The perfection, authority, and credibility of the Holy Scriptures. Discoursed in a sermon before the University of Cambridge, at the commencement, July 4. 1658. / By Nathanael Ingelo D.D. and Fellow of Eton Coll.
PArables are vocall Hieroglyphicks, lively images of usefull Truths, fitted for instruction. Like Pictures; NONLATINALPHABET, they are drawn in the proportions of some reall thing;
PArables Are vocal Hieroglyphics, lively Images of useful Truths, fitted for instruction. Like Pictures;, they Are drawn in the proportions of Some real thing;
and they do, as the Epistle to the Hebrewes saith of Moses his shadows NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET, by way of type and resemblance they do minister to the knowledge of heavenly matters;
and they do, as the Epistle to the Hebrews Says of Moses his shadows, by Way of type and resemblance they do minister to the knowledge of heavenly matters;
who did, by this kind of discourse, appositely set forth divine things, making fescues of known earthly resemblances to point to spiritual and heavenly doctrines, If I have told you earthly things and you believe not,
who did, by this kind of discourse, appositely Set forth divine things, making fescues of known earthly resemblances to point to spiritual and heavenly doctrines, If I have told you earthly things and you believe not,
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by reason of which, many that pretended to be great enquirers into profound mysteries, could not perceive any wisdome in them, that is, they could not see wood for trees,
by reason of which, many that pretended to be great enquirers into profound Mysteres, could not perceive any Wisdom in them, that is, they could not see wood for trees,
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both to hide the truth from such who had more then once shut their eyes against it: (and why should not God punish malitious winking with just darknesse?) and to make good men inquisitive;
both to hide the truth from such who had more then once shut their eyes against it: (and why should not God Punish malicious winking with just darkness?) and to make good men inquisitive;
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and the lovers of truth were alwayes more incited to enquire: that so they might see the Picture, which hung behind the Curtaine. NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET.
and the lovers of truth were always more incited to inquire: that so they might see the Picture, which hung behind the Curtain..
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as the learned Deacon said of old, who, speaking of the rich sense treasured up in the Scriptures, requiring the search of most careful meditation, breaks forth into these expressions.
as the learned Deacon said of old, who, speaking of the rich sense treasured up in the Scriptures, requiring the search of most careful meditation, breaks forth into these expressions.
NONLATINALPHABET, NONLATINALPHABET NONLATINALPHABET. O Abysse of rich notions, inviting all that are willing to draw as much truth as their vessels will hold,
,. Oh Abyss of rich notions, inviting all that Are willing to draw as much truth as their vessels will hold,
Nay, must the mystical rites of superstitious and idolatrous worships, have their maskes, lest they should be prostituted to vulgar contempt by naked representations? which there was great reason to fear,
Nay, must the mystical Rites of superstitious and idolatrous worships, have their masks, lest they should be prostituted to Vulgar contempt by naked representations? which there was great reason to Fear,
yet, why only should the pearles of incomparable price be exposed to unworthy swine? No, Christ justly hid the mysteries of his kingdome f•on the malicious,
yet, why only should the Pearls of incomparable price be exposed to unworthy Swine? No, christ justly hid the Mysteres of his Kingdom f•on the malicious,
Now, though this paragraph (beginning verse the 19. to the end of the Chapter) be not expressely called a Parable, as many others, which are unquestionably such, are also set down without the name;
Now, though this paragraph (beginning verse the 19. to the end of the Chapter) be not expressly called a Parable, as many Others, which Are unquestionably such, Are also Set down without the name;
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For, what tongue could Dives have, whose body was in the Grave? Or, what fingers should Lazarus dip in water, who was unbodied? Do flames of material fire burn souls,
For, what tongue could Dives have, whose body was in the Grave? Or, what fingers should Lazarus dip in water, who was unbodied? Do flames of material fire burn Souls,
What comfort can the just, made perfect, give to those, who are, not only condemned, but executed ? To upbraid the miserable is a thing unspeakably below the temper of the blessed, who are so because they were forgiven;
What Comfort can the just, made perfect, give to those, who Are, not only condemned, but executed? To upbraid the miserable is a thing unspeakably below the temper of the blessed, who Are so Because they were forgiven;
1. That a poor man whose soule is rich in goodnesse, though he be distressed in this world, shall one day be carried into the Regions of Repose and Blisse:
1. That a poor man whose soul is rich in Goodness, though he be distressed in this world, shall one day be carried into the Regions of Repose and Bliss:
and, with relations of strange things in the other world fright his brethren from their sins, doth also shew the true way to the Living in Abrahams answer, They have Moses and the Prophets, the sufficient guidance of the Scriptures;
and, with relations of strange things in the other world fright his brothers from their Sins, does also show the true Way to the Living in Abrahams answer, They have Moses and the prophets, the sufficient guidance of the Scriptures;
and if they will not follow that, there is no reason one shonld be sent from the dead, to preach to them, neither if one did come, would they heed him.
and if they will not follow that, there is no reason one should be sent from the dead, to preach to them, neither if one did come, would they heed him.
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Now, lest any should stumble at the threshold of my discourse, before I go any further, I will remove a scruple or two, which may possibly lie in the way.
Now, lest any should Stumble At the threshold of my discourse, before I go any further, I will remove a scruple or two, which may possibly lie in the Way.
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when he himself disputed with the Jewes, he thence convinced them of malitious unbeliefe. Had you believed Moses sayings, you would have believed me, for he wrote of me.
when he himself disputed with the Jews, he thence convinced them of malicious unbelief. Had you believed Moses sayings, you would have believed me, for he wrote of me.
What did he write? you may read in his book called Deuteronomy these words, God will raise up unto thee a Prophet like unto me, of thy brethren, according to thy desire,
What did he write? you may read in his book called Deuteronomy these words, God will raise up unto thee a Prophet like unto me, of thy brothers, according to thy desire,
So Philip and Nathanael, true Israelites, embraced him, saying with joy, We have found him of whom Moses wrote in the Law. Whom when the degenerate Jewes rejected, the wise Apostles reproved them from the same Moses, quoting the forecited words;
So Philip and Nathanael, true Israelites, embraced him, saying with joy, We have found him of whom Moses wrote in the Law. Whom when the degenerate Jews rejected, the wise Apostles reproved them from the same Moses, quoting the forecited words;
The Prophets also told the same tale, and Malachi that brought up the rear, and claspt the Old Testament, bad the Jewes expect the Sunne of Righteousnesse, which was to rise and spread his wholesome rayes like wings of salvation over the world.
The prophets also told the same tale, and Malachi that brought up the rear, and clasped the Old Testament, bade the Jews expect the Sun of Righteousness, which was to rise and spread his wholesome rays like wings of salvation over the world.
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and bad the people to prepare his way, by fitting their wicked hearts for so great a comfort, whofoever doth not receive Christs Gospel, doth not hear Moses and the Prophets:
and bade the people to prepare his Way, by fitting their wicked hearts for so great a Comfort, whofoever does not receive Christ Gospel, does not hear Moses and the prophets:
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For they taught that Christ was to be the light of the Gentiles, and the Glory of Israel, and this in a sence so raised, that the former glory stood valuable by it in no degree of comparison.
For they taught that christ was to be the Light of the Gentiles, and the Glory of Israel, and this in a sense so raised, that the former glory stood valuable by it in no degree of comparison.
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He was to chase away shadows, and what is the day to night? To heighten their motives with better promises, and take off the false Comments, which had crept upon the Law by the iniquity of the times, viz. the carelesnesse of the people,
He was to chase away shadows, and what is the day to night? To heighten their motives with better promises, and take off the false Comments, which had crept upon the Law by the iniquity of the times, viz. the carelessness of the people,
He that is no better advised, is just like a man, who having a great cause depending, is resolved, let it go right or wrong, he will use but one witnesse;
He that is no better advised, is just like a man, who having a great cause depending, is resolved, let it go right or wrong, he will use but one witness;
This spirit might murmur thus, Why could not one Cherubin have served to cover the Mercy-seat? God put two, whose faces were towards each other, and their wings did meet.
This Spirit might murmur thus, Why could not one Cherubin have served to cover the Mercy-seat? God put two, whose faces were towards each other, and their wings did meet.
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The Apostle Paul did not only advise Timothy to read them, but told him that they were able to make him wise to salvation ; (i.e.) were full of divine instructions,
The Apostle Paul did not only Advice Timothy to read them, but told him that they were able to make him wise to salvation; (i.e.) were full of divine instructions,
and as to himself, he professed that he had great consolation and hope through the knowledge of the rare instances of the Old Testament, in which he saw his hopes verified.
and as to himself, he professed that he had great consolation and hope through the knowledge of the rare instances of the Old Testament, in which he saw his hope's verified.
Who would destroy such famous memorials of Truth? and, writing to the Ephesians concerning the Church under the New Testament, which is an habitation of God through the spirit, he saies it is built upon the foundation of the Prophets and Apostles, Christ being the great Corner-stone.
Who would destroy such famous memorials of Truth? and, writing to the Ephesians Concerning the Church under the New Testament, which is an habitation of God through the Spirit, he Says it is built upon the Foundation of the prophets and Apostles, christ being the great Cornerstone.
When wise men pull stones out of the foundations of their houses, then good Christians may reject the writings of Moses, and the Prophets. So having reconciled two that were never at oddes (only some weak,
When wise men pull stones out of the foundations of their houses, then good Christians may reject the writings of Moses, and the prophets. So having reconciled two that were never At odds (only Some weak,
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or ill-minded people seek occasion to put difference amongst near friends) and having proved that neither are to be refused as superfluous, it remains to shew, (for some doubt it) that both are enough, and of that we have this fourfold assurance. 1. As they are Perfect Counsels of excellent wisdom, concerning the way to happinesse. 2. As they are strict injunctions of Divine Authority concerning our Duties. 3. As they containe the strongest Proofes of our Obligation to these Duties,
or ill-minded people seek occasion to put difference among near Friends) and having proved that neither Are to be refused as superfluous, it remains to show, (for Some doubt it) that both Are enough, and of that we have this fourfold assurance. 1. As they Are Perfect Counsels of excellent Wisdom, Concerning the Way to happiness. 2. As they Are strict injunctions of Divine authority Concerning our Duties. 3. As they contain the Strongest Proofs of our Obligation to these Duties,
and such as are no where else, and so are the best perswasions to our Wills. 4. As they are a Proposal of all these Truths to our understandings, in a way of most fair and full credibility.
and such as Are not where Else, and so Are the best persuasions to our Wills. 4. As they Are a Proposal of all these Truths to our understandings, in a Way of most fair and full credibility.
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Truths, otherwhere hid under much Rubbish, and mixed with many mistakes, are here pure and clear in the spring, not mudded with carelesse or beastly feet.
Truths, otherwhere hid under much Rubbish, and mixed with many mistakes, Are Here pure and clear in the spring, not mudded with careless or beastly feet.
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There is no plant of Righteousnesse, no wholesome herb in the world, but it was carried out of Christs garden (who planted them in Paradise?) and therefore he might well put them in his Gospel, they were his own,
There is no plant of Righteousness, no wholesome herb in the world, but it was carried out of Christ garden (who planted them in Paradise?) and Therefore he might well put them in his Gospel, they were his own,
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After God had spoken by severall parcels, and after divers manners by the Prophets, at last he sent his Son to perfect the book, write it full, and seal it up:
After God had spoken by several parcels, and After diverse manners by the prophets, At last he sent his Son to perfect the book, write it full, and seal it up:
and doing the world a curtesie, he shall but bring a curse upon himselfe: for Christ hath made it NONLATINALPHABET, (i.e.) a perfect Canon. Now that appears thus.
and doing the world a courtesy, he shall but bring a curse upon himself: for christ hath made it, (i.e.) a perfect Canon. Now that appears thus.
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God hath declared Christ to be our Prophet, commanded us to hear him, told him all his mind concerning us, laid up in him all the treasures of divine wisdom.
God hath declared christ to be our Prophet, commanded us to hear him, told him all his mind Concerning us, laid up in him all the treasures of divine Wisdom.
He told his Disciples, all that he heard of his Father, bad them go and preach it, and promised salvation to all that should believe it. Paul professed that he had declared the whole Councell of God in his preaching, and pronounced a curse upon any Angel, that should bring another Gospel. The Evangelist Luke wrote all that Christ taught till his Ascension, and Saint Iohn added as much concerning the miracles of Christ,
He told his Disciples, all that he herd of his Father, bade them go and preach it, and promised salvation to all that should believe it. Paul professed that he had declared the Whole Council of God in his preaching, and pronounced a curse upon any Angel, that should bring Another Gospel. The Evangelist Lycia wrote all that christ taught till his Ascension, and Saint John added as much Concerning the Miracles of christ,
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2. As we relate to others, he hath taught us how to behave our selves to them in his most perfect Rules, Love thy neighbour as thy self, Do what thou wouldst have done to thee,
2. As we relate to Others, he hath taught us how to behave our selves to them in his most perfect Rules, Love thy neighbour as thy self, Do what thou Wouldst have done to thee,
He, if any, taught the NONLATINALPHABET, the right estimations of soul and body, that we are, what we are, most upon the account of soul, whole nature and duration he hath declared and taught to provide for immortality.
He, if any, taught the, the right estimations of soul and body, that we Are, what we Are, most upon the account of soul, Whole nature and duration he hath declared and taught to provide for immortality.
but how short your prescriptions? what sobernesse of mind? What Temperance, Meekness, and Peace, are the products of his precepts? He which reads Christs words duly, is perfectly instructed to every good work.
but how short your prescriptions? what soberness of mind? What Temperance, Meekness, and Peace, Are the products of his Precepts? He which reads Christ words duly, is perfectly instructed to every good work.
So that if the Grace which Christ hath brought to light in the Gospel, hath taught us Godlinesse, Righteousnesse, and Sobriety, we may say with Tertullian ;
So that if the Grace which christ hath brought to Light in the Gospel, hath taught us Godliness, Righteousness, and Sobriety, we may say with Tertullian;
not to do Gods will, but serve their own! Our Saviours words do easily accommodate themselvs to such people, You teach for doctrines the Commands of men,
not to do God's will, but serve their own! Our Saviors words do Easily accommodate themselves to such people, You teach for doctrines thee Commands of men,
and commends the diligent heed they gave to it, till the day-star should arise, peradventure till the truth of the prophesies of Christ shined forth in their accomplishment.
and commends the diligent heed they gave to it, till the daystar should arise, Peradventure till the truth of the prophecies of christ shined forth in their accomplishment.
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and in which sence it is used in good authors (for so Iamblicus in the 21 Chapter of his Protrepticks, being about to expound Pythagoras his short precepts, sayes, NONLATINALPHABET I will give the exposition of every precept :) is so far from disagreeing with the former, that it is a necessary consequence from it, as the best ground:
and in which sense it is used in good Authors (for so Iamblicus in the 21 Chapter of his Protreptics, being about to expound Pythagoras his short Precepts, Says, I will give the exposition of every precept:) is so Far from disagreeing with the former, that it is a necessary consequence from it, as the best ground:
which as it is most absurd to his purpose, so all that it does afford for argument to prove the obscurity of the Scriptures is but this, Because a man will not let me put what sence I please upon his words,
which as it is most absurd to his purpose, so all that it does afford for argument to prove the obscurity of the Scriptures is but this, Because a man will not let me put what sense I please upon his words,
But as we see what little reason there is for that triumph in which the Papists bring this particular Scripture to accuse the whole of obscurity (for it neither speaks of their obscurity nor plainnesse ) so we see by it,
But as we see what little reason there is for that triumph in which the Papists bring this particular Scripture to accuse the Whole of obscurity (for it neither speaks of their obscurity nor plainness) so we see by it,
how great reason we have to believe the Scriptures, since their authority is from God. It is a plain consequence, since the holy perimen neither invented them by their wit,
how great reason we have to believe the Scriptures, since their Authority is from God. It is a plain consequence, since the holy perimen neither invented them by their wit,
and once so disobedient, that for it he was kept out of Canaan, and if his design had been to have had credit for his own authority, he would never have lessened it with that story.
and once so disobedient, that for it he was kept out of Canaan, and if his Design had been to have had credit for his own Authority, he would never have lessened it with that story.
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The Apostles were weak in themselves, and so far from being the New Wine of the Gospel, that till Christ had strengthened them with new principles, they were like old torn bottles, they could not receive it.
The Apostles were weak in themselves, and so Far from being the New Wine of the Gospel, that till christ had strengthened them with new principles, they were like old torn bottles, they could not receive it.
and a peculiar signature or mark of divine authority, which I do not find in any other book. 1. The spirit of Prophesie, which foretold such things as are beyond the skill of nature, and art to foresee.
and a peculiar signature or mark of divine Authority, which I do not find in any other book. 1. The Spirit of Prophesy, which foretold such things as Are beyond the skill of nature, and art to foresee.
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The Latines made known their sense of it to be such in the name by which they called it, that is, Divinatio, and they and the Greeks both confirmed, this opinion, by offering sacrifice when they consulted their Oracles concerning things to come.
The Latins made known their sense of it to be such in the name by which they called it, that is, Divinatio, and they and the Greeks both confirmed, this opinion, by offering sacrifice when they consulted their Oracles Concerning things to come.
yet this spirit also appears manifestly in the Gospel, both in Christ and his Apostles. Who hath not read the twenty fourth of Matthew ? where the whole progress of the Gospel is foretold, to wit, that it should be preacht to all nations by the Apostles, that they should be questioned before Rulers and Judges about it, that Jerusalem should be destroyed for disobedience to it;
yet this Spirit also appears manifestly in the Gospel, both in christ and his Apostles. Who hath not read the twenty fourth of Matthew? where the Whole progress of the Gospel is foretold, to wit, that it should be preached to all Nations by the Apostles, that they should be questioned before Rulers and Judges about it, that Jerusalem should be destroyed for disobedience to it;
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because they knew not the day of their visitation, though all the marks of prophesie concerning it were visible, Christ himself often holding them before their eys;
Because they knew not the day of their Visitation, though all the marks of prophesy Concerning it were visible, christ himself often holding them before their eyes;
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nor give heed to those who for a long time warned them of their danger. That the Apostles of Christ had this spirit also, is manifest by their respective writings.
nor give heed to those who for a long time warned them of their danger. That the Apostles of christ had this Spirit also, is manifest by their respective writings.
It was a double argument of the Messiah, which Christ sent to Iohn by his disciples in his Symbolicall answer, The blind receive their sight, the lame walk, the deaf hear, &c. (i.
It was a double argument of the Messiah, which christ sent to John by his Disciples in his Symbolical answer, The blind receive their sighed, the lame walk, the deaf hear, etc. (i.
but by which of their Devices, nay, by which of Hippocrates Aphorismes may one learn to cure a lame man with ones shadow, or a fever with a handkerchief ?
but by which of their Devices, nay, by which of Hippocrates Aphorisms may one Learn to cure a lame man with ones shadow, or a fever with a handkerchief?
What is further to be said in confirmation of this proof, I shall bring in by and by to discredit the mock-miracles of some heathen pretenders quoted in opposition to Christ;
What is further to be said in confirmation of this proof, I shall bring in by and by to discredit the mock-miracles of Some heathen pretenders quoted in opposition to christ;
when he came as the true Messia, so the predictions and predescriptions of Antichrist, written by Christ and his Apostles, gave argument against them,
when he Come as the true Messiah, so the predictions and predescriptions of Antichrist, written by christ and his Apostles, gave argument against them,
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and after forty dayes converse with worthy persons by a glorious ascension before competent witnesses endeavour to get belief in the world? No, no, God will not be a witnesse of falshood.
and After forty days converse with worthy Persons by a glorious Ascension before competent Witnesses endeavour to get belief in the world? No, no, God will not be a witness of falsehood.
What Philosopher ever used the mode of such Authority? for the things menaced; what Tyrant ever mentioned them? or if he had, the Majesty had been ridiculous. Eternall punishments! poor men!
What Philosopher ever used the mode of such authority? for the things menaced; what Tyrant ever mentioned them? or if he had, the Majesty had been ridiculous. Eternal punishments! poor men!
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and in the use of these threatnings, the great Father of the world threatens his children, that so by a wise feare they may escape the feeling of his Rod.
and in the use of these threatenings, the great Father of the world threatens his children, that so by a wise Fear they may escape the feeling of his Rod.
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He punisheth in love, and his threatnings are in their natural tendency wholesome, since God hath among many other things formed them for our preservation.
He Punisheth in love, and his threatenings Are in their natural tendency wholesome, since God hath among many other things formed them for our preservation.
and think it not enough to see how ugly sin is in it self, God sets also before them its miserable Attendants, Pale Death, Wan Fear, Grim Terrours, and these Eternall. Who but God commanded his servants and threatned them Hell, if they obeyed not? Fear ye not me who set bounds to the Sea,
and think it not enough to see how ugly since is in it self, God sets also before them its miserable Attendants, Pale Death, Wan fear, Grim Terrors, and these Eternal. Who but God commanded his Servants and threatened them Hell, if they obeyed not? fear you not me who Set bounds to the Sea,
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and when it swells, makes its own waves roule it in again, as a stubborn slave is pull'd back by his own haire? Fearest thou not me, in whose hand is thy life, thy breath and all thy wayes? who will come in flaming fire,
and when it Swells, makes its own waves roll it in again, as a stubborn slave is pulled back by his own hair? Fearest thou not me, in whose hand is thy life, thy breath and all thy ways? who will come in flaming fire,
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What will make us like unto God, if he do not, when he is made so like unto us? Who can unfold the mercies lapp't up in this Mystery? In this good Angels find wonder and joy, Devills horror and envie,
What will make us like unto God, if he do not, when he is made so like unto us? Who can unfold the Mercies lapped up in this Mystery? In this good Angels find wonder and joy, Devils horror and envy,
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Now if any say that these things are enough, if they can be proved to be true, I hasten to the fourth particular head; (i.e.) That the Scriptures are a proposal of all these Truths to our understandings in a way of most fair and full credibility, & that appears in these three things.
Now if any say that these things Are enough, if they can be proved to be true, I hasten to the fourth particular head; (i.e.) That the Scriptures Are a proposal of all these Truths to our understandings in a Way of most fair and full credibility, & that appears in these three things.
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3. The expressions in which they are laid down, are plain, and fairly intelligible. No man can say, but when things are propounded so, he is fairly dealt withall.
3. The expressions in which they Are laid down, Are plain, and fairly intelligible. No man can say, but when things Are propounded so, he is fairly dealt withal.
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2. Because since all writings need witnesse, that we might not doubt this to be his, he hath sent it attested by the witnesse of all those that were worthy to be believed, (i. e.) the good men of all ages.
2. Because since all writings need witness, that we might not doubt this to be his, he hath sent it attested by the witness of all those that were worthy to be believed, (i. e.) the good men of all ages.
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nor be eye-witnesses of his miracles, see him rise out of grave, and ascend into heaven, put their fingers into his side, &c. what then? will they not believe unlesse they do? shall Christ be crucified afresh in every age, that we may see him rise from the dead? but because Christ was not to remain alwayes below,
nor be Eyewitnesses of his Miracles, see him rise out of grave, and ascend into heaven, put their fingers into his side, etc. what then? will they not believe unless they do? shall christ be Crucified afresh in every age, that we may see him rise from the dead? but Because christ was not to remain always below,
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and the rust of malicious designes, Monumentum Christi est divina Scriptura, in qua divinitatis & humanitatis ejus mysteria densitate literae veluti quadam muniuntur Petra.
and the rust of malicious designs, Monument Christ est Divine Scripture, in qua divinitatis & humanitatis His Mysteries densitate literae Veluti Quadam muniuntur Petra.
How much God was in love with this way appeared of old, for though he was pleased to converse familiarly with his plain friends the Patriarchs, yet lest his counsels should slip out of the frail minds of men, he commanded Moses to write them.
How much God was in love with this Way appeared of old, for though he was pleased to converse familiarly with his plain Friends the Patriarchs, yet lest his Counsels should slip out of the frail minds of men, he commanded Moses to write them.
for it became Septum Legis, whilest they looked to the words, God secured the sence: and how unsure all other wayes are, we may perceive in that the Church hath not preserved the remembrance of Christs miracles, which were unwritten.
for it became Septum Legis, whilst they looked to the words, God secured the sense: and how unsure all other ways Are, we may perceive in that the Church hath not preserved the remembrance of Christ Miracles, which were unwritten.
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and since Christ was not to stay here to preach alwayes, he enabled those whom he deputed to declare his will in several languages, that it might be understood by divers Nations,
and since christ was not to stay Here to preach always, he enabled those whom he deputed to declare his will in several languages, that it might be understood by diverse nations,
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Why should any man be unsatisfied with this way of delivery, whereas Princes and States, in matters which they esteem the greatest, receive the Proposals of Ambassadours by an Interpreter ? If to read, or hear these read, be not sufficient to direct us, what shall become of the blind, who can neither read Original nor Translation ? And if any think that they say a great matter against Translations, when they affirm, That we know not the signification of Hebrew and Greek words,
Why should any man be unsatisfied with this Way of delivery, whereas Princes and States, in matters which they esteem the greatest, receive the Proposals of ambassadors by an Interpreter? If to read, or hear these read, be not sufficient to Direct us, what shall become of the blind, who can neither read Original nor translation? And if any think that they say a great matter against Translations, when they affirm, That we know not the signification of Hebrew and Greek words,
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shall an English-man for this fine reason doubt, whether he can speak true English or no? or shall any child neglect his Duty to his Parents, whom he can know but by Report ? Behold how many ways can the divine Providence use one thing? The first division of Tongues broke a foolish attempt of scaling the skies;
shall an Englishman for this fine reason doubt, whither he can speak true English or no? or shall any child neglect his Duty to his Parents, whom he can know but by Report? Behold how many ways can the divine Providence use one thing? The First division of Tongues broke a foolish attempt of scaling the skies;
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By the curtesie of so many Translations, the Holy Ghost appears again in cloven Tongues. Those men which would make us believe the written word, is no fit Rule,
By the courtesy of so many Translations, the Holy Ghost appears again in cloven Tongues. Those men which would make us believe the written word, is no fit Rule,
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Those who could not be willing to deceive themselves (for they ventur'd this and the other world on't) and they which did so, what design could they have upon us?
Those who could not be willing to deceive themselves (for they ventured this and the other world oned) and they which did so, what Design could they have upon us?
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2. The second assertion above-mentioned is, that whatsoever comes to us as Gods word, we ought not to reject it without weighty reasons, to make us think he did not say it, Against the Scriptures, we can imagine but two things objectable in this point. 1. Invalidity in the evidence given for them. 2. Sufficient Counter-witnesse against them.
2. The second assertion abovementioned is, that whatsoever comes to us as God's word, we ought not to reject it without weighty Reasons, to make us think he did not say it, Against the Scriptures, we can imagine but two things objectable in this point. 1. Invalidity in the evidence given for them. 2. Sufficient Counterwitness against them.
1. As to the first, what can invalidate the evidence? Insufficiency can be imputed but upon two accounts, either they know not the things they wrote, or they did not write the truth they knew, as some Hereticks said in Tertullians time.
1. As to the First, what can invalidate the evidence? Insufficiency can be imputed but upon two accounts, either they know not the things they wrote, or they did not write the truth they knew, as Some Heretics said in Tertullia's time.
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Quis integrae mentis credere potest eos aliquid ignorasse, quos Dominus individuos habuit in comitatu, in discipulatu, in convictu? &c. They were such as walkt with Christ, eat with him,
Quis integrae mentis Believe potest eos Aliquid ignorasse, quos Dominus individuos Habuit in comitatu, in discipulatu, in convictu? etc. They were such as walked with christ, eat with him,
and capacity to all worldly advantages, and expose themselves to all contempt and cruelty for what they knew to be a lie? and this too only to please themselves in writing Christian Religion, which of all things doth abominate a lie?
and capacity to all worldly advantages, and expose themselves to all contempt and cruelty for what they knew to be a lie? and this too only to please themselves in writing Christian Religion, which of all things does abominate a lie?
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could not prove to be true in an ordinary way, but that they had good assurance that they came from God? So that what any raile afterward, is of too late a date, to signifie any thing to wise and good men. Who ever of any credit;
could not prove to be true in an ordinary Way, but that they had good assurance that they Come from God? So that what any rail afterwards, is of too late a date, to signify any thing to wise and good men. Who ever of any credit;
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or heard with their eares, as Saint Iohn, or NONLATINALPHABET as Saint Luke. Even as they delivered them unto us, which from the beginning were eyewitnesses, and Ministers, of the word.
or herd with their ears, as Saint John, or as Saint Lycia. Even as they Delivered them unto us, which from the beginning were Eyewitnesses, and Ministers, of the word.
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1. The Iewes were his sworne enemies, and when they brought Christ or his followers before Magistrates, they accused them of civil sedition, or for speaking that which they then owned, but not for forgery, as we read in the accusation of Christ at Ierusalem by the High Priest, and by Tertullus Oration before Festus. The Magistrates, though most of them had a mind to please the Jewes,
1. The Iewes were his sworn enemies, and when they brought christ or his followers before Magistrates, they accused them of civil sedition, or for speaking that which they then owned, but not for forgery, as we read in the accusation of christ At Ierusalem by the High Priest, and by Tertullus Oration before Festus. The Magistrates, though most of them had a mind to please the Jews,
(NONLATINALPHABET) And what can any man unlesse malice hath made him mad, say against him, in whose behalf he confesseth, that God hath borne Testimony? But see whither malice will carry one!
() And what can any man unless malice hath made him mad, say against him, in whose behalf he Confesses, that God hath born Testimony? But see whither malice will carry one!
If there be not a New Testament, what will become of the Old? Christian Religion and the Verity thereof is the only proof, that Moses and the rest were true Prophets.
If there be not a New Testament, what will become of the Old? Christian Religion and the Verity thereof is the only proof, that Moses and the rest were true prophets.
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2. The Devills were notorious enemies, and pretended that Christ tormented them before their time with his appearance, and spoyled their Devillish sport.
2. The Devils were notorious enemies, and pretended that christ tormented them before their time with his appearance, and spoiled their Devilish sport.
But why should he own their testimony whom he knew to be lyars from the beginning ? so the Lacedaemonians would not have a good saying sullied with a wicked mouth.
But why should he own their testimony whom he knew to be liars from the beginning? so the Lacedaemonians would not have a good saying sullied with a wicked Mouth.
Porphyrie the enemy of Christ doth not only confesse the former. NONLATINALPHABET, NONLATINALPHABET O me! my Tripodes are over-thrown, The true Sun puts out the false one;
Porphyry the enemy of christ does not only confess the former., Oh me! my Tripodes Are overthrown, The true Sun puts out the false one;
NONLATINALPHABET. Since Christ was worshipped, we lost the publick benefit of the Gods. The Oracle which Iulian also consulted could not speak, being choaked with the bones of a Christian Martyr Babylas, who was buried hard by.
. Since christ was worshipped, we lost the public benefit of the God's The Oracle which Iulian also consulted could not speak, being choked with the bones of a Christian Martyr Babylas, who was buried hard by.
Had Plutarch but minded this, it would have saved him a great deal of labour, vvhich he spent in vain, to assign to many foolish causes of the defect of Oracles.
Had Plutarch but minded this, it would have saved him a great deal of labour, which he spent in vain, to assign to many foolish Causes of the defect of Oracles.
Neither vvould he have so perverted the story, vvhich he reports concerning the hovvling of the Devils upon Thamus his proclaiming, NONLATINALPHABET The news of great Pan's death ;
Neither would he have so perverted the story, which he reports Concerning the howling of the Devils upon Thamus his proclaiming, The news of great Pan's death;
But if by that great Pan the God of Shepherds, vvas fignified Christ, the Shepherd of the Sheep, NONLATINALPHABET, great in his death, as the Authour to the Hebrevves calls him, (though our Translation perverts the sence of the place) who died about this time:
But if by that great Pan the God of Shepherd's, was signified christ, the Shepherd of the Sheep,, great in his death, as the Author to the Hebrews calls him, (though our translation perverts the sense of the place) who died about this time:
They had great reason to howle, for by death he destroyed him that had NONLATINALPHABET, the Kingdom or Dominion of death, (i. e.) the Devill. for so NONLATINALPHABET, NONLATINALPHABET.
They had great reason to howl, for by death he destroyed him that had, the Kingdom or Dominion of death, (i. e.) the devil. for so,.
NONLATINALPHABET 3. The Heathen Philosophers bore witnesse to him, many of which being convinced with the demonstration of his truth became Christians.
3. The Heathen Philosophers boar witness to him, many of which being convinced with the demonstration of his truth became Christians.
Dionysius the Areopagite, Polycarp, Iustin, Irenaeus, Athenagoras, &c. They were acknowledged Philosophers, and whether they were true converts or no, they shewed,
Dionysius the Areopagite, Polycarp, Justin, Irnaeus, Athenagoras, etc. They were acknowledged Philosophers, and whither they were true converts or no, they showed,
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for divers of them became Martyrs, I may adde to those named before Origen, who when the deluge of Idolatry had overspread the learned world, was that holy Ark in which Philosophy was preserved for the service of Christian Religion;
for diverse of them became Martyrs, I may add to those nam before Origen, who when the deluge of Idolatry had overspread the learned world, was that holy Ark in which Philosophy was preserved for the service of Christian Religion;
and spoyled the heathenish hopes by undoing that foolish objection, to wit, that none but the rude multitude became disciples of Christ, they saw it was not want of learning that made them Christians,
and spoiled the Heathenish hope's by undoing that foolish objection, to wit, that none but the rude multitude became Disciples of christ, they saw it was not want of learning that made them Christians,
but whilest he disputed against motion, Origen walked up and down, (i.e.) whilst one cavil'd at Christs miracles, the other and his contemporaries did them by his Name and Prayers.
but whilst he disputed against motion, Origen walked up and down, (i.e.) while one caviled At Christ Miracles, the other and his contemporaries did them by his Name and Prayers.
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So Origen having in word and deed, made a just vindication of our Saviours honour, to cut off all further objections at one blow (in the second of his books against Celsus ) sets him this impossible task.
So Origen having in word and deed, made a just vindication of our Saviors honour, to Cut off all further objections At one blow (in the second of his books against Celsus) sets him this impossible task.
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NONLATINALPHABET (i.e.) Let him shew us not many but a few, nay but one, such as Christ was, who with the divine glory of his Miracles and powerful wisdom of his holy doctrine did so much good unto mankind, mended the world which lay in wickednesse, and of the worst of men, made so many thousands good.
(i.e.) Let him show us not many but a few, nay but one, such as christ was, who with the divine glory of his Miracles and powerful Wisdom of his holy Doctrine did so much good unto mankind, mended the world which lay in wickedness, and of the worst of men, made so many thousands good.
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qui sine ulla vi carminum, &c. (i.e.) Can you shew us any of the Magicians in any age, which performed but the thousand part of what Christ did? who without any inchantments, juices of herbs, observations of sacrifices,
qui sine ulla vi carminum, etc. (i.e.) Can you show us any of the Magicians in any age, which performed but the thousand part of what christ did? who without any enchantments, juices of herbs, observations of Sacrifices,
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though he took up the Cudgells vvhich vvere beaten out of the hands of Celsus, moved probably vvith indignation, to see the blood of one of his ovvn party run dovvn so fresh, vvhose head vvas justly not long before broken by Origen. But he resolved to expresse his hatred of the Christian Religion,
though he took up the Cudgels which were beaten out of the hands of Celsus, moved probably with Indignation, to see the blood of one of his own party run down so fresh, whose head was justly not long before broken by Origen. But he resolved to express his hatred of the Christian Religion,
as Hierom witnesseth in his preface to his Commentaries upon the Epistle to the Galatians. A little after, Hierocles thinking the matter but imperfectly done, tried once more to mend it,
as Hieronymus Witnesseth in his preface to his Commentaries upon the Epistle to the Galatians. A little After, Hierocles thinking the matter but imperfectly done, tried once more to mend it,
NONLATINALPHABET. He stole impudently out of their writings not only the sence, but the very words and syllables, only he attempted to answer the question of Origen by naming Apollonius Tyanaeus whom he would needs put as a great Antichrist in comparison of our Saviour as equalled and excelled by his works.
. He stole impudently out of their writings not only the sense, but the very words and syllables, only he attempted to answer the question of Origen by naming Apollonius Tyanaeus whom he would needs put as a great Antichrist in comparison of our Saviour as equaled and excelled by his works.
for though he tells strange stories, they go far short of his purpose, being some grossly wicked, sundry of them Magicall devices, many pitifully insignificant, and ridiculous, all of them of contemptible quotation to frame a comparison against Christ.
for though he tells strange stories, they go Far short of his purpose, being Some grossly wicked, sundry of them Magical devices, many pitifully insignificant, and ridiculous, all of them of contemptible quotation to frame a comparison against christ.
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Some are grossely wicked, as his offering sacrifice to appease the Ghost of Palamedes, and his making prayers to him to lay aside his anger against the Greeks, which it seems remained still with him in the other world,
some Are grossly wicked, as his offering sacrifice to appease the Ghost of Palamedes, and his making Prayers to him to lay aside his anger against the Greeks, which it seems remained still with him in the other world,
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and yet he himself durst not teach Antisthenes, who desired to learn of him, because the Ghost of Achilles forbad him, Antisthenes being forsooth one that used to speak well of his enemy, Hector. Also at the command of this envious soul, he went an Ambassodor to the Thessalians, to perswade them to renew their sacrifices at the grave of Achilles, vvhich at his Mediation they did.
and yet he himself durst not teach Antisthenes, who desired to Learn of him, Because the Ghost of Achilles forbade him, Antisthenes being forsooth one that used to speak well of his enemy, Hector. Also At the command of this envious soul, he went an Ambassodor to the Thessalians, to persuade them to renew their Sacrifices At the grave of Achilles, which At his Mediation they did.
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Among his Magical devices I reckon his seven rings, which he called after the names of the seven Planets, which he wrote each day differently according to the name of the Planet, which the day bore.
Among his Magical devices I reckon his seven rings, which he called After the names of the seven Planets, which he wrote each day differently according to the name of the Planet, which the day boar.
as of their Tables, which moved of themselves, and brought in dinner of bread, fruits and herbs, which put themselves in order, better then any Cook could do.
as of their Tables, which moved of themselves, and brought in dinner of bred, fruits and herbs, which put themselves in order, better then any Cook could do.
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one hot, one cold, which came into the Dining-Room of themselves, and of little pages of black brass, which mingled the wine with water, and powred it forth, also of two Hogs-heads, one filled with water, another with wind, from which they supplyed the Countrey, with showers,
one hight, one cold, which Come into the Dining-Room of themselves, and of little pages of black brass, which mingled the wine with water, and poured it forth, also of two Hogsheads, one filled with water, Another with wind, from which they supplied the Country, with showers,
and makes great hope concerning himself, that he should prove some-body, being one that had drunk of the Cup of Tantalus, that is, communicated with them in their secret mysteries, as we read in his letter to Iarchas, and what he practised according to these principles, Philostratus sets down at large.
and makes great hope Concerning himself, that he should prove somebody, being one that had drunk of the Cup of Tantalus, that is, communicated with them in their secret Mysteres, as we read in his Letter to Iarchas, and what he practised according to these principles, Philostratus sets down At large.
How ridiculous also is that converse, which he pretended to have with the Ghost of Achilles ? he only asked him a few slight questions concerning Homers fabulous stories;
How ridiculous also is that converse, which he pretended to have with the Ghost of Achilles? he only asked him a few slight questions Concerning Homers fabulous stories;
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and lastly, whether Homer knew Palamedes, or if he did, why he did not set down his discourses ? These were the five great questions which he asked Achilles, the resolution of such queries did as much good to the world,
and lastly, whither Homer knew Palamedes, or if he did, why he did not Set down his discourses? These were the five great questions which he asked Achilles, the resolution of such queries did as much good to the world,
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for which was he better or worse? These things thus storied of Apollonius, are so far from proving him equall to Christ, that they leave him a great way short of a good man.
for which was he better or Worse? These things thus storied of Apollonius, Are so Far from proving him equal to christ, that they leave him a great Way short of a good man.
Did our Saviour seek glory by such things? did the Apostles lean upon such reeds? Or if it be said that he performed some things of better note, and particularly some great cures;
Did our Saviour seek glory by such things? did the Apostles lean upon such reeds? Or if it be said that he performed Some things of better note, and particularly Some great cures;
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And if he taught some good things, so did many excellent Philosophers, Heathenish and Christian, which one should foolishly compare with Christ. So that though Celsus bragged that many might easily appear like unto Christ, (but named none) and Hierocles would needs take this for one,
And if he taught Some good things, so did many excellent Philosophers, Heathenish and Christian, which one should foolishly compare with christ. So that though Celsus bragged that many might Easily appear like unto christ, (but nam none) and Hierocles would needs take this for one,
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so their testimony for what they are, is contemptible, one single Philostratus, and he confesses that what one Damis an Assyrian whom Apollonius took up in his way to India, had not very hansomely written concerning his travels;
so their testimony for what they Are, is contemptible, one single Philostratus, and he Confesses that what one Damis an assyrian whom Apollonius took up in his Way to India, had not very handsomely written Concerning his travels;
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and what Maximus a Cilician added concerning what Apollonius did in the City AEgae : he gathered together at the request of Queen Iulia, and so patched up his story.
and what Maximus a Cilician added Concerning what Apollonius did in the city AEgae: he gathered together At the request of Queen Iulia, and so patched up his story.
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Alas, what is this to the testimony of thousands, and ten thousands of wise and good men, that lived in the confession of Christ, and died for the Confirmation of his Gospel.
Alas, what is this to the testimony of thousands, and ten thousands of wise and good men, that lived in the Confessi of christ, and died for the Confirmation of his Gospel.
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NONLATINALPHABET. (i.e.) Philostratus gathered together a company of absurd and incredible things, full of madnesse, meer fables, invented to please Apollonius, which none of any sence or reason would believe.
. (i.e.) Philostratus gathered together a company of absurd and incredible things, full of madness, mere fables, invented to please Apollonius, which none of any sense or reason would believe.
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And therefore Eusebius in his book entituled against Hierocles, but written chiefly against Philostratus, did justly taxe Hierocles, who was otherwise a grave Philosopher, for the unreasonable credulity, which he gave to such odde relations,
And Therefore Eusebius in his book entitled against Hierocles, but written chiefly against Philostratus, did justly Tax Hierocles, who was otherwise a grave Philosopher, for the unreasonable credulity, which he gave to such odd relations,
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Lest any should make objection against what I have said, as if the Honour of Apollonius depended not upon the single testimony of Philostratus, I shall adde a few words.
Lest any should make objection against what I have said, as if the Honour of Apollonius depended not upon the single testimony of Philostratus, I shall add a few words.
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It's true, there is also a short story related by Flavius Vopiscus concerning the apparition of Apollonius many yeares after his death to Aurelian the Emperour, a little before the taking of Tyana, and that he charged the Emperour to shew mercy to the Inhabitants, Aureliane, si vis vincere, nihil est quod de civium meorum nece cogites, &c. whereupon, he saith, that Aurelian, though he had vowed, upon their shutting the gates against him, not to leave so much as a dog alive in the Town, intending the utter ruine of the place,
It's true, there is also a short story related by Flavius Vopiscus Concerning the apparition of Apollonius many Years After his death to Aurelian the Emperor, a little before the taking of Tyana, and that he charged the Emperor to show mercy to the Inhabitants, Aurelian, si vis vincere, nihil est quod de Citizens meorum niece cogites, etc. whereupon, he Says, that Aurelian, though he had vowed, upon their shutting the gates against him, not to leave so much as a dog alive in the Town, intending the utter ruin of the place,
It was not the first time, that the Devill appeared in a Prophets mantle. But we may well suspect the Truth of it, both because it is not mentioned in Aurelians letter to Mallius Chilo, wherein he gives him an account of the taking of Tyana, and why he killed Heraclammon, though he spared the rest, where it seems utterly improbable, that he would have concealed that apparition, had it been the reason of his clemency.
It was not the First time, that the devil appeared in a prophets mantle. But we may well suspect the Truth of it, both Because it is not mentioned in Aurelians Letter to Mallius Chilo, wherein he gives him an account of the taking of Tyana, and why he killed Heraclammon, though he spared the rest, where it seems utterly improbable, that he would have concealed that apparition, had it been the reason of his clemency.
yet grants that he believed it, the rather because of the greatnesse of Apollonius, which he understood from Greek books, that is, those of Philostratus, which are discredited already.
yet grants that he believed it, the rather Because of the greatness of Apollonius, which he understood from Greek books, that is, those of Philostratus, which Are discredited already.
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And confesseth in the beginning of his story, that Iunius Tiberianus, at whose request he wrote it, in honour of Aurelian, of whom he claimed kindred, bad him fill it up with lies or any thing, Scribe nt libet: securus, quod velis, dicas, habiturus mendaciorum comites, quos historicae eloquentiae miramur autores ) and to take off his scruples if he had any, which he makes no shew that he had concerning Truth, he told him, that he should not be the first that wrote lies among true things, many other Historians having done the same.
And Confesses in the beginning of his story, that Iunius Tiberian, At whose request he wrote it, in honour of Aurelian, of whom he claimed kindred, bade him fill it up with lies or any thing, Scribe nt libet: Secure, quod velis, dicas, habiturus Mendaciorum comites, quos historicae eloquentiae Miramur autores) and to take off his scruples if he had any, which he makes no show that he had Concerning Truth, he told him, that he should not be the First that wrote lies among true things, many other Historians having done the same.
if that be true, which Theodoret relates, (i.e.) that he flung his blood in the ayre, not with a NONLATINALPHABET, Here Cyclops, drink thy wine, buth with the discontent of a conquered enemy, making a murmuring acknowledgement of victory, NONLATINALPHABET, Galilaean thou hast overcome. Poor Iulian! NONLATINALPHABET: Is thy tongue regenerated,
if that be true, which Theodoret relates, (i.e.) that he flung his blood in the air, not with a, Here Cyclops, drink thy wine, Buth with the discontent of a conquered enemy, making a murmuring acknowledgement of victory,, Galilaean thou hast overcome. Poor Iulian!: Is thy tongue regenerated,
This I have said in part, to answer what is objected by the Heathen Philosophers, but if we look a little further, we shall find others of their own, more deserving faith, that blurr'd all the fore-mentioned contradictions with sufficient reproach;
This I have said in part, to answer what is objected by the Heathen Philosophers, but if we look a little further, we shall find Others of their own, more deserving faith, that blurred all the forementioned contradictions with sufficient reproach;
And Poliaenus in Petronius having killed a Goofe which was consecrated to the obscene Idol of Lampsacum, when the Priestesse, or rather Witch scolded at him, Peace saith he.
And Poliaenus in Petronius having killed a Goof which was consecrated to the obscene Idol of Lampsacum, when the Priestess, or rather Witch scolded At him, Peace Says he.
As for their worship, the obscure Poet who it may be wrote as plain as he durst, sayes that their oblations wanting that which is the spirit and excellency of true worship ;
As for their worship, the Obscure Poet who it may be wrote as plain as he durst, Says that their Oblations wanting that which is the Spirit and excellency of true worship;
Compositum jus fasque animi, sanctosque recessus Mentis, & incoctum generoso pectus honesto. (i.e.) Holinesse of soules deeply tinctur'd with vertue, were to as slight purpose as could be.
Compositum jus fasque animi, sanctosque Recessus Mentis, & incoctum generoso pectus honesto. (i.e.) Holiness of Souls deeply tinctured with virtue, were to as slight purpose as could be.
But this is not all, for the worship of their Gods and Goddesses were full of such villanies, that modest persons were ashamed to be present at them,
But this is not all, for the worship of their God's and Goddesses were full of such villainies, that modest Persons were ashamed to be present At them,
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and their consecrated places were filthy sinks of all fleshly lust, as they confesse themselves. Nota bōnae secreta Deae — — Nam quo non prostat faemina templo?
and their consecrated places were filthy sinks of all fleshly lust, as they confess themselves. Nota bōnae secreta Goddess — — Nam quo non prostat faemina templo?
e.) their religious rites were so base, that to name them was against modesty 〈 ◊ 〉 full of shame, that they were only to be reproved with silence, and shut eyes.
e.) their religious Rites were so base, that to name them was against modesty 〈 ◊ 〉 full of shame, that they were only to be reproved with silence, and shut eyes.
And for their Miracles, Polybius libr. 16. in that Paragraph which is inscribed NONLATINALPHABET, doth not onely confesse that they were invented NONLATINALPHABET. (i. e.) to uphold the superstition of the vulgar ;
And for their Miracles, Polybius Libr. 16. in that Paragraph which is inscribed, does not only confess that they were invented. (i. e.) to uphold the Superstition of the Vulgar;
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but he saith also, that those who wrote such things for true History, were NONLATINALPHABET, such as wanted common sence, and addes further, NONLATINALPHABET, let them be rejected. This Testimony is not more full then the Relator was faith-worthy, for he was so great a lover of Truth, that in writing a story, he regarded not Country or friends, and for that omongst other Excellencies was admired by Cicero, Strabo, and Plutarch, as Causabon hath recorded to his praise, in the Preface which he hath written to his noble History.
but he Says also, that those who wrote such things for true History, were, such as wanted Common sense, and adds further,, let them be rejected. This Testimony is not more full then the Relator was faithworthy, for he was so great a lover of Truth, that in writing a story, he regarded not Country or Friends, and for that omongst other Excellencies was admired by Cicero, Strabo, and Plutarch, as Causabon hath recorded to his praise, in the Preface which he hath written to his noble History.
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So that the Adversaries proofs being disturbed and discredited by themselves, they have no better successe in their evidence against the doctrine of Christ, then they had in the condemnation of his person, (whom the heathen judge condemned by compulsion,
So that the Adversaries proofs being disturbed and discredited by themselves, they have no better success in their evidence against the Doctrine of christ, then they had in the condemnation of his person, (whom the heathen judge condemned by compulsion,
2. As the way of proposal appears very credible by what hath been said, so secondly, the things so propounded, are in themselves for the most part evidently true.
2. As the Way of proposal appears very credible by what hath been said, so secondly, the things so propounded, Are in themselves for the most part evidently true.
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Nam cum ab omnibus oppugnetur, atque adeo omnes nonnunquam verisimiles conjecturae à mendacio stent, ipsa per se nescio quo modo in animos hominum sese insinuat,
Nam cum ab omnibus oppugnetur, atque adeo omnes nonnunquam verisimiles conjecturae à Mendacio stent, ipsa per se nescio quo modo in Animos hominum seize insinuate,
The Truths of the Scripture like the Sun-beams, are their own Discovery, but one may contract them into these two glasses, wherein we may have a clear view of them,
The Truths of the Scripture like the Sunbeams, Are their own Discovery, but one may contract them into these two glasses, wherein we may have a clear view of them,
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What is more becoming the Maker of the world, then its Reparation, considering his Goodnesse, which all the world doth acknowledge to be infinite? What more pertinent means then Repentance and Remission of sins? What more can be done but to forgive our Ill, and make us Good again? what way to take off our sins,
What is more becoming the Maker of the world, then its Reparation, considering his goodness, which all the world does acknowledge to be infinite? What more pertinent means then Repentance and Remission of Sins? What more can be done but to forgive our Ill, and make us Good again? what Way to take off our Sins,
when he hath revealed it? Did the Heathen hope from the Nature of God (a good ground) and shall not we much more trust in that and his Declarations, which are indeed the measure of our expectations ? For his Precepts they are all such as become the holy and just God, full of benignity, like the Father of the World.
when he hath revealed it? Did the Heathen hope from the Nature of God (a good ground) and shall not we much more trust in that and his Declarations, which Are indeed the measure of our Expectations? For his Precepts they Are all such as become the holy and just God, full of benignity, like the Father of the World.
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yet they are made credible enough, since they are said by God, who is Almighty in his works, and true in all his words, and so we are secured from the error of misbelief, knowing the Scriptures and the Power of God.
yet they Are made credible enough, since they Are said by God, who is Almighty in his works, and true in all his words, and so we Are secured from the error of misbelief, knowing the Scriptures and the Power of God.
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Since the testimony of most known witnesses is the best, we have here the most proper witnesse, the correspondency of revealed Truth with the in-dwelling Truth of our own souls.
Since the testimony of most known Witnesses is the best, we have Here the most proper witness, the correspondency of revealed Truth with the indwelling Truth of our own Souls.
What hath God propounded, but it doth enable our minds, enlarge our capacities, direct our choice, secure us in the use of meanes ? his commands are such,
What hath God propounded, but it does enable our minds, enlarge our capacities, Direct our choice, secure us in the use of means? his commands Are such,
observance of them makes us happy, in all our considerations, and terminates in a Calm of soule, a true peace of Conscience, (i e.) settles us in the fairest possession of this life,
observance of them makes us happy, in all our considerations, and terminates in a Cam of soul, a true peace of Conscience, (i e.) settles us in the Fairest possession of this life,
I could wish that Hierocles had written alwayes after that sashion, which he does in the end of his Commentaries upon the doctrine of the Pythagoreans, a noble Sect,
I could wish that Hierocles had written always After that fashion, which he does in the end of his Commentaries upon the Doctrine of the pythagoreans, a noble Sect,
Thirdly, the Expressions in which God hath delivered his mind are plain, and fairly intelligible ; his Truths are perspicuously laid down before the eyes of men:
Thirdly, the Expressions in which God hath Delivered his mind Are plain, and fairly intelligible; his Truths Are perspicuously laid down before the eyes of men:
but here we must distinguish of Truths, some are necessarily to be known to salvation, some are not. Some things being written ad necessitatem salutis, and some ad ubertatem cognitionis. All thing in the Scripture are not plain ;
but Here we must distinguish of Truths, Some Are necessarily to be known to salvation, Some Are not. some things being written ad necessitatem Salutis, and Some ad ubertatem cognitionis. All thing in the Scripture Are not plain;
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wo ever said that they were? Neither are all plain things necessary, but nothing which is necessary, is obscure. There are many things in Scripture of which there is use, though they be not in themselves necessary, that are plain, and some of these are obscure, but whatever our salvation requires us necessarily to know, we may know;
woe ever said that they were? Neither Are all plain things necessary, but nothing which is necessary, is Obscure. There Are many things in Scripture of which there is use, though they be not in themselves necessary, that Are plain, and Some of these Are Obscure, but whatever our salvation requires us necessarily to know, we may know;
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Such is Faith and Piety, by which we worship God; Charity, and Righteousnesse which we owe to our neighbour, (i e.) to all men; Prudence and Sobriety, by which we are taught to govern our selves according to true reason,
Such is Faith and Piety, by which we worship God; Charity, and Righteousness which we owe to our neighbour, (i e.) to all men; Prudence and Sobriety, by which we Are taught to govern our selves according to true reason,
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but God who hath told us nothing but Truth hath done as it became Truth with plainnesse. The Devills being forc't sometimes to give acceptable answers, of whose Truth they doubted themselves, hid a contrary sence under the vain shew of a promise,
but God who hath told us nothing but Truth hath done as it became Truth with plainness. The Devils being forced sometime to give acceptable answers, of whose Truth they doubted themselves, hid a contrary sense under the vain show of a promise,
if any willing soule seek there for what he is necessarily to believe and do, he will find the matters of his Faith and Practice clearly laid down in direct expressions and familiar consequences, which flow as naturally from the expresse words,
if any willing soul seek there for what he is necessarily to believe and do, he will find the matters of his Faith and Practice clearly laid down in Direct expressions and familiar consequences, which flow as naturally from the express words,
as sweet drops do from an honey comb, not to be wrung out with captious syllogismes, and strained with subtle art, which do onely resolve our faith into farre fetch consequences. Here the learned and unlearned may read and easily understand how they are to be saved.
as sweet drops do from an honey comb, not to be wrung out with captious syllogisms, and strained with subtle art, which do only resolve our faith into Far fetch consequences. Here the learned and unlearned may read and Easily understand how they Are to be saved.
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And it is no wonder, that such as live wickedly, bring such a disgust upon their soules, against the things here written, that at last they neither care to read nor understand them,
And it is no wonder, that such as live wickedly, bring such a disgust upon their Souls, against the things Here written, that At last they neither care to read nor understand them,
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1. For the first sort of proofs we may take notice of that famous place of Moses. For this Commandment, which I command thee this day, is not hidden from thee, neither is it far off.
1. For the First sort of proofs we may take notice of that famous place of Moses. For this Commandment, which I command thee this day, is not hidden from thee, neither is it Far off.
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It is not in heaven, that thou shouldest say, who shall go up for us to heaven and bring it unto us, that we may hear it and do it? Neither is it beyond the Sea that thou shouldest say, who shall go over the Sea for us,
It is not in heaven, that thou Shouldst say, who shall go up for us to heaven and bring it unto us, that we may hear it and do it? Neither is it beyond the Sea that thou Shouldst say, who shall go over the Sea for us,
& it may well be so applyed in regard of the perspicuity of the Gospell. For as he sayes in his Epistle to the Corinthians, we all with open face behold as in a glass the glory of the Lord (i.e.) the doctrine of the Gospel,
& it may well be so applied in regard of the perspicuity of the Gospel. For as he Says in his Epistle to the Corinthians, we all with open face behold as in a glass the glory of the Lord (i.e.) the Doctrine of the Gospel,
and are changed into the same Image, &c. With open face, for the veile that was upon Moses, is pulled off. The New Testament is a Counterpart of the Old, written in fairer letters. To this Truth, the rest of the Disciples bear witness.
and Are changed into the same Image, etc. With open face, for the veil that was upon Moses, is pulled off. The New Testament is a Counterpart of the Old, written in Fairer letters. To this Truth, the rest of the Disciples bear witness.
Of those many Arguments to prove this Truth, which are necessary consequents from divers places of Scripture, I shall content my self with these three.
Of those many Arguments to prove this Truth, which Are necessary consequents from diverse places of Scripture, I shall content my self with these three.
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The first is taken from the Reality of that love and regard, which God professeth to mans happinesse in the bestowing of his Gospel upon the world ; and that is expressed thus:
The First is taken from the Reality of that love and regard, which God Professes to men happiness in the bestowing of his Gospel upon the world; and that is expressed thus:
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if it be muffled up in dark expressions? The Truth which is here meant, is the Gospell, and that he hath written in such great Capital Letters, that he which runs may read the way to salvation.
if it be muffled up in dark expressions? The Truth which is Here meant, is the Gospel, and that he hath written in such great Capital Letters, that he which runs may read the Way to salvation.
Why should God speak to us in an unknown tongue? that which Paul sayes concerning the use of intelligible speech, (NONLATINALPHABET) in discoursing of heavenly things, is very applicable here.
Why should God speak to us in an unknown tongue? that which Paul Says Concerning the use of intelligible speech, () in discoursing of heavenly things, is very applicable Here.
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And even things without life giving sound, whether pipe or harp, except they give a distinction in the sounds, how shall it be known what is piped or harped? for if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, who shall prepare himself to the battel? so likewise you,
And even things without life giving found, whither pipe or harp, except they give a distinction in the sounds, how shall it be known what is piped or harped? for if the trumpet give an uncertain found, who shall prepare himself to the battle? so likewise you,
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But how shall God please this vain world? some are not satisfied, because the Scripture is so plain, they would have had it composed in more artificiall guise.
But how shall God please this vain world? Some Are not satisfied, Because the Scripture is so plain, they would have had it composed in more artificial guise.
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There is not art enough used, and is there too much too? Lactantius in his sixth book de Vero Cultu, whilst he reproves their impertinent folly, who are not pleased with the decent plainnesse of the Scripture, gives the summe of this argument for a reason of that plainnesse.
There is not art enough used, and is there too much too? Lactantius in his sixth book de Vero Cultu, while he reproves their impertinent folly, who Are not pleased with the decent plainness of the Scripture, gives the sum of this argument for a reason of that plainness.
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Num igitur Deus & mentis, & vocis, & linguae artifex disertè loqui non potest? imò verò summa providentia, carere fuco voluit ea quae divina sunt, ut omnes intelligerent quae ipse omnibus loquebatur.
Num igitur Deus & mentis, & Vocis, & linguae artifex disertè loqui non potest? imò verò summa Providentia, career fuco voluit ea Quae Divine sunt, ut omnes intelligerent Quae ipse omnibus loquebatur.
The second argument is taken from the pocesse of divine Iustice, which is expressed after this manner, the Lord Iesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, taking vengeance on them that know not God,
The second argument is taken from the pocesse of divine justice, which is expressed After this manner, the Lord Iesus shall be revealed from heaven with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, taking vengeance on them that know not God,
We must take heed how we reason with God about his judgements, but he hath given leave long since to one to aske this question, Shall not the Iudge of all the earth do right? If God set a law by which he will condemn us to unsufferable torments,
We must take heed how we reason with God about his Judgments, but he hath given leave long since to one to ask this question, Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right? If God Set a law by which he will condemn us to unsufferable torments,
or knowable by us? How shall a man be condemned for ignorance, if wilfulnesse be not added to make it affected? will not that ignorance excuse, which was invincible without his fault? what justice can punish a man for not doing that which he could not know? The condemnation must needs be hard,
or knowable by us? How shall a man be condemned for ignorance, if wilfulness be not added to make it affected? will not that ignorance excuse, which was invincible without his fault? what Justice can Punish a man for not doing that which he could not know? The condemnation must needs be hard,
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when the offendour could not understand that the Law was given, or what it meant. He which doth not the will of God shall be beaten, saith our Saviour.
when the Offender could not understand that the Law was given, or what it meant. He which does not the will of God shall be beaten, Says our Saviour.
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Men may dispute, but when they are upon their knees, to deprecate the punishment of sin, dare they object to God, that they could not know his will? So men sometimes cavill at God for not giving them grace,
Men may dispute, but when they Are upon their knees, to deprecate the punishment of since, Dare they Object to God, that they could not know his will? So men sometime cavil At God for not giving them grace,
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Forgive me O Lord, though I did sin, I could not help it? It is one thing what people may talk carelesly or upon design, it is another, what is whisper'd by a still voyce from an awakened conscience.
Forgive me Oh Lord, though I did sin, I could not help it? It is one thing what people may talk carelessly or upon Design, it is Another, what is whispered by a still voice from an awakened conscience.
For notwithstanding the assistance we receive from it, we are left to acknowledge him with blind conceptions, to worship him with uncertain expresses, and depend upon him with a very infirm expectation. But;
For notwithstanding the assistance we receive from it, we Are left to acknowledge him with blind conceptions, to worship him with uncertain Expresses, and depend upon him with a very infirm expectation. But;
thou hast told us plainly of the Father, thou hast explained the two great Commandements, and in them the substance of the Law and the Prophets. Thy Gospel holds forth to us all particular duties both of Faith and Love, and Righteousnesse and Mercy. Thou hast shewen us what kind of worship & worshippers thou dost regard, having commanded us to worship God in Spirit and in Truth, with all true apprehensions and worthy affections, to serve God in all good conscience,
thou hast told us plainly of the Father, thou hast explained the two great commandments, and in them the substance of the Law and the prophets. Thy Gospel holds forth to us all particular duties both of Faith and Love, and Righteousness and Mercy. Thou hast shown us what kind of worship & worshippers thou dost regard, having commanded us to worship God in Spirit and in Truth, with all true apprehensions and worthy affections, to serve God in all good conscience,
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and with purity of heart, and hast rejected the vanities of superstition, though they be never so gay or costly, all exteriour shews, which want the correspondencie of inward goodnesse;
and with purity of heart, and hast rejected the vanities of Superstition, though they be never so gay or costly, all exterior shows, which want the correspondency of inward Goodness;
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Thou hast shewen us how thou didst converse with Abraham, Isaac, and Iacob, the Prophets and Apostles, and that we also upon the same terms may become the friends of God by Christ Iesus, who is the same yesterday, and to day,
Thou hast shown us how thou didst converse with Abraham, Isaac, and Iacob, the prophets and Apostles, and that we also upon the same terms may become the Friends of God by christ Iesus, who is the same yesterday, and to day,
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and for ever, so that all good Christians may say, and conclude they are certain of their way to God, the Scripture having revealed it as clearly as with Sun-beames. The Scripture given by inspiration is so profitable for doctrine, reproofe, correction,
and for ever, so that all good Christians may say, and conclude they Are certain of their Way to God, the Scripture having revealed it as clearly as with Sunbeam. The Scripture given by inspiration is so profitable for Doctrine, reproof, correction,
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What will be answered, if we aske these few questions concerning him? What is his name? what Countrey-man is he? where doth he dwell? If his Commission be not in the Scripture,
What will be answered, if we ask these few questions Concerning him? What is his name? what Countryman is he? where does he dwell? If his Commission be not in the Scripture,
We read but of one infallilible Interpreter of Gods mind, Christ Iesus, and he hath required of all his servants, that they presume not to take any Mastership in this point.
We read but of one infallilible Interpreter of God's mind, christ Iesus, and he hath required of all his Servants, that they presume not to take any Mastership in this point.
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These words are justly interpreted by most learned men as a command of Christ, directed against mens usurpation of authority to impose upon others, what they are to believe.
These words Are justly interpreted by most learned men as a command of christ, directed against men's usurpation of Authority to impose upon Others, what they Are to believe.
How much those are deceiveed, that assume to themselves to be infallible guides, and indeed Dictators to Gods Church, hath been shewen abundantly by themselves,
How much those Are deceiveed, that assume to themselves to be infallible guides, and indeed Dictators to God's Church, hath been shown abundantly by themselves,
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Those which are not satisfied with Gods truth so fairly propounded in the Scriptures, may pray to Abraham to send one from the dead to preach to them,
Those which Are not satisfied with God's truth so fairly propounded in the Scriptures, may pray to Abraham to send one from the dead to preach to them,
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People talk of Goblins to fright children and fooles, but dost thou think that we will leave our profits or pleasures for a shade? That this is too true, we have an instance in the Iews, to whom our Saviour preached this point.
People talk of Goblins to fright children and Fools, but dost thou think that we will leave our profits or pleasures for a shade? That this is too true, we have an instance in the Iews, to whom our Saviour preached this point.
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and sent him to the other world again, a messenger of their unbelief. When men have no mind to do their duty, they will quarrell with the Messenger, and ask for another;
and sent him to the other world again, a Messenger of their unbelief. When men have no mind to do their duty, they will quarrel with the Messenger, and ask for Another;
not that they will then obey, but to gain a truce for disobedience, NONLATINALPHABET, and in the mean time they will seek for that which no doubt they will find, (i.e.) something to make themselves believe, that the next will not be so sent neither,
not that they will then obey, but to gain a truce for disobedience,, and in the mean time they will seek for that which no doubt they will find, (i.e.) something to make themselves believe, that the next will not be so sent neither,
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great Testimonies may one call them, or high Courtesies of that Providence ? High Courtesies they are, being the streames of that River of Truth, which refreshed the City of God, (i.e.) his Church so long agone.
great Testimonies may one call them, or high Courtesies of that Providence? High Courtesies they Are, being the streams of that River of Truth, which refreshed the city of God, (i.e.) his Church so long ago.
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If Moses applauded the Jewes happinesse, when he had finished his Pentateuch, saying, What nation is so happy, whose Statutes are so righteous? &c. how happy are we, did we but know it,
If Moses applauded the Jews happiness, when he had finished his Pentateuch, saying, What Nation is so happy, whose Statutes Are so righteous? etc. how happy Are we, did we but know it,
2. Secondly, Let us be content with the Scriptures, (i.e.) let us be satisfied with what God hath not only esteemed enough, but also proportioned to us as a very bountiful allowance. These are perfect and plain, we need no more;
2. Secondly, Let us be content with the Scriptures, (i.e.) let us be satisfied with what God hath not only esteemed enough, but also proportioned to us as a very bountiful allowance. These Are perfect and plain, we need no more;
and those which pretend a further want, are not only phantastical, or deceivers, but they must needs be also injurious unto God, as to say that he hath neglected to tell us, what or where it is.
and those which pretend a further want, Are not only fantastical, or deceivers, but they must needs be also injurious unto God, as to say that he hath neglected to tell us, what or where it is.
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Let all sober minds repose here as in their safe conduct, and not suffer themselves to be led out of the way either by mens usurped authority, or pretended revelations, (i.e.) by other mens or our own private spirits.
Let all Sobrium minds repose Here as in their safe conduct, and not suffer themselves to be led out of the Way either by men's usurped Authority, or pretended revelations, (i.e.) by other men's or our own private spirits.
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All Vsurpers in this kind finding it impossible to make a new Scripture, attempt to make the sence, which is the Scripture in the most effectuall name.
All Usurper's in this kind finding it impossible to make a new Scripture, attempt to make the sense, which is the Scripture in the most effectual name.
But do they think so to get the Soveraignety over our soules, and make that an obligation to believing, which was never in any mans power to appoint? Chrysostome told them otherwise in his twentieth Homily upon the seventh of Matthew (if that work be his) Omnis doctor est servus legis, quia neque supra legem addere potest aliquid de suo sensu,
But do they think so to get the Sovereignty over our Souls, and make that an obligation to believing, which was never in any men power to appoint? Chrysostom told them otherwise in his twentieth Homily upon the seventh of Matthew (if that work be his) Omnis Doctor est servus Legis, quia neque supra legem addere potest Aliquid de Sue sensu,
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nec subtrahere aliquid secundum proprium intellectum, sed hoc tantummodo praedicat, quod habetur in lege: (i. e.) Every Doctor is a servant of the Law;
nec subtrahere Aliquid secundum proprium Intellectum, sed hoc tantummodo praedicat, quod habetur in lege: (i. e.) Every Doctor is a servant of the Law;
& quod in iis divinarum scripturarum authoritati congruit, cum laude ejus accipio, quod autem non congruit, cum pace ejus respuo, (i. e.) I am not obliged by the authority of this Epistle, because I take not Cyprians letters for Canonical, but I consider them by those that are Canonical;
& quod in iis divinarum scripturarum authoritati congruit, cum laud His accipio, quod autem non congruit, cum pace His respuo, (i. e.) I am not obliged by the Authority of this Epistle, Because I take not Cyprians letters for Canonical, but I Consider them by those that Are Canonical;
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but these men are not content with another of the same sort, they invade the intelligible world, commit rapine upon Soules, and make havock of the Church, to which Angels referre but as ministring Spirits, and Lord it over Gods heritage, which the Apostles besought to be reconciled to God ;
but these men Are not content with Another of the same sort, they invade the intelligible world, commit rapine upon Souls, and make havoc of the Church, to which Angels refer but as ministering Spirits, and Lord it over God's heritage, which the Apostles besought to be reconciled to God;
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Apostolos Domini habemus authores, qui nec ipsi quicquam de suo arbitrio quod inducerent, eligerunt, sed acceptam à Christo disciplinam fideliter nationibus assignârunt, (i. e.) We may not indulge our owne will, nor chuse that which others bring in at their pleasure:
Apostles Domini habemus authores, qui nec ipsi quicquam de Sue arbitrio quod inducerent, eligerunt, sed acceptam à Christ Disciplinam Fideliter nationibus assignârunt, (i. e.) We may not indulge our own will, nor choose that which Others bring in At their pleasure:
and understand how groundlesse it is, and besides, beholding there the naked lovely face of Gods Church, they would soon perceive how unlike their ugly vizard is to it.
and understand how groundless it is, and beside, beholding there the naked lovely face of God's Church, they would soon perceive how unlike their ugly vizard is to it.
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But we are secure if we keep here, and if any body talk of something that is not in these two Testaments, every good Christian may answer with Origen, Si quid autem superfuerit quod divina scriptura non decernat, nullam aliam tertiam Scripturam debere ad authoritatem scientiae suscipi, id Deo reservemus. (i. e.) That which is not declared in these two Testaments, we permit not to be supplyed by a third;
But we Are secure if we keep Here, and if any body talk of something that is not in these two Testaments, every good Christian may answer with Origen, Si quid autem superfuerit quod Divine Scripture non decernat, Nullam aliam tertiam Scripturam Debere ad authoritatem scientiae suscipi, id God reservemus. (i. e.) That which is not declared in these two Testaments, we permit not to be supplied by a third;
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we leave it to God, who hath made these two, Canistrum perfectionis, (as the same Origen calls them) a fair large basket, perfectly containing all that heavenly bread which we need for our sonles ;
we leave it to God, who hath made these two, Canistrum perfectionis, (as the same Origen calls them) a fair large basket, perfectly containing all that heavenly bred which we need for our sonles;
and keep those measures, which the Lawgiver hath appointed in his spiritual Law, (i.e.) the Scriptures. Let us take heed also of Enthusiasmes. What would vain man have? he cares not for these poor Scriptures ;
and keep those measures, which the Lawgiver hath appointed in his spiritual Law, (i.e.) the Scriptures. Let us take heed also of Enthusiasms. What would vain man have? he Cares not for these poor Scriptures;
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Such men make the same use of the Scripture, as those do, who having received a command to pray for divine assistances, will not pray till they be so assisted,
Such men make the same use of the Scripture, as those do, who having received a command to pray for divine assistances, will not pray till they be so assisted,
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so it is an ignoble pride in the Papists, or any that follow so unworthy an example, to require our faith upon their search of the Scriptures, and not our own;
so it is an ignoble pride in the Papists, or any that follow so unworthy an Exampl, to require our faith upon their search of the Scriptures, and not our own;
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e.) let God himself teach me the mysteries of heaven who made it, not man who does not know himself, whose report concerning God should we credit so much as his own?
e.) let God himself teach me the Mysteres of heaven who made it, not man who does not know himself, whose report Concerning God should we credit so much as his own?
Now we must endeavour to obtain the true meaning of the Holy Scriptures by daily reading, serious meditation, and the fervent prayers of an humble spirit.
Now we must endeavour to obtain the true meaning of the Holy Scriptures by daily reading, serious meditation, and the fervent Prayers of an humble Spirit.
and pray that the divine spirit which indited them, may teach us so to understand them, that by the assistance of his excellent illuminations, the wisdom of Gods word may dwell plentifully in us.
and pray that the divine Spirit which Indited them, may teach us so to understand them, that by the assistance of his excellent illuminations, the Wisdom of God's word may dwell plentifully in us.
It is requisite also that we should abandon all prejudice, and preconceived opinions, and bring candid and disingaged spirits, to the reading of this Holy Book.
It is requisite also that we should abandon all prejudice, and preconceived opinions, and bring candid and disengaged spirits, to the reading of this Holy Book.
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Hilary speaks excellently to this point, Optimus est lector qui dictorum intelligentiam expectet à dictis potius quam imponat, & retulerit magìs quàm attulerit, neque cogat id videri dictis contineri; quod ante lectionem praesumpserit intelligendum.
Hilary speaks excellently to this point, Optimus est lector qui dictorum intelligentiam expectet à dictis potius quam imponat, & retulerit magìs quàm attulerit, neque cogat id videri dictis contineri; quod ante lectionem praesumpserit intelligendum.
There is another thing also that does extremely facilitate our proficiency in the knowledge of divine mysteries, and that is sincere obedience, and humble entertainment of the heavenly light.
There is Another thing also that does extremely facilitate our proficiency in the knowledge of divine Mysteres, and that is sincere Obedience, and humble entertainment of the heavenly Light.
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Whilst eager disputers lose the sence of the Scriptures, and their soules withall, the humble practiser of Gods will secures the sence, and his salvation too. He will teach the humble his ways.
While eager disputers loose the sense of the Scriptures, and their Souls withal, the humble practiser of God's will secures the sense, and his salvation too. He will teach the humble his ways.
The humble and obedient have advantage of all other men in this point, for though they may stand upon the lower ground in regard of natural or acquired abilities, God doth so love good souls, that they shall not miscarry for want of such helps.
The humble and obedient have advantage of all other men in this point, for though they may stand upon the lower ground in regard of natural or acquired abilities, God does so love good Souls, that they shall not miscarry for want of such helps.
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It were an extreme vanity to think that none shall be saved, except such as can make Syllogismes, or that the Bible was given only for great Scholars to dispute on.
It were an extreme vanity to think that none shall be saved, except such as can make Syllogisms, or that the bible was given only for great Scholars to dispute on.
How deep a sympathy the meek Lamb of God had with the fair equity of this dispensation, is excellently signified by the affectionate Apostrophe, which he made to his Father, upon the consideration of it, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent,
How deep a Sympathy the meek Lamb of God had with the fair equity of this Dispensation, is excellently signified by the affectionate Apostrophe, which he made to his Father, upon the consideration of it, I thank thee, Oh Father, Lord of heaven and earth, Because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent,
for that will pleaseth it self only in such a way as is fully correspondent to the divine wisdom and goodnesse. And all true followers of Christ are likewise possessed with vast satisfactions and full complacence, ever accompanied with joyful thanksgiving, when they are admitted to behold the rare proportions of Gods works, the most admirable reasonablenesse of his proceedings.
for that will Pleases it self only in such a Way as is Fully correspondent to the divine Wisdom and Goodness. And all true followers of christ Are likewise possessed with vast satisfactions and full complacence, ever accompanied with joyful thanksgiving, when they Are admitted to behold the rare proportions of God's works, the most admirable reasonableness of his proceedings.
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Whilst men vainly puffed up with conceits of their knowledge, neglect this most necessary and greatest wisdom, God slights their presumption, and passeth them by with disregard,
While men vainly puffed up with conceits of their knowledge, neglect this most necessary and greatest Wisdom, God slights their presumption, and passes them by with disregard,
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but because the perfection of it is the true improvement of the Scriptures, words, and sence, and in the happy product of it, all excellent knowledge ought to terminate.
but Because the perfection of it is the true improvement of the Scriptures, words, and sense, and in the happy product of it, all excellent knowledge ought to terminate.
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All speculation separate from this is contemptible, and leaves a man miserable in the midst of his contemplations, let the subject of them be what it will,
All speculation separate from this is contemptible, and leaves a man miserable in the midst of his contemplations, let the Subject of them be what it will,
lest for any fair shew we lose this true substance, and instead of seeming profound in knowledge, great in controversies, Masters of an opinion, or any such poor contemptible matter, let us become true lovers, and sincere practisers of those divine Truths, which are here declared by God;
lest for any fair show we loose this true substance, and instead of seeming profound in knowledge, great in controversies, Masters of an opinion, or any such poor contemptible matter, let us become true lovers, and sincere practisers of those divine Truths, which Are Here declared by God;
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First, indeed that they might pass into our understandings, but with this principal intention, that our hearts by that means might be engaged to a true obedience of them.
First, indeed that they might pass into our understandings, but with this principal intention, that our hearts by that means might be engaged to a true Obedience of them.
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and then we shall not onely grudge at the performance of it, but also quarrel with Divine Equity, Iustice, and Goodnesse, which hath appointed us fit duties, such things as in the matter are best for us,
and then we shall not only grudge At the performance of it, but also quarrel with Divine Equity, justice, and goodness, which hath appointed us fit duties, such things as in the matter Are best for us,
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2. If we strive manfully against Temptations, which if we do not, we shall make allurements to sin of incouragements to Duty, Gods mercies: or we shall seek a vain refuge for sin in that, which is put for the proof of our fidelity ;
2. If we strive manfully against Temptations, which if we do not, we shall make allurements to sin of encouragements to Duty, God's Mercies: or we shall seek a vain refuge for since in that, which is put for the proof of our Fidis;
and must the divine goodnesse be upbraided with his own gift, because he had perverted the use of it? It was the worst instance of excuse alleaged in the unfittest time,
and must the divine Goodness be upbraided with his own gift, Because he had perverted the use of it? It was the worst instance of excuse alleged in the unfittest time,
Must all that God gives to careless men become of no better use then a great estate left to a young and foolish heir ? must not God be good, lest we be bad ? Because men abuse Gods gifts, will they therefore with that they had never received them? they will, Quam vellent sceptris nunquam fulsisse superbis!
Must all that God gives to careless men become of no better use then a great estate left to a young and foolish heir? must not God be good, lest we be bad? Because men abuse God's Gifts, will they Therefore with that they had never received them? they will, Quam vellent sceptris Never fulsisse superbis!
And if any condition be afflictive, we are to look upon the difficulties of duty, as spurres to vertue, trials of our Ingenuity set to enhaunce the reward, and we are to esteem them alwayes conquerable to good men;
And if any condition be afflictive, we Are to look upon the difficulties of duty, as spurs to virtue, trials of our Ingenuity Set to enhance the reward, and we Are to esteem them always conquerable to good men;
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Let us be stedfast in a well-grounded Religion, and unmoveable from the obedience of it, since we know our labour is not in vain, and that the reward is no lesse then Eternal life.
Let us be steadfast in a well-grounded Religion, and Unmovable from the Obedience of it, since we know our labour is not in vain, and that the reward is no less then Eternal life.
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To conclude briefly, since God hath magnified the word of his Wisdom and Grace which he hath given to us in the Scriptures, above any other Name or Notice of his Mind or Love to us, let us take heed.
To conclude briefly, since God hath magnified the word of his Wisdom and Grace which he hath given to us in the Scriptures, above any other Name or Notice of his Mind or Love to us, let us take heed.
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For as the Heathens knowing God, and not glorifying him as God, were justly condemned to great absurdities against their Natural light, for they detained it in unrighteousnesse, and God did but make that unserviceable to them which they had, not without great wrong, made unusefull to him. And as the Iewes not regarding the end of the Law, lost the benefit of Law and Gospell, the Messiah and Palestine: So those Christians which refuse him that speakes from Heaven, who hath brought the last Revelation of Gods will, which he meant should abide, and calls it NONLATINALPHABET;
For as the heathens knowing God, and not glorifying him as God, were justly condemned to great absurdities against their Natural Light, for they detained it in unrighteousness, and God did but make that unserviceable to them which they had, not without great wrong, made unuseful to him. And as the Iewes not regarding the end of the Law, lost the benefit of Law and Gospel, the Messiah and Palestine: So those Christians which refuse him that speaks from Heaven, who hath brought the last Revelation of God's will, which he meant should abide, and calls it;
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