av-j p-acp vhg vvn d j n1. cc av dt n1 p-acp d j n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi d po12 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
238 for he that bridles not his Tongue, that Mans Religion is in Vain. for he that bridles not his Tongue, that men Religion is in Vain. c-acp pns31 cst vvz xx po31 n1, cst ng1 n1 vbz p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
239 To which we may annex the Command of the Apostle, that we use all Diligence to add to our Faith Vertue, To which we may annex the Command of the Apostle, that we use all Diligence to add to our Faith Virtue, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vvb d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
240 and to our Vertue Knowledg, and to Knowledg Temperance, and to Temperance Patience, and to Patience Godliness, and to our Virtue Knowledge, and to Knowledge Temperance, and to Temperance Patience, and to Patience Godliness, cc p-acp po12 n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, cc p-acp n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
241 and to Godliness Brotherly Kindness, and to Brotherly Kindness Charity. and to Godliness Brotherly Kindness, and to Brotherly Kindness Charity. cc p-acp n1 av-j n1, cc p-acp j n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
242 Now certainly, Sirs, who ever seriously weighs these things, will presently cry out, who is sufficient for these things? Life is short, Art is Long: Now Certainly, Sirs, who ever seriously weighs these things, will presently cry out, who is sufficient for these things? Life is short, Art is Long: av av-j, n2, r-crq av av-j vvz d n2, vmb av-j vvi av, r-crq vbz j p-acp d n2? n1 vbz j, n1 vbz j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
243 the mystery of Godliness is no such easy Trade as many dream of. the mystery of Godliness is no such easy Trade as many dream of. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dx d j n1 c-acp d n1 pp-f. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
244 And therefore the Apostles Counsel is most reasonable here, To study to do our own Business, and onely our own Business; And Therefore the Apostles Counsel is most reasonable Here, To study to do our own Business, and only our own Business; cc av dt n2 n1 vbz av-ds j av, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vdi po12 d n1, cc av-j po12 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
245 for I think we have enough to do. for I think we have enough to do. c-acp pns11 vvb pns12 vhb av-d pc-acp vdi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 17
246 However one Caution must necessarily be here interposed, and it is not mine, but that of a late Excellent Prelate of the Church of England: It may be a fault, However one Caution must necessarily be Here interposed, and it is not mine, but that of a late Excellent Prelate of the Church of England: It may be a fault, c-acp crd n1 vmb av-j vbi av vvn, cc pn31 vbz xx png11, cc-acp d pp-f dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: pn31 vmb vbi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
247 and a great one too, so to do our own Business, as not to regard what becomes of others. and a great one too, so to do our own Business, as not to regard what becomes of Others. cc dt j pi av, av pc-acp vdi po12 d n1, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi r-crq vvz pp-f n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
248 So our own turn be served and we get by it, no matter who loses. This is deservedly prohibited by our Apostle himself, Philip. 2.4. Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others; So our own turn be served and we get by it, no matter who loses. This is deservedly prohibited by our Apostle himself, Philip. 2.4. Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of Others; av po12 d n1 vbi vvn cc pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, dx n1 r-crq vvz. d vbz av-vvn vvn p-acp po12 n1 px31, n1. crd. vvb xx d n1 p-acp po31 d n2, cc-acp d n1 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 17
249 and v. 24. he, complains that All seek their own, and not the things that are Jesus Christs. and v. 24. he, complains that All seek their own, and not the things that Are jesus Christ. cc n1 crd pno31, vvz d d vvb po32 d, cc xx dt n2 cst vbr np1 npg1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 18
250 And therefore our own here and our own there are two different Things. And Therefore our own Here and our own there Are two different Things. cc av po12 d av cc po12 d a-acp vbr crd j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 18
251 That which he blames there, is our Own of Interest: there may be too much of our own in that. That which he blames there, is our Own of Interest: there may be too much of our own in that. d r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp, vbz po12 d pp-f n1: a-acp vmb vbi av av-d pp-f po12 d p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 18
252 But what he commands here, is our Own of Duty, and Office. In this we must do so much our Own, that we must not meddle with anothers. But what he commands Here, is our Own of Duty, and Office. In this we must do so much our Own, that we must not meddle with another's. p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av, vbz po12 d pp-f n1, cc n1. p-acp d pns12 vmb vdi av d po12 d, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 18
253 Now how well this is observed, especially at this time, we need but appeal to our own eyes and Ears. Now how well this is observed, especially At this time, we need but appeal to our own eyes and Ears. av c-crq av d vbz vvn, av-j p-acp d n1, pns12 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
254 I have not time to Anatomize these NONLATINALPHABET, as the Apostle fitly stiles them, those Intermedlers with others Affairs, those Peepers and Pryers into other Mens houses. I have not time to Anatomise these, as the Apostle fitly stile them, those Intermeddlers with Others Affairs, those Peepers and Pryers into other Men's houses. pns11 vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi d, c-acp dt n1 av-j vvz pno32, d n2 p-acp ng2-jn n2, d n2 cc n2 p-acp j-jn ng2 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
255 I will only deliver my sentiments in a very few Words concerning those Political Pragmatico's, who with their unwasht hands, I will only deliver my sentiments in a very few Words Concerning those Political pragmatico's, who with their unwashed hands, pns11 vmb av-j vvi po11 n2 p-acp dt av d n2 vvg d j n1, r-crq p-acp po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
256 so slovenly (to speak no worse) intrude into the Arcana of the Government both of Church and State: so slovenly (to speak no Worse) intrude into the Arcana of the Government both of Church and State: av j (p-acp vvi av-dx av-jc) vvb p-acp dt fw-la pp-f dt n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
257 Those State-Eavedroppers that with the Athenians are constantly hearkening after News; Those State-Eavedroppers that with the Athenians Are constantly Harkening After News; d j cst p-acp dt np1 vbr av-j vvg p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
258 and with S. Peter never thinking of themselves, are still demanding, And what shall this Man do? And I wish it rested there! and with S. Peter never thinking of themselves, Are still demanding, And what shall this Man do? And I wish it rested there! cc p-acp n1 np1 av vvg pp-f px32, vbr av vvg, cc r-crq vmb d n1 vdb? cc pns11 vvb pn31 vvd a-acp! (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
259 No, to hear and see will not serve the Turn; unless they have an Oar likewise in the Publick Vessel. No, to hear and see will not serve the Turn; unless they have an Oar likewise in the Public Vessel. uh-dx, pc-acp vvi cc vvi vmb xx vvi dt n1; cs pns32 vhb dt n1 av p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
260 Which if by their Merit they cannot procure, they presently fall to Despising of Dominions, and speaking evil of Dignities. Which if by their Merit they cannot procure, they presently fallen to Despising of Dominions, and speaking evil of Dignities. r-crq cs p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vmbx vvi, pns32 av-j vvi p-acp vvg pp-f n2, cc vvg n-jn pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
261 Nay as the same Apostle complains, they must needs speak evil of those things which they know not. Nay as the same Apostle complains, they must needs speak evil of those things which they know not. uh p-acp dt d n1 vvz, pns32 vmb av vvi j-jn pp-f d n2 r-crq pns32 vvb xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
262 Certainly there can be no greater Demonstration of the Malignant Spirit raigning and rageing in Men, Certainly there can be no greater Demonstration of the Malignant Spirit reigning and raging in Men, av-j a-acp vmb vbi dx jc n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvg cc vvg p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
263 than thus to Blaspheme the Gods upon Earth. than thus to Blaspheme the God's upon Earth. cs av pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
264 To the serious thoughts of these Puny Politicos, these Demicaster Statists, I desire to recommend that notable Passage, 2. Pet. 2.10, 11. Where the Apostle describes their Forefathers thus: To the serious thoughts of these Puny Politicos, these Demicaster Statists, I desire to recommend that notable Passage, 2. Pet. 2.10, 11. Where the Apostle describes their Forefathers thus: p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d j vvi, d n1 n2, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d j n1, crd np1 crd, crd c-crq dt n1 vvz po32 n2 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
265 They despise Government; Presumptuous are they, self-willed: they are not afraid to speak evil of Dignities. They despise Government; Presumptuous Are they, self-willed: they Are not afraid to speak evil of Dignities. pns32 vvb n1; j vbr pns32, j: pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi j-jn pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
266 Whereas Angels, which are greater in power and might, bring not railing Accusations against them before the Lord. Whereas Angels, which Are greater in power and might, bring not railing Accusations against them before the Lord. cs n2, r-crq vbr jc p-acp n1 cc n1, vvb xx j-vvg n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 18
267 The summ of which Discourse tends to this: that the Angels, though by their Office they make report of the Miscarriages of Princes, The sum of which Discourse tends to this: that the Angels, though by their Office they make report of the Miscarriages of Princes, dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 vvz p-acp d: cst dt n2, cs p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvb n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
268 yet their accusation is without railing, out of a Reverence to their High function and Gods Immediate Image in them. yet their accusation is without railing, out of a reverence to their High function and God's Immediate Image in them. av po32 n1 vbz p-acp vvg, av pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1 cc n2 j n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
269 And S. Jude v. 9. doth marvellously amplify this Observation, assuring us that S. Michael, who is the Prince in the Celestial Hierarchy of Angels, And S. U^de v. 9. does marvellously amplify this Observation, assuring us that S. Michael, who is the Prince in the Celestial Hierarchy of Angels, np1 np1 np1 n1 crd vdz av-j vvi d n1, vvg pno12 d n1 np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
270 when he contended with the Devil the Captain of all the Bands of Infernal Spirits, durst not bring against him a Railing Accusation. Because though the Devil be despoiled of all Grace, when he contended with the devil the Captain of all the Bans of Infernal Spirits, durst not bring against him a Railing Accusation. Because though the devil be despoiled of all Grace, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f j n2, vvd xx vvi p-acp pno31 dt j-vvg n1. c-acp cs dt n1 vbb vvn pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
271 yet he remains in the Principality of his Naturals; and in respect to the Eminency of those, the Angels forbear to reproach him. yet he remains in the Principality of his Naturals; and in respect to the Eminency of those, the Angels forbear to reproach him. av pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-j; cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, dt n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
272 Durst not the Highest Angel in Heaven revile the most wicked fiend in Hell, and shall impudent Men venture to calumniate and defame the Earthly Gods themselves, God Almighties immediate Vicegerents, I mean the Magistrates both Ecclesiastical and Civil? How far these Boutefeus by their Tongue Squibs and Pamphlet Crackers have contributed to those feuds we are now embroyl'd in, I will not take upon me to determine. Durst not the Highest Angel in Heaven revile the most wicked fiend in Hell, and shall impudent Men venture to calumniate and defame the Earthly God's themselves, God Almighty's immediate Vicegerents, I mean the Magistrates both Ecclesiastical and Civil? How Far these Boutefeus by their Tongue Squibs and Pamphlet Crackers have contributed to those feuds we Are now embroiled in, I will not take upon me to determine. np1 xx dt js n1 p-acp n1 vvi dt av-ds j n1 p-acp n1, cc vmb j n2 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n2 px32, uh-np ng1-jn j n2, pns11 vvb dt n2 d j cc j? c-crq av-j d np1 p-acp po32 n1 n2 cc n1 n2 vhb vvn p-acp d n2 pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
273 But of this I am sure that Political Writers have made it an Observation that it is a dangerous forerunner of subversion sinisterly and irreverently to Apprehend and Interpret the actions of their Governors: But of this I am sure that Political Writers have made it an Observation that it is a dangerous forerunner of subversion sinisterly and irreverently to Apprehend and Interpret the actions of their Governors: p-acp pp-f d pns11 vbm j cst j n2 vhb vvn pn31 dt n1 cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 j cc av-j p-acp vvb cc vvb dt n2 pp-f po32 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
274 and that there seldome or never come any more Pleasing, than those they so despise, God Almighty punishing upon them the affronts offered to his Viceroy's and Substitutes. and that there seldom or never come any more Pleasing, than those they so despise, God Almighty punishing upon them the affronts offered to his Viceroy's and Substitutes. cc cst a-acp av cc av-x vvb d dc j-vvg, cs d pns32 av vvb, np1 np1 vvg p-acp pno32 dt vvz vvn p-acp po31 ng1 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
275 Remember that Ʋzzah for but putting forth his hand, though to save a Tottering Ark (which was as it were the Palladium of the Jewish Nation) yet it cost him no less than his life by an immediate stroke from Gods own hand. remember that Ʋzzah for but putting forth his hand, though to save a Tottering Ark (which was as it were the Palladium of the Jewish nation) yet it cost him no less than his life by an immediate stroke from God's own hand. np1 cst np1 p-acp p-acp vvg av po31 n1, cs pc-acp vvi dt vvg n1 (r-crq vbds p-acp pn31 vbdr dt np1 pp-f dt jp n1) av pn31 vvd pno31 av-dx av-dc cs po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
276 And if we will not be content to have the Olive, or the Figg or the Vine to reign; And if we will not be content to have the Olive, or the Fig or the Vine to Reign; cc cs pns12 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vhi dt n1, cc dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
277 a Bramble may come and devour the Cedars of Libanus. a Bramble may come and devour the Cedars of Lebanon. dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 19
278 I conclude this, I hope not unjust, Invective against State Busy bodies, with the Excellent remarks of the Son of Syrach, Ecclus. 21.22. &c. A foolish Mans foot is soon in his Neighbours house; I conclude this, I hope not unjust, Invective against State Busy bodies, with the Excellent remarks of the Son of Sirach, Ecclus 21.22. etc. A foolish men foot is soon in his Neighbours house; pns11 vvb d, pns11 vvb xx j, n1 p-acp n1 j n2, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. av dt j ng1 n1 vbz av p-acp po31 ng1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 20
279 but a Man of Experience is ashamed of him. A Fool will peep into the house; but a Man of Experience is ashamed of him. A Fool will peep into the house; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j pp-f pno31. dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 20
280 but he that is well nurtured will stand without. It is the rudeness of a Man to hearken at the door; but he that is well nurtured will stand without. It is the rudeness of a Man to harken At the door; cc-acp pns31 cst vbz av vvn vmb vvi p-acp. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 20
281 but a wise Man will be grieved at the disgrace. The lips of Talkers will be telling such things as pertain not to them; but a wise Man will be grieved At the disgrace. The lips of Talkers will be telling such things as pertain not to them; cc-acp dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. dt n2 pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvg d n2 c-acp vvb xx p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 20
282 but the words of such as have understanding are weighed in the Ballance. but the words of such as have understanding Are weighed in the Balance. cc-acp dt n2 pp-f d c-acp vhb vvg vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 20
283 And now to you, My Lords, in a Word, and but in a Word, I shall humbly address what remains: And now to you, My lords, in a Word, and but in a Word, I shall humbly address what remains: cc av p-acp pn22, po11 n2, p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi r-crq vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
284 And to do your Own Business. And to do your Own Business. cc pc-acp vdi po22 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
285 Your Business is of so Vast an extent, that I dare not venture upon so Comprehensive an Argument. Your Business is of so Vast an extent, that I Dare not venture upon so Comprehensive an Argument. po22 n1 vbz pp-f av j dt n1, cst pns11 vvb xx vvi p-acp av j dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
286 Nor indeed had I time at my own choice, should I be guilty of so much Indiscretion, Nor indeed had I time At my own choice, should I be guilty of so much Indiscretion, ccx av vhd pns11 n1 p-acp po11 d n1, vmd pns11 vbi j pp-f av d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
287 as before so many Sages and Oracles of the Law to discourse at large of the Office of a Judge. as before so many Sages and Oracles of the Law to discourse At large of the Office of a Judge. c-acp a-acp av d n2-jn cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
288 This would be to act before Roscius, and to read a Lecture of Military Discipline before Hannibal. You are in those high Offices, which render you like the Heavenly Bodies, (it is the observation of the Noble and Learned Verulam ) You have much Veneration but little Rest. I shall not therefore contribute any thing to your Trouble, This would be to act before Roscius, and to read a Lecture of Military Discipline before Hannibal. You Are in those high Offices, which render you like the Heavenly Bodies, (it is the observation of the Noble and Learned Verulam) You have much Veneration but little Rest. I shall not Therefore contribute any thing to your Trouble, d vmd vbi p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1. pn22 vbr p-acp d j n2, r-crq vvb pn22 vvb dt j n2, (pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j np1) pn22 vhb d n1 p-acp j n1 pns11 vmb xx av vvi d n1 p-acp po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
289 but only leave this single Item with you, and you to Gods Blessing. but only leave this single Item with you, and you to God's Blessing. cc-acp av-j vvi d j n1 p-acp pn22, cc pn22 p-acp ng1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
290 I dare not call it an Instruction, but rather with the Apostle, A stirring you up by way of Remembrance. I Dare not call it an Instruction, but rather with the Apostle, A stirring you up by Way of Remembrance. pns11 vvb xx vvi pn31 dt n1, cc-acp av-c p-acp dt n1, dt j-vvg pn22 a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
291 It is your Business to look that others live quietly and do their own Business, and none but their Own. It is your Business to look that Others live quietly and do their own Business, and none but their Own. pn31 vbz po22 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2-jn vvi av-jn cc vdb po32 d n1, cc pix p-acp po32 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
292 To this purpose you are intrusted with the Fasces; the rods for smaller Offences, and the Axe for Capital Crimes. To this purpose you Are Entrusted with the Fasces; the rods for smaller Offences, and the Axe for Capital Crimes. p-acp d n1 pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt fw-la; dt n2 p-acp jc n2, cc dt n1 p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
293 Let the rod like Jonathans be dipt in Hony; and the Ax brighten'd with the oyl of Mercy. Let the rod like Jonathans be dipped in Honey; and the Ax brightened with the oil of Mercy. vvb dt n1 av-j npg1 vbb vvn p-acp n1; cc dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 20
294 Now to the King Immortal, the only wise God, who as he hath been our Saviour, so will one day come to be our Judge; Now to the King Immortal, the only wise God, who as he hath been our Saviour, so will one day come to be our Judge; av p-acp dt n1 j, dt j j np1, r-crq c-acp pns31 vhz vbn po12 n1, av vmb crd n1 vvb pc-acp vbi po12 vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20
295 together with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour, Glory and Obedience, now and ever. Amen. together with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour, Glory and obedience, now and ever. Amen. av p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1, vbb d n1, n1 cc n1, av cc av. uh-n. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 20

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