Of the nature of superstition a sermon preached at St Dunstans West, March 31, MDCLXXXII / by Edward Stillingfleet ...

Stillingfleet, Edward, 1635-1699
Publisher: Printed for H Mortlock
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1682
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A61578 ESTC ID: R18667 STC ID: S5614
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Colossians II, 23; Sermons, English -- 17th century; Superstition;
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0 Coloss. 2. 23. Which things have indeed a shew of wisdom in will-worship, and humility, and neglecting of the body, not in any honour to the satisfying of the flesh. Coloss. 2. 23. Which things have indeed a show of Wisdom in will-worship, and humility, and neglecting of the body, not in any honour to the satisfying of the Flesh. np1 crd crd r-crq n2 vhb av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc vvg pp-f dt n1, xx p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 SAint Paul was now a Prisoner at Rome for the sake of the Gospel, when he wrote this Epistle to the Colossians, but his mind was at liberty; SAint Paul was now a Prisoner At Room for the sake of the Gospel, when he wrote this Epistle to the colossians, but his mind was At liberty; n1 np1 vbds av dt n1 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd d n1 p-acp dt njp2, p-acp po31 n1 vbds p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
2 And the compass of his thoughts and cares was so far from being confined within the Walls of a Prison, that it reached not only to the Churches of Asia planted by himself, And the compass of his thoughts and Cares was so Far from being confined within the Walls of a Prison, that it reached not only to the Churches of Asia planted by himself, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 vbds av av-j p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 vvd xx av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp px31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
3 as those of Ephesus and Galatia; but to those which had never seen him, as the Colossians and Laodiceans. For, saith he, I would that ye knew what great conflict I have for you, as those of Ephesus and Galatia; but to those which had never seen him, as the colossians and Laodiceans. For, Says he, I would that you knew what great conflict I have for you, c-acp d pp-f np1 cc np1; cc-acp p-acp d r-crq vhd av-x vvn pno31, c-acp dt njp2 cc np1. p-acp, vvz pns31, pns11 vmd cst pn22 vvd r-crq j n1 pns11 vhb p-acp pn22, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
4 and for them at Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh. and for them At Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the Flesh. cc p-acp pno32 p-acp np1, cc c-acp c-acp d c-acp vhb xx vvn po11 n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
5 Had not he trouble enough with the Churches of Rome and Greece, and those he had conversed with in other parts, Had not he trouble enough with the Churches of Room and Greece, and those he had conversed with in other parts, vhd xx pns31 vvi av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb cc n1, cc d pns31 vhd vvn p-acp p-acp j-jn n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
6 but he must take upon him to interpose in the affairs of those Churches he had never seen? But such was the largeness of the Apostle's mind, the fervour of his Zeal, the extent of his Charity, that the care of all the Churches was upon him; but he must take upon him to interpose in the affairs of those Churches he had never seen? But such was the largeness of the Apostle's mind, the fervour of his Zeal, the extent of his Charity, that the care of all the Churches was upon him; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 pns31 vhd av-x vvn? p-acp d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 vbds p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
7 but especially those which had been planted by his means, although not by his personal endeavours; but especially those which had been planted by his means, although not by his personal endeavours; p-acp av-j d r-crq vhd vbn vvn p-acp po31 n2, cs xx p-acp po31 j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
8 among which, in all probability, this of the Colossians was one. among which, in all probability, this of the colossians was one. p-acp r-crq, p-acp d n1, d pp-f dt njp2 vbds pi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
9 For this Epaphras whom St. Paul calls a faithful Minister of Christ to them, was imploy'd as an Evangelist under him; For this Epaphras whom Saint Paul calls a faithful Minister of christ to them, was employed as an Evangelist under him; p-acp d np1 r-crq n1 np1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, vbds vvn p-acp dt np1 p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
10 and particularly in the Cities of Laodicea, Hierapolis, and Colosse, which were not far distant from each other in Phrygia; and for the Churches there setled, S. Paul testifies, that he had a mighty zeal and concernment: and particularly in the Cities of Laodicea, Hierapolis, and Colosse, which were not Far distant from each other in Phrygia; and for the Churches there settled, S. Paul Testifies, that he had a mighty zeal and concernment: cc av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1, cc av-j, r-crq vbdr xx av-j j p-acp d n-jn p-acp np1; cc p-acp dt n2 a-acp vvn, n1 np1 vvz, cst pns31 vhd dt j n1 cc n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
11 From whence it arose, that hearing of S. Pauls Imprisonment at Rome, he resolves to take a Journey thither to acquaint him with the State of those Churches, From whence it arose, that hearing of S. Paul's Imprisonment At Room, he resolves to take a Journey thither to acquaint him with the State of those Churches, p-acp c-crq pn31 vvd, cst vvg pp-f n1 npg1 n1 p-acp vvb, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
12 and to desire his Advice and Direction in the present danger they were in, of being seduced from the simplicity of the Gospel, by the plausible insinuations of false Teachers, who pretended to give them a more refined Systeme of Religion, by a composition of Law and Gospel and Philosophy all together. and to desire his advice and Direction in the present danger they were in, of being seduced from the simplicity of the Gospel, by the plausible insinuations of false Teachers, who pretended to give them a more refined System of Religion, by a composition of Law and Gospel and Philosophy all together. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vbdr p-acp, pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi pno32 dt av-dc j-vvn np1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cc n1 av-d av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
13 S. Paul understanding by him the dangerous circumstances they were in, although Epaphras himself was made a Fellow-Prisoner with him; S. Paul understanding by him the dangerous Circumstances they were in, although Epaphras himself was made a Fellow-Prisoner with him; np1 np1 n1 p-acp pno31 dt j n2 pns32 vbdr p-acp, cs np1 px31 vbds vvn dt n1 p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
14 as appears by the Epistle to Philemon, sent at the same time with this; yet he finds means by Tychicus and Onesimus to convey this Epistle to them. as appears by the Epistle to Philemon, sent At the same time with this; yet he finds means by Tychicus and Onesimus to convey this Epistle to them. c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, vvd p-acp dt d n1 p-acp d; av pns31 vvz n2 p-acp np1 cc np1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
15 Wherein by an admirable art of insinuation, far above the eloquent exordiums of the Heathen Orators, he lets them understand, Wherein by an admirable art of insinuation, Far above the eloquent exordiums of the Heathen Orators, he lets them understand, c-crq p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, av-j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n2, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
16 how passionately he was concerned for their welfare; how passionately he was concerned for their welfare; c-crq av-j pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
17 and what an Agony he suffered in his own breast for their sakes, lest under some artificial colours and very fair pretences, they should be drawn off from the Love and Unity and Sincerity of the Gospel. and what an Agony he suffered in his own breast for their sakes, lest under Some artificial colours and very fair pretences, they should be drawn off from the Love and Unity and Sincerity of the Gospel. cc q-crq dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp po32 n2, cs p-acp d j n2 cc av j n2, pns32 vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
18 For after he had told them what conflict he had for them that had not seen his face in the flesh, he immediately adds, that it was, that their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgment of the Mystery of God and of the Father and of Christ. For After he had told them what conflict he had for them that had not seen his face in the Flesh, he immediately adds, that it was, that their hearts might be comforted, being knit together in love, and unto all riches of the full assurance of understanding, to the acknowledgment of the Mystery of God and of the Father and of christ. p-acp c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno32 r-crq n1 pns31 vhd p-acp pno32 cst vhd xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j vvz, cst pn31 vbds, cst po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn, vbg vvn av p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
19 In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. And when he hath thus set forth the excellency and sufficiency of the Gospel; In whom Are hid all the treasures of Wisdom and knowledge. And when he hath thus Set forth the excellency and sufficiency of the Gospel; p-acp ro-crq vbr vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. cc c-crq pns31 vhz av vvn av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
20 he then lets fall an intimation of his design, And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. But lest they should suspect from hence that ill offices had been done them, he then lets fallen an intimation of his Design, And this I say, lest any man should beguile you with enticing words. But lest they should suspect from hence that ill Offices had been done them, pns31 av vvb|pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc d pns11 vvb, cs d n1 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp vvg n2. cc-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp av d j-jn n2 vhd vbn vdn pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
21 and they had been misrepresented to S. Paul; in the next verse he tells them, that at that distance, he did rejoice, beholding their order, and they had been misrepresented to S. Paul; in the next verse he tells them, that At that distance, he did rejoice, beholding their order, cc pns32 vhd vbn vvn p-acp n1 np1; p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz pno32, cst p-acp d n1, pns31 vdd vvi, vvg po32 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
22 and the stedfastness of their faith in Christ. and the steadfastness of their faith in christ. cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
23 And therefore exhorts them, As they had received Christ Jesus the Lord, so to walk in him: i. e. And Therefore exhorts them, As they had received christ jesus the Lord, so to walk in him: i. e. cc av vvz pno32, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn np1 np1 dt n1, av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31: uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
24 to adhere to that faith which they at first embraced; as he explains it, in the seventh Verse. to adhere to that faith which they At First embraced; as he explains it, in the seventh Verse. pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq pns32 p-acp ord vvn; c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, p-acp dt ord n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
25 Having thus removed all jealousy and suspicion as to their present stedfastness, he doth more openly address himself to them; Having thus removed all jealousy and suspicion as to their present steadfastness, he does more openly address himself to them; vhg av vvn d n1 cc n1 c-acp p-acp po32 j n1, pns31 vdz n1 av-j vvi px31 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
26 in giving them caution against the most dangerous and deceitful errours. in giving them caution against the most dangerous and deceitful errors. p-acp vvg pno32 n1 p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
27 Beware lest any man spoil you through Philosophy and vain deceit, after the Tradition of men, Beware lest any man spoil you through Philosophy and vain deceit, After the Tradition of men, vvb cs d n1 vvb pn22 p-acp n1 cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
28 after the rudiments of the World, and not after Christ. After the rudiments of the World, and not After christ. p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc xx p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
29 Not as though there were the least prejudice to Christianity to be imagined by mens searching into the Works of God, Not as though there were the least prejudice to Christianity to be imagined by men's searching into the Works of God, xx c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dt ds n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp ng2 vvg p-acp dt vvz pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
30 or the Nature of Moral Actions, or the digesting our own thoughts or conceptions of things, which is all that is understood by true Philosophy; or the Nature of Moral Actions, or the digesting our own thoughts or conceptions of things, which is all that is understood by true Philosophy; cc dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc dt vvg po12 d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz d cst vbz vvn p-acp j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
31 but that the Model of Religion which they were in so much danger of being deceived by, was made up, partly of Philosophical Precepts, but that the Model of Religion which they were in so much danger of being deceived by, was made up, partly of Philosophical Precepts, cc-acp cst dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp av d n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp, vbds vvn a-acp, av pp-f j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
32 and partly of Jewish Traditions and ritual Observations; by which the false Teachers endeavoured to corrupt and adulterate the Gospel of Christ. and partly of Jewish Traditions and ritual Observations; by which the false Teachers endeavoured to corrupt and adulterate the Gospel of christ. cc av pp-f jp n2 cc j n2; p-acp r-crq dt j n2 vvd pc-acp vvi cc j dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
33 Accordingly in the following Discourse, the Apostle first disputes against the necessity of keeping the Ceremonies of the Law, Accordingly in the following Discourse, the Apostle First disputes against the necessity of keeping the Ceremonies of the Law, av-vvg p-acp dt j-vvg n1, dt n1 ord vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
34 now under the Gospel, and sums up the force of it, v. 17. Which are a shadow of things to come, now under the Gospel, and sums up the force of it, v. 17. Which Are a shadow of things to come, av p-acp dt n1, cc n2 a-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, n1 crd r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
35 but the body is of Christ. but the body is of christ. cc-acp dt n1 vbz pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
36 And having thus dispatched the hardest Question about the Obligation of the Law of Moses, he enters upon the debate about other Inventions, which they endeavoured to recommend to Christians. And having thus dispatched the Hardest Question about the Obligation of the Law of Moses, he enters upon the debate about other Inventions, which they endeavoured to recommend to Christians. cc vhg av vvn dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
37 (1.) About the Worshipping of Angels, as Mediators between God and Men; (1.) About the Worshipping of Angels, as Mediators between God and Men; (crd) p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2, p-acp n2 p-acp np1 cc n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
38 which was an Opinion then generally received among the corrupters of Christianity, the Gnosticks and Judaizing Christians; who were not so vain in their imaginations, to believe them to be supreme and independent Deities; for this they utterly denied; which was an Opinion then generally received among the corrupters of Christianity, the Gnostics and Judaizing Christians; who were not so vain in their Imaginations, to believe them to be supreme and independent Deities; for this they utterly denied; r-crq vbds dt n1 av av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 cc vvg np1; r-crq vbdr xx av j p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi j cc j-jn n2; p-acp d pns32 av-j vvd; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
39 owning one only supreme God the Father of all: owning one only supreme God the Father of all: vvg pi av-j j np1 dt n1 pp-f d: (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
40 but they thought access to him was to be had by the Mediation of Angels, and therefore they brought in the Worship of them. but they Thought access to him was to be had by the Mediation of Angels, and Therefore they brought in the Worship of them. cc-acp pns32 vvd n1 p-acp pno31 vbds pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc av pns32 vvd p-acp dt vvb pp-f pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
41 Baronius indeed denies, that the Gnosticks introduced any Worship of Angels; but therein he is justly confuted by some late Writers of the Roman Church. Baronius indeed Denies, that the Gnostics introduced any Worship of Angels; but therein he is justly confuted by Some late Writers of the Roman Church. np1 av vvz, cst dt n2 vvd d n1 pp-f n2; p-acp av pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt njp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
42 For Tertullian condemns the Gnosticks for a Magical Service of Angels; For Tertullian condemns the Gnostics for a Magical Service of Angels; p-acp np1 vvz dt n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
43 and Epiphanius saith, that their impure Sacrifices were supposed to be offer'd up by Principalities and Powers, to the supreme Father of all. and Epiphanius Says, that their impure Sacrifices were supposed to be offered up by Principalities and Powers, to the supreme Father of all. cc np1 vvz, cst po32 j n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
44 Which doth evidently prove, that the Gnosticks did give Worship to Angels as Mediators. And although Baronius endeavours likewise to clear the Cerinthians from this guilt (lest the Church of Rome should be found to tread in their steps) because Cerinthus acknowledged Bar. ib. n. 20. one supreme Power above Angels, Which does evidently prove, that the Gnostics did give Worship to Angels as Mediators. And although Baronius endeavours likewise to clear the Cerinthians from this guilt (lest the Church of Room should be found to tread in their steps) Because Cerinthus acknowledged Bar. ib. n. 20. one supreme Power above Angels, q-crq vdz av-j vvi, cst dt n2 vdd vvi n1 p-acp n2 c-acp n2. cc cs np1 n2 av pc-acp vvi dt np1 p-acp d n1 (cs dt n1 pp-f vvb vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2) p-acp np1 vvn np1 n1. sy. crd crd j n1 p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
45 and because he had a bad Opinion of the Angel which gave the Law; and Because he had a bad Opinion of the Angel which gave the Law; cc c-acp pns31 vhd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvd dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
46 yet, why might not they worship the Angels as Mediators between that supreme Power and them; yet, why might not they worship the Angels as Mediators between that supreme Power and them; av, q-crq vmd xx pns32 vvi dt n2 c-acp n2 p-acp cst j n1 cc pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
47 and even that Angel which gave the Law as well as the rest, since they contended for the necessary observation of the Law? But besides, all the Judaizing Christians were not followers of Cerinthus, there being different Sects among them; and even that Angel which gave the Law as well as the rest, since they contended for the necessary observation of the Law? But beside, all the Judaizing Christians were not followers of Cerinthus, there being different Sects among them; cc av cst n1 r-crq vvd dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1? p-acp a-acp, d dt vvg np1 vbdr xx n2 pp-f np1, a-acp vbg j n2 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
48 as appears by Irenaeus, Epiphanius and others; as appears by Irnaeus, Epiphanius and Others; c-acp vvz p-acp np1, np1 cc n2-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
49 and Baronius himself grants that the Pharisaical Jews of that and following Ages did Worship Angels as the Host of Heaven. and Baronius himself grants that the Pharisaical jews of that and following Ages did Worship Angels as the Host of Heaven. cc np1 px31 vvz cst dt j np2 pp-f d cc j-vvg n2 vdd vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
50 And the Essens had their Angels of Prayer; and made their prayers to the rising Sun, whom they looked on as on the rest of the Stars, as animated and intelligent Beings. And the Essens had their Angels of Prayer; and made their Prayers to the rising Sun, whom they looked on as on the rest of the Stars, as animated and intelligent Beings. cc dt vvz vhd po32 n2 pp-f n1; cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, r-crq pns32 vvd a-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, c-acp vvn cc j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
51 And why the Judaizing Christians should not retain their former Superstitions, as well as their other Traditions and Observations, I do not understand. And why the Judaizing Christians should not retain their former Superstitions, as well as their other Traditions and Observations, I do not understand. cc q-crq dt vvg np1 vmd xx vvi po32 j n2, c-acp av c-acp po32 j-jn n2 cc n2, pns11 vdb xx vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
52 Especially, since Theodoret so expresly affirms, that those who then pleaded for the keeping of the Law brought in the Worship of Angels, which custom, he saith, continued a long time in Phrygia and Pisidia; Especially, since Theodoret so expressly affirms, that those who then pleaded for the keeping of the Law brought in the Worship of Angels, which custom, he Says, continued a long time in Phrygia and Pisidia; av-j, c-acp np1 av av-j vvz, cst d r-crq av vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq n1, pns31 vvz, vvd dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
53 and at last the Council of Laodicea, made a Canon against praying to Angels. and At last the Council of Laodicea, made a Canon against praying to Angels. cc p-acp ord dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
54 Those of the Church of Rome are so sensible of the force of this Testimony of Theodoret against their practice, that they are driven to desperate shifts to avoid it. Those of the Church of Room Are so sensible of the force of this Testimony of Theodoret against their practice, that they Are driven to desperate shifts to avoid it. d pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvb vbr av j pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
55 Bellarmine saith, that he speaks Bell. de S. B. c. 20. against the Gnosticks; whereas Theodoret mentions only those who were for keeping the Law. Bellarmine Says, that he speaks Bell. de S. B. c. 20. against the Gnostics; whereas Theodoret mentions only those who were for keeping the Law. np1 vvz, cst pns31 vvz n1. fw-fr np1 sy sy. crd p-acp dt n2; cs np1 n2 av-j d r-crq vbdr p-acp vvg dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
56 Baronius saith in plain terms, Theodoret was mistaken, and that there were no such Hereticks then; Baronius Says in plain terms, Theodoret was mistaken, and that there were no such Heretics then; np1 vvz p-acp j n2, np1 vbds vvn, cc cst a-acp vbdr dx d n2 av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
57 but this is so gross, that Bellarmin and others contradict him in it. but this is so gross, that Bellarmin and Others contradict him in it. p-acp d vbz av j, cst np1 cc n2-jn vvb pno31 p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
58 Others therefore say, that the Worship of Angels here spoken against, is the Worshipping of them as Makers of the World. Others Therefore say, that the Worship of Angels Here spoken against, is the Worshipping of them as Makers of the World. ng2-jn av vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f n2 av vvn p-acp, vbz dt vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp ng1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
59 But that is more than St. Paul saith, for he speaks againstthat Worship which arises from Humility, and nothing so proper for that, But that is more than Saint Paul Says, for he speaks againstthat Worship which arises from Humility, and nothing so proper for that, p-acp d vbz av-dc cs n1 np1 vvz, c-acp pns31 vvz av vvb r-crq vvz p-acp n1, cc pix av j p-acp d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
60 as the Worshipping them as Mediators between God and us. as the Worshipping them as Mediators between God and us. c-acp dt vvg pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp np1 cc pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
61 Some think it is when Angels are preferred before Christ, which is likewise more than the Apostle saith; some think it is when Angels Are preferred before christ, which is likewise more than the Apostle Says; d vvb pn31 vbz c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vbz av av-dc cs dt n1 vvz; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
62 and they who chuse other Mediators, by whom God is more accessible by us, do prefer them in Use, though not in Dignity: Others, and they who choose other Mediators, by whom God is more accessible by us, do prefer them in Use, though not in Dignity: Others, cc pns32 r-crq vvb j-jn n2, p-acp ro-crq np1 vbz av-dc j p-acp pno12, vdb vvi pno32 p-acp vvi, cs xx p-acp n1: n2-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
63 as the Jansenists in their New Testament, say it is, When Angels are set up as Mediators in opposition to Christ; as the Jansenists in their New Testament, say it is, When Angels Are Set up as Mediators in opposition to christ; c-acp dt n2 p-acp po32 j n1, vvb pn31 vbz, c-crq n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
64 but that cannot be the Apostles meaning; but that cannot be the Apostles meaning; p-acp d vmbx vbi dt n2 vvg; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
65 for then his great business would have been to have proved Christ to be the true Mediator, and not Angels; and if any Religious Worship of Angels had been agreeable with the Christian Doctrine, the Apostle would never have thus in general condemned it, for then his great business would have been to have proved christ to be the true Mediator, and not Angels; and if any Religious Worship of Angels had been agreeable with the Christian Doctrine, the Apostle would never have thus in general condemned it, c-acp cs po31 j n1 vmd vhi vbn pc-acp vhi vvn np1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc xx n2; cc cs d j n1 pp-f n2 vhd vbn j p-acp dt njp n1, dt n1 vmd av-x vhi av p-acp n1 vvd pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
66 but with such restrictions and limitations as made it to be evil. but with such restrictions and limitations as made it to be evil. cc-acp p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp vvd pn31 pc-acp vbi j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
67 Therefore to avoid these difficulties, some conclude that by the Worship of Angels is understood such a Worship as was introduced by a pretended Revelation of Angels; Therefore to avoid these difficulties, Some conclude that by the Worship of Angels is understood such a Worship as was introduced by a pretended Revelation of Angels; av pc-acp vvi d n2, d vvb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz vvn d dt n1 a-acp vbds vvd p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
68 but against this, we have the concurrent testimony of St. Chrysostome, St. Hierome, St. Ambrose, Oecumenius, Theophylact, who all agree that it is to be understood of the Worship given to Angels. So impossible it is for those who either give themselves, but against this, we have the concurrent testimony of Saint Chrysostom, Saint Jerome, Saint Ambrose, Oecumenius, Theophylact, who all agree that it is to be understood of the Worship given to Angels. So impossible it is for those who either give themselves, p-acp p-acp d, pns12 vhb dt j n1 pp-f n1 np1, n1 np1, n1 np1, np1, vvd, r-crq d vvb cst pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n2. av j pn31 vbz p-acp d r-crq d vvb px32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
69 or justifie and allow the giving by others, any Religious Worship to Angels, to escape falling under the Apostles censure, of being Seducers and corrupting the Gospel of Christ. or justify and allow the giving by Others, any Religious Worship to Angels, to escape falling under the Apostles censure, of being Seducers and corrupting the Gospel of christ. cc vvi cc vvi dt vvg p-acp n2-jn, d j n1 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n2 vvb, pp-f vbg n2 cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
70 (2.) About stricter Abstinence and greater Severity of Life. (2.) About Stricter Abstinence and greater Severity of Life. (crd) p-acp jc n1 cc jc n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
71 For these Seducers gave out that the Christian Churches were yet very defective in this matter: For these Seducers gave out that the Christian Churches were yet very defective in this matter: p-acp d n2 vvd av cst dt njp np1 vbdr av av j p-acp d n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
72 And that there were several Societies of Men, both among the Jews and Heathens, which went very far beyond them: And that there were several Societies of Men, both among the jews and heathens, which went very Far beyond them: cc cst a-acp vbdr j n2 pp-f n2, av-d p-acp dt np2 cc n2-jn, r-crq vvd av av-j p-acp pno32: (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
73 as the Essens, the Pythagoreans, the Gymnosophists and others; as the Essens, the pythagoreans, the Gymnosophists and Others; c-acp dt vvz, dt njp2, dt n2 cc n2-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
74 who far outstript the Christians in Watchings and Fastings, in the hard usage of their Bodies, who Far outstripped the Christians in Watchings and Fastings, in the hard usage of their Bodies, r-crq av-j vvn dt njpg2 p-acp n2-vvg cc n2-vvg, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
75 and a total abstinence from Wine and Flesh, and other lawful Pleasures of Life. On which account these false Teachers represented the Christianity, as yet received in these Churches, and a total abstinence from Wine and Flesh, and other lawful Pleasures of Life. On which account these false Teachers represented the Christianity, as yet received in these Churches, cc dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc j-jn j n2 pp-f n1. p-acp r-crq n1 d j n2 vvn dt n1, c-acp av vvn p-acp d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
76 as too soft and gentle an Institution, and not answering the Character that was given of it; as too soft and gentle an Institution, and not answering the Character that was given of it; c-acp av j cc j dt n1, cc xx vvg dt n1 cst vbds vvn pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
77 but if they had a mind to set it off with advantage, it would be necessary for them to take in some of the strictest Precepts of those Societies, especially relating to Meats and Marriage, Touch not, taste not, handle not: but if they had a mind to Set it off with advantage, it would be necessary for them to take in Some of the Strictest Precepts of those Societies, especially relating to Meats and Marriage, Touch not, taste not, handle not: cc-acp cs pns32 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp n1, pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d pp-f dt js n2 pp-f d n2, av-j vvg p-acp n2 cc n1, vvb xx, vvb xx, vvb xx: (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
78 which they magnified as the greatest Instances of true Religion, Self-denyal, Humility, Mortification; which they magnified as the greatest Instances of true Religion, Self-denial, Humility, Mortification; r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt js n2 pp-f j n1, n1, n1, n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
79 without which they despised the Christian Institution as a mean and ordinary thing, requiring only the belief of some great things done and suffered by Jesus Christ in Judea, and the adhering thereto till Death, without which they despised the Christian Institution as a mean and ordinary thing, requiring only the belief of Some great things done and suffered by jesus christ in Judea, and the adhering thereto till Death, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd dt njp n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, vvg av-j dt n1 pp-f d j n2 vdn cc vvn p-acp np1 np1 p-acp np1, cc dt n-vvg av p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
80 and doing those Offices of Humanity and Kindness to each other, and those Duties of Religion to God, which all Mankind thought fit and reasonable to be done. and doing those Offices of Humanity and Kindness to each other, and those Duties of Religion to God, which all Mankind Thought fit and reasonable to be done. cc vdg d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d n-jn, cc d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, r-crq d n1 vvd j cc j pc-acp vbi vdn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
81 But these pretended refiners of Christianity, were not contented with such common things; they must set up for something singular, and extraordinary; But these pretended refiners of Christianity, were not contented with such Common things; they must Set up for something singular, and extraordinary; p-acp d j-vvn n2 pp-f np1, vbdr xx vvn p-acp d j n2; pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pi j, cc j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
82 so Epiphanius observes of the Gnosticks in the beginning, that they condemned Marriage, and abstained from Flesh, that under these pretences they might draw others into their snares. so Epiphanius observes of the Gnostics in the beginning, that they condemned Marriage, and abstained from Flesh, that under these pretences they might draw Others into their snares. av np1 vvz pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vvd n1, cc vvn p-acp n1, cst p-acp d n2 pns32 vmd vvi n2-jn p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
83 And likewise of the Ebionites, one of the Sects of Judaizing Christians, that they carefully abstained from all Flesh, And likewise of the Ebionites, one of the Sects of Judaizing Christians, that they carefully abstained from all Flesh, cc av pp-f dt np2, crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f vvg np1, cst pns32 av-j vvd p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
84 and were every day Baptised, and celebrated the Eucharist only in Water, for fear of being defiled with the taste of Wine; and were every day Baptised, and celebrated the Eucharist only in Water, for Fear of being defiled with the taste of Wine; cc vbdr d n1 j-vvn, cc vvd dt n1 av-j p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
85 wherein they were followed by the Encratitae, Aquarij, and several others, who affected something out of the way, wherein they were followed by the Encratites, Aquarij, and several Others, who affected something out of the Way, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt np1, fw-la, cc j n2-jn, r-crq vvd pi av pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
86 as a badge of more than ordinary Sanctity. as a badge of more than ordinary Sanctity. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dc cs j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
87 And there are scarce any of those who are mentioned as the Authors of great Mischief to the Church, And there Are scarce any of those who Are mentioned as the Authors of great Mischief to the Church, cc pc-acp vbr av-j d pp-f d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
88 but were remarkable for something of this Nature; as appears by Marcion, Montanus, Manichaeus, Severus, and others. but were remarkable for something of this Nature; as appears by Marcion, Montanus, Manichaeus, Severus, and Others. cc-acp vbdr j p-acp pi pp-f d n1; c-acp vvz p-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, cc n2-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
89 And which is observable, this sort of singularity prevailed no where more, than in these parts of Phrygia; where the Encratitae very much encreased and continued so to do in the days of Epiphanius. So very little effect had this wise and timely caution, given by the Apostle in this place, upon those who were willing to be deceived in that, or following Generations. And which is observable, this sort of singularity prevailed no where more, than in these parts of Phrygia; where the Encratites very much increased and continued so to do in the days of Epiphanius. So very little Effect had this wise and timely caution, given by the Apostle in this place, upon those who were willing to be deceived in that, or following Generations. cc r-crq vbz j, d n1 pp-f n1 vvd dx c-crq n1, cs p-acp d n2 pp-f np1; c-crq dt np1 av av-d vvn cc vvd av pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. av av j n1 vhd d j cc j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp d r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d, cc vvg n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
90 Cajetan confesses himself to seek what sort of Men those were the Apostle discourses against; Cajetan Confesses himself to seek what sort of Men those were the Apostle discourses against; jp vvz px31 pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n2 d vbdr dt n1 vvz p-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
91 but it seems most probable to me, that they were a sort of Judaizing Christians, who endeavoured to introduce the Customs of the Jewish Essens into the Christian Church. but it seems most probable to me, that they were a sort of Judaizing Christians, who endeavoured to introduce the Customs of the Jewish Essens into the Christian Church. p-acp pn31 vvz av-ds j p-acp pno11, cst pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f vvg np1, r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt jp vvz p-acp dt njp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
92 For when St. Paul speaks of the Jewish Customs he mentions no other, but such as were in esteem among them; For when Saint Paul speaks of the Jewish Customs he mentions no other, but such as were in esteem among them; p-acp q-crq n1 np1 vvz pp-f dt jp n2 pns31 n2 dx j-jn, cc-acp d c-acp vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
93 he takes no notice of Sacrifices which were disesteemed among them; he Takes no notice of Sacrifices which were disesteemed among them; pns31 vvz dx n1 pp-f n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
94 But let no man judge you in Meat, which among them was only Bread and Salt; or in Drink, which was only Water; or in respect of a Holyday or New Moon, or the Sabbath Days; which as Philo relates, they were great observers of. But let no man judge you in Meat, which among them was only Bred and Salt; or in Drink, which was only Water; or in respect of a Holiday or New Moon, or the Sabbath Days; which as Philo relates, they were great observers of. cc-acp vvb dx n1 vvi pn22 p-acp n1, r-crq p-acp pno32 vbds av-j n1 cc n1; cc p-acp vvi, r-crq vbds av-j n1; cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j n1, cc dt n1 n2; r-crq p-acp np1 vvz, pns32 vbdr j n2 pp-f. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
95 And when he speaks of the Customs they would bring among the Christians, they were no other than such as were strictly observed among them, viz. great abstinence, hard usage of their Bodies, And when he speaks of the Customs they would bring among the Christians, they were no other than such as were strictly observed among them, viz. great abstinence, hard usage of their Bodies, cc c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt n2 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt njpg2, pns32 vbdr dx n-jn cs d c-acp vbdr av-j vvn p-acp pno32, n1 j n1, j n1 pp-f po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
96 and some Religious Rites with respect to Angels. Concerning which the Apostle delivers his Judgment two ways. and Some Religious Rites with respect to Angels. Concerning which the Apostle delivers his Judgement two ways. cc d j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n2. vvg r-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 crd n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
97 1. He grants that these things have a shew of Wisdom in them; i. e. 1. He grants that these things have a show of Wisdom in them; i. e. crd pns31 vvz cst d n2 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
98 that they make so good an appearance to men, as is apt to raise an esteem of those persons in whom it is. that they make so good an appearance to men, as is apt to raise an esteem of those Persons in whom it is. cst pns32 vvb av j dt n1 p-acp n2, c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
99 First, Because they seem to flow from a forwardness in Religion, so I render NONLATINALPHABET, which we call Will-worship; but that being a thing of an ill Name, doth not so well answer to the shew of Wisdom; for what shew of Wisdom is there in doing an ill thing? This is therefore a readiness of Mind to do any thing in Religion which men think pleasing to God, First, Because they seem to flow from a forwardness in Religion, so I render, which we call Will-worship; but that being a thing of an ill Name, does not so well answer to the show of Wisdom; for what show of Wisdom is there in doing an ill thing? This is Therefore a readiness of Mind to do any thing in Religion which men think pleasing to God, ord, c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, av pns11 vvb, r-crq pns12 vvb n1; p-acp d vbg dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vdz xx av av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp r-crq vvb pp-f n1 vbz a-acp p-acp vdg dt j-jn n1? d vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp n1 r-crq n2 vvb vvg p-acp np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
100 whether required by him or not. So Hesychius expounds NONLATINALPHABET by NONLATINALPHABET; and NONLATINALPHABET by NONLATINALPHABET. whither required by him or not. So Hesychius expounds by; and by. cs vvn p-acp pno31 cc xx. np1 np1 vvz p-acp; cc p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
101 And other Greek Words of a like composition, do imply no more than a voluntary inclination; as in NONLATINALPHABET, which Plato useth for a service out of good Will, and free Inclination: And other Greek Words of a like composition, do imply no more than a voluntary inclination; as in, which Plato uses for a service out of good Will, and free Inclination: cc j-jn jp n2 pp-f dt j n1, vdb vvi av-dx av-dc cs dt j-jn n1; a-acp p-acp, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 av pp-f j n1, cc j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
102 NONLATINALPHABET is the same with NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET in Xenophon: And St. Augustine observes, that in his time, a Man that affected to be Rich, was called Thelo-dives, and he that desired to be thought Wise Thelo-sapiens; so according to this Analogy, a Man that would be thought very Religious, would then have been called Thelo-Religiosus; taking Religiosus in the sense of Massurius Sabinus, and not of Nigidius Figulus: i. e. is the same with and in Xenophon: And Saint Augustine observes, that in his time, a Man that affected to be Rich, was called Thelo-dives, and he that desired to be Thought Wise Thelo-sapiens; so according to this Analogy, a Man that would be Thought very Religious, would then have been called Thelo-Religiosus; taking Religious in the sense of Massurius Sabinus, and not of Nigidius Figulus: i. e. vbz dt d p-acp cc p-acp np1: cc n1 np1 vvz, cst p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 cst vvd pc-acp vbi j, vbds vvn j, cc pns31 cst vvd pc-acp vbi vvn j j; av vvg p-acp d n1, dt n1 cst vmd vbi vvn av j, vmd av vhi vbn vvn j; vvg np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc xx pp-f np1 np1: uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
103 in a good, and not in a bad sense. And so NONLATINALPHABET, is a desire of appearing more Religious than ordinary; in a good, and not in a bad sense. And so, is a desire of appearing more Religious than ordinary; p-acp dt j, cc xx p-acp dt j n1. cc av, vbz dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1 j cs j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
104 which is not a thing evil in it self, but depends on circumstances. which is not a thing evil in it self, but depends on Circumstances. r-crq vbz xx dt n1 j-jn p-acp pn31 n1, cc-acp vvz p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
105 The next is NONLATINALPHABET, Humility, a Vertue so graceful, so becoming Mankind, with a respect to God and to each other, that whatever makes a Shew of that, doth so of Wisdom too. The next is, Humility, a Virtue so graceful, so becoming Mankind, with a respect to God and to each other, that whatever makes a Show of that, does so of Wisdom too. dt ord vbz, n1, dt n1 av j, av vvg n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp d n-jn, cst r-crq vvz dt vvb pp-f d, vdz av pp-f n1 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
106 The third is NONLATINALPHABET, not sparing the Body, but using it with hardship to keep it under. The third is, not sparing the Body, but using it with hardship to keep it under. dt ord vbz, xx vvg dt n1, p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
107 NONLATINALPHABET. Which Words have such a hardness in their construction, as hath caused great variety of interpretations; which I shall not repeat. . Which Words have such a hardness in their construction, as hath caused great variety of interpretations; which I shall not repeat. . r-crq n2 vhb d dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp vhz vvn j n1 pp-f n2; r-crq pns11 vmb xx vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
108 That which seems most natural, is, that Honour implies a regard to the Body and so it only explains what was meant by NONLATINALPHABET; That which seems most natural, is, that Honour Implies a regard to the Body and so it only explains what was meant by; d r-crq vvz av-ds j, vbz, cst n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc av pn31 av-j vvz q-crq vbds vvn p-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
109 the sense being, not with any regard to the Flesh for its satisfaction: the sense being, not with any regard to the Flesh for its satisfaction: dt n1 vbg, xx p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
110 which hath a farther appearance of Wisdom, not barely in the subjection of the Body to the Mind; which hath a farther appearance of Wisdom, not barely in the subjection of the Body to the Mind; r-crq vhz dt jc n1 pp-f n1, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
111 but as it seems to argue a Mind so elevated above the Body, that it hath little or no regard to the necessities of it. but as it seems to argue a Mind so elevated above the Body, that it hath little or no regard to the necessities of it. cc-acp c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 av vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vhz j cc dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
112 2. Notwithstanding all this fair shew of Wisdom, the Apostle doth really condemn these things as not pleasing to God, nor suitable to the Christian Religion. For, 2. Notwithstanding all this fair show of Wisdom, the Apostle does really condemn these things as not pleasing to God, nor suitable to the Christian Religion. For, crd a-acp d d j vvi pp-f n1, dt n1 vdz av-j vvi d n2 c-acp xx vvg p-acp np1, ccx j p-acp dt njp n1. p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
113 (1.) He saith they have only a shew of Wisdom. NONLATINALPHABET, saith St. Chrysostome, who certainly understood the force of the Words; (1.) He Says they have only a show of Wisdom., Says Saint Chrysostom, who Certainly understood the force of the Words; (crd) pns31 vvz pns32 vhb j dt n1 pp-f n1., vvz n1 np1, r-crq av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
114 the Shew, saith he, not the Power, therefore not the Truth of Wisdom. the Show, Says he, not the Power, Therefore not the Truth of Wisdom. dt vvb, vvz pns31, xx dt n1, av xx dt n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
115 Imaginem rationis, humanaeque sapientiae, saith St. Jerom. NONLATINALPHABET, saith Theodoret; so that notwithstanding the fair Shew they make, they have no real Wisdom in them. Imaginem rationis, humanaeque sapientiae, Says Saint Jerome, Says Theodoret; so that notwithstanding the fair Show they make, they have no real Wisdom in them. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, vvz n1 np1, vvz np1; av cst p-acp dt j vvi pns32 vvb, pns32 vhb dx j n1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
116 (2.) This new way of Worship, though it hath such a specious shew of Devotion and Humility; yet it reflects on the Honour of Christ, as Mediator; and therefore the Apostle charges the introducers of it, with not holding the Head. If the Cerinthians did advance the Angels above Jesus Christ, they were so much the more guilty; (2.) This new Way of Worship, though it hath such a specious show of Devotion and Humility; yet it reflects on the Honour of christ, as Mediator; and Therefore the Apostle charges the introducers of it, with not holding the Head. If the Cerinthians did advance the Angels above jesus christ, they were so much the more guilty; (crd) d j n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vhz d dt j vvi pp-f n1 cc n1; av pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1; cc av dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp xx vvg dt n1 cs dt np1 vdd vvi dt n2 p-acp np1 np1, pns32 vbdr av av-d dt av-dc j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
117 but if these Judaizers did only look on them as nearer and more agreeable Mediators to us, but if these Judaizers did only look on them as nearer and more agreeable Mediators to us, cc-acp cs d n2 vdd av-j vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp jc cc av-dc j n2 p-acp pno12, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
118 yet therein they brought a great disparagement upon him, whose Office it was to be the sole Mediator between God and Men. yet therein they brought a great disparagement upon him, whose Office it was to be the sole Mediator between God and Men. av av pns32 vvd dt j n1 p-acp pno31, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbds pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
119 Mankind was very excusable in comparison, for finding out other Mediators, before God had declared to the World that he had appointed his Son to be our only Advocate and Intercessor; but for those who own his Mediatorship, to make choice of others besides Him, is to call in question the Wisdom of the Father, Mankind was very excusable in comparison, for finding out other Mediators, before God had declared to the World that he had appointed his Son to be our only Advocate and Intercessor; but for those who own his Mediatorship, to make choice of Others beside Him, is to call in question the Wisdom of the Father, n1 vbds av j p-acp n1, p-acp vvg av j-jn n2, p-acp np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vbi po12 j n1 cc n1; p-acp p-acp d r-crq d po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp pno31, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
120 or the Sufficiency, Interest or Kindness of the Son. For if God hath appointed him for this end, or the Sufficiency, Interest or Kindness of the Son. For if God hath appointed him for this end, cc dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp cs np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
121 and he be able to go through his work, and willing to help all that address themselves to him; and he be able to go through his work, and willing to help all that address themselves to him; cc pns31 vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc j pc-acp vvi d cst vvb px32 p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
122 what need to call in other Assistants? yea, what a Dishonour is it for him to stand by, what need to call in other Assistants? yea, what a Dishonour is it for him to stand by, q-crq vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2? uh, q-crq dt vvb vbz pn31 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
123 and Applications be made to them to do that Office, which he was appointed alone to discharge? and Applications be made to them to do that Office, which he was appointed alone to discharge? cc n2 vbb vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi d n1, r-crq pns31 vbds vvn av-j pc-acp vvi? (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
124 (3.) These new inventions though never so plausible, are a disparagement to the Gospel, (3.) These new Inventions though never so plausible, Are a disparagement to the Gospel, (crd) np1 j n2 cs av-x av j, vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
125 as not containing sufficient, or at least not the most sublime and perfect directions for Humility and Mortification. For our Blessed Saviour was so far from being remarkable for these affected singularities, that the freedom and easiness of his conversation, was a great offence to those who understood little or nothing of Religion beyond these things. as not containing sufficient, or At least not the most sublime and perfect directions for Humility and Mortification. For our Blessed Saviour was so Far from being remarkable for these affected singularities, that the freedom and easiness of his Conversation, was a great offence to those who understood little or nothing of Religion beyond these things. c-acp xx vvg j, cc p-acp ds xx dt av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. p-acp po12 vvn n1 vbds av av-j p-acp vbg j p-acp d j-vvn n2, cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbds dt j n1 p-acp d r-crq vvd j cc pix pp-f n1 p-acp d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
126 The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, Behold a Man Gluttonous, and a Wine-bibber, a friend of Publicans and Sinners. The Son of Man Come eating and drinking, and they say, Behold a Man Gluttonous, and a Winebibber, a friend of Publicans and Sinners. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd vvg cc vvg, cc pns32 vvb, vvb dt n1 j, cc dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
127 Not that he gave way to any thing like Luxury, or Intemperance, who was the most exact pattern of all true and real Vertues; Not that he gave Way to any thing like Luxury, or Intemperance, who was the most exact pattern of all true and real Virtues; xx d pns31 vvd n1 p-acp d n1 av-j n1, cc n1, r-crq vbds dt av-ds j n1 pp-f d j cc j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
128 but because they saw nothing extraordinary as to the severity of his Life in these Matters, they looked on him but as one of the common sort of men, making no appearance of more than usual Sanctity, as to eating and drinking. but Because they saw nothing extraordinary as to the severity of his Life in these Matters, they looked on him but as one of the Common sort of men, making no appearance of more than usual Sanctity, as to eating and drinking. cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvd pix j p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n2, pns32 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp p-acp crd pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2, vvg dx n1 pp-f dc cs j n1, c-acp p-acp vvg cc vvg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
129 And when Johns Disciples who were bred up with greater austerity, were really offended that Christs Disciples did not fast as they did: And when Johns Disciples who were bred up with greater austerity, were really offended that Christ Disciples did not fast as they did: cc c-crq np1 n2 r-crq vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp jc n1, vbdr av-j vvn cst npg1 n2 vdd xx av-j c-acp pns32 vdd: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
130 our Saviour puts them off with a Parabolical Answer; our Saviour puts them off with a Parabolical Answer; po12 n1 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
131 Can the Children of the Bride-chamber fast, as long as the Bridegroom is with them? which answer might puzzle them more, Can the Children of the Bridechamber fast, as long as the Bridegroom is with them? which answer might puzzle them more, vmb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j, c-acp av-j c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32? r-crq n1 vmd vvi pno32 dc, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
132 as not understanding why fasting should be inconsistent with his corporal Presence; as not understanding why fasting should be inconsistent with his corporal Presence; c-acp xx vvg c-crq vvg vmd vbi j p-acp po31 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
133 yet to let them see that he did not look on Fasting, as a Duty unsutable to his Religion, he tells them, the Days would come, yet to let them see that he did not look on Fasting, as a Duty unsuitable to his Religion, he tells them, the Days would come, av pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi cst pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp vvg, p-acp dt n1 j p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pno32, dt n2 vmd vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
134 when his Disciples should have their times of Fasting. when his Disciples should have their times of Fasting. c-crq po31 n2 vmd vhi po32 n2 pp-f vvg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
135 But the Days will come when the Bridegroom shall be taken from them, and then shall they fast. But the Days will come when the Bridegroom shall be taken from them, and then shall they fast. p-acp dt n2 vmb vvi c-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32, cc av vmb pns32 av-j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
136 So that it is not Occasional or Anniversary Days of Fasting, which are condemned here by the Apostle, So that it is not Occasional or Anniversary Days of Fasting, which Are condemned Here by the Apostle, av cst pn31 vbz xx j cc n1 n2 pp-f vvg, r-crq vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
137 as Will-worship, or neglecting the Body; as Will-worship, or neglecting the Body; c-acp n1, cc vvg dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
138 but the imposing a new and severer course of Life upon Christians, as a way of greater perfection of Mortification, than what was required by Christ or his Apostles. but the imposing a new and severer course of Life upon Christians, as a Way of greater perfection of Mortification, than what was required by christ or his Apostles. p-acp dt vvg dt j cc jc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n1 pp-f n1, cs r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
139 This is that which the Apostle calls being subject to Ordinances; and living after the Commandments and Doctrines of Men. This is that which the Apostle calls being Subject to Ordinances; and living After the commandments and Doctrines of Men. d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz vbg j-jn p-acp n2; cc vvg a-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
140 Theodoret observes that he doth not mean the Law by this, but the unseasonable Doctrine of these Seducers; Theodoret observes that he does not mean the Law by this, but the unseasonable Doctrine of these Seducers; np1 vvz cst pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
141 and it is evident from the foregoing part of the 20. v. Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the rudiments of the World: i. e. and it is evident from the foregoing part of the 20. v. Wherefore if you be dead with christ from the rudiments of the World: i. e. cc pn31 vbz j p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f dt crd n1 c-crq cs pn22 vbb j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
142 if ye are freed from the Yoke of the Law, what reason is there ye should submit to another, which depends only on the Authority and invention of Men? But what then? Doth S. Paul make it unlawful to submit to any Orders or Rites appointed by the Church in which we live? By no means. if you Are freed from the Yoke of the Law, what reason is there you should submit to Another, which depends only on the authority and invention of Men? But what then? Does S. Paul make it unlawful to submit to any Order or Rites appointed by the Church in which we live? By no means. cs pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq n1 vbz a-acp pn22 vmd vvi p-acp j-jn, r-crq vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2? p-acp r-crq av? vdz np1 np1 vvi pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb? p-acp dx n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
143 For neither doth the Apostle speak of those who had lawful Authority, but of Seducers; For neither does the Apostle speak of those who had lawful authority, but of Seducers; p-acp d vdz dt n1 vvb pp-f d r-crq vhd j n1, cc-acp pp-f n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
144 nor doth he speak of things appointed meerly for Order and Decency; but of such things which are supposed by the Imposers to have more of true Perfection and Sanctity in them; nor does he speak of things appointed merely for Order and Decency; but of such things which Are supposed by the Imposers to have more of true Perfection and Sanctity in them; ccx vdz pns31 vvi pp-f n2 vvn av-j p-acp vvb cc n1; p-acp pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vhi dc pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
145 more Humility and Mortification; and consequently to be more pleasing to God, than bare obedience to the Precepts of Christ and his Apostles. Whoever introduce any such things into the Christian Church, more Humility and Mortification; and consequently to be more pleasing to God, than bore Obedience to the Precepts of christ and his Apostles. Whoever introduce any such things into the Christian Church, n1 n1 cc n1; cc av-j pc-acp vbi av-dc vvg p-acp np1, cs j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2. r-crq vvi d d n2 p-acp dt njp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
146 and maintain any such opinions of them, are justly censured by the Apostle here, and fall under the condemnation of Seducers. and maintain any such opinions of them, Are justly censured by the Apostle Here, and fallen under the condemnation of Seducers. cc vvi d d n2 pp-f pno32, vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 av, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
147 (4.) These things, whatsoever shew of Wisdom and Humility they make, are really the effects of Pride and Folly. (4.) These things, whatsoever show of Wisdom and Humility they make, Are really the effects of Pride and Folly. (crd) np1 n2, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pns32 vvb, vbr av-j dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
148 (1.) Of Pride: which appears, (1.) Of Pride: which appears, (crd) pp-f n1: r-crq vvz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
149 1. By a great presumption of their great Skill and Knowledge in the Mysteries of Religion, 1. By a great presumption of their great Skill and Knowledge in the Mysteres of Religion, crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
150 and of what is most pleasing to God; and of what is most pleasing to God; cc pp-f r-crq vbz av-ds j-vvg p-acp np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
151 Intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puft up by his fleshly mind. Intruding into those things which he hath not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind. j-vvg p-acp d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn, av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po31 j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
152 So that here was a great outward appearance of Humility and Mortification; but within nothing but Pride and Vanity. It hath been long observed, that those who strive to exceed others in the outward shews and appearances of Humility and neglect of the Body, have been most liable to the Temptations of Sp ritual Pride; i. e. So that Here was a great outward appearance of Humility and Mortification; but within nothing but Pride and Vanity. It hath been long observed, that those who strive to exceed Others in the outward shows and appearances of Humility and neglect of the Body, have been most liable to the Temptations of Spa ritual Pride; i. e. av cst av vbds dt j j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; p-acp p-acp pix cc-acp n1 cc n1. pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn, cst d r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp dt j vvz cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vhb vbn av-ds j p-acp dt n2 pp-f wd j n1; uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
153 to a high opinion of themselves, and a contempt of others, which they have manifested by an invincible stiffness in maintaining their own opinions; to a high opinion of themselves, and a contempt of Others, which they have manifested by an invincible stiffness in maintaining their own opinions; p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px32, cc dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvg po32 d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
154 a readiness to impose them upon others; and impatience of contradiction from any. 2. By an affectation of greater Humility, than appears in others. a readiness to impose them upon Others; and impatience of contradiction from any. 2. By an affectation of greater Humility, than appears in Others. dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n2-jn; cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f jc n1, cs vvz p-acp n2-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
155 These Seducers, we see, pretended to nothing more than Humility. Their Worship of Angels was from Humility; their neglect of the Body from Humility too: These Seducers, we see, pretended to nothing more than Humility. Their Worship of Angels was from Humility; their neglect of the Body from Humility too: np1 n2, pns12 vvi, vvn p-acp pix av-dc cs n1. po32 n1 pp-f n2 vbds p-acp n1; po32 n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 av: (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
156 they made so much shew of it, as gave reason to suspect Pride lay at the bottom. they made so much show of it, as gave reason to suspect Pride lay At the bottom. pns32 vvd av av-d vvi pp-f pn31, c-acp vvd n1 pc-acp vvi n1 vvi p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
157 For it is more real Humility to be contented to be thought Proud unjustly, than to labour for such an opinion of more than ordinary Humility, as these Seducers did. For it is more real Humility to be contented to be Thought Proud unjustly, than to labour for such an opinion of more than ordinary Humility, as these Seducers did. p-acp pn31 vbz av-dc j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn j av-j, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dc cs j n1, p-acp d n2 vdd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
158 (2.) Of Folly; in two things. (2.) Of Folly; in two things. (crd) pp-f n1; p-acp crd n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
159 1. In placing the main of their Religion in things that would not bear the weight of it, which the Apostle intimates in those Words, Which all are to perish with the using: i. e. 1. In placing the main of their Religion in things that would not bear the weight of it, which the Apostle intimates in those Words, Which all Are to perish with the using: i. e. crd p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n2 cst vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2, r-crq d vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt vvg: uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
160 as the Greek Interpreters explain it, the matters of eating and drinking are no such great things, that so much ado should be made about them. as the Greek Interpreters explain it, the matters of eating and drinking Are no such great things, that so much ado should be made about them. p-acp dt jp n2 vvi pn31, dt n2 pp-f vvg cc vvg vbr dx d j n2, cst av d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
161 For as our Saviour saith, Not that which goeth into the Mouth defileth a Man; for it goeth into the Belly, and is cast out into the draught. For as our Saviour Says, Not that which Goes into the Mouth Defileth a Man; for it Goes into the Belly, and is cast out into the draught. c-acp p-acp po12 n1 vvz, xx cst r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1; c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
162 And therefore saith the Apostle, The Kingdom of Rom. 14. 17, 18. God is not Meat and Drink, And Therefore Says the Apostle, The Kingdom of Rom. 14. 17, 18. God is not Meat and Drink, cc av vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 crd crd, crd np1 vbz xx n1 cc vvb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
163 but Righteousness and Peace, and Joy in the Holy Ghost; but Righteousness and Peace, and Joy in the Holy Ghost; cc-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
164 for he that in these things serveth Christ, is acceptable to God, and approved of Men. for he that in these things serves christ, is acceptable to God, and approved of Men. c-acp pns31 cst p-acp d n2 vvz np1, vbz j p-acp np1, cc vvn pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
165 2. In supposing the following their own Inventions to be more pleasing to God, than the observing his own Commands. 2. In supposing the following their own Inventions to be more pleasing to God, than the observing his own Commands. crd p-acp vvg dt vvg po32 d n2 pc-acp vbi av-dc j-vvg p-acp np1, cs dt vvg po31 d vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
166 For this seems to be at the bottom of all; For this seems to be At the bottom of all; p-acp d vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
167 these Seducers made no question, but they had found out ways much more pleasing to God, these Seducers made no question, but they had found out ways much more pleasing to God, d n2 vvd dx n1, cc-acp pns32 vhd vvn av n2 d dc j-vvg p-acp np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
168 than those which were in common esteem and practice in the Christian Churches. So that which is called here NONLATINALPHABET, is by the Latins rendered in Superstitione: i. e. than those which were in Common esteem and practice in the Christian Churches. So that which is called Here, is by the Latins rendered in Superstition: i. e. cs d r-crq vbdr p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt njp n2. av cst r-crq vbz vvn av, vbz p-acp dt njp2 vvd p-acp n1: uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
169 in an opinion of pleasing God by some particular Rites of their own; in an opinion of pleasing God by Some particular Rites of their own; p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg np1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f po32 d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
170 in making much of their Religion to lye in forbearing some things and doing others, which God never required, in making much of their Religion to lie in forbearing Some things and doing Others, which God never required, p-acp vvg d pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg d n2 cc vdg ng2-jn, r-crq np1 av-x vvd, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
171 and are made no parts of the Christian Religion by Christ or his Apostles. So that here are two parts of the Superstition here spoken of. and Are made no parts of the Christian Religion by christ or his Apostles. So that Here Are two parts of the Superstition Here spoken of. cc vbr vvn dx n2 pp-f dt njp n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2. av cst av vbr crd n2 pp-f dt n1 av vvn pp-f. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
172 1. Forbearing some things as unlawful, which God never made unlawful by any prohibition, Touch not, taste not, handle not. 1. Forbearing Some things as unlawful, which God never made unlawful by any prohibition, Touch not, taste not, handle not. crd vvg d n2 c-acp j, r-crq np1 av-x vvd j p-acp d n1, vvb xx, vvb xx, vvb xx. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
173 The root of their Superstition did not lie, as some imagin, in supposing the things which they did forbear as in themselves abominable, as some Hereticks did; The root of their Superstition did not lie, as Some imagine, in supposing the things which they did forbear as in themselves abominable, as Some Heretics did; dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vdd xx vvi, c-acp d vvb, p-acp vvg dt n2 r-crq pns32 vdd vvi a-acp p-acp px32 j, c-acp d n2 vdd; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
174 but in an opinion, that God would be so much pleased with the meer forbearance of them, that those who design to please God, were bound to abstain from them, but in an opinion, that God would be so much pleased with the mere forbearance of them, that those who Design to please God, were bound to abstain from them, p-acp p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vmd vbi av av-d vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, cst d r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi np1, vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
175 although he had never forbidden them. although he had never forbidden them. cs pns31 vhd av-x vvn pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
176 And there is a material difference between these three things. (1.) Abstaining from things as in themselves unlawful to be used. (2.) Preferring the Abstinence before the Use, on some particular Seasons and Occasions. (3.) Making the forbearance of them as unlawful (though not sorbidden) as necessary to the pleasing of God. And there is a material difference between these three things. (1.) Abstaining from things as in themselves unlawful to be used. (2.) Preferring the Abstinence before the Use, on Some particular Seasons and Occasions. (3.) Making the forbearance of them as unlawful (though not sorbidden) as necessary to the pleasing of God. cc pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp d crd n2. (crd) vvg p-acp n2 c-acp p-acp px32 j pc-acp vbi vvn. (crd) vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d j n2 cc n2. (crd) vvg dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp j (cs xx vvn) p-acp j p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
177 There were such who did utterly forbid the use of Marriage and Meats, of whom the Apostle speaks, 1 Tim. 4. 3. And the Christian Church, There were such who did utterly forbid the use of Marriage and Meats, of whom the Apostle speaks, 1 Tim. 4. 3. And the Christian Church, pc-acp vbdr d r-crq vdd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd cc dt njp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
178 as S. Augustine observes, doth not fall under this censure of the Apostle, when in some cases it prefers Abstinence from both. as S. Augustine observes, does not fallen under this censure of the Apostle, when in Some cases it prefers Abstinence from both. c-acp np1 np1 vvz, vdz xx vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq p-acp d n2 pn31 vvz n1 p-acp d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
179 Ille prohibet, saith he, qui hoc malum esse dicit, non qui huic bono, aliud melius anteponit. Isle Prohibet, Says he, qui hoc malum esse dicit, non qui huic Bono, Aliud Better anteponit. fw-la fw-la, vvz pns31, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvn fw-la fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
180 But yet there may be a Superstitious Abstinence, without that Superstitious opinion; But yet there may be a Superstitious Abstinence, without that Superstitious opinion; p-acp av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1, p-acp cst j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
181 or else the Christian Church had no reason to condemn the Abstinence of the Montanists, who, or Else the Christian Church had no reason to condemn the Abstinence of the Montanists, who, cc av dt njp n1 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
182 as Tertullian pleads for them, utterly rejected that opinion. Neither was it meerly because Montanus wanted Authority to make Laws of Abstinence. But Tertullian acquaints us with other arguments against it, chiefly from the unsuitableness of it to the design of Christianity. as Tertullian pleads for them, utterly rejected that opinion. Neither was it merely Because Montanus wanted authority to make Laws of Abstinence. But Tertullian acquaints us with other Arguments against it, chiefly from the unsuitableness of it to the Design of Christianity. c-acp np1 vvz p-acp pno32, av-j vvd cst n1. d vbds pn31 av-j p-acp np1 vvd n1 pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1. p-acp np1 vvz pno12 p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp pn31, av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
183 And to impose such Abstinence as necessary to the pleasing God, is that which the Church condemned in Montanus; and the believing it is a Superstitious opinion; though of another sort from that wh ch made the Use of them in it self unlawful. For they did it upon an extravagant fancy, that no living Creatures were of Gods making, And to impose such Abstinence as necessary to the pleasing God, is that which the Church condemned in Montanus; and the believing it is a Superstitious opinion; though of Another sort from that Where changed made the Use of them in it self unlawful. For they did it upon an extravagant fancy, that no living Creatures were of God's making, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp j p-acp dt j-vvg n1, vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvn p-acp np1; cc dt vvg pn31 vbz dt j n1; cs pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp d zz n1 vvd dt vvb pp-f pno32 p-acp pn31 n1 j. c-acp pns32 vdd pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cst dx j-vvg n2 vbdr pp-f npg1 vvg, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
184 but were produced by some other powers in opposition to him; but were produced by Some other Powers in opposition to him; cc-acp vbdr vvn p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
185 as appears by the Gnosticks, the Marcionists, the Manichees, and the En•ratitae. But the same reason could not hold as to those Judaizing Christians, who believed the World and all living Creatures were produced by the Power of God. as appears by the Gnostics, the Marcionists, the manichees, and the En•ratitae. But the same reason could not hold as to those Judaizing Christians, who believed the World and all living Creatures were produced by the Power of God. c-acp vvz p-acp dt n2, dt np1, dt n2, cc dt np1. p-acp dt d n1 vmd xx vvi a-acp p-acp d vvg np1, r-crq vvd dt n1 cc d j-vvg n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
186 For Irenaeus saith, that the Ebionites did hold that God was the Maker of the World; For Irnaeus Says, that the Ebionites did hold that God was the Maker of the World; p-acp np1 vvz, cst dt np1 vdd vvi cst np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
187 and therein they differ'd from the Cerinthians, as well as in some other opinions; yet these Ebionites pretended to be Christians, and universally abstained from Flesh, as Epiphanius saith: and therein they differed from the Cerinthians, as well as in Some other opinions; yet these Ebionites pretended to be Christians, and universally abstained from Flesh, as Epiphanius Says: cc av pns32 vvd p-acp dt np1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2; av d np1 vvd pc-acp vbi np1, cc av-j vvn p-acp n1, p-acp np1 vvz: (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
188 not that they had any reason to account Flesh abominable; not that they had any reason to account Flesh abominable; xx cst pns32 vhd d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
189 but they had learnt from the Essens to abstain from it, and thought it greater Sanctity so to do. but they had learned from the Essens to abstain from it, and Thought it greater Sanctity so to do. cc-acp pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc vvd pn31 jc n1 av pc-acp vdi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
190 2. Their Superstition did lie in supposing that God would be mightily pleased with their doing some things of their own invention, 2. Their Superstition did lie in supposing that God would be mightily pleased with their doing Some things of their own invention, crd po32 n1 vdd vvi p-acp vvg cst np1 vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp po32 vdg d n2 pp-f po32 d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
191 as the Worship of Angels was; as the Worship of Angels was; c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbds; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
192 which was so far from being commanded by God in the Law of Moses, that they had thence many arguments against it: which was so Far from being commanded by God in the Law of Moses, that they had thence many Arguments against it: r-crq vbds av av-j p-acp vbg vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vhd av d n2 p-acp pn31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
193 but notwithstanding they thought there was so much of Humility and Complement to God Almighty in it, that he could not but be very much pleased with it. but notwithstanding they Thought there was so much of Humility and Compliment to God Almighty in it, that he could not but be very much pleased with it. cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvd a-acp vbds av d pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 j-jn p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vmd xx p-acp vbi av av-d vvn p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
194 And when men lay a great weight of Religion upon doing or forbearing things, neither commanded nor forbidden by the Law of God, that is so far from being a pleasing Worship of God, that it deserves no other name but that of Superstition and Will-worship; as they do imply a shew of Wisdom, without the Truth and Power of it. And when men lay a great weight of Religion upon doing or forbearing things, neither commanded nor forbidden by the Law of God, that is so Far from being a pleasing Worship of God, that it deserves no other name but that of Superstition and Will-worship; as they do imply a show of Wisdom, without the Truth and Power of it. cc c-crq n2 vvb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vdg cc vvg n2, av-dx vvd ccx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz av av-j p-acp vbg dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, cst pn31 vvz dx j-jn n1 p-acp d pp-f n1 cc n1; c-acp pns32 vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
195 But here arises the main difficulty; But Here arises the main difficulty; cc-acp av vvz dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
196 How shall we put a difference between what is pleasing to God, and what is not; How shall we put a difference between what is pleasing to God, and what is not; q-crq vmb pns12 vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq vbz vvg p-acp np1, cc r-crq vbz xx; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
197 or between true Religion and Superstition? For since the Apostle implies that some things may have a shew of Wisdom in them, i. e. may seem pleasing to God, which are not so; or between true Religion and Superstition? For since the Apostle Implies that Some things may have a show of Wisdom in them, i. e. may seem pleasing to God, which Are not so; cc p-acp j n1 cc n1? c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvz cst d n2 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, sy. sy. vmb vvi vvg p-acp np1, r-crq vbr xx av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
198 and other things may be more pleasing to God, which do not make such a shew of Wisdom to Men; and other things may be more pleasing to God, which do not make such a show of Wisdom to Men; cc j-jn n2 vmb vbi av-dc j-vvg p-acp np1, r-crq vdb xx vvi d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
199 it seems to be a matter of as great difficulty as concernment to us, to understand the just and true bounds between Religious and Superstitious Worship. it seems to be a matter of as great difficulty as concernment to us, to understand the just and true bounds between Religious and Superstitious Worship. pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n2 p-acp j cc j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
200 This is an enquiry of so great moment and consequence, for the easing our minds of many trouble ome doubts and fears, This is an enquiry of so great moment and consequence, for the easing our minds of many trouble ome doubts and fears, d vbz dt n1 pp-f av j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt vvg po12 n2 pp-f d n1 zz n2 cc n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
201 and setling in them a true notion of Religion; that I shall from hence apply my self to the consideration of the true difference between the reasonable Worship of God, and Superstition. and settling in them a true notion of Religion; that I shall from hence apply my self to the consideration of the true difference between the reasonable Worship of God, and Superstition. cc vvg p-acp pno32 dt j n1 pp-f n1; cst pns11 vmb p-acp av vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
202 Superstition in the general, is nothing else but an unpleasing Worship of God. Superstition in the general, is nothing Else but an unpleasing Worship of God. n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz pix av cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
203 I do not speak of that Worship which relates to a false object; which is more properly Idolatry; but when that Worship is ultimately referred to a true Object, as in the Worship of Angels as Mediators, then it is Superstition too; I do not speak of that Worship which relates to a false Object; which is more properly Idolatry; but when that Worship is ultimately referred to a true Object, as in the Worship of Angels as Mediators, then it is Superstition too; pns11 vdb xx vvi pp-f d vvb r-crq vvz p-acp dt j n1; r-crq vbz av-dc av-j n1; p-acp c-crq d n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 c-acp n2, av pn31 vbz n1 av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
204 it being an undue way of giving Worship to the true God. I shall not trouble my self with an enquiry into the Etymology of the words in Greek or Latin, it being well observed by Aquinas, that in this matter we are not so much to observe the Etymology of Superstition, it being an undue Way of giving Worship to the true God. I shall not trouble my self with an enquiry into the Etymology of the words in Greek or Latin, it being well observed by Aquinas, that in this matter we Are not so much to observe the Etymology of Superstition, pn31 vbg dt j n1 pp-f vvg vvb p-acp dt j np1. pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp jp cc njp, pn31 vbg av vvn p-acp np1, cst p-acp d n1 pns12 vbr xx av av-d pc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
205 as the use of the Word. And that hath been different according to mens notions concerning Religion. as the use of the Word. And that hath been different according to men's notions Concerning Religion. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. cc cst vhz vbn j vvg p-acp ng2 n2 vvg n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
206 Those who believed no God at all, or at least no Providence, accounted all Religion to be nothing but Superstition. And it is a weak and silly Apology a late Commentator on Lucretius makes for his saying, so much mischief hath been done by Religion; Those who believed no God At all, or At least not Providence, accounted all Religion to be nothing but Superstition. And it is a weak and silly Apology a late Commentator on Lucretius makes for his saying, so much mischief hath been done by Religion; d r-crq vvd dx np1 p-acp d, cc p-acp ds xx n1, vvn d n1 pc-acp vbi pix p-acp n1. cc pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1 dt j n1 p-acp np1 vvz p-acp po31 n-vvg, av d n1 vhz vbn vdn p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
207 by Religion, saith he, he meant Superstition; for he accounted all Religion to be nothing else but Superstition. And those in our Age, who can find no other difference between them; by Religion, Says he, he meant Superstition; for he accounted all Religion to be nothing Else but Superstition. And those in our Age, who can find no other difference between them; p-acp n1, vvz pns31, pns31 vvd n1; p-acp pns31 vvd d n1 pc-acp vbi pix av cc-acp n1. cc d p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vmb vvi dx j-jn n1 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
208 but that one is allowed, and the other not; or one is what we like, and the other what we dislike; but that one is allowed, and the other not; or one is what we like, and the other what we dislike; p-acp d pi vbz vvn, cc dt n-jn xx; cc crd vbz q-crq pns12 av-j, cc dt n-jn r-crq pns12 vvb; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
209 do destroy any real difference between them; do destroy any real difference between them; vdb vvi d j n1 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
210 and make only Religion a Superstition in fashion; and Superstition a Religion out of fashion. Whereas if there be a God and Providence, there must be such a thing as true Religion: i. e. and make only Religion a Superstition in fashion; and Superstition a Religion out of fashion. Whereas if there be a God and Providence, there must be such a thing as true Religion: i. e. cc vvb av-j n1 dt n1 p-acp n1; cc n1 dt n1 av pp-f n1. cs cs pc-acp vbi dt np1 cc n1, a-acp vmb vbi d dt n1 c-acp j n1: uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
211 there ought to be some Acts in us agreeable to the Conceptions we have of the Divine Nature. there ought to be Some Acts in us agreeable to the Conceptions we have of the Divine Nature. pc-acp pi pc-acp vbi d n2 p-acp pno12 j p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb pp-f dt j-jn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
212 For, His Majesty and Power requires our Fear; not an amazing, confounding, unaccountable Fear, arising from a perplexity and disorder of our imaginations; For, His Majesty and Power requires our fear; not an amazing, confounding, unaccountable fear, arising from a perplexity and disorder of our Imaginations; p-acp, po31 n1 cc n1 vvz po12 vvb; xx dt j-vvg, j-vvg, j n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
213 but a just, reasonable, prudent Fear, springing from our most serious thoughts and deepest consideration of things. but a just, reasonable, prudent fear, springing from our most serious thoughts and Deepest consideration of things. cc-acp dt j, j, j n1, vvg p-acp po12 av-ds j n2 cc js-jn n1 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
214 For, if it be impossible for any thinking man to satisfie himself in the train of Causes, For, if it be impossible for any thinking man to satisfy himself in the train of Causes, p-acp, cs pn31 vbb j p-acp d vvg n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
215 but he must come to this thought at last, that there is some Cause, whereof there is no former Cause, but is Eternal; but he must come to this Thought At last, that there is Some Cause, whereof there is no former Cause, but is Eternal; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp ord, cst pc-acp vbz d n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx j n1, cc-acp vbz j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
216 which is that we call God; which is that we call God; r-crq vbz cst pns12 vvb np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
217 then it is impossible if this man pursues his own thoughts, but the first Consequence from hence will be, that if this God be the first cause of all things, his Power and Majesty is so great, then it is impossible if this man pursues his own thoughts, but the First Consequence from hence will be, that if this God be the First cause of all things, his Power and Majesty is so great, cs pn31 vbz j cs d n1 vvz po31 d n2, cc-acp dt ord n1 p-acp av vmb vbi, cst cs d np1 vbb dt ord n1 pp-f d n2, po31 n1 cc n1 vbz av j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
218 as to command a due Reverence and Fear from us his Creatures. as to command a due reverence and fear from us his Creatures. c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 cc vvi p-acp pno12 po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
219 This is not such a Fear as Men have in a storm, or when a sudden calamity seizeth upon them, which makes them at their wits end, This is not such a fear as Men have in a storm, or when a sudden calamity seizes upon them, which makes them At their wits end, d vbz xx d dt vvb p-acp n2 vhb p-acp dt n1, cc c-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno32, r-crq vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n2 vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
220 and to run they know not whither for present help; but it is a settled, calm, composed temper of mind; a Fear without consternation; and to run they know not whither for present help; but it is a settled, Cam, composed temper of mind; a fear without consternation; cc pc-acp vvi pns32 vvb xx c-crq p-acp j n1; p-acp pn31 vbz dt j-vvn, j-jn, j-vvn n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
221 an Awe and Reverence of the Divine Majesty, without terrour and astonishment. an Awe and reverence of the Divine Majesty, without terror and astonishment. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
222 For, as the mighty Power of God begets fear in us, so the infinite Goodness and Wisdom of God, not only keep up mens minds from sinking into slavish Fear, and horrible despair; For, as the mighty Power of God begets Fear in us, so the infinite goodness and Wisdom of God, not only keep up men's minds from sinking into slavish fear, and horrible despair; p-acp, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 p-acp pno12, av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, xx av-j vvi p-acp ng2 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp j n1, cc j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
223 but fills them with comfortable hopes, and a patient and humble Trust and Confidence in his never-failing Providence. but fills them with comfortable hope's, and a patient and humble Trust and Confidence in his never-failing Providence. cc-acp vvz pno32 p-acp j n2, cc dt j cc j n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
224 And this is the Nature of true Religion in the Minds of Men. And this is the Nature of true Religion in the Minds of Men. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
225 But because it tends to the honour of our Maker, and the incouraging one another to Acts of Piety and Devotion, that this inward sense of our Minds be expressed by such external Actions as are agreeable thereto, from thence came the necessity of the publick Offices of Religion, wherein we offer up our Prayers and Praises to the Divine Majesty in acknowledgment of our Dependence upon him for what we have, or are, or hope for. But Because it tends to the honour of our Maker, and the encouraging one Another to Acts of Piety and Devotion, that this inward sense of our Minds be expressed by such external Actions as Are agreeable thereto, from thence Come the necessity of the public Offices of Religion, wherein we offer up our Prayers and Praises to the Divine Majesty in acknowledgment of our Dependence upon him for what we have, or Are, or hope for. p-acp c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt vvg pi j-jn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst d j n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbb vvn p-acp d j n2 c-acp vbr j av, p-acp av vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb a-acp po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb, cc vbr, cc vvb p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
226 And there is nothing in all this, but what is highly just and reasonable, and this is true natural Religion. And there is nothing in all this, but what is highly just and reasonable, and this is true natural Religion. cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp d d, cc-acp q-crq vbz av-j j cc j, cc d vbz j j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
227 But then we cannot deny, that there is too great a natural proneness in Mankind to Superstition. For, But then we cannot deny, that there is too great a natural proneness in Mankind to Superstition. For, cc-acp cs pns12 vmbx vvi, cst pc-acp vbz av j dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
228 when men cannot shake off the apprehension of a Deity, and yet are conscious to themselves that they have offended him; when men cannot shake off the apprehension of a Deity, and yet Are conscious to themselves that they have offended him; c-crq n2 vmbx vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vbr j p-acp px32 cst pns32 vhb vvn pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
229 the very thoughts of him prove so uneasie to them, that they would be glad to believe there were none at all, the very thoughts of him prove so uneasy to them, that they would be glad to believe there were none At all, dt j n2 pp-f pno31 vvi av j p-acp pno32, cst pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp vbdr pix p-acp d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
230 and give all the advantage to Atheistical Objections which a willing mind can do: And as Plutarch observes of Superstitious Men, they would be Atheists if they durst. and give all the advantage to Atheistical Objections which a willing mind can do: And as Plutarch observes of Superstitious Men, they would be Atheists if they durst. cc vvb d dt n1 p-acp j n2 r-crq dt j n1 vmb vdi: cc c-acp ng1 vvz pp-f j n2, pns32 vmd vbi n2 cs pns32 vvd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
231 But finding still an inward dissatisfaction, and an impossibility of rooting out the fears of a Deity; But finding still an inward dissatisfaction, and an impossibility of rooting out the fears of a Deity; p-acp vvg av dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j-vvg av dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
232 the next thing is, to think upon some ways to please him, and to mitigate his displeasure against them. the next thing is, to think upon Some ways to please him, and to mitigate his displeasure against them. dt ord n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
233 And we can hardly imagine any thing so pompous and ceremonious, so mean and servile, And we can hardly imagine any thing so pompous and ceremonious, so mean and servile, cc pns12 vmb av vvi d n1 av j cc j, av j cc j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
234 so cruel and barbarous, so ridiculous and foppish, but Mankind have made use of it to atone the anger of their Gods. For, the first effect of Superstition, on Mens minds, was; so cruel and barbarous, so ridiculous and foppish, but Mankind have made use of it to atone the anger of their God's For, the First Effect of Superstition, on Men's minds, was; av j cc j, av j cc j, cc-acp n1 vhb vvn n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp, dt ord n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ng2 n2, vbds; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
235 that they durst not make immediate Applications to the Supreme Being, as being too great and powerful for them: that they durst not make immediate Applications to the Supreme Being, as being too great and powerful for them: d pns32 vvd xx vvi j n2 p-acp dt j vbg, p-acp vbg av j cc j p-acp pno32: (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
236 therefore they pitched on some inferiour Beings to mediate, and to offer up their Devotions and Sacrifices to him, whom they thought it too great presumption to approach. Therefore they pitched on Some inferior Beings to mediate, and to offer up their Devotions and Sacrifices to him, whom they Thought it too great presumption to approach. av pns32 vvd p-acp d j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31, ro-crq pns32 vvd pn31 av j n1 pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
237 When thus Superstition in the most proper sense of NONLATINALPHABET had in a great measure supplanted true Religion in the World; When thus Superstition in the most proper sense of had in a great measure supplanted true Religion in the World; c-crq av n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f vhd p-acp dt j n1 vvn j n1 p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
238 then it proceeded to find out such ways and methods of Worship, as they thought would be most pleasing to these inferiour Deities. then it proceeded to find out such ways and methods of Worship, as they Thought would be most pleasing to these inferior Deities. cs pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi av d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vvd vmd vbi av-ds j-vvg p-acp d j-jn n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
239 They erected Temples and Altars to them, and set out their Images with all the Art and Splendor they were capable of; They erected Temples and Altars to them, and Set out their Images with all the Art and Splendour they were capable of; pns32 vvd n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, cc vvd av po32 n2 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pns32 vbdr j pp-f; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
240 and upon extraordinary Occasions they were carried with wonderful Pomp and Solemnity through the Streets, all Orders of Men attending them with Supplications and Prayers and costly Sacrifices to avert their Wrath and Displeasure. and upon extraordinary Occasions they were carried with wondered Pomp and Solemnity through the Streets, all Order of Men attending them with Supplications and Prayers and costly Sacrifices to avert their Wrath and Displeasure. cc p-acp j n2 pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2, d n1 pp-f n2 vvg pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2 cc j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
241 And they were not content with promiscuous Sacrifices, but they studied by all possible means to find out what Sacrifices would please them best; And they were not content with promiscuous Sacrifices, but they studied by all possible means to find out what Sacrifices would please them best; cc pns32 vbdr xx j p-acp j n2, cc-acp pns32 vvd p-acp d j n2 p-acp vvb av q-crq n2 vmd vvi pno32 av-js; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
242 if they fancied it must be something very dear and precious to them, they stuck not at offering up their very children to appease them; if they fancied it must be something very dear and precious to them, they stuck not At offering up their very children to appease them; cs pns32 vvd pn31 vmb vbi pi av j-jn cc j p-acp pno32, pns32 vvd xx p-acp vvg a-acp po32 j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
243 and contrived by loud Musick to stop their ears from hearing the hideous cries of their Children while they were roasting in the flames. and contrived by loud Music to stop their ears from hearing the hideous cries of their Children while they were roasting in the flames. cc vvn p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp vvg dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2 cs pns32 vbdr vvg p-acp dt n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
244 And in their ordinary Sacrifices, they were extremely scrupulous, lest any spot or blemish, or number, And in their ordinary Sacrifices, they were extremely scrupulous, lest any spot or blemish, or number, cc p-acp po32 j n2, pns32 vbdr av-jn j, cs d n1 cc n1, cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
245 or unfit season, or so much as colour should be displeasing to the Gods they offered them to: or unfit season, or so much as colour should be displeasing to the God's they offered them to: cc j n1, cc av av-d c-acp n1 vmd vbi vvg p-acp dt n2 pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp: (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
246 some must have white and uneven; others black and even sacrifices; Some must have white and uneven; Others black and even Sacrifices; d vmb vhi j-jn cc j; n2-jn j-jn cc j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
247 some must have their Sacrifices offerd at the rising, some at the setting of the Sun; Some must have their Sacrifices offered At the rising, Some At the setting of the Sun; d vmb vhi po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt n-vvg, d p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
248 some must have one sort of Beasts, and some another; and some no less than Mans flesh would satisfy; Some must have one sort of Beasts, and Some Another; and Some no less than men Flesh would satisfy; d vmb vhi crd n1 pp-f n2, cc d n-jn; cc d av-dx av-dc cs ng1 n1 vmd vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
249 which inhumane Sacrifices, on some occasions, did almost universally obtain, before the Christian Religion prevailed in the World. which inhumane Sacrifices, on Some occasions, did almost universally obtain, before the Christian Religion prevailed in the World. r-crq j n2, p-acp d n2, vdd av av-j vvi, p-acp dt njp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
250 But again, other Deities were presumed to be so nice and squeamish, that nothing was to be offered them but Milk, But again, other Deities were presumed to be so Nicaenae and squeamish, that nothing was to be offered them but Milk, p-acp av, j-jn n2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi av j cc j, cst pix vbds pc-acp vbi vvn pno32 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
251 and Wine, and Honey, and some Fruits of the Earth. and Wine, and Honey, and Some Fruits of the Earth. cc n1, cc n1, cc d n2 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
252 It were infinite to relate the Rites and Customs of their Sacrifices, and all the ways they used to please their Gods, It were infinite to relate the Rites and Customs of their Sacrifices, and all the ways they used to please their God's, pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc d dt n2 pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
253 and to find out whether they were pleased or not; by the posture, the tongue, the entrails of their Beasts; and to find out whither they were pleased or not; by the posture, the tongue, the entrails of their Beasts; cc pc-acp vvi av cs pns32 vbdr vvn cc xx; p-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
254 by the flying of Birds, the feeding of Chickens, the falling of a staff, the holes of a sieve, &c. and innumerable ways of Divination, by which they flatter'd themselves that they understood the good Will and Pleasure of their Gods, which did not so much satisfy their curiosity, by the flying of Birds, the feeding of Chickens, the falling of a staff, the holes of a sieve, etc. and innumerable ways of Divination, by which they flattered themselves that they understood the good Will and Pleasure of their God's, which did not so much satisfy their curiosity, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, dt n-vvg pp-f n2, dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av cc j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd px32 cst pns32 vvd dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vdd xx av av-d vvi po32 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
255 as fill them with perpetual fears, and oppress them with the horrible Bondage of Superstition; which exalted almost every thing to the honour of a Deity, as fill them with perpetual fears, and oppress them with the horrible Bondage of Superstition; which exalted almost every thing to the honour of a Deity, c-acp vvb pno32 p-acp j n2, cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; r-crq vvn av d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
256 and made themselves miserable by seeking to please them. and made themselves miserable by seeking to please them. cc vvd px32 j p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
257 But although this were the deplorable state of Mankind, forsaken of God and left to their own inventions; But although this were the deplorable state of Mankind, forsaken of God and left to their own Inventions; cc-acp cs d vbdr dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvn pp-f np1 cc vvn p-acp po32 d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
258 yet such is the weakness and folly of Men, that when God himself had given a Law to the Israelites to regulate their Worship, with as much condescension to their weakness, yet such is the weakness and folly of Men, that when God himself had given a Law to the Israelites to regulate their Worship, with as much condescension to their weakness, av d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cst c-crq np1 px31 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt np1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, p-acp c-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
259 as the Wisdom of his Laws would permit; as the Wisdom of his Laws would permit; c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmd vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
260 yet so great was the Witchcraft of Superstition, that they were always almost hankering after the Dotage of their neighbour Nations. yet so great was the Witchcraft of Superstition, that they were always almost hankering After the Dotage of their neighbour nations. av av j vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vbdr av av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
261 And although they often smarted severely for it; And although they often smarted severely for it; cc cs pns32 av vvd av-j p-acp pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
262 yet the rod was no sooner off, but they were ready to return to their former Superstitious vanities, and were so obstinately bent upon them, that nothing could move them; not their former experience; yet the rod was no sooner off, but they were ready to return to their former Superstitious vanities, and were so obstinately bent upon them, that nothing could move them; not their former experience; av dt n1 vbds av-dx av-c vvn, cc-acp pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j j n2, cc vbdr av av-j vvn p-acp pno32, cst pix vmd vvi pno32; xx po32 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
263 not the unreasonableness of the thing; not the terrible denunciations of Gods heavy judgments against them; not the unreasonableness of the thing; not the terrible denunciations of God's heavy Judgments against them; xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1; xx dt j n2 pp-f n2 j n2 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
264 till at last, when there was no remedy, the whole People were carried into Captivity; till At last, when there was no remedy, the Whole People were carried into Captivity; c-acp p-acp ord, c-crq pc-acp vbds dx n1, dt j-jn n1 vbdr vvn p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
265 from whence the greatest part never returned, and their very memory is lost by a mixture with other Nations. from whence the greatest part never returned, and their very memory is lost by a mixture with other nations. p-acp c-crq dt js n1 av-x vvd, cc po32 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
266 Those who returned, have been so wise ever since, as to abhor that provoking sin of Idolatry; which their Ancestors suffered so much for: Those who returned, have been so wise ever since, as to abhor that provoking since of Idolatry; which their Ancestors suffered so much for: d r-crq vvd, vhb vbn av j av a-acp, c-acp pc-acp vvi d j-vvg n1 pp-f n1; r-crq po32 n2 vvd av av-d p-acp: (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
267 but by degrees they fell into other kinds of Superstitions. For it was thought a mean thing among them to keep to the Law; but by Degrees they fell into other Kinds of Superstitions. For it was Thought a mean thing among them to keep to the Law; cc-acp p-acp n2 pns32 vvd p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n2. p-acp pn31 vbds vvn dt j n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
268 but the Traditions of their Elders were looked upon as precious things; and happy was the Man that was strictest in the observance of them. but the Traditions of their Elders were looked upon as precious things; and happy was the Man that was Strictest in the observance of them. cc-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2-jn vbdr vvn p-acp p-acp j n2; cc j vbds dt n1 cst vbds js p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
269 Their frequent Washings, their additional Fastings and Prayers, their Garments, their Postures, their very Looks had such an appearance of Sanctity above other Mens; Their frequent Washings, their additional Fastings and Prayers, their Garments, their Postures, their very Looks had such an appearance of Sanctity above other Men's; po32 j n2-vvg, po32 j n2-vvg cc n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 j vvz vhd d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn ng2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
270 that a man who kept only to the Law, was of no regard or esteem for Piety and Devotion. that a man who kept only to the Law, was of no regard or esteem for Piety and Devotion. cst dt n1 r-crq vvd av-j p-acp dt n1, vbds pp-f dx n1 cc vvi p-acp n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
271 This was the state of Religion among the Jews when Christ appeared, who laid open the foppery and hypocrisie of these great pretenders to extraordinary Sanctity. This was the state of Religion among the jews when christ appeared, who laid open the foppery and hypocrisy of these great pretenders to extraordinary Sanctity. d vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt np2 c-crq np1 vvd, r-crq vvd av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
272 He directed men to the love of God and their Neighbours, as the main substantial parts of true Religion. And next to his making a propitiation for the sins of Mankind by the Sacrifice of himself, his great end was to restore true Religion to the World, which had been so long buried under the heap of Superstitions. And there needed so great an Authority as his was, to assure Mankind, that nothing was so pleasing and acceptable to God, He directed men to the love of God and their Neighbours, as the main substantial parts of true Religion. And next to his making a propitiation for the Sins of Mankind by the Sacrifice of himself, his great end was to restore true Religion to the World, which had been so long buried under the heap of Superstitions. And there needed so great an authority as his was, to assure Mankind, that nothing was so pleasing and acceptable to God, pns31 vvd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po32 n2, p-acp dt j j n2 pp-f j n1. cc ord p-acp po31 n-vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31, po31 j n1 vbds pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhd vbn av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. cc pc-acp vvd av j dt n1 c-acp png31 vbds, pc-acp vvi n1, cst pix vbds av vvg cc j p-acp np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
273 as unaffected Piety, and universal Goodness; which comprehends under it all the Duties of Temperance, Righteousness and Charity. as unaffected Piety, and universal goodness; which comprehends under it all the Duties of Temperance, Righteousness and Charity. c-acp j n1, cc j n1; r-crq vvz p-acp pn31 d dt n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
274 And it is one great Argument of the Providence of God watching over his Church, that he hath caused the Discourses of our Blessed Saviour to be preserved by the Writings of the Evangelists; without which in all likelihood, the Christian Religion had been long since lost in the World. And it is one great Argument of the Providence of God watching over his Church, that he hath caused the Discourses of our Blessed Saviour to be preserved by the Writings of the Evangelists; without which in all likelihood, the Christian Religion had been long since lost in the World. cc pn31 vbz crd j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f po12 vvn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2; p-acp r-crq p-acp d n1, dt njp n1 vhd vbn av-j c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
275 For the Jewish Christians who corrupted Christianity, had represented St. Peter as so favourable to them; For the Jewish Christians who corrupted Christianity, had represented Saint Peter as so favourable to them; p-acp dt np1 np1 r-crq vvd np1, vhd vvn n1 np1 c-acp av j p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
276 and so misrepresented St. Paul; that unless Christs Doctrine had been preserved in his own words, and so misrepresented Saint Paul; that unless Christ Doctrine had been preserved in his own words, cc av vvd n1 np1; cst cs npg1 n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp po31 d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
277 and that by the concurrent Testimony of different Writers, the Christian Religion had preserved little more than its name in the World. and that by the concurrent Testimony of different Writers, the Christian Religion had preserved little more than its name in the World. cc cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2, dt njp n1 vhd vvn av-j av-dc cs po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
278 And yet with all this advantage, such was still the fondness of Mankind for their own Inventions, that even under the Apostles eyes, most of the Churches began to be tainted with these corruptions; And yet with all this advantage, such was still the fondness of Mankind for their own Inventions, that even under the Apostles eyes, most of the Churches began to be tainted with these corruptions; cc av p-acp d d n1, d vbds av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 d n2, cst av p-acp dt n2 n2, ds pp-f dt n2 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
279 partly by the Judaizing Christians; and partly by the followers of Simon and Menander. But they all agreed in something new and mysterious, partly by the Judaizing Christians; and partly by the followers of Simon and Menander. But they all agreed in something new and mysterious, av p-acp dt vvg np1; cc av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1. p-acp pns32 d vvd p-acp pi j cc j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
280 and more pleasing to God, than the dull and common way of Faith and Obedience. After the Apostles decease, the corruptions still multiplied, and more pleasing to God, than the dull and Common Way of Faith and obedience. After the Apostles decease, the corruptions still multiplied, cc av-dc j-vvg p-acp np1, cs dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. p-acp dt n2 n1, dt n2 av vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
281 and any new pretence to Revelations and Mysteries, especially being joined with greater Abstinence and severity of Life, took wonderfully among weak and injudicious Christians, and any new pretence to Revelations and Mysteres, especially being joined with greater Abstinence and severity of Life, took wonderfully among weak and injudicious Christians, cc d j n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, av-j vbg vvn p-acp jc n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvd av-j p-acp j cc j np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
282 and made them apt to despise the Churches Devotions, as too cold and flat, and not having that Life and Spirit, that Strictness and Austerity which appeared among the new pretenders. and made them apt to despise the Churches Devotions, as too cold and flat, and not having that Life and Spirit, that Strictness and Austerity which appeared among the new pretenders. cc vvd pno32 j pc-acp vvi dt n2 n2, c-acp av j-jn cc j, cc xx vhg d n1 cc n1, cst n1 cc n1 r-crq vvd p-acp dt j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
283 What disturbance on this account did the Spirit of Montanus give to the Churches of Phrygia, Galatia, and Cappadocia? The meer pretence to Revelation had never done it, had it not been for the stricter Laws of Fasting and Mortification, and greater Severity of Discipline than was used in the Catholick Church. What disturbance on this account did the Spirit of Montanus give to the Churches of Phrygia, Galatia, and Cappadocia? The mere pretence to Revelation had never done it, had it not been for the Stricter Laws of Fasting and Mortification, and greater Severity of Discipline than was used in the Catholic Church. q-crq n1 p-acp d n1 vdd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1? dt j n1 p-acp n1 vhd av vdi pn31, vhd pn31 xx vbn p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f vvg cc n1, cc jc n1 pp-f n1 av vbds vvn p-acp dt njp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
284 It was this which made Tertullian swallow the bait he had despised before; It was this which made Tertullian swallow the bait he had despised before; pn31 vbds d r-crq vvd np1 vvb dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn a-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
285 and the force of all his Arguments against the Church is, we are stricter than you. and the force of all his Arguments against the Church is, we Are Stricter than you. cc dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 vbz, pns12 vbr jc cs pn22. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
286 But notwithstanding all these pretences, the Christian Church still kept it self within its bounds, making nothing necessary to Salvation, But notwithstanding all these pretences, the Christian Church still kept it self within its bounds, making nothing necessary to Salvation, p-acp a-acp d d n2, dt njp n1 av vvd pn31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvg pix j p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
287 but what Christ and his Apostles had made so; but what christ and his Apostles had made so; cc-acp r-crq np1 cc po31 n2 vhd vvn av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
288 yet recommending the Practice of Fasting, as there were just Occasions, especially before the great solemnity of Easter; wherein both the Sacraments were administred with more than ordinary Devotion, and the Penitents reconciled to the Communion of the Church. yet recommending the Practice of Fasting, as there were just Occasions, especially before the great solemnity of Easter; wherein both the Sacraments were administered with more than ordinary Devotion, and the Penitents reconciled to the Communion of the Church. av vvg dt n1 pp-f vvg, c-acp a-acp vbdr j n2, av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; c-crq d dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dc cs j n1, cc dt n2-jn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
289 If we look at this day into the state of the Christian World; how great a part of it is relapsed into almost Heathen Superstitions, in the Worship of Images, and Saints, and Angels as Mediators? and no great difference in the outward Solemnities and Processions, save that their Sacrifices are turned into a Consecrated Wafer, which is carried in Procession, as the Heathen Gods were wont to be. If we look At this day into the state of the Christian World; how great a part of it is relapsed into almost Heathen Superstitions, in the Worship of Images, and Saints, and Angels as Mediators? and no great difference in the outward Solemnities and Procession, save that their Sacrifices Are turned into a Consecrated Wafer, which is carried in Procession, as the Heathen God's were wont to be. cs pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1; c-crq j dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn p-acp av j-jn n2, p-acp dt vvb pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n2 c-acp n2? cc dx j n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2, p-acp d po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt j-jn n2 vbdr j pc-acp vbi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
290 It is true, there are great pretences to Will-worship, and Humility, and neglecting the Body in several Orders of Men; It is true, there Are great pretences to Will-worship, and Humility, and neglecting the Body in several Order of Men; pn31 vbz j, pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp j vvb pp-f n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
291 and those are looked on as ways of greater perfection, than living in the World, and doing good in it. and those Are looked on as ways of greater perfection, than living in the World, and doing good in it. cc d vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f jc n1, cs vvg p-acp dt n1, cc vdg j p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
292 Which we have no reason to think agreeable to the Doctrine of Christ or our Apostle here. Which we have no reason to think agreeable to the Doctrine of christ or our Apostle Here. r-crq pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po12 n1 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
293 But where there is not only Sanctity and Merit, placed in such observations, but Supererogation too, they flatly contradict St Paul; for if that be true, these things have far more than the shew of Wisdom; for what wiser thing can any man do, But where there is not only Sanctity and Merit, placed in such observations, but Supererogation too, they flatly contradict Saint Paul; for if that be true, these things have Far more than the show of Wisdom; for what Wiser thing can any man do, p-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz xx av-j n1 cc n1, vvn p-acp d n2, cc-acp n1 av, pns32 av-j vvi zz np1; c-acp cs d vbb j, d n2 vhb av-j av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp r-crq jc n1 vmb d n1 vdb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
294 than not only to provide for his own Salvation, but for others too? than not only to provide for his own Salvation, but for Others too? cs xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp p-acp n2-jn av? (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
295 In the Eastern Churches, the best part, I fear, of their remaining Christianity, lies in the strict observing the Fasts and Feasts of the Church. They mightily despise the Fasting practised in the Roman Church, as not deserving the name of Fasting, because they end it at noon, In the Eastern Churches, the best part, I Fear, of their remaining Christianity, lies in the strict observing the Fasts and Feasts of the Church. They mightily despise the Fasting practised in the Roman Church, as not deserving the name of Fasting, Because they end it At noon, p-acp dt j n2, dt js n1, pns11 vvb, pp-f po32 j-vvg np1, vvz p-acp dt j vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. pns32 av-j vvi dt vvg vvn p-acp dt np1 n1, c-acp xx vvg dt n1 pp-f vvg, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
296 and allow Wine and Fish for their repasts. Although it is said that of late the Greeks break the strict Fast at noon; and allow Wine and Fish for their repasts. Although it is said that of late the Greeks break the strict Fast At noon; cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2. cs pn31 vbz vvn d pp-f av-j dt np1 vvb dt j av-j p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
297 but in St. Chrys. and St. Basils time they accounted it no Fast wherein they did not totally abstain till night. but in Saint Chrys. and Saint Basils time they accounted it no Fast wherein they did not totally abstain till night. p-acp p-acp n1 np1 cc n1 npg1 n1 pns32 vvd pn31 dx j c-crq pns32 vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
298 The more Eastern Christians allow neither Fish, nor Wine, nor Oyl in their Lents, and they keep more in the Year than the Latin Church The more Eastern Christians allow neither Fish, nor Wine, nor Oil in their Lents, and they keep more in the Year than the Latin Church dt av-dc j np1 vvb dx n1, ccx n1, ccx n1 p-acp po32 np1, cc pns32 vvb av-dc p-acp dt n1 cs dt jp n1 (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
299 In the Church of England, which approacheth nearest of any in the World to the Primitive Church, the Duty of Fasting is recommended upon its true Grounds, not as though there were any peculiar Sanctity or Merit in it, which are Superstitious Conceits, In the Church of England, which Approaches nearest of any in the World to the Primitive Church, the Duty of Fasting is recommended upon its true Grounds, not as though there were any peculiar Sanctity or Merit in it, which Are Superstitious Conceits, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz av-js pp-f d p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f vvg vbz vvn p-acp po31 j n2, xx c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr d j n1 cc vvb p-acp pn31, r-crq vbr j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
300 but to keep the Body in Subjection to the Spirit. It lays no snares upon the Consciences of Men; but to keep the Body in Subjection to the Spirit. It lays no snares upon the Consciences of Men; cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. pn31 vvz dx n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
301 it gives no Countenance to hypocritical pretences to Fasting; but it sets before us the example and practice of the Primitive Church, and according to the temper and Moderation then used, leaves persons to judge of their own strength, occasions, times, manner and degrees of Fasting; excepting the Fast on good Friday or the true ANtepaschal Fast (which some kept longer than others) which Tertullian saith, was universally observed by the Christian Church, as a necessary Fast, it gives no Countenance to hypocritical pretences to Fasting; but it sets before us the Exampl and practice of the Primitive Church, and according to the temper and Moderation then used, leaves Persons to judge of their own strength, occasions, times, manner and Degrees of Fasting; excepting the Fast on good Friday or the true ANtepaschal Fast (which Some kept longer than Others) which Tertullian Says, was universally observed by the Christian Church, as a necessary Fast, pn31 vvz dx n1 p-acp j n2 p-acp vvg; p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 av vvn, vvz n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f po32 d n1, n2, n2, n1 cc n2 pp-f vvg; vvg dt av-j p-acp j np1 cc dt j np1 av-j (r-crq d vvd jc cs n2-jn) r-crq np1 vvz, vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt njp n1, c-acp dt j av-j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
302 and had been so from the Apostles times; and had been so from the Apostles times; cc vhd vbn av p-acp dt n2 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
303 but as to other times a greater liberty was allowed, Laxus ac liber modus abstinendi Ponitur cunctis; neque nos severus Terror impellit; sua quemque cogit velle Potestas. but as to other times a greater liberty was allowed, Laxus ac liber modus abstinendi Ponitur cunctis; neque nos severus Terror impellit; sua quemque cogit velle Potestas. p-acp c-acp p-acp j-jn n2 dt jc n1 vbds vvn, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
304 Yet even this Church, that is so wise, so moderate, cannot escape the charge of Will-worship and Superstition, for the Orders that are observed in it. Yet even this Church, that is so wise, so moderate, cannot escape the charge of Will-worship and Superstition, for the Order that Are observed in it. av av d n1, cst vbz av j, av j, vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt vvb cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
305 But wherein is it that we are liable to this charge? Do we make the Orders of the Church any parts of our Religion? Or think that God is any otherwise displeased with others violation of them, But wherein is it that we Are liable to this charge? Do we make the Order of the Church any parts of our Religion? Or think that God is any otherwise displeased with Others violation of them, p-acp q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns12 vbr j p-acp d n1? vdb pns12 vvi dt vvb pp-f dt n1 d n2 pp-f po12 n1? cc vvb cst np1 vbz d av vvn p-acp ng2-jn n1 pp-f pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
306 than as it argues a froward, restless, unpeaceable Spirit? But what is it then? God, say they, hath not commanded these things, than as it argues a froward, restless, unpeaceable Spirit? But what is it then? God, say they, hath not commanded these things, cs c-acp pn31 vvz dt j, j, j n1? p-acp r-crq vbz pn31 av? np1, vvb pns32, vhz xx vvn d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
307 therefore they are Will-worship and Superstition. Therefore they Are Will-worship and Superstition. av pns32 vbr n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
308 This is an Objection, which for the honour of our Church I must remove, before I proceed to what remains. This is an Objection, which for the honour of our Church I must remove, before I proceed to what remains. d vbz dt n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 pns11 vmb vvi, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp r-crq vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
309 The true Case among us is this, The Church appoints such Orders to be observed in it, which have no express command in Scripture; some utterly refuse them as unlawful, though no where forbidden in Scripture; The true Case among us is this, The Church appoints such Order to be observed in it, which have no express command in Scripture; Some utterly refuse them as unlawful, though no where forbidden in Scripture; dt j n1 p-acp pno12 vbz d, dt n1 vvz d vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, r-crq vhb dx j vvi p-acp n1; d av-j vvi pno32 c-acp j, c-acp dx c-crq vvn p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
310 the Question is, Whether of these two sorts, those who practise according to these Orders, or those who utterly refuse, are liable to the charge of Will-worship and Superstition? the Question is, Whither of these two sorts, those who practise according to these Order, or those who utterly refuse, Are liable to the charge of Will-worship and Superstition? dt n1 vbz, cs pp-f d crd n2, d r-crq vvb vvg p-acp d n1, cc d r-crq av-j vvb, vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
311 To clear this, we must state the notion of Will-worship and Superstition as they are here used by the Apostle, To clear this, we must state the notion of Will-worship and Superstition as they Are Here used by the Apostle, pc-acp vvi d, pns12 vmb n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
312 and then apply it to the present Case. and then apply it to the present Case. cc av vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
313 (1.) Will-worship I have shew'd, is nothing but a forwardness to do something that relates to the pleasing of God; (1.) Will-worship I have showed, is nothing but a forwardness to do something that relates to the pleasing of God; (crd) n1 pns11 vhb vvn, vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi pi cst vvz p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
314 and is said by the Apostle to have a shew of Wisdom, and therefore can be no more evil in it self, and is said by the Apostle to have a show of Wisdom, and Therefore can be no more evil in it self, cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av vmb vbi dx av-dc j-jn p-acp pn31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
315 than Humility, or neglecting the Body; but whether it be good or evil is to be determin'd by circumstances. than Humility, or neglecting the Body; but whither it be good or evil is to be determined by Circumstances. cs n1, cc vvg dt n1; p-acp cs pn31 vbb j cc n-jn vbz pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
316 (2.) Those circumstances which make it ill are, when men make those things a part of their Religion, which God hath neither commanded nor forbidden; (2.) Those Circumstances which make it ill Are, when men make those things a part of their Religion, which God hath neither commanded nor forbidden; (crd) d n2 r-crq vvb pn31 av-jn vbr, c-crq n2 vvb d n2 dt vvb pp-f po32 n1, r-crq np1 vhz dx vvd ccx vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
317 and think God is pleased with their meer doing or abstaining from doing them, and this is true Superstition. For there are two things necessary to the Notion of it. and think God is pleased with their mere doing or abstaining from doing them, and this is true Superstition. For there Are two things necessary to the Notion of it. cc vvb np1 vbz vvn p-acp po32 j vdg cc vvg p-acp vdg pno32, cc d vbz j n1. c-acp a-acp vbr crd n2 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
318 1. That the matter about which it is conversant relate to the pleasing of God. Superstition I grant, hath been taken by Plutarch and others from him, 1. That the matter about which it is conversant relate to the pleasing of God. Superstition I grant, hath been taken by Plutarch and Others from him, crd cst dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1. n1 pns11 vvb, vhz vbn vvn p-acp ng1 cc n2-jn p-acp pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
319 for a dreadful apprehension of the Deity; but that is rather the foundation of Superstition, than the definition of it. for a dreadful apprehension of the Deity; but that is rather the Foundation of Superstition, than the definition of it. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; p-acp d vbz av-c dt n1 pp-f n1, cs dt n1 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
320 For a Superstitious Man doth both think God to be angry without just cause, and beyond reason; For a Superstitious Man does both think God to be angry without just cause, and beyond reason; p-acp dt j n1 vdz d vvi np1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp j n1, cc p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
321 and to be pleased again without reason. If he thought God inexorable upon his Displeasure, he must presently despair; and to be pleased again without reason. If he Thought God inexorable upon his Displeasure, he must presently despair; cc pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp n1. cs pns31 vvd np1 j p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb av-j vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
322 but because he thinks he may be easily pleased again, therefore he bethinks himself in what way he may best do it; but Because he thinks he may be Easily pleased again, Therefore he bethinks himself in what Way he may best do it; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vbi av-j vvn av, av pns31 vvz px31 p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmb av-j vdi pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
323 and so devises several ways of his own, and useth any means suggested by others, though never so unreasonable in themselves, in hopes to please God by them. and so devises several ways of his own, and uses any means suggested by Others, though never so unreasonable in themselves, in hope's to please God by them. cc av vvz j n2 pp-f po31 d, cc vvz d n2 vvn p-acp n2-jn, cs av-x av j p-acp px32, p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
324 Thence Plutarch mentions such Mens, NONLATINALPHABET, uncouth ways of Worship; and he observes, that at the same time, NONLATINALPHABET, they flatter and reproach God; Thence Plutarch mentions such Men's,, uncouth ways of Worship; and he observes, that At the same time,, they flatter and reproach God; np1 np1 n2 d ng2,, j n2 pp-f n1; cc pns31 vvz, cst p-acp dt d n1,, pns32 vvb cc n1 np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
325 they think unworthily of him, as of one that is NONLATINALPHABET very easily provoked; and yet that he is NONLATINALPHABET, as easily changed; and that is the reason why a Superstitious fear puts men upon finding out any ways and methods to please him, though never so unreasonable; they think unworthily of him, as of one that is very Easily provoked; and yet that he is, as Easily changed; and that is the reason why a Superstitious Fear puts men upon finding out any ways and methods to please him, though never so unreasonable; pns32 vvb av-j pp-f pno31, c-acp pp-f pi cst vbz av av-j vvn; cc av cst pns31 vbz, c-acp av-j vvn; cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq dt j n1 vvz n2 p-acp vvg av d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, cs av-x av j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
326 for they looking upon God as a peevish, angry, humoursome Being, they have no certain Rule to judge what will please him, for they looking upon God as a peevish, angry, humoursome Being, they have no certain Rule to judge what will please him, c-acp pns32 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt j, j, j vbg, pns32 vhb dx j n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vvi pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
327 and therefore follow their own fancy and imagination about it. and Therefore follow their own fancy and imagination about it. cc av vvb po32 d n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
328 2. That they be mistaken in their judgment concerning what they believe to be pleasing to God, that is, that they judge that to be so, which really is not. 2. That they be mistaken in their judgement Concerning what they believe to be pleasing to God, that is, that they judge that to be so, which really is not. crd cst pns32 vbb vvn p-acp po32 n1 vvg r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp np1, cst vbz, cst pns32 vvb cst pc-acp vbi av, r-crq av-j vbz xx. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
329 So Superstition is an excess or overdoing in the matter of Worship; So Superstition is an excess or overdoing in the matter of Worship; av n1 vbz dt n1 cc j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
330 that which doth modum legitimum cultus superstare & excedere, saith Vossius; which Etymology he thinks much better than any other. that which does modum legitimum cultus superstare & excedere, Says Voss; which Etymology he thinks much better than any other. cst r-crq vdz fw-la fw-la fw-la vvi cc fw-la, vvz np1; r-crq n1 pns31 vvz d jc cs d n-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
331 Cicero saith, that Religion is pius cultus, Superstition timor inanis Deorum; i. e. one is a reasonable, the other an unreasonable Worship. Cicero Says, that Religion is Pius cultus, Superstition timor inanis Gods; i. e. one is a reasonable, the other an unreasonable Worship. np1 vvz, cst n1 vbz fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la; uh. sy. crd vbz dt j, dt j-jn dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
332 So A. Gellius saith, it is inepta & importuna Religio; a foolish and troublesome Religion. So A. Gellius Says, it is inepta & importuna Religio; a foolish and troublesome Religion. np1 np1 np1 vvz, pn31 vbz fw-la cc fw-la fw-la; dt j cc j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
333 Festus applies it to those things which are done, praeter morem Civitatis; against the Custom prescribed by Law. Festus Applies it to those things which Are done, praeter morem Civitatis; against the Custom prescribed by Law. np1 vvz pn31 p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vdn, fw-la fw-la fw-la; p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
334 As those of the Church of Rome do, to things done against the commands of the Church: and so not fasting upon Saturdays, and fasting upon Sundays are both Superstitious in their account; As those of the Church of Rome do, to things done against the commands of the Church: and so not fasting upon Saturdays, and fasting upon Sundays Are both Superstitious in their account; p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vdb, p-acp n2 vdn p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1: cc av xx vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp np1 vbr d j p-acp po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
335 but all the Trumpery of the Mass, and Follies of their Worship are by no means Superstitious, because required by the Church. but all the Trumpery of the Mass, and Follies of their Worship Are by no means Superstitious, Because required by the Church. cc-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f po32 n1 vbr p-acp dx n2 j, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
336 Which however helps us with a good argument to prove that the Worship of Images, and Saints, and Angels are required by their Church; or else by their own confession they must be Superstitious. But their Divines do all agree with Aquinas, that men may be guilty of Superstition in the Worship of the true God; i. e. Which however helps us with a good argument to prove that the Worship of Images, and Saints, and Angels Are required by their Church; or Else by their own Confessi they must be Superstitious. But their Divines do all agree with Aquinas, that men may be guilty of Superstition in the Worship of the true God; i. e. r-crq a-acp vvz pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1; cc av p-acp po32 d n1 pns32 vmb vbi j. p-acp po32 n2-jn vdb d vvi p-acp np1, cst n2 vmb vbi j pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1; sy. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
337 when men make choice of something unfit or unreasonable to express their Worship of God. when men make choice of something unfit or unreasonable to express their Worship of God. c-crq n2 vvb n1 pp-f pi j cc j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
338 And Suarez quotes Cajetan, as allowing this Text to be extended to all Superstitious Worship not founded in right reason. And Suarez quotes Cajetan, as allowing this Text to be extended to all Superstitious Worship not founded in right reason. cc np1 vvz jp, p-acp vvg d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 xx vvn p-acp j-jn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
339 And Cajetan upon the place saith, that although they have a shew of Wisdom; yet not in any honour, saith he, i. e. they deserve no esteem, being only for the satisfying of the flesh: i. e. And Cajetan upon the place Says, that although they have a show of Wisdom; yet not in any honour, Says he, i. e. they deserve no esteem, being only for the satisfying of the Flesh: i. e. cc jp p-acp dt n1 vvz, cst cs pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1; av xx p-acp d n1, vvz pns31, sy. sy. pns32 vvb dx n1, vbg av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1: uh. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
340 of a carnal desire as to these external observations. of a carnal desire as to these external observations. pp-f dt j n1 c-acp p-acp d j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
341 (3.) The Superstition here condemned, lay in the supposing God to be pleased with the forbearance of lawful things; (3.) The Superstition Here condemned, lay in the supposing God to be pleased with the forbearance of lawful things; (crd) dt n1 av vvn, vvd p-acp dt vvg np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
342 touch not, taste not, handle not. touch not, taste not, handle not. vvb xx, vvb xx, vvb xx. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
343 Which if we understand either of Meats or Marriage, was a forbearance of things in themselves lawful; Which if we understand either of Meats or Marriage, was a forbearance of things in themselves lawful; r-crq cs pns12 vvb av-d pp-f n2 cc n1, vbds dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp px32 j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
344 but they supposed God would be far better pleased with their forbearance of them. but they supposed God would be Far better pleased with their forbearance of them. cc-acp pns32 vvd np1 vmd vbi av-j jc vvn p-acp po32 n1 pp-f pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
345 I do not say, it is Superstition for any man to abstain from doing what he apprehends to be unlawful by vertue of a general command: I do not say, it is Superstition for any man to abstain from doing what he apprehends to be unlawful by virtue of a general command: pns11 vdb xx vvi, pn31 vbz n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp vdg r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
346 For that is a Moral Duty, and obedience to those places of Scripture which bid us abstain from all kind and appearance of evil. For that is a Moral Duty, and Obedience to those places of Scripture which bid us abstain from all kind and appearance of evil. c-acp d vbz dt j n1, cc n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
347 But yet it is plain here was a Negative Superstition in the forbearance of lawful things: But yet it is plain Here was a Negative Superstition in the forbearance of lawful things: p-acp av pn31 vbz j av vbds dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
348 And so it was in the dispute between Christ and the Pharisees about healing on the Sabbath Day; they thought it unlawful: And so it was in the dispute between christ and the Pharisees about healing on the Sabbath Day; they Thought it unlawful: cc av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 cc dt np2 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 n1; pns32 vvd pn31 j: (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
349 Christ declares it to be lawful to do good on the Sabbath Days. Here was no positive observance on the Pharisees part; christ declares it to be lawful to do good on the Sabbath Days. Here was no positive observance on the Pharisees part; np1 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vdi j p-acp dt n1 n2. av vbds dx j n1 p-acp dt np1 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
350 Yet here was Superstition in them; Yet Here was Superstition in them; av av vbds n1 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
351 and therefore the true notion of Superstition doth extend to the forbearance of things in themselves lawful as displeasing to God. and Therefore the true notion of Superstition does extend to the forbearance of things in themselves lawful as displeasing to God. cc av dt j n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp px32 j p-acp vvg p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
352 But how shall we know, when such a forbearance is Superstitious? By these Rules: 1. If such a forbearance be thought to bring some special honour to God. But how shall we know, when such a forbearance is Superstitious? By these Rules: 1. If such a forbearance be Thought to bring Some special honour to God. cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi, c-crq d dt n1 vbz j? p-acp d n2: crd cs d dt n1 vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
353 For then, even Dr. Ames himself grants it to be Superstition, to abstain from lawful things though accounted unlawful by the Persons who abstain; For then, even Dr. Ames himself grants it to be Superstition, to abstain from lawful things though accounted unlawful by the Persons who abstain; p-acp av, av n1 np1 px31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 cs vvn j p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb; (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
354 when some singular service and honour is by that abstinence intended: For then he grants it to be a kind of Ceremonious Worship. when Some singular service and honour is by that abstinence intended: For then he grants it to be a kind of Ceremonious Worship. c-crq d j n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp d n1 vvd: c-acp cs pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
355 The question then is, when this case happens; The question then is, when this case happens; dt n1 av vbz, c-crq d n1 vvz; (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
356 for our Abstinence from Popish or Mahumetan Superstitions, is not any special Act of Service, or Honour to God. for our Abstinence from Popish or Mahometan Superstitions, is not any special Act of Service, or Honour to God. p-acp po12 n1 p-acp j cc jp n2, vbz xx d j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
357 But if we lived where those Acts of Worship were required by lawful Authority; But if we lived where those Acts of Worship were required by lawful authority; p-acp cs pns12 vvd c-crq d n2 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn p-acp j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
358 and we refused to comply with them, that would be a special Act of Honour and Worship to God; and we refused to comply with them, that would be a special Act of Honour and Worship to God; cc pns12 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cst vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
359 it being a declaration of our Minds, that we thought God dishonoured by such Acts, and therefore durst not comply with them. it being a declaration of our Minds, that we Thought God dishonoured by such Acts, and Therefore durst not comply with them. pn31 vbg dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cst pns12 vvd np1 vvn p-acp d n2, cc av vvd xx vvi p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
360 It was once a great Question among the Papists, whether they might lawfully come to our Churches, or not; It was once a great Question among the Papists, whither they might lawfully come to our Churches, or not; pn31 vbds a-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt njp2, cs pns32 vmd av-j vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc xx; (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
361 and if not to our Prayers and Sacraments, yet to our Sermons, to avoid the severe Penalties of the Laws. and if not to our Prayers and Sacraments, yet to our Sermons, to avoid the severe Penalties of the Laws. cc cs xx p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, av p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
362 And after great debate both by a Committee of the Council of Trent, and afterwards at Rome; it was resolved in the Negative, upon this Reason, And After great debate both by a Committee of the Council of Trent, and afterwards At Room; it was resolved in the Negative, upon this Reason, cc p-acp j n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av p-acp vvb; pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j-jn, p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
363 because in our Circumstances, it was signum distinctivum cultûs, a mark of distinction as to Religious Worship, and therefore it was an Act of special honour and service to God to forbear. Because in our circumstances, it was signum distinctivum cultûs, a mark of distinction as to Religious Worship, and Therefore it was an Act of special honour and service to God to forbear. c-acp p-acp po12 n2, pn31 vbds fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp p-acp j n1, cc av pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
364 To abstain from pouring out Wine, and throwing Incense in the fire, is in it self no Act of Worship; To abstain from pouring out Wine, and throwing Incense in the fire, is in it self no Act of Worship; p-acp vvi p-acp vvg av n1, cc vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp pn31 n1 dx n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
365 but when the Heathen Emperours commanded the Christians to do it, in token of compliance with their Religion; but when the Heathen emperors commanded the Christians to do it, in token of compliance with their Religion; cc-acp c-crq dt j-jn n2 vvd dt np1 pc-acp vdi pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
366 their abstaining then from it, was a singular Act of Worship to God. their abstaining then from it, was a singular Act of Worship to God. po32 vvg av p-acp pn31, vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
367 So in the present Case, when men are required by lawful Authority, to do things which in themselves are lawful, to testifie their union and conjunction with us in Religion; So in the present Case, when men Are required by lawful authority, to do things which in themselves Are lawful, to testify their Union and conjunction with us in Religion; av p-acp dt j n1, c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n1, pc-acp vdi n2 r-crq p-acp px32 vbr j, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
368 their refusal in this Case is a special Act of Worship; and being without Ground, is nothing else but Superstition. their refusal in this Case is a special Act of Worship; and being without Ground, is nothing Else but Superstition. po32 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1; cc vbg p-acp n1, vbz pix av cc-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
369 2. When men value and esteem themselves as more holy and more in the favour of God on the account of such forbearance. 2. When men valve and esteem themselves as more holy and more in the favour of God on the account of such forbearance. crd c-crq n2 vvb cc vvi px32 p-acp av-dc j cc av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
370 As the Pharisees did on the account of their Traditions, who believed that God had no such people upon Earth as they were; As the Pharisees did on the account of their Traditions, who believed that God had no such people upon Earth as they were; p-acp dt np1 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vvd cst np1 vhd dx d n1 p-acp n1 c-acp pns32 vbdr; (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
371 and despised others who were far nearer to the Kingdom of God than themselves, as mere Publicans and Sinners. And it is very natural to Mankind to set a great value upon themselves, and despised Others who were Far nearer to the Kingdom of God than themselves, as mere Publicans and Sinners. And it is very natural to Mankind to Set a great valve upon themselves, cc vvn n2-jn r-crq vbdr av-j jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cs px32, c-acp j ng1 cc n2. cc pn31 vbz av j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp px32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
372 for the sake of their affected singularities in Religion; for the sake of their affected singularities in Religion; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j-vvn n2 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
373 and in a transport of pride and vanity, to tell God himself, as the Pharisee did, That they are not like other Men: and in a transport of pride and vanity, to tell God himself, as the Pharisee did, That they Are not like other Men: cc p-acp dt vvi pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi np1 px31, c-acp dt np1 vdd, cst pns32 vbr xx av-j j-jn n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
374 But this is a certain sign, whatfoever they pretend, that they look on the forbearance of the things which others do, But this is a certain Signen, whatfoever they pretend, that they look on the forbearance of the things which Others do, p-acp d vbz dt j n1, av pns32 vvb, cst pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq n2-jn vdb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
375 as a part of Holiness; and if they do so, it is undoubtedly Superstition. For, on this ground we charge the Papists with Superstition in their Ceremonies, because they place holiness in them. as a part of Holiness; and if they do so, it is undoubtedly Superstition. For, on this ground we charge the Papists with Superstition in their Ceremonies, Because they place holiness in them. c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc cs pns32 vdb av, pn31 vbz av-j n1. p-acp, p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb dt njp2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb n1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
376 It is true, they say they are the Instruments to convey some degrees of holiness to them; It is true, they say they Are the Instruments to convey Some Degrees of holiness to them; pn31 vbz j, pns32 vvb pns32 vbr dt n2 pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
377 but this makes no material difference; but this makes no material difference; cc-acp d vvz dx j-jn n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
378 for those who account themselves more in God's esteem for the sake of such things, do attribute some real efficacy to such distinctive Characters of themselves, for those who account themselves more in God's esteem for the sake of such things, do attribute Some real efficacy to such distinctive Characters of themselves, p-acp d r-crq vvb px32 n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, vdb vvi d j n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f px32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
379 as to the obtaining the favour of God. as to the obtaining the favour of God. c-acp p-acp dt vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
380 3. When they forbear necessary Duties of Religion rather than comply with others in lawful things, 3. When they forbear necessary Duties of Religion rather than comply with Others in lawful things, crd c-crq pns32 vvb j n2 pp-f n1 av-c cs vvi p-acp n2-jn p-acp j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
381 as Communion with the Church they live in, in Prayers and Sacraments: which cannot be denied to be necessary Duties; as Communion with the Church they live in, in Prayers and Sacraments: which cannot be denied to be necessary Duties; c-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp, p-acp n2 cc n2: r-crq vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
382 but if men resolve rather to forbear these, than to join in such Ceremonies and Prayers as do accompany the performance of them, it is a sign they prefer the following their own imaginations before the joining in Communion with the Church in the most unquestionable Duties of Religion: but if men resolve rather to forbear these, than to join in such Ceremonies and Prayers as do accompany the performance of them, it is a Signen they prefer the following their own Imaginations before the joining in Communion with the Church in the most unquestionable Duties of Religion: cc-acp cs n2 n1 av-c pc-acp vvi d, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp vdb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns32 vvb dt vvg po32 d n2 p-acp dt vvg p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
383 As in the Case of the Encratitae of old, who thought it unlawful to taste of Wine; As in the Case of the Encratites of old, who Thought it unlawful to taste of Wine; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 pp-f j, r-crq vvd pn31 j pc-acp vvi pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
384 and therefore refused to communicate in the Eucharist, unless they might have it in Water alone. and Therefore refused to communicate in the Eucharist, unless they might have it in Water alone. cc av vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pns32 vmd vhi pn31 p-acp n1 av-j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
385 Was not this a great Superstition in them, rather to forbear communicating with the Church, than not to observe their own fancies in what they thought most pleasing to God, Was not this a great Superstition in them, rather to forbear communicating with the Church, than not to observe their own fancies in what they Thought most pleasing to God, vbds xx d dt j n1 p-acp pno32, av-c pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n1, cs xx pc-acp vvi po32 d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd av-ds j-vvg p-acp np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
386 as to the manner of doing it? Now to apply this to our own Case. as to the manner of doing it? Now to apply this to our own Case. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f vdg pn31? av pc-acp vvi d p-acp po12 d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
387 We are often blamed for laying too great weight on the Ceremonies of this Church. But certainly, never any Church laid less weight upon its own Orders, supposing that it believes them to be just and reasonable. We Are often blamed for laying too great weight on the Ceremonies of this Church. But Certainly, never any Church laid less weight upon its own Order, supposing that it believes them to be just and reasonable. pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp vvg av j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1. cc-acp av-j, av-x d n1 vvd dc n1 p-acp po31 d n1, vvg cst pn31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vbi j cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
388 It places no holiness, no merit, no efficacy in them, as to the obtaining the Grace and Favour of God: It places no holiness, no merit, no efficacy in them, as to the obtaining the Grace and Favour of God: pn31 vvz dx n1, dx vvi, dx n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp dt vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
389 It expects obedience only for Order and Peace-sake; It hath taken great care by Prefaces and Canons and Rubricks, to prevent any misinterpretation of its intention and design. It expects Obedience only for Order and Peace-sake; It hath taken great care by Prefaces and Canonas and Rubrics, to prevent any misinterpretation of its intention and Design. pn31 vvz n1 av-j p-acp vvb cc n1; pn31 vhz vvn j n1 p-acp vvz cc n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
390 But on the other side, those who dissent from us, lay so great weight on their scruples, that they will rather hazard breaking a Church in pieces, ruining our Religion by our differences, losing all the benefit of Communion with a Church, whose Doctrine they approve in all the Duties of religious Worship; But on the other side, those who dissent from us, lay so great weight on their scruples, that they will rather hazard breaking a Church in Pieces, ruining our Religion by our differences, losing all the benefit of Communion with a Church, whose Doctrine they approve in all the Duties of religious Worship; cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, d r-crq vvb p-acp pno12, vvb av j n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb av-c vvi vvg dt n1 p-acp n2, vvg po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvg d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, rg-crq n1 pns32 vvb p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
391 than they will yield to the allowance of those circumstances of our Communion which our Church requires. than they will yield to the allowance of those Circumstances of our Communion which our Church requires. cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f po12 n1 r-crq po12 n1 vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
392 And now on which side the charge of Superstition more justly lyes, let all that are impartial judge. And now on which side the charge of Superstition more justly lies, let all that Are impartial judge. cc av p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 av-dc av-j vvz, vvb d cst vbr j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
393 So much I thought necessary on this Occasion to speak, in vindication of our Church from this common imputation of Superstition, by those who so little understand what it means. So much I Thought necessary on this Occasion to speak, in vindication of our Church from this Common imputation of Superstition, by those who so little understand what it means. av av-d pns11 vvd j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d r-crq av av-j vvi r-crq pn31 vvz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
394 Nothing now remains, but to make Application of all to our selves. Nothing now remains, but to make Application of all to our selves. pix av vvz, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d p-acp po12 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
395 You see how much mischief the shew of Wisdom was like to do in the Apostolical Churches; let us all have a care of being deceived by it. You see how much mischief the show of Wisdom was like to do in the Apostolical Churches; let us all have a care of being deceived by it. pn22 vvb c-crq d n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds av-j pc-acp vdi p-acp dt j n2; vvb pno12 d vhb dt n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
396 It was long since observed by Menander, That things which were like Truth were more easily believed by the generality of Mankind, than Truth it self. It was long since observed by Menander, That things which were like Truth were more Easily believed by the generality of Mankind, than Truth it self. pn31 vbds av-j c-acp vvn p-acp np1, cst n2 r-crq vbdr av-j n1 vbdr av-dc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs n1 pn31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
397 So I am afraid it is about Religion, which is the Wisdom here spoken of, that which makes a great shew of it to the World, is more apt to prevail among persons of weak and well disposed Minds than true Wisdom. So I am afraid it is about Religion, which is the Wisdom Here spoken of, that which makes a great show of it to the World, is more apt to prevail among Persons of weak and well disposed Minds than true Wisdom. av pns11 vbm j pn31 vbz p-acp n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 av vvn pp-f, cst r-crq vvz dt j vvb pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f j cc av vvn n2 cs j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
398 For the shew of Wisdom strikes more upon the fancy and inclination of such Persons, than sober, calm and well-weighed Religion; For the show of Wisdom strikes more upon the fancy and inclination of such Persons, than Sobrium, Cam and well-weighed Religion; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av-dc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, cs j, j-jn cc j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
399 which seems dull and flat to those who have more warmth and zeal than judgment and discretion. which seems dull and flat to those who have more warmth and zeal than judgement and discretion. r-crq vvz j cc j p-acp d r-crq vhb dc n1 cc n1 cs n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
400 And I do not at all question, but many of the corruptions of the Christian Church came in, from an apprehended necessity of complying with the heat of some over-zealous people; And I do not At all question, but many of the corruptions of the Christian Church Come in, from an apprehended necessity of complying with the heat of Some overzealous people; cc pns11 vdb xx p-acp d n1, cc-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt njp n1 vvd p-acp, p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
401 who were not contented with the plain and excellent Religion of Jesus Christ; who were not contented with the plain and excellent Religion of jesus christ; r-crq vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1 np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
402 but they must, as they thought, heighten and improve it, till they had mixed with it the freaks of Enthusiasm, or the dotages of Superstition. but they must, as they Thought, heighten and improve it, till they had mixed with it the freaks of Enthusiasm, or the dotages of Superstition. cc-acp pns32 vmb, c-acp pns32 vvd, vvb cc vvb pn31, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn p-acp pn31 av vvz pp-f n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
403 In the Church of Rome there is in many things a shew of Wisdom, in Will-worship and Humility, and neglecting the Body; In the Church of Room there is in many things a show of Wisdom, in Will-worship and Humility, and neglecting the Body; p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb pc-acp vbz p-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvg dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
404 And in some of our Sects, that seem to abhor Will-worship so much, that for fear of it they will not give civil respect to men; And in Some of our Sects, that seem to abhor Will-worship so much, that for Fear of it they will not give civil respect to men; cc p-acp d pp-f po12 n2, cst vvb pc-acp vvi n1 av av-d, cst p-acp n1 pp-f pn31 pns32 vmb xx vvi j n1 p-acp n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
405 yet they pretend to shew of Wisdom in Humility and neglecting the Body, but after a different manner: yet they pretend to show of Wisdom in Humility and neglecting the Body, but After a different manner: av pns32 vvb p-acp vvb pp-f n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg dt n1, p-acp p-acp dt j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
406 others have a shew of Wisdom too in a wonderful, I had almost said, superstitious zeal, against what they call Will-worship and Superstition. But what is to be done in this Case? How shall we avoid being led aside by such a shew of Wisdom, on every side? I shall only lay down some Directions, and so conclude. Others have a show of Wisdom too in a wondered, I had almost said, superstitious zeal, against what they call Will-worship and Superstition. But what is to be done in this Case? How shall we avoid being led aside by such a show of Wisdom, on every side? I shall only lay down Some Directions, and so conclude. n2-jn vhb dt vvb pp-f n1 av p-acp dt j, pns11 vhd av vvn, j n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb n1 cc n1. cc-acp q-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp d n1? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi vbg vvn av p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1? pns11 vmb av-j vvi a-acp d n2, cc av vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
407 (1.) Fix a true Notion of God and the Christian Religion in your minds. (1.) Fix a true Notion of God and the Christian Religion in your minds. (crd) np1 dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc dt njp n1 p-acp po22 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
408 If you judge aright of the Divine Nature, it will ease your minds of many uneasie thoughts, troublesome fears and superstitious fancies. If you judge aright of the Divine Nature, it will ease your minds of many uneasy thoughts, troublesome fears and superstitious fancies. cs pn22 vvb av pp-f dt j-jn n1, pn31 vmb vvi po22 n2 pp-f d j n2, j n2 cc j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
409 He is not capable of being flattered or deceived by us; He is not capable of being flattered or deceived by us; pns31 vbz xx j pp-f vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12; (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
410 God is neither taken with outward appearances, nor is he pleased with any thing we do, merely because it is displeasing to our selves, The righteous God loveth righteousness; God is neither taken with outward appearances, nor is he pleased with any thing we do, merely Because it is displeasing to our selves, The righteous God loves righteousness; np1 vbz av-dx vvn p-acp j n2, ccx vbz pns31 vvn p-acp d n1 pns12 vdb, av-j c-acp pn31 vbz vvg p-acp po12 n2, dt j np1 vvz n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
411 and he is pleased best with the innocency, integrity and holiness of our hearts and lives. and he is pleased best with the innocency, integrity and holiness of our hearts and lives. cc pns31 vbz vvn js p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
412 And for the Christian Religion, take not your Notion of it from the different and uncertain opinions of Men, And for the Christian Religion, take not your Notion of it from the different and uncertain opinions of Men, cc p-acp dt njp n1, vvb xx po22 n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
413 but from the Doctrines of Christ and his Apostles. but from the Doctrines of christ and his Apostles. cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
414 Men do not read the Scriptures as they ought to do, with a design to know their Religion by them; Men do not read the Scriptures as they ought to do, with a Design to know their Religion by them; n2 vdb xx vvi dt n2 c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vdi, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
415 but to justifie what they take to be Religion from them. but to justify what they take to be Religion from them. cc-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
416 One would think it were impossible for any one that considered the sayings of Christ or his Apostles, to place his Religion in being for or against any particular Modes or Ceremonies of Worship; One would think it were impossible for any one that considered the sayings of christ or his Apostles, to place his Religion in being for or against any particular Modes or Ceremonies of Worship; pi vmd vvi pn31 vbdr j p-acp d pi cst vvd dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 cc po31 n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vbg p-acp cc p-acp d j np1 cc n2 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
417 whereby he may so easily see that it lies chiefly in an excellent temper of mind, holy, spiritual, humble, calm, peaceable, charitable, whereby he may so Easily see that it lies chiefly in an excellent temper of mind, holy, spiritual, humble, Cam, peaceable, charitable, c-crq pns31 vmb av av-j vvi cst pn31 vvz av-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, j, j, j, j-jn, j, j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
418 and a suitableness of action to this temper. and a suitableness of actium to this temper. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
419 This is so plain and easie to be understood, that he must read the New Testament with a very ill mind, that doth not find it out. This is so plain and easy to be understood, that he must read the New Testament with a very ill mind, that does not find it out. d vbz av j cc j pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j j-jn n1, cst vdz xx vvi pn31 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
420 And if you have settled this Notion of true Religion, it will be a continual Touchstone about you to judge of all Pretenders. And if you have settled this Notion of true Religion, it will be a continual Touchstone about you to judge of all Pretenders. cc cs pn22 vhb vvn d n1 pp-f j n1, pn31 vmb vbi dt j np1-n p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
421 (2.) Set not an equal value on things that are good in order to other things, that you do upon things that are good in themselves. (2.) Set not an equal valve on things that Are good in order to other things, that you do upon things that Are good in themselves. (crd) j-vvn xx dt j-jn n1 p-acp n2 cst vbr j p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cst pn22 vdb p-acp n2 cst vbr j p-acp px32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
422 For the one are but the Instruments of Religion, the other are properly the Duties of it. For the one Are but the Instruments of Religion, the other Are properly the Duties of it. p-acp dt pi vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, dt j-jn vbr av-j dt n2 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
423 He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good, viz. to do justly, and to love mercy, He hath showed thee, Oh man, what is good, viz. to do justly, and to love mercy, pns31 vhz vvn pno21, uh n1, r-crq vbz j, n1 pc-acp vdi av-j, cc pc-acp vvi n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
424 and to walk humbly with thy God. And this was spoken when very costly Sacrifices were offered instead of it; and to walk humbly with thy God. And this was spoken when very costly Sacrifices were offered instead of it; cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po21 n1. cc d vbds vvn c-crq av j n2 vbdr vvn av pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
425 no less than thousands, and ten thousands; yea the first-born, and the fruit of their Bodies. no less than thousands, and ten thousands; yea the firstborn, and the fruit of their Bodies. dx dc cs crd, cc crd crd; uh dt j, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
426 And therefore God sets a high value on these Duties, and so ought we. And Therefore God sets a high valve on these Duties, and so ought we. cc av np1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp d n2, cc av vmd pns12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
427 No one that hath any sense of Religion can despise the immediate Duties of Divine Worship; No one that hath any sense of Religion can despise the immediate Duties of Divine Worship; uh-dx crd cst vhz d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
428 it being a good Saying of Pythagoras, mention'd by Cicero and Plutarch, that we are never better than when we approach to God; it being a good Saying of Pythagoras, mentioned by Cicero and Plutarch, that we Are never better than when we approach to God; pn31 vbg dt j vvg pp-f np1, vvn p-acp np1 cc np1, cst pns12 vbr av av-jc cs c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
429 or, as Cicero expresses it, when we do rebus Divinis operam dare, are employed in the Duties of Divine Worship: or, as Cicero Expresses it, when we do rebus Divinis Operam Dare, Are employed in the Duties of Divine Worship: cc, c-acp np1 vvz pn31, c-crq pns12 vdb fw-la fw-la n1 vvb, vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
430 But yet to do good is better than Sacrifice, and to forgive an injury than the fat of Rams. But yet to do good is better than Sacrifice, and to forgive an injury than the fat of Rams. cc-acp av pc-acp vdi j vbz jc cs n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 cs dt j pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
431 It is a wise Observation of Maimonides, That the intention of the Law of God is to keep men within the just Bounds of Vertue; It is a wise Observation of Maimonides, That the intention of the Law of God is to keep men within the just Bounds of Virtue; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
432 but when men found a stronger inclination to one extreme than to another, they made use of remedies proper to reduce themselves from that extreme, by great severities towards themselves, by Watchings, but when men found a Stronger inclination to one extreme than to Another, they made use of remedies proper to reduce themselves from that extreme, by great severities towards themselves, by Watchings, cc-acp c-crq n2 vvd dt jc n1 p-acp crd j-jn av p-acp j-jn, pns32 vvd n1 pp-f n2 j pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d j-jn, p-acp j n2 p-acp px32, p-acp n2-vvg, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
433 and extraordinary Fastings, and other hardships: and extraordinary Fastings, and other hardships: cc j n2-vvg, cc j-jn n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
434 But when Fools saw Wise men do these things, they imagined presently that there was an Excellency in the things themselves, But when Fools saw Wise men do these things, they imagined presently that there was an Excellency in the things themselves, cc-acp c-crq n2 vvd j n2 vdb d n2, pns32 vvd av-j cst pc-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n2 px32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
435 and that if they did the same things, they should pass for very good men, and be highly in the favour of God. and that if they did the same things, they should pass for very good men, and be highly in the favour of God. cc cst cs pns32 vdd dt d n2, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp av j n2, cc vbi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
436 Which, saith he, is just like an ignorant Fellow, who observing the Physicians prescribing Physick to his Patients, Which, Says he, is just like an ignorant Fellow, who observing the Physicians prescribing Physic to his Patients, r-crq, vvz pns31, vbz av av-j dt j n1, r-crq vvg dt n2 vvg n1 p-acp po31 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
437 and forbidding eating to them, and finding them to recover upon it, should presently conclude, that surely it is the best way to live upon Scammony and Aloes, and forbidding eating to them, and finding them to recover upon it, should presently conclude, that surely it is the best Way to live upon Scammony and Aloes, cc vvg n-vvg p-acp pno32, cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vmd av-j vvi, cst av-j pn31 vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
438 and such like, and to keep himself with the same strictness that was prescribed to the Sick; and such like, and to keep himself with the same strictness that was prescribed to the Sick; cc d av-j, cc pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt d n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
439 which instead of preventing a Disease, would certainly bring one: which instead of preventing a Disease, would Certainly bring one: r-crq av pp-f vvg dt n1, vmd av-j vvi pi: (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
440 so, saith he, do those who use the remedies of diseased minds in a state of health, they spoil a good constitution of their souls, so, Says he, do those who use the remedies of diseased minds in a state of health, they spoil a good constitution of their Souls, av, vvz pns31, vdb d r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
441 and make it uneasie and troublesome. and make it uneasy and troublesome. cc vvi pn31 j cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
442 (3.) Judge of mens pretences, not by their outward shew and appearance, but by the Spirit and Temper that goes along with them. (3.) Judge of men's pretences, not by their outward show and appearance, but by the Spirit and Temper that Goes along with them. (crd) n1 pp-f ng2 n2, xx p-acp po32 j vvb cc n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc vvi cst vvz a-acp p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
443 This was the course the Apostle here took; This was the course the Apostle Here took; d vbds dt n1 dt n1 av vvd; (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
444 he regarded not their shew of Wisdom and great appearance of Humility and Mortification; but he pursued these things to their Fountain-Head, he regarded not their show of Wisdom and great appearance of Humility and Mortification; but he pursued these things to their Fountain-Head, pns31 vvd xx po32 vvi pp-f n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; p-acp pns31 vvd d n2 p-acp po32 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
445 and there he found nothing but spiritual pride, and vanity of mind. We must not judge easily nor rashly concerning this; and there he found nothing but spiritual pride, and vanity of mind. We must not judge Easily nor rashly Concerning this; cc a-acp pns31 vvd pix cc-acp j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. pns12 vmb xx vvi av-j ccx av-j vvg d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
446 but where the evidence is notorious, we have great reason to sleight and contemn the most sanctimonious appearance, i. e. if there be great uncharitableness and censoriousness towards all who do not comply with them; but where the evidence is notorious, we have great reason to sleight and contemn the most sanctimonious appearance, i. e. if there be great uncharitableness and censoriousness towards all who do not comply with them; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz j, pns12 vhb j n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi dt av-ds j n1, sy. sy. cs pc-acp vbi j n1 cc n1 p-acp d r-crq vdb xx vvi p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
447 great scorn and contempt of all other ways but their own; great malice and spight against all who go about to oppose them; great scorn and contempt of all other ways but their own; great malice and spite against all who go about to oppose them; j n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 p-acp po32 d; j n1 cc n1 p-acp d r-crq vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
448 where these are, whether in the Church of Rome, or elsewhere, whatever the shew of wisdom be, this wisdom descendeth not from above, where these Are, whither in the Church of Room, or elsewhere, whatever the show of Wisdom be, this Wisdom Descendeth not from above, c-crq d vbr, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvi, cc av, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbi, d n1 vvz xx p-acp a-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
449 but is earthly, sensual, devilish. But the Wisdom that is from above, is first pure, but is earthly, sensual, devilish. But the Wisdom that is from above, is First pure, cc-acp vbz j, j, j. p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp a-acp, vbz ord j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
450 then peaceable, gentle, and easie to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisie. FINIS. then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. FINIS. av j, j, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn, j pp-f n1 cc j n2, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2

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