A sermon preached at Great St. Marie's church in Cambridge before the Right Honourable the Lord Chief-Justice Holt, at the assizes held there, August 1, 1693 / by Tho. Walker ...

Walker, Thomas, 1658 or 9-1716
Publisher: Printed by John Hayes for William Graves
Place of Publication: Cambridge
Publication Year: 1693
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A67269 ESTC ID: R4995 STC ID: W416
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Proverbs XII, 26; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 Prov. xii. V. 26. The Righteous is more Excellent than his Neighbour. Curae xii. V. 26. The Righteous is more Excellent than his Neighbour. np1 crd. np1 crd dt j vbz av-dc j cs po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THAT there is a real Distinction between Good and Evil, Virtue and Vice, which was so antecedently to all positive Laws, whether Human or Divine: THAT there is a real Distinction between Good and Evil, Virtue and Vice, which was so antecedently to all positive Laws, whither Human or Divine: cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp j cc j-jn, n1 cc n1, r-crq vbds av av-j p-acp d j n2, cs j cc j-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 and that the natural Deformity, and innate Turpitude of the one, and the amiable Agreeableness and inherent Rectitude of the other do not barely depend upon the arbitrary Sanctions of those who have enacted Laws concerning them, is a Truth so obvious, and that the natural Deformity, and innate Turpitude of the one, and the amiable Agreeableness and inherent Rectitude of the other doe not barely depend upon the arbitrary Sanctions of those who have enacted Laws Concerning them, is a Truth so obvious, cc cst dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt crd, cc dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 xx av-j vvi p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f d r-crq vhb vvn n2 vvg pno32, vbz dt n1 av j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 and manifest to any one, who duly considers the Nature of things, and soberly attends to the reasonings and reflections of his own Mind; and manifest to any one, who duly considers the Nature of things, and soberly attends to the reasonings and reflections of his own Mind; cc vvi p-acp d crd, r-crq av-jn vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc av-j vvz p-acp dt n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f po31 d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 that one may justly admire how it comes to pass, that the dull and exploded Notions of Aristippus, V. Lactant. l. 5. de Justitia. that one may justly admire how it comes to pass, that the dull and exploded Notions of Aristippus, V. Lactant. l. 5. de Justitia. d pi vmb av-j vvi c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, cst dt j cc j-vvn n2 pp-f np1, np1 np1 n1 crd fw-la fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 Carneades and other Philosophers of old, concerning these matters, should be again, with Confidence enough, reviv'd, (especially in this Thinking and Philosophical Age) by Mr. Hobbs and his Followers, who pretend to a more than ordinary smartness and sagacity in Reasoning and Speculation. Carneades and other Philosophers of old, Concerning these matters, should be again, with Confidence enough, revived, (especially in this Thinking and Philosophical Age) by Mr. Hobbs and his Followers, who pretend to a more than ordinary smartness and sagacity in Reasoning and Speculation. npg1 cc j-jn n2 pp-f j, vvg d n2, vmd vbi av, p-acp n1 av-d, vvd, (av-j p-acp d vvg cc j n1) p-acp n1 np1 cc po31 n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
6 Thus He, who whilst he lived was the Greatest wonder of the Peak, in the Preface to his Book de Cive, huggs, Thus He, who while he lived was the Greatest wonder of the Peak, in the Preface to his Book de Cive, huggs, av pns31, r-crq cs pns31 vvd vbds dt js n1 pp-f dt vvb, p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 fw-fr fw-la, n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
7 and applauds himself for having found out the great and infallible Medicine for Wounded Consciences and troubled Minds: and applauds himself for having found out the great and infallible Medicine for Wounded Consciences and troubled Minds: cc vvz px31 p-acp vhg vvn av dt j cc j n1 p-acp j-vvn n2 cc j-vvn n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
8 by dispelling those mists of Error, as he calls them, in which Men, before this Phosphorus arose, were involv'd, concerning Just and Unjust, Good and Evil: by dispelling those mists of Error, as he calls them, in which Men, before this Phosphorus arose, were involved, Concerning Just and Unjust, Good and Evil: p-acp vvg d n2 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32, p-acp r-crq n2, p-acp d np1 vvd, vbdr vvn, vvg j cc j-u, j cc j-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
9 in having clearly demonstrated, by solid Reasons, as he vainly insinuates, that there are no Doctrines Authentick concerning them beside the Laws and Constitutions of each particular City. in having clearly demonstrated, by solid Reasons, as he vainly insinuates, that there Are no Doctrines Authentic Concerning them beside the Laws and Constitutions of each particular city. a-acp vhg av-j vvn, p-acp j n2, c-acp pns31 av-j vvz, cst a-acp vbr dx n2 j vvg pno32 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
10 And in his Book de Corpore Politico, he boldly, and in plain terms asserts, that Jus & Ʋtile right and profit is the same thing. And in his Book de Corpore Politico, he boldly, and in plain terms asserts, that Jus & Ʋtile right and profit is the same thing. cc p-acp po31 n1 fw-fr fw-la np1, pns31 av-j, cc p-acp j n2 n2, cst np1 cc j j-jn cc n1 vbz dt d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
11 So that, according to this Doctrine, if it should happen, that two or more Cities or Nations should have contrary Apprehensions, So that, according to this Doctrine, if it should happen, that two or more Cities or nations should have contrary Apprehensions, av cst, vvg p-acp d n1, cs pn31 vmd vvi, cst crd cc av-dc n2 cc n2 vmd vhi j-jn n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
12 and different Sentiments concerning Good and Evil, Just and Unjust, that then these Creatures of Civil Power must submit to new Names, and different Sentiments Concerning Good and Evil, Just and Unjust, that then these Creatures of Civil Power must submit to new Names, cc j n2 vvg j cc j-jn, j cc j-u, cst av d n2 pp-f j n1 vmb vvi p-acp j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
13 and change their Liveries as often as they change their Masters. and change their Liveries as often as they change their Masters. cc vvi po32 n2 c-acp av c-acp pns32 vvb po32 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
14 But I can never believe, that theft and cruelty, injustice and oppression, deceit and treachery should become good and laudable Qualities, by what Laws soever they were enacted, But I can never believe, that theft and cruelty, injustice and oppression, deceit and treachery should become good and laudable Qualities, by what Laws soever they were enacted, p-acp pns11 vmb av-x vvi, cst n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vmd vvi j cc j n2, p-acp r-crq n2 av pns32 vbdr vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
15 or by what Authority soever they should be confirmed: or by what authority soever they should be confirmed: cc p-acp r-crq n1 av pns32 vmd vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
16 or that, amongst Wise and sober Men, they should be reputed more excellent and praise-worthy than Honesty and Clemency, or that, among Wise and Sobrium Men, they should be reputed more excellent and praiseworthy than Honesty and Clemency, cc cst, p-acp j cc j n2, pns32 vmd vbi vvn av-dc j cc j cs n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
17 than Justice and Integrity, than Sincerity and Fair-Dealing in all the mutual transactions of our Affairs. than justice and Integrity, than Sincerity and Fair-Dealing in all the mutual transactions of our Affairs. cs n1 cc n1, cs n1 cc j p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
18 Certainly the Foundations upon which the laws and principles of Justice and Equity are built, are as unchangeable and immovable as the Will of God, whereby he establishes the immutable Decrees of his Wisdom and Goodness; Certainly the Foundations upon which the laws and principles of justice and Equity Are built, Are as unchangeable and immovable as the Will of God, whereby he establishes the immutable Decrees of his Wisdom and goodness; av-j dt n2 p-acp r-crq dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr vvn, vbr c-acp j-u cc j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vvz dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
19 and that we may as well suppose Men able to change the Nature of things, to turn a Spirit into a Body, and that we may as well suppose Men able to change the Nature of things, to turn a Spirit into a Body, cc cst pns12 vmb a-acp av vvb n2 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
20 or a Body into a Spirit, as that they should be able to alter and unfix those steady Rules, whereby we take our measures concerning Good or Evil. The laws of the invisible, or a Body into a Spirit, as that they should be able to altar and unfix those steady Rules, whereby we take our measures Concerning Good or Evil. The laws of the invisible, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp cst pns32 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j n2, c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 vvg j cc np1 dt n2 pp-f dt j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
21 and immaterial World are no less stable and certain than those are by which we observe this visible Frame of things to be guided, in the production of their necessary Effects, and immaterial World Are no less stable and certain than those Are by which we observe this visible Frame of things to be guided, in the production of their necessary Effects, cc j n1 vbr dx dc n1 cc j cs d vbr p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb d j n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
22 and in their stated and constant courses, and periodical Revolutions. and in their stated and constant courses, and Periodical Revolutions. cc p-acp po32 j-vvn cc j n2, cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
23 'Tis as unnatural and irrational to say, or make a law that God is not to be worshipped, to affirm that 'tis wickedness and impiety to render to every one their due; It's as unnatural and irrational to say, or make a law that God is not to be worshipped, to affirm that it's wickedness and impiety to render to every one their endue; pn31|vbz p-acp j cc j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi dt n1 cst np1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi d pn31|vbz n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d crd po32 n-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
24 or that it is sin and folly to live soberly, righteously and Godly, as it would be for a Man to attempt to make fire and water lose their innate Qualities of heat and coldness, by commanding them to do so: or that it is since and folly to live soberly, righteously and Godly, as it would be for a Man to attempt to make fire and water loose their innate Qualities of heat and coldness, by commanding them to do so: cc cst pn31 vbz n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, av-j cc j, c-acp pn31 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 vvi po32 j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vdi av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
25 and that they should mutually change their Properties, that Fire should become naturally cold, and Water hot, whensoever a company of Men in Authority, should pretend to establish the Absurdity by a Law. and that they should mutually change their Properties, that Fire should become naturally cold, and Water hight, whensoever a company of Men in authority, should pretend to establish the Absurdity by a Law. cc cst pns32 vmd av-j vvi po32 n2, cst n1 vmd vvi av-j j-jn, cc n1 j, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
26 This would be as impossible and impracticable too, as that the Sun should rise in the West, This would be as impossible and impracticable too, as that the Sun should rise in the West, d vmd vbi a-acp j cc j av, c-acp cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
27 and take a contrary Course to what it hath done from the beginning of the World, and take a contrary Course to what it hath done from the beginning of the World, cc vvb dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vhz vdn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
28 when the Grand Seignior pleases to command it, who, as I think, amongst his other magnificent Titles, stiles himself Lord of the Sun and Moon. when the Grand Seignior Pleases to command it, who, as I think, among his other magnificent Titles, stile himself Lord of the Sun and Moon. c-crq dt j n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, r-crq, c-acp pns11 vvb, p-acp po31 j-jn j n2, vvz px31 n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
29 But farther, if there be any Advantage on either side, the Laws of Reason and of the intellectual World may fairly challenge it: But farther, if there be any Advantage on either side, the Laws of Reason and of the intellectual World may fairly challenge it: p-acp jc, cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp d n1, dt n2 pp-f n1 cc pp-f dt j n1 vmb av-j vvi pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
30 for as God can never cease to be Holy, Wise and Good, and was so from all Eternity, for as God can never cease to be Holy, Wise and Good, and was so from all Eternity, c-acp c-acp np1 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vbi j, j cc j, cc vbds av p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
31 so these Emanations of eternal Wisdom and Reason, can never, no not for a moment, cease to be what they are: so these Emanations of Eternal Wisdom and Reason, can never, no not for a moment, cease to be what they Are: av d n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, vmb av-x, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n1, vvb pc-acp vbi r-crq pns32 vbr: (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
32 whereas the material and visible World, having not been from Eternity, but created in time by God, the laws by which he governs •t are changeable at his Will, whereas the material and visible World, having not been from Eternity, but created in time by God, the laws by which he governs •t Are changeable At his Will, cs dt j-jn cc j n1, vhg xx vbn p-acp n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp n1 p-acp np1, dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz av vbr j p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
33 and he can suspend the Execution of them when he pleases. and he can suspend the Execution of them when he Pleases. cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32 c-crq pns31 vvz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
34 So he once made the Sun to stand still upon an extraordinary Occasion, and restrained the violent Flames and intense Heat of the bu•ning fiery Furnace, that it should have no power to hurt the Three Children who were thrown into it. So he once made the Sun to stand still upon an extraordinary Occasion, and restrained the violent Flames and intense Heat of the bu•ning fiery Furnace, that it should have no power to hurt the Three Children who were thrown into it. av pns31 a-acp vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j n1, cc vvd dt j n2 cc zz n1 pp-f dt n1 j n1, cst pn31 vmd vhi dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt crd n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
35 But thô we read of Gods altering the Course of Nature, and of his suspending the Laws whereby this material World is acted and govern'd, by vertue of his Supreme Dominion and Prerogative, which are essential to him as Lord and Creator of all things beside Himself; But though we read of God's altering the Course of Nature, and of his suspending the Laws whereby this material World is acted and governed, by virtue of his Supreme Dominion and Prerogative, which Are essential to him as Lord and Creator of all things beside Himself; p-acp cs pns12 vvb pp-f ng1 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f po31 vvg dt n2 c-crq d j-jn n1 vbz vvn cc vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr j p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 a-acp px31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
36 yet we no where read, that he ever either commanded or allowed any Man to do a moral Evil; yet we no where read, that he ever either commanded or allowed any Man to do a moral Evil; av pns12 av-dx c-crq vvi, cst pns31 av av-d vvn cc vvn d n1 pc-acp vdi dt j n-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
37 to Steal, commit Murder or Adultery; to Worship any other Gods beside Himself; to Steal, commit Murder or Adultery; to Worship any other God's beside Himself; pc-acp vvi, vvb n1 cc n1; p-acp n1 d j-jn n2 p-acp px31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
38 or to Blaspheme and take his Holy Name in vain &c. For thô God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his Son, or to Blaspheme and take his Holy Name in vain etc. For though God commanded Abraham to sacrifice his Son, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 j n1 p-acp j av c-acp cs np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
39 yet even then he did not tempt him to sin; but only made Trial of the sincerity of his Faith and Obedience: yet even then he did not tempt him to since; but only made Trial of the sincerity of his Faith and obedience: av av av pns31 vdd xx vvi pno31 p-acp n1; cc-acp av-j vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
40 and chose to show an extraordinary Instance of his Providence, by sending an Angel to stay his Hands, which were ready to give the Fatal stroke, rather than suffer him to imbrue them in his own Blood, by shedding that of his innocent and onely Son. and chosen to show an extraordinary Instance of his Providence, by sending an Angel to stay his Hands, which were ready to give the Fatal stroke, rather than suffer him to imbrue them in his own Blood, by shedding that of his innocent and only Son. cc vvd pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt j n1, av-c cs vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp vvg d pp-f po31 j-jn cc j n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
41 And although we read that God allow'd the Is. raelites, at their departure out of Aegypt, to speil the Aegyptians, by giving them so much favour with their Cruel Taskmasters, And although we read that God allowed the Is. raelites, At their departure out of Egypt, to speil the egyptians, by giving them so much favour with their Cruel Taskmasters, cc cs pns12 vvb cst np1 vvn dt np1 n2, p-acp po32 n1 av pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt njp2, p-acp vvg pno32 av av-d vvi p-acp po32 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
42 as to borrow Jewels of Silver and Jewels of Gold and Raiment of them, without paying them again; as to borrow Jewels of Silver and Jewels of Gold and Raiment of them, without paying them again; c-acp pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, p-acp vvg pno32 av; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
43 yet neither in this Instance, can we charge God as the Patron of Sin. For he being absolute Lord and Proprietor of all the World, can transferr one mans Right to another when he pleases; yet neither in this Instance, can we charge God as the Patron of Sin. For he being absolute Lord and Proprietor of all the World, can transfer one men Right to Another when he Pleases; av av-d p-acp d n1, vmb pns12 vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pns31 vbg j n1 cc n1 pp-f d dt n1, vmb vvi crd n2 av-jn p-acp j-jn c-crq pns31 vvz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
44 but more especially then, when he forfeits it, by rendring himself obnoxious to his Divine Justice and Vengeance, through Oppression, Fraud or Injustice or any other heinous Crime. but more especially then, when he forfeits it, by rendering himself obnoxious to his Divine justice and Vengeance, through Oppression, Fraud or Injustice or any other heinous Crime. cc-acp av-dc av-j av, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31, p-acp vvg px31 j p-acp po31 j-jn n1 cc n1, p-acp n1, n1 cc n1 cc d j-jn j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
45 But farther, this Action of the Israelites, which was approved of by God, may be accounted for after another manner; But farther, this Actium of the Israelites, which was approved of by God, may be accounted for After Another manner; p-acp jc, d n1 pp-f dt np2, r-crq vbds vvn pp-f p-acp np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp j-jn n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
46 for the Aegyptians having oppress'd the Israelites for many Years, and defrauded them of their Wages, this Action, at their Departure; for the egyptians having oppressed the Israelites for many years, and defrauded them of their Wages, this Actium, At their Departure; p-acp dt njp2 vhg vvn dt np1 p-acp d n2, cc vvd pno32 pp-f po32 n2, d n1, p-acp po32 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
47 was onely a more Subtle way of Paying themselves the Arrears which were due to them, was only a more Subtle Way of Paying themselves the Arrears which were due to them, vbds av-j dt av-dc j n1 pp-f vvg px32 dt n2 r-crq vbdr j-jn p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
48 and which they were in no capacity of procuring by Law, or by Compulsion. and which they were in no capacity of procuring by Law, or by Compulsion. cc r-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp dx n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 5
49 As to another Objection taken from the 2d Book of Sam. 12. and the 8th, which seems to encourage Incest, As to Another Objection taken from the 2d Book of Sam. 12. and the 8th, which seems to encourage Incest, c-acp p-acp j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt crd n1 pp-f np1 crd cc dt ord, r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
50 or Adultery, because it is said that God gave to David his Masters Wives into his Bosom: or Adultery, Because it is said that God gave to David his Masters Wives into his Bosom: cc n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vvd p-acp np1 po31 ng1 n2 p-acp po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
51 Some say the Hebrew Word doth not imply Sauls. Wives, but the Maids of Honour or Attendants on the Court of Saul, out of which David might choose Wives: some say the Hebrew Word does not imply Saul's. Wives, but the Maids of Honour or Attendants on the Court of Saul, out of which David might choose Wives: d vvb dt njp np1 vdz xx vvi np1. n2, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pp-f r-crq np1 vmd vvi n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
52 for as the Learned Author of the Letter to a Deist writes, it will be no e•sie matter, by the Constitution of the Mosaical Law to prove Polygamy to be Adultery, for as the Learned Author of the letter to a Deist writes, it will be no e•sie matter, by the Constitution of the Mosaical Law to prove Polygamy to be Adultery, c-acp c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np1 vvz, pn31 vmb vbi dx j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vbi n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
53 thô it be unlawfull now by the Law of Christ. So that Men can never act these, and such like Wickednesses by pretending Gods Authority, when they have it not: though it be unlawful now by the Law of christ. So that Men can never act these, and such like Wickednesses by pretending God's authority, when they have it not: cs pn31 vbb j av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. av d n2 vmb av-x vvi d, cc d j n2 p-acp vvg npg1 n1, c-crq pns32 vhb pn31 xx: (4) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
54 Because it cannot be that God should either command, or allow them to doe a Moral evil: Because it cannot be that God should either command, or allow them to do a Moral evil: c-acp pn31 vmbx vbi cst np1 vmd av-d vvi, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vdi dt j n-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
55 for if he should, he must then be both Holy and Unholy too, to affirm which is not onely big with Contradiction, for if he should, he must then be both Holy and Unholy too, to affirm which is not only big with Contradiction, c-acp cs pns31 vmd, pns31 vmb av vbi d j cc j av, pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz xx av-j j p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
56 but full of Blasphemy and Impiety. but full of Blasphemy and Impiety. cc-acp j pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
57 Thus as God neither can, nor will deny Himself, so neither can he nor will he, be the Author of any sin, Thus as God neither can, nor will deny Himself, so neither can he nor will he, be the Author of any since, av c-acp np1 av-dx vmb, ccx vmb vvi px31, av dx vmb pns31 ccx vmb pns31, vbb dt n1 pp-f d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
58 or the Patron of any wickedness; because that would be to deny Himself, and to impeach his own Goodness, and Wisdom, or the Patron of any wickedness; Because that would be to deny Himself, and to impeach his own goodness, and Wisdom, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1; c-acp cst vmd vbi pc-acp vvi px31, cc pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
59 and Veracity, of falsehood, and folly and weakness; which Imperfections are altogether repugnant to the Essential Holiness of his Divine Nature. and Veracity, of falsehood, and folly and weakness; which Imperfections Are altogether repugnant to the Essential Holiness of his Divine Nature. cc n1, pp-f n1, cc n1 cc n1; r-crq n2 vbr av j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
60 If then the Distinction between good and evil be real, and not barely notional, and the Foundation upon which that Distinction is built, be so firm and stedfast, that it implys a Contradiction that it should be altered and removed by God himself, it is beyond the force of any Human power to break the Golden chain of Vertues, by which they are linked together, If then the Distinction between good and evil be real, and not barely notional, and the Foundation upon which that Distinction is built, be so firm and steadfast, that it Implies a Contradiction that it should be altered and removed by God himself, it is beyond the force of any Human power to break the Golden chain of Virtues, by which they Are linked together, cs av dt n1 p-acp j cc j-jn vbi j, cc xx av-j j, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn, vbb av j cc j, cst pn31 vvz dt n1 cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 px31, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
61 and to cancel the laws of Piety, Justice and Equity, which are of eternal and immutable Obligation. and to cancel the laws of Piety, justice and Equity, which Are of Eternal and immutable Obligation. cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr pp-f j cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
62 For indeed, as I hinted before, if the nature of Good and Evil depended upon the capricious humours, For indeed, as I hinted before, if the nature of Good and Evil depended upon the capricious humours, p-acp av, c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp, cs dt n1 pp-f j cc av-jn vvn p-acp dt j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
63 and was to be determined by the fallible Constitutions of human Lawgivers; and was to be determined by the fallible Constitutions of human Lawgivers; cc vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
64 it would then be in their Power to reverse the Face of things, when they pleas'd, it would then be in their Power to reverse the Face of things, when they pleased, pn31 vmd av vbi p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pns32 vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
65 and so in time they might quite abolish the Notions and Sentiments which are implanted in Mens minds concerning Right and Wrong, Virtue and Vice: and so in time they might quite Abolah the Notions and Sentiments which Are implanted in Men's minds Concerning Right and Wrong, Virtue and Vice: cc av p-acp n1 pns32 vmd av vvi dt n2 cc n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp ng2 n2 vvg j-jn cc n-jn, n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
66 and the same Actions might pass for Just and Pious at one time, which would be look'd upon to be highly Impious and Unjust at another. But this can never be; and the same Actions might pass for Just and Pious At one time, which would be looked upon to be highly Impious and Unjust At Another. But this can never be; cc dt d n2 vmd vvi p-acp j cc j p-acp crd n1, r-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp pc-acp vbi av-j j cc j-u p-acp j-jn. p-acp d vmb av-x vbi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
67 for if all the World should conspire together to make it unlawfull to worship God, and to honour our Parents; for if all the World should conspire together to make it unlawful to worship God, and to honour our Parents; c-acp cs d dt n1 vmd vvi av pc-acp vvi pn31 j pc-acp vvi np1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
68 to live Soberly, Righteously, and Godly: and should consent to establish a Law to make it lawfull to commit Theft, Murder, to live Soberly, Righteously, and Godly: and should consent to establish a Law to make it lawful to commit Theft, Murder, pc-acp vvi av-j, av-j, cc j: cc vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j pc-acp vvi n1, n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
69 or Adultery, &c. it would be null and void of it self, without being formally repeal'd by another, or Adultery, etc. it would be null and void of it self, without being formally repealed by Another, cc n1, av pn31 vmd vbi vvi cc j pp-f pn31 n1, p-acp vbg av-j vvn p-acp j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
70 and the same breath that pronounc'd it, would only deliver it up to the sport and derision of the winds: and the same breath that pronounced it, would only deliver it up to the sport and derision of the winds: cc dt d n1 cst vvd pn31, vmd av-j vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
71 and they who endeavour to establish iniquity by such a Law, would only render themselves guilty before God, by keeping it, and they who endeavour to establish iniquity by such a Law, would only render themselves guilty before God, by keeping it, cc pns32 r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d dt n1, vmd av-j vvi px32 j p-acp np1, p-acp vvg pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
72 and would pull down upon their own Heads that Curse denounc'd against them by the Prophet Isaiah c. 5. v. 20 Wo unto them that call evil good, and would pull down upon their own Heads that Curse denounced against them by the Prophet Isaiah c. 5. v. 20 Woe unto them that call evil good, cc vmd vvi a-acp p-acp po32 d n2 cst vvb vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 np1 sy. crd n1 crd n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb n-jn j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
73 and good evil, that put darkness for light, and light for darkness, that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter. and good evil, that put darkness for Light, and Light for darkness, that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter. cc j n-jn, cst vvd n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n1, cst vvd j p-acp j, cc j p-acp j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
74 'Tis the peculiar Excellence of God that he changeth not, and therefore he will never refix those Laws in any time which he had decreed and establish'd before the World began: It's the peculiar Excellence of God that he changes not, and Therefore he will never refix those Laws in any time which he had decreed and established before the World began: pn31|vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 cst pns31 vvz xx, cc av pns31 vmb av-x vvi d n2 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn cc vvd p-acp dt n1 vvd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
75 for being infinitely Wise, and Just and Good, he could not enact any Law which was either foolish, unjust, or wicked: for being infinitely Wise, and Just and Good, he could not enact any Law which was either foolish, unjust, or wicked: c-acp vbg av-j j, cc j cc j, pns31 vmd xx vvi d n1 r-crq vbds av-d j, j, cc j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
76 because his Knowledge, which is stinted by no other bounds than those of Infinity and Eternity, cannot be deceiv'd, Because his Knowledge, which is stinted by no other bounds than those of Infinity and Eternity, cannot be deceived, c-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbz vvd p-acp dx j-jn n2 cs d pp-f crd cc n1, vmbx vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
77 and his Justice which is as essential to him as his very Being, would not have suffer'd it, and his justice which is as essential to him as his very Being, would not have suffered it, cc po31 n1 r-crq vbz a-acp j p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 j vbg, vmd xx vhi vvn pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
78 and his Goodness, which overspreads the whole Creation, could have took no delight and satisfaction in imposing false notions upon his Creatures, and his goodness, which overspreads the Whole Creation, could have took no delight and satisfaction in imposing false notions upon his Creatures, cc po31 n1, r-crq vvz dt j-jn n1, vmd vhi vvd dx n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp po31 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
79 or in the reflection, and contemplation upon an Irregular Action in himself, of which he is not capable. or in the reflection, and contemplation upon an Irregular Actium in himself, of which he is not capable. cc p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp px31, pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz xx j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
80 No, he saw all things that He had made and behold they were very Good; as well in a Moral, as in a Natural respect: No, he saw all things that He had made and behold they were very Good; as well in a Moral, as in a Natural respect: uh-dx, pns31 vvd d n2 cst pns31 vhd vvn cc vvb pns32 vbdr av j; a-acp av p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
81 so that there was nothing left for the wit of Man to perform towards the Perfection of his own Nature; so that there was nothing left for the wit of Man to perform towards the Perfection of his own Nature; av cst pc-acp vbds pix vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
82 o• the accomplishment of his own Happiness, Peace, and Security even in this World: o• the accomplishment of his own Happiness, Peace, and Security even in this World: n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, n1, cc n1 av p-acp d n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
83 God having made such ample Provision for him, and plac'd him in such a state of Perfection, that he might not only have been Happy himself; God having made such ample Provision for him, and placed him in such a state of Perfection, that he might not only have been Happy himself; np1 vhg vvn d j n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvn pno31 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmd xx av-j vhi vbn j px31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
84 but also have deriv'd those Endowments with which he was blest, and that Felicity which he enjoy'd, upon his Posterity too, but also have derived those Endowments with which he was blessed, and that Felicity which he enjoyed, upon his Posterity too, cc-acp av vhi vvn d n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn, cc cst np1 r-crq pns31 vvd, p-acp po31 n1 av, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
85 if he had not swerv'd and deviated from the Law of his Creation, in first willfully violating that of his Maker. if he had not swerved and deviated from the Law of his Creation, in First wilfully violating that of his Maker. cs pns31 vhd xx vvd cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp ord av-j vvg cst pp-f po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
86 For Men therefore to talk of the state of Nature's being a state of War, wherein all things were Lawfull, and all things Common; For Men Therefore to talk of the state of Nature's being a state of War, wherein all things were Lawful, and all things Common; p-acp n2 av pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq d n2 vbdr j, cc d n2 j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
87 wherein Men were obliged by no Rules and Laws of Justice and Equity; wherein Men were obliged by no Rules and Laws of justice and Equity; c-crq n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dx n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
88 but that they might, without controul, follow the swing and bent of their own Vitious Inclinations and Irregular Appetites, till by consent they tied themselves up to be govern'd by certain Laws, is to reflect unworthily upon the Wisdom and Goodness of God, but that they might, without control, follow the swing and bent of their own Vicious Inclinations and Irregular Appetites, till by consent they tied themselves up to be governed by certain Laws, is to reflect unworthily upon the Wisdom and goodness of God, cc-acp cst pns32 vmd, p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 d j n2 cc j n2, c-acp p-acp n1 pns32 vvd px32 a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, vbz pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
89 as if Men could do better for themselves, than either he could, or would do for them. Alas! as if Men could do better for themselves, than either he could, or would do for them. Alas! c-acp cs n2 vmd vdi jc p-acp px32, cs d pns31 vmd, cc vmd vdi p-acp pno32. np1! (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
90 the utmost we can do, cannot restore our lapsed Nature to its Primitive Integrity; the utmost we can do, cannot restore our lapsed Nature to its Primitive Integrity; dt j pns12 vmb vdi, vmbx vvi po12 vvn n1 p-acp po31 j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
91 or re-engrave the defaced Characters of Wisdom and Innocence, which were once imprinted on the minds of our first Parents, by the Finger of their all Wise Creator. or re-engrave the defaced Characters of Wisdom and Innocence, which were once imprinted on the minds of our First Parents, by the Finger of their all Wise Creator. cc j dt vvn n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vbdr a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 ord n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
92 For God created man upright, but they have sought out many inventions, Eccles. 7.24 This then being premis'd and granted, that the nature of Good and Evil is invariable, For God created man upright, but they have sought out many Inventions, Eccles. 7.24 This then being premised and granted, that the nature of Good and Evil is invariable, p-acp np1 vvd n1 av-j, cc-acp pns32 vhb vvn av d n2, np1 crd np1 av vbg vvn cc vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f j cc n-jn vbz j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
93 and that they are not the Fortuitous result, and offspring of Arbitrary Power and Will; and that they Are not the Fortuitous result, and offspring of Arbitrary Power and Will; cc cst pns32 vbr xx dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
94 but that the one is built upon the solid Foundation of Everlasting Truth, and is conformable to the Will of God; but that the one is built upon the solid Foundation of Everlasting Truth, and is conformable to the Will of God; cc-acp cst dt pi vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1, cc vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
95 and that the other is a deviation from the dictates of Right Reason, which is a Ray that proceeds from the Fountain of Light, and that the other is a deviation from the dictates of Right Reason, which is a Ray that proceeds from the Fountain of Light, cc cst dt n-jn vbz dt n1 p-acp dt vvz pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
96 and an aberration from the Divine Law. and an aberration from the Divine Law. cc dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
97 I shall now come to a more strict discussion of the Words of my Text. Only be pleas'd to afford your Patience, I shall now come to a more strict discussion of the Words of my Text. Only be pleased to afford your Patience, pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po11 np1 j vbb vvn pc-acp vvi po22 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
98 whilst I make this Reflection upon what I have said: while I make this Reflection upon what I have said: cs pns11 vvb d n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
99 that I am sorry we live in such an Age, wherein the Prime Rules and Fundamental Principles of Religion and Morality are call'd in question: that I am sorry we live in such an Age, wherein the Prime Rules and Fundamental Principles of Religion and Morality Are called in question: cst pns11 vbm j pns12 vvb p-acp d dt n1, c-crq dt j-jn n2 cc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
100 wherein Men affect to be witty at the expence of their own Happiness and Salvation; wherein Men affect to be witty At the expense of their own Happiness and Salvation; c-crq n2 vvb pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
101 by endeavouring to vindicate their Enormous Crimes with a shew of Reason, which, God knows, is often as corrupt and vitiated as their Morals; by endeavouring to vindicate their Enormous Crimes with a show of Reason, which, God knows, is often as corrupt and vitiated as their Morals; p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi po32 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq, np1 vvz, vbz av p-acp j cc j-vvn c-acp po32 n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
102 and therefore it cannot but with Regret and Sorrow be reflected upon, that there should be any Occasion for Discourses of this Nature. Some, alas! and Therefore it cannot but with Regret and Sorrow be reflected upon, that there should be any Occasion for Discourses of this Nature. some, alas! cc av pn31 vmbx cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 vbb vvn p-acp, cst a-acp vmd vbi d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f d n1. d, uh! (4) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 9
103 in this Degenerate Age, wherein downright Atheism is dress'd up in the more plausible Colours of Deism, are apt to flatter and deceive themselves with the vain and empty Hopes, of being accounted Men of extraordinary Parts, in this Degenerate Age, wherein downright Atheism is dressed up in the more plausible Colours of Deism, Are apt to flatter and deceive themselves with the vain and empty Hope's, of being accounted Men of extraordinary Parts, p-acp d j n1, c-crq j n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt av-dc j n2 pp-f n1, vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi px32 p-acp dt j cc j ng1, pp-f vbg vvn n2 pp-f j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
104 and piercing Judgments, if they can but manage two or three weak and trifling Arguments against all Reveal'd Religion: and piercing Judgments, if they can but manage two or three weak and trifling Arguments against all Revealed Religion: cc j-vvg n2, cs pns32 vmb cc-acp vvi crd cc crd j cc j-vvg n2 p-acp d vvd n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
105 and so having shook off the Yoke that so sorely gall'd them, they disdain to be under the restraint and government of any other Law than what their Wild Fancies and Corrupt Imaginations dictate to them: and so having shook off the Yoke that so sorely galled them, they disdain to be under the restraint and government of any other Law than what their Wild Fancies and Corrupt Imaginations dictate to them: cc av vhg vvn a-acp dt n1 cst av av-j vvd pno32, pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 cs q-crq po32 j n2 cc j n2 vvi p-acp pno32: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
106 and so giving way to their Heacstrong Passions, and Craving Appetites, they indulge and gratifie their unruly Lusts in all the instances of Impiety, Lewdness, and Sensuality. and so giving Way to their Heacstrong Passion, and Craving Appetites, they indulge and gratify their unruly Lustiest in all the instances of Impiety, lewdness, and Sensuality. cc av vvg n1 p-acp po32 j n2, cc vvg n2, pns32 vvb cc vvi po32 j n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
107 But as sure as there is a God that governs the World, so sure hath he reveal'd his Will to Mankind, by his onely Son Jesus Christ, who is the Wisdom of the Father, and the express Image of his Person; But as sure as there is a God that governs the World, so sure hath he revealed his Will to Mankind, by his only Son jesus christ, who is the Wisdom of the Father, and the express Image of his Person; cc-acp c-acp j c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, av av-j vhz pns31 vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp po31 j n1 np1 np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
108 in whom are hid all the Treasures of Wisdom and Knowledge; in whom Are hid all the Treasures of Wisdom and Knowledge; p-acp ro-crq vbr vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
109 such Knowledge as will make us wise unto Salvation, in respect of which all other worldly Wisdom is but accounted Folly before God. such Knowledge as will make us wise unto Salvation, in respect of which all other worldly Wisdom is but accounted Folly before God. d n1 c-acp vmb vvi pno12 j p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq d j-jn j n1 vbz p-acp vvn n1 p-acp np1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
110 To offer at the proof of this Point would be forreign to my Purpose: To offer At the proof of this Point would be foreign to my Purpose: p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmd vbi j p-acp po11 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
111 and therefore I return to the Handling the Words of my Text, which in the several Translations of the vulgar Latin, Greek and Arabick, are so variously rendered, that they differ as much among themselves as they do from the Original Hebrew: to which our Translation, especially taking in the Marginal Reading of more abundant, comes nearer than any of those before mentioned, and Therefore I return to the Handling the Words of my Text, which in the several Translations of the Vulgar Latin, Greek and Arabic, Are so variously rendered, that they differ as much among themselves as they do from the Original Hebrew: to which our translation, especially taking in the Marginal Reading of more abundant, comes nearer than any of those before mentioned, cc av pns11 vvb p-acp dt vvg dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, r-crq p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j jp, jp cc jp, vbr av av-j vvn, cst pns32 vvb p-acp d p-acp px32 p-acp pns32 vdb p-acp dt j-jn njp: p-acp r-crq po12 n1, av-j vvg p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f av-dc j, vvz av-jc cs d pp-f d c-acp vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
112 and therefore I shall stick to that, and take the Words as they fairly lye before us, without offending some of your Ears with the uncouth and uncommon Sounds of Greek and Hebrew Words, which I could not avoid, and Therefore I shall stick to that, and take the Words as they fairly lie before us, without offending Some of your Ears with the uncouth and uncommon Sounds of Greek and Hebrew Words, which I could not avoid, cc av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d, cc vvb dt n2 c-acp pns32 av-j vvi p-acp pno12, p-acp vvg d pp-f po22 n2 p-acp dt j-u cc j n2 pp-f jp cc njp n2, r-crq pns11 vmd xx vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
113 if I should attempt to make a Critical Disquisition about the different Interpretation of the Original. if I should attempt to make a Critical Disquisition about the different Interpretation of the Original. cs pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
114 Having therefore in what I have already said, fixt the Notions of Good and Evil upon the solid, Having Therefore in what I have already said, fixed the Notions of Good and Evil upon the solid, vhg av p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn, vvn dt n2 pp-f j cc j-jn p-acp dt j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 10
115 and immovable Basis of Unerring and Everlasting Truth, which I thought necessary to doe, to avoid a Sceptical Objection, viz. That I precariously begg'd the Principles I went upon, without Offering at any Proof for what I deliver'd: and immovable Basis of Unerring and Everlasting Truth, which I Thought necessary to do, to avoid a Sceptical Objection, viz. That I precariously begged the Principles I went upon, without Offering At any Proof for what I Delivered: cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, r-crq pns11 vvd j pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, n1 cst pns11 av-j vvd dt n2 pns11 vvd p-acp, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd: (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
116 I shall in the following part of my Discourse observe this Method. I shall in the following part of my Discourse observe this Method. pns11 vmb p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po11 n1 vvi d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
117 First, I shall endeavour to show upon what Account a Righteous Man is more Excellent than his Neighbour, who must be suppos'd to be a Bad man; First, I shall endeavour to show upon what Account a Righteous Man is more Excellent than his Neighbour, who must be supposed to be a Bad man; ord, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq vvb dt j n1 vbz av-dc j cs po31 n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
118 otherwise the Comparison would be put in vain; otherwise the Comparison would be put in vain; av dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
119 for a Righteous Man would not be more Excellent than his Neighbour, if he were equally Righteous with him, for a Righteous Man would not be more Excellent than his Neighbour, if he were equally Righteous with him, p-acp dt j n1 vmd xx vbi av-dc j cs po31 n1, cs pns31 vbdr av-jn j p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
120 and therefore the Preheminence that the One obtains above the Other, turns upon this Hinge, that the one is Righteous, and the other Wicked. and Therefore the Pre-eminence that the One obtains above the Other, turns upon this Hinge, that the one is Righteous, and the other Wicked. cc av dt n1 cst dt pi vvz p-acp dt n-jn, vvz p-acp d n1, cst dt pi vbz j, cc dt j-jn j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
121 Secondly, I shall propound some Instances, wherein the Righteous Man is more Excellent than this his Neighbour. Secondly, I shall propound Some Instances, wherein the Righteous Man is more Excellent than this his Neighbour. ord, pns11 vmb vvi d n2, c-crq dt j n1 vbz av-dc j cs d po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 11
122 First, I shall endeavour to show upon what Account a Righteous Man is more Excellent than his Neighbour, who is suppos'd to be an Ill Man: First, I shall endeavour to show upon what Account a Righteous Man is more Excellent than his Neighbour, who is supposed to be an Ill Man: ord, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq vvb dt j n1 vbz av-dc j cs po31 n1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
123 who thô he be Superior to the other in the Outward Conditions of this Life, in having the Advantage of a Nobler Birth, a Larger Estate, and a more Splendid Retinue; who though he be Superior to the other in the Outward Conditions of this Life, in having the Advantage of a Nobler Birth, a Larger Estate, and a more Splendid Retinue; r-crq cs pns31 vbb j-jn p-acp dt j-jn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp vhg dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1, dt jc n1, cc dt av-dc j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
124 yet if he wants the Qualifications of a Righteous Man; if he be not Just and Equal in his Dealings with other Men; yet if he Wants the Qualifications of a Righteous Man; if he be not Just and Equal in his Dealings with other Men; av cs pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; cs pns31 vbb xx j cc j-jn p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp n-jn n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
125 if he be not Moderate and Temperate in the Enjoyment of worldly Pleasures, and piously and devoutly Affected towards Religion and the Service of God: if he be not Moderate and Temperate in the Enjoyment of worldly Pleasures, and piously and devoutly Affected towards Religion and the Service of God: cs pns31 vbb xx j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc av-j cc av-j vvd p-acp n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
126 a Man of meaner Quality, and more narrow Circumstances, if he be but Righteous, is of a more Excellent Spirit than he, who is not so. a Man of meaner Quality, and more narrow circumstances, if he be but Righteous, is of a more Excellent Spirit than he, who is not so. dt n1 pp-f jc n1, cc av-dc j n2, cs pns31 vbb p-acp j, vbz pp-f dt av-dc j n1 cs pns31, r-crq vbz xx av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
127 Because the Righteous Man more resembles God than the other, who is the great Pattern and Exemplar of all that is Good, Sublime and Excellent: Because the Righteous Man more resembles God than the other, who is the great Pattern and Exemplar of all that is Good, Sublime and Excellent: p-acp dt j n1 av-dc vvz np1 cs dt n-jn, r-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst vbz j, j cc j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
128 and therefore he propounds Himself to out Imitation, and we are commanded to be Mercifull because our Heavenly Father is Mercifull, and to be Holy because he is Holy. And by how much the nearer Approaches we make towards God, in our imperfect Essays, and Therefore he propounds Himself to out Imitation, and we Are commanded to be Merciful Because our Heavenly Father is Merciful, and to be Holy Because he is Holy. And by how much the nearer Approaches we make towards God, in our imperfect Essays, cc av pns31 vvz px31 p-acp av n1, cc pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi j c-acp po12 j n1 vbz j, cc pc-acp vbi j c-acp pns31 vbz j. cc p-acp c-crq av-d dt jc n2 pns12 vvb p-acp np1, p-acp po12 j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
129 and weak Endeavours after Holiness and Righteousness, by so much the more do we ennoble our Natures, and weak Endeavours After Holiness and Righteousness, by so much the more do we ennoble our Nature's, cc j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp av av-d dt n1 vdb pns12 vvi po12 n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
130 and distinguish our selves more from the Plebeian Multitude, by acts of Justice, and Mercy and Piety, in the esteem of the Wisest and Best Men, and distinguish our selves more from the Plebeian Multitude, by acts of justice, and Mercy and Piety, in the esteem of the Wisest and Best Men, cc vvi po12 n2 av-dc p-acp dt n1 n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js cc js n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
131 than by a Numerous Attendance and Glittering Attire, which none but the injudicious Vulgar look upon as the onely distinguishing Badges of Honour, and marks of real Worth. than by a Numerous Attendance and Glittering Attire, which none but the injudicious vulgar look upon as the only distinguishing Badges of Honour, and marks of real Worth. cs p-acp dt j n1 cc vvg n1, r-crq pix p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp p-acp dt j j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
132 The Heathen Poet could discover the Truth of what I have said, by the Light of Nature, The Heathen Poet could discover the Truth of what I have said, by the Light of Nature, dt j-jn n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
133 when he express'd his Sentiment in that known Distich, Tota licet Veteres exornent undique cerae Atria, Nobilitas sola est at { que } unica Virtus. when he expressed his Sentiment in that known Distich, Tota licet Veteres exornent undique cerae Atria, Nobilitas sola est At { que } Unique Virtus. c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp d j-vvn n1, np1 fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la uh zz p-acp { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
134 Juv. Sat. 8. That Virtue was the sole and true Nobility: which really raises one Man above another, more than all the external Advantages of Birth or Fortune nakedly considered, without the Forementioned Qualifications of Righteousness and Holiness: Juv Sat. 8. That Virtue was the sole and true Nobilt: which really raises one Man above Another, more than all the external Advantages of Birth or Fortune nakedly considered, without the Forementioned Qualifications of Righteousness and Holiness: np1 np1 crd cst n1 vbds dt j cc j n1: r-crq av-j vvz pi n1 p-acp n-jn, av-dc cs d dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 av-j vvn, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
135 but when they are joyned together, they then illustrate one another, and Virtue is better able to exert it self, but when they Are joined together, they then illustrate one Another, and Virtue is better able to exert it self, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av, pns32 av vvb pi j-jn, cc n1 vbz jc j pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
136 and appears more amiable, having the Advantage of a comely Body, and prosperous Condition to support it, and set it off. and appears more amiable, having the Advantage of a comely Body, and prosperous Condition to support it, and Set it off. cc vvz av-dc j, vhg dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvd pn31 a-acp. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 12
137 So true is it what the H. Mr Boyl observes, that all that outward Greatness can doe, is not to make a Soul Great, So true is it what the H. Mr Boil observes, that all that outward Greatness can do, is not to make a Soul Great, av j vbz pn31 r-crq dt np1 n1 vvb vvz, cst d cst j n1 vmb vdi, vbz xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
138 but to afford one that is, the opportunity of shewing it self to be so. but to afford one that is, the opportunity of showing it self to be so. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pi cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f vvg pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
139 Facinus quos inquinat aequat, that Wickedness which pollutes men makes them equal, thô their exteriour Conditions be vastly different and unequal. Facinus quos inquinat aequat, that Wickedness which pollutes men makes them equal, though their exterior Conditions be vastly different and unequal. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cst n1 r-crq vvz n2 vvz pno32 vvi, cs po32 j-jn n2 vbb av-j j cc j. (4) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
140 The mind of every Man is truly himself, and by how much that improves in Virtue and usefull Knowledge, by so much doth it excell it self, The mind of every Man is truly himself, and by how much that improves in Virtue and useful Knowledge, by so much does it excel it self, dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz av-j px31, cc p-acp c-crq d cst vvz p-acp n1 cc j n1, p-acp av d vdz pn31 vvi pn31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
141 and those of other Men, which are not imbued with the Rare endowments of Piety, Justice, and those of other Men, which Are not imbued with the Rare endowments of Piety, justice, cc d pp-f j-jn n2, r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
142 and Integrity, and an universal Good-will towards all Men. and Integrity, and an universal Goodwill towards all Men. cc n1, cc dt j j p-acp d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
143 Suppose a man encompass'd with all the external Felicity that this World affords, possess'd of a large estate, Suppose a man encompassed with all the external Felicity that this World affords, possessed of a large estate, vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp d dt j n1 cst d n1 vvz, vvn pp-f dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
144 and grac'd with Titles of Honour sutable unto it; yet if his Mind be sunk below all that is truly Noble and Generous; and graced with Titles of Honour suitable unto it; yet if his Mind be sunk below all that is truly Noble and Generous; cc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 j p-acp pn31; av cs po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d cst vbz av-j j cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
145 if it be overrun and canker'd with the Rust of Covetousness, and sharpned with the Keenness of Revenge; if it be overrun and cankered with the Rust of Covetousness, and sharpened with the Keenness of Revenge; cs pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
146 if it be fretted and gall'd with Envy and Malice, and inflam'd with Lust and Intemperance; if it be fretted and galled with Envy and Malice, and inflamed with Lust and Intemperance; cs pn31 vbb vvn cc vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
147 if it be swoln and bloated with Haughtiness and Pride, and harass'd with wicked Plots, and base Designs; if it be swollen and bloated with Haughtiness and Pride, and harassed with wicked Plots, and base Designs; cs pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvn p-acp j n2, cc j n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
148 if it be grown so savage as to delight it self in sucking the Blood of the Innocent, if it be grown so savage as to delight it self in sucking the Blood of the Innocent, cs pn31 vbb vvn av j-jn c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
149 and in glutting it self with Cruelty and Oppression: the Righteous Man, thô he wants some of those unnecessary Superfluities which the other enjoys; and in glutting it self with Cruelty and Oppression: the Righteous Man, though he Wants Some of those unnecessary Superfluities which the other enjoys; cc p-acp vvg pn31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1: dt j n1, cs pns31 vvz d pp-f d j n2 r-crq dt n-jn vvz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
150 but yet exercises himself in the constant Practice of the opposite Virtues: who endeavours to keep a Conscience void of Offence both toward God and toward Man; but yet exercises himself in the constant Practice of the opposite Virtues: who endeavours to keep a Conscience void of Offence both towards God and towards Man; cc-acp av n2 px31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2: r-crq vvz p-acp vvb dt n1 j pp-f n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
151 who is moderate in his Desires and Enjoyments of the Good things of this Life, and kind and beneficent to those whom he is concern'd to assist and relieve; who is moderate in his Desires and Enjoyments of the Good things of this Life, and kind and beneficent to those whom he is concerned to assist and relieve; r-crq vbz j p-acp po31 n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, cc j cc j p-acp d r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 13
152 who is Just in his Dealings, and Faithfull to his Promises; who is Just in his Dealings, and Faithful to his Promises; r-crq vbz j p-acp po31 n2-vvg, cc j p-acp po31 vvz; (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
153 who is humble and obedient to his Superiours, and Governours, civil and obliging to his Equals, who is humble and obedient to his Superiors, and Governors, civil and obliging to his Equals, r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp po31 n2-jn, cc n2, j cc vvg p-acp po31 n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
154 and Courteous and Condescending to those that are below him: and Courteous and Condescending to those that Are below him: cc j cc vvg p-acp d cst vbr p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
155 who endeavours to relieve the Oppressed, and to rescue the Innocent from the Snares of the cruel Hunter, this Man is more Excellent than the other: who endeavours to relieve the Oppressed, and to rescue the Innocent from the Snares of the cruel Hunter, this Man is more Excellent than the other: r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn, cc pc-acp vvi dt j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, d n1 vbz av-dc j cs dt n-jn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
156 he will find favour with God, and be highly esteemed by all Good Men, he will be comforted and delighted with the continual Applause of a good Conscience, he will find favour with God, and be highly esteemed by all Good Men, he will be comforted and delighted with the continual Applause of a good Conscience, pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1, cc vbi av-j vvn p-acp d j n2, pns31 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
157 and with the Joys of a serene and cheerfull Mind. and with the Joys of a serene and cheerful Mind. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
158 This Man is a true Subject of the Kingdom of God, which according to the Apostle consisteth not in Meat and Drink, in the outward affluence of Riches and Honour, This Man is a true Subject of the Kingdom of God, which according to the Apostle Consisteth not in Meat and Drink, in the outward affluence of Riches and Honour, d n1 vbz dt j j-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvg p-acp dt np1 vvz xx p-acp n1 cc vvb, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
159 but in Righteousness and Peace and Joy in the Holy Ghost: for he in these things serveth Christ, is acceptable to and approved of Men. but in Righteousness and Peace and Joy in the Holy Ghost: for he in these things serves christ, is acceptable to and approved of Men. cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1: c-acp pns31 p-acp d n2 vvz np1, vbz j p-acp cc vvn pp-f n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
160 Whilest the other, who is not endowed with the Heavenly Virtues before mentioned, will be slighted and contemn'd, Whilst the other, who is not endowed with the Heavenly Virtues before mentioned, will be slighted and contemned, cs dt n-jn, r-crq vbz xx vvn p-acp dt j n2 a-acp vvn, vmb vbi vvn cc vvd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
161 and onely reverenc'd out of Fear, if he happen to be Great and Powerfull: and only reverenced out of fear, if he happen to be Great and Powerful: cc av-j vvn av pp-f n1, cs pns31 vvb pc-acp vbi j cc j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
162 for he being a Friend to no man, none will be a Friend to him, in vindicating his Reputation, by endeavouring to wipe off the Blots, for he being a Friend to no man, none will be a Friend to him, in vindicating his Reputation, by endeavouring to wipe off the Blots, c-acp pns31 vbg dt n1 p-acp dx n1, pix vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp vvg po31 n1, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
163 and Stains with which his Name is cover'd, by a mollifying and candid Interpretation of his Actions. and Stains with which his Name is covered, by a mollifying and candid Interpretation of his Actions. cc vvz p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn, p-acp dt j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
164 2ly, The Righteous Man is more Excellent than his Neighbour, because he is not only respected by Men; 2ly, The Righteous Man is more Excellent than his Neighbour, Because he is not only respected by Men; av-j, dt j n1 vbz av-dc j cs po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
165 but likewise honoured by God himself, who has declar'd that they who honour him he will honour; but likewise honoured by God himself, who has declared that they who honour him he will honour; cc-acp av vvn p-acp np1 px31, r-crq vhz vvd cst pns32 r-crq n1 pno31 pns31 vmb vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 14
166 and that he being Righteous loveth Righteousness in us, and that his eyes will behold the Just with Complacency and Delight. and that he being Righteous loves Righteousness in us, and that his eyes will behold the Just with Complacency and Delight. cc cst pns31 vbg j vvz n1 p-acp pno12, cc cst po31 n2 vmb vvi dt j p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
167 Now there is nothing wherein we can honour God so much, as by endeavouring to imitate the Holiness, Now there is nothing wherein we can honour God so much, as by endeavouring to imitate the Holiness, av a-acp vbz pix q-crq pns12 vmb vvi np1 av av-d, c-acp p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
168 and other Attributes of his Divine Nature; wherein they are imitable by us: and other Attributes of his Divine Nature; wherein they Are imitable by us: cc j-jn n2 pp-f po31 j-jn n1; c-crq pns32 vbr j p-acp pno12: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
169 and by doing our best endeavour to transcribe that Copy which he has set us, of doing Justice and loving Mercy, of being kind and charitable to all Men, and by doing our best endeavour to transcribe that Copy which he has Set us, of doing justice and loving Mercy, of being kind and charitable to all Men, cc p-acp vdg po12 js n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12, pp-f vdg n1 cc j-vvg n1, pp-f vbg j cc j p-acp d n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
170 even to the Ungratefull, and of diffusing our good will to those whom our Bounty cannot reach. even to the Ungrateful, and of diffusing our good will to those whom our Bounty cannot reach. av p-acp dt j, cc pp-f vvg po12 j n1 p-acp d ro-crq po12 n1 vmbx vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
171 We never read that God has commanded us to be Omniscient or Omnipotent; because the Attainment of these Sublime Excellencies, We never read that God has commanded us to be Omniscient or Omnipotent; Because the Attainment of these Sublime Excellencies, pns12 av-x vvb cst np1 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vbi j cc j; p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
172 and peculiar Perfections of the God-head, is plac'd beyond the Sphere and Capacity of our weak and finite Natures and Abilities. and peculiar Perfections of the Godhead, is placed beyond the Sphere and Capacity of our weak and finite Nature's and Abilities. cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 j cc j n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
173 But, as if we had a sort of Infinity ascrib'd to us in this respect, God has commanded us to be Mercifull and Holy, But, as if we had a sort of Infinity ascribed to us in this respect, God has commanded us to be Merciful and Holy, p-acp, c-acp cs pns12 vhd dt n1 pp-f crd vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, np1 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vbi j cc j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
174 as he is so, i.e. according to the measure and proportion of our stinted Capacity, and our frail and lapsed Condition. as he is so, i.e. according to the measure and proportion of our stinted Capacity, and our frail and lapsed Condition. c-acp pns31 vbz av, n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 vvd n1, cc po12 j cc vvn n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
175 Which we cannot be without first being Just, and Upright in Heart: Which we cannot be without First being Just, and Upright in Heart: r-crq pns12 vmbx vbi p-acp ord vbg j, cc av-j p-acp n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
176 because Justice is a Virtue of the First Magnitude, and is of so comprehensive a Nature, Because justice is a Virtue of the First Magnitude, and is of so comprehensive a Nature, c-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, cc vbz pp-f av j dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
177 as that it is said to contain all other Virtues in its Fruitfull Womb. For indeed the love of God, as that it is said to contain all other Virtues in its Fruitful Womb. For indeed the love of God, c-acp cst pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d j-jn n2 p-acp po31 j np1 p-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
178 and of our Neighbour, which, as we are assur'd by an Infallible Author, is the sum and substance of the whole Law, is the Natural Result and Proper Effect of Justice and Gratitude. and of our Neighbour, which, as we Are assured by an Infallible Author, is the sum and substance of the Whole Law, is the Natural Result and Proper Effect of justice and Gratitude. cc pp-f po12 n1, r-crq, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vbz dt j n1 cc j vvb pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
179 For how can we absolve our selves from the nonperformance of these Duties, without being highly Unjust and Ungratefull? If after having been obliged by God, in so Extraordinary a manner, in his giving us a being, and providing a comfortable subsistance for us in this World, For how can we absolve our selves from the nonperformance of these Duties, without being highly Unjust and Ungrateful? If After having been obliged by God, in so Extraordinary a manner, in his giving us a being, and providing a comfortable subsistence for us in this World, p-acp q-crq vmb pns12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp vbg av-j j cc j? cs a-acp vhg vbn vvn p-acp np1, p-acp av j dt n1, p-acp po31 vvg pno12 dt n1, cc vvg dt j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
180 and in taking care for our Future Happiness, we should refuse to pay him the inconsiderable Tribute and Homage of our Love and Service, no Name of Reproach can be bad enough for us, and in taking care for our Future Happiness, we should refuse to pay him the inconsiderable Tribute and Homage of our Love and Service, no Name of Reproach can be bad enough for us, cc p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po12 j-jn n1, pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, dx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi j av-d p-acp pno12, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
181 except it be those of being Unjust and Ungratefull. except it be those of being Unjust and Ungrateful. c-acp pn31 vbb d pp-f vbg j cc j-u. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
182 And as Men are not self-sufficient, or able to make themselves Happy like God, in contemplating and reflecting upon their own Perfections; And as Men Are not self-sufficient, or able to make themselves Happy like God, in contemplating and reflecting upon their own Perfections; cc c-acp n2 vbr xx j, cc j pc-acp vvi px32 j av-j np1, p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp po32 d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
183 and so wanting the help of others, are naturally inclin'd to Society, from which they expect Relief and Comfort in all their Troubles and Necessities, and so wanting the help of Others, Are naturally inclined to Society, from which they expect Relief and Comfort in all their Troubles and Necessities, cc av vvg dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp d po32 vvz cc n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
184 so can They by no means escape the Imputation of Injustice, who do not lend a mutual assistance to others in their Afflictions and Calamities, from whom they themselves expected and perhaps received Kindness and Benevolence when they labour'd under the same or such like Inconveniencies or Disasters. so can They by no means escape the Imputation of Injustice, who do not lend a mutual assistance to Others in their Afflictions and Calamities, from whom they themselves expected and perhaps received Kindness and Benevolence when they laboured under the same or such like Inconveniences or Disasters. av vmb pns32 p-acp dx n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vdb xx vvi dt j n1 p-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, p-acp ro-crq pns32 px32 vvn cc av vvd n1 cc n1 c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt d cc d j n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
185 For to that end were they born, and not for themselves alone, according to that wise saying of Tully: of all those things which are disputed on by Learned Men, there is nothing better than plainly to understand, that we are born to do Justice, For to that end were they born, and not for themselves alone, according to that wise saying of Tully: of all those things which Are disputed on by Learned Men, there is nothing better than plainly to understand, that we Are born to do justice, c-acp p-acp d n1 vbdr pns32 vvn, cc xx p-acp px32 av-j, vvg p-acp d j n-vvg pp-f np1: pp-f d d n2 r-crq vbr vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, pc-acp vbz pix jc cs av-j pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vdi n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
186 and that Right is the Constitution of Nature, and not of Opinion. and that Right is the Constitution of Nature, and not of Opinion. cc d n-jn vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc xx pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
187 Hence it is that the Law of doing to others as we would they should do unto us again, has obtain'd so much credit in the World; Hence it is that the Law of doing to Others as we would they should do unto us again, has obtained so much credit in the World; av pn31 vbz d dt n1 pp-f vdg pc-acp n2-jn p-acp pns12 vmd pns32 vmd vdi p-acp pno12 av, vhz vvn av d n1 p-acp dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
188 that thô the practice of it be often neglected; that though the practice of it be often neglected; cst cs dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbb av vvn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
189 yet it is every where, and by all Men commended to be most Just and Reasonable; yet it is every where, and by all Men commended to be most Just and Reasonable; av pn31 vbz d c-crq, cc p-acp d n2 vvd pc-acp vbi av-ds j cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
190 being taken in a right sense with some Restrictions and Limitations: being taken in a right sense with Some Restrictions and Limitations: vbg vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
191 as that our Will must be suppos'd to be Regular, and to desire nothing of others, which may infringe the Laws of Equity, Modesty, Decency, and good Manners. as that our Will must be supposed to be Regular, and to desire nothing of Others, which may infringe the Laws of Equity, Modesty, Decency, and good Manners. c-acp cst po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j, cc pc-acp vvi pix pp-f n2-jn, r-crq vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1, cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
192 For if one should tempt another to Lewdness, and Dishonesty; to be partaker with him or her in Theft or Adultery; For if one should tempt Another to lewdness, and Dishonesty; to be partaker with him or her in Theft or Adultery; p-acp cs pi vmd vvi j-jn p-acp n1, cc n1; pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp pno31 cc pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
193 and should make use of an Argument grounded upon this Text, that he desires nothing of another but what he should be willing to Gratifie him, and should make use of an Argument grounded upon this Text, that he Desires nothing of Another but what he should be willing to Gratify him, cc vmd vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vvz pix pp-f j-jn p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
194 or her in again, upon a like occasion, this would be to abuse the Rule before us; or her in again, upon a like occasion, this would be to abuse the Rule before us; cc pno31 p-acp av, p-acp dt j n1, d vmd vbi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12; (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
195 which is never so to be understood, as to patronize Sin, or elude the Laws of Justice, and the Precepts of Holiness. which is never so to be understood, as to patronise since, or elude the Laws of justice, and the Precepts of Holiness. r-crq vbz av-x av pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
196 Or, if a Criminal standing at the Bar, convicted of some Notorious Crimes, which deserve that the Sentence of Death should be past upon him, should argue thus: Or, if a Criminal standing At the Bar, convicted of Some Notorious Crimes, which deserve that the Sentence of Death should be passed upon him, should argue thus: cc, cs dt j-jn vvg p-acp dt n1, vvn pp-f d j n2, r-crq vvb cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno31, vmd vvi av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
197 That if the Judge was in his case, he would willingly be acquitted, and therefore that he ought not to pass Sentence upon him: That if the Judge was in his case, he would willingly be acquitted, and Therefore that he ought not to pass Sentence upon him: cst cs dt n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd av-j vbi vvn, cc av cst pns31 vmd xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
198 because if he does, he violates the Rule of doing to others as he would they should do unto him again: Because if he does, he violates the Rule of doing to Others as he would they should do unto him again: c-acp cs pns31 vdz, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f vdg pc-acp n2-jn c-acp pns31 vmd pns32 vmd vdi p-acp pno31 av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
199 In this Case a Judge ought not to take his Measures from the Irregularity of anothers will, In this Case a Judge ought not to take his Measures from the Irregularity of another's will, p-acp d n1 dt n1 vmd xx pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
200 but from the Rules of Justice and Equity, which all Men are universally obliged to observe; but from the Rules of justice and Equity, which all Men Are universally obliged to observe; cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq d n2 vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
201 thô not always in their utmost rigour and extent. For we are advised by the wise Man, not to be righteous over much: though not always in their utmost rigour and extent. For we Are advised by the wise Man, not to be righteous over much: cs xx av p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1. c-acp pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
202 that is, not to stretch things beyond their due measure, and make more of a Circumstance, that is, not to stretch things beyond their due measure, and make more of a Circumstance, cst vbz, xx pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 j-jn n1, cc vvb dc pp-f dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
203 or an Evidence than they will naturally and fairly bear; or an Evidence than they will naturally and fairly bear; cc dt n1 cs pns32 vmb av-j cc av-j vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
204 but to mix Clemency and Mercy with our Justice, and that where Right and Property, Peace and Safety, but to mix Clemency and Mercy with our justice, and that where Right and Property, Peace and Safety, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc cst c-crq j-jn cc n1, n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 18
205 and the Publick Good, can be preserv'd, and secur'd without inflicting Punishment, then to preser Mercy before Justice; and the Public Good, can be preserved, and secured without inflicting Punishment, then to preser Mercy before justice; cc dt j j, vmb vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp vvg n1, av p-acp n1 n1 p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 18
206 because it is the Attribute of God we most Admire and Adore and which is said to Jam. 2.13. Rejoyce, or Triumph over Justice, or against Judgement Because it is the Attribute of God we most Admire and Adore and which is said to Jam. 2.13. Rejoice, or Triumph over justice, or against Judgement c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 av-ds vvb cc vvi cc r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1 crd. vvb, cc n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 (4) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 18
207 2ly, I come now to propound some instances, where in a Righteous Man excells his Neighbour. 2ly, I come now to propound Some instances, where in a Righteous Man excels his Neighbour. av-j, pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi d n2, c-crq p-acp dt j n1 vvz po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
208 First, If he be a Person who is entrusted with Rule and Authority, and the Administration of Justice: First, If he be a Person who is Entrusted with Rule and authority, and the Administration of justice: ord, cs pns31 vbb dt n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
209 if he be Advanc'd to some Eminent Station either in Church or State, He prefers the Publick Good before his own Private Interest. He aims not at carrying on any base Designs of enslaving his Country to a Forreign Power, if he be Advanced to Some Eminent Station either in Church or State, He prefers the Public Good before his own Private Interest. He aims not At carrying on any base Designs of enslaving his Country to a Foreign Power, cs pns31 vbb vvn p-acp d j n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz dt j j p-acp po31 d j n1. pns31 vvz xx p-acp vvg p-acp d j n2 pp-f vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
210 and Papal Jurisdiction: whose Arbitrary Exactions and Impositions have been so Intolerable, that they have been often oppos'd, and Papal Jurisdiction: whose Arbitrary Exactions and Impositions have been so Intolerable, that they have been often opposed, cc j n1: r-crq j-jn n2 cc n2 vhb vbn av j, cst pns32 vhb vbn av vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
211 and at last cast off, even whilst the Nation profess'd the Roman Religion. He chuses to stand up in Vindication of the Just Rights, and At last cast off, even while the nation professed the Roman Religion. He chooses to stand up in Vindication of the Just Rights, cc p-acp ord vvd a-acp, av cs dt n1 vvn dt np1 n1. pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
212 and Legal Properties of Millions of People, as much as he can, without resisting Lawfull Authority, rather than suffer the Wise and Ancient Laws of his Country, the Freedom and Liberty of his fellow Subjects, and Legal Properties of Millions of People, as much as he can, without resisting Lawful authority, rather than suffer the Wise and Ancient Laws of his Country, the Freedom and Liberty of his fellow Subject's, cc j n2 pp-f crd pp-f n1, c-acp d c-acp pns31 vmb, p-acp vvg j n1, av-c cs vvi dt j cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 n2-jn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
213 and the True Religion establish'd amongst us, to become a Sacrifice and Prey to the Inveterate Rage, and the True Religion established among us, to become a Sacrifice and Prey to the Inveterate Rage, cc dt j n1 vvd p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
214 or insatiable Ambition of a few Aspiring and Merciless Men. or insatiable Ambition of a few Aspiring and Merciless Men. cc j n1 pp-f dt d j-vvg cc j n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 19
215 He cannot be perswaded that the Numerous Race of Mankind were created, on purpose, to be trampled upon by some Nero's and Caligula's, who are not contented with the Preheminence and Authority which the Laws of God, He cannot be persuaded that the Numerous Raze of Mankind were created, on purpose, to be trampled upon by Some Nero's and Caligula's, who Are not contented with the Pre-eminence and authority which the Laws of God, pns31 vmbx vbi vvn cst dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn, p-acp n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d npg1 cc npg1, r-crq vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 19
216 and the Land whereof they are Governours, have Invested and Impower'd them withall: and the Land whereof they Are Governors, have Invested and Empowered them withal: cc dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr n2, vhb vvn cc vvn pno32 av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 19
217 or that it is Reasonable to think that God has given them leave, at their Pleasure, to dive•t their Cruel Minds, with exercising the Patience and Fortitude of Innocent Men, with Racks and Gibbets, and other Torments. or that it is Reasonable to think that God has given them leave, At their Pleasure, to dive•t their Cruel Minds, with exercising the Patience and Fortitude of Innocent Men, with Racks and Gibbets, and other Torments. cc cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi cst np1 vhz vvn pno32 vvi, p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi po32 j n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, cc j-jn n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 19
218 No, as they have no Commission or Authority to do Evil; No, as they have no Commission or authority to do Evil; uh-dx, c-acp pns32 vhb dx n1 cc n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 19
219 so the Man I am speaking of, looks upon himself in Conscience obliged, as much as in him fairly lies, to endeavour to repress the Exorbitant Growth of Arbitrary Power: so the Man I am speaking of, looks upon himself in Conscience obliged, as much as in him fairly lies, to endeavour to repress the Exorbitant Growth of Arbitrary Power: av dt n1 pns11 vbm vvg pp-f, vvz p-acp px31 p-acp n1 vvn, c-acp d c-acp p-acp pno31 av-j vvz, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 19
220 to stem the Tide of Tyranny, Superstition, and Idolatry, when it begins to overflow the Land, to stem the Tide of Tyranny, Superstition, and Idolatry, when it begins to overflow the Land, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1, c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 19
221 and its Furious Waves attempt to undermine, and bear down the True establish'd Religion he Professes, which is dearer to him than his Life, or any Temporal Concern. and its Furious Waves attempt to undermine, and bear down the True established Religion he Professes, which is Dearer to him than his Life, or any Temporal Concern. cc po31 j n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vvi a-acp dt j vvd n1 pns31 vvz, r-crq vbz jc-jn p-acp pno31 cs po31 n1, cc d j vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 19
222 For he thinks there is no just Reason to expect, that God should work Miracles to preserve a Church and Nation from Ruin and Destruction, For he thinks there is no just Reason to expect, that God should work Miracles to preserve a Church and nation from Ruin and Destruction, p-acp pns31 vvz a-acp vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vmd vvi n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 19
223 when other Means may be Lawfully us'd, toward the Resetling them upon their old Foundations, according to their Ancient and Legal Constitution, without their being concern'd in Rebellion. when other Means may be Lawfully used, towards the Resettling them upon their old Foundations, according to their Ancient and Legal Constitution, without their being concerned in Rebellion. c-crq j-jn n2 vmb vbi av-j vvn, p-acp dt vvg pno32 p-acp po32 j n2, vvg p-acp po32 j cc j n1, p-acp po32 n1 vvn p-acp n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 19
224 And here I have a Fair Occasion offer'd me, of drawing a Parallel between two Printes, who are at open Hostility with one another; And Here I have a Fair Occasion offered me, of drawing a Parallel between two Prints, who Are At open Hostility with one Another; cc av pns11 vhb dt j n1 vvd pno11, pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp crd n2, r-crq vbr p-acp j n1 p-acp crd j-jn; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 19
225 and of showing the Justice of the Cause, in which One of them is Engaged, against the Unjust Invasions, and of showing the justice of the Cause, in which One of them is Engaged, against the Unjust Invasions, cc pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq crd pp-f pno32 vbz vvn, p-acp dt j-u n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
226 and Violent Usurpations of the Other. and Violent Usurpations of the Other. cc j n2 pp-f dt n-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
227 Whose Severe, not to say Inhuman Usage of his own Faithfull and Loyal Subjects, many of whom had obliged him in the Highest Degree (and never disobliged him, Whose Severe, not to say Inhuman Usage of his own Faithful and Loyal Subject's, many of whom had obliged him in the Highest Degree (and never disobliged him, rg-crq j, xx pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f po31 d j cc j n2-jn, d pp-f r-crq vhd vvn pno31 p-acp dt js n1 (cc av-x vvn pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
228 except when they could not comply with his Unlawful Commands) may teach us how he would deal with those of another Nation, except when they could not comply with his Unlawful Commands) may teach us how he would deal with those of Another nation, c-acp c-crq pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 j-u vvz) vmb vvi pno12 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d pp-f j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
229 if they once should be so Unhappy as to Groan under his Heavy Yoke. if they once should be so Unhappy as to Groan under his Heavy Yoke. cs pns32 a-acp vmd vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
230 How would they then wish, and sigh for that Deliverer which too many now so lightly Esteem. How would they then wish, and sighs for that Deliverer which too many now so lightly Esteem. q-crq vmd pns32 av vvb, cc vvi p-acp d n1 r-crq av d av av av-j vvb. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
231 If Solemn Oaths and Edicts could not bind him, from Banishing his own Native Subjects from their Habitations, to seek their Bread in Forreign Countreys because they neither could, If Solemn Oaths and Edicts could not bind him, from Banishing his own Native Subject's from their Habitations, to seek their Bred in Foreign Countries' Because they neither could, cs j n2 cc n2 vmd xx vvi pno31, p-acp vvg po31 d j-jn n2-jn p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp j ng2 c-acp pns32 av-dx vmd, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
232 nor would be Papists, how can we, who of late, have been the Greatest Thorn in his Side, by endeavouring to stop the Progress of his Arms, and curb his Growing Power; nor would be Papists, how can we, who of late, have been the Greatest Thorn in his Side, by endeavouring to stop the Progress of his Arms, and curb his Growing Power; ccx vmd vbi njp2, q-crq vmb pns12, r-crq pp-f av-j, vhb vbn dt js n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc vvi po31 vvg n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
233 who, no doubt, have exasperated him against us, in a more than Ordinary Manner, by Burning and Sinking some of his Capital Ships; can we I say, whom he looks upon as the most Formidable Opposers of his Designs, expect Better and more Favourable Dealings from him, who, no doubt, have exasperated him against us, in a more than Ordinary Manner, by Burning and Sinking Some of his Capital Ships; can we I say, whom he looks upon as the most Formidable Opposers of his Designs, expect Better and more Favourable Dealings from him, r-crq, dx n1, vhb vvn pno31 p-acp pno12, p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg d pp-f po31 j n2; vmb pns12 pns11 vvb, ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f po31 n2, vvb av-jc cc av-dc j n2-vvg p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
234 than they have met with? Can we think we have obliged him as much, than they have met with? Can we think we have obliged him as much, cs pns32 vhb vvn p-acp? vmb pns12 vvi pns12 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp d, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
235 as his own Protestant Subjects have done, who set the Crown upon his Head? And all the World sees how he has Requited them for it. as his own Protestant Subject's have done, who Set the Crown upon his Head? And all the World sees how he has Requited them for it. c-acp po31 d n1 n2-jn vhb vdn, r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1? cc d dt n1 vvz c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 20
236 It seems to me to proceed either from want of due Consideration, o• a right Understanding of Affairs, to think that a Monarch so much devoted to his own Interest, should be at this Vast Expence of Money, It seems to me to proceed either from want of due Consideration, o• a right Understanding of Affairs, to think that a Monarch so much devoted to his own Interest, should be At this Vast Expense of Money, pn31 vvz p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1, n1 dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 av av-d vvn p-acp po31 d n1, vmd vbi p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
237 and Loss of Men, barely upon the account, of only Reaping the Naked Glory, of Restoring an Unfortunate Deserting, and Deserted Prince: without having any farther Design. and Loss of Men, barely upon the account, of only Reaping the Naked Glory, of Restoring an Unfortunate Deserting, and Deserted Prince: without having any farther Design. cc n1 pp-f n2, av-j p-acp dt n1, pp-f av-j vvg dt j n1, pp-f j-vvg dt j vvg, cc vvn n1: p-acp vhg d jc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
238 According to my shallow Judgement in these Matters, I am apt to think he had rather be a Conquerour of a Kingdom himself, than Restore another to it. According to my shallow Judgement in these Matters, I am apt to think he had rather be a Conqueror of a Kingdom himself, than Restore Another to it. vvg p-acp po11 j n1 p-acp d n2, pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi pns31 vhd av-c vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 px31, cs vvb j-jn p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
239 Can we imagine he should be touch'd with such a feeling Sense of Honour or Conscience, Can we imagine he should be touched with such a feeling Sense of Honour or Conscience, vmb pns12 vvi pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
240 as to impoverish his Subjects, and weaken his Forces for the Sake of Reenthroning one Prince, as to impoverish his Subject's, and weaken his Forces for the Sake of Reenthroning one Prince, c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n2-jn, cc vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pi n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
241 when he shows no Concern or Tenderness of either, in Dispossessing others, being of his own Religion too, of their Lawfull, when he shows no Concern or Tenderness of either, in Dispossessing Others, being of his own Religion too, of their Lawful, c-crq pns31 vvz dx vvb cc n1 pp-f d, p-acp vvg n2-jn, vbg pp-f po31 d n1 av, pp-f po32 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
242 and Hereditary Dominions? Why should not the Duke of Savoy, the Elector Palatine, the Emperour, or King of Spain, be as Dear to him as some Body else? And yet I am inclin'd to believe, and Hereditary Dominions? Why should not the Duke of Savoy, the Elector Palatine, the Emperor, or King of Spain, be as Dear to him as Some Body Else? And yet I am inclined to believe, cc j n2? q-crq vmd xx dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 jp, dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, vbb a-acp j-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1 av? cc av pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
243 if he had his Will against the foremention'd Princes, he would leave the Glory of Restoring them to their Dominions to some other Potentate. So that I must beg to be excus'd, if he had his Will against the forementioned Princes, he would leave the Glory of Restoring them to their Dominions to Some other Potentate. So that I must beg to be excused, cs pns31 vhd po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2, pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f j-vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d j-jn n1. av cst pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
244 if I cannot submit to the Judgement of those Men, who have so good an Opinion of him, if I cannot submit to the Judgement of those Men, who have so good an Opinion of him, cs pns11 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vhb av j dt n1 pp-f pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
245 as to think he only Designs to do Justice, out of Pure Generosity, by Restoring the late King. as to think he only Designs to do justice, out of Pure Generosity, by Restoring the late King. c-acp pc-acp vvi pns31 av-j n2 pc-acp vdi n1, av pp-f j n1, p-acp j-vvg dt j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
246 And therefore I hope without being Guilty of misapplying my Text, or abusing Scripture, I may truly say that our Gracious, And Therefore I hope without being Guilty of misapplying my Text, or abusing Scripture, I may truly say that our Gracious, cc av pns11 vvb p-acp vbg j pp-f vvg po11 n1, cc vvg n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi cst po12 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
247 and Righteous King William is more Excellent than This his Neighbouring Prince. and Righteous King William is more Excellent than This his Neighbouring Prince. cc j n1 np1 vbz av-dc j cs d po31 j-vvg n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 21
248 It cannot but be Evident to a Man of an unbiass'd Judgement, that our King seeks to Promote the Publick Good; It cannot but be Evident to a Man of an unbiased Judgement, that our King seeks to Promote the Public Good; pn31 vmbx p-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, cst po12 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 22
249 not only of these Kingdoms, but of all Europe. If he could have been so Base as to have Betray'd the Liberty of his Country; not only of these Kingdoms, but of all Europe. If he could have been so Base as to have Betrayed the Liberty of his Country; xx av-j pp-f d n2, cc-acp pp-f d np1. cs pns31 vmd vhi vbn av j p-acp pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 22
250 or so Tame as only to have fat still whilst the French had overrun and subdu'd it, he might have made what Terms he pleas'd for himself, or so Tame as only to have fat still while the French had overrun and subdued it, he might have made what Terms he pleased for himself, cc av j c-acp av-j pc-acp vhi j av cs dt jp vhd vvn cc vvn pn31, pns31 vmd vhi vvn r-crq n2 pns31 vvd p-acp px31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 22
251 and have enjoy'd more Ease and Quiet than he now does. and have enjoyed more Ease and Quiet than he now does. cc vhb vvn dc n1 cc j-jn cs pns31 av vdz. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 22
252 But the Safety and Welfare of his Country, of which he has been an Hereditary Defender, the Liberty of all Europe, and the Preservation of the Protestant Religion, were Dearer to him than his own Private Interest and Repese: But the Safety and Welfare of his Country, of which he has been an Hereditary Defender, the Liberty of all Europe, and the Preservation of the Protestant Religion, were Dearer to him than his own Private Interest and Repese: p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vbn dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f d np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, vbdr np1 p-acp pno31 cs po31 d j n1 cc n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 22
253 otherwise he would never have undertook so Hazardous an Attempt, as was that of his coming hither, to Secure and Settle the Right of his Princess to the Crown, by making his Appeal to a Free Parliament, and to put our disjoynted Government into Frame and Order again, without any imaginable Probability, that He should come to fill an Empty Throne. His Actions since his being Possess'd of these Kingdoms, sufficiently manifest it to all the World, that 'twas neither Pride nor Ambition; otherwise he would never have undertook so Hazardous an Attempt, as was that of his coming hither, to Secure and Settle the Right of his Princess to the Crown, by making his Appeal to a Free Parliament, and to put our disjointed Government into Frame and Order again, without any imaginable Probability, that He should come to fill an Empty Throne. His Actions since his being Possessed of these Kingdoms, sufficiently manifest it to all the World, that 'twas neither Pride nor Ambition; av pns31 vmd av-x vhi vvn av j dt vvb, c-acp vbds d pp-f po31 vvg av, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n-jn pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc pc-acp vvi po12 j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 av, p-acp d j n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1. po31 n2 p-acp po31 vbg vvn pp-f d n2, av-j vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1, cst pn31|vbds av-dx n1 ccx n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 22
254 nor love of Ease and Empire, that prompted him to undertake our Deliverance, and Accept the Crown. nor love of Ease and Empire, that prompted him to undertake our Deliverance, and Accept the Crown. ccx n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, cc vvb dt n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 22
255 For since that, has he not expos'd his Life to Danger, as much, or more than ever he had done before? Has he not undergone the Greatest Fatigues imaginable, in Watchings and Tedious Marches, For since that, has he not exposed his Life to Danger, as much, or more than ever he had done before? Has he not undergone the Greatest Fatigues imaginable, in Watchings and Tedious Marches, p-acp p-acp d, vhz pns31 xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp d, cc av-dc cs av pns31 vhd vdn a-acp? vhz pns31 xx vvn dt js n2 j, p-acp n2-vvg cc j n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 22
256 and liv'd in a continual hurry of Business ever since? Men who only Design their own Profit and Advantage, give over Trading when they have acquir'd a Plentifull Estate; and lived in a continual hurry of Business ever since? Men who only Design their own Profit and Advantage, give over Trading when they have acquired a Plentiful Estate; cc vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 av a-acp? np1 r-crq av-j n1 po32 d n1 cc n1, vvb a-acp n-vvg c-crq pns32 vhb vvn dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
257 that they may Enjoy themselves in Ease, and Pleasure, and Quiet. that they may Enjoy themselves in Ease, and Pleasure, and Quiet. cst pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp n1, cc n1, cc j-jn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
258 They then Retire from the Noisy Clutter of the City and Exchange, and take some satisfaction in thinking how others scramble for that, of which they have now, with Care and Industry got enough: They then Retire from the Noisy Clutter of the city and Exchange, and take Some satisfaction in thinking how Others scramble for that, of which they have now, with Care and Industry god enough: pns32 av vvb p-acp dt j np1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, cc vvb d n1 p-acp vvg c-crq n2-jn vvb p-acp d, pp-f r-crq pns32 vhb av, p-acp n1 cc n1 vvd av-d: (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
259 but the Acquisition of Three Kingdoms does only Inspirit and Invigorate our King for Greater Undertakings; but the Acquisition of Three Kingdoms does only Inspirit and Invigorate our King for Greater Undertakings; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2 vdz av-j vvi cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp jc n2-vvg; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
260 that, by the help of God, he might be the Deliverer of other Nations, as well as of these Kingdoms: For it is plain he does not so much Delight to wear a Crown as to Deserve it. that, by the help of God, he might be the Deliverer of other nations, as well as of these Kingdoms: For it is plain he does not so much Delight to wear a Crown as to Deserve it. cst, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, c-acp av c-acp pp-f d n2: p-acp pn31 vbz j pns31 vdz xx av av-d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
261 Whilst others spend their flying, and Precious Hours amidst all the Softning Divertisements, and Entertainments of a Splendid Court; He chuses to tread the Rugged, While Others spend their flying, and Precious Hours amid all the Softening Divertisements, and Entertainments of a Splendid Court; He chooses to tread the Rugged, cs n2-jn vvb po32 n-vvg, cc j n2 p-acp d dt j-vvg n2, cc n2 pp-f dt j vvb; pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
262 but more Noble Paths, which lead to True Glory and Immortal Honour: in shunning no Opportunity of setting a Gallant Army a Brave Example of Heroick Courage, but more Noble Paths, which led to True Glory and Immortal Honour: in shunning no Opportunity of setting a Gallant Army a Brave Exampl of Heroic Courage, cc-acp av-dc j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp j n1 cc j n1: p-acp vvg dx n1 pp-f vvg dt j-jn n1 dt j n1 pp-f j n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
263 and Undaunted Magnanimity, of Prudent Conduct, and Inimitable Valour; by too much Exposing his Sacred Person to the Common Danger upon all Occasions. and Undaunted Magnanimity, of Prudent Conduct, and Inimitable Valour; by too much Exposing his Sacred Person to the Common Danger upon all Occasions. cc j n1, pp-f j vvb, cc j n1; p-acp av av-d vvg po31 j n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
264 And notwithstanding He has never declin'd to Engage the Enemy, upon Apparent Disadvantage, and Unequal Number, And notwithstanding He has never declined to Engage the Enemy, upon Apparent Disadvantage, and Unequal Number, cc c-acp pns31 vhz av-x vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp j n1, cc j-u n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
265 yet the Watchfull Providence of God has Protected and Defended Him in a more than Ordinary Manner. yet the Watchful Providence of God has Protected and Defended Him in a more than Ordinary Manner. av dt j n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
266 When so many Instruments of Death have flown so Thick about Him, that some of them have gently wounded Him; When so many Instruments of Death have flown so Thick about Him, that Some of them have gently wounded Him; c-crq av d n2 pp-f n1 vhb vvn av j p-acp pno31, cst d pp-f pno32 vhi av-j vvn pno31; (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 23
267 yet none of them have had Power to touch his Life, for which extraordinary Mercy Gods holy Name be prais'd. yet none of them have had Power to touch his Life, for which extraordinary Mercy God's holy Name be praised. av pix pp-f pno32 vhb vhn n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp r-crq j n1 npg1 j n1 vbi vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 24
268 I could willingly dwell longer upon this copious and delightfull Theme, if the Time would give me leave; I could willingly dwell longer upon this copious and delightful Theme, if the Time would give me leave; pns11 vmd av-j vvi av-jc p-acp d j cc j n1, cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno11 vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 24
269 but I think enough has been said to convince an unprejudic'd Mind, that both He and the Cause in which he is engag'd are Righteous: but I think enough has been said to convince an unprejudiced Mind, that both He and the Cause in which he is engaged Are Righteous: cc-acp pns11 vvb d vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cst d pns31 cc dt vvb p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn vbr j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 24
270 and if so, it nearly concerns every True Englishman and Protestant of the Church of England to wish well to it, and if so, it nearly concerns every True Englishman and Protestant of the Church of England to wish well to it, cc cs av, pn31 av-j vvz d j np1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 24
271 and to pray to God to prosper it with Good Success; and to pray to God to prosper it with Good Success; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 24
272 and that this War may end in a firm and lasting Peace, to the Glory of God, and that this War may end in a firm and lasting Peace, to the Glory of God, cc cst d n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 24
273 and the Preservation and Prosperity of his Church. and the Preservation and Prosperity of his Church. cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 24
274 I must confess, next under God, I owe my comfortable Subsistance to Him, as I believe a great many more here present do, I must confess, next under God, I owe my comfortable Subsistence to Him, as I believe a great many more Here present do, pns11 vmb vvi, ord p-acp np1, pns11 vvb po11 j np1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns11 vvb dt j d dc av j vdb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 24
275 and therefore I do not onely think my self obliged to be inwardly gratefull and thankfull, and Therefore I do not only think my self obliged to be inwardly grateful and thankful, cc av pns11 vdb xx av-j vvi po11 n1 vvn pc-acp vbi av-j j cc j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 24
276 for the Ease and Safety, for the Freedom and Liberty of enjoying my Religion, without Disturbance; for the Ease and Safety, for the Freedom and Liberty of enjoying my Religion, without Disturbance; p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg po11 n1, p-acp n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 24
277 for the opportunity and pleasure of Study, and improvement in Learning, and all the other Advantages of a Retired and Academick Life, which I have already enjoy'd under their Majesties Auspicious Reign; but also openly to testifie my Gratitude to others, that they may be excited to an Acknowledgment of their Obligations to Him, for the opportunity and pleasure of Study, and improvement in Learning, and all the other Advantages of a Retired and Academic Life, which I have already enjoyed under their Majesties Auspicious Reign; but also openly to testify my Gratitude to Others, that they may be excited to an Acknowledgment of their Obligations to Him, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, cc d dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt vvn cc j-jn n1, r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp po32 n2 j vvi; p-acp av av-j pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp n2-jn, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 24
278 and may be stirred up to pray that God would continue these Mercies to us, which in all likelyhood he will not long do, and may be stirred up to pray that God would continue these mercies to us, which in all likelihood he will not long do, cc vmb vbi vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd vvi d n2 p-acp pno12, r-crq p-acp d n1 pns31 vmb xx av-j vdi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 24
279 if we be not Thankfull for those we have already receiv'd. Secondly, If the Righteous Man I am speaking of, be a Private Person; if we be not Thankful for those we have already received. Secondly, If the Righteous Man I am speaking of, be a Private Person; cs pns12 vbb xx j p-acp d pns12 vhb av vvn. ord, cs dt j n1 pns11 vbm vvg pp-f, vbb dt j n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 24
280 one who is entrusted with no Power, or Authority in the Administration of Publick Affairs, he will be cautious and wary of being Turbulent, one who is Entrusted with no Power, or authority in the Administration of Public Affairs, he will be cautious and wary of being Turbulent, pi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dx n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, pns31 vmb vbi j cc j pp-f vbg j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
281 and Factious against that Government which protects him: and Factious against that Government which protects him: cc j p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz pno31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
282 thô he may think he finds some Flaws, and observes some Miscarriages in it, or may look upon himself not to be obliged to comply with all its Laws and Injunctions. though he may think he finds Some Flaws, and observes Some Miscarriages in it, or may look upon himself not to be obliged to comply with all its Laws and Injunctions. cs pns31 vmb vvi pns31 vvz d n2, cc vvz d n2 p-acp pn31, cc vmb vvi p-acp px31 xx pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
283 He will not be over-hasty in Censuring and Condemning others, as if they had neither Reason nor Conscience on their side, He will not be overhasty in Censuring and Condemning Others, as if they had neither Reason nor Conscience on their side, pns31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp vvg cc vvg n2-jn, c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp po32 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
284 thô he cannot come up to the same Height of Complyance with them. though he cannot come up to the same Height of Compliance with them. cs pns31 vmbx vvi a-acp p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
285 A Man ought to have a care lest he forfeit his Claim to Prudence and Discretion, by abounding too much in his own Sense; A Man ought to have a care lest he forfeit his Claim to Prudence and Discretion, by abounding too much in his own Sense; dt n1 vmd pc-acp vhi dt n1 cs pns31 vvb po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg av av-d p-acp po31 d n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
286 and to suspect least his own Judgment misguide him, when it runs counter to the Publick Laws, which are establish'd and promulg'd by the Supreme Power, by the Concurrence and Authority of some of the Greatest, and to suspect lest his own Judgement misguide him, when it runs counter to the Public Laws, which Are established and promulged by the Supreme Power, by the Concurrence and authority of Some of the Greatest, cc pc-acp vvi cs po31 d n1 vvi pno31, c-crq pn31 vvz j p-acp dt j n2, r-crq vbr vvd cc vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d pp-f dt js, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
287 and Wisest, and most Religious Men of the Nation: and Wisest, and most Religious Men of the nation: cc js, cc av-ds j n2 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
288 and in Modesty and Charity believe that other Men, from whom he differs in Opinion, act upon Principles of Reason and Conscience as well as himself. and in Modesty and Charity believe that other Men, from whom he differs in Opinion, act upon Principles of Reason and Conscience as well as himself. cc p-acp n1 cc n1 vvb d j-jn n2, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 c-acp av c-acp px31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
289 So that thô it does not belong to me to condemn those, who after an impartial Examination of the Arguments on both Sides, are sincerely persuaded in their Consciences, that they cannot Comply with Taking the Oaths; for to their own Master they must stand or fall, provided they demean themselves modestly and peaceably, who submit to it as far as they can, So that though it does not belong to me to condemn those, who After an impartial Examination of the Arguments on both Sides, Are sincerely persuaded in their Consciences, that they cannot Comply with Taking the Oaths; for to their own Master they must stand or fallen, provided they demean themselves modestly and peaceably, who submit to it as Far as they can, av cst cs pn31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi d, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp d n2, vbr av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp vvg dt n2; p-acp p-acp po32 d n1 pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi, vvd pns32 vvb px32 av-j cc av-j, r-crq vvb p-acp pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
290 and do not obstinately set themselves against it: and do not obstinately Set themselves against it: cc vdb xx av-j vvi px32 p-acp pn31: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
291 yet I think, without being guilty of Censoriousness and rash Judging, I may condemn those who are Turbulent, and Factious, and Seditious; yet I think, without being guilty of Censoriousness and rash Judging, I may condemn those who Are Turbulent, and Factious, and Seditious; av pns11 vvb, p-acp vbg j pp-f n1 cc j n-vvg, pns11 vmb vvi d r-crq vbr j, cc j, cc j; (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
292 especially if they profess themselves to be Members of the Church of England; who have all the Reason in the world to stand Neuters, at least, especially if they profess themselves to be Members of the Church of England; who have all the Reason in the world to stand Neuters, At least, av-j cs pns32 vvb px32 pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; r-crq vhb d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, p-acp ds, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
293 if they think themselves obliged not to be Actors under This Government. if they think themselves obliged not to be Actors under This Government. cs pns32 vvb px32 vvn xx pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp d n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
294 For certainly, however such a Man may think himself obliged to be Passive and Ʋnactive under This Government, one can scarcely imagin how any one, who wishes well to the Church and Nation, can let •his Humour so far prevail above his Reason, For Certainly, however such a Man may think himself obliged to be Passive and Ʋnactive under This Government, one can scarcely imagine how any one, who wishes well to the Church and nation, can let •his Humour so Far prevail above his Reason, p-acp av-j, c-acp d dt n1 vmb vvi px31 vvn pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp d n1, pi vmb av-j vvi c-crq d pi, r-crq vvz av p-acp dt n1 cc n1, vmb vvi fw-la n1 av av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
295 as to think himself bound in Conscience to be Active in pulling of it down: because, in all likelyhood, our Religion and Liberties must fall with it. as to think himself bound in Conscience to be Active in pulling of it down: Because, in all likelihood, our Religion and Liberties must fallen with it. c-acp pc-acp vvi px31 vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp vvg pp-f pn31 a-acp: c-acp, p-acp d n1, po12 n1 cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
296 For howsoever he may flatter himself with the Hopes of finding more than ordinary Favour under another Revolution, For howsoever he may flatter himself with the Hope's of finding more than ordinary Favour under Another Revolution, p-acp c-acp pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt ng1 pp-f vvg av-dc cs j n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
297 yet, if he keeps firm to his Religion, he may chance to be deceived: yet, if he keeps firm to his Religion, he may chance to be deceived: av, cs pns31 vvz j p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
298 But suppose he be not, but that some distinguishing Note of Honour, or Preferment be conferr'd upon him, But suppose he be not, but that Some distinguishing Note of Honour, or Preferment be conferred upon him, cc-acp vvb pns31 vbb xx, cc-acp cst d j-vvg n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
299 for Adhering so stedfastly to the late K. yet, after all, he must be an Unnatural Son, who can rejoyce, for Adhering so steadfastly to the late K. yet, After all, he must be an Unnatural Son, who can rejoice, p-acp vvg av av-j p-acp dt j n1 av, c-acp d, pns31 vmb vbi dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi, (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
300 and take Satisfaction in his Own, and a Few others Safety and Advancement, whilest he beholds his Mother the Church of England depress'd and torn in pieces. and take Satisfaction in his Own, and a Few Others Safety and Advancement, whilst he beholds his Mother the Church of England depressed and torn in Pieces. cc vvb n1 p-acp po31 d, cc dt d ng1-jn n1 cc n1, cs pns31 vvz po31 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn cc vvn p-acp n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 26
301 Thirdly, The Righteous Man who has sworn Fidelity to their Present Majesties, thinks himself in Conscience obliged to observe his Oath; Thirdly, The Righteous Man who has sworn Fidis to their Present Majesties, thinks himself in Conscience obliged to observe his Oath; ord, dt j n1 r-crq vhz vvn n1 p-acp po32 j n2, vvz px31 p-acp n1 vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 26
302 because he took it in Sincerity and Truth, and in the Integrity of his Heart. Because he took it in Sincerity and Truth, and in the Integrity of his Heart. c-acp pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 27
303 He did not with him mentioned in the Tragoedian, keep his Mind unsworn whilest he swore with his Tongue: He did not with him mentioned in the Tragedian, keep his Mind unsworn whilst he swore with his Tongue: pns31 vdd xx p-acp pno31 vvd p-acp dt n1, vvb po31 n1 j-vvn cs pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 27
304 but he then acted the part of an honest Man in Taking the Oath, as he now does in Making his Words and Actions sutable, but he then acted the part of an honest Man in Taking the Oath, as he now does in Making his Words and Actions suitable, cc-acp pns31 av vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1, c-acp pns31 av vdz p-acp vvg po31 n2 cc n2 j, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 27
305 and conformable to what he then did. and conformable to what he then did. cc j p-acp r-crq pns31 av vdd. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 27
306 He cannot but wonder at the Indiscretion, and Inconfistancy, as well as sinfull Folly of those, who having taken the Oath to K. W. and Q. M. are still as much Enemies to the Present Government as if they had not; He cannot but wonder At the Indiscretion, and Inconfistancy, as well as sinful Folly of those, who having taken the Oath to K. W. and Q. M. Are still as much Enemies to the Present Government as if they had not; pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc n1, c-acp av c-acp j n1 pp-f d, r-crq vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 np1 cc np1 n1 vbr av p-acp d n2 p-acp dt j n1 c-acp cs pns32 vhd xx; (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 27
307 and bespatter it with more odious Reflections, and fly Insinuations than some Others, who have not Sworn: and bespatter it with more odious Reflections, and fly Insinuations than Some Others, who have not Sworn: cc vvb pn31 p-acp av-dc j n2, cc vvi n2 cs d n2-jn, r-crq vhb xx vvn: (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 27
308 this is so open, and palpable a piece of Hypocrisie, and such plain and downright Dissimulation, that certainly those Men who are Conscious to themselves of being Guilty this way, can never, at the same time, be so vain as to entertain any hopes of being Recorded in History, this is so open, and palpable a piece of Hypocrisy, and such plain and downright Dissimulation, that Certainly those Men who Are Conscious to themselves of being Guilty this Way, can never, At the same time, be so vain as to entertain any hope's of being Recorded in History, d vbz av j, cc j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d j cc j n1, cst av-j d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp px32 pp-f vbg j d n1, vmb av-x, p-acp dt d n1, vbb av j c-acp pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 27
309 for Men of Fidelity, Integrity and Honour. for Men of Fidis, Integrity and Honour. c-acp n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 27
310 For whilest they think to save Themselves, by Trimming on both Sides, and to gain the Reputation of prudent and wary Men, they really loose the good Esteem of both Parties; For whilst they think to save Themselves, by Trimming on both Sides, and to gain the Reputation of prudent and wary Men, they really lose the good Esteem of both Parties; c-acp cs pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi px32, p-acp vvg p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, pns32 av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n2; (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 27
311 neither of which will think it safe to trust them with any Secret of Moment, or Business of Concern, for fear of being Betray'd. neither of which will think it safe to trust them with any Secret of Moment, or Business of Concern, for Fear of being Betrayed. av-dx pp-f r-crq vmb vvi pn31 j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n-jn pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f vvb, p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 27
312 So that, in my Judgment, they have as little Reason as any to hope for Advancement, So that, in my Judgement, they have as little Reason as any to hope for Advancement, av cst, p-acp po11 n1, pns32 vhb p-acp j n1 c-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 27
313 and a Favourable Reception, if the Face of Affairs, and the Scene of Government should change again. and a Favourable Reception, if the Face of Affairs, and the Scene of Government should change again. cc dt j n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 27
314 To be firm and steady to a Principle we have Espous'd, when there is no apparent Wickedness in it, To be firm and steady to a Principle we have Espoused, when there is no apparent Wickedness in it, pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb vvn, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp pn31, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 28
315 nor any notorious Evil and Inconvenience consequent upon it, is worthy of Praise and Commendation. nor any notorious Evil and Inconvenience consequent upon it, is worthy of Praise and Commendation. ccx d j n-jn cc n1 j p-acp pn31, vbz j pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 28
316 But to appear in one Dress to the World, and in another behind the Curtain, is to act the part of a Stage-Player, and not of a sincere and honest Man. Faithfulness and Sincerity in our Words and Actions, in our Oaths and Promises, in our Bargains and Contracts, are the main Ingredients that compound a Righteous and Honest Man. Thus the Psalmist in the 15th Psalm describing a Good Man, who is fixt upon Mount Zion, and never shall be moved, introduces his Character with this Question, Lord who shall abide in thy Tabernacle? who shall rest in thy Holy Hill? to which he thus replys, He that walketh uprightly, and worketh Righteousness, But to appear in one Dress to the World, and in Another behind the Curtain, is to act the part of a Stage-Player, and not of a sincere and honest Man. Faithfulness and Sincerity in our Words and Actions, in our Oaths and Promises, in our Bargains and Contracts, Are the main Ingredients that compound a Righteous and Honest Man. Thus the Psalmist in the 15th Psalm describing a Good Man, who is fixed upon Mount Zion, and never shall be moved, introduces his Character with this Question, Lord who shall abide in thy Tabernacle? who shall rest in thy Holy Hill? to which he thus replies, He that walks uprightly, and works Righteousness, p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp j-jn p-acp dt n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc xx pp-f dt j cc j n1 n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, p-acp po12 n2 cc vvz, p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, vbr dt j n2 cst vvb dt j cc j n1 av dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 vvg dt j n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, cc av-x vmb vbi vvn, vvz po31 n1 p-acp d n1, n1 r-crq vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1? q-crq vmb vvi p-acp po21 j n1? p-acp r-crq pns31 av vvz, pns31 cst vvz av-j, cc vvz n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 28
317 and speaketh the Truth in his Heart, he that backbiteth not with his Tongue, nor doth Evil to his Neighbour, in whose eyes a Vile Person is contemned, and speaks the Truth in his Heart, he that backbiteth not with his Tongue, nor does Evil to his Neighbour, in whose eyes a Vile Person is contemned, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 cst vvz xx p-acp po31 n1, ccx vdz av-jn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp rg-crq n2 dt j n1 vbz vvn, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 28
318 but he honoureth them that fear the Lord, he that Sweareth to his own hurt and Changeth not. but he Honoureth them that Fear the Lord, he that Sweareth to his own hurt and Changes not. cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 cst vvb dt n1, pns31 cst vvz p-acp po31 d n1 cc vvz xx. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 28
319 But perhaps, some may say, this last Verse might have been more aptly apply'd to Those, who refuse to comply with the Present Government, upon the account of Former Oaths, taken to the late K. To which I answer with Bishop Sanderson, who is acknowledg'd by all to be an Excellent Casuist: But perhaps, Some may say, this last Verse might have been more aptly applied to Those, who refuse to comply with the Present Government, upon the account of Former Oaths, taken to the late K. To which I answer with Bishop Sanderson, who is acknowledged by all to be an Excellent Casuist: p-acp av, d vmb vvi, d ord n1 vmd vhi vbn av-dc av-j vvn p-acp d, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1 np1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d pc-acp vbi dt j n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 28
320 That the Bond of an Oath is dissolv'd, when the Matter of it ceases, or any notable Change is made concerning the Principal Cause of the Oath: That the Bound of an Oath is dissolved, when the Matter of it ceases, or any notable Change is made Concerning the Principal Cause of the Oath: cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn, c-crq dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz, cc d j n1 vbz vvn vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 28
321 For the Matter is to be thought to cease, when the State of things between the Time of Swearing, For the Matter is to be Thought to cease, when the State of things between the Time of Swearing, c-acp dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 29
322 and the Time of Fulfilling, is so chang'd, that if that state of Affairs which afterwards follow'd, could have been foreseen by him that Swore, he would not have Sworn at all. In short he answers thus: and the Time of Fulfilling, is so changed, that if that state of Affairs which afterwards followed, could have been foreseen by him that Swore, he would not have Sworn At all. In short he answers thus: cc dt n1 pp-f vvg, vbz av vvn, cst cs d n1 pp-f n2 r-crq av vvd, vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp pno31 cst vvd, pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp d. p-acp j pns31 vvz av: (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 29
323 That the Matter of an Oath, or Vow, or Promise ceasing, the Obligation to them does likewise cease; That the Matter of an Oath, or Voelli, or Promise ceasing, the Obligation to them does likewise cease; cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb, cc vvb vvg, dt n1 p-acp pno32 vdz av vvi; (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 29
324 as in Natural and Artificial things, the Matter being Deficient, there is a Necessity that the Action of the Agent should likewise cease. as in Natural and Artificial things, the Matter being Deficient, there is a Necessity that the Actium of the Agent should likewise cease. c-acp p-acp j cc j n2, dt n1 vbg j, pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd av vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 29
325 For Fire cannot burn, if there be no Combustible matter; nor a Carpenter make a Scaffold if he has no Wood. For Fire cannot burn, if there be no Combustible matter; nor a Carpenter make a Scaffold if he has no Wood. p-acp n1 vmbx vvi, cs pc-acp vbb dx j n1; ccx dt n1 vvi dt n1 cs pns31 vhz dx n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 29
326 To conclude, the Righteous Man in this respect also excelleth his Neighbour, because he prayeth for the Peace and Prosperity of Jerusalem; that is, To conclude, the Righteous Man in this respect also excels his Neighbour, Because he Prayeth for the Peace and Prosperity of Jerusalem; that is, pc-acp vvi, dt j n1 p-acp d n1 av vvz po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; cst vbz, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 29
327 for the Safety and Welfare of the Church and Nation whereof he is a Member; for the Safety and Welfare of the Church and nation whereof he is a Member; p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 c-crq pns31 vbz dt n1; (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 29
328 and does not rejoyce and triumph in the sad Accidents and Disasters, which may happen unto them, and does not rejoice and triumph in the sad Accidents and Disasters, which may happen unto them, cc vdz xx vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j n2 cc n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno32, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 29
329 and which may tend to their Subversion and Ruin. and which may tend to their Subversion and Ruin. cc r-crq vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 29
330 He looks upon it as a piece of Inhumanity not common amongst the most Unciviliz'd People, to be devoid of all Compassion and Fellow-feeling toward his Countreymen, Confederates, He looks upon it as a piece of Inhumanity not Common among the most Uncivilized People, to be devoid of all Compassion and Fellow-feeling towards his Countrymen, Confederates, pns31 vvz p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 xx j p-acp dt av-ds vvn n1, pc-acp vbi j pp-f d n1 cc j p-acp po31 n2, n2, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 29
331 and Fellow-Protestants abroad, when they suffer Afflictions, Losses and Calamities: and Fellow-Protestants abroad, when they suffer Afflictions, Losses and Calamities: cc n2 av, c-crq pns32 vvb n2, n2 cc n2: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 29
332 and therefore cannot but stand amaz'd at the folly of those, who exult with joy at their own Destruction, which must necessarily be involv'd in that of the whole Nation, which God of his infinite Mercy avert. and Therefore cannot but stand amazed At the folly of those, who exult with joy At their own Destruction, which must necessarily be involved in that of the Whole nation, which God of his infinite Mercy avert. cc av vmbx cc-acp vvi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq vvb p-acp n1 p-acp po32 d n1, r-crq vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f dt j-jn n1, r-crq n1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvi. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 29
333 This is as great at Instance of folly and indiscretion, as if a Man should rejoyce when his Neighbours house was on Fire, This is as great At Instance of folly and indiscretion, as if a Man should rejoice when his Neighbours house was on Fire, d vbz a-acp j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp cs dt n1 vmd vvi c-crq po31 ng1 n1 vbds p-acp n1, (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 30
334 thô his own stood the next to be devour'd by the approaching Flames. though his own stood the next to be devoured by the approaching Flames. cs po31 d vvd dt ord pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 30
335 O pray for the Peace of our Jerusalem, they shall prosper that love her, Peace be within her Walls and Plenteousness within her Palaces. Oh pray for the Peace of our Jerusalem, they shall prosper that love her, Peace be within her Walls and Plenteousness within her Palaces. uh vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 np1, pns32 vmb vvi d n1 pno31, n1 vbb p-acp po31 n2 cc n1 p-acp po31 n2. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 30
336 What remains then, but that we all aspire after those things which are truly Praise-worthy: What remains then, but that we all aspire After those things which Are truly Praiseworthy: q-crq vvz av, cc-acp cst pns12 d vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr av-j j: (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 30
337 and endeavour to excell one another in Righteousness and Holiness here, that we may be receiv'd into the Habitations of Everlasting Bliss and Glory hereafter. and endeavour to excel one Another in Righteousness and Holiness Here, that we may be received into the Habitations of Everlasting Bliss and Glory hereafter. cc vvb pc-acp vvi pi j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1 av, cst pns12 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1 av. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 30
338 Which God of his infinite Mercy grant, for Jesus Christ his sake. Amen. FINIS. Which God of his infinite Mercy grant, for jesus christ his sake. Amen. FINIS. r-crq np1 pp-f po31 j n1 vvi, c-acp np1 np1 po31 n1. uh-n. fw-la. (4) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 30

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4 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Diegen. Laert. in Vita Aristip. p. 134. ed. Amstel. . Diegen. Laertes in Vita Aristip. p. 134. ed. Amstel. . np1. np1 p-acp fw-la vvi. n1 crd n1 n1.
10 0 C. 1. p. 5. C. 1. p. 5. np1 crd n1 crd
34 0 Josh. 10.12. Josh. 10.12. np1 crd.
34 1 Dan. c 3. Dan. c 3. np1 sy crd
38 0 Gen 22 Gen 22 fw-la crd
41 0 Exod. 3.22.12.35, 36. Exod 3.22.12.35, 36. np1 crd, crd
48 0 Cum Hebraei diu servnssent Aegyptiis, multisque ab iis affecti fulssent injurits, voluit Deus, eis mercedem servitutis suae & injariarum rependere. Id etiam notavit Auter libri Sapientiae Cap. 10. v. 17. reddens sanctis mercedem sanctitatis laborum suorum deducit eos via mirabili &c. Rivet. in Cap. 12. Exod. To the same purpose Irenaeus c. 49. l. 4. Lege Naturae, quae ex ipsa deminii natura ac vi sequitur, dupliciter fit alienatic, expletione juris & succeshone. Expletione Juris fit alienatic, quoties id quod meum nendum est, sed mihi dari debet, aut lcco rei meae, aut mihi debitae, cum eam ipsam consequi non possum, aliud tantundem valens accipio, ab eo qui rem meam detinet, vel mihi debet. Nam Justitia expletri•• in quoties ad idem non potest pertingere fertur ad tantundem, quod ex merali aestimatione idem. Grot. de Jure Belii & Pac. Lib 2 c. 7. V. Annot. § 2. Cum Hebrews Diu servnssent Aegyptiis, multisque ab iis affection fulssent injurits, voluit Deus, eis mercedem servitutis suae & injariarum rependere. Id etiam notavit Auter Libri Sapientiae Cap. 10. v. 17. reddens sanctis mercedem sanctitatis laborum suorum deducit eos via mirabili etc. Rivet. in Cap. 12. Exod To the same purpose Irnaeus c. 49. l. 4. Lege Naturae, Quae ex ipsa deminii Nature ac vi sequitur, dupliciter fit alienatic, expletione Juris & succeshone. Expletione Juris fit alienatic, How often id quod meum nendum est, sed mihi dari debet, Or lcco rei meae, Or mihi debitae, cum eam ipsam consequi non possum, Aliud Tantundem Valens accipio, ab eo qui remembering meam detinet, vel mihi debet. Nam Justitia expletri•• in How often ad idem non potest pertingere fertur ad Tantundem, quod ex merali estimation idem. Grot. de Jure Belii & Pac. Lib 2 c. 7. V. Annot § 2. vvb np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la n2, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 n1 fw-la np1 crd n1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la av np1. p-acp np1 crd np1 p-acp dt d n1 np1 sy. crd n1 crd fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 j-jn, fw-la fw-la cc vvn. fw-la fw-la n1 j-jn, n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvn fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la vvg fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la n1 p-acp n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. np1 fw-fr fw-la np1 cc np1 np1 crd sy. crd np1 np1 § crd
52 0 V•B. of Werces. Letter to a Deist p. 127 Concub••tus tunc nuptiae erant, & concubina etiam uxor h•bit•. Selden de Jure not. & Gent. l. 5. c. 7. See more in Selden of this matter. Ambae viz. Cethura & Hagar, & Ʋxores Abrahae & Concubinae sunt appellatae, August. de Civit•t. Dei, l. 16. c. 34 v. Gen 16.3.25. 1. compared with v. 6. V•B. of Werces. letter to a Deist p. 127 Concub••tus tunc Nuptiae Erant, & Concubine etiam uxor h•bit•. Selden de Jure not. & Gent. l. 5. c. 7. See more in Selden of this matter. Ambae viz. Cethura & Hagar, & Ʋxores Abraham & Concubine sunt appellatae, August. de Civit•t. Dei, l. 16. c. 34 v. Gen 16.3.25. 1. compared with v. 6. np1. pp-f vvz. n1 p-acp dt np1 n1 crd fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. np1 vdb vvi xx. cc n1 n1 crd sy. crd vvb av-dc p-acp np1 pp-f d n1. np1 n1 np1 cc np1, cc n2 np1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1. fw-fr fw-fr. fw-la, n1 crd sy. crd n1 fw-la crd. crd vvn p-acp n1 crd
53 0 Mat 5.32. 1 Cor. 7.4. Mathew 5.32. 1 Cor. 7.4. n1 crd. crd np1 crd.
62 0 Si populorum jussis, si principum decretis, si sententiis Judicum, Jura constituerentur: Jus esset latrcomarit Jus adulterare, Jus testamenta falsa suppenere, si haec suffragiis, aut scitis multitudinis probarentur. atquînos legem bonam à mala nulla alia nisi naturali normâ dividere possumus, Cicero de Legib. l. 1o. Si populorum jussis, si Principum decretis, si Sententiis Judicum, Jura constituerentur: Jus esset latrcomarit Jus adulterare, Jus Testament Falsa suppenere, si haec suffragiis, Or Know multitudinis probarentur. atquînos legem Good à mala nulla Alias nisi naturali normâ dividere possumus, Cicero de Legib l. 1o. fw-mi fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 fw-la: fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 fw-fr np1 n1 av.
80 0 Gen. 1.31. Gen. 1.31. np1 crd.
128 0 Luke 6.36. Luke 6.36. np1 crd.
128 1 Levit. 11.44. Levit. 11.44. np1 crd.
137 0 Greatness of Mind promoted by Christianity p. 9. Greatness of Mind promoted by Christianity p. 9. n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp np1 n1 crd
158 0 2 Rom. 14.18. 2 Rom. 14.18. crd np1 crd.
165 0 1 Sam. 2.30. 1 Sam. 2.30. vvd np1 crd.
166 0 Prov. 15.5. Psal. 11. v. 7. Curae 15.5. Psalm 11. v. 7. np1 crd. np1 crd n1 crd
178 0 Primum Justitiae officium est Deum cognescere ut parentem, eùmqae metuere ut Dominum, diligere ut patrem. Secundum Justitiae officium est hominem agnoscere velut fratrem. Lactant. Epit. p. 685. Ed. Oxon. Primum Justitiae officium est God cognescere ut parentem, eùmqae metuere ut Dominum, diligere ut patrem. Secundum Justitiae officium est hominem agnoscere velut fratrem. Lactant. Epitome p. 685. Ed. Oxford fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 np1 n1 crd np1 np1
185 0 Omnium, quae in docterum hominum disputatione versantur, nibil est prefectò praestabiliue, quàm planè intelligi nos ad Justitiā esse natos; Neque opinione; sed natura constitutum esse Jus. M. Tull. lib. 1. de leg. p. 326. Ed. Lamb. Omnium, Quae in docterum hominum disputation versantur, Nobil est prefectò praestabiliue, quàm planè intelligi nos ad Justitiā esse natos; Neque opinion; sed Nature constitutum esse Jus. M. Tull. lib. 1. the leg. p. 326. Ed. Lamb. np1, fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la av, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la; fw-la n1; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. n1 np1 n1. crd dt n1. n1 crd np1 n1.
187 0 Mat. 7.12. Mathew 7.12. np1 crd.
201 0 Eccles 7.16. Eccles 7.16. np1 crd.
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319 0 Tunc enim cessasse materiam censendum est cum rerum slatus inter tempus jurandi, & tempus adimplend•ta immutatus est, at si quo temporejurabatur praevideri potuisset is qui pestea insecutus est rerum status, non omnino juratum fuisset. Respondetur breviter, cessante juramenti, voti, aut promissionis materiâ cessare simul ejusdem & Obligationem quēadmedum in naturalibus & art•fi•alibus, desiciente materi• deficere necesse est & actionem agentis, nec en•m potest ignis urere, si desit materia combusiibilis: nec Faber, ni adsint ligna, scamnum facere. de Juram. Oblig. Praelect. 7. •as. 60. Tunc enim cessasse Materiam censendum est cum rerum slatus inter Tempus jurandi, & Tempus adimplend•ta immutatus est, At si quo temporejurabatur praevideri potuisset is qui pestea insecutus est rerum status, non Omnino juratum fuisset. Respondetur Briefly, Cessante Juramenti, voti, Or promissionis materiâ cessare simul ejusdem & Obligationem quēadmedum in Naturalibus & art•fi•alibus, desiciente materi• deficere Necessary est & actionem agentis, nec en•m potest ignis urere, si desit materia combusiibilis: nec Faber, ni adsint Ligna, scamnum facere. de Juram. Oblige. Praelect. 7. •as. 60. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vbz fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-fr uh fw-la fw-la. fw-la n1, j fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la cc fw-la, j n1 fw-la n1 fw-la cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la vvi fw-la fw-la: fw-la np1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. fw-fr fw-la. vvi. j. crd vbds. crd