A call to humiliation for the grievous sin of persecution in two sermons, preached at the publick fasts in Lemster, in the county of Hereford, Wednesday May 21 and June 18, 1690 / by William Woodward ...

Woodward, William, Minister of the Gospel
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Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1690
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
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0 Luke 23. ver. 28. But Jesus, turning unto them, said, Daughters of Jerusalem, weep not for me, but weep for your selves, and for your Children. Luke 23. ver. 28. But jesus, turning unto them, said, Daughters of Jerusalem, weep not for me, but weep for your selves, and for your Children. np1 crd fw-la. crd p-acp np1, vvg p-acp pno32, vvd, n2 pp-f np1, vvb xx p-acp pno11, cc-acp vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc p-acp po22 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 AFter Pontius Pilate had pronounced Sentence of Death against our Lord, he was led forth to Mount Calvary, the place of his Crucifixion; After Pontius Pilate had pronounced Sentence of Death against our Lord, he was led forth to Mount Calvary, the place of his Crucifixion; p-acp np1 np1 vhd vvn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n1, pns31 vbds vvn av pc-acp vvi np1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 'tis said, v. 27. there followed him a great company of people, and of women, which also bewailed and lamented him. it's said, v. 27. there followed him a great company of people, and of women, which also bewailed and lamented him. pn31|vbz vvn, n1 crd a-acp vvd pno31 dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n2, r-crq av vvd cc vvd pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 Our Saviour Jesus Christ, as the Great High-Priest, was now about to offer up upon the Cross that Great Sacrifice, which was to take away the sin of the World; Our Saviour jesus christ, as the Great High-Priest, was now about to offer up upon the Cross that Great Sacrifice, which was to take away the since of the World; po12 n1 np1 np1, c-acp dt j n1, vbds av a-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 cst j n1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 and it was meet to be performed in the presence of all the people. and it was meet to be performed in the presence of all the people. cc pn31 vbds j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 This was Dies Cippurim, the great Day of Expiation and Atonement, in which our Jubile began. This was Die Cippurim, the great Day of Expiation and Atonement, in which our Jubilee began. d vbds vvz np1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvd. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 A great multitude of people followed him. A great multitude of people followed him. dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvd pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
7 In which there might be some prefiguration too, that notwithstanding all the malice and opposition of the World, the Amazing Love of Christ, in dying for sinners, would in all Ages draw multitudes after him. In which there might be Some prefiguration too, that notwithstanding all the malice and opposition of the World, the Amazing Love of christ, in dying for Sinners, would in all Ages draw Multitudes After him. p-acp r-crq a-acp vmd vbi d n1 av, cst p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg p-acp n2, vmd p-acp d n2 vvb n2 p-acp pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
8 When I am lifted up from the Earth, saith our Lord, I will draw all men unto me, signifying by what death he should die, John 12. 32, 33. and Chap. 3. 14. As Moses lifted up the Serpent in the Wilderness, When I am lifted up from the Earth, Says our Lord, I will draw all men unto me, signifying by what death he should die, John 12. 32, 33. and Chap. 3. 14. As Moses lifted up the Serpent in the Wilderness, c-crq pns11 vbm vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, vvz po12 n1, pns11 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp pno11, vvg p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vmd vvi, np1 crd crd, crd cc np1 crd crd p-acp np1 vvd a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
9 even so must the Son of Man be lifted up. even so must the Son of Man be lifted up. av av vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn a-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 1
10 The Brazen Serpent was his Type, which healed all bitten of Serpents, that looked up unto it. The Brazen Serpent was his Type, which healed all bitten of Serpents, that looked up unto it. dt j n1 vbds po31 n1, r-crq vvd d j-vvn pp-f n2, cst vvd a-acp p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
11 The means was not likely, but weak and despicable, for what could a Serpent of Brass do? Why not rather a Serpent of Gold? The Serpent of Brass was Gods Ordinance, The means was not likely, but weak and despicable, for what could a Serpent of Brass do? Why not rather a Serpent of Gold? The Serpent of Brass was God's Ordinance, dt n2 vbds xx j, p-acp j cc j, p-acp r-crq vmd dt n1 pp-f n1 vdb? q-crq xx av dt n1 pp-f n1? dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds npg1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
12 and by his Blessing healed, whiles the Golden Calves of Mans Invention bring both a snare and a curse. and by his Blessing healed, while the Golden Calves of men Invention bring both a snare and a curse. cc p-acp po31 n1 vvn, cs dt j ng1 pp-f ng1 n1 vvi d dt n1 cc dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
13 There were also sundry Women which bewailed and lamented him, either as an innocent, excellent person, unjustly condemned to die, There were also sundry Women which bewailed and lamented him, either as an innocent, excellent person, unjustly condemned to die, pc-acp vbdr av j n2 r-crq vvd cc vvd pno31, d c-acp dt j-jn, j n1, av-j vvn pc-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
14 or else from a Principle of Divine Faith and Love, knowing, that their sins made his Cross heavy, or Else from a Principle of Divine Faith and Love, knowing, that their Sins made his Cross heavy, cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1, vvg, cst po32 n2 vvd po31 n1 j, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
15 for their sakes he was numbred with Transgressors, and was now going to lay down his Life upon the Mountain of Myrrh, and Hill of Frankincense. for their sakes he was numbered with Transgressors, and was now going to lay down his Life upon the Mountain of Myrrh, and Hill of Frankincense. c-acp po32 n2 pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n2, cc vbds av vvg pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
16 Our Lord, it seems, heard the voice of their weeping, (O let him hear the voice of England 's weeping this day) and turning to them said, Daughters of Jerusalem weep not for me, but weep for your selves, Our Lord, it seems, herd the voice of their weeping, (Oh let him hear the voice of England is weeping this day) and turning to them said, Daughters of Jerusalem weep not for me, but weep for your selves, po12 n1, pn31 vvz, vvd dt n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg, (uh vvb pno31 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvg d n1) cc vvg p-acp pno32 vvd, n2 pp-f np1 vvb xx p-acp pno11, cc-acp vvb p-acp po22 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
17 and for your Children, NONLATINALPHABET, which notes bitter weeping, with all the outward Expressions of inward trouble of Heart; and for your Children,, which notes bitter weeping, with all the outward Expressions of inward trouble of Heart; cc p-acp po22 n2,, r-crq n2 j vvg, p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f j n1 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
18 Weep not for me, O ye Daughters of Jerusalem, who am now going to triumph upon the Cross, as well as to die; Weep not for me, Oh you Daughters of Jerusalem, who am now going to triumph upon the Cross, as well as to die; vvb xx p-acp pno11, uh pn22 n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbm av vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
19 but weep for your selves, and for your Children, because of the infinite miseries, which will suddenly break in both upon Jerusalem, and the Land of Judea. Those sore Judgments of Sword and Famine are coming to you upon the Wings of the Wind, this Generation shall not pass away e're Jerusalem, which was once the City of God, the Excellency of Beauty, the Crowned City, and Joy of the whole Earth, shall be made a hissing, but weep for your selves, and for your Children, Because of the infinite misery's, which will suddenly break in both upon Jerusalem, and the Land of Judea. Those soar Judgments of Sword and Famine Are coming to you upon the Wings of the Wind, this Generation shall not pass away ever Jerusalem, which was once the city of God, the Excellency of Beauty, the Crowned city, and Joy of the Whole Earth, shall be made a hissing, p-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, cc p-acp po22 n2, c-acp pp-f dt j n2, r-crq vmb av-j vvi p-acp d p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr vvg p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d n1 vmb xx vvi av av np1, r-crq vbds a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt vvn n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vmb vbi vvn dt j-vvg, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
20 and an abomination to all the Countreys round about, weep for your selves, and for your Children, for the days are coming in which the burren Womb and dry Breasts shall be accounted Blessings; and an abomination to all the Countries' round about, weep for your selves, and for your Children, for the days Are coming in which the burren Womb and dry Breasts shall be accounted Blessings; cc dt n1 p-acp d dt ng2 n1 a-acp, vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc p-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt n2 vbr vvg p-acp r-crq dt n1 n1 cc j n2 vmb vbi vvn n2; (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
21 better the tender and delicate Women had never been Mothers, than through want and Famine to eat their Children of a span long. better the tender and delicate Women had never been Mother's, than through want and Famine to eat their Children of a span long. av-jc dt j cc j n2 vhd av-x vbn ng1, cs p-acp n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
22 When a Papist came to Bishop Hooper at the Stake, ready for the Fire, with a pretence of compassion, saying, Sir, I am sorry to see you thus, the Martyr replied, When a Papist Come to Bishop Hooper At the Stake, ready for the Fire, with a pretence of compassion, saying, Sir, I am sorry to see you thus, the Martyr replied, c-crq dt njp vvd p-acp n1 np1 p-acp dt n1, j p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg, n1, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pn22 av, dt vvb vvd, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
23 and haply in allusion to this of our Lord, Be sorry for thy-self, man, and lament thy own wickedness, and haply in allusion to this of our Lord, Be sorry for thyself, man, and lament thy own wickedness, cc av p-acp n1 p-acp d pp-f po12 n1, vbb j p-acp n1, n1, cc vvb po21 d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
24 for I am well, I thank God, and Death to me for Christs sake, is welcome. for I am well, I thank God, and Death to me for Christ sake, is welcome. c-acp pns11 vbm av, pns11 vvb np1, cc n1 p-acp pno11 p-acp npg1 n1, vbz j-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
25 Weep for your selves and your Children. Weep for your selves and your Children. vvb p-acp po22 n2 cc po22 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 2
26 Jerusalem was now become like the Cities of the Nations, like that Heathenish City of Nineveh, Civitas sanguinum, a Bloody City, Nahum 3. 1. in her was found the Blood of all the Lords Prophets and Righteous Servants, the Blood of the Son of God, Jerusalem was now become like the Cities of the nations, like that Heathenish city of Nineveh, Civitas Sanguinum, a Bloody city, Nahum 3. 1. in her was found the Blood of all the lords prophets and Righteous Servants, the Blood of the Son of God, np1 vbds av vvn av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n2, av-j d j n1 pp-f np1, np1 fw-la, dt j n1, np1 crd crd p-acp pno31 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 n2 cc j n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
27 and Saviour of the World, whence 'tis that she is compared unto a dry Tree, Luke 23. 31. as being fitted for that Fire, which the Justice of God would shortly kindle in it by the Roman Legions. From the words we observe, and Saviour of the World, whence it's that she is compared unto a dry Tree, Lycia 23. 31. as being fitted for that Fire, which the justice of God would shortly kindle in it by the Roman Legions. From the words we observe, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31|vbz cst pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, av crd crd c-acp vbg vvn p-acp d n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd av-j vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt np1 n2. p-acp dt n2 pns12 vvb, (3) text (DIV1) 1 Page 3
28 1. The Saints present Sufferings deserve not Tears in comparison of the future sufferings of cruel Persecutors; 1. The Saints present Sufferings deserve not Tears in comparison of the future sufferings of cruel Persecutors; crd dt n2 j n2 vvb xx n2 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 3
29 there is no proportion between a Drop and an Ocean, a Moment and Eternity. there is no proportion between a Drop and an Ocean, a Moment and Eternity. a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 2 Page 3
30 2. Those that have Bowels of Compassion should mourn upon the prospect they have of the miseries which will follow a National Oppression, and Persecution of the Truth. 2. Those that have Bowels of Compassion should mourn upon the prospect they have of the misery's which will follow a National Oppression, and Persecution of the Truth. crd d cst vhb n2 pp-f n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb pp-f dt n2 r-crq vmb vvi dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 3 Page 3
31 In the opening of this point we shall consider these five things. 1. The Ground of Persecution. 2. When Persecution is National. 3. The Law lessens not the Guilt of Persecution. 4. Persecution brings sore Judgments. 5. Persecution calls for Mourning. In the opening of this point we shall Consider these five things. 1. The Ground of Persecution. 2. When Persecution is National. 3. The Law lessens not the Gilded of Persecution. 4. Persecution brings soar Judgments. 5. Persecution calls for Mourning. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 pns12 vmb vvi d crd n2. crd dt n1 pp-f n1. crd c-crq n1 vbz j. crd dt n1 vvz xx dt j-vvn pp-f n1. crd n1 vvz j n2. crd n1 vvz p-acp vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 4 Page 3
32 1. The Oppression and Persecution of the Truth proceeds from the Natural Enmity of Man against the Light of Truth and Holiness, which serves only to vex the Conscience when it doth not renew the Heart. 1. The Oppression and Persecution of the Truth proceeds from the Natural Enmity of Man against the Light of Truth and Holiness, which serves only to vex the Conscience when it does not renew the Heart. crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pn31 vdz xx vvi dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
33 The Prophets, Apostles, the Saints and Martyrs, were Burning and Shining Lights, shining in Holiness, burning with Zeal; The prophets, Apostles, the Saints and Martyrs, were Burning and Shining Lights, shining in Holiness, burning with Zeal; dt n2, n2, dt n2 cc n2, vbdr vvg cc vvg n2, vvg p-acp n1, vvg p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
34 thundering in their Doctrine, lightning in their Life. thundering in their Doctrine, lightning in their Life. vvg p-acp po32 n1, n1 p-acp po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
35 The Two Witnesses in their Sackcloth tormented them that dwelt on the Earth, Revel. 11. 3, 10. the Divine Light shining through their Sackcloth offended the tender Eyes of the Antichristian World: The Two Witnesses in their sackcloth tormented them that dwelled on the Earth, Revel. 11. 3, 10. the Divine Light shining through their sackcloth offended the tender Eyes of the Antichristian World: dt crd n2 p-acp po32 n1 vvd pno32 cst vvd p-acp dt n1, vvb. crd crd, crd dt n-jn av-j vvg p-acp po32 n1 vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt jp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 3
36 The Prophet Elias tormented Ahab, and Jezebel, who vowed his Death, yet was he taken up to Heaven in peace with a peculiar mark of Honour, 2 Kings 2. 11. John the Baptist tormented Incestuous Herod by naming his Herodias, Mat. 14. 3, 10, 11. 'Tis Death to touch the sore place of Great Persons, either in Church or State; because the Two Witnesses, who were Oyl and Light, Revel. 11. 4. were bold to say the Pope was Antichrist, Rome was Babylon, the Religion there was Superstition and Idolatry, it gave such vexation to the Followers of the Beast, that they could not rest nor be merry till they saw their dead Bodies lye in the Streets of the Great City, Revel. 11. 7, 8, 10. Cain who was of the wicked one, slew his Brother; The Prophet Elias tormented Ahab, and Jezebel, who vowed his Death, yet was he taken up to Heaven in peace with a peculiar mark of Honour, 2 Kings 2. 11. John the Baptist tormented Incestuous Herod by naming his Herodias, Mathew 14. 3, 10, 11. It's Death to touch the soar place of Great Persons, either in Church or State; Because the Two Witnesses, who were Oil and Light, Revel. 11. 4. were bold to say the Pope was Antichrist, Rome was Babylon, the Religion there was Superstition and Idolatry, it gave such vexation to the Followers of the Beast, that they could not rest nor be merry till they saw their dead Bodies lie in the Streets of the Great city, Revel. 11. 7, 8, 10. Cain who was of the wicked one, slew his Brother; dt n1 np1 vvn np1, cc np1, r-crq vvd po31 n1, av vbds pns31 vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, crd n2 crd crd np1 dt n1 vvn j np1 p-acp vvg po31 np1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f j n2, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1; p-acp dt crd n2, r-crq vbdr n1 cc n1, vvb. crd crd vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbds np1, np1 vbds np1, dt n1 a-acp vbds n1 cc n1, pn31 vvd d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi ccx vbb j c-acp pns32 vvd po32 j n2 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, vvb. crd crd, crd, crd np1 r-crq vbds pp-f dt j pi, vvd po31 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
37 and wherefore slew he him? because his own Works were evil, and his Brothers righteous, 1 John 3. 12. The Targum on Genesis says, wicked Cain denied the Providence of God, and Wherefore slew he him? Because his own Works were evil, and his Brother's righteous, 1 John 3. 12. The Targum on Genesis Says, wicked Cain denied the Providence of God, cc q-crq vvd pns31 pno31? p-acp po31 d vvz vbdr j-jn, cc po31 n2 j, vvn np1 crd crd dt np1 p-acp n1 vvz, j np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
38 and the Judgment to come, and because righteous Abel asserted both, therefore his Brother slew him. and the Judgement to come, and Because righteous Abel asserted both, Therefore his Brother slew him. cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc c-acp j np1 vvn av-d, av po31 n1 vvd pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
39 Cain is dead, says Bucheltzerus, he is dead, but he lives still in his Heirs and Executors. Cain is dead, Says Bucheltzerus, he is dead, but he lives still in his Heirs and Executors. np1 vbz j, vvz np1, pns31 vbz j, cc-acp pns31 vvz av p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
40 Qui clavam ejus sanguine Abelis rubentem circumferunt. Who carry about with them as a Holy Relique Cain 's Bloody Club. Qui clavam His sanguine Abelis rubentem circumferunt. Who carry about with them as a Holy Relic Cain is Bloody Club. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. q-crq vvb a-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1 np1 vbz j n1 (3) text (DIV1) 5 Page 4
41 2. The Oppression and Persecution of the Truth may be said to be National, when it hath wrought it self into the Laws of the Land: And indeed Persecution is never so brisk and lively, 2. The Oppression and Persecution of the Truth may be said to be National, when it hath wrought it self into the Laws of the Land: And indeed Persecution is never so brisk and lively, crd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j, c-crq pn31 vhz vvn pn31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: cc av n1 vbz av-x av j cc j, (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
42 as when it hath the Law on its side: as when it hath the Law on its side: c-acp c-crq pn31 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
43 It hath ever been the wisdom of those, that erect Golden Images for Worship in the Plain of Dura, that is in their Generation, to procure a Decree from Nebuchadnezzar in favour of them, Dan. 3. 1, 7. there is such a thing as framing mischief by a Law, Psal. 94. 20, 21. They were Jews, that said, We have a Law, and by our Law he ought to die, John 19. 7. and when once a Law is passed, they gather themselves together against the Soul of the righteous, and condemn the Innocent Blood. It hath ever been the Wisdom of those, that erect Golden Images for Worship in the Plain of Dura, that is in their Generation, to procure a decree from Nebuchadnezzar in favour of them, Dan. 3. 1, 7. there is such a thing as framing mischief by a Law, Psalm 94. 20, 21. They were jews, that said, We have a Law, and by our Law he ought to die, John 19. 7. and when once a Law is passed, they gather themselves together against the Soul of the righteous, and condemn the Innocent Blood. pn31 vhz av vbn dt n1 pp-f d, cst vvb j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f pno32, np1 crd crd, crd a-acp vbz d dt n1 c-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd pns32 vbdr np2, cst vvd, pns12 vhb dt n1, cc p-acp po12 n1 pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd cc c-crq c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn, pns32 vvb px32 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc vvi dt j-jn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
44 The Followers of the Lamb become Criminals, and the best of Men are made offenders for a word. The Followers of the Lamb become Criminals, and the best of Men Are made offenders for a word. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvi n2-jn, cc dt js pp-f n2 vbr vvn n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
45 This, the Holy Ghost calls weighing the violence of the hands, Psal. 58. 2. Justice is wont to be represented to us with a Ballance in her Hand, This, the Holy Ghost calls weighing the violence of the hands, Psalm 58. 2. justice is wont to be represented to us with a Balance in her Hand, d, dt j n1 vvz vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd crd n1 vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt vvb p-acp po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
46 and Palas (in the Hebrew) signifies not only to weigh, but to frame any thing by Rule and Line, so that the expression of weighing the violence of the hands, notes profound exquisite Malice and Oppression under the specious pretence of precise and accurate Righteousness. and Palas (in the Hebrew) signifies not only to weigh, but to frame any thing by Rule and Line, so that the expression of weighing the violence of the hands, notes profound exquisite Malice and Oppression under the specious pretence of precise and accurate Righteousness. cc np1 (p-acp dt njp) vvz xx av-j p-acp vvb, p-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp vvi cc n1, av cst dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2, n2 j j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j cc j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
47 The Thrones of Justice whiles Thrones of Ivory, 1 King. 10. 18. pure and white are honourable, The Thrones of justice while Thrones of Ivory, 1 King. 10. 18. pure and white Are honourable, dt n2 pp-f n1 cs n2 pp-f n1, crd n1. crd crd j cc j-jn vbr j, (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
48 but if they degenerate, and become Thorns of Iniquity, they are no longer under the care and regard of God, but if they degenerate, and become Thorns of Iniquity, they Are no longer under the care and regard of God, cc-acp cs pns32 vvi, cc vvi n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
49 but are an abomination to him. but Are an abomination to him. cc-acp vbr dt n1 p-acp pno31. (3) text (DIV1) 6 Page 4
50 3. When Oppression and Persecution, by the Craft and Arts of Bad men, gain the Countenance of the Law, that doth not Lessen the Guilt, but Aggravate it. 3. When Oppression and Persecution, by the Craft and Arts of Bad men, gain the Countenance of the Law, that does not Lessen the Gilded, but Aggravate it. crd c-crq n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f j n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vdz xx vvi dt j-vvn, p-acp vvi pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
51 When Pilate boasted of his power over our Lord, as tho it were within the compass of his Commission, either to Crucifie, When Pilate boasted of his power over our Lord, as though it were within the compass of his Commission, either to Crucify, c-crq np1 vvd pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po12 n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-d pc-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
52 or Release him, Jesus answered, Thou couldst have no power at all against me, Except it were given thee from above, or Release him, jesus answered, Thou Couldst have no power At all against me, Except it were given thee from above, cc vvb pno31, np1 vvd, pns21 vmd2 vhi dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pno11, c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn pno21 p-acp a-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
53 therefore he that delivered me unto thee hath the Greater Sin, John 19, 10. 11. Hence it apears, that Magistracy and Government is Gods Ordinance; Therefore he that Delivered me unto thee hath the Greater since, John 19, 10. 11. Hence it appears, that Magistracy and Government is God's Ordinance; av pns31 cst vvd pno11 p-acp pno21 vhz dt jc n1, np1 crd, crd crd av pn31 vvz, cst n1 cc n1 vbz npg1 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
54 The powers that be are ordained of God, Rom. 13. 1. for the defence of the Innocent, The Powers that be Are ordained of God, Rom. 13. 1. for the defence of the Innocent, dt n2 cst vbb vbr vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
55 and the terrour of evil doers, ver. 3. and though man, exalted on high, presumes to do his pleasure, making his Will the measure of Justice, and the terror of evil doers, ver. 3. and though man, exalted on high, Presumest to do his pleasure, making his Will the measure of justice, cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, fw-la. crd cc cs n1, vvn p-acp j, vv2 p-acp vdi po31 n1, vvg po31 vmb dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
56 yet is he accountable to God, who never cloaths any person with so absolute and unlimited Authority, yet is he accountable to God, who never clothes any person with so absolute and unlimited authority, av vbz pns31 j p-acp np1, r-crq av n2 d n1 p-acp av j cc j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
57 as to acquit the Guilty, and condemn the Just. as to acquit the Guilty, and condemn the Just. c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j, cc vvi dt j. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
58 It gives a crimson and scarlet dye to the wickedness of Persecutors, when they serve their Malice upon Gods Ordinance, It gives a crimson and scarlet die to the wickedness of Persecutors, when they serve their Malice upon God's Ordinance, pn31 vvz dt j-jn cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
59 and make the Government a Covering for their Oppression, therefore saith our Lord, He that delivered me unto thee, hath the greater Sin: and make the Government a Covering for their Oppression, Therefore Says our Lord, He that Delivered me unto thee, hath the greater since: cc vvi dt n1 dt vvg p-acp po32 n1, av vvz po12 n1, pns31 cst vvd pno11 p-acp pno21, vhz dt jc n1: (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
60 He, that is, Judas, the Sanedrim, or the people of the Jews, have the greater Sin. Jezebel makes use of the Kings name and Seal, not without the Formality of the Law, He, that is, Judas, the Sanhedrin, or the people of the jews, have the greater Sin. Jezebel makes use of the Kings name and Seal, not without the Formality of the Law, pns31, cst vbz, np1, dt np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt np2, vhb dt jc np1 np1 vvz n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc vvi, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
61 and a Fast too, to take away the vineyard and Life of Naboth, but her Judgment and destruction did not slumber, notwithstanding her Complement, and a Fast too, to take away the vineyard and Life of Naboth, but her Judgement and destruction did not slumber, notwithstanding her Compliment, cc dt av-j av, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vdd xx vvi, c-acp po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
62 for of this Jezebel the Lord spake, The Dogs shall eat Jezebel by the Wall of Jezreel, 1 Kings 21. 23. this painted Queen is mentioned in the Revelation, as tho she still Lived and Reigned in the Churches, chap. 2. 20, 21. Thou sufferest that woman Jezebel, which calleth her self a Prophetess to teach and seduce my Servants to commit Fornication, for of this Jezebel the Lord spoke, The Dogs shall eat Jezebel by the Wall of Jezrael, 1 Kings 21. 23. this painted Queen is mentioned in the Revelation, as though she still Lived and Reigned in the Churches, chap. 2. 20, 21. Thou sufferest that woman Jezebel, which calls her self a Prophetess to teach and seduce my Servants to commit Fornication, c-acp pp-f d np1 dt n1 vvd, dt n2 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd n2 crd crd d j-vvn n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp cs pns31 av vvd cc vvd p-acp dt n2, n1 crd crd, crd pns21 vv2 d n1 np1, r-crq vvz po31 n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po11 n2 pc-acp vvi n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
63 and to eat things Sacrificed unto Idols, and I gave her space to Repent, and she Repented not, ver. 22. Behold, I will cast her into a Bed, and to eat things Sacrificed unto Idols, and I gave her Molle to repent, and she Repented not, ver. 22. Behold, I will cast her into a Bed, cc pc-acp vvi n2 vvn p-acp n2, cc pns11 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pns31 vvn xx, fw-la. crd vvb, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
64 and them that commit adultery with her into Great Tribulation, except they Repent of their deeds. and them that commit adultery with her into Great Tribulation, except they repent of their Deeds. cc pno32 cst vvb n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1, c-acp pns32 vvb pp-f po32 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
65 ver. 23. and I will kill her children with Death, and all the churches shall know, that I am he that searcheth the reins and hearts, ver. 23. and I will kill her children with Death, and all the Churches shall know, that I am he that Searches the reins and hearts, fw-la. crd cc pns11 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc d dt n2 vmb vvi, cst pns11 vbm pns31 cst vvz dt n2 cc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
66 and I will give unto every one of you according to your works. and I will give unto every one of you according to your works. cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d crd pp-f pn22 vvg p-acp po22 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
67 It was a great blemish in the church of Thyatira to retain so much honour for this Jezebel, by whom it's likely some Naboth 's suffered, It was a great blemish in the Church of Thyatira to retain so much honour for this Jezebel, by whom it's likely Some Naboth is suffered, pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av d n1 p-acp d np1, p-acp ro-crq pn31|vbz j d np1 vbz vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 5
68 though we might find the Prophets of the Lord in the name of Naboth; yet we shall content our selves to observe that every man as well as Naboth hath a vineyard, which is the Inheritance of his Fathers. though we might find the prophets of the Lord in the name of Naboth; yet we shall content our selves to observe that every man as well as Naboth hath a vineyard, which is the Inheritance of his Father's. cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; av pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi cst d n1 c-acp av c-acp np1 vhz dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 6
69 The possession of a good Conscience, and they must not part with it to humor King Ahab, but must rather run all hazards, The possession of a good Conscience, and they must not part with it to humour King Ahab, but must rather run all hazards, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n1 n1 np1, p-acp vmb av-c vvi d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 6
70 and fall a sacrifice to this wicked Jezebel, who, when she can with her Painted Beauty, steal away the hearts of Princes, will get the stamp of the Royal Authority, upon her bloody Contrivances, and fallen a sacrifice to this wicked Jezebel, who, when she can with her Painted Beauty, steal away the hearts of Princes, will get the stamp of the Royal authority, upon her bloody Contrivances, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d j np1, r-crq, c-crq pns31 vmb p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, vvb av dt n2 pp-f n2, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp po31 j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 6
71 and destroy every Naboth, as a blasphemer of God and the King, because he will not alienate the Inheritance of his Fathers, and destroy every Naboth, as a blasphemer of God and the King, Because he will not alienate the Inheritance of his Father's, cc vvi d np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 6
72 nor suffer his Vineyard to be Converted into a Garden of bitter Herbs, 1 Kings 21. 2. Magistrates are said to be Shields, rather than Swords, Psal. 47. 9. their office is the Defence of Vertue and Holiness, 'tis an accursed piece of Sacriledge to take down the Golden Shields of the Temple, nor suffer his Vineyard to be Converted into a Garden of bitter Herbs, 1 Kings 21. 2. Magistrates Are said to be Shields, rather than Swords, Psalm 47. 9. their office is the Defence of Virtue and Holiness, it's an accursed piece of Sacrilege to take down the Golden Shields of the Temple, ccx vvi po31 np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, crd n2 crd crd ng1 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2, av-c cs n2, np1 crd crd po32 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31|vbz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 6
73 and beat them into Swords, and then consign them to the Philistines, or to take the sacred Horns of the Altar of the Lord, and beatrice them into Swords, and then consign them to the philistines, or to take the sacred Horns of the Altar of the Lord, cc vvd pno32 p-acp n2, cc av vvi pno32 p-acp dt njp2, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 6
74 and adorn the Head of the Beast with them that with a better Grace he may Gore the Saints, to the Joy of the whole earth, and adorn the Head of the Beast with them that with a better Grace he may Gore the Saints, to the Joy of the Whole earth, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32 d p-acp dt jc n1 pns31 vmb vvi dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 6
75 or to entertain the Levites, who are Joyned to the Lord by a Covenant of Salt, with poisoned wine in the Golden Bowls of the Sanctuary. or to entertain the Levites, who Are Joined to the Lord by a Covenant of Salt, with poisoned wine in the Golden Bowls of the Sanctuary. cc pc-acp vvi dt np2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 7 Page 6
76 4. Oppression and Persecution of the Truth, though gilded with those great Names of Law, Justice, Publick Safety, are always acompanyed with terrible Judgments. 4. Oppression and Persecution of the Truth, though gilded with those great Names of Law, justice, Public Safety, Are always accompanied with terrible Judgments. crd n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cs vvn p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, n1, j n1, vbr av vvn p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 6
77 The Sin is very dareing and provoking, other Sins affront the Deity, but Persecution brings to mind that of Caesar, Miles faciem feri, it smites God upon the face, it wounds him in the Apple of his eye, Zech. 2 8. When Paul was mad against the Church like the ravening Wolf of the Evenings, for he was of the Tribe of Benjamin, Gen. 49. 27. Phil. 3. 5. our Saviour call'd to him out of Heaven, The since is very daring and provoking, other Sins affront the Deity, but Persecution brings to mind that of Caesar, Miles Face Feri, it smites God upon the face, it wounds him in the Apple of his eye, Zechariah 2 8. When Paul was mad against the Church like the ravening Wolf of the Evenings, for he was of the Tribe of Benjamin, Gen. 49. 27. Philip 3. 5. our Saviour called to him out of Heaven, dt n1 vbz av vvg cc vvg, j-jn n2 vvb dt n1, p-acp n1 vvz pc-acp vvi d pp-f np1, n2 fw-la fw-la, pn31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd c-crq np1 vbds j p-acp dt n1 av-j dt vvg n1 pp-f dt n2, c-acp pns31 vbds pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd po12 n1 vvn p-acp pno31 av pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 6
78 and bid him hold, for he set all his wounds a bleeding afresh Acts 9. 4. There was a curse, which fell upon the earth by the Sin of Adam, Gen. 3. 17. and man multiplyeth the curse upon himself by his Implacable Enmity against the seed of God: whiles the Jews were the Segulla, the peculiar Treasure of of the Lord, all sorts of Plagues, did light upon the Egyptians, and the nations round about, for oppressing them; and bid him hold, for he Set all his wounds a bleeding afresh Acts 9. 4. There was a curse, which fell upon the earth by the since of Adam, Gen. 3. 17. and man multiplieth the curse upon himself by his Implacable Enmity against the seed of God: while the jews were the Segulla, the peculiar Treasure of of the Lord, all sorts of Plagues, did Light upon the egyptians, and the Nations round about, for oppressing them; cc vvb pno31 vvi, c-acp pns31 vvd d po31 n2 dt j-vvg av n2 crd crd pc-acp vbds dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cc n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp px31 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: cs dt np2 vbdr dt np1, dt j n1 pp-f pp-f dt n1, d n2 pp-f n2, vdd vvi p-acp dt njp2, cc dt n2 av-j a-acp, p-acp vvg pno32; (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 6
79 but when the Jews became Loammi, and ceased to be the people of God, all sorts of Plagues befel themselves, but when the jews became Loammi, and ceased to be the people of God, all sorts of Plagues befell themselves, cc-acp c-crq dt np2 vvd np1, cc vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, d n2 pp-f n2 vvn px32, (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 6
80 because they persecuted their Little Sister, the anointed of the Lord. Because they persecuted their Little Sister, the anointed of the Lord. c-acp pns32 vvn po32 j n1, dt n-vvn pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 6
81 Where Christ apears in any of his Poor Followers, there is some Signature of his Kingly Spirit upon them, which the envious Spirit of man, not being able to endure, seeks to extinguish, that the Inheritance may be his; Where christ appears in any of his Poor Followers, there is Some Signature of his Kingly Spirit upon them, which the envious Spirit of man, not being able to endure, seeks to extinguish, that the Inheritance may be his; c-crq np1 vvz p-acp d pp-f po31 j n2, pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1, xx vbg j pc-acp vvi, vvz pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vmb vbi png31; (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 7
82 The Antichristian State and Church of Rome, which is set forth by Babylon for her Idolatry; The Antichristian State and Church of Rome, which is Set forth by Babylon for her Idolatry; dt jp n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz vvn av p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 7
83 by Sodom, for her filthiness and Immoralities; by Sodom, for her filthiness and Immoralities; p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n2; (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 7
84 by Egypt, for her oppression and persecution, is under this condemnation, that the time shall come; by Egypt, for her oppression and persecution, is under this condemnation, that the time shall come; p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, vbz p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 7
85 that there shall no more be heard in her, the voice of the Bridegroom, and the Bride, Rev. 18. 23. 1. There shall be no more of that cruel and bloody race; that there shall no more be herd in her, the voice of the Bridegroom, and the Bride, Rev. 18. 23. 1. There shall be no more of that cruel and bloody raze; cst a-acp vmb dx av-dc vbi vvn p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1, n1 crd crd crd pc-acp vmb vbi dx dc pp-f d j cc j n1; (3) text (DIV1) 8 Page 7
86 The Inquisition hath made Spain poor, and the Dragoons have made France weak; The Inquisition hath made Spain poor, and the Dragoons have made France weak; dt n1 vhz vvn np1 j, cc dt av vhb vvn np1 j; (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 7
87 Oppression and Persecution have broken in pieces all the four Famous Empires of the World, set forth in Daniel, c. 2. v. 32 by the Head of fine Gold, Arms and Breasts of Silver, Belly and Thighs of Brass, Legs of Iron, Oppression and Persecution have broken in Pieces all the four Famous Empires of the World, Set forth in daniel, c. 2. v. 32 by the Head of fine Gold, Arms and Breasts of Silver, Belly and Thighs of Brass, Legs of Iron, n1 cc n1 vhb vvn p-acp n2 d dt crd j n2 pp-f dt n1, vvd av p-acp np1, sy. crd n1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 7
88 and Feet part of Iron and part of Clay, The Empires of the Assyrians, Medes and Persiane, Grecians, and Romans. 'Twas no contemptible counsel which Tertullian gave Scapula a Bloody Persecutor, Si nobis non parcis, tibi parce, si non tibi, Carthagini, if thou wilt not spare us, and Feet part of Iron and part of Clay, The Empires of the Assyrians, Medes and Persian, Greeks, and Romans. 'Twas not contemptible counsel which Tertullian gave Scapula a Bloody Persecutor, Si nobis non parcis, tibi parce, si non tibi, Carthagini, if thou wilt not spare us, cc n2 vvb pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, dt n2 pp-f dt njp2, np2 cc jp, njp2, cc np1. pn31|vbds xx j n1 r-crq np1 vvd np1 dt j n1, fw-mi fw-la fw-la uh, fw-la fw-fr, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la, fw-la, cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 7
89 yet spare thy self, if not thy self, yet spare thy City Carthage. But it sutes best with our Text to look a little, into that which befell the Jews after their Crucifixion of our Lord, they had many Prodigies, which did foreshew their desolation, yet spare thy self, if not thy self, yet spare thy city Carthage. But it suits best with our Text to look a little, into that which befell the jews After their Crucifixion of our Lord, they had many Prodigies, which did foreshow their desolation, av vvb po21 n1, cs xx po21 n1, av vvb po21 n1 np1. p-acp pn31 n2 av-js p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j, p-acp d r-crq vvd dt np2 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f po12 n1, pns32 vhd d n2, r-crq vdd vvb po32 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 7
90 and the desolations did answer their Prodigies. and the desolations did answer their Prodigies. cc dt n2 vdd vvi po32 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 7
91 A Star is seen over the City like a Flaming Sword, Armies of Soldiers seen in the Air, a Cow at the Altar Calves a Lamb, the Brazen gates of the Temple notwithstanding their Locks and and Bolts, flew open in the night, Voices heard from Heaven (migremus hinc) let us go hence, one Jesus, son of Ananias, went about four years, crying, Woe, Woe, Woe, to Jerusalem. A Star is seen over the city like a Flaming Sword, Armies of Soldiers seen in the Air, a Cow At the Altar Calves a Lamb, the Brazen gates of the Temple notwithstanding their Locks and and Bolts, flew open in the night, Voices herd from Heaven (Migremus hinc) let us go hence, one jesus, son of Ananias, went about four Years, crying, Woe, Woe, Woe, to Jerusalem. dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 av-j dt vvg n1, n2 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 n2 dt n1, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc cc n2, vvd av-j p-acp dt n1, n2 vvn p-acp n1 (fw-la fw-la) vvb pno12 vvi av, crd np1, n1 pp-f np1, vvd p-acp crd n2, vvg, n1, n1, n1, p-acp np1. (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 7
92 Now the Vengeance was every way correspondent to the Tokens of it, one million of Jews slain by Sword, Famine, Now the Vengeance was every Way correspondent to the Tokens of it, one million of jews slave by Sword, Famine, av dt n1 vbds d n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, crd crd pp-f np2 vvn p-acp n1, n1, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 7
93 and Pestilence, near one hundred thousand made Captives and Slaves, the tender Mothers and delicate Women, Eat their own Children of a Span long; and Pestilence, near one hundred thousand made Captives and Slaves, the tender Mother's and delicate Women, Eat their own Children of a Span long; cc n1, av-j crd crd crd j-vvn n2-jn cc n2, dt j ng1 cc j n2, vvb po32 d n2 pp-f dt j j; (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 7
94 the Historian saith, that there was one Woman, that in the bitterness of her distress, slew and boiled her Son, the Historian Says, that there was one Woman, that in the bitterness of her distress, slew and boiled her Son, dt n1 vvz, cst a-acp vbds crd n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvd cc vvd po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 7
95 and presently Eat a part of him, we may suppose the Head, or an Arm, or a Leg, and then laid up the Remainder; and presently Eat a part of him, we may suppose the Head, or an Arm, or a Leg, and then laid up the Remainder; cc av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f pno31, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc av vvd a-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 7
96 not long after, some of the seditious Bloody Villains of the City came to her, threatning her with present Death, not long After, Some of the seditious Bloody Villains of the city Come to her, threatening her with present Death, xx av-j a-acp, d pp-f dt j j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, vvg pno31 p-acp j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 8
97 unless she would bring forth what Provision she had, who immediately brought forth that part of her Child which remained, at the sad sight whereof, unless she would bring forth what Provision she had, who immediately brought forth that part of her Child which remained, At the sad sighed whereof, cs pns31 vmd vvi av q-crq n1 pns31 vhd, r-crq av-j vvd av d n1 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq vvd, p-acp dt j n1 c-crq, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 8
98 even those merciless wretches were smitten with sudden horror and amazement, insomuch, that the Mother spake to them, saying, What! will you be more compassionate than a Mother? Will not you Eat where I have Eaten? But of this we need say no more, even those merciless wretches were smitten with sudden horror and amazement, insomuch, that the Mother spoke to them, saying, What! will you be more compassionate than a Mother? Will not you Eat where I have Eaten? But of this we need say no more, av d j n2 vbdr vvn p-acp j n1 cc n1, av, cst dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, vvg, uh vmb pn22 vbi av-dc j cs dt n1? n1 xx pn22 vvi c-crq pns11 vhb vvn? p-acp pp-f d pns12 vvb vvb av-dx av-dc, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 8
99 because the History of the Destruction of Jerusalem is in many of your Hands: Because the History of the Destruction of Jerusalem is in many of your Hands: c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp d pp-f po22 n2: (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 8
100 Only observe that in the Prophet Amos, ch. 1. 9. Thus saith the Lord, for three Transgressions of Tyrus, Only observe that in the Prophet Amos, changed. 1. 9. Thus Says the Lord, for three Transgressions of Tyre, av-j vvb cst p-acp dt n1 np1, n1. crd crd av vvz dt n1, p-acp crd n2 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 8
101 and for four I will not turn away the Punishment thereof, because they delivered up the whole Captivity to Edom, and for four I will not turn away the Punishment thereof, Because they Delivered up the Whole Captivity to Edom, cc p-acp crd pns11 vmb xx vvi av dt n1 av, c-acp pns32 vvd a-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 8
102 and remembred not the Brotherly Covenant, v. 10. but I will send a Fire on the Walls of Tyrus, which shall devour the Pallaces thereof. and remembered not the Brotherly Covenant, v. 10. but I will send a Fire on the Walls of Tyre, which shall devour the Palaces thereof. cc vvd xx dt j n1, n1 crd p-acp pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n2 av. (3) text (DIV1) 9 Page 8
103 Here we may observe, that though the Lord be Gracious, and Mercifull, and Long-suffering, bearing with Three sins, many sins; Here we may observe, that though the Lord be Gracious, and Merciful, and Long-suffering, bearing with Three Sins, many Sins; av pns12 vmb vvi, cst cs dt n1 vbb j, cc j, cc j, vvg p-acp crd n2, d n2; (3) text (DIV1) 10 Page 8
104 yet when it comes to the Fourth sin, which is Persecution, he will not pardon. yet when it comes to the Fourth since, which is Persecution, he will not pardon. av c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 10 Page 8
105 Damascus fourth sin was Persecution, v. 3. so Gaza, v. 6. so Edom, v. 11. so Ammon, v. 13. so Tyrus, v. 9, 10. which delivered up the whole Captivity to Edom, there had once been a Brotherly Covenant, between Solomon King of Jerusalem, and Hiram King of Tirus, but that it seems was forgotten, Damascus fourth since was Persecution, v. 3. so Gaza, v. 6. so Edom, v. 11. so Ammon, v. 13. so Tyre, v. 9, 10. which Delivered up the Whole Captivity to Edom, there had once been a Brotherly Covenant, between Solomon King of Jerusalem, and Hiram King of Tyre, but that it seems was forgotten, np1 ord n1 vbds n1, n1 crd av np1, n1 crd av np1, n1 crd av np1, n1 crd av np1, n1 crd, crd r-crq vvd a-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1, a-acp vhd a-acp vbn dt j n1, p-acp np1 n1 pp-f np1, cc np1 n1 pp-f np1, p-acp cst pn31 vvz vbds j-vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 10 Page 8
106 and the Tyrians became Treacherous and Cruel, for which the Lord did wonderfully chastise them by Nebuchadnezzar, who after a fourteen years Siege, made Tyrus Desolate. and the Tyrians became Treacherous and Cruel, for which the Lord did wonderfully chastise them by Nebuchadnezzar, who After a fourteen Years Siege, made Tyre Desolate. cc dt njp2 vvd j cc j, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vdd av-j vvi pno32 p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp dt crd n2 n1, vvd np1 j. (3) text (DIV1) 10 Page 8
107 Tyrus was a famous City, built upon a Rock in an Island in the midst of the Sea, her Merchants were Princes, her Houses were Pallaces but no strength of any Place or People, by Nature or Art, Tyre was a famous city, built upon a Rock in an Island in the midst of the Sea, her Merchant's were Princes, her Houses were Palaces but no strength of any Place or People, by Nature or Art, np1 vbds dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, po31 n2 vbdr n2, po31 n2 vbdr n2 p-acp dx n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 10 Page 8
108 or both, can secure against those sharp Arrows which God hath ordained for those that inhumanely Persecute their Brethren. or both, can secure against those sharp Arrows which God hath ordained for those that inhumanely Persecute their Brothers. cc d, vmb vvi p-acp d j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp d cst av-j vvi po32 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 10 Page 8
109 5. Those that have Bowels of compassion, should mourn upon the prospect they have of the miseries which will follow a National Oppression, and Persecution of the Truth. 5. Those that have Bowels of compassion, should mourn upon the prospect they have of the misery's which will follow a National Oppression, and Persecution of the Truth. crd d cst vhb n2 pp-f n1, vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb pp-f dt n2 r-crq vmb vvi dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 11 Page 8
110 Our Lord wept and lamented over Jerusalem; O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, that Killest the Prophets, and Stonest them that are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy Children together even as a Hen gathereth her Chickens under her Wings, and ye would not; Our Lord wept and lamented over Jerusalem; Oh Jerusalem, Jerusalem, that Killest the prophets, and Stonest them that Are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy Children together even as a Hen gathereth her Chickens under her Wings, and you would not; po12 n1 vvd cc vvn p-acp np1; uh np1, np1, cst vv2 dt n2, cc js-jn pno32 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno21, c-crq av vmd pns11 vhi vvn po21 n2 av av c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc pn22 vmd xx; (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 9
111 behold your House is left to you desolate, Mat. 23. 37, 38. Luk. 19. 41. It eminently appears, that our Lords Love was great to Jerusalem, in that after he arose from the Dead, behold your House is left to you desolate, Mathew 23. 37, 38. Luk. 19. 41. It eminently appears, that our lords Love was great to Jerusalem, in that After he arose from the Dead, vvb po22 n1 vbz vvn p-acp pn22 j, np1 crd crd, crd np1 crd crd pn31 av-j vvz, cst po12 n2 vvb vbds j p-acp np1, p-acp d c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt j, (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 9
112 when he charged the Apostles to Preach Repentance and Remission of sins to all Nations, he gave them particular Direction to begin at Jerusalem, Luk. 24. 47. that that very place, that had drawn upon it self the guilt of his precious Blood, might have the first offer of Salvation by its Merits. when he charged the Apostles to Preach Repentance and Remission of Sins to all nations, he gave them particular Direction to begin At Jerusalem, Luk. 24. 47. that that very place, that had drawn upon it self the guilt of his precious Blood, might have the First offer of Salvation by its Merits. c-crq pns31 vvd dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n2, pns31 vvd pno32 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, np1 crd crd d d j n1, cst vhd vvn p-acp pn31 n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, vmd vhi dt ord n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 9
113 The Prophet Isaiah tells us, that his Bowels should sound like a Harp for Moab, The Prophet Isaiah tells us, that his Bowels should found like a Harp for Moab, dt n1 np1 vvz pno12, cst po31 n2 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp np1, (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 9
114 and his inward part for Kirharesh, chap. 16. 11. this Kirharesh was Heliopolis the City of the Sun, where the Sun was the Idol of Worship, and his inward part for Kirharesh, chap. 16. 11. this Kirharesh was Heliopolis the city of the Sun, where the Sun was the Idol of Worship, cc po31 j n1 p-acp j, n1 crd crd d j vbds np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 9
115 but Moab is not blamed barely for her Superstition and Idolatry, there is Persecution laid to her charge, v. 4. Moab reproached the People of God, in their Captive state as Outcasts, and would give them no Protection, quite forgetting that the Jews were a-kin to Moab; thence the Prophet foreseeing that the Golden Vial of Wrath, would be poured forth upon Moab, within three or four years, v. 14. crys out, that his Bowels should sound like a Harp for Moab, (i. e.) their Miseries would be such as should touch the Bowels of all that ever heard of it. but Moab is not blamed barely for her Superstition and Idolatry, there is Persecution laid to her charge, v. 4. Moab reproached the People of God, in their Captive state as Outcasts, and would give them no Protection, quite forgetting that the jews were akin to Moab; thence the Prophet Foreseeing that the Golden Vial of Wrath, would be poured forth upon Moab, within three or four Years, v. 14. cries out, that his Bowels should found like a Harp for Moab, (i. e.) their Misery's would be such as should touch the Bowels of all that ever herd of it. cc-acp np1 vbz xx vvn av-j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbz n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po32 j-jn n1 p-acp n2, cc vmd vvi pno32 dx n1, av vvg cst dt np2 vbdr j p-acp np1; av dt n1 vvg cst dt j n1 pp-f n1, vmd vbi vvn av p-acp np1, p-acp crd cc crd n2, n1 crd n2 av, cst po31 n2 vmd vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp np1, (uh. sy.) pc-acp ng1 vmd vbi d c-acp vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f d cst av vvn pp-f pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 12 Page 9
116 Use 1. Exam. The Church of England professes, at this day, before God, Angels and Men, to bewail her Sins, to take shame, Use 1. Exam. The Church of England Professes, At this day, before God, Angels and Men, to bewail her Sins, to take shame, vvb crd np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, p-acp d n1, c-acp np1, n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, pc-acp vvi n1, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 9
117 and turn to the Lord our God, that he may have mercy upon us, and Heal our Land Now if we must Mourn for Englands Sins, 'tis fit that we should know them; and turn to the Lord our God, that he may have mercy upon us, and Heal our Land Now if we must Mourn for Englands Sins, it's fit that we should know them; cc vvi p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, cst pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvi po12 n1 av cs pns12 vmb vvb p-acp npg1 n2, pn31|vbz j cst pns12 vmd vvi pno32; (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 9
118 sometimes the Sin of a Nation is so Open, notorious, and visible that it may be found without secret search, as the Prophet speaks, Jer. 2. 34. but it is not always thus, sometime the since of a nation is so Open, notorious, and visible that it may be found without secret search, as the Prophet speaks, Jer. 2. 34. but it is not always thus, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av j, j, cc j cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd p-acp pn31 vbz xx av av, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 9
119 for we read there was once, [ Herem ] Anathema, an Accursed Thing hidden inter Supellectilia, among the Stuff, Joshua 7. 11. Joshua that famous Servant of the Lord, was owned by miracles, for we read there was once, [ Herem ] Anathema, an Accursed Thing hidden inter Supellectilia, among the Stuff, joshua 7. 11. joshua that famous Servant of the Lord, was owned by Miracles, c-acp pns12 vvb a-acp vbds a-acp, [ np1 ] n1, dt j-vvn n1 vvn vvb np1, p-acp dt vvb, np1 crd crd np1 cst j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds j-vvn p-acp n2, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 9
120 and crowned with Success and Victory, till he came before the City of Ai, where Israel fled before their Enemies; and crowned with Success and Victory, till he Come before the city of Ai, where Israel fled before their Enemies; cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f fw-fr, c-crq np1 vvd a-acp po32 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 9
121 whereupon the Hearts of all the people melted, and became as Water ver. 5. and Joshua rent his cloaths, whereupon the Hearts of all the people melted, and became as Water ver. 5. and joshua rend his clothes, c-crq dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 vvd, cc vvd p-acp n1 fw-la. crd cc np1 vvb po31 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
122 and fell to the earth upon his face, before the Ark of the Lord until the Even-Tide, he, and fell to the earth upon his face, before the Ark of the Lord until the Even-Tide, he, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
123 and the Elders of Israel, and put dust upon their heads, and Joshua said, Alas, O Lord God, and the Elders of Israel, and put dust upon their Heads, and joshua said, Alas, Oh Lord God, cc dt n2-jn pp-f np1, cc vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc np1 vvd, uh, uh n1 np1, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
124 wherefore hast thou at all brought this people over Iordan, to deliver us into the hands of the Amorites to destroy us? Would to God we had been content and dwelt on the other side Iordan. Wherefore hast thou At all brought this people over Iordan, to deliver us into the hands of the amorites to destroy us? Would to God we had been content and dwelled on the other side Iordan. q-crq vh2 pns21 p-acp d vvd d n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1 pc-acp vvi pno12? vmd p-acp np1 pns12 vhd vbn j cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 np1. (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
125 O Lord what shall I say, when Israel turneth their backs before their enemies? ver. 7, 8. And the Lord said, Israel hath sinned, O Lord what shall I say, when Israel turns their backs before their enemies? ver. 7, 8. And the Lord said, Israel hath sinned, sy n1 q-crq vmb pns11 vvi, c-crq np1 vvz po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2? fw-la. crd, crd cc dt n1 vvd, np1 vhz vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
126 and they have also transgressed my Covenant, which I commanded them, for they have even taken of the Accursed thing, and they have also transgressed my Covenant, which I commanded them, for they have even taken of the Accursed thing, cc pns32 vhb av vvn po11 n1, r-crq pns11 vvd pno32, c-acp pns32 vhb av vvn pp-f dt j-vvn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
127 and have also stolen, and dissembled; and have also stolen, and dissembled; cc vhb av vvn, cc vvd; (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
128 also they have put it even among their own Stuff, ver. 10, 11. It cannot be thought but that the Tribes of Israel were stained with those Pollutions, which commonly accompany so great an Host, such as Lying, Swearing, Intemperance, Ʋncleanness, and the like, also they have put it even among their own Stuff, ver. 10, 11. It cannot be Thought but that the Tribes of Israel were stained with those Pollutions, which commonly accompany so great an Host, such as Lying, Swearing, Intemperance, Ʋncleanness, and the like, av pns32 vhb vvn pn31 av p-acp po32 d vvb, fw-la. crd, crd pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn p-acp d n2, r-crq av-j vvi av j dt n1, d c-acp vvg, vvg, n1, n1, cc dt j, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
129 and yet the wrath of the Lord kindled among them at this time, for a hidden wickedness, which few or none took notice of, the Accursed Thing, which provoked the anger of the Lord, was hidden among the Stuff. The Sins of England are many and great at this day, the Lord be merciful unto us; and yet the wrath of the Lord kindled among them At this time, for a hidden wickedness, which few or none took notice of, the Accursed Thing, which provoked the anger of the Lord, was hidden among the Stuff. The Sins of England Are many and great At this day, the Lord be merciful unto us; cc av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n1, r-crq d cc pix vvd n1 pp-f, dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt vvb. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr d cc j p-acp d n1, dt n1 vbb j p-acp pno12; (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
130 and to our whole Land. Pride, Drunkenness, Whoredom, Swearing and Prophaneness of every kind, reign every where, Conformist and Nonconformist have great reason to lye in the Dust together, because of these Abominations; and to our Whole Land. Pride, drunkenness, Whoredom, Swearing and Profaneness of every kind, Reign every where, Conformist and Nonconformist have great reason to lie in the Dust together, Because of these Abominations; cc p-acp po12 j-jn n1 n1, n1, n1, vvg cc n1 pp-f d n1, vvb d q-crq, vvd cc j-vvn vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av, c-acp pp-f d n2; (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
131 But, besides all these Sins, 'tis possible, there may be some Achan, some Accursed thing amongst us, which hath not been taken notice of; But, beside all these Sins, it's possible, there may be Some achan, Some Accursed thing among us, which hath not been taken notice of; cc-acp, p-acp d d n2, pn31|vbz j, pc-acp vmb vbi d np1, d j-vvn n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq vhz xx vbn vvn n1 pp-f; (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
132 The children are come to the Birth, and there is no strength to bring forth; The children Are come to the Birth, and there is no strength to bring forth; dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi av; (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
133 more mens hands are upon their Loins, than upon their Swords: we are filled with the Alarms of War, more men's hands Are upon their Loins, than upon their Swords: we Are filled with the Alarms of War, av-dc ng2 n2 vbr p-acp po32 n2, cs p-acp po32 n2: pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
134 and no one knows how long: Let none take that ill, which is done in Integrity, I must search among the Stuff for the Accursed thing, which is a work so hazardous, and no one knows how long: Let none take that ill, which is done in Integrity, I must search among the Stuff for the Accursed thing, which is a work so hazardous, cc dx pi vvz c-crq j: vvb pix vvi d n-jn, r-crq vbz vdn p-acp n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvb p-acp dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 av j, (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
135 and unacceptable, that I could not subdue my self to the undertaking, but by the sence of my duty to God, and my Country. and unacceptable, that I could not subdue my self to the undertaking, but by the sense of my duty to God, and my Country. cc j, cst pns11 vmd xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp np1, cc po11 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 13 Page 10
136 The Stuff, which I suspect, and must search into, concerns our Ecclesiastical Affairs, and I will see by the help of God, The Stuff, which I suspect, and must search into, concerns our Ecclesiastical Affairs, and I will see by the help of God, dt vvb, r-crq pns11 vvb, cc vmb vvi p-acp, vvz po12 j n2, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 11
137 whether the Accursed thing, be not hid under the covering of Decency and Order, Penal Laws, Laws for Ʋniformity, Subscriptions, Declarations, Liturgies, Articles, Laws for Ceremonies, and Forms of Prayer. whither the Accursed thing, be not hid under the covering of Decency and Order, Penal Laws, Laws for Ʋniformity, Subscriptions, Declarations, Liturgies, Articles, Laws for Ceremonies, and Forms of Prayer. cs dt j-vvn n1, vbb xx vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1 cc n1, j n2, n2 p-acp n1, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2 p-acp n2, cc n2 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 14 Page 11
138 'Tis as clear as the Sun, that for near thirty years now last past, sixteen hundred Ministers of the Gospel of Christ, It's as clear as the Sun, that for near thirty Years now last passed, sixteen hundred Ministers of the Gospel of christ, pn31|vbz c-acp j c-acp dt n1, cst p-acp j crd n2 av ord vvd, crd crd n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 11
139 if not more, have suffered very hard things upon the account of Conscience, by reason of great Fines, long Imprisonments, some of those who were wont to break the Spiritual Bread, have died for want of their natural Bread, both the Shepherds and the Flocks have been starv'd in their several kinds. if not more, have suffered very hard things upon the account of Conscience, by reason of great Fines, long Imprisonments, Some of those who were wont to break the Spiritual Bred, have died for want of their natural Bred, both the Shepherd's and the Flocks have been starved in their several Kinds. cs xx av-dc, vhb vvn av j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, av-j n2, d pp-f d r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt j n1, vhb vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n1, d dt n2 cc dt n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp po32 j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 11
140 Many Thousands of the Families of the Protestant Dissenters have been sorely distressed by Penal Laws upon the account of Religion. Many Thousands of the Families of the Protestant Dissenters have been sorely distressed by Penal Laws upon the account of Religion. av-d crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n2 vhb vbn av-j vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 11
141 And if the sufferings of our Brethren were written at large, as the sufferings of the Saints at other times have been. And if the sufferings of our Brothers were written At large, as the sufferings of the Saints At other times have been. cc cs dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp j, c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp j-jn n2 vhb vbn. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 11
142 Mr. Fox his book of Martyrs, would be but an Enchiridion in comparison of it. Mr. Fox his book of Martyrs, would be but an Enchiridion in comparison of it. n1 n1 po31 n1 pp-f n2, vmd vbi p-acp dt np1 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 15 Page 11
143 If any shall say that the Nonconformists and Protestant Dissenters have been buffeted for their faults, in all this time, If any shall say that the nonconformists and Protestant Dissenters have been buffeted for their Faults, in all this time, cs d vmb vvi cst dt np1 cc n1 n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp po32 n2, p-acp d d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 11
144 and that the Church of England is Innocent; and that the Church of England is Innocent; cc cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j-jn; (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 11
145 that it was her duty, and became her Wisdom, though it was not so agreeable to the sweetness of her nature, that it was her duty, and became her Wisdom, though it was not so agreeable to the sweetness of her nature, cst pn31 vbds po31 n1, cc vvd po31 n1, cs pn31 vbds xx av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 11
146 and meekness of her disposition, yet it became her Wisdom, as the chast and tender spouse of Christ to lay aside the Scepter and the Dove, and to take into her hand the bloody Club of Cain to Martyr the Dissenters into conformity: and meekness of her disposition, yet it became her Wisdom, as the chaste and tender spouse of christ to lay aside the Sceptre and the Dove, and to take into her hand the bloody Club of Cain to Martyr the Dissenters into conformity: cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, av pn31 vvd po31 n1, c-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 11
147 To this I reply, Let's have a fair hearing before we be Judged. The Oppression and Persecution of the truth is a great Sin, where e're 'tis found. To this I reply, Let's have a fair hearing before we be Judged. The Oppression and Persecution of the truth is a great since, where ever it's found. p-acp d pns11 vvb, vvb|pno12 vhb dt j n-vvg c-acp pns12 vbb vvn. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j n1, c-crq av pn31|vbz vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 11
148 The Church in her Prayers for this day seems not to make any confession for this Sin, she thinks her hands are clean, she eats and wipes her mouth, The Church in her Prayers for this day seems not to make any Confessi for this since, she thinks her hands Are clean, she eats and wipes her Mouth, dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n1 vvz xx pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz po31 n2 vbr j, pns31 vvz cc vvz po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 11
149 and says she has done no wickedness, Prov. 30. 20. and yet 'tis a Bishop that says, and Says she has done no wickedness, Curae 30. 20. and yet it's a Bishop that Says, cc vvz pns31 vhz vdn dx n1, np1 crd crd cc av pn31|vbz dt n1 cst vvz, (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 11
150 though it was said indeed before he was Bishop, in his preface to the Relation of the death of the primitive Persecutors, that they who let themselves loose, to all the Rages of a mad Prosecution of some poor undiscreet and deluded People, ought seriously to profess their Repentance of this fury, in Instances, that may be as visible and edifying as their rage hath been publick and Destructive, And now we proceed to Examine, whether some drops of Abels blood may not be found in the skirts of England, and search into the Stuff, that we may know whether there be any Accursed thing hid in it; though it was said indeed before he was Bishop, in his preface to the Relation of the death of the primitive Persecutors, that they who let themselves lose, to all the Rages of a mad Prosecution of Some poor undiscreet and deluded People, ought seriously to profess their Repentance of this fury, in Instances, that may be as visible and edifying as their rage hath been public and Destructive, And now we proceed to Examine, whither Some drops of Abel's blood may not be found in the skirts of England, and search into the Stuff, that we may know whither there be any Accursed thing hid in it; cs pn31 vbds vvn av c-acp pns31 vbds n1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, cst pns32 r-crq vvb px32 j, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d j j cc j-vvn n1, vmd av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp n2, cst vmb vbi a-acp j cc j-vvg a-acp po32 n1 vhz vbn j cc j, cc av pns12 vvb p-acp vvb, cs d n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc n1 p-acp dt vvb, cst pns12 vmb vvi cs pc-acp vbb d j-vvn n1 vvn p-acp pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 12
151 That we may accordingly govern our selves in these days of Fasting and Lamentation. That we may accordingly govern our selves in these days of Fasting and Lamentation. cst pns12 vmb av-vvg vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f vvg cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 16 Page 12
152 The first thing we shall consider, that was imposed upon the Nonconformists is, the subscription in the Act of Ʋniformity, with the Oath in the Oxford Act, in which are these words, I A. B. do declare, that it is not lawful upon any pretence whatsoever, to take Arms against the King. The First thing we shall Consider, that was imposed upon the nonconformists is, the subscription in the Act of Ʋniformity, with the Oath in the Oxford Act, in which Are these words, I A. B. do declare, that it is not lawful upon any pretence whatsoever, to take Arms against the King. dt ord n1 pns12 vmb vvi, cst vbds vvn p-acp dt np1 vbz, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np1 n1, p-acp r-crq vbr d n2, pns11 np1 np1 vdb vvi, cst pn31 vbz xx j p-acp d n1 r-crq, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 17 Page 12
153 Again, I A. B. do swear that it is not lawful, — We refused thus to declare and swear; Again, I A. B. do swear that it is not lawful, — We refused thus to declare and swear; av, pns11 np1 np1 vdb vvi cst pn31 vbz xx j, — pns12 vvd av pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 12
154 and here observe these three things. and Here observe these three things. cc av vvb d crd n2. (3) text (DIV1) 18 Page 12
155 First, a man may believe a Proposition to be true, though it be disputable, which yet he would not be willing to swear that it was true; First, a man may believe a Proposition to be true, though it be disputable, which yet he would not be willing to swear that it was true; ord, dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, cs pn31 vbb j, r-crq av pns31 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbds j; (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 12
156 As I believe the Pope to be Antichrist, yet I am not willing to swear that the Pope is Antichrist; As I believe the Pope to be Antichrist, yet I am not willing to swear that the Pope is Antichrist; c-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi np1, av pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vbz np1; (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 12
157 I believe by Mystical Babylon is meant Rome, I believe the Saints in Heaven know not our affairs here, I believe by Mystical Babylon is meant Rome, I believe the Saints in Heaven know not our affairs Here, pns11 vvb p-acp j np1 vbz vvn np1, pns11 vvb dt n2 p-acp n1 vvb xx po12 n2 av, (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 12
158 yet I should be unwilling to swear it. yet I should be unwilling to swear it. av pns11 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 19 Page 12
159 Secondly, That Barclay Grotius and others, who have written Largely in favour of the Prerogative of Crowned Heads, do yet allow that there are some cases, in which it is lawful for the Subject to take Arms against the King, Secondly, That Barclay Grotius and Others, who have written Largely in favour of the Prerogative of Crowned Heads, do yet allow that there Are Some cases, in which it is lawful for the Subject to take Arms against the King, ord, cst np1 np1 cc n2-jn, r-crq vhb vvn av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, vdb av vvi cst a-acp vbr d n2, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 12
160 and if the King turns Tyrant, Governing not by Law, but by his own Will, he doth Excidere de jure, etsi haereditario. and if the King turns Tyrant, Governing not by Law, but by his own Will, he does Excidere de jure, Though haereditario. cc cs dt n1 vvz n1, vvg xx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vdz fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 20 Page 12
161 Thirdly, All the Nobility and Gentry of England, all the Nobility and Gentry of Scotland, and all the Protestant Princes beyond the Seas in their Proceedings, against the late King James, have justified the Nonconformists in refusing the Oxford Oath, Whose turn is it to take shame now? Thirdly, All the Nobilt and Gentry of England, all the Nobilt and Gentry of Scotland, and all the Protestant Princes beyond the Seas in their Proceedings, against the late King James, have justified the nonconformists in refusing the Oxford Oath, Whose turn is it to take shame now? ord, d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc d dt n1 n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp po32 n2-vvg, p-acp dt j n1 np1, vhb vvn dt np1 p-acp vvg dt np1 n1, rg-crq n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi n1 av? (3) text (DIV1) 21 Page 12
162 The Second thing we must consider, is that about Re-ordination in the Act of Ʋniformity, as though Ordination by Presbyters and Pastors of Churches, were not sufficient, without the laying on of the Hands of those we now call Bishops, Lords Bishops. To this I say, The Second thing we must Consider, is that about Reordination in the Act of Ʋniformity, as though Ordination by Presbyters and Pastors of Churches, were not sufficient, without the laying on of the Hands of those we now call Bishops, lords Bishops. To this I say, dt ord n1 pns12 vmb vvi, vbz d p-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cs n1 p-acp n2 cc ng1 pp-f n2, vbdr xx j, p-acp dt vvg p-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f d pns12 av vvb n2, n2 n2. p-acp d pns11 vvb, (3) text (DIV1) 22 Page 13
163 1. That the Word of God, in the New Testament, makes no difference between the Bishop and the Presbyter, or Pastor of a Church. 1. That the Word of God, in the New Testament, makes no difference between the Bishop and the Presbyter, or Pastor of a Church. crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1, vvz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 13
164 He that is a Pastor of a Church of Christ, is a Gospel Bishop, Christs Bishop, Act. 20. 17, 28. the same persons that are called Presbyters in one place, He that is a Pastor of a Church of christ, is a Gospel Bishop, Christ Bishop, Act. 20. 17, 28. the same Persons that Are called Presbyters in one place, pns31 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt n1 n1, npg1 n1, n1 crd crd, crd cs d n2 cst vbr vvn n2 p-acp crd n1, (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 13
165 or Elders, are in the other called Bishops, or Overseers. So Tit. 1. 5, 6, 7. Timothy was ordained by the laying on of the Hands of the Presbytery, 1 Tim. 4. 14. of this Judgment were Augustine, Jerom, Chrysostome, with many others among the Greeks and Latins. or Elders, Are in the other called Bishops, or Overseers. So Tit. 1. 5, 6, 7. Timothy was ordained by the laying on of the Hands of the Presbytery, 1 Tim. 4. 14. of this Judgement were Augustine, Jerome, Chrysostom, with many Others among the Greeks and Latins. cc n2-jn, vbr p-acp dt n-jn vvd n2, cc n2. av np1 crd crd, crd, crd np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt vvg p-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd pp-f d n1 vbdr np1, np1, np1, p-acp d n2-jn p-acp dt np1 cc np1. (3) text (DIV1) 24 Page 13
166 2. All our Learned Divines at the Reformation from Popery, held that the Ordination by the Pastors of Churches was valid and good, the 23 Article, of ministring in the Congregation seems to speak as much; 2. All our Learned Divines At the Reformation from Popery, held that the Ordination by the Pastors of Churches was valid and good, the 23 Article, of ministering in the Congregation seems to speak as much; crd av-d po12 j n2-jn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vvd cst dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 pp-f np1 vbds j cc j, dt crd n1, pp-f j-vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi c-acp av-d; (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 13
167 of this Judgment are the French Churches, Belgick and Helvetick Churches, besides many others. of this Judgement Are the French Churches, Belgic and Helvetick Churches, beside many Others. pp-f d n1 vbr dt jp n2, jp cc j n2, p-acp d n2-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 13
168 I need not name the Church of Scotland, for Scotland hath justified all our Nonconformity, by restoring the ejected Ministers to their places, as of old. I need not name the Church of Scotland, for Scotland hath justified all our Nonconformity, by restoring the ejected Ministers to their places, as of old. pns11 vvb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp np1 vhz vvn d po12 n1, p-acp vvg dt j-vvn n2 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pp-f j. (3) text (DIV1) 25 Page 13
169 3. Our Diocesan Bishops may glory over us, as the Kings Bishops, Bishops of the State, but they must not pretend to be so near in Blood to the Scripture Bishops, of the first two hundred years, as the Pastors of single Congregations; 3. Our Diocesan Bishops may glory over us, as the Kings Bishops, Bishops of the State, but they must not pretend to be so near in Blood to the Scripture Bishops, of the First two hundred Years, as the Pastors of single Congregations; crd po12 n1 ng1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, c-acp dt ng1 n2, n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vbi av av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 n2, pp-f dt ord crd crd n2, p-acp dt ng1 pp-f j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 26 Page 13
170 wherefore I say, that Ordination by the hands of the Pastors of Churches, filled with the Holy Ghost, is much more eligible than by Diocesan Bishops. Wherefore I say, that Ordination by the hands of the Pastors of Churches, filled with the Holy Ghost, is much more eligible than by Diocesan Bishops. c-crq pns11 vvb, cst n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 pp-f n2, vvn p-acp dt j n1, vbz d dc j cs p-acp n1 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 26 Page 13
171 The Third point we must consider, is the Declaration in the Act of Ʋniformity, which is this; The Third point we must Consider, is the Declaration in the Act of Ʋniformity, which is this; dt ord n1 pns12 vmb vvi, vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz d; (3) text (DIV1) 27 Page 13
172 I A. B. do here declare my unfeigned Assent and Consent, to all and every thing contained, I A. B. do Here declare my unfeigned Assent and Consent, to all and every thing contained, pns11 np1 np1 vdb av vvi po11 j n1 cc vvi, p-acp d cc d n1 vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 27 Page 13
173 and prescribed in and by the Book, Intituled the Book of Common Prayer. Here we refuse. and prescribed in and by the Book, Entitled the Book of Common Prayer. Here we refuse. cc vvn p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, vvn dt n1 pp-f j n1. av pns12 vvb. (3) text (DIV1) 27 Page 13
174 1. In the matter of Assent. Many things might be named, but one shall suffice; 1. In the matter of Assent. Many things might be nam, but one shall suffice; crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. d n2 vmd vbi vvn, cc-acp pi vmb vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
175 we can't Assent to that passage in the Creed, commonly called Athanasius Creed, where 'tis said, that every one that doth not keep that Faith whole, shall without doubt perish Everlastingly. we can't Assent to that passage in the Creed, commonly called Athanasius Creed, where it's said, that every one that does not keep that Faith Whole, shall without doubt perish Everlastingly. pns12 vmb|pn31 vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j vvd np1 np1, c-crq pn31|vbz vvn, cst d pi cst vdz xx vvi d n1 j-jn, vmb p-acp n1 vvi av-j. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 13
176 Now one Article of that Creed is about the procession of the Holy Ghost from the Father and the Son, which the Greek Churches did not Believe nor receive; Now one Article of that Creed is about the procession of the Holy Ghost from the Father and the Son, which the Greek Churches did not Believe nor receive; av crd n1 pp-f d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, r-crq dt jp n2 vdd xx vvi ccx vvi; (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 14
177 If I believe it was an Error in the Greek Churches, and that they see not clearly into that Mystery, If I believe it was an Error in the Greek Churches, and that they see not clearly into that Mystery, cs pns11 vvb pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt jp n2, cc cst pns32 vvb xx av-j p-acp d n1, (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 14
178 yet I must be very bold, if I leap into the Throne of Judgment, and pronounce them Lost and Damned. yet I must be very bold, if I leap into the Throne of Judgement, and pronounce them Lost and Damned. av pns11 vmb vbi av j, cs pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi pno32 vvn cc vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 14
179 The Procession of the Holy Ghost from the Father and the Son, is a most profound Mystery, The Procession of the Holy Ghost from the Father and the Son, is a most profound Mystery, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vbz dt av-ds j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 14
180 and very much obscured, by bringing in that word Procession; Which the Scripture on that occasion never uses. and very much obscured, by bringing in that word Procession; Which the Scripture on that occasion never uses. cc av av-d vvn, p-acp vvg p-acp cst n1 n1; r-crq dt n1 p-acp d n1 av-x vvz. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 14
181 The Church of Rome indeed solemnly Anathematizes the Greeks in Bulla Coenae every Maundy Thursday, as so many Schismaticks and Apostates: The Church of Room indeed solemnly Anathematizes the Greeks in Bulla Coenae every Maundy Thursday, as so many Schismatics and Apostates: dt n1 pp-f vvb av av-j n2 dt np1 p-acp np1 np1 d np1 np1, c-acp av d n1 cc n2: (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 14
182 'Tis a considerable point of Popery, to curse and destroy all that seem to differ from us in Opinion. It's a considerable point of Popery, to curse and destroy all that seem to differ from us in Opinion. pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d cst vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 28 Page 14
183 2. In the matter of consent, we cannot consent to every thing contained, and prescribed in and by the Book, intituled the Book of Common Prayer. I intend not to speak of the Ceremonies, the Cross, the Surplice, because all know they came from Rome, and when Rome falls they will fall too. 2. In the matter of consent, we cannot consent to every thing contained, and prescribed in and by the Book, entitled the Book of Common Prayer. I intend not to speak of the Ceremonies, the Cross, the Surplice, Because all know they Come from Rome, and when Room falls they will fallen too. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1 vvn, cc vvn p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, vvd dt n1 pp-f j n1. pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2, dt vvi, dt n1, c-acp d vvb pns32 vvd p-acp np1, cc q-crq vvb vvz pns32 vmb vvi av. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
184 Neither shall I look into the Prayers of the Church, though that is no very commendable passage, wherewith she is so oft upbraided, in praying that the Late King James, a profest Papist, might persevere in the Faith; but, that which I shall account for, is our Refusal to Read the imposed Form of Common Prayer, a point a little more difficult, Neither shall I look into the Prayers of the Church, though that is no very commendable passage, wherewith she is so oft upbraided, in praying that the Late King James, a professed Papist, might persevere in the Faith; but, that which I shall account for, is our Refusal to Read the imposed From of Common Prayer, a point a little more difficult, av-d vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp d vbz dx j j n1, c-crq pns31 vbz av av vvn, p-acp vvg cst dt j n1 np1, dt j-vvn njp, n1 vvi p-acp dt n1; p-acp, cst r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp, vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt vvn n1 pp-f j n1, dt n1 dt av-j av-dc j, (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
185 but not less material than that of Ceremonies; and here pray judge between Ʋs, and the Church of England. but not less material than that of Ceremonies; and Here pray judge between Ʋs, and the Church of England. cc-acp xx av-dc j-jn cs d pp-f n2; cc av vvb n1 p-acp n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 29 Page 14
186 First, During the Apostles time, and two or three hundred years after, there was no Liturgy used nor imposed, First, During the Apostles time, and two or three hundred Years After, there was no Liturgy used nor imposed, ord, p-acp dt n2 n1, cc crd cc crd crd n2 a-acp, pc-acp vbds dx n1 vvd ccx vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 14
187 neither did they direct for the drawing up of any, and inforcing it by Penal Laws; neither did they Direct for the drawing up of any, and enforcing it by Penal Laws; dx vdd pns32 vvi p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f d, cc vvg pn31 p-acp j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 14
188 it hath been abundantly cleared by those that have laboured in this controversy, that the Pastors of Churches in the primitive Times, did not NONLATINALPHABET Read Prayers, de Scripto recitare: it hath been abundantly cleared by those that have laboured in this controversy, that the Pastors of Churches in the primitive Times, did not Read Prayers, de Scripto recitare: pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp d cst vhb vvn p-acp d n1, cst dt ng1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j n2, vdd xx vvb n2, fw-fr np1 fw-la: (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 14
189 They did Read Psalms, Chapters; but they did not Read Prayers, Acts 12. 5. The Prayer of the Church for Peter 's Inlargement was NONLATINALPHABET, Instant, Fervent, without ceasing, but not by any prescribed Form, They did Read Psalms, Chapters; but they did not Read Prayers, Acts 12. 5. The Prayer of the Church for Peter is Enlargement was, Instant, Fervent, without ceasing, but not by any prescribed From, pns32 vdd vvi n2, n2; p-acp pns32 vdd xx vvi n2, n2 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1 vbds, j-jn, j, p-acp vvg, p-acp xx p-acp d j-vvn n1, (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
190 as is agreed upon by all sides; as is agreed upon by all sides; c-acp vbz vvn p-acp p-acp d n2; (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
191 some have been so curious as to observe, that in the Primitive Times, the Saints usually prayed with their Eyes fixed on the Mercy-seat, or closed, which utterly disables Persons for Reading Prayers. Some have been so curious as to observe, that in the Primitive Times, the Saints usually prayed with their Eyes fixed on the Mercy-seat, or closed, which utterly disables Persons for Reading Prayers. d vhb vbn av j c-acp pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp dt j n2, dt n2 av-j vvd p-acp po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvn, r-crq av-j vvz n2 p-acp vvg n2. (3) text (DIV1) 30 Page 15
192 2. The Pastors of Churches in the Primitive Times, were under the teaching of the Anointing, and had the Spirit and Gift of Prayer. 2. The Pastors of Churches in the Primitive Times, were under the teaching of the Anointing, and had the Spirit and Gift of Prayer. crd dt ng1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j n2, vbdr p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt vvg, cc vhd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 15
193 The NONLATINALPHABET in Justin Martyr Apol. 2. is vindicated beyond all exceptions, by which it's most manifest, that they prayed not then in their Assemblies, by Book or Form, The in Justin Martyr Apollinarian 2. is vindicated beyond all exceptions, by which it's most manifest, that they prayed not then in their Assemblies, by Book or From, dt p-acp np1 n1 np1 crd vbz vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq pn31|vbz av-ds j, cst pns32 vvd xx av p-acp po32 n2, p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 15
194 but from the Gift and Ability they had. but from the Gift and Ability they had. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pns32 vhd. (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 15
195 So likewise that of Tertullian Apol. 1. Sine monitore, quia de pectore oramus, shews clearly, not only, that the Primitive way of Prayer was not by prescribed Liturgies, So likewise that of Tertullian Apollinarian 1. Sine monitore, quia de pectore oramus, shows clearly, not only, that the Primitive Way of Prayer was not by prescribed Liturgies, av av d pp-f np1 np1 crd fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz av-j, xx av-j, cst dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbds xx p-acp j-vvn n2, (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 15
196 but that it was the Heathenish way of Prayer: The Christians prayed by Heart, the Heathens prayed by Book: but that it was the Heathenish Way of Prayer: The Christians prayed by Heart, the heathens prayed by Book: cc-acp cst pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1: dt np1 vvd p-acp n1, dt n2-jn vvd p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 15
197 The Heathenish Greeks, Persians, Romans, had their Monitors, Priests, and Sacred Persons, who were wont to say Prayers NONLATINALPHABET, out of a Book. This is a matter well known, from the Authority of Apuleius, Pausanias, Livy, Cicero, Lactantius. The Heathenish Greeks, Persians, Roman, had their Monitors, Priests, and Sacred Persons, who were wont to say Prayers, out of a Book. This is a matter well known, from the authority of Apuleius, Pausanias, Livy, Cicero, Lactantius. dt j np1, njp2, njp2, vhd po32 n2, n2, cc j n2, r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vvi n2, av pp-f dt n1. d vbz dt n1 av vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, np1, np1, np1. (3) text (DIV1) 31 Page 15
198 3. When the Christians were so numerous at Constantinople, that it was thought convenient to Dispose of them in several Churches, that zealous Emperour Constantine the Great, writes to Eusebius, Bishop of Caesarea, for fifty Bibles, for the use of the Churches, 3. When the Christians were so numerous At Constantinople, that it was Thought convenient to Dispose of them in several Churches, that zealous Emperor Constantine the Great, writes to Eusebius, Bishop of Caesarea, for fifty Bibles, for the use of the Churches, crd c-crq dt np1 vbdr av j p-acp np1, cst pn31 vbds vvn j pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32 p-acp j n2, cst j n1 np1 dt j, vvz p-acp np1, n1 pp-f np1, p-acp crd np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (3) text (DIV1) 32 Page 15
199 but there is no mention of any one Common-Prayer-Book. Euseb. l. 4. c. 34, 36. 4. When Forms of Prayer began to be used, every Church made use of what Forms they pleased; but there is no mention of any one Common prayer book. Eusebius l. 4. c. 34, 36. 4. When Forms of Prayer began to be used, every Church made use of what Forms they pleased; cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d crd n1. np1 n1 crd sy. crd, crd crd c-crq n2 pp-f n1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, d n1 vvd n1 pp-f r-crq n2 pns32 vvd; (3) text (DIV1) 32 Page 15
200 so Socrates Scholast. lib. 5. And it appears by the Epistles of Pope Pius the Fifth, and Gregory the Thirteenth, prefixt to the Breviarium Romanum, that the several Churches of the Roman Communion, had their several Liturgies, so Socrates Scholiast. lib. 5. And it appears by the Epistles of Pope Pius the Fifth, and Gregory the Thirteenth, prefixed to the Breviary Romanum, that the several Churches of the Roman Communion, had their several Liturgies, av np1 vvn. n1. crd cc pn31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 dt ord, cc np1 dt ord, vvn p-acp dt np1 np1, cst dt j n2 pp-f dt np1 n1, vhd po32 j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 15
201 until that branch of the Churches Liberty was taken away by the Council of Trent. Here in England, before the Reformation, we had several Modes of Common-Prayer-Books, some after the use of Sarum, others after the use of York, Lincoln, which afterward were reduced to one for publick use, and imposed by Law. until that branch of the Churches Liberty was taken away by the Council of Trent. Here in England, before the Reformation, we had several Modes of Common-Prayer-Books, Some After the use of Sarum, Others After the use of York, Lincoln, which afterwards were reduced to one for public use, and imposed by Law. c-acp cst n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. av p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhd j np1 pp-f n2, d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, r-crq av vbdr vvn p-acp crd p-acp j n1, cc vvn p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 33 Page 15
202 5. 'Twas the Ignorance, Carnality, the Sloth and Laziness of the Clergy, together with their Pride, which first brought in, 5. 'Twas the Ignorance, Carnality, the Sloth and Laziness of the Clergy, together with their Pride, which First brought in, crd pn31|vbds dt n1, n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp po32 n1, r-crq ord vvd p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 16
203 and imposed Service-Books upon the Churches; and imposed Service-Books upon the Churches; cc vvn n2 p-acp dt n2; (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 16
204 as for those Liturgies, which bear the Great names of St. James, Peter, Mark, Clemens, Basil, and Chrysostom — they are known Forgeries. as for those Liturgies, which bear the Great names of Saint James, Peter, Mark, Clemens, Basil, and Chrysostom — they Are known Forgeries. c-acp p-acp d n2, r-crq vvb dt j n2 pp-f n1 np1, np1, vvb, np1, np1, cc np1 — pns32 vbr vvn n2. (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 16
205 When the Church began to be an Harlot; when Bishops were not Silver Trumpets, but Tinkling Cymbals, Clouds without Water, Bells without Clappers, and Breasts without Milk; when the Bishops in Councils, When the Church began to be an Harlot; when Bishops were not Silver Trumpets, but Tinkling Cymbals, Clouds without Water, Bells' without Clappers, and Breasts without Milk; when the Bishops in Councils, c-crq dt n1 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1; c-crq ng1 vbdr xx n1 n2, p-acp j-vvg n2, n2 p-acp n1, n2 p-acp n2, cc n2 p-acp n1; c-crq dt n2 p-acp n2, (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 16
206 as of Ephesus and Chalcedon, profest they did Literas ignorare, and could not write their own Names to confirm their Canons, then came in our Liturgies. as of Ephesus and Chalcedon, professed they did Literas ignorare, and could not write their own Names to confirm their Canonas, then Come in our Liturgies. c-acp pp-f np1 cc np1, vvd pns32 vdd np1 fw-la, cc vmd xx vvi po32 d n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av vvd p-acp po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 34 Page 16
207 6. 'Tis no part of our business to enquire whether in some cases it may not be lawful to use a Set Form of Prayer; 6. It's no part of our business to inquire whither in Some cases it may not be lawful to use a Set From of Prayer; crd pn31|vbz dx n1 pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi cs p-acp d n2 pn31 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 16
208 but I would satisfie you in this, that our way of Worship, without the Restraint of Set Forms, is most agreeable to the way of Worship, used by the Holy Apostles, but I would satisfy you in this, that our Way of Worship, without the Restraint of Set Forms, is most agreeable to the Way of Worship, used by the Holy Apostles, cc-acp pns11 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp d, cst po12 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 16
209 and by the Primitive times, for many hundreds of years past before Set Forms were used, and by the Primitive times, for many hundreds of Years passed before Set Forms were used, cc p-acp dt j n2, c-acp d crd pp-f n2 vvn p-acp j-vvn n2 vbdr vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 16
210 and many hundreds more before they were imposed. and many hundreds more before they were imposed. cc d crd dc a-acp pns32 vbdr vvn. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 16
211 Now I must desire you to observe this one thing, that there is great difference between Ʋsing a Set Form, and Imposing it, which I shall clear to you thus. Now I must desire you to observe this one thing, that there is great difference between Ʋsing a Set From, and Imposing it, which I shall clear to you thus. av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi d crd n1, cst pc-acp vbz j n1 p-acp vvg dt j-vvn n1, cc vvg pn31, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 av. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 16
212 We find Levit. 5. 7. that there was provision made for such as were Poor in their Estates, that if they were not able to bring for a Trespass-Offering, or Sin-Offering, a Lamb, or Kid of the Goats, he might bring Two Turtle-Doves, or Two young Pigeons, which the Lord would accept of; but if a Rich man, that had Flocks and Herds, had brought Two young Pigeons, the Lord would have abhorred it, We find Levit. 5. 7. that there was provision made for such as were Poor in their Estates, that if they were not able to bring for a Trespass offering, or Sin-Offering, a Lamb, or Kid of the Goats, he might bring Two Turtle-Doves, or Two young Pigeons, which the Lord would accept of; but if a Rich man, that had Flocks and Herds, had brought Two young Pigeons, the Lord would have abhorred it, pns12 vvb np1 crd crd d pc-acp vbds n1 vvn p-acp d c-acp vbdr j p-acp po32 n2, cst cs pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, cc j, dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2, pns31 vmd vvi crd n2, cc crd j n2, r-crq dt n1 vmd vvi pp-f; p-acp cs dt j n1, cst vhd n2 cc n2, vhd vvn crd j n2, dt n1 vmd vhi vvn pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 16
213 and much more, if all the Rich men in Israel had agreed together, from a principle of Covetousness, in making a Law, that it should be penal for any man, be he Rich or Poor, to bring any thing for a Sin-Offering, besides Two young Pigeons. and much more, if all the Rich men in Israel had agreed together, from a principle of Covetousness, in making a Law, that it should be penal for any man, be he Rich or Poor, to bring any thing for a Sin-Offering, beside Two young Pigeons. cc av-d av-dc, cs d dt j n2 p-acp np1 vhd vvn av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg dt n1, cst pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp d n1, vbb pns31 j cc j, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt j, p-acp crd j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 35 Page 16
214 Many persons in the Churches may be poor in Parts, and in Gifts, and may need the help of a Set Form of Prayer, but to Impose by Law a Set Form upon all, be their ability for Prayer never so great, is to bind us up to the offering of Doves and Pigeons, when we are able to bring before the Lord, Lambs, Kids and Bullocks; Many Persons in the Churches may be poor in Parts, and in Gifts, and may need the help of a Set From of Prayer, but to Impose by Law a Set From upon all, be their ability for Prayer never so great, is to bind us up to the offering of Dove and Pigeons, when we Are able to bring before the Lord, Lambs, Kids and Bullocks; d n2 p-acp dt n2 vmb vbi j p-acp n2, cc p-acp n2, cc vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt vvb n1 pp-f n1, p-acp p-acp vvb p-acp n1 dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d, vbb po32 n1 p-acp n1 av-x av j, vbz pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2 cc n2, c-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, n2, n2 cc n2; (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 17
215 this were a Law to be disliked: this were a Law to be disliked: d vbdr dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 17
216 Or thus, whereas the condition of some that are Lame and Impotent, requires the help of Crutches to go to Market, and they are to be pitied under their Infirmities, Or thus, whereas the condition of Some that Are Lame and Impotent, requires the help of Crutches to go to Market, and they Are to be pitied under their Infirmities, cc av, cs dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr j cc j, vvz dt vvb pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 17
217 yet if a Law were made, that every man that comes to Market without Crutches, should lose one of his Ears, you would all cry out, that it was an unequal and unrighteous Law: yet if a Law were made, that every man that comes to Market without Crutches, should loose one of his Ears, you would all cry out, that it was an unequal and unrighteous Law: av cs dt n1 vbdr vvn, cst d n1 cst vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n2, vmd vvi crd pp-f po31 n2, pn22 vmd d vvi av, cst pn31 vbds dt j cc j-u n1: (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 17
218 Some may need and use Set Forms, but to Impose them upon all under severe and terrible Penalties, is that which hath no warrant from Scripture, some may need and use Set Forms, but to Impose them upon all under severe and terrible Penalties, is that which hath no warrant from Scripture, d vmb vvi cc vvi j-vvn n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvb pno32 p-acp d p-acp j cc j n2, vbz d r-crq vhz dx n1 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 17
219 nor the first and best Ages of the Church. nor the First and best Ages of the Church. ccx dt ord cc js n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 36 Page 17
220 A Fourth Point we are to look into, is, that Branch of the Subscription, required by the Act of Ʋniformity, which concerns the Covenant; it runs thus, I do declare, that I do hold there Lies no obligation upon me, A Fourth Point we Are to look into, is, that Branch of the Subscription, required by the Act of Ʋniformity, which concerns the Covenant; it runs thus, I do declare, that I do hold there Lies no obligation upon me, dt ord n1 pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp, vbz, cst n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz dt n1; pn31 vvz av, pns11 vdb vvi, cst pns11 vdb vvi a-acp vvz dx n1 p-acp pno11, (3) text (DIV1) 37 Page 17
221 or any other person, from the Oath commonly called the Solemn League or Covenant, to endeavour any Change or Alteration of the Government, either in Church or State, or any other person, from the Oath commonly called the Solemn League or Covenant, to endeavour any Change or Alteration of the Government, either in Church or State, cc d j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 av-j vvn dt j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 37 Page 17
222 and that the same in it self was an unlawful Oath, and Imposed on the Subjects of the Realm, against the known Laws and Liberties of this Kingdom. and that the same in it self was an unlawful Oath, and Imposed on the Subject's of the Realm, against the known Laws and Liberties of this Kingdom. cc cst dt d p-acp pn31 n1 vbds dt j n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 37 Page 17
223 We have Refused to Renounce this Covenant; now consider what we say for our selves. We have Refused to Renounce this Covenant; now Consider what we say for our selves. pns12 vhb vvn p-acp vvb d n1; av vvb r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2. (3) text (DIV1) 37 Page 17
224 1. There are many useful Preachers, and Men of good Learning, that never read a Law-book in their Lives; 1. There Are many useful Preachers, and Men of good Learning, that never read a Law book in their Lives; crd pc-acp vbr d j n2, cc n2 pp-f j n1, cst av-x vvd dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (3) text (DIV1) 38 Page 17
225 they know nothing of Magna Charta, Bracton, Littleton, Cook, Common Law, Statute Law — Is it reasonable then to require them to Declare the Covenant is contrary to known Laws and Liberties, which they are utterly unacquainted with? they know nothing of Magna Charta, Bracton, Littleton, Cook, Common Law, Statute Law — Is it reasonable then to require them to Declare the Covenant is contrary to known Laws and Liberties, which they Are utterly unacquainted with? pns32 vvb pix pp-f fw-la fw-la, np1, np1, n1, j n1, n1 n1 — vbz pn31 j av pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vbz j-jn p-acp vvn n2 cc n2, r-crq pns32 vbr av-j j p-acp? (3) text (DIV1) 38 Page 17
226 2. Though I am one of those that never took the Covenant, yet when I consider, That the King, Lords and Commons of England and Scotland, have taken it, 'tis a very strange thing, 2. Though I am one of those that never took the Covenant, yet when I Consider, That the King, lords and Commons of England and Scotland, have taken it, it's a very strange thing, crd cs pns11 vbm pi pp-f d cst av-x vvd dt n1, av c-crq pns11 vvb, cst dt n1, n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, vhb vvn pn31, pn31|vbz dt j j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 17
227 if it should bind none of them, not one of them: A man had need spend some years in Casuistical Divinity, and read all the Books which are Extant De Obligatione Juramenti, before he absolve two or three Kingdoms, if it should bind none of them, not one of them: A man had need spend Some Years in Casuistical Divinity, and read all the Books which Are Extant De Obligation Juramenti, before he absolve two or three Kingdoms, cs pn31 vmd vvi pix pp-f pno32, xx pi pp-f pno32: dt n1 vhd n1 vvi d n2 p-acp j n1, cc vvb d dt n2 r-crq vbr j fw-fr n1 np1, c-acp pns31 vvi crd cc crd n2, (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 17
228 and declare understandingly that no one man is bound by that Oath, which almost every man took. and declare understandingly that no one man is bound by that Oath, which almost every man took. cc vvb av-vvg cst dx crd n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1, r-crq av d n1 vvd. (3) text (DIV1) 39 Page 17
229 3. By the Covenant all persons were bound in their places to endeavour a Reformation of the Church, according to the Scriptures, and the Examples of the Best Reformed Churches; 3. By the Covenant all Persons were bound in their places to endeavour a Reformation of the Church, according to the Scriptures, and the Examples of the Best Reformed Churches; crd p-acp dt n1 d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt js vvn n2; (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 18
230 is this an unlawful Oath? if a man should swear, that in his Place and Calling he would endeavour with all his might to cast every Idol out of the World, we see our King, the Lords and Commons of Scotland, have cast off Prelacy, and Established Presbytery: But I will speak no more to this Subject. is this an unlawful Oath? if a man should swear, that in his Place and Calling he would endeavour with all his might to cast every Idol out of the World, we see our King, the lords and Commons of Scotland, have cast off Prelacy, and Established Presbytery: But I will speak no more to this Subject. vbz d dt j n1? cs dt n1 vmd vvi, cst p-acp po31 n1 cc vvg pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 av pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb po12 n1, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, vhb vvn a-acp np1, cc vvn n1: cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d j-jn. (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 18
231 By what you have heard, you may judge whether we have been straining at Gnats, or other men have swallowed Camels. By what you have herd, you may judge whither we have been straining At Gnats, or other men have swallowed Camels. p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb vvn, pn22 vmb vvi cs pns12 vhb vbn vvg p-acp n2, cc j-jn n2 vhb vvn n2. (3) text (DIV1) 40 Page 18
232 The Fifth Point, and the Last we shall take notice of, is that passage in the Liturgy concerning the Commination, or Denouncing of Gods Anger and Judgments against sinners, which begins thus, Cursed is the man, that maketh any Carved or Graven Image to worship it; The Fifth Point, and the Last we shall take notice of, is that passage in the Liturgy Concerning the Commination, or Denouncing of God's Anger and Judgments against Sinners, which begins thus, Cursed is the man, that makes any Carved or Graved Image to worship it; dt ord n1, cc dt vvb pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f, vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1 vvg dt n1, cc vvg pp-f npg1 n1 cc n2 p-acp n2, r-crq vvz av, vvn vbz dt n1, cst vv2 d vvn cc vvn n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 18
233 Cursed is he, that curseth his Father and Mother: Cursed is he, that removeth his Neighbours Land-mark; Cursed is he, that Curseth his Father and Mother: Cursed is he, that Removeth his Neighbours Landmark; vvn vbz pns31, cst vvz po31 n1 cc n1: j-vvn vbz pns31, cst vvz po31 n2 j; (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 18
234 And all the People are to say, Amen. And all the People Are to say, Amen. cc d dt n1 vbr pc-acp vvi, uh-n. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 18
235 In the Preface to this Commination we have words to this purpose, That until the Godly Discipline of the Primitive Church may be restored again, which is much to be wished, it is thought good, instead thereof, to Read the general sentences of Gods cursing against impenitent sinners, In the Preface to this Commination we have words to this purpose, That until the Godly Discipline of the Primitive Church may be restored again, which is much to be wished, it is Thought good, instead thereof, to Read the general sentences of God's cursing against impenitent Sinners, p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 pns12 vhb n2 p-acp d n1, cst c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn av, r-crq vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, pn31 vbz vvn j, av av, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp j n2, (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 18
236 and that the People should answer to every sentence, Amen. Upon this occasion I have these things to present to your meditation. and that the People should answer to every sentence, Amen. Upon this occasion I have these things to present to your meditation. cc cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, uh-n. p-acp d n1 pns11 vhb d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 41 Page 18
237 First, That those Excellent Persons our Reformers, and Compilers of this Book of Common-Prayer, had no full satisfaction in what was then done; First, That those Excellent Persons our Reformers, and Compilers of this Book of Common prayer, had no full satisfaction in what was then done; ord, cst d j n2 po12 n2, cc n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, vhd dx j n1 p-acp r-crq vbds av vdn; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 18
238 They ingenuously confess, they came short of the Godly Discipline of the Primitive Times, and that the Reformation should have been carried on higher, They ingenuously confess, they Come short of the Godly Discipline of the Primitive Times, and that the Reformation should have been carried on higher, pns32 av-j vvb, pns32 vvd j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2, cc d dt n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp jc, (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 18
239 if the Times would have given leave, and yet they had then their Government by Bishops, Arch-bishops, Chancellors, Registers, Arch-deacons, Surrogates and Proctors, as we have at this day. if the Times would have given leave, and yet they had then their Government by Bishops, Archbishop's, Chancellors, Registers, Archdeacons, Surrogates and Proctors, as we have At this day. cs dt n2 vmd vhi vvn n1, cc av pns32 vhd av po32 n1 p-acp n2, n2, ng1, n2, n2, n2 cc n2, c-acp pns12 vhb p-acp d n1. (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 18
240 But as Moses gave the License of Divorces, because of the Jews hardness of heart, but from the beginning it was not so; But as Moses gave the License of Divorces, Because of the jews hardness of heart, but from the beginning it was not so; cc-acp c-acp np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pp-f dt np2 n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbds xx av; (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 18
241 in like manner our Reformers direct to this way of Commination and Cursing, instead of the Antient Discipline, allowing that from the beginning it was not so, Matth. 19. 8. in like manner our Reformers Direct to this Way of Commination and Cursing, instead of the Ancient Discipline, allowing that from the beginning it was not so, Matthew 19. 8. p-acp j n1 po12 n2 vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg, av pp-f dt j n1, vvg cst p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbds xx av, np1 crd crd (3) text (DIV1) 42 Page 19
242 Secondly, 'Tis more than a hundred years since these Good men first recorded their hearty desires and wishes, for a higher, Secondly, It's more than a hundred Years since these Good men First recorded their hearty Desires and wishes, for a higher, ord, pn31|vbz dc cs dt crd n2 c-acp d j n2 ord vvd po32 j n2 cc n2, p-acp dt jc, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 19
243 and more compleat Reformation, in these words, Ʋntil the said Discipline may be restored again, which is much to be wished; and more complete Reformation, in these words, Ʋntil the said Discipline may be restored again, which is much to be wished; cc av-dc j n1, p-acp d n2, np1 dt j-vvn n1 vmb vbi vvn av, r-crq vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 19
244 and it is enough that the Church carries her Good Wishes with her through all Generations. and it is enough that the Church carries her Good Wishes with her through all Generations. cc pn31 vbz d cst dt n1 vvz po31 j n2 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 19
245 The Bishop of Sarum in his excellent Sermon upon Psal. 144. 15. before the House of Commons, calls upon them to carry the Reformation higher, as they desire to see the Church and State to prosper. The Bishop of Sarum in his excellent Sermon upon Psalm 144. 15. before the House of Commons, calls upon them to carry the Reformation higher, as they desire to see the Church and State to prosper. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp np1 crd crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp vvb dt n1 av-jc, c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 19
246 You can concur in giving the last finishings to our Reformation, many of the old Corruptions do yet remain among us in practice, You can concur in giving the last finishings to our Reformation, many of the old Corruptions do yet remain among us in practice, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp vvg dt ord n2-vvg p-acp po12 n1, d pp-f dt j n2 vdb av vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 19
247 and the Administration of the Ecclesiastical Authority is liable to great Objections. and the Administration of the Ecclesiastical authority is liable to great Objections. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz j p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 19
248 I will not run out into farther particulars, for it will be easie to find them, I will not run out into farther particulars, for it will be easy to find them, pns11 vmb xx vvi av p-acp jc n2-jn, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 19
249 and if you once set about it, you will soon see what work there is before you. and if you once Set about it, you will soon see what work there is before you. cc cs pn22 a-acp vvn p-acp pn31, pn22 vmb av vvi r-crq n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp pn22. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 19
250 Now if after all, there be nothing done for the Lord and his House, then will these wishes of our Reformers stand as a Testimony against our Prelates for ever. Now if After all, there be nothing done for the Lord and his House, then will these wishes of our Reformers stand as a Testimony against our Prelates for ever. av cs p-acp d, pc-acp vbi pix vdn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1, av vmb d n2 pp-f po12 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp av. (3) text (DIV1) 43 Page 19
251 Thirdly, Many of the Prophets, Apostles and Holy Men of old, fell into great Trouble by standing up in their places for a Reformation. Thirdly, Many of the prophets, Apostles and Holy Men of old, fell into great Trouble by standing up in their places for a Reformation. ord, d pp-f dt n2, n2 cc j n2 pp-f j, vvd p-acp j n1 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 19
252 Idolatrous Ahab and Jezebel made Elijah weary of his Life. Idolatrous Ahab and Jezebel made Elijah weary of his Life. j np1 cc np1 vvd np1 j pp-f po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 19
253 Isaiah the Prophet was (as Dorotheus saith) sawn asunder for opposing the Corruptions of his time: Isaiah the Prophet was (as Dorotheus Says) sawn asunder for opposing the Corruptions of his time: np1 dt n1 vbds (c-acp np1 vvz) vvb av p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 19
254 The Holy Apostles were charged by the Jews, though most falsly, that they turned the World upside down, Acts 17. 6. and accordingly they sought their Destruction. The Holy Apostles were charged by the jews, though most falsely, that they turned the World upside down, Acts 17. 6. and accordingly they sought their Destruction. dt j n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt np2, cs av-ds av-j, cst pns32 vvd dt n1 av a-acp, n2 crd crd cc av-vvg pns32 vvd po32 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 19
255 Our Lord Jesus Christ came in the time for Reformation, Heb. 9. 10. and pursued it so closely, that the rage of the Jews, the Priests, Scribes and Pharisees was kindled against him, Our Lord jesus christ Come in the time for Reformation, Hebrew 9. 10. and pursued it so closely, that the rage of the jews, the Priests, Scribes and Pharisees was kindled against him, po12 n1 np1 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc vvd pn31 av av-j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt np2, dt n2, n2 cc np2 vbds vvn p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 19
256 and nothing but his Blood shed by false Accusation upon the Cross could quench it: and nothing but his Blood shed by false Accusation upon the Cross could quench it: cc pix p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi pn31: (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 19
257 We may compare John 2. 15. with Mat. 21. 12. where we find him cleansing the Temple, And he made a Scourge of small Cords, he drove them all out of the Temple, We may compare John 2. 15. with Mathew 21. 12. where we find him cleansing the Temple, And he made a Scourge of small Cords, he drove them all out of the Temple, pns12 vmb vvi np1 crd crd p-acp np1 crd crd c-crq pns12 vvb pno31 vvg dt n1, cc pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f j n2, pns31 vvd pno32 d av pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 19
258 and the Sheep, and the Oxen, and poured out the Changers Money, and overthrew the Tables — In this Nehemiah seems to have been his Type, ch. 13. 8. and it grieved me sore, and the Sheep, and the Oxen, and poured out the Changer's Money, and overthrew the Tables — In this Nehemiah seems to have been his Type, changed. 13. 8. and it grieved me soar, cc dt n1, cc dt n2, cc vvd av dt ng1 n1, cc vvd dt n2 — p-acp d np1 vvz pc-acp vhi vbn po31 n1, n1. crd crd cc pn31 vvd pno11 av-j, (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 20
259 therefore I cast forth all the Houshold-stuff of Tobiah out of the Chambers of the House of the Lord; Therefore I cast forth all the household stuff of Tobiah out of the Chambers of the House of the Lord; av pns11 vvd av d dt n1 pp-f np1 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 20
260 'tis a dangerous, yet a needful work to Cleanse and Reform: it's a dangerous, yet a needful work to Cleanse and Reform: pn31|vbz dt j, av dt j n1 p-acp vvb cc vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 20
261 Our Lord Christ owned it, and upon that which our Lord Christ did of this kind, we may make these Remarks. Our Lord christ owned it, and upon that which our Lord christ did of this kind, we may make these Remarks. po12 n1 np1 vvd pn31, cc p-acp d r-crq po12 n1 np1 vdd pp-f d n1, pns12 vmb vvi d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 44 Page 20
262 1. That with this Reforming work, our Lord began, and ended his Ministry, not once but twice, did he cast the buyers and sellers out of the Temple, Diseases are apt to return upon the Ecclesiastical body. 1. That with this Reforming work, our Lord began, and ended his Ministry, not once but twice, did he cast the buyers and sellers out of the Temple, Diseases Are apt to return upon the Ecclesiastical body. crd cst p-acp d vvg n1, po12 n1 vvd, cc vvd po31 n1, xx a-acp p-acp av, vdd pns31 vvi dt n2 cc n2 av pp-f dt n1, n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1. (3) text (DIV1) 45 Page 20
263 2. He scourged them out as so many Beasts, to shew that he was a Lion as well as a Lamb. 2. He scourged them out as so many Beasts, to show that he was a lion as well as a Lamb. crd pns31 vvd pno32 av c-acp av d n2, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbds dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 46 Page 20
264 3. That in that necessary work he had no regard to his own safety, the zeal of the Lords House eat it up. 3. That in that necessary work he had no regard to his own safety, the zeal of the lords House eat it up. crd cst p-acp d j n1 pns31 vhd dx n1 p-acp po31 d n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 vvi pn31 a-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 47 Page 20
265 4. Men will never part with their gainful corruptions, till constrained by the rod. 4. Men will never part with their gainful corruptions, till constrained by the rod. crd np1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp po32 j n2, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 48 Page 20
266 5. The Lord makes a scourge for those that were wont to make a scourge for others, that disliked their Corruptions in worship, Matth. 10. 17. 6. Those are vile and base, and as so many Beasts in our Lords account, that are enemies to Reformation. 5. The Lord makes a scourge for those that were wont to make a scourge for Others, that disliked their Corruptions in worship, Matthew 10. 17. 6. Those Are vile and base, and as so many Beasts in our lords account, that Are enemies to Reformation. crd dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d cst vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt vvb p-acp n2-jn, cst vvd po32 n2 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd crd d vbr j cc j, cc c-acp av d n2 p-acp po12 n2 vvi, cst vbr n2 p-acp n1. (3) text (DIV1) 49 Page 20
267 Fourthly, That which the Nonconformists of these Three Kingdoms, have Written for, Preached for, and Suffered for, is, that the Godly Worship, and Godly Discipline of the Primitive Church may berestored, which is much to be wished, So it was said by our Fathers, Fourthly, That which the nonconformists of these Three Kingdoms, have Written for, Preached for, and Suffered for, is, that the Godly Worship, and Godly Discipline of the Primitive Church may berestored, which is much to be wished, So it was said by our Father's, ord, cst r-crq dt np1 pp-f d crd n2, vhb vvn p-acp, vvn p-acp, cc vvd p-acp, vbz, cst dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb j, r-crq vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, av pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 20
268 so it is now said by the Liturgy, and so we also say at this day; so it is now said by the Liturgy, and so we also say At this day; av pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av pns12 av vvb p-acp d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 20
269 It was no crime heretofore, nay 'tis no crime now, when the Church-men say we need a farther Reformation, It was no crime heretofore, nay it's no crime now, when the Churchmen say we need a farther Reformation, pn31 vbds dx n1 av, uh-x pn31|vbz dx n1 av, c-crq dt n2 vvb pns12 vvb dt jc n1, (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 20
270 and it can be no crime in us neither; and it can be no crime in us neither; cc pn31 vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp pno12 d; (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 20
271 why then should we be afraid? That expression about the Godly Discipline stands in the Liturgy as well for the Justification of the Nonconformists as for a Testimony against the Prelates. why then should we be afraid? That expression about the Godly Discipline Stands in the Liturgy as well for the Justification of the nonconformists as for a Testimony against the Prelates. q-crq av vmd pns12 vbi j? cst n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2. (3) text (DIV1) 51 Page 21
272 Fifthly, It was the Glory of Moses that he was faithful in the house of God Heb. 3. 5. He did all things according to the pattern in the Mount, it was also the Glory of King Solomon, that in building of the Temple, Fifthly, It was the Glory of Moses that he was faithful in the house of God Hebrew 3. 5. He did all things according to the pattern in the Mount, it was also the Glory of King Solomon, that in building of the Temple, ord, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1 crd crd pns31 vdd d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbds av dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 21
273 and ordering all things about the Porch, Courts, Chambers, the Altars, Lavers, Tables and golden Candlesticks, he kept precisely to divine direction, as in 1 Chron. 28. 11-19. The Lord made me understand in writing by his hand upon me. and ordering all things about the Porch, Courts, Chambers, the Altars, Lavers, Tables and golden Candlesticks, he kept precisely to divine direction, as in 1 Chronicles 28. 11-19. The Lord made me understand in writing by his hand upon me. cc vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1, n2, n2, dt n2, np1, n2 cc j n2, pns31 vvd av-j p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp crd np1 crd j. dt n1 vvd pno11 vvi p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno11. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 21
274 Even all the works of this pattern; Even all the works of this pattern; j d dt n2 pp-f d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 21
275 now if this were the Glory of these great men to keep to the Rule, it can never be our shame to walk in their steps, now if this were the Glory of these great men to keep to the Rule, it can never be our shame to walk in their steps, av cs d vbdr dt n1 pp-f d j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb av-x vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 21
276 and follow their example, pressing continually to have all things in Gods House according to the Pattern in the Mount: and follow their Exampl, pressing continually to have all things in God's House according to the Pattern in the Mount: cc vvi po32 n1, vvg av-j pc-acp vhi d n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 21
277 Having this occasion to make mention of Solomon, and the Magnificent Temple, which he built, 'tis our present concernment to stand still a little and make some short reflectiosn upon it. Having this occasion to make mention of Solomon, and the Magnificent Temple, which he built, it's our present concernment to stand still a little and make Some short reflectiosn upon it. vhg d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1, r-crq pns31 vvd, pn31|vbz po12 j n1 pc-acp vvi av dt j cc vvi d j j p-acp pn31. (3) text (DIV1) 52 Page 21
278 1. I say, the first fixt place for solemn worship that ever God appointed was Solomons Temple; The Tabernacle of Moses was indeed the Place for Divine Service, to which the Tribes were to resort: 1. I say, the First fixed place for solemn worship that ever God appointed was Solomons Temple; The Tabernacle of Moses was indeed the Place for Divine Service, to which the Tribes were to resort: crd pns11 vvb, dt ord vvn n1 p-acp j n1 cst av np1 vvd vbds np1 n1; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vbdr pc-acp vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 21
279 But then the Tabernacle was a walking Temple, sometimes at Shilo, sometimes else where; But then the Tabernacle was a walking Temple, sometime At Shilo, sometime Else where; cc-acp av dt n1 vbds dt vvg n1, av p-acp np1, av av c-crq; (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 21
280 For the space of about 500 years from Moses to Solomon, there was no fixt Place for worship, as afterwards the Temple was. For the Molle of about 500 Years from Moses to Solomon, there was no fixed Place for worship, as afterwards the Temple was. c-acp dt n1 pp-f p-acp crd n2 p-acp np1 p-acp np1, a-acp vbds dx vvn n1 p-acp n1, c-acp av dt n1 vbds. (3) text (DIV1) 53 Page 21
281 2. That the only fixt place for solemn worship by the immediate designation and appointment of God, was the Temple at Jerusalem; to the best of my knowledge there was never any before, 2. That the only fixed place for solemn worship by the immediate designation and appointment of God, was the Temple At Jerusalem; to the best of my knowledge there was never any before, crd cst dt av-j vvn n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbds dt n1 p-acp np1; p-acp dt js pp-f po11 n1 a-acp vbds av-x d a-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 54 Page 21
282 or since, John 4. 21. Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet in Jerusalem worship the Father; or since, John 4. 21. jesus Says unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour comes, when you shall neither in this mountain, nor yet in Jerusalem worship the Father; cc a-acp, np1 crd crd np1 vvz p-acp pno31, n1, vvb pno11, dt n1 vvz, c-crq pn22 vmb av-dx p-acp d n1, ccx av p-acp np1 vvi dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 54 Page 21
283 God is a Spirit, and they that worship him, must worship him in Spirit, and in truth, ver. 24. 3. Though there had been many Temples in the land of Canaan, used by the Natives in Honour of their false Gods; God is a Spirit, and they that worship him, must worship him in Spirit, and in truth, ver. 24. 3. Though there had been many Temples in the land of Canaan, used by the Natives in Honour of their false God's; np1 vbz dt n1, cc pns32 cst vvb pno31, vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, fw-la. crd crd cs pc-acp vhd vbn d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt n2-jn p-acp n1 pp-f po32 j n2; (3) text (DIV1) 54 Page 21
284 yet the Lord would make use of none of them, but directs they should be all demolished and a new one built, Deut. 12. 2. Ye shall utterly destroy all the places, wherein the Nations which ye shall possess, served their Gods, upon the Mountains, yet the Lord would make use of none of them, but directs they should be all demolished and a new one built, Deuteronomy 12. 2. You shall utterly destroy all the places, wherein the nations which you shall possess, served their God's, upon the Mountains, av dt n1 vmd vvi n1 pp-f pix pp-f pno32, cc-acp vvz pns32 vmd vbi d vvn cc dt j pi vvn, np1 crd crd pn22 vmb av-j vvi d dt n2, c-crq dt n2 r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, vvd po32 n2, p-acp dt n2, (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 22
285 and upon the Hills, and under every green Tree; and upon the Hills, and under every green Tree; cc p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp d j-jn n1; (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 22
286 The Land of Canaan was a place of learning before Israel came into it, and of Religion too; The Land of Canaan was a place of learning before Israel Come into it, and of Religion too; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vvd p-acp pn31, cc pp-f n1 av; (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 22
287 but it was corrupted with superstition and Idolatry, in Josh. 15. 15, 42. We read of Kirjath Sepher, Kirjath Sanna Cities of Books, of learning or the Law called Deber, as the Oracle for Wisdom, Eloquence, and Acuteness; but it was corrupted with Superstition and Idolatry, in Josh. 15. 15, 42. We read of Kirjath book, Kirjath Sanna Cities of Books, of learning or the Law called Deber, as the Oracle for Wisdom, Eloquence, and Acuteness; cc-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp np1 crd crd, crd pns12 vvb pp-f np1 n1, np1 np1 n2 pp-f n2, pp-f vvg cc dt n1 vvn np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 22
288 these Temples were Rich and pompous, so far as we can guess by the remains we have of the History of those Times; these Temples were Rich and pompous, so Far as we can guess by the remains we have of the History of those Times; d n2 vbdr j cc j, av av-j c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2; (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 22
289 yet the Lord in his Jealousie would have none of them spared, for Synagogues or Houses of Prayer, yet the Lord in his Jealousy would have none of them spared, for Synagogues or Houses of Prayer, av dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vmd vhi pix pp-f pno32 vvd, c-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 22
290 because they had been set apart for Idolatrous purposes. Because they had been Set apart for Idolatrous Purposes. c-acp pns32 vhd vbn vvn av p-acp j n2. (3) text (DIV1) 55 Page 22
291 4. Let's observe, the Nature and Condition of the Place, which the Wisdom of God singles forth out of all the world, where his Holy Temple should be built, 'twas Ornans Threshing floor, 2 Chron. 3. 1. with the 2 Sam. 24. 18. Then Solomon began to build the House of the Lord at Jerusalem in mount Moriah, where the Lord appeared unto David his Father in the Place that David had prepared in the Threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite. There were many places at that time, where the Holy People were wont to Sacrifice, 4. Let's observe, the Nature and Condition of the Place, which the Wisdom of God singles forth out of all the world, where his Holy Temple should be built, 'twas Ornans Threshing floor, 2 Chronicles 3. 1. with the 2 Sam. 24. 18. Then Solomon began to built the House of the Lord At Jerusalem in mount Moriah, where the Lord appeared unto David his Father in the Place that David had prepared in the Threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite. There were many places At that time, where the Holy People were wont to Sacrifice, crd vvb|pno12 vvi, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av av pp-f d dt n1, c-crq po31 j n1 vmd vbi vvn, pn31|vbds np1 vvg n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp dt crd np1 crd crd av np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1 np1, c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 dt np1. a-acp vbdr d n2 p-acp d n1, c-crq dt j n1 vbdr j pc-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 56 Page 22
292 as Gilgal, Shilo, illa omnia post-ponit, but the Lord slights all these, and chooses the Threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite, it's likely that this Ornan was of Princely descent as he had a Princely mind, which could readily part with any worldly Interest for Gods Service and Honour; as Gilgal, Shilo, illa omnia post-ponit, but the Lord slights all these, and chooses the Threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite, it's likely that this Ornan was of Princely descent as he had a Princely mind, which could readily part with any worldly Interest for God's Service and Honour; c-acp np1, np1, fw-la fw-la j, p-acp dt n1 vvz d d, cc vvz dt vvg n1 pp-f np1 dt np1, pn31|vbz j cst d np1 vbds pp-f j n1 c-acp pns31 vhd dt j n1, r-crq vmd av-j vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 56 Page 22
293 his mind was as great as his Birth, and his devotion equal to both, there might be some mystery in this choice, which the Lord made of the Threshing Floor of Ornan, to shew, his mind was as great as his Birth, and his devotion equal to both, there might be Some mystery in this choice, which the Lord made of the Threshing Floor of Ornan, to show, po31 n1 vbds a-acp j c-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1 j-jn p-acp d, pc-acp vmd vbi d n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq dt n1 vvd pp-f dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 56 Page 22
294 1. That Temple-Work is hard work, 'tis Threshing. 1. That Temple work is hard work, it's Threshing. crd cst n1 vbz j n1, pn31|vbz vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 57 Page 23
295 2. That Temple-Work is to separate between the Chaff and the Wheat, the precious and the vile. 2. That Temple work is to separate between the Chaff and the Wheat, the precious and the vile. crd cst n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, dt j cc dt j. (3) text (DIV1) 58 Page 23
296 3. That the separation will not be perfect, till the end of all things, mali in area nobiscum esse possunt, in horreo non possunt. 3. That the separation will not be perfect, till the end of all things, mali in Area nobiscum esse possunt, in Horreo non possunt. crd cst dt n1 vmb xx vbi j, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 23
297 The wicked may mingle with us in the Floor, they shall not in the Garner. The wicked may mingle with us in the Floor, they shall not in the Garner. dt j vmb vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, pns32 vmb xx p-acp dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 59 Page 23
298 5. And Lastly, Let's consider what the Heathen would say of this Temple at Jerusalem, which was the most magnificent and stately structure in the World, excelling in glory: 5. And Lastly, Let's Consider what the Heathen would say of this Temple At Jerusalem, which was the most magnificent and stately structure in the World, excelling in glory: crd cc ord, vvb|pno12 vvb q-crq dt j-jn vmd vvi pp-f d n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds dt av-ds j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp n1: (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 23
299 no doubt but they would load it with Reproaches, and say, This Temple upon which King Solomon spent a hundred thousand Talents of Gold, no doubt but they would load it with Reproaches, and say, This Temple upon which King Solomon spent a hundred thousand Talents of Gold, dx n1 cc-acp pns32 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp n2, cc vvi, d n1 p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvn dt crd crd n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 23
300 and a thousand thousand Talents of Silver, is after all but Ornan's Threshing-floor; 'tis but a Barn; our Temples are Holy Places, and to be preferred before that at Jerusalem. Now I have great assurance that King Solomon with all his wisdom was able to vindicate the House of God which he had built, and a thousand thousand Talents of Silver, is After all but Ornan's threshing-floor; it's but a Barn; our Temples Are Holy Places, and to be preferred before that At Jerusalem. Now I have great assurance that King Solomon with all his Wisdom was able to vindicate the House of God which he had built, cc dt crd crd n2 pp-f n1, vbz p-acp d p-acp ng1 n1; pn31|vbz p-acp dt n1; po12 n2 vbr j n2, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d p-acp np1. av pns11 vhb j n1 cst n1 np1 p-acp d po31 n1 vbds j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 23
301 and upon a fair hearing, to confound all those that disgraced it, King Solomon could tell those Heathens, that all their Temples were stained with Superstition and Idolatry, which Ornan's Threshing-floor never was: and upon a fair hearing, to confound all those that disgraced it, King Solomon could tell those heathens, that all their Temples were stained with Superstition and Idolatry, which Ornan's threshing-floor never was: cc p-acp dt j n-vvg, pc-acp vvi d d cst vvd pn31, n1 np1 vmd vvi d n2-jn, cst d po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq ng1 n1 av-x vbds: (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 23
302 All their Temples were places of Spiritual Whoredoms, they were Erected by Idolaters, and Consecrated for Idolatrous uses, and that his Temple at Jerusalem did as much excel all the Temples of the Heathen, All their Temples were places of Spiritual Whoredoms, they were Erected by Idolaters, and Consecrated for Idolatrous uses, and that his Temple At Jerusalem did as much excel all the Temples of the Heathen, d po32 n2 vbdr n2 pp-f j n2, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n2, cc j-vvn p-acp j n2, cc d po31 n1 p-acp np1 vdd c-acp av-d vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn, (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 23
303 as a pure spotless Virgin doth an old wrinkled Harlot. as a pure spotless Virgae does an old wrinkled Harlot. c-acp dt j j n1 vdz dt j j-vvn n1. (3) text (DIV1) 60 Page 23
304 We shall now quit this Use of Examination, and search no further into the stuff. The Protestant Dissenters dare not flatter the Prerogatives of Princes, to their Destruction; We shall now quit this Use of Examination, and search no further into the stuff. The Protestant Dissenters Dare not flatter the Prerogatives of Princes, to their Destruction; pns12 vmb av vvi d n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1. dt n1 n2 vvb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp po32 n1; (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 23
305 they dare not Assent and Consent solemnly to that which they inwardly dislike; they Dare not Assent and Consent solemnly to that which they inwardly dislike; pns32 vvb xx vvi cc vvi av-j p-acp cst r-crq pns32 av-j vvb; (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 23
306 they dare not depart from that Ordination, which is according to the Scriptures, and the practice of the purest Churches; they Dare not depart from that Ordination, which is according to the Scriptures, and the practice of the Purest Churches; pns32 vvb xx vvi p-acp d n1, r-crq vbz vvg p-acp dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt js n2; (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 24
307 they dare not offer to the Lord that which costs them nothing, nor submit to those Forms of Prayer, which quench the Spirit of Prayer; they Dare not offer to the Lord that which costs them nothing, nor submit to those Forms of Prayer, which quench the Spirit of Prayer; pns32 vvb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 cst r-crq vvz pno32 pix, ccx vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 24
308 they dare not renounce Covenants, as contrary to the known Laws, when the Laws to them are utterly unknown; they dare not but appear humbly in their places for the Restauration of the Godly Discipline of the Primitive Church, since all allow 'tis to be wished for; they dare not but with Moses and Solomon, keep to the pattern in the Mount, notwithstanding the Inventions and Commandments of Men; they Dare not renounce Covenants, as contrary to the known Laws, when the Laws to them Are utterly unknown; they Dare not but appear humbly in their places for the Restauration of the Godly Discipline of the Primitive Church, since all allow it's to be wished for; they Dare not but with Moses and Solomon, keep to the pattern in the Mount, notwithstanding the Inventions and commandments of Men; pns32 vvb xx vvi n2, c-acp j-jn p-acp dt j-vvn n2, c-crq dt n2 p-acp pno32 vbr av-j j; pns32 vvb xx cc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp d vvb pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp; pns32 vvb xx cc-acp p-acp np1 cc np1, vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2; (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 24
309 and if in all these things the Nonconformists are in the right, and have in their Sackcloth witnessed to the Truth, and if in all these things the nonconformists Are in the right, and have in their sackcloth witnessed to the Truth, cc cs p-acp d d n2 dt np1 vbr p-acp dt j-jn, cc vhb p-acp po32 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 24
310 then ought the Church of England to hang down her head, smite upon her breast, then ought the Church of England to hang down her head, smite upon her breast, av vmd dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1, vvb p-acp po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 24
311 and walk softly, because she hath been cruel like the Ostrich in the Wilderness, the Tongue of the sucking Child cleaveth to the roof of his mouth, and walk softly, Because she hath been cruel like the Ostrich in the Wilderness, the Tongue of the sucking Child cleaveth to the roof of his Mouth, cc vvi av-j, c-acp pns31 vhz vbn j av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 24
312 for thirst, the young Children ask bread, and no man breaketh it unto them; they that did feed delicately, are desolate in the streets; for thirst, the young Children ask bred, and no man breaks it unto them; they that did feed delicately, Are desolate in the streets; p-acp n1, dt j n2 vvb n1, cc dx n1 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32; pns32 cst vdd vvi av-j, vbr j p-acp dt n2; (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 24
313 they that were brought up in Scarlet, embrace Dunghills, Lam. 4. 3, 4, 5. they that were brought up in Scarlet, embrace Dunghills, Lam. 4. 3, 4, 5. pns32 cst vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp j-jn, vvb n2, np1 crd crd, crd, crd (3) text (DIV1) 61 Page 24
314 We come now to the Second Use, which is for Exhortation, and here let me beg and beseech you to lay aside all consideration of our own and our Brethrens Sufferings, We come now to the Second Use, which is for Exhortation, and Here let me beg and beseech you to lay aside all consideration of our own and our Brothers' Sufferings, pns12 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz p-acp n1, cc av vvb pno11 vvi cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi av d n1 pp-f po12 d cc po12 ng2 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 24
315 and, as the Elect of God, put on bowels of compassion, Col. 3. 12. It will be some evidence to us, that we are the elect of God, if we can put on bowels of Mercy, if we can say in sincerity, and, as the Elect of God, put on bowels of compassion, Col. 3. 12. It will be Some evidence to us, that we Are the elect of God, if we can put on bowels of Mercy, if we can say in sincerity, cc, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd pn31 vmb vbi d n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vbr dt vvb pp-f np1, cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 24
316 as I hope we shall, O that our head, were Waters and our eyes fountains of tears that we might make our Meeting Place a Bochim, Judg. 2. 5. A place of bitter mourning, like the mourning of Hadadrimmon in the Valley of Megiddo, Zech. 12. 11. Because of all the Provocations, as I hope we shall, Oh that our head, were Waters and our eyes fountains of tears that we might make our Meeting Place a Bochim, Judges 2. 5. A place of bitter mourning, like the mourning of Hadadrimmon in the Valley of Megiddo, Zechariah 12. 11. Because of all the Provocations, c-acp pns11 vvb pns12 vmb, uh cst po12 n1, vbdr n2 cc po12 n2 n2 pp-f n2 cst pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1 n1 dt np1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f j n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd p-acp pp-f d dt n2, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 24
317 and Abominations of England, Scotland and Ireland; the cry of our Sins is gone up to Heaven against us, O let us endeavour by the cry of our Prayers and Tears, to silence the cry of our Sins, O Lord God, put bowels of mercy into every one of us; and Abominations of England, Scotland and Ireland; the cry of our Sins is gone up to Heaven against us, Oh let us endeavour by the cry of our Prayers and Tears, to silence the cry of our Sins, Oh Lord God, put bowels of mercy into every one of us; cc n2 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1; dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, uh vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, uh n1 np1, vvd n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d crd pp-f pno12; (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 24
318 in the Hebrew language one word, (Rahem) signifies both Bowels and Mercy, and by a Metathesis of the Radical Letters, is made (herein) which signifies Anathema, to shew, that if we are without bowels of Mercy in this day of our Kingdom's Distress, we are under the Curse, and none of the Elect of God. in the Hebrew language one word, (Rahem) signifies both Bowels and Mercy, and by a Metathesis of the Radical Letters, is made (herein) which signifies Anathema, to show, that if we Are without bowels of Mercy in this day of our Kingdom's Distress, we Are under the Curse, and none of the Elect of God. p-acp dt njp n1 crd n1, (np1) vvz d n2 cc n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, vbz vvn (av) r-crq vvz n1, pc-acp vvi, cst cs pns12 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1|vbz n1, pns12 vbr p-acp dt vvb, cc pix pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
319 It is a Cain's mark upon Judas, he lost his bowels, Acts 1. 18. and upon King Jehoram too, that he was diseased in his bowels, 2 Chron. 21. 15. O! let us mingle our hearts and our prayers, no less than our Faith, with the holy Word of God as we go along, It is a Cain's mark upon Judas, he lost his bowels, Acts 1. 18. and upon King jehoram too, that he was diseased in his bowels, 2 Chronicles 21. 15. OH! let us mingle our hearts and our Prayers, no less than our Faith, with the holy Word of God as we go along, pn31 vbz dt npg1 n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvd po31 n2, n2 crd crd cc p-acp n1 np1 av, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n2, crd np1 crd crd uh vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 cc po12 n2, av-dx dc cs po12 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 c-acp pns12 vvb a-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
320 and cry aloud, that the God of all Grace, and Father of Mercies, would please to heal the disease which is in our bowels, and in the bowels of England, Scotland and Ireland. There is something peculiar in the Judgments, which have been armed against us of this Generation, here in England. There was in our Metropolis of London such a consuming Pestilence, as our Fathers never saw, there they died by thousands, where now they walk by thousands; and cry aloud, that the God of all Grace, and Father of mercies, would please to heal the disease which is in our bowels, and in the bowels of England, Scotland and Ireland. There is something peculiar in the Judgments, which have been armed against us of this Generation, Here in England. There was in our Metropolis of London such a consuming Pestilence, as our Father's never saw, there they died by thousands, where now they walk by thousands; cc vvb av, cst dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1. pc-acp vbz pi j p-acp dt n2, r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno12 pp-f d n1, av p-acp np1. a-acp vbds p-acp po12 n1 pp-f np1 d dt vvg n1, p-acp po12 n2 av-x vvd, a-acp pns32 vvd p-acp crd, c-crq av pns32 vvb p-acp crd; (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
321 there was such a devouring Fire as our Fathers never saw, a Fire, which had not learnt to distinguish between sacred and prophane, between the Bible and the Comedy, between places of common Exchange, and more Divine Commerce; there was such a devouring Fire as our Father's never saw, a Fire, which had not learned to distinguish between sacred and profane, between the bible and the Comedy, between places of Common Exchange, and more Divine Commerce; a-acp vbds d dt vvg n1 p-acp po12 n2 av-x vvd, dt n1, r-crq vhd xx vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j cc j, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, cc av-dc j-jn n1; (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
322 And for all this his Anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still, Isa. 5. 25. Our condition at this day is somewhat prodigious, we are, And for all this his Anger is not turned away, but his hand is stretched out still, Isaiah 5. 25. Our condition At this day is somewhat prodigious, we Are, cc p-acp d d po31 n1 vbz xx vvn av, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn av av, np1 crd crd po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av j, pns12 vbr, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
323 and have been, for almost two years under the Influence of two Suns, Alas for the Miseries and Desolations of Ireland, there is the sound of the Trumpet, the Alarms of War, there is the devouring Sword, there are Garments rouled in Blood; and have been, for almost two Years under the Influence of two Suns, Alas for the Misery's and Desolations of Ireland, there is the found of the Trumpet, the Alarms of War, there is the devouring Sword, there Are Garments rolled in Blood; cc vhb vbn, c-acp av crd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, uh p-acp dt ng1 cc n2 pp-f np1, a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1, pc-acp vbr n2 vvd p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
324 Alas for disconsolate and desolate Ireland; her Towns are Burnt, her Houses are Spoiled, her Virgins Ravished, all places filled with Confusion and Slaughter. Alas for disconsolate and desolate Ireland; her Towns Are Burned, her Houses Are Spoiled, her Virgins Ravished, all places filled with Confusion and Slaughter. uh p-acp j cc j np1; po31 n2 vbr vvn, po31 n2 vbr j-vvn, po31 n2 vvn, d n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
325 Ireland is now an Aceldema, a Field of Blood. Ireland is now an Aceldama, a Field of Blood. np1 vbz av dt np1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
326 But Glory, Glory to him, that sits on the Throne, and to the Lamb, for ever and ever, the Virgin Daughter of Scotland begins to awake, But Glory, Glory to him, that sits on the Throne, and to the Lamb, for ever and ever, the Virgae Daughter of Scotland begins to awake, p-acp n1, n1 p-acp pno31, cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, c-acp av cc av, dt n1 n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
327 and arise out of the Dust, to sit and sing as in the days of her Youth, and arise out of the Dust, to fit and sing as in the days of her Youth, cc vvb av pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 25
328 as in the days when she came up out of the Land of Egypt, Hos. 2. 15. Now is fulfilled that which was spoken by Isaias the Prophet, saying, The Land of Zebulun, and the Land of Nephthalim, by the way of the Sea, beyond Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles, the people which sate in darkness saw great light, and to them which sate in the Region and Shadow of death, light is sprung up, Mat. 4. 14, 15, 16. This is no new thing in the course of Divine Providence, that those who were first in Trouble should be Relieved first. as in the days when she Come up out of the Land of Egypt, Hos. 2. 15. Now is fulfilled that which was spoken by Isaiah the Prophet, saying, The Land of Zebulun, and the Land of Nephthalim, by the Way of the Sea, beyond Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles, the people which sat in darkness saw great Light, and to them which sat in the Region and Shadow of death, Light is sprung up, Mathew 4. 14, 15, 16. This is no new thing in the course of Divine Providence, that those who were First in Trouble should be Relieved First. c-acp p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd av vbz vvn d r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1 dt n1, vvg, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f fw-la, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1, np1 pp-f dt n2-j, dt n1 r-crq vvd p-acp n1 vvd j n1, cc p-acp pno32 r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, n1 vbz vvn a-acp, np1 crd crd, crd, crd d vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cst d r-crq vbdr ord p-acp vvb vmd vbi vvn ord. (3) text (DIV1) 62 Page 26
329 There are two ways which I shall propose, wherein we ought to shew forth our Bowels of Mercy, for these Kingdoms. There Are two ways which I shall propose, wherein we ought to show forth our Bowels of Mercy, for these Kingdoms. pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi, c-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi av po12 n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 63 Page 26
330 1. By our personal Reformation; we Protestant Dissenters, are more especially obliged to cast away every Idol of Gold and Silver to the Moles, 1. By our personal Reformation; we Protestant Dissenters, Are more especially obliged to cast away every Idol of Gold and Silver to the Moles, crd p-acp po12 j n1; pns12 n1 n2, vbr av-dc av-j vvn pc-acp vvi av d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2, (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 26
331 and to the Bats, Isa. 2. 20. 'Tis said among the Heathen, the Lord hath done great things for us, and indeed the Lord hath done great things for us, whereof we are glad, Psal. 126. 3, 4. He hath broken the Horn of the wicked, the Teeth of the ungodly; and to the Bats, Isaiah 2. 20. It's said among the Heathen, the Lord hath done great things for us, and indeed the Lord hath done great things for us, whereof we Are glad, Psalm 126. 3, 4. He hath broken the Horn of the wicked, the Teeth of the ungodly; cc p-acp dt n2, np1 crd crd pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn, dt n1 vhz vdn j n2 p-acp pno12, cc av dt n1 vhz vdn j n2 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vbr j, np1 crd crd, crd pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j, dt n2 pp-f dt j; (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 26
332 he hath loosed our Bands, taken the Burthen from our Shoulders, and set our Feet in a large place The Lord hath turned again our Captivity, he hath loosed our Bans, taken the Burden from our Shoulders, and Set our Feet in a large place The Lord hath turned again our Captivity, pns31 vhz vvn po12 n2, vvn dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vhz vvn av po12 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 26
333 and it is as the Streams in the South, which wonderfully revives and comforts those that have born the heat of the day. and it is as the Streams in the South, which wonderfully revives and comforts those that have born the heat of the day. cc pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av-j vvz cc vvz d cst vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 26
334 We have often heard, that if there had been but four or five more holy Persons in Sodom, Sodom had been spared, We have often herd, that if there had been but four or five more holy Persons in Sodom, Sodom had been spared, pns12 vhb av vvn, cst cs a-acp vhd vbn p-acp crd cc crd dc j n2 p-acp np1, np1 vhd vbn vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 26
335 and not destroyed by Fire and Brimstone from Heaven; and not destroyed by Fire and Brimstone from Heaven; cc xx vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 26
336 Gen. 18 32. Methinks I hear England, Scotland and Ireland crying to us with a loud voice, Gen. 18 32. Methinks I hear England, Scotland and Ireland crying to us with a loud voice, np1 crd crd vvz pns11 vvb np1, np1 cc np1 vvg p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1, (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 26
337 If ye Love us, and have any Compassion for us, then turn unto the Lord unfeignedly, live like so many Nazarites, keep your Covenants, pay your Vows, If you Love us, and have any Compassion for us, then turn unto the Lord unfeignedly, live like so many nazarites, keep your Covenants, pay your Vows, cs pn22 vvb pno12, cc vhb d n1 p-acp pno12, av vvb p-acp dt n1 av-j, vvb av-j av d np1, vvb po22 n2, vvb po22 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 26
338 and perfume your Houses with the Morning and Evening Sacrifice of Prayer and Praise. and perfume your Houses with the Morning and Evening Sacrifice of Prayer and Praise. cc vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 26
339 Dearly beloved in our Lord Jesus, shall it be written down by the Angels which attend our solemn Assemblies, that this Man and that Woman were Born amongst us this day? Amen, Amen, Psal. 87. 6. Dearly Beloved in our Lord jesus, shall it be written down by the Angels which attend our solemn Assemblies, that this Man and that Woman were Born among us this day? Amen, Amen, Psalm 87. 6. av-jn vvn p-acp po12 n1 np1, vmb pn31 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb po12 j n2, cst d n1 cc d n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pno12 d n1? uh-n, uh-n, np1 crd crd (3) text (DIV1) 64 Page 26
340 Secondly, By Importunate and Fervent Prayer both for Church and State. Secondly, By Importunate and Fervent Prayer both for Church and State. ord, p-acp j cc j n1 d p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 65 Page 26
341 First, That God would Anoint the Eyes of England with Eye-salve, that she may see into those things which concern her peace, Revel. 3. 18. Let's chuse rather to fall a Sacrifice for England â–ª s Prosperity, First, That God would Anoint the Eyes of England with Eyesalve, that she may see into those things which concern her peace, Revel. 3. 18. Let's choose rather to fallen a Sacrifice for England â–ª s Prosperity, ord, cst np1 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb po31 n1, vvb. crd crd vvb|pno12 vvi av-c pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 â–ª zz n1, (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 26
342 than sow Pillows under her Elbows, Ezek. 13. 18. lest she sleep the sleep of Death, and become the scorn of Nations; than sow Pillows under her Elbows, Ezekiel 13. 18. lest she sleep the sleep of Death, and become the scorn of nations; cs vvb n2 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd crd n1 pns31 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n2; (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 27
343 Lord enlighten England, that she may see her sins, and acknowledge them. Lord enlighten England, that she may see her Sins, and acknowledge them. n1 vvi np1, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2, cc vvi pno32. (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 27
344 He that covereth his sin shall not prosper, but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall find mercy, Prov. 28. 13. The word is (Pesha) Piaculum, his greater sin, for we can readily enough confess our lesser sins, He that Covereth his since shall not prosper, but whoso Confesses and Forsaketh them shall find mercy, Curae 28. 13. The word is (Pesha) Piaculum, his greater since, for we can readily enough confess our lesser Sins, pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp r-crq vvz cc vvz pno32 vmb vvi n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz (np1) fw-la, po31 jc n1, c-acp pns12 vmb av-j d vvi po12 jc n2, (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 27
345 but 'tis our greater sin, we are apt to cover, deny, excuse or lessen: but it's our greater since, we Are apt to cover, deny, excuse or lessen: cc-acp pn31|vbz po12 jc n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, vvb, vvb cc vvi: (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 27
346 'Tis Death to reflect upon Herodias; England hath touched the Lords Anointed, and oppressed the Followers of the Lamb. She must not content her self to bewail on these days of Solemn Fasting and Prayer her Debaucheries, It's Death to reflect upon Herodias; England hath touched the lords Anointed, and oppressed the Followers of the Lamb. She must not content her self to bewail on these days of Solemn Fasting and Prayer her Debaucheries, pn31|vbz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; np1 vhz vvn dt n2 vvn, cc vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1. pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f j n-vvg cc n1 po31 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 27
347 though they are abominable, but she must add to her Litany, which she hath hitherto forgotten; though they Are abominable, but she must add to her Litany, which she hath hitherto forgotten; cs pns32 vbr j, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vhz av vvn; (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 27
348 From all the sore Judgments of the Sword, Famine and Pestilence, which are wont to follow the Oppression and Persecution of the Truth, Good Lord deliver us. From all the soar Judgments of the Sword, Famine and Pestilence, which Are wont to follow the Oppression and Persecution of the Truth, Good Lord deliver us. p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, j n1 vvb pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 27
349 Lord open the Eyes of England to look into her Laws, and see if there be none that are written in Blood; Lord open the Eyes of England to look into her Laws, and see if there be none that Are written in Blood; n1 av-j dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc vvb cs pc-acp vbb pix d vbr vvn p-acp n1; (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 27
350 Lord open the Eyes of England to look into her Courts of Judicature, and see if Justice and Judgment have not been turn'd into Gall and Wormwood. Lord open the Eyes of England to look into her Courts of Judicature, and see if justice and Judgement have not been turned into Gall and Wormwood. n1 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb cs n1 cc n1 vhb xx vbn vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) text (DIV1) 66 Page 27
351 To look into her Armies, and see if there be no Achans, and Sons of Belial there. To look into her Armies, and see if there be no Achans, and Sons of Belial there. pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc vvb cs pc-acp vbb dx np1, cc n2 pp-f np1 a-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 67 Page 27
352 To look into her Cathedrals, and see whether that Pompous Worship be according to Gospel Rule. To look into her Cathedrals, and see whither that Pompous Worship be according to Gospel Rule. pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 np1, cc vvb cs d j n1 vbb vvg p-acp n1 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 68 Page 27
353 To look into her Parochial Constitutions, and see whether Wolves and Dumb Dogs are not set to watch over the Flocks, To look into her Parochial Constitutions, and see whither Wolves and Dumb Dogs Are not Set to watch over the Flocks, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n2, cc vvb cs n2 cc j n2 vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, (3) text (DIV1) 68 Page 27
354 and whether there be any thing of the Godly Discipline of the Primitive Church restored which was much wished for, when our Fathers first cast off the Iron Yoke of Popery. and whither there be any thing of the Godly Discipline of the Primitive Church restored which was much wished for, when our Father's First cast off the Iron Yoke of Popery. cc cs pc-acp vbb d n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvd r-crq vbds av-d vvn p-acp, c-crq po12 ng1 ord vvd a-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 68 Page 27
355 Secondly, we should earnestly pray that the Lord would please by the Effusion and Conviction of his Spirit, to work a National Repentance among us, that as we have seen a change in the State, we may be so happy as to see a change of Heart and Life: Secondly, we should earnestly pray that the Lord would please by the Effusion and Conviction of his Spirit, to work a National Repentance among us, that as we have seen a change in the State, we may be so happy as to see a change of Heart and Life: ord, pns12 vmd av-j vvi cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno12, cst c-acp pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (3) text (DIV1) 69 Page 27
356 Wo be to us, if England be the door which turneth upon his hinges, Prov. 26. 14. Woe be to us, if England be the door which turns upon his hinges, Curae 26. 14. n1 vbb p-acp pno12, cs np1 vbb dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd crd (3) text (DIV1) 69 Page 27
357 Lord God, give us a National Repentance like to that of Nineveh, Jonah 3. 5, 10. So the People of Nineveh believed God, Lord God, give us a National Repentance like to that of Nineveh, Jonah 3. 5, 10. So the People of Nineveh believed God, n1 np1, vvb pno12 dt j n1 av-j p-acp d pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd np1, (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 27
358 and Proclaimed a Fast, and put on Sackcloth from the greatest of them even to the least of them; and Proclaimed a Fast, and put on sackcloth from the greatest of them even to the least of them; cc vvn dt j, cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp dt js pp-f pno32 av p-acp dt ds pp-f pno32; (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 28
359 and God saw their works, that they turned from their evil ways, and God Repented of the evil, that he said he would do unto them, and he did it not. and God saw their works, that they turned from their evil ways, and God Repented of the evil, that he said he would do unto them, and he did it not. cc np1 vvd po32 n2, cst pns32 vvd p-acp po32 j-jn n2, cc np1 vvn pp-f dt n-jn, cst pns31 vvd pns31 vmd vdi p-acp pno32, cc pns31 vdd pn31 xx. (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 28
360 Ninevehs Repentance was quick upon the first Sermon and Warning, ver. 4. at the motion of a Stranger, it was general King, Princes, Nobles High and Low, Rich and Poor, all in Sackcloth, Ninevehs Repentance was quick upon the First Sermon and Warning, ver. 4. At the motion of a Stranger, it was general King, Princes, Nobles High and Low, Rich and Poor, all in sackcloth, npg1 n1 vbds j p-acp dt ord n1 cc vvg, fw-la. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbds j n1, n2, n2-j j cc j, j cc j, d p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 28
361 nay the very Beasts, the Herds, the Flocks, were mourners too, it was serious and unfeigned, they cryed mightily unto God, [ ver. 8. ] and Reformed their Lives, it was upon a Peradventure, [ ver. 9. ] like to that in Joel 2. 14. Who knoweth if he will return and Repent, nay the very Beasts, the Herds, the Flocks, were mourners too, it was serious and unfeigned, they cried mightily unto God, [ ver. 8. ] and Reformed their Lives, it was upon a Peradventure, [ ver. 9. ] like to that in Joel 2. 14. Who Knoweth if he will return and repent, uh-x dt j n2, dt n2, dt n2, vbdr n2 av, pn31 vbds j cc j, pns32 vvd av-j p-acp np1, [ fw-la. crd ] cc vvn po32 n2, pn31 vbds p-acp dt av, [ fw-la. crd ] av-j p-acp cst p-acp np1 crd crd r-crq vvz cs pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 28
362 and leave a Blessing behind him, even a meat Offering and a Drink Offering unto the Lord your God. and leave a Blessing behind him, even a meat Offering and a Drink Offering unto the Lord your God. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31, av dt n1 vvg cc dt vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 po22 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 28
363 Such a Repentance, as this would help us, as it did them when they were within fourty Days of Destruction. Such a Repentance, as this would help us, as it did them when they were within fourty Days of Destruction. d dt n1, c-acp d vmd vvi pno12, c-acp pn31 vdd pno32 c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1. (3) text (DIV1) 70 Page 28
364 God forbid, that the Men of Nineveh should rise up in Judgment against us of England, Matth. 12. 41. God forbid, that the Men of Nineveh should rise up in Judgement against us of England, Matthew 12. 41. np1 vvi, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd (3) text (DIV1) 71 Page 28
365 1. Let us cry to the Lord on the behalf of the Court, that old Sins may not be found in our new Court, that the blemishes of King Charles the Second and King James the Second, may not be the stains of our King William the third and Queen Mary the second. That the Scepter in the Hand of our King may be a Scepter of Rightousness, that our Queen may be all Glorious within, that our Princes may be Israel, the Princes of God, that the meat of their Tables, the sitting of their Servants, the attendance of their Ministers, their Apparel, and their Cup-bearers may for the Beauty of Holiness, become the wonder of the world and the Joy of Angels, 1. Kings 10. 5. 1. Let us cry to the Lord on the behalf of the Court, that old Sins may not be found in our new Court, that the blemishes of King Charles the Second and King James the Second, may not be the stains of our King William the third and Queen Marry the second. That the Sceptre in the Hand of our King may be a Sceptre of Righteousness, that our Queen may be all Glorious within, that our Princes may be Israel, the Princes of God, that the meat of their Tables, the sitting of their Servants, the attendance of their Ministers, their Apparel, and their Cup-bearers may for the Beauty of Holiness, become the wonder of the world and the Joy of Angels, 1. Kings 10. 5. crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst j n2 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po12 j n1, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 dt ord cc n1 np1 dt ord, vmb xx vbi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 np1 dt ord cc n1 vvi dt ord. cst dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, cst po12 n1 vmb vbi d j a-acp, cst po12 n2 vmb vbi np1, dt n2 pp-f np1, cst dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, dt vvg pp-f po32 n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, po32 n1, cc po32 n2 vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n2, crd n2 crd crd (3) text (DIV1) 72 Page 28
366 2. Let's cry unto the Lord on the behalf of the Church, the Church of England, that the Godly worship and Discipline of the Primitive Church may be restored, that she may be cleansed refined, 2. Let's cry unto the Lord on the behalf of the Church, the Church of England, that the Godly worship and Discipline of the Primitive Church may be restored, that she may be cleansed refined, crd vvb|pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn j-vvn, (3) text (DIV1) 73 Page 28
367 and Adorned, with meekness, that no Italian scent may be discerned in her worship. and Adorned, with meekness, that no Italian scent may be discerned in her worship. cc vvn, p-acp n1, cst dx jp n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 73 Page 28
368 That no Leprous spot be seen upon her Children, Amos 5. 12. That all her Priests may be cloathed with Righteousness, That no Leprous spot be seen upon her Children, Amos 5. 12. That all her Priests may be clothed with Righteousness, cst dx j n1 vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd crd cst d po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 73 Page 28
369 and all her Angels become Angels of Incense, that she may at length burn all her bloody Rods, and be deeply humbled for Josephs Bloody Coat, Gen. 37. 32. That so the Blessings of those, that have been ready to Perish may come upon her, and all her Angels become Angels of Incense, that she may At length burn all her bloody Rods, and be deeply humbled for Josephs Bloody Coat, Gen. 37. 32. That so the Blessings of those, that have been ready to Perish may come upon her, cc d po31 n2 vvn n2 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb p-acp n1 vvi d po31 j n2, cc vbi av-jn vvn p-acp np1 j n1, np1 crd crd cst av dt n2 pp-f d, cst vhb vbn j pc-acp vvb vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 73 Page 29
370 and she may look as though she came down for Heaven, as a Bride adorned for her Husband, Rev. 21. 2. 3. Let us cry unto the Lord on the behalf of our Cities, that there may such a stream of Righteousness rund down their streets as may Carry away all false weights and measures, Amos 5. 24. That there may be as much care to Spiritualize Trade as to Enlarge it, that our Citizens may be wise Merchants selling all to buy the goodly Pearl, of Greatest price, Matth. 13. 45. 46. That our Cities might by their Virtue, Justice and Holiness, acquire to themselves the new name in the Prophet, Jehovah Shammah, the Lord is there. Ezek. 48. 35. 4. Let's cry to the Lord on the behalf of the Camp, that our Officers and Soldiers may lay aside all Weapons of unrighteousness and do violence to no man; and she may look as though she Come down for Heaven, as a Bride adorned for her Husband, Rev. 21. 2. 3. Let us cry unto the Lord on the behalf of our Cities, that there may such a stream of Righteousness rund down their streets as may Carry away all false weights and measures, Amos 5. 24. That there may be as much care to Spiritualize Trade as to Enlarge it, that our Citizens may be wise Merchant's selling all to buy the goodly Pearl, of Greatest price, Matthew 13. 45. 46. That our Cities might by their Virtue, justice and Holiness, acquire to themselves the new name in the Prophet, Jehovah Shammah, the Lord is there. Ezekiel 48. 35. 4. Let's cry to the Lord on the behalf of the Camp, that our Officers and Soldiers may lay aside all Weapons of unrighteousness and do violence to no man; cc pns31 vmb vvi c-acp cs pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd crd crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cst a-acp vmb d dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn a-acp po32 n2 c-acp vmb vvi av d j n2 cc n2, np1 crd crd d a-acp vmb vbi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 c-acp pc-acp vvb pn31, cst po12 n2 vmb vbi j n2 vvg d pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pp-f js n1, np1 crd crd crd cst po12 n2 vmd p-acp po32 n1, n1 cc n1, vvb p-acp px32 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 np1, dt n1 vbz a-acp. np1 crd crd crd vvb|pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst po12 n2 cc n2 vmb vvi av d n2 pp-f n1 cc vdb n1 p-acp dx n1; (3) text (DIV1) 73 Page 29
371 that they may not fight under the Banner of the Prince of Darkness nor carry the mark of the Beast in their Foreheads, nor in their Hands, that they may put on the whole Armour of God, and take to themselves the golden Shield of Faith, with the Sword of the Spirit, Ephes. 6. 16, 17. Triumphing victoriously over all the legions of Antichrist. that they may not fight under the Banner of the Prince of Darkness nor carry the mark of the Beast in their Foreheads, nor in their Hands, that they may put on the Whole Armour of God, and take to themselves the golden Shield of Faith, with the Sword of the Spirit, Ephesians 6. 16, 17. Triumphing victoriously over all the legions of Antichrist. cst pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 ccx vvb dt vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, ccx p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb p-acp px32 dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd, crd vvg av-j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1. (3) text (DIV1) 75 Page 29
372 5. Let's cry to the Lord for the Country, that he would awaken the secure, 5. Let's cry to the Lord for the Country, that he would awaken the secure, crd vvb|pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt j, (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 29
373 and quicken every man to set his hand to the right plow without looking back, Luke 9. 62. to dress his own Vine and Fig-tree, that this whole Land may become the Garden of the Lord, that there may be no more plowing with an Ox and an Ass, and quicken every man to Set his hand to the right blow without looking back, Lycia 9. 62. to dress his own Vine and Fig tree, that this Whole Land may become the Garden of the Lord, that there may be no more plowing with an Ox and an Ass, cc vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp vvg av, av crd crd p-acp vvi po31 d n1 cc n1, cst d j-jn n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst a-acp vmb vbi av-dx av-dc vvg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 29
374 or sowing our Fields with divers seeds, or wearing Garments of woollen and Linnen, or mingling a prophane life with profession of Godliness, Deut. 22. 10, 11. 6. Let's cry to the Lord on the behalf of the Papists, that he would please to call them out of Babylon, Revel. 18. 4. That they no longer worship the golden Calves of Dan and Bethel, that they may Renounce all subjection to the Man of Sin, and heartily submit to the holy Laws of the Son of God, who is wont to receive into the vineyard of his favour, all those, whatever they have been, that come to him at the eleventh hour of the day. or sowing our Fields with diverse seeds, or wearing Garments of woollen and Linen, or mingling a profane life with profession of Godliness, Deuteronomy 22. 10, 11. 6. Let's cry to the Lord on the behalf of the Papists, that he would please to call them out of Babylon, Revel. 18. 4. That they no longer worship the golden Calves of Dan and Bethel, that they may Renounce all subjection to the Man of since, and heartily submit to the holy Laws of the Son of God, who is wont to receive into the vineyard of his favour, all those, whatever they have been, that come to him At the eleventh hour of the day. cc vvg po12 n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvg n2 pp-f j cc n1, cc vvg dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd, crd crd vvb|pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, cst pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f np1, vvb. crd crd cst pns32 av-dx av-jc vvi dt j n2 pp-f uh cc np1, cst pns32 vmb vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-j vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, d d, r-crq pns32 vhb vbn, cst vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 76 Page 29
375 7. Let's cry unto the Lord on the behalf of the Protestant Dissenters, that for one tear, their Brethren drop for their own Sins or the Sins of Zion, they may drop ten, nay an hundred for one. 7. Let's cry unto the Lord on the behalf of the Protestant Dissenters, that for one tear, their Brothers drop for their own Sins or the Sins of Zion, they may drop ten, nay an hundred for one. crd vvb|pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n2, cst p-acp crd n1, po32 n2 vvb p-acp po32 d n2 cc dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vmb vvi crd, uh-x dt crd p-acp crd. (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 30
376 That they may be Exceeding humble under the Honour they have been called to in carrying the Cross of Christ, That they may be Exceeding humble under the Honour they have been called to in carrying the Cross of christ, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvg j p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb vbn vvn p-acp p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 30
377 and in giving Testimony to the oppressed Truth of the Gospel. and in giving Testimony to the oppressed Truth of the Gospel. cc p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 30
378 That they may be gentle, and quiet under all the Scorn and Indignation of the Ishmaelites. That they may constantly carry their enemies in the Arms of their Prayers before the Lord, Desiring him to forgive and bless them; That they may be gentle, and quiet under all the Scorn and Indignation of the Ishmaelites. That they may constantly carry their enemies in the Arms of their Prayers before the Lord, Desiring him to forgive and bless them; cst pns32 vmb vbi j, cc j-jn p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt np2. cst pns32 vmb av-j vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32; (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 30
379 that their profession may be Crown'd with perseverance, that their Sackcloth may be kept clean and unsullied that they may at length arive safely in that holy Land, where love hath the the Throne, that their profession may be Crowned with perseverance, that their sackcloth may be kept clean and unsullied that they may At length arrive safely in that holy Land, where love hath the the Throne, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn j cc j cst pns32 vmb p-acp n1 vvi av-j p-acp cst j n1, c-crq n1 vhz dt dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 30
380 and reigns for ever, there can be no greater happiness desired than to stand eternally before the Throne, and reigns for ever, there can be no greater happiness desired than to stand eternally before the Throne, cc vvz p-acp av, pc-acp vmb vbi dx jc n1 vvn cs p-acp vvb av-j p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 30
381 and before the Lamb, with white robes, and with palms in our Hands, Rev. 7. 9. and before the Lamb, with white robes, and with palms in our Hands, Rev. 7. 9. cc p-acp dt n1, p-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp n2 p-acp po12 n2, n1 crd crd (3) text (DIV1) 78 Page 30
382 Thirdly, having earnestly desired the Lord to give England, Repentance Let us with an equal fervour, Implore his pardoning Grace, let us all say with the Psalmist, God be merciful to our Sin, Thirdly, having earnestly desired the Lord to give England, Repentance Let us with an equal fervour, Implore his pardoning Grace, let us all say with the Psalmist, God be merciful to our since, ord, vhg av-j vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, np1-n vvb pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb po31 vvg n1, vvb pno12 d vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 vbi j p-acp po12 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
383 for it is Great, Psal. 25. 11. The grace of God teaches those that are in Covenant with him to draw Arguments for mercy as well from the greatness of their Sin, for it is Great, Psalm 25. 11. The grace of God Teaches those that Are in Covenant with him to draw Arguments for mercy as well from the greatness of their since, c-acp pn31 vbz j, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d cst vbr p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 c-acp av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
384 as from the greatness of their misery, knowing, that where Sin abounds, Grace delights to abound much more, Rom. 5. 20. But then because God is merciful to us, who are Sinful, we must not continue to be Sinful because he is merciful. Englands Sin is great; as from the greatness of their misery, knowing, that where since abounds, Grace delights to abound much more, Rom. 5. 20. But then Because God is merciful to us, who Are Sinful, we must not continue to be Sinful Because he is merciful. Englands since is great; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvg, cst c-crq n1 vvz, n1 vvz pc-acp vvi d dc, np1 crd crd p-acp av c-acp np1 vbz j p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr j, pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vbi j c-acp pns31 vbz j. npg1 n1 vbz j; (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
385 God be merciful, and forgive it; God be merciful, and forgive it; np1 vbb j, cc vvb pn31; (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
386 when we deal with men we urge the smalness of an offence, as a motive to Forgiveness, when we deal with men we urge the smallness of an offence, as a motive to Forgiveness, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n2 pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
387 but when we have to do with God 'tis otherwise, God be merciful to our Sin, for it is great; but when we have to do with God it's otherwise, God be merciful to our since, for it is great; cc-acp c-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp np1 pn31|vbz av, np1 vbi j p-acp po12 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j; (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
388 Englands Sin is great, it is exceeding Sinful. Englands since is great, it is exceeding Sinful. npg1 n1 vbz j, pn31 vbz av-vvg j. (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
389 Light hath shined among us, but we love Darkness; Christ doth not Reign, his Government is refused: Light hath shined among us, but we love Darkness; christ does not Reign, his Government is refused: n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, cc-acp pns12 vvb n1; np1 vdz xx vvi, po31 n1 vbz vvn: (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
390 'Tis often said in the Pulpits, and in the Prints, that the Church of England is the best Church in the world; It's often said in the Pulpits, and in the Prints, that the Church of England is the best Church in the world; pn31|vbz av vvn p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n2, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt av-js n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
391 O what a horrid thing is it then, if the People of England be the worst Livers, Oh what a horrid thing is it then, if the People of England be the worst Livers, uh q-crq dt j n1 vbz pn31 av, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbi dt js n2, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
392 and the greatest Persecutors of their Brethren in the world! and the greatest Persecutors of their Brothers in the world! cc dt js n2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1! (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 30
393 Whither must we go to find out greater Swearing Drinking, Whoreing under a brow of Brass than in these Kingdoms? Where such prodigious Pride, strange Apparel, general Prophaneness, Unthankfulness for the Gospel, unfruitfulness under it, Whither must we go to find out greater Swearing Drinking, Whoring under a brow of Brass than in these Kingdoms? Where such prodigious Pride, strange Apparel, general Profaneness, Unthankfulness for the Gospel, unfruitfulness under it, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi av jc vvg vvg, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cs p-acp d n2? c-crq d j n1, j n1, j n1, n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 p-acp pn31, (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 31
394 and which is to be Lamented with Tears of Blood; and which is to be Lamented with Tears of Blood; cc r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 31
395 an unaccountable scoffing at all serious Holiness, as is to be found among our selves? O let's joyn most heartily in our humble Supplications now and at all times, that these Kingdoms may be washed all over in the Blood of the Covenant; an unaccountable scoffing At all serious Holiness, as is to be found among our selves? Oh let's join most heartily in our humble Supplications now and At all times, that these Kingdoms may be washed all over in the Blood of the Covenant; dt j vvg p-acp d j n1, c-acp vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2? uh vvb|pno12 vvi av-ds av-j p-acp po12 j n2 av cc p-acp d n2, cst d n2 vmb vbi vvn d a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 31
396 that the destroying Angel may not break in upon us, which is the next thing to be spoken unto. that the destroying Angel may not break in upon us, which is the next thing to be spoken unto. cst dt vvg n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp p-acp pno12, r-crq vbz dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (3) text (DIV1) 79 Page 31
397 Fourthly, We should wrestle with the Lord, that he would please to Remove our Judgments, Fourthly, We should wrestle with the Lord, that he would please to Remove our Judgments, ord, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 80 Page 31
398 and prevent our Desolations Jer. 17. 16. I desire not the woful day the Lord God knows, but if we turn not from our Idols, the woful day will come, I beseech you let's arise, and prevent our Desolations Jer. 17. 16. I desire not the woeful day the Lord God knows, but if we turn not from our Idols, the woeful day will come, I beseech you let's arise, cc vvi po12 n2 np1 crd crd pns11 vvb xx dt j n1 dt n1 np1 vvz, p-acp cs pns12 vvb xx p-acp po12 n2, dt j n1 vmb vvi, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb|pno12 vvi, (3) text (DIV1) 80 Page 31
399 and stand in the Gap, by Faith, and Prayer, and Holiness; and stand in the Gap, by Faith, and Prayer, and Holiness; cc vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1; (3) text (DIV1) 80 Page 31
400 had not Moses the Servant of the Lord stood in the Breach, the fury of the Lord had broke in like a flood upon the Tribes of Israel, Psal. 106. 23. with Exod. 32. 10. The Goodness of God had set up a Fence round about the Church in the Wilderness, had not Moses the Servant of the Lord stood in the Breach, the fury of the Lord had broke in like a flood upon the Tribes of Israel, Psalm 106. 23. with Exod 32. 10. The goodness of God had Set up a Fence round about the Church in the Wilderness, vhd xx np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd p-acp np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn a-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) text (DIV1) 80 Page 31
401 but the golden Calf, which Aaron made, made a breach in that Fence, at which divine vengeance was rushing in, but the golden Calf, which Aaron made, made a breach in that Fence, At which divine vengeance was rushing in, cc-acp dt j n1, r-crq np1 vvn, vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq j-jn n1 vbds vvg p-acp, (3) text (DIV1) 80 Page 31
402 but Moses hastned, and stood in the breach, and saved Israel. We have some Arguments humbly to plead before our God. but Moses hastened, and stood in the breach, and saved Israel. We have Some Arguments humbly to plead before our God. cc-acp np1 vvd, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvd np1. pns12 vhb d n2 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 80 Page 31
403 1. These Kingdoms are Espoused to the Lord, and their Name was once Hephziba and Beula, Isa. 62. 4. The Lords delight, O Lord leave us not, we are called by thy Name. 1. These Kingdoms Are Espoused to the Lord, and their Name was once Hephzibah and Beula, Isaiah 62. 4. The lords delight, Oh Lord leave us not, we Are called by thy Name. crd np1 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc po32 n1 vbds a-acp np1 cc np1, np1 crd crd dt n2 vvb, uh n1 vvb pno12 xx, pns12 vbr vvn p-acp po21 n1. (3) text (DIV1) 82 Page 31
404 2. The Lord as we have heard loves not putting away, Mal. 2. 16. but always Betrothes to himself a people in great faithfulness, he is always first in making Covenants of Love, 2. The Lord as we have herd loves not putting away, Malachi 2. 16. but always Betrothes to himself a people in great faithfulness, he is always First in making Covenants of Love, crd dt n1 c-acp pns12 vhb vvn n2 xx vvg av, np1 crd crd p-acp av vvz p-acp px31 dt n1 p-acp j n1, pns31 vbz av ord p-acp vvg n2 pp-f n1, (3) text (DIV1) 83 Page 31
405 but never first in departing from them, if he should give to our Mother libellum repudii a Bill of Divorce, Isa. 5. 1. we should find it written there that our Mother had first play'd the Harlot with many Lovers. but never First in departing from them, if he should give to our Mother libellum repudii a Bill of Divorce, Isaiah 5. 1. we should find it written there that our Mother had First played the Harlot with many Lovers. cc-acp av-x ord p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n1 fw-la fw-la dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd pns12 vmd vvi pn31 vvn a-acp d po12 n1 vhd ord vvd dt n1 p-acp d n2. (3) text (DIV1) 83 Page 31
406 3. We have a gracious Promise, That if a wicked Backsliding people repent and return, they shall be received to favour, Jer. 3. 1. They say if a Man put away his Wife, 3. We have a gracious Promise, That if a wicked Backsliding people Repent and return, they shall be received to favour, Jer. 3. 1. They say if a Man put away his Wife, crd pns12 vhb dt j n1, cst cs dt j j-vvg n1 vvi cc vvi, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vvb cs dt n1 vvd av po31 n1, (3) text (DIV1) 84 Page 31
407 and she go from him and become another Mans, shall he return to her again, shall not that Land be greatly polluted? But thou hast play'd the Harlot with many Lovers, and she go from him and become Another men, shall he return to her again, shall not that Land be greatly polluted? But thou hast played the Harlot with many Lovers, cc pns31 vvi p-acp pno31 cc vvi j-jn n2, vmb pns31 vvi p-acp pno31 av, vmb xx d n1 vbi av-j vvn? p-acp pns21 vh2 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n2, (3) text (DIV1) 84 Page 31
408 yet return again to me, saith the Lord. yet return again to me, Says the Lord. av vvb av p-acp pno11, vvz dt n1. (3) text (DIV1) 84 Page 31
409 O let us tell the Lord upon our Knees this day, that now, even now we will return to him, Oh let us tell the Lord upon our Knees this day, that now, even now we will return to him, uh vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 d n1, cst av, av av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 84 Page 31
410 and to give an assurance of it, England hath put on her Garments of Mourning. and to give an assurance of it, England hath put on her Garments of Mourning. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n2 pp-f vvg. (3) text (DIV1) 84 Page 31
411 4. The Name of the Lord is concerned in England 's Mercy, Deliverance, and Establishment, the Eye of all Europe is fixt upon us, 4. The Name of the Lord is concerned in England is Mercy, Deliverance, and Establishment, the Eye of all Europe is fixed upon us, crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 vbz n1, n1, cc n1, dt n1 pp-f d np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, (3) text (DIV1) 85 Page 32
412 and waits to see the Issue of our Affairs, whether Christ shall Triumph or Antichrist, Michael or the Dragon, whether the Rod of Aaron will swallow up the Rod of the Magicians, or the Magicians Rod devour the Rod of Aaron; and let us say as Joshuah did, Lord, what wilt thou do unto thy great Name? Josh. 7. 9. and waits to see the Issue of our Affairs, whither christ shall Triumph or Antichrist, Michael or the Dragon, whither the Rod of Aaron will swallow up the Rod of the Magicians, or the Magicians Rod devour the Rod of Aaron; and let us say as Joshua did, Lord, what wilt thou do unto thy great Name? Josh. 7. 9. cc vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cs np1 vmb vvi cc np1, np1 cc dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n2 n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; cc vvb pno12 vvi p-acp np1 vdd, n1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi p-acp po21 j n1? np1 crd crd (3) text (DIV1) 85 Page 32
413 5. We have had experience of the kindness of God to a worthless people, he hath delivered and doth deliver in Scotland, (Glory to his Grace for our good News out of the North) and we humbly hope he will deliver in Ireland and England too, 2 Cor. 1. 10. He who saved us from Paganism of old, from Antichristianism of late, is able to save us from our selves; to Heal our Divisions, to Remove our Offences, to Unite our Hearts, 5. We have had experience of the kindness of God to a worthless people, he hath Delivered and does deliver in Scotland, (Glory to his Grace for our good News out of the North) and we humbly hope he will deliver in Ireland and England too, 2 Cor. 1. 10. He who saved us from Paganism of old, from Antichristianism of late, is able to save us from our selves; to Heal our Divisions, to Remove our Offences, to Unite our Hearts, crd pns12 vhb vhn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vhz vvn cc vdz vvi p-acp np1, (n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po12 j n1 av pp-f dt n1) cc pns12 av-j vvb pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cc np1 av, crd np1 crd crd pns31 r-crq vvd pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f j, p-acp n1 pp-f j, vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2; pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (3) text (DIV1) 86 Page 32
414 and to set up the Government and Kingdom of Christ in Glory among us. and to Set up the Government and Kingdom of christ in Glory among us. cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12. (3) text (DIV1) 86 Page 32
415 I shall now conclude with this only Motive to excite us to this Duty of Prayer, upon which we have been discoursing, They who pray for the peace of Jerusalem shall prosper, Psal. 122. 6. Tranquilli, felices, sine cruce, as he that can forgive a Brother will find God forgiving him, I shall now conclude with this only Motive to excite us to this Duty of Prayer, upon which we have been discoursing, They who pray for the peace of Jerusalem shall prosper, Psalm 122. 6. Tranquil, Felices, sine Cruce, as he that can forgive a Brother will find God forgiving him, pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vbn vvg, pns32 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi, np1 crd crd np1, n2, fw-la n1, c-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi dt n1 vmb vvi np1 j-vvg pno31, (3) text (DIV1) 87 Page 32
416 so he that can pray for the Prosperity of Church and State, will find peace spiringing up in his Soul, they shall prosper that love thee, they shall have marks of Mercy put upon them, so he that can pray for the Prosperity of Church and State, will find peace spiringing up in his Soul, they shall prosper that love thee, they shall have marks of Mercy put upon them, av pns31 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmb vvi n1 vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vmb vvi cst vvb pno21, pns32 vmb vhi n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno32, (3) text (DIV1) 87 Page 32
417 when the destroying Angels walk about the Streets with slaughter Weapons in their Hands, Ezek. 9. 2, 4. in comparing this with that, Exod. 12. 7. I have only this to observe, that mark of mercy in Exodus was put upon the Door-posts, to shew that God would then save by Families; but in Ezekiel 'tis put on the Forehead, that we may learn from thence, that the Lord now in an evil day undertakes only for the safety of single Persons. My Brethren, let me prevail with you in this thing; when the destroying Angels walk about the Streets with slaughter Weapons in their Hands, Ezekiel 9. 2, 4. in comparing this with that, Exod 12. 7. I have only this to observe, that mark of mercy in Exodus was put upon the Door-posts, to show that God would then save by Families; but in Ezekielem it's put on the Forehead, that we may Learn from thence, that the Lord now in an evil day undertakes only for the safety of single Persons. My Brothers, let me prevail with you in this thing; c-crq dt vvg n2 vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1 n2 p-acp po32 n2, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp vvg d p-acp d, np1 crd crd pns11 vhb av-j d pc-acp vvi, cst vvb pp-f n1 p-acp fw-la vbds vvn p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd av vvi p-acp n2; p-acp p-acp np1 pn31|vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av, cst dt n1 av p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. po11 n2, vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1; (3) text (DIV1) 87 Page 32
418 go home, sowin tears, you shall reap in joy: Be found among the Mourners, and not among the Sinners in Zion, so shall we be Prosperous here and Glorious hereafter. Amen, Amen. FINIS. go home, sowin tears, you shall reap in joy: Be found among the Mourners, and not among the Sinners in Zion, so shall we be Prosperous Here and Glorious hereafter. Amen, Amen. FINIS. vvb av-an, vvb n2, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1: vbb vvn p-acp dt n2, cc xx p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1, av vmb pns12 vbi j av cc j av. uh-n, uh-n. fw-la. (3) text (DIV1) 87 Page 32

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