A sermon at the funeral of the right honourable Henry, Earl of Warrington, Baron Delamer of Dunham-Massy, Lord Lieutenant of the County-Palatine of Chester, and one of the Lords of their Majesties most honourable Privy Council preached at Bowden in Cheshire / by Richard Wroe ...
A SERMON Preached at the Earl of WARRINGTON'S Funeral, January the 14th. 1693 / 4. ECCLES. 11. 3. — If the tree fall toward the South, or toward the North, in the place where the tree falleth, there it shall be.
A SERMON Preached At the Earl of WARRINGTON'S Funeral, January the 14th. 1693 / 4. ECCLES. 11. 3. — If the tree fallen towards the South, or towards the North, in the place where the tree falls, there it shall be.
and his knowledge in that kind (who spake of trees (as Scripture tells us) from the Cedar-tree that is in Lebanon, even unto the hyssop that springeth out of the wall;
and his knowledge in that kind (who spoke of trees (as Scripture tells us) from the Cedar tree that is in Lebanon, even unto the hyssop that springs out of the wall;
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however that be, yet we have here in his own words some important Truths, couch'd under a like Metaphor or Resemblance, if not to a growing, yet to a falling tree: And as Trees have been made vocal by way of Parable,
however that be, yet we have Here in his own words Some important Truths, couched under a like Metaphor or Resemblance, if not to a growing, yet to a falling tree: And as Trees have been made vocal by Way of Parable,
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and brought in as speaking not only amongst prophane, but Sacred Authors (witness that of Jotham) so shall we hear this tree speak the instructions of wisdom,
and brought in as speaking not only among profane, but Sacred Authors (witness that of Jotham) so shall we hear this tree speak the instructions of Wisdom,
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which Argument is the Subject of the six first verses of this Chapter, and is enforced in this verse from a twofold Similitude. (1.) Of clouds; If the clouds be full of rain, they empty themselves upon the Earth;
which Argument is the Subject of the six First Verses of this Chapter, and is Enforced in this verse from a twofold Similitude. (1.) Of Clouds; If the Clouds be full of rain, they empty themselves upon the Earth;
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an imperfect Argument, and to be supplied with such a like inference as this, so they that do abound, are to dispense their liberality equally and freely. A second resemblance is from the fall of a tree, which some thus paraphrase agreeably to the Argument;
an imperfect Argument, and to be supplied with such a like Inference as this, so they that do abound, Are to dispense their liberality equally and freely. A second resemblance is from the fallen of a tree, which Some thus Paraphrase agreeably to the Argument;
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As the tree whilst it stands may be moved this way or the other, yet when 'tis once fall'n, it keeps the same place and posture, such is the state and condition of man at his death, his works follow him,
As the tree while it Stands may be moved this Way or the other, yet when it's once fallen, it keeps the same place and posture, such is the state and condition of man At his death, his works follow him,
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and thus they contain a forcible perswasive to Charity and doing good whilst we live, since death deprives us of all capacity and opportunity of doing it afterwards;
and thus they contain a forcible persuasive to Charity and doing good while we live, since death deprives us of all capacity and opportunity of doing it afterwards;
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This being the common and obvious sense of the words, I shall discourse of them in that Notion, in which they speak the same in general with that known truth, that as Death leaves us, so Judgment will find us;
This being the Common and obvious sense of the words, I shall discourse of them in that Notion, in which they speak the same in general with that known truth, that as Death leaves us, so Judgement will find us;
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and virtue and vice have no less natural inclination and direct tendency to happiness or misery, to rewards or punishments. III. There is no middle state after death, no change of condition, or altering it for the better;
and virtue and vice have no less natural inclination and Direct tendency to happiness or misery, to rewards or punishments. III. There is no middle state After death, no change of condition, or altering it for the better;
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so are those terms frequently used both in phophane Authors, and in Sacred Writ, and very appositely to denote the Distance and Opposition that is between them.
so Are those terms frequently used both in phophane Authors, and in Sacred Writ, and very appositely to denote the Distance and Opposition that is between them.
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Man, who (in the Wise man's words) was made to be immortal, created to a never-ending duration, being put into being, was never to cease to be, was by the bounty and kindness of his Maker design'd for a blessed Immortality,
Man, who (in the Wise Man's words) was made to be immortal, created to a never-ending duration, being put into being, was never to cease to be, was by the bounty and kindness of his Maker designed for a blessed Immortality,
That the first of human Race did so, we learn from unerring Revelation; that we are all prone to make the same wrong choice, we are sensible of by sad experience; and tho Heaven and Hell, Life everlasting,
That the First of human Raze did so, we Learn from unerring Revelation; that we Are all prove to make the same wrong choice, we Are sensible of by sad experience; and though Heaven and Hell, Life everlasting,
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nor can there be any effectual Remedy to this dangerous Error, but the firm belief and certain perswasion of a future state, wherein men must give account of their actions,
nor can there be any effectual Remedy to this dangerous Error, but the firm belief and certain persuasion of a future state, wherein men must give account of their actions,
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Now if we consult his Sacred Oracles, we cannot doubt of the Truth, nor be ignorant of the nature of that State, with relation to the different portions therein allotted to good and bad men:
Now if we consult his Sacred Oracles, we cannot doubt of the Truth, nor be ignorant of the nature of that State, with Relation to the different portions therein allotted to good and bad men:
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for Scripture every where tells us in general, That Glory and Happiness is prepared for Good Men, and Hell and Torments are reserved for the wicked; more particularly, (1.) It describes the nature of both states in most Emphatical Charactars.
for Scripture every where tells us in general, That Glory and Happiness is prepared for Good Men, and Hell and Torments Are reserved for the wicked; more particularly, (1.) It describes the nature of both states in most Emphatical Characters.
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and tho we should grant that Heaven, tho frequently mention'd in the Old Testament, yet is generally (tho not always) to be understood of the upper Region of the Clouds, the Firmament, or the starry Skie;
and though we should grant that Heaven, though frequently mentioned in the Old Testament, yet is generally (though not always) to be understood of the upper Region of the Clouds, the Firmament, or the starry Sky;
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and Hell is the seat of Torments, prepared indeed for the Devil and his Angels, but assign'd in common with them, as the portion of hypocrites and unbelievers.
and Hell is the seat of Torments, prepared indeed for the devil and his Angels, but assigned in Common with them, as the portion of Hypocrites and unbelievers.
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On this account, the Revelations of our Blessed Saviour are call'd the Gospel of the Kingdom, and the Doctrine of the Gospel is stiled the Kingdom of Heaven, as that which most fully discovers, and directly leads to it;
On this account, the Revelations of our Blessed Saviour Are called the Gospel of the Kingdom, and the Doctrine of the Gospel is styled the Kingdom of Heaven, as that which most Fully discovers, and directly leads to it;
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nothing wanting that can torture the Body or afflict the Soul of Man. I need not mention all the places, which are so many that you cannot miss of them;
nothing wanting that can torture the Body or afflict the Soul of Man. I need not mention all the places, which Are so many that you cannot miss of them;
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And lest any should surmise, that they are only Legends of a state we know not, the Gospel gives us the greatest certainty and assurance of the reality of them; For,
And lest any should surmise, that they Are only Legends of a state we know not, the Gospel gives us the greatest certainty and assurance of the reality of them; For,
and as we cannot without injury to the Divine Wisdom, imagine, That the Son of God was sent to purchase with his precious Blood any thing less than Happiness and Immortality;
and as we cannot without injury to the Divine Wisdom, imagine, That the Son of God was sent to purchase with his precious Blood any thing less than Happiness and Immortality;
doubtless he is so, himself having said it, and all his promises are yea and amen. Now to us are given exceeding great and precious Promises, (as St. Peter speaks) and the New Covenant is said by St. Paul to be established upon better Promises, in respect of the clearer dicoveries,
doubtless he is so, himself having said it, and all his promises Are yea and Amen. Now to us Are given exceeding great and precious Promises, (as Saint Peter speaks) and the New Covenant is said by Saint Paul to be established upon better Promises, in respect of the clearer dicoveries,
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and his Apostle St. Paul (who in a Vision was caught up into, and had a prospect of those beatifick Mansions) has assured us, That when he shall come again with crowds of Angels, we shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the Air,
and his Apostle Saint Paul (who in a Vision was caught up into, and had a prospect of those beatific Mansions) has assured us, That when he shall come again with crowds of Angels, we shall be caught up together with them in the Clouds to meet the Lord in the Air,
This is at once the great Privilege of His Religion, and the main purport of the Gospel, to convince Mankind that he was not made meerly for this life,
This is At once the great Privilege of His Religion, and the main purport of the Gospel, to convince Mankind that he was not made merely for this life,
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But lest we we should not be drawn with these Cords of a man, and refuse the Happiness offer'd to us, God has been pleased to alarm men's fears with a dismal prospect of Woe and Misery, that awaits sinners hereafter,
But lest we we should not be drawn with these Cords of a man, and refuse the Happiness offered to us, God has been pleased to alarm men's fears with a dismal prospect of Woe and Misery, that awaits Sinners hereafter,
and were punished with an everlasting separation from him; tumbled from the highest Heavens, and reserved in Chains under the blackness of penal darkness;
and were punished with an everlasting separation from him; tumbled from the highest Heavens, and reserved in Chains under the blackness of penal darkness;
fire, and therefore terrible and tormenting; everlasting fire, and therefore intolerable; and more dismal still, with the wretched Society of Apostate Angels and damn'd Spirits:
fire, and Therefore terrible and tormenting; everlasting fire, and Therefore intolerable; and more dismal still, with the wretched Society of Apostate Angels and damned Spirits:
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And that nothing may be wanting to convince Sinners that there is an Hell for the ungodly, we have the whole judicial Process described, the Judge assign'd,
And that nothing may be wanting to convince Sinners that there is an Hell for the ungodly, we have the Whole judicial Process described, the Judge assigned,
And how naturally consequent they are upon mens Tempers and Dispositions, upon their carriage and behaviour in this life, we shall see in the next deduction from the Text.
And how naturally consequent they Are upon men's Tempers and Dispositions, upon their carriage and behaviour in this life, we shall see in the next deduction from the Text.
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and that according to mens behaviour here, they are qualified for that state and condition they shall be put into hereafter, we shall as readily grant,
and that according to men's behaviour Here, they Are qualified for that state and condition they shall be put into hereafter, we shall as readily grant,
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or prepar'd for the participation of all that is opposite thereunto. If our Affections are wholly set on things below, and our desires carnal and sinful;
or prepared for the participation of all that is opposite thereunto. If our Affections Are wholly Set on things below, and our Desires carnal and sinful;
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but there is something of Heaven upon earth, some foretaste of its Happiness, and the first fruits of its Joys, in the pleasant relishes and ravishing Sense of Virtue,
but there is something of Heaven upon earth, Some foretaste of its Happiness, and the First fruits of its Joys, in the pleasant Relishes and ravishing Sense of Virtue,
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and were such an one caught up with St. Paul into the Third Heavens, he would find himself uneasy amidst all the satisfaction of those blissful Regions,
and were such an one caught up with Saint Paul into the Third Heavens, he would find himself uneasy amid all the satisfaction of those blissful Regions,
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because their minds are altogether indisposed for them, and even the delights of Paradise would afford no relish to their vitiated and depraved Appetites.
Because their minds Are altogether indisposed for them, and even the delights of Paradise would afford no relish to their vitiated and depraved Appetites.
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Let not any then that retain their Sins, talk of going to Heaven; No, 'tis too heavy a Clog for any to ascend with thither: or suppose they could, alas!
Let not any then that retain their Sins, talk of going to Heaven; No, it's too heavy a Clog for any to ascend with thither: or suppose they could, alas!
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poor Souls, how would they stay, what would they do there? there's nothing to gratify their sensual Appetites, nothing agreeable to their carnal Desires;
poor Souls, how would they stay, what would they do there? there's nothing to gratify their sensual Appetites, nothing agreeable to their carnal Desires;
then we see how reasonable it is to conclude, That there are two opposite states of Rewards and Punishments hereafter, wherein mens condition shall be correspondent to their Conversation here;
then we see how reasonable it is to conclude, That there Are two opposite states of Rewards and Punishments hereafter, wherein men's condition shall be correspondent to their Conversation Here;
Perhaps it may be thought that this Consequence is not necessarily enforced from the words, and it may be said, that possibly the Tree may fall some other way;
Perhaps it may be Thought that this Consequence is not necessarily Enforced from the words, and it may be said, that possibly the Tree may fallen Some other Way;
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lest it should seem to thwart their darling Doctrine of Purgatory; and Lorinus craftily endeavours thus to shuffle it off, That if it should be understood in that sense, it would not consist with the Notion of Limbus Patrum, the place wherein they suppose the Souls of the Patriarchs to be detained, till Christ by his Sufferings had overcome Death,
lest it should seem to thwart their darling Doctrine of Purgatory; and Lorinus craftily endeavours thus to shuffle it off, That if it should be understood in that sense, it would not consist with the Notion of Limbus Patrum, the place wherein they suppose the Souls of the Patriarchs to be detained, till christ by his Sufferings had overcome Death,
therefore there cannot be a third (a negative Argument from Scripture being not always conclusive) yet in matters of Doctrine, and Objects of Faith, where the Scriptures are silent, there they are not to be urged as necessary Points,
Therefore there cannot be a third (a negative Argument from Scripture being not always conclusive) yet in matters of Doctrine, and Objects of Faith, where the Scriptures Are silent, there they Are not to be urged as necessary Points,
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Suffice it then to say, That since Scripture mentions but two states, the one of the faithful in Heaven, the other of the unrighteous and impenitent in Hell, we acknowledge no other, we believe no more.
Suffice it then to say, That since Scripture mentions but two states, the one of the faithful in Heaven, the other of the unrighteous and impenitent in Hell, we acknowledge no other, we believe no more.
I shall here only add to it, that had we no other evidence than what this Book of Ecclesiastes affords, we may safely infer, that all Notion of a third or middle state is utterly excluded.
I shall Here only add to it, that had we no other evidence than what this Book of Ecclesiastes affords, we may safely infer, that all Notion of a third or middle state is utterly excluded.
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and the Text adds to this, the assurance of two opposite states allotted to the Souls of men, suitable to their different temper and disposition here, wherein they shall remain without fear of losing the one,
and the Text adds to this, the assurance of two opposite states allotted to the Souls of men, suitable to their different temper and disposition Here, wherein they shall remain without Fear of losing the one,
Besides, since the Church of Christ has never been represented under other Titles than these two, of Militant and Triumphant, they do necessarily exclude this third subterraneous Church, which is neither Militant, because ascertain'd of Salvation,
Beside, since the Church of christ has never been represented under other Titles than these two, of Militant and Triumphant, they do necessarily exclude this third subterraneous Church, which is neither Militant, Because ascertained of Salvation,
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Leave we then that imaginary Church to its Ʋtopian Mansions, the sooty region of Purgatory, a place no where described in Scripture, never mentioned in the discoveries of Divine Revelation,
Leave we then that imaginary Church to its Ʋtopian Mansions, the sooty region of Purgatory, a place not where described in Scripture, never mentioned in the discoveries of Divine Revelation,
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But let us to the Law, and to the Testimony, firmly believe what he has there discovered of a future state, not seek to be wise beyond what he has revealed:
But let us to the Law, and to the Testimony, firmly believe what he has there discovered of a future state, not seek to be wise beyond what he has revealed:
could we but discern the glorious entrance and admission of a departed Soul into the Church Triumphant, it would exhibit to us a Scene of the most Ravishing Glory, far outvying the greatness of Solomon, or that united prospect of Worldly Glory wherewith the Devil tempted the Son of God.
could we but discern the glorious Entrance and admission of a departed Soul into the Church Triumphant, it would exhibit to us a Scene of the most Ravishing Glory, Far outvying the greatness of Solomon, or that united prospect of Worldly Glory wherewith the devil tempted the Son of God.
the Tree is fall'n (as indeed what can withstand Death's inevitable stroak) a Tree, which, had God so pleased, might have stood and flourished much longer;
the Tree is fallen (as indeed what can withstand Death's inevitable stroke) a Tree, which, had God so pleased, might have stood and flourished much longer;
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But for his publick Actions and Behaviour under the various turns and successions of Government, I shall chuse rather to leave them to be recorded by Fame, or read in our Annals and Chronicles, than attempt an imperfect account of them,
But for his public Actions and Behaviour under the various turns and successions of Government, I shall choose rather to leave them to be recorded by Fame, or read in our Annals and Chronicles, than attempt an imperfect account of them,
when join'd together, render a man truly great, honourable and noble: For men to pretend Honour without Conscience, is to sacrifice to an Idol of their own setting up;
when joined together, render a man truly great, honourable and noble: For men to pretend Honour without Conscience, is to sacrifice to an Idol of their own setting up;
as well in matters of Lesser concern among Equals and Inferiors, as in that Higher Station, where Persons of Noble Rank give Counsel and Sentence in matters of moment, and cases of grand importance.
as well in matters of Lesser concern among Equals and Inferiors, as in that Higher Station, where Persons of Noble Rank give Counsel and Sentence in matters of moment, and cases of grand importance.
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but as one actuated with a sense of Honour and Justice, not afraid to declare his Opinion, not willing to conceal his Sentiments, which he seldom found reason to alter,
but as one actuated with a sense of Honour and justice, not afraid to declare his Opinion, not willing to conceal his Sentiments, which he seldom found reason to altar,
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And in this he was so sedulous and curious, that if it was not his, it was our unhappiness that his over-earnest diligence this way is reckoned the Occasion of his last fatal Distemper, which is judged to be brought upon him by a Cold contracted in the Middle-Temple Hall, where he thought it necessary to be present at a Case between two Honourable Lords, there argued by Learned Counsel before the Lord Keeper, that he might be better able to judge of the Merits of the Cause,
And in this he was so sedulous and curious, that if it was not his, it was our unhappiness that his over-earnest diligence this Way is reckoned the Occasion of his last fatal Distemper, which is judged to be brought upon him by a Cold contracted in the Middle-Temple Hall, where he Thought it necessary to be present At a Case between two Honourable lords, there argued by Learned Counsel before the Lord Keeper, that he might be better able to judge of the Merits of the Cause,
when brought before the Great Judicature of the most Honourable Peers. Nor did this first Item of his Ilness discourage his Endeavours to serve the Publick,
when brought before the Great Judicature of the most Honourable Peers. Nor did this First Item of his Illness discourage his Endeavours to serve the Public,
or prevent his attendance on the House some days after, being the hearing of another business of moment, wherein (as he said) the Law was much concern'd,
or prevent his attendance on the House Some days After, being the hearing of Another business of moment, wherein (as he said) the Law was much concerned,
His behaviour in his last Sickness I wish I were so happy as to be able to account to you, from the knowledge and observation of those that were Witnesses of it, especially from that Reverend Person, the Pious and Learned Dr. Horneck, who was called to administer the last Office of Ghostly Counsel and Comfort to him;
His behaviour in his last Sickness I wish I were so happy as to be able to account to you, from the knowledge and observation of those that were Witnesses of it, especially from that Reverend Person, the Pious and Learned Dr. Horneck, who was called to administer the last Office of Ghostly Counsel and Comfort to him;
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Yet this I cannot but say for the Honour of our Church as well as in his Praise, that notwithstanding the Liberty for Protestants of different Persuasions given by an Act of Parliament (in the making and advising of which he had no inconsiderable share) yet he kept constant to our Communion, frequenting the Publick Ordinances and Administrations,
Yet this I cannot but say for the Honour of our Church as well as in his Praise, that notwithstanding the Liberty for Protestants of different Persuasions given by an Act of Parliament (in the making and advising of which he had no inconsiderable share) yet he kept constant to our Communion, frequenting the Public Ordinances and Administrations,
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nor is of so malevolent an Influence, where accompanied with a readiness to forgive and be reconciled, to which he was so far from nanifesting an averseness, that there are some that hear me, that can name the Instances of his great Condescention and Benignity in pardoning and passing by Injuries,
nor is of so malevolent an Influence, where accompanied with a readiness to forgive and be reconciled, to which he was so Far from nanifesting an averseness, that there Are Some that hear me, that can name the Instances of his great Condescension and Benignity in pardoning and passing by Injuries,
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That which most sensibly affected him, was the Grudges and Animosities which had so unhappily divided the Interest of this County, in which he made so great a Figure;
That which most sensibly affected him, was the Grudges and Animosities which had so unhappily divided the Interest of this County, in which he made so great a Figure;
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and I think there is not any that will witness against him, that ever he made use of the Authority that this Government entrusted him with, to widen the Breach, or heighten the Discontents;
and I think there is not any that will witness against him, that ever he made use of the authority that this Government Entrusted him with, to widen the Breach, or heighten the Discontents;
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they might hope to see what I dare say he would have rejoiced to behold, the Union of different Parties and Interests happily cemented in a kind Correspondence and friendly Agreement.
they might hope to see what I Dare say he would have rejoiced to behold, the union of different Parties and Interests happily cemented in a kind Correspondence and friendly Agreement.
and a Light to their paths I dare say with assurance that no one that has seriously set himself to read and consider it, ever found cause to repent the loss of his time;
and a Light to their paths I Dare say with assurance that no one that has seriously Set himself to read and Consider it, ever found cause to Repent the loss of his time;
and that whoever will take pains to note down such passages as may be of most use and concern to him, (as this Right Honourable Person did) will find at once a faithful Adviser, a t••sty Monitor, and a sure Guide;
and that whoever will take pains to note down such passages as may be of most use and concern to him, (as this Right Honourable Person did) will find At once a faithful Adviser, a t••sty Monitor, and a sure Guide;
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But to come closer to my Subject, with which I must hasten, lest I should injure your Patience, which I should hazard, should I trace him through all his Commendable Qualities, and Praise-worthy Accomplishments.
But to come closer to my Subject, with which I must hasten, lest I should injure your Patience, which I should hazard, should I trace him through all his Commendable Qualities, and Praiseworthy Accomplishments.
I appeal to all the Neighbourhood, and as many as had the honour or opportunity to resort to Dunham, for the greatness of his Hospitality, his generous Reception, and obliging Entertainment;
I appeal to all the Neighbourhood, and as many as had the honour or opportunity to resort to Dunham, for the greatness of his Hospitality, his generous Reception, and obliging Entertainment;
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That love to his Countrey, which was remarkable in all the parts of his Life, appeared very particularly at the time when he was to be Try'd for Imputed Treason:
That love to his Country, which was remarkable in all the parts of his Life, appeared very particularly At the time when he was to be Tried for Imputed Treason:
For when there seemed need of the advice of many of the best Lawyers, to help him to fence against the Arts of the Councel employed against him, he absolutely refused the assistance of any Lawyer who had been blemished with any accession to the Calamities of the Times.
For when there seemed need of the Advice of many of the best Lawyers, to help him to fence against the Arts of the Council employed against him, he absolutely refused the assistance of any Lawyer who had been blemished with any accession to the Calamities of the Times.
and I may appeal to written Evidence for his Ability in speaking and managing that Cause, of the highest nature and concern that could befal him, (which oft confounds mens Intellects) when he defended himself to the great Joy and Satisfaction of his Friends, the Envy and Surprize of his Enemies,
and I may appeal to written Evidence for his Ability in speaking and managing that Cause, of the highest nature and concern that could befall him, (which oft confounds men's Intellects) when he defended himself to the great Joy and Satisfaction of his Friends, the Envy and Surprise of his Enemies,
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Yet did he not in all this sacrifice to his own Net, or ascribe the Success of his Release and Deliverance to his own Wit and Policy, to his Parts and Management;
Yet did he not in all this sacrifice to his own Net, or ascribe the Success of his Release and Deliverance to his own Wit and Policy, to his Parts and Management;
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this very day which now by the Providence of the All-wise Disposer is become the day of his Obsequies, as if Prophetically chosen for a remarkable Vicissitude, that what was before a day of Jubilee, must now be writ in black Letters,
this very day which now by the Providence of the Alwise Disposer is become the day of his Obsequies, as if Prophetically chosen for a remarkable Vicissitude, that what was before a day of Jubilee, must now be writ in black Letters,
and other offices of devotion to God, but also at the same time cloathed and fed Twenty seven poor People, according to the Number of Peers that acquitted him, that he might increase his own rejoycing and gratitude, with the joy and refreshment of the poor and indigent.
and other Offices of devotion to God, but also At the same time clothed and fed Twenty seven poor People, according to the Number of Peers that acquitted him, that he might increase his own rejoicing and gratitude, with the joy and refreshment of the poor and indigent.
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But since such desires are now become vain and unprofitable, and the Tree must lie where it is fall'n, let me refresh your deprest Spirits with the fair blooming Hopes of a yet tender, but well-promising Plant out of the same Noble Stock, and sum up our hopes in affectionate wishes, That he may thrive and grow up to the same maturity of Worth and Merit,
But since such Desires Are now become vain and unprofitable, and the Tree must lie where it is fallen, let me refresh your depressed Spirits with the fair blooming Hope's of a yet tender, but well-promising Plant out of the same Noble Stock, and sum up our hope's in affectionate wishes, That he may thrive and grow up to the same maturity of Worth and Merit,
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