A sermon preached before the King upon the twenty seventh of February, 1669/70 by John Lord Bishop of Chester.

Wilkins, John, 1614-1672
Publisher: Printed by A Maxwell for Sa Gellibrand
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1670
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A66059 ESTC ID: R10977 STC ID: W2210
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON Preached before the KING UPON The Twenty seventh of February, 1670: ECCLES. 12. 13. Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter; A SERMON Preached before the KING UPON The Twenty seventh of february, 1670: ECCLES. 12. 13. Let us hear the conclusion of the Whole matter; dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt crd ord pp-f np1, crd: np1. crd crd vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 Fear God, and keep his Commandments: for this is the Whole of man. fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole of man. vvb np1, cc vvi po31 n2: c-acp d vbz dt j-jn pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
2 THis Book is one of Solomon 's Philosophical Discourses, containing such principal Observations about Human Affairs, as are apt to offer themselves to the thoughts of every serious considerate man, especially concerning those things which may more immediately either promote or hinder our Happiness. THis Book is one of Solomon is Philosophical Discourses, containing such principal Observations about Human Affairs, as Are apt to offer themselves to the thoughts of every serious considerate man, especially Concerning those things which may more immediately either promote or hinder our Happiness. d n1 vbz pi pp-f np1 vbz j n2, vvg d j-jn n2 p-acp j n2, c-acp vbr j pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j j n1, av-j vvg d n2 r-crq vmb av-dc av-j av-d vvi cc vvi po12 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
3 This Text is the Conclusion which he inferrs upon the whole matter, that which is the most natural result of all such Debates and Enquiries: This Text is the Conclusion which he infers upon the Whole matter, that which is the most natural result of all such Debates and Enquiries: d n1 vbz dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst r-crq vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f d d n2 cc n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
4 In the former part he had taken into consideration those several states of life, to which men usually apply themselves for Happiness; namely, Learning and Wisdom, Mirth and Pleasures, Power and Greatness, Riches and Possessions: Each of which he doth by great variety of Arguments prove to be vanity and vexation, In the former part he had taken into consideration those several states of life, to which men usually apply themselves for Happiness; namely, Learning and Wisdom, Mirth and Pleasures, Power and Greatness, Riches and Possessions: Each of which he does by great variety of Arguments prove to be vanity and vexation, p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n1 d j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq n2 av-j vvi px32 p-acp n1; av, vvg cc n1, n1 cc n2, n1 cc n1, n2 cc n2: d pp-f r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp j n1 pp-f n2 vvb pc-acp vbi n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
5 and altogether insufficient to the End for which they are designed. and altogether insufficient to the End for which they Are designed. cc av j p-acp dt vvb p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
6 Then he takes notice of the several Accidents of life, whether they concern our Endeavours, or our Persons. Then he Takes notice of the several Accidents of life, whither they concern our Endeavours, or our Persons. av pns31 vvz n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vvb po12 n2, cc po12 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
7 1. For our Endeavours. The most likely Means are not always effectual for the attaining of their End. The utmost that Human Councils and Prudence can provide for, is to take care, 1. For our Endeavours. The most likely Means Are not always effectual for the attaining of their End. The utmost that Human Councils and Prudence can provide for, is to take care, crd p-acp po12 n2. dt av-ds j n2 vbr xx av j p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 n1 dt j cst j n2 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp, vbz pc-acp vvi n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
8 when they are to contend in a Race, that they be swifter than those who run against them; when they Are to contend in a Raze, that they be swifter than those who run against them; c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vbb jc cs d r-crq vvb p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
9 or when they are to fight a Battel, that they be stronger than those whom they are to encounter. or when they Are to fight a Battle, that they be Stronger than those whom they Are to encounter. cc c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst pns32 vbb jc cs d r-crq pns32 vbr p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
10 And yet the race is not always to the swift, nor the Battel to the strong, And yet the raze is not always to the swift, nor the Battle to the strong, cc av dt n1 vbz xx av p-acp dt j, ccx dt n1 p-acp dt j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
11 neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor favour to men of skill; neither yet bred to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor favour to men of skill; av-dx av n1 p-acp dt j, ccx av n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, ccx n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
12 but time and chance happens to them all. but time and chance happens to them all. cc-acp n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pno32 d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
13 (i.e.) There is a secret Providence which doth over-rule all those worldly events in such a manner, (i.e.) There is a secret Providence which does overrule all those worldly events in such a manner, (n1) pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 r-crq vdz vvi d d j n2 p-acp d dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
14 as is not accountable to Human Reason. as is not accountable to Human Reason. c-acp vbz xx j p-acp j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
15 Even amongst Secular Businesses, which we are apt to think most within our reach and compass, there is nothing so much under the power of the wisest Counsels and Endeavours, Even among Secular Businesses, which we Are apt to think most within our reach and compass, there is nothing so much under the power of the Wisest Counsels and Endeavours, np1 p-acp j n2, r-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi av-ds p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbz pix av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n2 cc n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
16 but that the Providence of God may interpose for the disappointing of it, and render it ineffectual. but that the Providence of God may interpose for the disappointing of it, and render it ineffectual. cc-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pn31, cc vvb pn31 j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
17 And then for those Accidents to which our Persons are liable, He observes these three things: And then for those Accidents to which our Persons Are liable, He observes these three things: cc av p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vbr j, pns31 vvz d crd n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
18 1. Our obnoxiousness of Pain and Sickness, which he stiles by the names of Wrath and Sorrow; under which, 1. Our obnoxiousness of Pain and Sickness, which he stile by the names of Wrath and Sorrow; under which, crd po12 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; p-acp r-crq, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
19 when a man lyes languishing, none of his Worldly Enjoyments will signifie any thing to him; when a man lies languishing, none of his Worldly Enjoyments will signify any thing to him; c-crq dt n1 vvz vvg, pix pp-f po31 j n2 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
20 nor will they be able to afford him any such ease or help, but that he may be thereby cut off in the midst of his days, nor will they be able to afford him any such ease or help, but that he may be thereby Cut off in the midst of his days, ccx vmb pns32 vbb j pc-acp vvi pno31 d d n1 cc vvi, cc-acp cst pns31 vmb vbi av vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
21 and then all his thoughts perish, or else waste away a great part of his life with much anguish and weariness; and then all his thoughts perish, or Else waste away a great part of his life with much anguish and weariness; cc av d po31 n2 vvi, cc av vvb av dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
22 and may sometimes, perhaps, be driven to that extremity by noisome and painful Diseases, as to chuse strangling and death, rather than life. and may sometime, perhaps, be driven to that extremity by noisome and painful Diseases, as to choose strangling and death, rather than life. cc vmb av, av, vbb vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp j cc j n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi vvg cc n1, av-c cs n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
23 2. If it be supposed, that by the strength and cheerfulness of a mans natural temper, he should escape these, 2. If it be supposed, that by the strength and cheerfulness of a men natural temper, he should escape these, crd cs pn31 vbb vvn, cst p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ng1 j n1, pns31 vmd vvi d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
24 and live many years, and rejoyce in them all; yet he must remember the days of darkness, which shall be many. and live many Years, and rejoice in them all; yet he must Remember the days of darkness, which shall be many. cc vvb d n2, cc vvi p-acp pno32 d; av pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vbi d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
25 (i.e.) Those who devote themselves to continual Mirth and Pleasure, cannot yet avoid the thought of their future estates, what shall become of them hereafter, (i.e.) Those who devote themselves to continual Mirth and Pleasure, cannot yet avoid the Thought of their future estates, what shall become of them hereafter, (n1) d r-crq vvb px32 p-acp j n1 cc n1, vmbx av vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n2, r-crq vmb vvi pp-f pno32 av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
26 when they are to depart out of this World; when they Are to depart out of this World; c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi av pp-f d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
27 but that the remembrance of this will be often thrusting into their Minds when ever they are retired and serious. but that the remembrance of this will be often thrusting into their Minds when ever they Are retired and serious. cc-acp cst dt n1 pp-f d vmb vbi av vvg p-acp po32 n2 c-crq av pns32 vbr vvn cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
28 And this being to them a dark obscure condition, concerning their well-being in which, they can have no reasonable hopes, must needs therefore be a great damp and allay to all their other Enjoyments. And this being to them a dark Obscure condition, Concerning their well-being in which, they can have no reasonable hope's, must needs Therefore be a great damp and allay to all their other Enjoyments. cc d vbg p-acp pno32 dt j j n1, vvg po32 n1 p-acp r-crq, pns32 vmb vhi dx j n2, vmb av av vbi dt j n-jn cc vvi p-acp d po32 j-jn n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
29 3. But in the third place: 3. But in the third place: crd p-acp p-acp dt ord n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
30 Suppose a man should be able to avoid sickness, and to put the trouble of these thoughts likewise far from him; Suppose a man should be able to avoid sickness, and to put the trouble of these thoughts likewise Far from him; vvb dt n1 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 av av-j p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
31 yet there is somewhat else which he cannot possibly decline, Old Age will unavoidably steal upon him, with all the infirmities of it; yet there is somewhat Else which he cannot possibly decline, Old Age will avoidable steal upon him, with all the infirmities of it; av a-acp vbz av av r-crq pns31 vmbx av-j vvi, j n1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
32 when the grinders shall be few, and appetite cease; when the grinders shall be few, and appetite cease; c-crq dt n2 vmb vbi d, cc n1 vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
33 when those who look out of the windows, shall be darkned, and the keepers of the house shall tremble: when those who look out of the windows, shall be darkened, and the keepers of the house shall tremble: c-crq d r-crq vvb av pp-f dt n2, vmb vbi vvn, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
34 when a man shall become a burden to himself, and to his Friends; when a man shall become a burden to himself, and to his Friends; c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp px31, cc p-acp po31 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
35 when those of his nearest relation, whom he hath most obliged by kindness, shall think it time for him to depart unto his long home, to creep off the Stage, when those of his nearest Relation, whom he hath most obliged by kindness, shall think it time for him to depart unto his long home, to creep off the Stage, c-crq d pp-f po31 js n1, ro-crq pns31 vhz av-ds j-vvn p-acp n1, vmb vvi pn31 n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 av-j av-an, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
36 and make room for succeeding Generations; and make room for succeeding Generations; cc vvi n1 p-acp j-vvg n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
37 and then, after a little Funeral-pomp of the Mourners going about the streets, a man shall be buried out of the way, and forgotten: and then, After a little Funeral-pomp of the Mourners going about the streets, a man shall be buried out of the Way, and forgotten: cc av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n2, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1, cc vvn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
38 For there is no remembrance of the wise, more than of the fool; seeing that which now is, in the days to come shall be forgotten. For there is no remembrance of the wise, more than of the fool; seeing that which now is, in the days to come shall be forgotten. p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f dt j, av-dc cs pp-f dt n1; vvg d r-crq av vbz, p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi vmb vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
39 Every Generation producing somewhat which seems new and strange, to take up men's talk and wonder, Every Generation producing somewhat which seems new and strange, to take up men's talk and wonder, d n1 vvg av r-crq vvz j cc j, pc-acp vvi p-acp ng2 n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
40 and to drown the memory of former Persons and Actions. and to drown the memory of former Persons and Actions. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
41 And I appeal to any rational man, Whether these are not some of the most material reflections that occurr about Human Affairs. And I appeal to any rational man, Whither these Are not Some of the most material reflections that occur about Human Affairs. cc pns11 vvb p-acp d j n1, cs d vbr xx d pp-f dt av-ds j-jn n2 cst n1 p-acp j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
42 Now from all these premises put together, he inferrs this Conclusion in the Text, That to fear God, and keep his Commandments, is the Whole of man. Now from all these premises put together, he infers this Conclusion in the Text, That to Fear God, and keep his commandments, is the whole of man. av p-acp d d n2 vvd av, pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pc-acp vvi np1, cc vvi po31 n2, vbz dt j-jn pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
43 (i.e.) To be serious in the matter of Religion, and careful about our future states, is that which every considerate man, (i.e.) To be serious in the matter of Religion, and careful about our future states, is that which every considerate man, (n1) pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j p-acp po12 j-jn n2, vbz d r-crq d j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
44 after all his other disquisitions and experiments, will find to be his greatest interest, that which doth most of all deserve his care and study. After all his other disquisitions and experiments, will find to be his greatest Interest, that which does most of all deserve his care and study. p-acp d po31 j-jn n2 cc n2, vmb vvi pc-acp vbi po31 js n1, cst r-crq vdz av-ds pp-f d vvb po31 n1 cc vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
45 There are these Two parts in the words: There Are these Two parts in the words: pc-acp vbr d crd n2 p-acp dt n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
46 1. A Description of Religion, which in the former Clause is said to consist in fearing God, and keeping his Commandments. An awful apprehension of the Divine Nature, 1. A Description of Religion, which in the former Clause is said to consist in fearing God, and keeping his commandments. an awful apprehension of the Divine Nature, crd dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg np1, cc vvg po31 n2. dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
47 and an obedient submission to His Will. 2. A Commendation of Religion, in the latter Clause, This is the Whole of man. and an obedient submission to His Will. 2. A Commendation of Religion, in the latter Clause, This is the whole of man. cc dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt d n1, d vbz dt j-jn pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
48 It is the second of these only, which I purpose to treat of at this time. It is the second of these only, which I purpose to Treat of At this time. pn31 vbz dt ord pp-f d j, r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
49 In the handling of which, the first thing to be enquired into, is, What is the true import and meaning of this phrase in the Original: In the handling of which, the First thing to be inquired into, is, What is the true import and meaning of this phrase in the Original: p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq, dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, vbz, q-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j-jn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
50 NONLATINALPHABET for the right understanding of which, it will be proper to consider the several ways of expressing it in other Translations. for the right understanding of which, it will be proper to Consider the several ways of expressing it in other Translations. p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f r-crq, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f vvg pn31 p-acp j-jn n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
51 The Septuagint and the Vulgar do render it verbatim, This is All, or Every man. The septuagint and the vulgar do render it verbatim, This is All, or Every man. dt vvb cc dt j vdb vvi pn31 av, d vbz d, cc d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
52 The word Duty, which is supplied by our English, being not in the Original, or in other Translations. The word Duty, which is supplied by our English, being not in the Original, or in other Translations. dt n1 n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po12 jp, vbg xx p-acp dt j-jn, cc p-acp j-jn n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
53 This ought to be the way and course of all mankind, so the Targum. This is the course to which every man is designed, so the Syriack. This ought to be the Way and course of all mankind, so the Targum. This is the course to which every man is designed, so the Syriac. d pi pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, av dt np1. d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn, av dt np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
54 This will be most profitable and advantagious to men, so the Arabick. Hoc est totum hominis, This is the whole of man; This will be most profitable and advantageous to men, so the Arabic. Hoc est totum hominis, This is the Whole of man; d vmb vbi av-ds j cc j p-acp n2, av dt jp. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, d vbz dt j-jn pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
55 so some of our later Interpreters, most proper to the scope of the place, it being an usual Enallage in the Hebrew, Totius universalis, pro toto integrante, All for Whole. so Some of our later Interpreters, most proper to the scope of the place, it being an usual Enallagen in the Hebrew, Totius Universalis, Pro toto integrante, All for whole. av d pp-f po12 jc n2, av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbg dt j n1 p-acp dt njp, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, d p-acp j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
56 So that according to these various Interpretations of the words, they may contain in them a three-fold reference: So that according to these various Interpretations of the words, they may contain in them a threefold Referente: av cst vvg p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 dt j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
57 To the Essence, the Happiness, the Business of man. To the Essence, the Happiness, the Business of man. p-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
58 According to which, the sense of them must be, That Religion, or the fearing of God, and keeping his Commandments, is a matter of so great consequence to Human Nature, that According to which, the sense of them must be, That Religion, or the fearing of God, and keeping his commandments, is a matter of so great consequence to Human Nature, that vvg p-acp r-crq, dt n1 pp-f pno32 vmb vbi, cst n1, cc dt vvg pp-f np1, cc vvg po31 n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f av j n1 p-acp j n1, cst (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
59 1. The Essence or Being of man, may be said to consist in it. 2. The Happiness or well-being of man, doth depend upon it. 1. The Essence or Being of man, may be said to consist in it. 2. The Happiness or well-being of man, does depend upon it. crd dt n1 cc vbg pp-f n1, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vdz vvi p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
60 3. The great Business or Duty of man, is to be conversant about it, and to labour after it. 3. The great Business or Duty of man, is to be conversant about it, and to labour After it. crd dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vbi j p-acp pn31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
61 These particulars I shall endeavour to make out by such clear Principles of Reason, attested to by several of the wisest Heathen Writers, These particulars I shall endeavour to make out by such clear Principles of Reason, attested to by several of the Wisest Heathen Writers, d n2-jn pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp p-acp j pp-f dt js j-jn n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
62 as may be enough to satisfie any serious man who is able to understand the reason and consequence of things, as may be enough to satisfy any serious man who is able to understand the reason and consequence of things, c-acp vmb vbi av-d pc-acp vvi d j n1 r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
63 and will but attend and consider. 1. I begin with the first: and will but attend and Consider. 1. I begin with the First: cc vmb p-acp vvi cc vvi. crd pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord: (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
64 Religion is of so great importance, that the Essence of man may be said to consist in it. Religion is of so great importance, that the Essence of man may be said to consist in it. n1 vbz pp-f av j n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
65 Mankind may be considered under a two-fold notion: Mankind may be considered under a twofold notion: n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
66 1. More Separately, and by it self, according to that Principle whereby 'tis constituted in such a rank of Creatures. 1. More Separately, and by it self, according to that Principle whereby it's constituted in such a rank of Creatures. crd dc av-j, cc p-acp pn31 n1, vvg p-acp d n1 c-crq pn31|vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
67 2. More Complexly, as joyned in Society, for which Man seems to be naturally designed, and without which he could not well subsist. 2. More Complexly, as joined in Society, for which Man seems to be naturally designed, and without which he could not well subsist. crd dc av-j, c-acp vvn p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq n1 vvz pc-acp vbi av-j vvn, cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd xx av vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
68 Now Religion will appear to be Essential to him in both these respects. 1. As considered Separately, according to those Principles by which he is framed. Now Religion will appear to be Essential to him in both these respects. 1. As considered Separately, according to those Principles by which he is framed. av n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi j p-acp pno31 p-acp d d n2. crd p-acp vvn av-j, vvg p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
69 That which doth constitute any thing in its Being, and distinguish it from all other things, This is that which we call the Form or Essence of a thing. That which does constitute any thing in its Being, and distinguish it from all other things, This is that which we call the From or Essence of a thing. d r-crq vdz vvi d n1 p-acp po31 vbg, cc vvi pn31 p-acp d j-jn n2, d vbz d r-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
70 And this, for the Human Nature, doth consist in those very things which are the chief Principles and Foundations of Religion; And this, for the Human Nature, does consist in those very things which Are the chief Principles and Foundations of Religion; cc d, c-acp dt j n1, vdz vvi p-acp d j n2 r-crq vbr dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
71 namely, the Apprehensions of a Deity, and an Expectation of a future state after this life: namely, the Apprehensions of a Deity, and an Expectation of a future state After this life: av, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
72 Which no other Creature, below Man, doth partake of; Which not other Creature, below Man, does partake of; r-crq xx j-jn n1, p-acp n1, vdz vvi pp-f; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
73 and which are common to all Mankind, notwithstanding the utmost endeavours that can be used for the suppressing of them. and which Are Common to all Mankind, notwithstanding the utmost endeavours that can be used for the suppressing of them. cc q-crq vbr j p-acp d n1, c-acp dt j n2 cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
74 As for what is commonly alledged in the behalf of Reason, it may be observed, that in the Actions of many Bruit Creatures, there are discernable some kind of foot-steps, some imperfect strictures and degrees of Ratiocination; As for what is commonly alleged in the behalf of Reason, it may be observed, that in the Actions of many Bruit Creatures, there Are discernible Some kind of footsteps, Some imperfect strictures and Degrees of Ratiocination; c-acp p-acp r-crq vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 n2, pc-acp vbr j d n1 pp-f n2, d j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
75 such a natural Sagacity as bears a near resemblance to Reason. such a natural Sagacity as bears a near resemblance to Reason. d dt j n1 c-acp vvz dt j n1 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
76 From whence it may follow, that it is not Reason in the general, which is the Form of Human Nature; From whence it may follow, that it is not Reason in the general, which is the From of Human Nature; p-acp c-crq pn31 vmb vvi, cst pn31 vbz xx n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
77 But Reason as it is determined to Actions of Religion, of which we do not find the least signs or degrees in Bruits. But Reason as it is determined to Actions of Religion, of which we do not find the least Signs or Degrees in Bruits. cc-acp n1 c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi dt ds n2 cc n2 p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
78 Man being the only Creature in this visible World, that is formed with a Capacity of worshipping and enjoying his Maker. Man being the only Creature in this visible World, that is formed with a Capacity of worshipping and enjoying his Maker. n1 vbg dt j n1 p-acp d j n1, cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
79 Nor is this any new Opinion, but such as several of the Ancient Writers, Philosophers, Orators, Poets, have attested to, who make this Notion of a Deity, Nor is this any new Opinion, but such as several of the Ancient Writers, Philosophers, Orators, Poets, have attested to, who make this Notion of a Deity, ccx vbz d d j n1, cc-acp d c-acp j pp-f dt j n2, n2, n2, n2, vhb vvn p-acp, r-crq vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
80 and Adoration of Him, to be the true difference betwixt Man and Beast. and Adoration of Him, to be the true difference betwixt Man and Beast. cc n1 pp-f pno31, pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
81 Plutarch asserts it to be a very improper thing to own such for Men, who do not acknowledg and adore the Deity. Plutarch asserts it to be a very improper thing to own such for Men, who do not acknowledge and adore the Deity. np1 n2 pn31 pc-acp vbi dt av j n1 p-acp d d p-acp n2, r-crq vdb xx vvi cc vvi dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
82 And in another place, he affirms Irreligion to be a kind of Stupor, whereby Men are deprived of their Senses. And in Another place, he affirms Irreligion to be a kind of Stupor, whereby Men Are deprived of their Senses. cc p-acp j-jn n1, pns31 vvz n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq n2 vbr vvn pp-f po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
83 So Tully: Ex tot generibus, nullum est animal, &c. Amongst all the living Creatures that are in the World, there is none but Man that hath any notion of a Deity; So Tully: Ex tot generibus, nullum est animal, etc. among all the living Creatures that Are in the World, there is none but Man that hath any notion of a Deity; av np1: fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1, av p-acp d dt j-vvg n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 cst vhz d n1 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
84 and amongst Mankind, there is no Nation so wild and barbarous, but pretends to some Religion. and among Mankind, there is no nation so wild and barbarous, but pretends to Some Religion. cc p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 av j cc j, cc-acp vvz p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
85 And in another place, Quis hunc bominem dixerit? &c. Why should such a one be accounted a Man, who, by what he sees in the World, is not convinced of a Deity, And in Another place, Quis hunc bominem dixerit? etc. Why should such a one be accounted a Man, who, by what he sees in the World, is not convinced of a Deity, cc p-acp j-jn n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? av q-crq vmd d dt pi vbb vvn dt n1, r-crq, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, vbz xx vvn pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
86 and a Providence, and of that adoration he owes to it? Of the same sense is that of the Satyrist, who speaking of Religion, says this of it: and a Providence, and of that adoration he owes to it? Of the same sense is that of the Satirist, who speaking of Religion, Says this of it: cc dt n1, cc pp-f d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pn31? pp-f dt d n1 vbz d pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvg pp-f n1, vvz d pp-f pn31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
87 — Separat haec nos Agrege Brutorum, at { que } ideo venerabile soli Sortiti ingenium divinorum { que } capaces. — Separate haec nos Agrege Brutorum, At { que } ideo venerabile soli Sortiti ingenium Divinorum { que } capaces. — j fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la, p-acp { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la { fw-fr } n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
88 'Tis this (saith he) that doth distinguish us from Brute Creatures, That we have Souls capable of Divine Impressions. It's this (Says he) that does distinguish us from Brute Creatures, That we have Souls capable of Divine Impressions. pn31|vbz d (vvz pns31) cst vdz vvi pno12 p-acp np1 n2, cst pns12 vhb n2 j pp-f j-jn n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
89 So that, by what hath been said, it should appear, that the Definition of Man may be rendered as well by the Difference of Religiosum, as Rationale. As for that Inconvenience which some may object, That Atheistical and Prophane persons will be hereby excluded: So that, by what hath been said, it should appear, that the Definition of Man may be rendered as well by the Difference of Religious, as Rationale. As for that Inconvenience which Some may Object, That Atheistical and Profane Persons will be hereby excluded: av cst, p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vvn, pn31 vmd vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp fw-la. p-acp p-acp d n1 r-crq d vmb vvi, cst j cc j n2 vmb vbi av vvn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
90 Why so they are by the other Difference likewise; such persons having no just pretence to Reason, who renounce Religion: and it were well, Why so they Are by the other Difference likewise; such Persons having no just pretence to Reason, who renounce Religion: and it were well, uh-crq av pns32 vbr p-acp dt j-jn n1 av; d n2 vhg dx j n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vvb n1: cc pn31 vbdr av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
91 if they might not only be reckoned amongst Beasts (as they are by the Psalmist, where he stiles them Brutish), but driven out amongst them likewise, if they might not only be reckoned among Beasts (as they Are by the Psalmist, where he stile them Brutish), but driven out among them likewise, cs pns32 vmd xx av-j vbi vvn p-acp n2 (c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 j), p-acp vvn av p-acp pno32 av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
92 and banished from all Human Society, as being publike Pests, and Mischiefs of Mankind, such as would debase the Nobility of our Natures, to the condition of Brute Creatures, and banished from all Human Society, as being public Pests, and Mischiefs of Mankind, such as would debase the Nobilt of our Nature's, to the condition of Brute Creatures, cc vvn p-acp d j n1, c-acp vbg j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, d c-acp vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
93 and therefore are fit only to live amongst them. Which brings me to the 2d Consideration of Man as a Sociable Creature. and Therefore Are fit only to live among them. Which brings me to the 2d Consideration of Man as a Sociable Creature. cc av vbr vvn av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. r-crq vvz pno11 p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 32 Image 2
94 Religion is essential to him in this respect also, as being the surest Bond to tye men up to those respective duties towards one another, without which Government and Society could not subsist. Religion is essential to him in this respect also, as being the Surest Bound to tie men up to those respective duties towards one Another, without which Government and Society could not subsist. n1 vbz j p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 av, c-acp vbg dt js n1 pc-acp vvi n2 a-acp p-acp d j n2 p-acp crd j-jn, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 vmd xx vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
95 There is a remarkable passage in Plutarch to this purpose, where he stiles Religion, the Cement of all Communities, and the chief Basis of all Legislative Power. There is a remarkable passage in Plutarch to this purpose, where he stile Religion, the Cement of all Communities, and the chief Basis of all Legislative Power. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp ng1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz n1, dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f d j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
96 And in another place he says, That 'tis much more easie to build a City in the open air, without any ground to found it upon, And in Another place he Says, That it's much more easy to built a city in the open air, without any ground to found it upon, cc p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vvz, cst pn31|vbz av-d dc j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
97 than to establish a Government without Religion. than to establish a Government without Religion. cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
98 A City (saith he) may make some shift to subsist without Walls, Schools, Theaters, Houses; A city (Says he) may make Some shift to subsist without Walls, Schools, Theaters, Houses; dt n1 (vvz pns31) vmb vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, n2, n2, n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
99 nay, without Money, but not without Religon. nay, without Money, but not without Religion. uh-x, p-acp n1, cc-acp xx p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
100 If it were not for this notion of a Deity, and those natural impressions which we have concerning Justice and Probity, If it were not for this notion of a Deity, and those natural impressions which we have Concerning justice and Probity, cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d j n2 r-crq pns12 vhb vvg n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
101 so necessary for the conservation of Human Society; so necessary for the conservation of Human Society; av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
102 instead of those well-ordered Governments and Cities which are now in the World, Mankind must have lived either wild and solitary in Caves and Dens, like Savage Beasts; instead of those well-ordered Governments and Cities which Are now in the World, Mankind must have lived either wild and solitary in Caves and Dens, like Savage Beasts; av pp-f d j n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr av p-acp dt n1, n1 vmb vhi vvn d j cc j p-acp n2 cc n2, av-j j-jn n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
103 or else in Troops of Robbers, subsisting upon the spoile and rapine of such as were weaker than themselves. or Else in Troops of Robbers, subsisting upon the spoil and rapine of such as were Weaker than themselves. cc av p-acp n2 pp-f n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d c-acp vbdr jc cs px32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
104 Pietate sublata, fides etiam, & Societas humani generis, & una excellentissima virtus Iustitia tollitur, saith Tully. Take but away the awe of Religion, Piate sublata, fides etiam, & Societas Humani Generis, & una excellentissima virtus Iustitia tollitur, Says Tully. Take but away the awe of Religion, vvi fw-la, fw-la fw-la, cc np1 fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz np1. vvb p-acp av dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
105 and all that Fidelity and Justice, so necessary for the keeping up of Human Society, must perish with it. and all that Fidis and justice, so necessary for the keeping up of Human Society, must perish with it. cc d cst n1 cc n1, av j p-acp dt n-vvg a-acp pp-f j n1, vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
106 'Tis this fear of a Deity, and the sense of our obligation to Him, that is the only effectual means to restrain Men within the bounds of Duty. It's this Fear of a Deity, and the sense of our obligation to Him, that is the only effectual means to restrain Men within the bounds of Duty. pn31|vbz d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno31, cst vbz dt j j n2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
107 And were this wholly extinguished, there would follow such wild Disorders and Extravagancies amongst men, And were this wholly extinguished, there would follow such wild Disorders and Extravagancies among men, cc vbdr d av-jn vvn, pc-acp vmd vvi d j n2 cc n2 p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
108 as would not leave so much as the face or least shadow of Virtue or Honesty in the World: as would not leave so much as the face or lest shadow of Virtue or Honesty in the World: c-acp vmd xx vvi av av-d c-acp dt n1 cc cs n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
109 There being no kind of Vice which men would not abandon themselves unto, considering the impetuousness of their own natural appetites, There being no kind of Vice which men would not abandon themselves unto, considering the impetuousness of their own natural appetites, a-acp vbg dx n1 pp-f n1 r-crq n2 vmd xx vvi px32 p-acp, vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 d j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
110 and the power of external temptations, were this restraint from Religion once removed or abolished. and the power of external temptations, were this restraint from Religion once removed or abolished. cc dt n1 pp-f j n2, vbdr d n1 p-acp n1 a-acp vvn cc vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
111 The two chief Opposites to Religion, are Prophaness and Superstition. Both which, are prejudicial to Civil Government: The two chief Opposites to Religion, Are Profaneness and Superstition. Both which, Are prejudicial to Civil Government: dt crd j-jn n2-jn p-acp n1, vbr n1 cc n1. d r-crq, vbr j p-acp j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
112 The one by destroying Conscience, the strongest obligation to Political Duties: The other by perverting and abusing it; The one by destroying Conscience, the Strongest obligation to Political Duties: The other by perverting and abusing it; dt pi p-acp vvg n1, dt js n1 p-acp j n2: dt j-jn p-acp vvg cc vvg pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
113 introducing in the stead of it, a new Primium Mobile, which ravisheth the Spheres of Government, introducing in the stead of it, a new Primium Mobile, which ravisheth the Spheres of Government, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt j np1 np1, r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
114 and puts them into a preternatural course, as a Noble Author hath elegantly expressed it. and puts them into a preternatural course, as a Noble Author hath elegantly expressed it. cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp dt j n1 vhz av-j vvn pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 38 Image 2
115 The two grand Relations that concern Society, are Government and Subjection. And Irreligion doth indispose men for both these. The two grand Relations that concern Society, Are Government and Subjection. And Irreligion does indispose men for both these. dt crd j n2 cst vvb n1, vbr n1 cc n1. cc n1 vdz vvi n2 p-acp d d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 39 Image 2
116 1. For Government. Without Religion, Magistrates will lose that Courage and Confidence belonging to their stations, which they cannot so well exert in punishing the offences of others, 1. For Government. Without Religion, Magistrates will loose that Courage and Confidence belonging to their stations, which they cannot so well exert in punishing the offences of Others, crd p-acp n1. p-acp n1, n2 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp po32 n2, r-crq pns32 vmbx av av vvi p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
117 when they are guilty of the same or the like themselves. when they Are guilty of the same or the like themselves. c-crq pns32 vbr j pp-f dt d cc dt av-j px32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
118 Those that sit on the Throne of Iudgment, should be able to scatter away evil with their eyes, as Solomon speaks, Prov. 20. 8. By their very presence and look, to strike an awe upon offenders. Those that fit on the Throne of Judgement, should be able to scatter away evil with their eyes, as Solomon speaks, Curae 20. 8. By their very presence and look, to strike an awe upon offenders. d cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi av j-jn p-acp po32 n2, p-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd crd p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
119 Which will not be so easily done, if they should lye under the same guilt themselves. Which will not be so Easily done, if they should lie under the same guilt themselves. r-crq vmb xx vbi av av-j vdn, cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt d n1 px32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
120 Sine Bonitate nulla Majestas, saith Seneca: The very nature of Majesty doth denote Goodness as well as Power. And without this, Governours may easily lose that Reverence which is due to them from others; Sine Bonitate nulla Majestas, Says Senecca: The very nature of Majesty does denote goodness as well as Power. And without this, Governors may Easily loose that reverence which is due to them from Others; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz np1: dt j n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi n1 c-acp av c-acp n1. cc p-acp d, n2 vmb av-j vvi d n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp n2-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
121 and consequently that Authority which they ought to have over them. and consequently that authority which they ought to have over them. cc av-j cst n1 r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vhi p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
122 When they cease to be Gods in respect of their Goodness, they may diminish in their Power. And though they should be able to keep men under as to their Bodies and Estates, When they cease to be God's in respect of their goodness, they may diminish in their Power. And though they should be able to keep men under as to their Bodies and Estates, c-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1. cc cs pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp a-acp p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
123 yet will they decline as to that awful love and reverence whereby they should sway over the Hearts and Affections of men. yet will they decline as to that awful love and Reverence whereby they should sway over the Hearts and Affections of men. av vmb pns32 vvi a-acp p-acp cst j n1 cc n1 c-crq pns32 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 40 Image 2
124 The Philosopher in the fift Book of his Politicks, doth lay it down as a rule for Magistrates, That they must be careful to give publike testimonies of their being religious and devout; The Philosopher in the fift Book of his Politics, does lay it down as a Rule for Magistrates, That they must be careful to give public testimonies of their being religious and devout; dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n2-j, vdz vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f po32 vbg j cc j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2
125 for which he gives this double reason: for which he gives this double reason: p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz d j-jn n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2
126 Because the people will be less subject to entertain any jealousie or suspition of suffering injury from such whom they believe to be religious. Because the people will be less Subject to entertain any jealousy or suspicion of suffering injury from such whom they believe to be religious. c-acp dt n1 vmb vbi av-dc j-jn pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp d r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2
127 And withall, they will be less subject to attempt the Doing of injury against such; And withal, they will be less Subject to attempt the Doing of injury against such; cc av, pns32 vmb vbi av-dc j-jn p-acp vvb dt vdg pp-f n1 p-acp d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2
128 as knowing, that good Magistrates are after a more especial manner under the Divine Favour and Protection, having God to fight with them, and for them. as knowing, that good Magistrates Are After a more especial manner under the Divine Favour and Protection, having God to fight with them, and for them. c-acp vvg, cst j n2 vbr p-acp dt av-dc j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1, vhg n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 41 Image 2
129 2. The want of Religion will indispose men for the condition of Subjects, and render them loose and unstable in those duties of obedience and submission required to that state. 2. The want of Religion will indispose men for the condition of Subject's, and render them lose and unstable in those duties of Obedience and submission required to that state. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, cc vvi pno32 vvi cc j p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
130 How can it be expected from that man who dares affront and despise God Himself, that he should have any hearty reverence for His Deputies and Vicegerents? Those who are destitute of Religion and Conscience, How can it be expected from that man who dares affront and despise God Himself, that he should have any hearty Reverence for His Deputies and Vicegerents? Those who Are destitute of Religion and Conscience, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz n1 cc vvi np1 px31, cst pns31 vmd vhi d j n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2? d r-crq vbr j pp-f n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
131 as they are not to be trusted in any ordinary private duty towards those with whom they converse, much less can they be useful in any such extraordinary Action, whereby the publike welfare is to be promoted. as they Are not to be trusted in any ordinary private duty towards those with whom they converse, much less can they be useful in any such extraordinary Actium, whereby the public welfare is to be promoted. c-acp pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j j n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb, av-d av-dc vmb pns32 vbb j p-acp d d j n1, c-crq dt j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
132 Where there are no seeds of Piety and Virtue, there can be nothing of Honour or Magnanimity. Where there Are no seeds of Piety and Virtue, there can be nothing of Honour or Magnanimity. c-crq pc-acp vbr dx n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vmb vbi pix pp-f n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 42 Image 2
133 He that is subject only upon the account of Wrath, and the power of the Sword which is over him, will be no longer so, He that is Subject only upon the account of Wrath, and the power of the Sword which is over him, will be no longer so, pns31 cst vbz j-jn av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno31, vmb vbi av-dx av-jc av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
134 when he hath an opportunity of escaping or resisting that Power. Nor is there any possible way to secure men in their quiet subjection and obedience, when he hath an opportunity of escaping or resisting that Power. Nor is there any possible Way to secure men in their quiet subjection and Obedience, c-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg d n1. ccx vbz pc-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 j-jn n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
135 but by their being obliged for Conscience sake. And therefore such kind of persons, as by their open prophaness and contempt of Religion, do endeavour to destroy Conscience from amongst men, may justly be esteemed as the worst kind of Seditious Persons, but by their being obliged for Conscience sake. And Therefore such kind of Persons, as by their open profaneness and contempt of Religion, do endeavour to destroy Conscience from among men, may justly be esteemed as the worst kind of Seditious Persons, cc-acp p-acp po32 vbg j-vvn p-acp n1 n1. cc av d n1 pp-f n2, c-acp p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vdb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp p-acp n2, vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
136 and most pernicious to Civil Government. and most pernicious to Civil Government. cc av-ds j p-acp j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 43 Image 2
137 Whatever Disputes have been raised concerning the lawfulness of punishing men for their dissenting Consciences in matters of Religion; Whatever Disputes have been raised Concerning the lawfulness of punishing men for their dissenting Consciences in matters of Religion; r-crq vvz vhb vbn vvn vvg dt n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp po32 vvg n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
138 yet never any man questioned the lawfulness of punishing men for their prophaness and contempt of all Religion. yet never any man questioned the lawfulness of punishing men for their profaneness and contempt of all Religion. av av-x d n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
139 Such men as renounce Conscience, cannot pretend that they suffer for it. Such men as renounce Conscience, cannot pretend that they suffer for it. d n2 c-acp vvb n1, vmbx vvi cst pns32 vvb p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
140 And certainly this Vice doth upon many accounts deserve the greatest severity of Laws, as being in its own nature destructive of the very Principles of Government, And Certainly this Vice does upon many accounts deserve the greatest severity of Laws, as being in its own nature destructive of the very Principles of Government, cc av-j d n1 vdz p-acp d n2 vvb dt js n1 pp-f n2, c-acp vbg p-acp po31 d n1 j pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
141 and the Peace of all Human Societies: Besides the Mischiefs consequent upon it from Divine Vengeance. and the Peace of all Human Societies: Beside the Mischiefs consequent upon it from Divine Vengeance. cc dt n1 pp-f d j n2: p-acp dt n2 j p-acp pn31 p-acp j-jn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 44 Image 2
142 So that upon all these accounts, there is just reason to inferr the truth of this Proposition, That Religion is totum hominis in this first sense, So that upon all these accounts, there is just reason to infer the truth of this Proposition, That Religion is totum hominis in this First sense, av cst p-acp d d n2, pc-acp vbz j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, cst n1 vbz fw-la fw-la p-acp d ord n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 2
143 as it referrs to the Essence of Man considered either Separately, or as a Member of Society. as it refers to the Essence of Man considered either Separately, or as a Member of Society. c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn d av-j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 45 Image 2
144 2. 'Tis so likewise with respect to the Happiness and well-being of Man. That is properly said to be the chief End or Happiness of a thing, which doth raise its nature to the utmost perfection, of which it is capable according to its rank and kind. 2. It's so likewise with respect to the Happiness and well-being of Man. That is properly said to be the chief End or Happiness of a thing, which does raise its nature to the utmost perfection, of which it is capable according to its rank and kind. crd pn31|vbz av av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt j-jn vvb cc n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vdz vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, pp-f r-crq pn31 vbz j vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
145 So the chief good belonging to a Vegetable or Plant, is to grow up to a state of maturity, to continue to its natural period, So the chief good belonging to a Vegetable or Plant, is to grow up to a state of maturity, to continue to its natural Period, np1 dt j-jn j vvg p-acp dt j-jn cc vvb, vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
146 and to propagate its Kind, which is the utmost perfection that kind of Being is capable of. and to propagate its Kind, which is the utmost perfection that kind of Being is capable of. cc pc-acp vvi po31 j, r-crq vbz dt j n1 cst n1 pp-f vbg vbz j pp-f. (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
147 And whereas Sensitive Creatures, besides those things which are common to them with Plants, have likewise such faculties, whereby they are able to apprehend external objects, And whereas Sensitive Creatures, beside those things which Are Common to them with Plants, have likewise such faculties, whereby they Are able to apprehend external objects, cc cs j n2, p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp pno32 p-acp n2, vhb av d n2, c-crq pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
148 and to receive pain or pleasure from them: and to receive pain or pleasure from them: cc pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32: (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
149 Therefore the Happiness proper to them, must consist in the Perfection of these Faculties, namely, in sensible pleasures, the enjoying of such things as may be grateful to their sences. Therefore the Happiness proper to them, must consist in the Perfection of these Faculties, namely, in sensible pleasures, the enjoying of such things as may be grateful to their Senses. av dt n1 j p-acp pno32, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, av, p-acp j n2, dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 c-acp vmb vbi j p-acp po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
150 But now Mankind, (if we will allow it to be a distinct rank of Creatures superior to Brutes) being endowed with such Faculties, whereby 'tis made capable of Apprehending a Deity, But now Mankind, (if we will allow it to be a distinct rank of Creatures superior to Brutus's) being endowed with such Faculties, whereby it's made capable of Apprehending a Deity, p-acp av n1, (cs pns12 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f n2 j-jn p-acp n2) vbg vvn p-acp d n2, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn j pp-f vvg dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
151 and of expecting a future state after this life; and of expecting a future state After this life; cc pp-f vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
152 It will hence follow, That the proper happiness of man must consist in the perfecting of this Faculty; It will hence follow, That the proper happiness of man must consist in the perfecting of this Faculty; pn31 vmb av vvi, cst dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
153 namely, in such a state as may reconcile him to the Divine Favour, and afford him the best assurance of a blessed Immortality hereafter. namely, in such a state as may reconcile him to the Divine Favour, and afford him the best assurance of a blessed Immortality hereafter. av, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvi pno31 dt js n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
154 Which nothing else but Religion can so much as pretend to. Which nothing Else but Religion can so much as pretend to. q-crq pix av cc-acp n1 vmb av av-d c-acp vvi p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
155 And that this is most agreeable to Natural Light, may appear, from the Testimonies of several of the wisest Heathens, Pythagoras, Plato, Epictetus, &c. who assert a Man's Happiness, And that this is most agreeable to Natural Light, may appear, from the Testimonies of several of the Wisest heathens, Pythagoras, Plato, Epictetus, etc. who assert a Man's Happiness, cc cst d vbz av-ds j p-acp j n1, vmb vvi, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j pp-f dt js n2-jn, np1, np1, np1, av r-crq vvb dt ng1 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
156 or chief End, to consist in a likeness or resemblance to the Divine Nature, In following of God, Endeavouring to imitate Him whom we worship; or chief End, to consist in a likeness or resemblance to the Divine Nature, In following of God, Endeavouring to imitate Him whom we worship; cc n-jn vvb, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp vvg pp-f np1, vvg pc-acp vvi pno31 ro-crq pns12 vvb; (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
157 which are but several descriptions of Religion. which Are but several descriptions of Religion. r-crq vbr cc-acp j n2 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 46 Image 2
158 'Tis true indeed, the nature of Man, by reason of those other Capacities, common to him with Plants and Brutes, may stand in need of several other things, to render his condition pleasant and comfortable in this World, It's true indeed, the nature of Man, by reason of those other Capacities, Common to him with Plants and Brutus's, may stand in need of several other things, to render his condition pleasant and comfortable in this World, pn31|vbz j av, dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, j p-acp pno31 p-acp n2 cc n2, vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f j j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j cc j p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
159 as Health, Riches, Reputation, Safety, &c. Now herein is the great advantage of Religion, that besides the principal work which it doth for us, in securing our future Estates in the other World; as Health, Riches, Reputation, Safety, etc. Now herein is the great advantage of Religion, that beside the principal work which it does for us, in securing our future Estates in the other World; c-acp n1, n2, n1, n1, av av av vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst p-acp dt j-jn n1 r-crq pn31 vdz p-acp pno12, p-acp vvg po12 j-jn n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
160 It is likewise the most effectual means to promote our happiness in this World; It is likewise the most effectual means to promote our happiness in this World; pn31 vbz av dt av-ds j n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
161 and that not only Morally, upon account of that Reward which Virtuous Actions do entitle a man unto from a just and a wise Providence: and that not only Morally, upon account of that Reward which Virtuous Actions do entitle a man unto from a just and a wise Providence: cc cst xx av-j av-j, p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq j n2 vdb vvi dt n1 p-acp p-acp dt j cc dt j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
162 But Naturally also, by reason of that Physical efficacy, which the Duties of Religion have in procuring for us each of those things, wherein our Temporal Happiness doth consist; But Naturally also, by reason of that Physical efficacy, which the Duties of Religion have in procuring for us each of those things, wherein our Temporal Happiness does consist; cc-acp av-j av, p-acp n1 pp-f cst j n1, r-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vhb p-acp vvg p-acp pno12 d pp-f d n2, c-crq po12 j n1 vdz vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
163 in promoting the welfare not only of particular persons, but of publike Communities, of Mankind in general, in promoting the welfare not only of particular Persons, but of public Communities, of Mankind in general, p-acp j-vvg dt n1 xx av-j pp-f j n2, cc-acp pp-f j n2, pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
164 and of the whole Vniverse. Insomuch, that if we could suppose our selves in a capacity of capitulating with God, concerning the Terms upon which we would submit to this Government, and of the Whole Universe. Insomuch, that if we could suppose our selves in a capacity of capitulating with God, Concerning the Terms upon which we would submit to this Government, cc pp-f dt j-jn n1. av, cst cs pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, vvg dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
165 and to chuse the Laws we would be bound to observe, It were not possible for us, to make any Proposals, which upon all accounts should be more advantagious to our own Interests, and to choose the Laws we would be bound to observe, It were not possible for us, to make any Proposals, which upon all accounts should be more advantageous to our own Interests, cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pns12 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbdr xx j p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d n2, r-crq p-acp d n2 vmd vbi av-dc j p-acp po12 d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
166 than those very Conditions, to which we are obliged by the rules of Religion and Virtue. than those very Conditions, to which we Are obliged by the rules of Religion and Virtue. cs d j n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
167 And herein doth the reasonableness of Religion, and the Beauty, and Wisdom of Providence most eminently appear towards Mankind, in governing us by such Laws as do most apparently tend to the perfecting of our Natures, And herein does the reasonableness of Religion, and the Beauty, and Wisdom of Providence most eminently appear towards Mankind, in governing us by such Laws as do most apparently tend to the perfecting of our Nature's, cc av vdz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 av-ds av-j vvi p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp d n2 c-acp vdb av-ds av-j vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
168 and in making that only to be our Duty, which is our Interest. and in making that only to be our Duty, which is our Interest. cc p-acp vvg cst av-j pc-acp vbi po12 n1, r-crq vbz po12 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 47 Image 2
169 3. Religion is Totum hominis, with respect to the chief Business and Duty of Man, that which he ought to be most intent upon, 3. Religion is Totum hominis, with respect to the chief Business and Duty of Man, that which he ought to be most intent upon, crd n1 vbz fw-la fw-la, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst r-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp vbi av-ds n1 p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
170 and conversant about, as to his Employment in this World. and conversant about, as to his Employment in this World. cc j a-acp, c-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
171 That General calling to which every man of what rank or quality soever is to be engaged. That General calling to which every man of what rank or quality soever is to be engaged. cst j vvg p-acp r-crq d n1 pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 av vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
172 Men are distributed under other particular callings, according as their Education, Abilities, Friends, and several Opportunities, do dispose of them. Men Are distributed under other particular callings, according as their Education, Abilities, Friends, and several Opportunities, do dispose of them. n2 vbr vvn p-acp j-jn j n2, vvg p-acp po32 n1, n2, n2, cc j n2, vdb vvi pp-f pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
173 But the obligation of Religion, being of universal concernment, doth extend to all and every particular, there being none exempted from it. But the obligation of Religion, being of universal concernment, does extend to all and every particular, there being none exempted from it. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbg pp-f j n1, vdz vvi p-acp d cc d j, a-acp vbg pix vvn p-acp pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
174 Hoc est omnis homo, Every man is concerned in it. And it is Totum hominis likewise; Hoc est omnis homo, Every man is concerned in it. And it is Totum hominis likewise; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31. cc pn31 vbz fw-la fw-la av; (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
175 'Tis his calling, the chief business about which he is to be employed. It's his calling, the chief business about which he is to be employed. pn31|vbz po31 n-vvg, dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 48 Image 2
176 I do not say, that a man's thoughts are always to be taken up about the immediate Acts of Religion, any more than a Traveller is always to have his mind actually fixed upon the thought of his journey's end. I do not say, that a Man's thoughts Are always to be taken up about the immediate Acts of Religion, any more than a Traveller is always to have his mind actually fixed upon the Thought of his journey's end. pns11 vdb xx vvi, cst dt ng1 n2 vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, d dc cs dt n1 vbz av pc-acp vhi po31 n1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
177 This would be inconsistent with the infirmity of our natures, and the necessity of our conditions in this World. This would be inconsistent with the infirmity of our nature's, and the necessity of our conditions in this World. d vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
178 But yet, as he that is upon a journey, doth so order all his Particular Motions, But yet, as he that is upon a journey, does so order all his Particular Motions, p-acp av, c-acp pns31 cst vbz p-acp dt n1, vdz av vvi d po31 j-jn n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
179 as may be most conducible to his General End; as may be most conducible to his General End; c-acp vmb vbi av-ds j p-acp po31 j vvb; (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
180 so should men habitually, though they cannot actually, in every affair have respect to their chief End, so should men habitually, though they cannot actually, in every affair have respect to their chief End, av vmd n2 av-j, c-acp pns32 vmbx av-j, p-acp d n1 vhb n1 p-acp po32 j-jn vvb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
181 so as to observe all the duties of Religion, and never to allow themselves in any thing against the rules of it. so as to observe all the duties of Religion, and never to allow themselves in any thing against the rules of it. av c-acp pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f n1, cc av-x pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
182 And he that hath this care continually upon his mind, (though he be but a Secular person) may properly be said to make Religion his Business. And he that hath this care continually upon his mind, (though he be but a Secular person) may properly be said to make Religion his Business. cc pns31 cst vhz d n1 av-j p-acp po31 n1, (cs pns31 vbb p-acp dt j n1) vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1 po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 49 Image 2
183 The Wise man, in the beginning of this Book, had proposed it as his grand Query to be discussed, to find out what was that good for the sons of men, which they should do under the Heavens, all the days of their lives. The Wise man, in the beginning of this Book, had proposed it as his grand Query to be discussed, to find out what was that good for the Sons of men, which they should do under the Heavens, all the days of their lives. dt j n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, vhd vvn pn31 p-acp po31 j np1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi av r-crq vbds d j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq pns32 vmd vdi p-acp dt n2, d dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
184 (i.e.) What was the chief employment or business, which they should apply themselves to in this World. (i.e.) What was the chief employment or business, which they should apply themselves to in this World. (n1) q-crq vbds dt j-jn n1 cc n1, r-crq pns32 vmd vvi px32 p-acp p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
185 And here in the Text he asserts it to be the business of Religion, Fearing God, and keeping his Commandments: And Here in the Text he asserts it to be the business of Religion, Fearing God, and keeping his commandments: cc av p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg np1, cc vvg po31 n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
186 Suitable to that Precept of Moses, Deut. 10. 12. And now, O Israel, what doth the Lord thy God require of thee, Suitable to that Precept of Moses, Deuteronomy 10. 12. And now, Oh Israel, what does the Lord thy God require of thee, j p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cc av, uh np1, q-crq vdz dt n1 po21 n1 vvi pp-f pno21, (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
187 but to fear the Lord thy God, to walk in his ways, and to serve the Lord thy God, and keep his Commandments: but to Fear the Lord thy God, to walk in his ways, and to serve the Lord thy God, and keep his commandments: cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 po21 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 po21 n1, cc vvi po31 n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
188 And the Practise of St. Paul, who made this his daily exercise, to keep his Conscience void of offence, both towards God, and towards men. And the practice of Saint Paul, who made this his daily exercise, to keep his Conscience void of offence, both towards God, and towards men. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, r-crq vvd d po31 j vvi, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 j pp-f n1, av-d p-acp np1, cc p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 50 Image 2
189 To the Reasonableness of this, several of the wisest Heathens have attested. To the Reasonableness of this, several of the Wisest heathens have attested. p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, j pp-f dt js n2-jn vhb vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
190 That's a remarkable passage in Aristotle to this purpose, where he states that to be the most desirable proportion of all Worldly Felicities and Enjoyments, which is most consistent with men's devoting themselves to the business of Religion: That's a remarkable passage in Aristotle to this purpose, where he states that to be the most desirable proportion of all Worldly Felicities and Enjoyments, which is most consistent with men's devoting themselves to the business of Religion: d|vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz cst pc-acp vbi dt av-ds j n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2, r-crq vbz av-ds j p-acp ng2 vvg px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
191 And that to be either too much or too little of Wealth, or Honour, or Power, &c. whereby men are hindred in their meditating upon God, or their worshipping of him. And that to be either too much or too little of Wealth, or Honour, or Power, etc. whereby men Are hindered in their meditating upon God, or their worshipping of him. cc cst pc-acp vbi av-d av av-d cc av j pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, av c-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 vvg p-acp np1, cc po32 vvg pp-f pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 51 Image 2
192 So Epictetus, discoursing concerning the work and business he was designed to, hath this passage: So Epictetus, discoursing Concerning the work and business he was designed to, hath this passage: av np1, vvg vvg dt n1 cc n1 pns31 vbds vvn p-acp, vhz d n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
193 If I had been made a Nightingale or a Swan, I should have employed the time of my life in such a way as is suitable to the conditions of those Creatures: If I had been made a Nightingale or a Swan, I should have employed the time of my life in such a Way as is suitable to the conditions of those Creatures: cs pns11 vhd vbn vvn dt n1 cc dt n1, pns11 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
194 But being made a Man, capable of serving and worshipping that God from whom I had my Being, 'tis but reason that I should apply my self to this, But being made a Man, capable of serving and worshipping that God from whom I had my Being, it's but reason that I should apply my self to this, cc-acp vbg vvn dt n1, j pp-f vvg cc vvg cst np1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vhd po11 vbg, pn31|vbz p-acp n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 p-acp d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
195 as being my proper work and business: as being my proper work and business: c-acp vbg po11 j n1 cc n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
196 NONLATINALPHABET. And therefore hereunto will I devote my self, as being the chief Employment to which I am designed. . And Therefore hereunto will I devote my self, as being the chief Employment to which I am designed. . cc av av vmb pns11 vvb po11 n1, c-acp vbg dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vbm vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 52 Image 2
197 So Antoninus: Every thing (saith he) is designed for some kind of work. So Antoninus: Every thing (Says he) is designed for Some kind of work. av np1: d n1 (vvz pns31) vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
198 Beasts and Plants, the Sun and Starrs, NONLATINALPHABET, And what do you conceive your business to be? Sensual pleasures? Bethink your self a little better, Beasts and Plants, the Sun and Stars,, And what do you conceive your business to be? Sensual pleasures? Bethink your self a little better, ng1 cc n2, dt n1 cc n2,, cc q-crq vdb pn22 vvi po22 n1 pc-acp vbi? j n2? vvb po22 n1 dt j av-jc, (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
199 whether this be suitable to the nobility of your nature, and those excellent faculties with which you are endowed? whither this be suitable to the Nobilt of your nature, and those excellent faculties with which you Are endowed? cs d vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc d j n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr vvn? (2) sermon (DIV1) 53 Image 2
200 Men usually apply themselves to that as their chief business, which may quit cost and be worth their labour, by which their Interest is most promoted. Men usually apply themselves to that as their chief business, which may quit cost and be worth their labour, by which their Interest is most promoted. n2 av-j vvi px32 p-acp d c-acp po32 j-jn n1, r-crq vmb vvi n1 cc vbi n1 po32 n1, p-acp r-crq po32 n1 vbz av-ds vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 2
201 And there is nothing can be more reasonable, than for that to be the chief business of a man's life, which is the chief end of his Being. And there is nothing can be more reasonable, than for that to be the chief business of a Man's life, which is the chief end of his Being. cc pc-acp vbz pix vmb vbi av-dc j, cs p-acp d pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 vbg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 2
202 Which is the third thing I proposed to speak to. Which is the third thing I proposed to speak to. r-crq vbz dt ord n1 pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 54 Image 2
203 I crave leave to mention two Inferences very briefly by way of Application, and I have done. I crave leave to mention two Inferences very briefly by Way of Application, and I have done. pns11 vvb vvb pc-acp vvi crd n2 av av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc pns11 vhb vdn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 55 Image 2
204 If this be so, that Religion is of so great Importance, that it may be stiled the Whole of man, with reference to all those things that are of greatest moment, The Essence, the Happiness, the Business of Man: If this be so, that Religion is of so great Importance, that it may be styled the whole of man, with Referente to all those things that Are of greatest moment, The Essence, the Happiness, the Business of Man: cs d vbb av, cst n1 vbz pp-f av j n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn dt j-jn pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d d n2 cst vbr pp-f js n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 56 Image 2
205 1. What Monsters of Folly, and Madness, and Contradiction, must those men be, who do upon this account put a greater value upon themselves, 1. What Monsters of Folly, and Madness, and Contradiction, must those men be, who do upon this account put a greater valve upon themselves, crd q-crq n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, vmb d n2 vbb, r-crq vdb p-acp d n1 vvd dt jc n1 p-acp px32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
206 as being more learned, and wise, and better than others, because they can contemn and despise Religion? Certainly, by all the Laws of God and Men, such Miscreants ought to be rendered most vile and contemptible themselves. as being more learned, and wise, and better than Others, Because they can contemn and despise Religion? Certainly, by all the Laws of God and Men, such Miscreants ought to be rendered most vile and contemptible themselves. c-acp vbg av-dc j, cc j, cc jc cs n2-jn, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi n1? av-j, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 cc n2, d n2 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn av-ds j cc j px32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
207 Their Discourses ought not to be listned unto without nauseousness and detestation. Their Discourses ought not to be listened unto without nauseousness and detestation. po32 n2 vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
208 Their Persons should be used as the Lepers were under the Law, whose company every one was obliged to avoid, as being unclean infectious persons. Their Persons should be used as the Lepers were under the Law, whose company every one was obliged to avoid, as being unclean infectious Persons. po32 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 vbdr p-acp dt n1, rg-crq n1 d pi vbds vvn pc-acp vvi, c-acp vbg j j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
209 And perhaps this might be one good way, if not of Curing themselves, yet of hindring their Mischiefs upon others, And perhaps this might be one good Way, if not of Curing themselves, yet of hindering their Mischiefs upon Others, cc av d vmd vbi pi j n1, cs xx pp-f vvg px32, av pp-f vvg po32 n2 p-acp n2-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
210 when they should find themselves abhorred and abandoned by all sober men. 2. How dear should the Concernments of Religion be to every one of us. when they should find themselves abhorred and abandoned by all Sobrium men. 2. How dear should the Concernments of Religion be to every one of us. c-crq pns32 vmd vvi px32 vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n2. crd c-crq av-jn vmd dt n2 pp-f n1 vbb p-acp d crd pp-f pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 57 Image 2
211 How serious should we be in the Profession and Practise of it ourselves. How zealous in promoting the Honour and the Power of it amongst others. How serious should we be in the Profession and practice of it ourselves. How zealous in promoting the Honour and the Power of it among Others. q-crq j vmd pns12 vbi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 px12. q-crq j p-acp j-vvg dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n2-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2
212 The things of this World are full of uncertainty, and of short continuance. The things of this World Are full of uncertainty, and of short Continuance. dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr j pp-f n1, cc pp-f j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2
213 When a few days are past, we must all of us go to the place whence we shall not return. When a few days Are past, we must all of us go to the place whence we shall not return. c-crq dt d n2 vbr j, pns12 vmb d pp-f pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2
214 And when we come to dye, nothing then will be of any advantage to us, And when we come to die, nothing then will be of any advantage to us, cc c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, pix av vmb vbi pp-f d n1 p-acp pno12, (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2
215 but Religion, The testimony of our Consciences, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, we have had our Conversation in this world. but Religion, The testimony of our Consciences, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, we have had our Conversation in this world. cc-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cst p-acp n1 cc j n1, pns12 vhb vhn po12 n1 p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2
216 Upon which we may confidently expect, that there is laid up for us a Crown of Righteousness, which the Lord the Righteouus Iudg, will give unto us at the day of his Appearance; Upon which we may confidently expect, that there is laid up for us a Crown of Righteousness, which the Lord the Righteouus Judge, will give unto us At the day of his Appearance; p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb av-j vvi, cst a-acp vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 dt j n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2
217 when He shall come to bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil. FINIS. when He shall come to bring every work into judgement, with every secret thing, whither it be good, or whither it be evil. FINIS. c-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp vvb d n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d j-jn n1, cs pn31 vbb j, cc cs pn31 vbb j-jn. fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 58 Image 2

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