then the creating, and fomenting an Opinion in the world, that Religion is an enemy to Government, and the bringing Sincerity, and Zeal in Religion into jealousie,
then the creating, and fomenting an Opinion in the world, that Religion is an enemy to Government, and the bringing Sincerity, and Zeal in Religion into jealousy,
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It was by this Jealousie, blown into the heads of the High-Priests, and the Sanhedrim amongst the Iews, and of Herod, and Pontius Pilate, that Christ himself (the Captain of our Salvation, the Authour, and Finisher of our Faith ) was accused, condemned, and executed on a Tree.
It was by this Jealousy, blown into the Heads of the High priests, and the Sanhedrim among the Iews, and of Herod, and Pontius Pilate, that christ himself (the Captain of our Salvation, the Author, and Finisher of our Faith) was accused, condemned, and executed on a Tree.
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It was through this Fancie, that the Christians, for three hundred years together, endured the rage of Heathen Emperours; being destitute, afflicted, and tormented.
It was through this Fancy, that the Christians, for three hundred Years together, endured the rage of Heathen emperors; being destitute, afflicted, and tormented.
and a Non-conformist to the Religion, and Laws of his Country. The Apostles were charged as disturbers of the publick peace, with turning the world upside down.
and a Nonconformist to the Religion, and Laws of his Country. The Apostles were charged as disturbers of the public peace, with turning the world upside down.
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The Primitive Christians were accounted Enemies to the Common-wealth, adverse, and malevolent to the Empire: and the Christian Religion it self was bruited,
The Primitive Christians were accounted Enemies to the Commonwealth, adverse, and malevolent to the Empire: and the Christian Religion it self was bruited,
and surmised to have something in it offensive, and dangerous to the Civil Government; as appears not onely by the Edicts of Heathen Emperours, but also by the Apologies of Clemens Alexandrinus in his fourth Book, Iustin Martyr, Tertullian, Athenagoras, &c.
and surmised to have something in it offensive, and dangerous to the Civil Government; as appears not only by the Edicts of Heathen emperors, but also by the Apologies of Clemens Alexandrian in his fourth Book, Justin Martyr, Tertullian, Athenagoras, etc.
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nay to our own, we shall finde the Devil still managing the same pretense, carrying on the same Anti-Christian Mysterie of Iniquity, which began to work in the time of our Lord Christ, and his Apostles.
nay to our own, we shall find the devil still managing the same pretense, carrying on the same Antichristian Mystery of Iniquity, which began to work in the time of our Lord christ, and his Apostles.
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Those, that profess to know the Arcanum Imperii, and publickly proclaim themselves to the world to be qualified for Molders of Commonwealths, and Dictatours to Princes, are the Writers of Politicks; Machiavel abroad, and others nearer home:
Those, that profess to know the Arcanum Imperii, and publicly proclaim themselves to the world to be qualified for Moulders of Commonwealths, and Dictators to Princes, Are the Writers of Politics; Machiavel abroad, and Others nearer home:
some of these, pretending Discoveries of things unknown to all our Fathers, if they be strictly analysed, will be found to resolve their whole Mysterie into this one pretense;
Some of these, pretending Discoveries of things unknown to all our Father's, if they be strictly analyse, will be found to resolve their Whole Mystery into this one pretense;
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that Religion, in the height, and exaltation of it, is prejudicial to Policy; and that, to be a thorow-paced, a sincere and zealous Christian, is to be dangerous to the State.
that Religion, in the height, and exaltation of it, is prejudicial to Policy; and that, to be a thoroughpaced, a sincere and zealous Christian, is to be dangerous to the State.
As the remedy for which evil, they have thought fit, and necessary, to enervate the Principles of all Religion so far as to remove the Doctrine of Cood and Evil, the Immortality of the Soul, the Rewards and Punishments of the world to come; that so Religion may appear wholy to derive from Policy.
As the remedy for which evil, they have Thought fit, and necessary, to enervate the Principles of all Religion so Far as to remove the Doctrine of Cood and Evil, the Immortality of the Soul, the Rewards and Punishments of the world to come; that so Religion may appear wholly to derive from Policy.
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and secure acquisition, and enjoyment whereof, are entirely derived from the great, and everlasting Ordinance of Government) I am not now called to speak.
and secure acquisition, and enjoyment whereof, Are entirely derived from the great, and everlasting Ordinance of Government) I am not now called to speak.
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But surely it cannot be unnecessary to endeavour to state this Question, to search into the grounds of this pretense, to examine thorowly from whence all this clamour, these fears, and jealousies; whence all this mighty scandal hath arisen.
But surely it cannot be unnecessary to endeavour to state this Question, to search into the grounds of this pretense, to examine thoroughly from whence all this clamour, these fears, and jealousies; whence all this mighty scandal hath arisen.
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When the Iews contended with our Saviour, and opposed his Doctrine, he defired to bring the matter in question to a rational decision, Iohn x. The Question there was, Whether he were the Son of God. And he propounds them this fair NONLATINALPHABET Verse 37. If I do the works of my Father, believe me:
When the Iews contended with our Saviour, and opposed his Doctrine, he desired to bring the matter in question to a rational decision, John x. The Question there was, Whither he were the Son of God. And he propounds them this fair Verse 37. If I do the works of my Father, believe me:
let them employ their Wit, their Industry, their Logick, if any thing can be found in the Principles of Christianity, prejudicial to the power of just, and lawfull Magistrates; Nay moreover,
let them employ their Wit, their Industry, their Logic, if any thing can be found in the Principles of Christianity, prejudicial to the power of just, and lawful Magistrates; Nay moreover,
and firmer Principles, to secure them by more powerfull Obligations, to urge them upon men by more efficacious Motives of Rewards, and Punishments, then those are, which the very Foundations of Christianity do expresly propound:
and firmer Principles, to secure them by more powerful Obligations, to urge them upon men by more efficacious Motives of Rewards, and Punishments, then those Are, which the very Foundations of Christianity do expressly propound:
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As for the Foundations of our Religion; there are those, that tell us, that Christianity is founded upon Cephas (which is indeed by interpretation a Stone ) but the Apostle tells us ( Eph. ii. 20.) that we are built upon the Foundation of the Prophets,
As for the Foundations of our Religion; there Are those, that tell us, that Christianity is founded upon Cephas (which is indeed by Interpretation a Stone) but the Apostle tells us (Ephesians ii. 20.) that we Are built upon the Foundation of the prophets,
If any men, at any time, taking upon them the Sacred name of Christians, have swerved from the rule of their Profession, and (acting contrary to the Spirit of Christ) have made that Holy Name to be blasphemed;
If any men, At any time, taking upon them the Sacred name of Christians, have swerved from the Rule of their Profession, and (acting contrary to the Spirit of christ) have made that Holy Name to be blasphemed;
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it is reason, that they be esteemed the utter Enemies of Christianity, and that they themselves should bear their Condemnation: but to charge their Exorbitancies upon that Profession, which they have profaned,
it is reason, that they be esteemed the utter Enemies of Christianity, and that they themselves should bear their Condemnation: but to charge their Extravagancies upon that Profession, which they have profaned,
If, within the compass of those Foundations, which I have mentioned, be found any colour, or shadow of licence for any person whatsoever, upon any pretense whatsoever, to entrench upon the power of lawfull Magistrates; if any Warrant at all for open Rebellion, or privy Conspiracies; for Murthering, or deposing of Princes, or absolving Subjects from their Allegiance: then let Kings cease to be our nursing-Fathers, and Queens to be our nursing-Mothers; let David look to his own house; let the light of our Eys, the breath of our Nostrils, the Restorer of Religion, the Defender of our Faith look rather first to defend himself. It will then be reasonable to expect, that the Kings of the earth should stand up, and the Rulers take Councel together against the Lord,
If, within the compass of those Foundations, which I have mentioned, be found any colour, or shadow of licence for any person whatsoever, upon any pretense whatsoever, to entrench upon the power of lawful Magistrates; if any Warrant At all for open Rebellion, or privy Conspiracies; for Murdering, or deposing of Princes, or absolving Subject's from their Allegiance: then let Kings cease to be our Nursing fathers, and Queen's to be our Nursing mothers; let David look to his own house; let the Light of our Eyes, the breath of our Nostrils, the Restorer of Religion, the Defender of our Faith look rather First to defend himself. It will then be reasonable to expect, that the Kings of the earth should stand up, and the Rulers take Council together against the Lord,
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For if by the Principles of our Religion we are obliged to believe concerning the Books of the Old Testament, that they have been delivered by holy men of God, who spake,
For if by the Principles of our Religion we Are obliged to believe Concerning the Books of the Old Testament, that they have been Delivered by holy men of God, who spoke,
as they were moved by the Holy Ghost, 2 Pet. i. 21. then the Holy Ghost hath said, By me Kings reign, &c. Prov. viii. 15. If Christ be the Son of God; the Son of God hath said, Render to Caesar the things, which are Caesar's, Mat. xxii. 21. If the Holy Spirit did overshadow Peter, and the rest of the Apostles; then Peter, overshadowed,
as they were moved by the Holy Ghost, 2 Pet. i. 21. then the Holy Ghost hath said, By me Kings Reign, etc. Curae viii. 15. If christ be the Son of God; the Son of God hath said, Render to Caesar the things, which Are Caesar's, Mathew xxii. 21. If the Holy Spirit did overshadow Peter, and the rest of the Apostles; then Peter, overshadowed,
and filled with the Spirit, commands us in the Name of God to submit our selves to every Ordinance of man, 1 Pet. ii. 13. If Saint Paul were called to be an Apostle by the miraculous appearance of our Lord Christ after his Ascension, and was by him immediately instructed in the pure,
and filled with the Spirit, commands us in the Name of God to submit our selves to every Ordinance of man, 1 Pet. ii. 13. If Saint Paul were called to be an Apostle by the miraculous appearance of our Lord christ After his Ascension, and was by him immediately instructed in the pure,
and genuine spirit of Christianity; then Saint Paul's Theory concerning Government is an authentick Christian Theory, whereby the Doctrines, and practises of Christians are to be judged• and that Theory is delivered in the seven first Verses of this Chapter; Let every Soul be subject to the higher Powers, &c. And they, that resist, shall receive to themselves Damnation.
and genuine Spirit of Christianity; then Saint Paul's Theory Concerning Government is an authentic Christian Theory, whereby the Doctrines, and practises of Christians Are to be judged• and that Theory is Delivered in the seven First Verses of this Chapter; Let every Soul be Subject to the higher Powers, etc. And they, that resist, shall receive to themselves Damnation.
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because it is a brief, and comprehensive Scheme, whereby all Questions concerning Obedience, and Government, may, according to Christian Principles, be resolved.
Because it is a brief, and comprehensive Scheme, whereby all Questions Concerning obedience, and Government, may, according to Christian Principles, be resolved.
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Secondly, The Motives in the words following, which are taken from I. The Original, and Institution of Government; it is ordained of God: hence follows
Secondly, The Motives in the words following, which Are taken from I. The Original, and Institution of Government; it is ordained of God: hence follows
After all which the Apostle (like a legitimate Demonstratour, resumes his Proposition, and concludes it with an NONLATINALPHABET Verse 7. Render therefore to all their dues, tribute to whom tribute is due, custom to whom custom, fear to whom fear, honour to whom honour.
After all which the Apostle (like a legitimate Demonstrator, resumes his Proposition, and concludes it with an Verse 7. Render Therefore to all their dues, tribute to whom tribute is due, custom to whom custom, Fear to whom Fear, honour to whom honour.
The words, which I have chosen, contain in them the Danger of Resistance to the Civil Powers. They relate both to the Antecedent, and Subsequent parts of the Apostle's Discourse, and are as efficacious towards the pressing of the Injunction of Obedience, as it is possible for words to express, or men to conceive.
The words, which I have chosen, contain in them the Danger of Resistance to the Civil Powers. They relate both to the Antecedent, and Subsequent parts of the Apostle's Discourse, and Are as efficacious towards the pressing of the Injunction of obedience, as it is possible for words to express, or men to conceive.
The strongest, and most operative Arguments upon men (at least wise — NONLATINALPHABET) are Arguments of Terrour. The most terrible thing within the compass of humane apprehension, is Damnation: which imports, besides the judgements of this life, the eternal privation of the enjoyment of God, utter Darkness, and everlasting Burnings.
The Strongest, and most operative Arguments upon men (At least wise —) Are Arguments of Terror. The most terrible thing within the compass of humane apprehension, is Damnation: which imports, beside the Judgments of this life, the Eternal privation of the enjoyment of God, utter Darkness, and everlasting Burnings.
That is delivered in the first Verse, Those, that resist NONLATINALPHABET, the Authorities set over them, Civil Authorities having jus Gladii, the Authorities Supreme, or Subordinate, justly obtaining over them.
That is Delivered in the First Verse, Those, that resist, the Authorities Set over them, Civil Authorities having jus Gladii, the Authorities Supreme, or Subordinate, justly obtaining over them.
It is not NONLATINALPHABET, or NONLATINALPHABET, which is here used, (which signifie corporal strength, and power ) but NONLATINALPHABET, which the Scripture distinguisheth from both the other.
It is not, or, which is Here used, (which signify corporal strength, and power) but, which the Scripture Distinguisheth from both the other.
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From NONLATINALPHABET, Luke iv. 36. and ix. 1. 1. Cor. xv. 24. Ephes. i. 21. from NONLATINALPHABET, Iude 25. It answers the Hebrew word NONLATINALPHABET, which the Septuagint translates by all the names of Legal Authority; NONLATINALPHABET It is taken for the Persons of Governours, as well as for their Power: so Ephes. iii. 10. That to Principalities, and Powers (NONLATINALPHABET) might be known, &c. and NONLATINALPHABET, against Powers, and the Rulers of this world;
From, Lycia iv. 36. and ix. 1. 1. Cor. xv. 24. Ephesians i. 21. from, Iude 25. It answers the Hebrew word, which the septuagint translates by all the names of Legal authority; It is taken for the Persons of Governors, as well as for their Power: so Ephesians iii. 10. That to Principalities, and Powers () might be known, etc. and, against Powers, and the Rulers of this world;
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2. But the word signifies Opposition by subtility, as well as by force. The Opposition of Elymas the Sorcerer to S•int Paul is expressed by this word, Act. xii. 8. NONLATINALPHABET and the opposition of Iannes, and Iambres to Moses, NONLATINALPHABET, 2 Tim. iv. 15.
2. But the word signifies Opposition by subtility, as well as by force. The Opposition of Elymas the Sorcerer to S•int Paul is expressed by this word, Act. xii. 8. and the opposition of Jannes, and Jambres to Moses,, 2 Tim. iv. 15.
3. And lastly, it signifies Opposition by Words, as well as by Deeds. So NONLATINALPHABET, to gainsay, and to resist, are the same, Luke xxi. 15. and NONLATINALPHABET is to contradict, Acts vi. 10.
3. And lastly, it signifies Opposition by Words, as well as by deeds. So, to gainsay, and to resist, Are the same, Lycia xxi. 15. and is to contradict, Acts vi. 10.
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First, That the Proposition is indefinite, and equipollent to an Vniversal; They, that resist, that is, NONLATINALPHABET, every Soul (as in the first Verse) that resists, without any exception of persons.
First, That the Proposition is indefinite, and equipollent to an Universal; They, that resist, that is,, every Soul (as in the First Verse) that resists, without any exception of Persons.
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Every Soul, which upon any Pretense whatsoever, in any maner whatsoever, shall resist the lawfull Authority, that is over him, shall receive to himself damnation, that is, he puts himself thereby into a state of Damnation.
Every Soul, which upon any Pretense whatsoever, in any manner whatsoever, shall resist the lawful authority, that is over him, shall receive to himself damnation, that is, he puts himself thereby into a state of Damnation.
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This I conceive to be the meaning of the Holy Ghost in the words of my Text. I must acknowledge, that two things have been questioned in this Proposition by the men of this unhappy, viperous, and adulterous generation.
This I conceive to be the meaning of the Holy Ghost in the words of my Text. I must acknowledge, that two things have been questioned in this Proposition by the men of this unhappy, viperous, and adulterous generation.
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The Allegation is, that NONLATINALPHABET is used in Scripture for Temporal Iudgment. The place produced is, 1 Cor. xi. 29. He, that eateth, and drinketh unworthily, eateth,
The Allegation is, that is used in Scripture for Temporal Judgement. The place produced is, 1 Cor. xi. 29. He, that Eateth, and Drinketh unworthily, Eateth,
and drinketh NONLATINALPHABET damnation to himself: where the Apostle seemeth to explain NONLATINALPHABET by the following words, Verse 30. For this cause many are weak, and sickly, and many sleep; viz. by Temporal Iudgments. And indeed this is true;
and Drinketh damnation to himself: where the Apostle seems to explain by the following words, Verse 30. For this cause many Are weak, and sickly, and many sleep; viz. by Temporal Judgments. And indeed this is true;
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1. First, that the same Penalty is denounced in the Gospel to those, who resist Authority, and to those, that are guilty of the body of Christ, 1 Cor. xi. 27. and trample upon the blood of the everlasting Covenant.
1. First, that the same Penalty is denounced in the Gospel to those, who resist authority, and to those, that Are guilty of the body of christ, 1 Cor. xi. 27. and trample upon the blood of the everlasting Covenant.
3. And lastly, that seeing the great difference betwixt the Legal and Euangelical dispensation did consist in this, that the express Promises, and Threatnings, under the Law, were temporal; and under the Gospel eternal: if God shall, under the Gospel, besides eternal punishments due to every Sin, add moreover to some particular sins the threatnings of temporal Iudgments, let these men consider what advantage they have gotten,
3. And lastly, that seeing the great difference betwixt the Legal and Evangelical Dispensation did consist in this, that the express Promises, and Threatenings, under the Law, were temporal; and under the Gospel Eternal: if God shall, under the Gospel, beside Eternal punishments due to every since, add moreover to Some particular Sins the threatenings of temporal Judgments, let these men Consider what advantage they have got,
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II. It is impossible in half an hour, to speak concerning all those pretenses for res•stance of Magistrates; which, being raised by Satan, and made use of by the children of disobedience, are falsly charged upon Religion. I shall single out some of the chief of them,
II It is impossible in half an hour, to speak Concerning all those pretences for res•stance of Magistrates; which, being raised by Satan, and made use of by the children of disobedience, Are falsely charged upon Religion. I shall single out Some of the chief of them,
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Those, which have given the greatest scandal, as having troubled the Christian world, and almost turned it upside down, are reducible to the two Heads of •eligion, and Civil Affairs.
Those, which have given the greatest scandal, as having troubled the Christian world, and almost turned it upside down, Are reducible to the two Heads of •eligion, and Civil Affairs.
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First, Those, which refer to Religion, are such scandalous Tenets as these; I. That Erroneous ( suppose Heretical, or Idolatrous) Powers may be resisted;
First, Those, which refer to Religion, Are such scandalous Tenets as these; I. That Erroneous (suppose Heretical, or Idolatrous) Powers may be resisted;
especially, if they endeavour to force men to their own Religion. II. That Christian Magistrates have no power in matters of Religion: viz. None 1. In religious Causes.
especially, if they endeavour to force men to their own Religion. II That Christian Magistrates have no power in matters of Religion: viz. None 1. In religious Causes.
2. Over religious Persons By Orders. Over religious Persons By personal Gifts. Secondly, Those, which refer to matters Civil, are reducible to such as these; I. Harsh Administration.
2. Over religious Persons By Order. Over religious Persons By personal Gifts. Secondly, Those, which refer to matters Civil, Are reducible to such as these; I. Harsh Administration.
that, if any one of these Tenets be agreeable to the Principles of Christianity, or to the practise of the Primitive, and purest Christians, who are to be presumed to have known the minde of Christ, and his Apostles: then we are to admit, that there is reason in what is alledged to create a Iealousy upon Religion.
that, if any one of these Tenets be agreeable to the Principles of Christianity, or to the practise of the Primitive, and Purest Christians, who Are to be presumed to have known the mind of christ, and his Apostles: then we Are to admit, that there is reason in what is alleged to create a Jealousy upon Religion.
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or because they joyn oppr•ssion of Godly men unto their Errour in Religion, how can any Kingdom stand? These are matters, wherein every man makes himself a Iudg; and it is not material,
or Because they join oppr•ssion of Godly men unto their Error in Religion, how can any Kingdom stand? These Are matters, wherein every man makes himself a Judge; and it is not material,
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What shall be done, when, at the same time, a Prince shall be judged, by one part of his Subjects, Heretical, and prophane, for departing from Superstition, and vindicating his power from unjust Vjurpations over it:
What shall be done, when, At the same time, a Prince shall be judged, by one part of his Subject's, Heretical, and profane, for departing from Superstition, and vindicating his power from unjust Vjurpations over it:
while another part shall judge him to be Superstitious, and will never believe him to abhor Idols, so long as he will not commit Sacrilege? What shall be done,
while Another part shall judge him to be Superstitious, and will never believe him to abhor Idols, so long as he will not commit Sacrilege? What shall be done,
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while some conclude him to be irreligious, because he will not worship Images; others Idolatrous, because he kneels at the Communion? and both esteem him an Oppressour; because he restrains their Zeal, and hinders them from that excess of Riot, which they pant after, to the devouring of one another?
while Some conclude him to be irreligious, Because he will not worship Images; Others Idolatrous, Because he kneels At the Communion? and both esteem him an Oppressor; Because he restrains their Zeal, and hinders them from that excess of Riot, which they pant After, to the devouring of one Another?
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But now what Colour can there be, to charge this Tenet upon Christianity? Doth the Old, or New Testament give any occasion to this Doctrine? Is it countenanced 1.. by Moses? or 2. by the Prophets? or 3. by our Saviour? or 4. by the Apostles? 5. That Cloud of Witnesses (the Noble Army of Martyrs ) did they give Testimony to this Assertion, or to the contrary? I may not insist:
But now what Colour can there be, to charge this Tenet upon Christianity? Does the Old, or New Testament give any occasion to this Doctrine? Is it countenanced 1.. by Moses? or 2. by the prophets? or 3. by our Saviour? or 4. by the Apostles? 5. That Cloud of Witnesses (the Noble Army of Martyrs) did they give Testimony to this Assertion, or to the contrary? I may not insist:
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1. Moses was so far from the Doctrine of Resistance; that, notwithstanding the hardness of Pharaoh's heart, the cruelty of the Bondage, the weakness of the Egyptians by Plagues, the numbers of Israel, six hundred thousand,
1. Moses was so Far from the Doctrine of Resistance; that, notwithstanding the hardness of Pharaoh's heart, the cruelty of the Bondage, the weakness of the egyptians by Plagues, the numbers of Israel, six hundred thousand,
2. As for the Prophets; in the third Chapter of Daniel we finde three of God's Children put to the trial (the fiery trial ) of this Doctrine, by Nebuchadnezzar, an Idolater, and a Tyrant, acting highly under both those Capacities together.
2. As for the prophets; in the third Chapter of daniel we find three of God's Children put to the trial (the fiery trial) of this Doctrine, by Nebuchadnezzar, an Idolater, and a Tyrant, acting highly under both those Capacities together.
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And in the sixth we finde Daniel thrown into the Lion's den, onely for praying to the God of Israel. Let us consider their Behaviour, did they resist, or mutiny, or labour to alienate, or discontent or (by denouncing threats, or terrours ) to discourage Subjects from Obedience? How had they been instructed by their Prophets? Ieremy (2 Chron. xxxvi. 13.) had taught them, that Zedekiah had turned from the Lord God of Israel, in rebelling against Nebuchadnezzar, who had made him swear by God: and that they ought to seek the peace of the City,
And in the sixth we find daniel thrown into the Lion's den, only for praying to the God of Israel. Let us Consider their Behaviour, did they resist, or mutiny, or labour to alienate, or discontent or (by denouncing Treats, or terrors) to discourage Subjects from obedience? How had they been instructed by their prophets? Ieremy (2 Chronicles xxxvi. 13.) had taught them, that Zedekiah had turned from the Lord God of Israel, in rebelling against Nebuchadnezzar, who had made him swear by God: and that they ought to seek the peace of the city,
and Daniel, in the midst of the Lion's den. prays heartily for Darius, O King, live for ever! Dan. vi. 21. 3. In the next place, let us consider the Case of Christ, and his Apostles, and see whether any such Tenet may be collected from their Doctrine, or Practise; their Speeches, or their Actions. As for what concerns our Lord Christ, I have had the Honour formerly in this place more at large to vindicate him from such aspersions. He paid Tribute at the expense of a Miracle, Mat. xvii. 27. He submitted himself to all the Powers, that were over him;
and daniel, in the midst of the Lion's den. prays heartily for Darius, Oh King, live for ever! Dan. vi. 21. 3. In the next place, let us Consider the Case of christ, and his Apostles, and see whither any such Tenet may be collected from their Doctrine, or practice; their Speeches, or their Actions. As for what concerns our Lord christ, I have had the Honour formerly in this place more At large to vindicate him from such Aspersions. He paid Tribute At the expense of a Miracle, Mathew xvii. 27. He submitted himself to all the Powers, that were over him;
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even to the bitter, and accursed death upon the Cross; Philip. ii. 8. This was his Practise: as for his Doctrine; He taught men to render to Caesar the things, that were Caesar's;
even to the bitter, and accursed death upon the Cross; Philip. ii. 8. This was his Practise: as for his Doctrine; He taught men to render to Caesar the things, that were Caesar's;
Mat. xxii. 21. He acknowledged Pilate's power to be from above; John xix. 11. He rebuked Peter for smiting with the sword: and told him, that those, that take the sword, shall perish by the sword;
Mathew xxii. 21. He acknowledged Pilate's power to be from above; John xix. 11. He rebuked Peter for smiting with the sword: and told him, that those, that take the sword, shall perish by the sword;
Mat. v. 44. And the utmost permission, which he gave them, was, when they were persecuted in one city, to fly unto another; Matth. x. 23. 4. As for the Apostles: They taught men to obey them, that have the rule over them;
Mathew v. 44. And the utmost permission, which he gave them, was, when they were persecuted in one City, to fly unto Another; Matthew x. 23. 4. As for the Apostles: They taught men to obey them, that have the Rule over them;
1 Tim. ii. 2. Saint Peter hath told us, that such, as despise Dominion, and speak evil of Dignities, are (in an especial manner) reserved to •udgment; 1 Pet. ii. 9, 10. and Saint Paul, in my Text, that they shall receive Damnation.
1 Tim. ii. 2. Saint Peter hath told us, that such, as despise Dominion, and speak evil of Dignities, Are (in an especial manner) reserved to •udgment; 1 Pet. ii. 9, 10. and Saint Paul, in my Text, that they shall receive Damnation.
This Doctrine they Sealed with their blood. Saint Peter (according to Ecclesiastical Tradition) was crucified, and Saint Paul beheaded, Iames the son of Zebedeus slain with the sword, &c.
This Doctrine they Sealed with their blood. Saint Peter (according to Ecclesiastical Tradition) was Crucified, and Saint Paul beheaded, James the son of Zebedee slave with the sword, etc.
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Now, as for the Powers, to which all these Instructions, and Behaviours did refer, they were for Idolatry, and Tyranny, and Persecution, Humani generis portenta.
Now, as for the Powers, to which all these Instructions, and Behaviours did refer, they were for Idolatry, and Tyranny, and Persecution, Humani Generis portenta.
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that He, which restrained the Flames, and stopped the mouths of •ions, could have given his servants power to resist; that Christ could have prayed his Father, who would have given him more then twelve Legions of Angels for his relief;
that He, which restrained the Flames, and stopped the mouths of •ions, could have given his Servants power to resist; that christ could have prayed his Father, who would have given him more then twelve Legions of Angels for his relief;
The Instances in this kinde are infinite, where Christians, abounding in numbers, being in Arms, and abundantly able to make resistance, have chosen, with the expense of their lives, to yield obedience to Idolaters, persecuting them for their Religion. I shall name but two Examples.
The Instances in this kind Are infinite, where Christians, abounding in numbers, being in Arms, and abundantly able to make resistance, have chosen, with the expense of their lives, to yield Obedience to Idolaters, persecuting them for their Religion. I shall name but two Examples.
Tertullian tells the Emperour, that his Cities, Islands, Castles, Councils, Armies, Regiments, and Companies; the Palace, the Senate, the Courts of Iudicature were filled with Christians: and yet they submitted to persecution.
Tertullian tells the Emperor, that his Cities, Islands, Castles, Councils, Armies, Regiments, and Companies; the Palace, the Senate, the Courts of Judicature were filled with Christians: and yet they submitted to persecution.
And we read, that the Thebaean Legion consisted of six thousand, six hundred, sixty and six persons, every man Christian, when they submitted to the Decimation of Maximinian for Religion.
And we read, that the Theban Legion consisted of six thousand, six hundred, sixty and six Persons, every man Christian, when they submitted to the Decimation of Maximinian for Religion.
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and that especially in Religion. If none have this power to order matters of Religion, there must be Confusion: if any other beside the Supreme Magistrate, there will be Division. The inevitable Inconveniences of the exemption of religious Things, and religious Persons, from the power of the Magistrate, are abundantly set forth by such,
and that especially in Religion. If none have this power to order matters of Religion, there must be Confusion: if any other beside the Supreme Magistrate, there will be Division. The inevitable Inconveniences of the exemption of religious Things, and religious Persons, from the power of the Magistrate, Are abundantly Set forth by such,
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as would improve them to the disadvantage of Religion. And, indeed, to go about to deny, or to diminish the dismal Consequences of such Pretenses, were to endeavour to put out the eyes of all the men of Reason, and Experience in the world.
as would improve them to the disadvantage of Religion. And, indeed, to go about to deny, or to diminish the dismal Consequences of such Pretences, were to endeavour to put out the eyes of all the men of Reason, and Experience in the world.
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My present Duty is to enquire, what relation these Pretenses have to the Principles of Christianity; and that First, As to religious Causes. Secondly, As to Ecclesiastical Persons.
My present Duty is to inquire, what Relation these Pretences have to the Principles of Christianity; and that First, As to religious Causes. Secondly, As to Ecclesiastical Persons.
It is this, That, whereas there are two things, whereon all Political administration doth depend: 1. Concerning the Rights, and Bounds, and Regulation of Sovereign Powers; 2. Concerning the Duties, and Obedience of Subjects: we finde both Christ, and the Apostles, frequently labouring to settle in the Consciences of men that part, which concerns Obedience; but no where restraining, or limiting, or particularly regulating, the Office of Sovereign Powers; but leaving them to those general Rules, which concern the Account, and Duty of all men in their several stations,
It is this, That, whereas there Are two things, whereon all Political administration does depend: 1. Concerning the Rights, and Bounds, and Regulation of Sovereign Powers; 2. Concerning the Duties, and obedience of Subject's: we find both christ, and the Apostles, frequently labouring to settle in the Consciences of men that part, which concerns obedience; but no where restraining, or limiting, or particularly regulating, the Office of Sovereign Powers; but leaving them to those general Rules, which concern the Account, and Duty of all men in their several stations,
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and to the terms, whereupon the Providence of God was wont to settle the Princes, and Governours of the World• Let the rights of Caesar be what they will (in reference to Tribute, or other matters) Christ will not determine them: This he will;
and to the terms, whereupon the Providence of God was wont to settle the Princes, and Governors of the World• Let the rights of Caesar be what they will (in Referente to Tribute, or other matters) christ will not determine them: This he will;
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And so likewise the Apostles, they seem to be unconcerned (as it were) in the governing part of Civil Policy. No word is found in all their Writings, enquiring into the Rights of the Romane Emperours (who were sovereign ) or limiting the Exercise of their Power. Onely thus much they take for certain, such,
And so likewise the Apostles, they seem to be unconcerned (as it were) in the governing part of Civil Policy. No word is found in all their Writings, inquiring into the Rights of the Roman emperors (who were sovereign) or limiting the Exercise of their Power. Only thus much they take for certain, such,
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as they were, they were ordained of God. And they spend all their labour in founding deeply, and firmly establishing that other part, which concerns Obedience.
as they were, they were ordained of God. And they spend all their labour in founding deeply, and firmly establishing that other part, which concerns obedience.
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From this Observation it will follow, That whatever Things, or Persons were not before the times of Christ, and his Apostles, exempt from the power of the Magistrate, are not by the Foundations, and Principles of Christianity exempted. ( Non eripit mortalia, qui regna dat coelestia.
From this Observation it will follow, That whatever Things, or Persons were not before the times of christ, and his Apostles, exempt from the power of the Magistrate, Are not by the Foundations, and Principles of Christianity exempted. (Non eripit mortalia, qui regna that coelestia.
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) And it will onely remain for us to enquire, what was the maner of the Nations of the World, and of God's peculiar people, in reference to these Particulars, before, and at the Times of Christ, and his Apostles. To which if we shall add the practise of the best, and most antient Christian Emperours, I know not what more can be desired to clear the present Argument.
) And it will only remain for us to inquire, what was the manner of the nations of the World, and of God's peculiar people, in Referente to these Particulars, before, and At the Times of christ, and his Apostles. To which if we shall add the practise of the best, and most ancient Christian emperors, I know not what more can be desired to clear the present Argument.
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I suppose it needless to put in a Caution, that while we speak of the Magistrate's power to order matters of Religion; we do not entitle him to the Priest's Office (the Spiritual Fu•ction) or the Execution of it, in preaching the Word, administring the Sacraments, exercising the power of Ordination, or of the Keys, &c. Blessed be the Lord God of our Fathers, who hath put it into our Sovereign's heart to be tender of the rights of the Church, as of the Apple of his Ey.
I suppose it needless to put in a Caution, that while we speak of the Magistrate's power to order matters of Religion; we do not entitle him to the Priest's Office (the Spiritual Fu•ction) or the Execution of it, in preaching the Word, administering the Sacraments, exercising the power of Ordination, or of the Keys, etc. Blessed be the Lord God of our Father's, who hath put it into our Sovereign's heart to be tender of the rights of the Church, as of the Apple of his Ey.
1. For Causes. The New Testament sometimes divides the Gentiles into Greeks, and Barbarians; sometimes into wise, and unwise: according to which division the Romanes are, I suppose, reckoned under the Greeks, from whence they were mostly extracted, and with whom they contended in Civility. Briefly, 1. the Greeks, 2. the Romanes, 3. the Barbarous Nations did alwaies exercise such a power.
1. For Causes. The New Testament sometime divides the Gentiles into Greeks, and Barbarians; sometime into wise, and unwise: according to which division the Romans Are, I suppose, reckoned under the Greeks, from whence they were mostly extracted, and with whom they contended in Civility. Briefly, 1. the Greeks, 2. the Romans, 3. the Barbarous nations did always exercise such a power.
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And, accordingly, if we consult the Fragments, which are left us, of the Laws of the most antient Grecian Common-Wealths, we shall finde nothing so frequent,
And, accordingly, if we consult the Fragments, which Are left us, of the Laws of the most ancient Grecian Common-Wealths, we shall find nothing so frequent,
(3.) As for the Barbarous Nations, I shall not multiply Testimonies, nor go beyond the line of Scripture. In the third of Daniel we finde an Edict of the King of Babylon enjoyning all People, Languages, and Tongues to commit Idolatry; Verse 4, 5. And, by and by, another Edict, that no man should speak amiss of the God of Shadrach, Mesech, and A•ednego; Verse 29. In the sixth we finde Darius (the Persian ) by the advise of his Council signing a Decree, against petitioning (for thirty days) any God besides himself; Verse 9. and shortly another, that all men should tremble, and fear before the God of Daniel;
(3.) As for the Barbarous nations, I shall not multiply Testimonies, nor go beyond the line of Scripture. In the third of daniel we find an Edict of the King of Babylon enjoining all People, Languages, and Tongues to commit Idolatry; Verse 4, 5. And, by and by, Another Edict, that no man should speak amiss of the God of Shadrach, Mesech, and A•ednego; Verse 29. In the sixth we find Darius (the Persian) by the Advice of his Council signing a decree, against petitioning (for thirty days) any God beside himself; Verse 9. and shortly Another, that all men should tremble, and Fear before the God of daniel;
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Verse 26. In the third of Ionah, the King of Nineveh, and his Nobles proclaim a publick Fast. In the first of Ezra, Cyrus puts forth an Edict to build the Temple at Hierusalem. In the fourth, Artaxerxes reverseth it.
Verse 26. In the third of Jonah, the King of Nineveh, and his Nobles proclaim a public Fast. In the First of Ezra, Cyrus puts forth an Edict to built the Temple At Jerusalem. In the fourth, Artaxerxes reverseth it.
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To think to elevate the force of these Instances, because all these were Strangers from God, and aliens from the Common-Wealth of Israel, is to mistake the purpose for which they are alledged.
To think to elevate the force of these Instances, Because all these were Strangers from God, and aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, is to mistake the purpose for which they Are alleged.
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The time would fail me to speak distinctly, and particularly, of the Ordinances concerning Religion, which were made by Moses, Ioshua, David, Solomon, Asa, Iehosaphat, Hezekiah, Manasses also, and Iosiah:
The time would fail me to speak distinctly, and particularly, of the Ordinances Concerning Religion, which were made by Moses, Ioshua, David, Solomon, Asa, Jehoshaphat, Hezekiah, Manasses also, and Josiah:
they erected Altars, and Tabernacles, and Temples, and dedicated them to the Lord; they destroyed Idolatry, reformed abuses in God's Worship, settled both the standing Worship of God,
they erected Altars, and Tabernacles, and Temples, and dedicated them to the Lord; they destroyed Idolatry, reformed Abuses in God's Worship, settled both the standing Worship of God,
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The whole Aaronical Ministery, which consisted in Ceremonies, and Sacrifices, Typical, and Carnal Ordinances, was not ordered by the hand of Aaron, but of Moses, who was King in Iesurun.
The Whole Aaronical Ministry, which consisted in Ceremonies, and Sacrifices, Typical, and Carnal Ordinances, was not ordered by the hand of Aaron, but of Moses, who was King in Jesurun.
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The Tabernacle, and Temple-service (which, beside the Mosaical Institutions, consisted of Spiritual abiding Ordinances) was instituted by David: who, being the sweet Singer of Israel, and acquainted more then ever any man (for ought appears) with the ways, and helps of lifting up the Heart to spiritual intercourse with God, to that end appointed the use of Musick in the Church; and (without fear of stinting the Spirit) he prescribed Set-forms of Praise, and Prayers for the use of the Temple; and ordered the Service for every day.
The Tabernacle, and Temple service (which, beside the Mosaical Institutions, consisted of Spiritual abiding Ordinances) was instituted by David: who, being the sweet Singer of Israel, and acquainted more then ever any man (for ought appears) with the ways, and helps of lifting up the Heart to spiritual intercourse with God, to that end appointed the use of Music in the Church; and (without Fear of stinting the Spirit) he prescribed Set-forms of Praise, and Prayers for the use of the Temple; and ordered the Service for every day.
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A Psalm, consisting partly of the one hundred and fifth, ninety sixth, and one hundred and eighteenth, he first delivered to Asaph, and his Brethren, at the reduction of the Ark from the house of Obed-Edom; 1 Chron. xvi. 7. And divers other Psalms were composed by him for the Service of the Church.
A Psalm, consisting partly of the one hundred and fifth, ninety sixth, and one hundred and eighteenth, he First Delivered to Asaph, and his Brothers, At the reduction of the Ark from the house of Obed-Edom; 1 Chronicles xvi. 7. And diverse other Psalms were composed by him for the Service of the Church.
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And what he had ordained, Solomon put in practise. In the fifth Chapter of the second Book of Chronicles, we finde the pattern of the Service of this Time, and Place, the Sons of Asaph, Heman, and Ieduthun, arrayed in white Linen, with musical Instruments, praising the Lord, saying, For he is good, &c. viz. reciting the one hundred and eighteenth Psalm: and, in token of God's acceptance, a Cloud filled the house.
And what he had ordained, Solomon put in practice. In the fifth Chapter of the second Book of Chronicles, we find the pattern of the Service of this Time, and Place, the Sons of Asaph, Heman, and Ieduthun, arrayed in white Linen, with musical Instruments, praising the Lord, saying, For he is good, etc. viz. reciting the one hundred and eighteenth Psalm: and, in token of God's acceptance, a Cloud filled the house.
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The one hundred thirty and sixth Psalm likewise was wont to be sung in Thanksgivings. So we finde also Hezekiah, and Iosiah, praising the Lord in the words of David, and Asaph.
The one hundred thirty and sixth Psalm likewise was wont to be sung in Thanksgivings. So we find also Hezekiah, and Josiah, praising the Lord in the words of David, and Asaph.
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Thus stood the matter under the Law; the ordering of matters of Religion was not exempted from the Supreme Power. Hezekiah varied from Moses his Law, and was blameless. Neither was it otherwise in the best, and purest Times under the Gospel.
Thus stood the matter under the Law; the ordering of matters of Religion was not exempted from the Supreme Power. Hezekiah varied from Moses his Law, and was blameless. Neither was it otherwise in the best, and Purest Times under the Gospel.
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It had been but a slender invitation to the Emperours to become Christian; if, by submitting to Christianity, they must lose so considerable a part of the Sovereign Power enjoyed by all their Predecessours, and be thereby exposed inevitably to Seditions, and Rebellions, upon every Frantick eruption of religious Melancholie. The Primitive Emperours understood themselves otherwise,
It had been but a slender invitation to the emperors to become Christian; if, by submitting to Christianity, they must loose so considerable a part of the Sovereign Power enjoyed by all their Predecessors, and be thereby exposed inevitably to Seditions, and Rebellions, upon every Frantic eruption of religious Melancholy. The Primitive emperors understood themselves otherwise,
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The drawing up of Canons for the regulation of Religion was by our LORD committed to the Apostles, and their Successours, the Bishops, and other Ecclesiastical Persons: but, that these Canons should be enforced as Laws by temporal Penalties, it was by the sanction of Civil Powers.
The drawing up of Canonas for the regulation of Religion was by our LORD committed to the Apostles, and their Successors, the Bishops, and other Ecclesiastical Persons: but, that these Canonas should be Enforced as Laws by temporal Penalties, it was by the sanction of Civil Powers.
Thus we finde Iustinian establishing the Homo-Canonicon, or Code of the Vniversal Church, consisting of the Canons of the four first General, and five antient Provincial Councils; and commanding them, NONLATINALPHABET, to be kept as Laws.
Thus we find Iustinian establishing the Homo-Canonicon, or Code of the Universal Church, consisting of the Canonas of the four First General, and five ancient Provincial Councils; and commanding them,, to be kept as Laws.
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Briefly, to determine this Question, we need onely to view the Titles of the sixteenth Book of the Code of Theodosius, the thirteen first Titles in the Code of Iustinian, Photius's Nomo-Canon, and the like.
Briefly, to determine this Question, we need only to view the Titles of the sixteenth Book of the Code of Theodosius, the thirteen First Titles in the Code of Iustinian, Photius's Nomo-Canon, and the like.
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The Pretense of exemption of Ecclesiastical Causes, so as hath been intimated, as it is inconsistent with Government; so it is also with the Principles of Christianity.
The Pretense of exemption of Ecclesiastical Causes, so as hath been intimated, as it is inconsistent with Government; so it is also with the Principles of Christianity.
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2. Thus much having been spoken concerning the regulation of Matters of Religion, it will be needless to enlarge concerning the second Pretense of the exemption of Ecclesiastical Persons.
2. Thus much having been spoken Concerning the regulation of Matters of Religion, it will be needless to enlarge Concerning the second Pretense of the exemption of Ecclesiastical Persons.
This Tenet is equally dangerous with the former, and equally contrary to the Principles of Christianity. It were to be wished, that all men professing themselves Ministers were thorowly convinced of the Doctrine of Obedience: otherwise,
This Tenet is equally dangerous with the former, and equally contrary to the Principles of Christianity. It were to be wished, that all men professing themselves Ministers were thoroughly convinced of the Doctrine of obedience: otherwise,
Our Saviour was both Priest, and Prophet; and the Apostles were Ecclesiastical persons: yet did not think themselves exempted. Such persons were not exempted, either before, or after the Times of our Saviour; neither in 1. a Single, or 2. Ioynt capacity.
Our Saviour was both Priest, and Prophet; and the Apostles were Ecclesiastical Persons: yet did not think themselves exempted. Such Persons were not exempted, either before, or After the Times of our Saviour; neither in 1. a Single, or 2. Joint capacity.
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1. As to Single persons under the Law, we finde and Instance of the Exercise of the Sovereign power over an High-Priest offending, in Abiathar, whom Solomon thrust out, and placed Zados in his room.
1. As to Single Persons under the Law, we find and Instance of the Exercise of the Sovereign power over an High-Priest offending, in Abiathar, whom Solomon thrust out, and placed Zados in his room.
2. As to the calling of Assemblies; before the Gospel-times, it did belong to the Supreme Magistrate. We finde Moses, not Aaron; Ioshua, not Eleazar; David, not Abiathar; Solomon, not Zadoc; summoning the Priests, and Levites, to meet together. And
2. As to the calling of Assemblies; before the Gospel times, it did belong to the Supreme Magistrate. We find Moses, not Aaron; Ioshua, not Eleazar; David, not Abiathar; Solomon, not Zadoc; summoning the Priests, and Levites, to meet together. And
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In the Primitive Times of the Christian Emperours, we do not meet with Councils, or Synods called by the Bishop of Rome, nor with Ministers, casting themselves into Classical, and Synodical Meetings; nor with Assemblies of Divines, called against, or without the Prince's consent.
In the Primitive Times of the Christian emperors, we do not meet with Councils, or Synods called by the Bishop of Room, nor with Ministers, casting themselves into Classical, and Synodical Meetings; nor with Assemblies of Divines, called against, or without the Prince's consent.
The indiction of Times, and Places, the convocation of Persons, the Presidency, the order of Debates, the dismission of the Assemblies, the roboration of Canons (as to making them Laws of the Empire) in the General, and Provincial Councils, were all the work of the Supreme Magistrate. And
The indiction of Times, and Places, the convocation of Persons, the Presidency, the order of Debates, the dismission of the Assemblies, the roboration of Canonas (as to making them Laws of the Empire) in the General, and Provincial Councils, were all the work of the Supreme Magistrate. And
As for matters of Appeal, we finde Paul appealing to Caesar: Athanasius (from the Synod at Tyre ) to Constantine; to whom three Appeals were likewise made in the Cause of Caecilianus, and Donatus: and many more instances of this, and the like nature.
As for matters of Appeal, we find Paul appealing to Caesar: Athanasius (from the Synod At Tyre) to Constantine; to whom three Appeals were likewise made in the Cause of Caecilian, and Donatus: and many more instances of this, and the like nature.
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and that so wilde, and monstrous, that it looks as if it were the last effort of the enemy of man-kinde (ultimus Diaboli conatus) for it strikes at the Heart both of Government, and of Religion. It is this, that Saints, and gifted Persons, (as they call themselves) are exempt from humane Laws: and in effect resolves into this, that to reprobate others,
and that so wild, and monstrous, that it looks as if it were the last effort of the enemy of mankind (Ultimus Diaboli conatus) for it strikes At the Heart both of Government, and of Religion. It is this, that Saints, and gifted Persons, (as they call themselves) Are exempt from humane Laws: and in Effect resolves into this, that to Reprobate Others,
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and assume to themselves the Title of the Godly Party, to talk of Reformation, and the power of Godliness, of advancing the Kingdom of Iesus Christ, &c. is to justifie Sacrilege, and Treason, and horrid Rebellion, and to qualify them for the Kings, and Priests, and Prophets of the world.
and assume to themselves the Title of the Godly Party, to talk of Reformation, and the power of Godliness, of advancing the Kingdom of Iesus christ, etc. is to justify Sacrilege, and Treason, and horrid Rebellion, and to qualify them for the Kings, and Priests, and prophets of the world.
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How far this Satanical madness hath prevailed, to the confusion of all things Civil, and Sacred; to the scandal of Religion; the planting, and watering of Atheism, and Infidelity; I tremble to call to our remembrance.
How Far this Satanical madness hath prevailed, to the confusion of all things Civil, and Sacred; to the scandal of Religion; the planting, and watering of Atheism, and Infidelity; I tremble to call to our remembrance.
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If my present business were to refute the men, that have given this offence, how easie were it to examine their Gifts, and their Saintship, and how hard to finde them.
If my present business were to refute the men, that have given this offence, how easy were it to examine their Gifts, and their Saintship, and how hard to find them.
But as the Woman of Samaria said to our Saviour, Art thou greater then our Father Jacob? are they greater Saints, or better gifted, then Peter, and Paul, and the rest of the Apostles? He, that said, Let every Soul be subject to the higher Powers, had been rap'd up (whether in the body, or out, he could not tell) to the third heavens: hath any of them been carried higher?
But as the Woman of Samaria said to our Saviour, Art thou greater then our Father Jacob? Are they greater Saints, or better gifted, then Peter, and Paul, and the rest of the Apostles? He, that said, Let every Soul be Subject to the higher Powers, had been raped up (whither in the body, or out, he could not tell) to the third heavens: hath any of them been carried higher?
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Christ the natural Son of God, the Brightness of his Glory, the Express Image of his Person, said, Render to Caesar the things, that are Caesar's: are they greater then Christ also?
christ the natural Son of God, the Brightness of his Glory, the Express Image of his Person, said, Render to Caesar the things, that Are Caesar's: Are they greater then christ also?
But my present purpose being chiefly to remove these scandals from Religion; come, and let us reason together, What could Christ, and his Apostles have done more to prevent this scandal, then they have done? Their Doctrine, and practise hath been already shewn;
But my present purpose being chiefly to remove these scandals from Religion; come, and let us reason together, What could christ, and his Apostles have done more to prevent this scandal, then they have done? Their Doctrine, and practise hath been already shown;
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neither can any thing more be imagined, which might be desired to anticipate, and obviate this pretense, unless it be, that these things should have been particularly foretold, and the Persons (at least their Party, and Sect) described; that the world might be forewarned of them.
neither can any thing more be imagined, which might be desired to anticipate, and obviate this pretense, unless it be, that these things should have been particularly foretold, and the Persons (At least their Party, and Sect) described; that the world might be forewarned of them.
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Will it then satisfy the enemies of our Religion, concerning the Truth, and Infallibility of the Scriptures, and the abhorrency of the Christian Principle from this damnable Tenet; if it shall briefly appear, that these things have been punctually foretold by Christ, and his Apostles?
Will it then satisfy the enemies of our Religion, Concerning the Truth, and Infallibility of the Scriptures, and the abhorrency of the Christian Principle from this damnable Tenet; if it shall briefly appear, that these things have been punctually foretold by christ, and his Apostles?
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Saint Peter, that there should be false Teachers, which should privily bring in damnable heresies, presumptuous, self-willed, not afraid to speak evil of Dignities.
Saint Peter, that there should be false Teachers, which should privily bring in damnable heresies, presumptuous, self-willed, not afraid to speak evil of Dignities.
Now, if all this be not sufficient, Saint Iude hath taken up this Prophesie of Saint Peter, and given us two clear Characters of these Persons, whereby they might be known.
Now, if all this be not sufficient, Saint Iude hath taken up this Prophesy of Saint Peter, and given us two clear Characters of these Persons, whereby they might be known.
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He tells us, 1. That they shall be Separatists from the Church, and 2. false-pretenders to the Spirit. These are they, which separate themselves, being sensual, having not the spirit.
He tells us, 1. That they shall be Separatists from the Church, and 2. false-pretenders to the Spirit. These Are they, which separate themselves, being sensual, having not the Spirit.
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Neither shall I enlarge upon that other Head referring to matters Civil, where I instanced in two Pretenses taken from, I. Harsh Administration in the Magistrate.
Neither shall I enlarge upon that other Head referring to matters Civil, where I instanced in two Pretences taken from, I. Harsh Administration in the Magistrate.
Neither the Time, nor the Design, which I have propounded, nor (indeed) my Profession, nor Abilities do allow me to enter into the depths of the Politicks, or to discourse of the limitations of Sovereign Powers. Thus much is obvious to every man,
Neither the Time, nor the Design, which I have propounded, nor (indeed) my Profession, nor Abilities do allow me to enter into the depths of the Politics, or to discourse of the limitations of Sovereign Powers. Thus much is obvious to every man,
I shall briefly shew, that the Scripture, foreseeing the easiness (by reason of the Self-love, and partiality of men) of this Pretense, and the danger of it, hath directly opposed it self against it.
I shall briefly show, that the Scripture, Foreseeing the easiness (by reason of the Self-love, and partiality of men) of this Pretense, and the danger of it, hath directly opposed it self against it.
I shall not mention particular Commands: let us have recourse to the main Foundations; the Body, and Substance of Christianity, the MISHPAT HAMELEK (the Ius Regium) the Fundamental Law of the Kings of Israel.
I shall not mention particular Commands: let us have recourse to the main Foundations; the Body, and Substance of Christianity, the MISHPAT HAMELEK (the Just Regium) the Fundamental Law of the Kings of Israel.
1. Christianity obligeth us to believe not onely, that Christ is God, and that the Gospel is from God: but that all the Circumstances of the Ministery of Christ, and his Apostles were ordered by his Providence. Why then were the Times of Tiberius, and Caligula, and Claudius, and Nero (out of the Series of the Time spun out from the Creation) chosen, and selected for the promulgation of the Doctrine of Obedience. If harsh Administration of Power will exempt men from Obedience; at that Time,
1. Christianity obliges us to believe not only, that christ is God, and that the Gospel is from God: but that all the circumstances of the Ministry of christ, and his Apostles were ordered by his Providence. Why then were the Times of Tiberius, and Caligula, and Claudius, and Nero (out of the Series of the Time spun out from the Creation) chosen, and selected for the Promulgation of the Doctrine of obedience. If harsh Administration of Power will exempt men from obedience; At that Time,
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when Claudius, or Nero was Romane Emperour, why should the Holy Ghost move Saint Paul to write to the Romans, They, that resist, shall receive to themselves Damnation? So much briefly for the Gospel.
when Claudius, or Nero was Roman Emperor, why should the Holy Ghost move Saint Paul to write to the Roman, They, that resist, shall receive to themselves Damnation? So much briefly for the Gospel.
2 As for the Ius Regium in the eighth of the the first Book of Samuel we finde the Israelites desiring a King: and God (though rejected by this motion) commands Samuel to hearken to their voice. Yet, that they might know what they did,
2 As for the Just Regium in the eighth of the the First Book of Samuel we find the Israelites desiring a King: and God (though rejected by this motion) commands Samuel to harken to their voice. Yet, that they might know what they did,
This ( saith Samuel shall be NONLATINALPHABET He shall take your Sons, and Daughters, your Vine-yards, your Fields, and your Flocks, &c. He tells them of harsh Administrations.
This (Says Samuel shall be He shall take your Sons, and Daughters, your Vineyards, your Fields, and your Flocks, etc. He tells them of harsh Administrations.
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In the seventeenth Chapter of Deuteronomy we finde the Duty of the Kings of Israel described in a way directly contrary to this; they were to fear the Lord, and not to turn aside to the right hand,
In the seventeenth Chapter of Deuteronomy we find the Duty of the Kings of Israel described in a Way directly contrary to this; they were to Fear the Lord, and not to turn aside to the right hand,
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Even Ahab, who sold himself to work wickedness, did not take Naboth's Vine-yard by force; he would not seise on it, till Iezebel had brought about the pretense of a Legal Forfeiture.
Even Ahab, who sold himself to work wickedness, did not take Naboth's Vineyard by force; he would not seize on it, till Iezebel had brought about the pretense of a Legal Forfeiture.
What then is the meaning of NONLATINALPHABET? Surely it imports thus much, that, if all this hard usage should come upon them, they might cry unto the Lord; (Verse 18) but that it would not dissolve Ius Regium (the right of Sovereignty) or enable them to resist their Kings, or rebel against them.
What then is the meaning of? Surely it imports thus much, that, if all this hard usage should come upon them, they might cry unto the Lord; (Verse 18) but that it would not dissolve Just Regium (the right of Sovereignty) or enable them to resist their Kings, or rebel against them.
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Concerning which kinde of Pretenses I must repeat what hath been said of the other. If they be admitted, they are destructive to Magistracie. If they be encouraged by Religion, there will be reason, that Magistrates be jealous over it.
Concerning which kind of Pretences I must repeat what hath been said of the other. If they be admitted, they Are destructive to Magistracy. If they be encouraged by Religion, there will be reason, that Magistrates be jealous over it.
1. It is (I conceive) impossible to carry the first sort of Pretenses higher, then they were stated in the Case of David, and Saul. Saul was at first declared, and constituted King by Samuel, acting in the Name of the Lord; and,
1. It is (I conceive) impossible to carry the First sort of Pretences higher, then they were stated in the Case of David, and Saul. Saul was At First declared, and constituted King by Samuel, acting in the Name of the Lord; and,
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when he had reigned two years, the same Samuel, in the Name of the same God, before the same people, denounces publickly, that his Kingdom should not continue; and that God had sought a man after his own heart, because he invaded the Priest's Office. After this, he limits a certain day, he tells him, This day the Lord hath rent the Kingdom of Israel from thee, and given it to thy neighbour, because of his rebellion against God in the Case of Amalek.
when he had reigned two Years, the same Samuel, in the Name of the same God, before the same people, denounces publicly, that his Kingdom should not continue; and that God had sought a man After his own heart, Because he invaded the Priest's Office. After this, he Limits a certain day, he tells him, This day the Lord hath rend the Kingdom of Israel from thee, and given it to thy neighbour, Because of his rebellion against God in the Case of Amalek.
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He was anointed by Samuel; for ought appears, without reservation for the life of Saul. He was qualified for Government; a valiant man, a man of War, prudent in matters, a comely Person, and the Lord was with him.
He was anointed by Samuel; for ought appears, without reservation for the life of Saul. He was qualified for Government; a valiant man, a man of War, prudent in matters, a comely Person, and the Lord was with him.
But that other Pretense, that after a lawfull Sovereign is established (according to the Supposition of my Text, and my Discourse) the power still remains in the people, (in the diffused body of them,
But that other Pretense, that After a lawful Sovereign is established (according to the Supposition of my Text, and my Discourse) the power still remains in the people, (in the diffused body of them,
it is in respect of Policy, and Government, what the Sin against the Holy Ghost is to Religion, it destroys the foundations of the peace, and safety of men, and makes that to be the Artifice of man, which is the Ordinance of God. How much God abhorred this Pretense, will appear in the Case of Corah, and his company. When God sent Moses to bring the Israelites out of Egypt, he sanctified him, and put his Name upon him;
it is in respect of Policy, and Government, what the since against the Holy Ghost is to Religion, it Destroys the foundations of the peace, and safety of men, and makes that to be the Artifice of man, which is the Ordinance of God. How much God abhorred this Pretense, will appear in the Case of Corah, and his company. When God sent Moses to bring the Israelites out of Egypt, he sanctified him, and put his Name upon him;
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The supreme Power was in Moses, who called to his assistance a Senate, or Parliament, (NONLATINALPHABET) consisting of the Heads of the Tribes of Israel. In this Council Nature soon began to work, some envied Moses, whom God bad chosen, and Aaron the Saint of the Lord.
The supreme Power was in Moses, who called to his assistance a Senate, or Parliament, () consisting of the Heads of the Tribes of Israel. In this Council Nature soon began to work, Some envied Moses, whom God bade chosen, and Aaron the Saint of the Lord.
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Dathan, and Abiram, the Sons of Eliab, Heads of Families, in the Tribe of Reuben, thought both the Civil Power, and (if that must be transferred, from the first-born, to one Tribe ) the Priesthood also was due to them, being Eldest Brethren of the Eldest Tribe. Korah, an eminent man amongst the Levites, was offended, that the High-Priest's Office went beside him,
Dathan, and Abiram, the Sons of Eliab, Heads of Families, in the Tribe of Reuben, Thought both the Civil Power, and (if that must be transferred, from the firstborn, to one Tribe) the Priesthood also was due to them, being Eldest Brothers of the Eldest Tribe. Korah, an eminent man among the Levites, was offended, that the Highpriest's Office went beside him,
These were their secret griefs; for a redress whereof they make a party in the Parliament, they gain to them two hundred and fifty men, famous in the Parliament, men of renown; and, in order to their ambitious Designs, they remonstrate against Moses, Verse 13. and their Declaration was this Pretense, which we are upon;
These were their secret griefs; for a redress whereof they make a party in the Parliament, they gain to them two hundred and fifty men, famous in the Parliament, men of renown; and, in order to their ambitious Designs, they remonstrate against Moses, Verse 13. and their Declaration was this Pretense, which we Are upon;
that is, that their power was a contrivance of themselves, not an Ordinance of God; that, notwithstanding what God had done to setle the Civil, and Ecclesiastical power, it remained still in the people, or their Representatives assembled together.
that is, that their power was a contrivance of themselves, not an Ordinance of God; that, notwithstanding what God had done to settle the Civil, and Ecclesiastical power, it remained still in the people, or their Representatives assembled together.
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I have now done with these Pretenses, and my endeavour hath been to vindicate Religion from the charges of unbelieving Politicians, and indeed to shew, that it is not a Spirit of carnal Compliance, but the true, and genuine Spirit of Christianity, which runs thorough the Doctrine, and Government of the Church of England. After what hath been spoken, I hope, I may presume to say with the Apostle, Do we now make void the Laws through Faith? yea, we establish the Laws.
I have now done with these Pretences, and my endeavour hath been to vindicate Religion from the charges of unbelieving Politicians, and indeed to show, that it is not a Spirit of carnal Compliance, but the true, and genuine Spirit of Christianity, which runs through the Doctrine, and Government of the Church of England. After what hath been spoken, I hope, I may presume to say with the Apostle, Do we now make void the Laws through Faith? yea, we establish the Laws.
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It tells us in effect, that Might is Right; that every thing is just, or unjust; good, or evil according to the pleasure of the prevailing Force, whom we are to obey till a stronger then he cometh,
It tells us in Effect, that Might is Right; that every thing is just, or unjust; good, or evil according to the pleasure of the prevailing Force, whom we Are to obey till a Stronger then he comes,
That this is the genuine Christian Theory, hath in some measure been demonstrated; so that indeed it may be wondered from whence these Prejudices have arisen. But alass!
That this is the genuine Christian Theory, hath in Some measure been demonstrated; so that indeed it may be wondered from whence these Prejudices have arisen. But alas!
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If this be the Doctrine of Christianity, how comes it to pass, that those, who pretend the bighest to Religion, and profess themselves the ONELY Christians, (the Bigot, and Iesuited Romanist; the frighted, and transported Reformist ) have been authours of the most horrible Treasons, and Rebellions?
If this be the Doctrine of Christianity, how comes it to pass, that those, who pretend the bighest to Religion, and profess themselves the ONLY Christians, (the Bigot, and Jesuited Romanist; the frighted, and transported Reformist) have been Authors of the most horrible Treasons, and Rebellions?
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On one hand what means (shall I say the lowing of the Oxen, or rather) the roaring of the Bulls, the thundring of Excommunications, the absolving Subjects from their Allegiance, the actual Murthers of Princes, the Attempts for blowing up King, Lords, and Commons at one clap? What is the meaning of the noise of the Bels, of the claps of Squibs, and Fire-works, which we hear? On the other hand what was the meaning of that black,
On one hand what means (shall I say the lowing of the Oxen, or rather) the roaring of the Bulls, the thundering of Excommunications, the absolving Subjects from their Allegiance, the actual Murders of Princes, the Attempts for blowing up King, lords, and Commons At one clap? What is the meaning of the noise of the Bells, of the claps of Squibs, and Fireworks, which we hear? On the other hand what was the meaning of that black,
It is but a little while since the anointed of the Lord, the holiest, the wisest, the best of Kings, was taken in the suares of men pretending to Reformation, and sacrificed to the fury of men possessed by an evil Spirit from the Lord.
It is but a little while since the anointed of the Lord, the Holiest, the Wisest, the best of Kings, was taken in the Suares of men pretending to Reformation, and sacrificed to the fury of men possessed by an evil Spirit from the Lord.
Our King, and our Princes were amongst the Gentiles ( provoked to serve other Gods ) the Law was no more, the Prophets also received no vision from the Lord.
Our King, and our Princes were among the Gentiles (provoked to serve other God's) the Law was no more, the prophets also received no vision from the Lord.
It may be, God suffered the late Rebellion to prevail, that he might not leave himself without witness, but shew forth his wonders in our days, in the miraculous restitution of our gracious Sovereign, and the Church. If he had not been driven out, how could he have been restored? not by might, nor by power, but by the Spirit of our God.
It may be, God suffered the late Rebellion to prevail, that he might not leave himself without witness, but show forth his wonders in our days, in the miraculous restitution of our gracious Sovereign, and the Church. If he had not been driven out, how could he have been restored? not by might, nor by power, but by the Spirit of our God.
It may be, this was done, that we might say no more, The Lord liveth, which delivered us from the Treason of pretended Catholicks: but The Lord liveth, which hath delivered us from the Tyranny, and bloody rage of the wild Fanatical Enthusiasts.
It may be, this was done, that we might say no more, The Lord lives, which Delivered us from the Treason of pretended Catholics: but The Lord lives, which hath Delivered us from the Tyranny, and bloody rage of the wild Fanatical Enthusiasts.
Surely, all these things have been permitted, that the Stone, which the Builders refused, might be made tried, and precious, and that his Patience, his Piety, his Constancy in Religion, his Christian Magnanimity being manifest to all the World, by the impatient desire of all Nations, he might become the head of the Corner.
Surely, all these things have been permitted, that the Stone, which the Builders refused, might be made tried, and precious, and that his Patience, his Piety, his Constancy in Religion, his Christian Magnanimity being manifest to all the World, by the impatient desire of all nations, he might become the head of the Corner.
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Surely, these things were suffered, that the Faith, and Patience, and Loyalty of the Church of England might be made bright and glorious by the Flames of Persecution: and that in the day,
Surely, these things were suffered, that the Faith, and Patience, and Loyalty of the Church of England might be made bright and glorious by the Flames of Persecution: and that in the day,
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when God shall have given our most Gracious Sovereign the hearts, or necks of all his Enemies, it may not repent him of the Kindness he hath shewn to Religion, and Government, in lifting out of the dust the despised Head of that onely Church, (for ought I know) which makes Obedience without base restrictions,
when God shall have given our most Gracious Sovereign the hearts, or necks of all his Enemies, it may not Repent him of the Kindness he hath shown to Religion, and Government, in lifting out of the dust the despised Head of that only Church, (for ought I know) which makes obedience without base restrictions,
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and by the vengeance lately executed in the sight of this Sun, the Atheistical world might be convinced, that the Powers, that be, are ordained of God, and that,
and by the vengeance lately executed in the sighed of this Sun, the Atheistical world might be convinced, that the Powers, that be, Are ordained of God, and that,
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