The happiness of a people in the wisdome of their rulers directing and in the obedience of their brethren attending unto what Israel ougho [sic] to do recommended in a sermon before the Honourable Governour and Council, and the respected Deputies of Mattachusets [sic] colony in New-England. : Preached at Boston, May 3d, 1676, being the day of election there. / By William Hubbard ...
and Reign of David, in the two first Books of the Kings, such a considerable addition should be made to that part of the Hystory, which concerned his entrance upon his Kingdome, in this twelfth Chapter of the first book of the Chronicles, where we have the triumphant manner thereof at large described, being attended therein with a great Host as it is called, ver. 22. like the Host of God:
and Reign of David, in the two First Books of the Kings, such a considerable addition should be made to that part of the History, which concerned his Entrance upon his Kingdom, in this twelfth Chapter of the First book of the Chronicles, where we have the triumphant manner thereof At large described, being attended therein with a great Host as it is called, ver. 22. like the Host of God:
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like some Divine Herauld, is Marshalling the respective bands of the said Host, under the particular Banners of their several Tribes, assigning unto each, some distinct Character,
like Some Divine Herald, is Marshalling the respective bans of the said Host, under the particular Banners of their several Tribes, assigning unto each, Some distinct Character,
as a special badg of honour according as they best deserved, either for the skilfulness of their Captains and Leaders, the number and valour of their followers,
as a special badge of honour according as they best deserved, either for the skilfulness of their Captains and Leaders, the number and valour of their followers,
Amongst the rest of the Tribes, as they are here ranked in this Chapter, special notice is taken of the Tribe of Issachar, of which Tribe although no great matter had been foretold in the Prophetical Benediction, either of Jacob or Moses, yet is there here in the Text a very signal testimony given, both to their piety and prudence, to their unity and magnanimity, any of which cannot be conceived,
among the rest of the Tribes, as they Are Here ranked in this Chapter, special notice is taken of the Tribe of Issachar, of which Tribe although no great matter had been foretold in the Prophetical Benediction, either of Jacob or Moses, yet is there Here in the Text a very signal testimony given, both to their piety and prudence, to their unity and magnanimity, any of which cannot be conceived,
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so as at that time, what Solomon saith of his vertuous Woman, Prov. 31.29. might very fitly have been said of the Tribe of Issachar, many daughters have done virtuously but thou excellest them all.
so as At that time, what Solomon Says of his virtuous Woman, Curae 31.29. might very fitly have been said of the Tribe of Issachar, many daughters have done virtuously but thou excellest them all.
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for the good of the whole. 1. Wisdome, in those that were the Heads, described both by its specification, understanding of the times. 2. By its application, to know what Israel ought to do. 2. Willingness in the Brethren, to attend the advice and counsel of their Leaders, they were at their Commandment.
for the good of the Whole. 1. Wisdom, in those that were the Heads, described both by its specification, understanding of the times. 2. By its application, to know what Israel ought to do. 2. Willingness in the Brothers, to attend the Advice and counsel of their Leaders, they were At their Commandment.
that when the heads of the Tribe had counselled and determined what was needful to be done, the Brethren were ready to put their resolves in Execution.
that when the Heads of the Tribe had counseled and determined what was needful to be done, the Brothers were ready to put their resolves in Execution.
It was not in Issachar, as Anacharsis the Philosopher, sometimes complained of the tumultuous proceedings in the popular Common-wealth at Athens, that wise and grave men deliberated on things,
It was not in Issachar, as Anacharsis the Philosopher, sometime complained of the tumultuous proceedings in the popular Commonwealth At Athens, that wise and grave men deliberated on things,
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but at this time in Issachar, the body of the people were ready to put in execution what those who had understanding in the times judged needful to be done.
but At this time in Issachar, the body of the people were ready to put in execution what those who had understanding in the times judged needful to be done.
at the Commandment of the two hundred which were the Heads, which doth justly advance the gallantry of the Action of the tribe of Issachar in this affair, above that of any of the rest of the Tribes by the same proportion, by which our Saviour preferred the bounty of the poor Widow above all the rest of the Contributers;
At the Commandment of the two hundred which were the Heads, which does justly advance the gallantry of the Actium of the tribe of Issachar in this affair, above that of any of the rest of the Tribes by the same proportion, by which our Saviour preferred the bounty of the poor Widow above all the rest of the Contributers;
for as she put into the Treasury all which she had, so doth this Tribe send all their whole Stock to increase the Host of David: which if they were not so many thousands as some of the other Tribes might send,
for as she put into the Treasury all which she had, so does this Tribe send all their Whole Stock to increase the Host of David: which if they were not so many thousands as Some of the other Tribes might send,
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Of the Children of Issachar, these were the descendants of the fifth Son of Jacob by his Wife Leah, whose Lot as it seems to have fallen in one of the richest,
Of the Children of Issachar, these were the descendants of the fifth Son of Jacob by his Wife Leah, whose Lot as it seems to have fallen in one of the Richest,
as was foretold in Jacobs blessing to dispose the Inhabitants, by reason of the robustickness of their body (an ordinary effect of the fertility of of any soyle) to couch down under a double burden of tribute then by any valour of their minds, to shake off the servile yoke.
as was foretold in Jacobs blessing to dispose the Inhabitants, by reason of the robustickness of their body (an ordinary Effect of the fertility of of any soil) to couch down under a double burden of tribute then by any valour of their minds, to shake off the servile yoke.
It may then not unseasonably here be demanded how it should come to pass, that this Tribe should answer this honourable character given of them, whereby they may well be thought to have at this time had the precedency of all the rest of the Tribes, both for their civil prudence,
It may then not unseasonably Here be demanded how it should come to pass, that this Tribe should answer this honourable character given of them, whereby they may well be Thought to have At this time had the precedency of all the rest of the Tribes, both for their civil prudence,
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The reason given by some Interpreters seems not sufficient to salve the knot, viz. of those who say, that being given to Husbandry, that occasioned them to be more curious observers of times, and seasons;
The reason given by Some Interpreters seems not sufficient to salve the knot, viz. of those who say, that being given to Husbandry, that occasioned them to be more curious observers of times, and seasons;
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wherfore if it may be lawfull to make conjectures in things of this nature, it may more probably be conceived, that this Tribe by its natural scituation bordering upon the enemies countrey,
Wherefore if it may be lawful to make Conjectures in things of this nature, it may more probably be conceived, that this Tribe by its natural situation bordering upon the enemies country,
or upon the account of its fertillity, being more desirable, might thereby become more obnoxious to the invasions of their neighbour enemies, the Philistines,
or upon the account of its fertility, being more desirable, might thereby become more obnoxious to the invasions of their neighbour enemies, the philistines,
It is commonly said that experience is the Mistriss of fooles, yet without any diminution of their praise be it spoken, who attain wisdom at an easier rate• It is oft observed that they are,
It is commonly said that experience is the Mistress of Fools, yet without any diminution of their praise be it spoken, who attain Wisdom At an Easier rate• It is oft observed that they Are,
the late slaughter of Saul and the Israelites on the mountains of Gilboa, the victory over Benhadad and the Syrians neer Aphek, with some others, all hapning within the confines,
the late slaughter of Saul and the Israelites on the Mountains of Gilboa, the victory over Benhadad and the Syrians near Aphek, with Some Others, all happening within the confines,
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Possibly many bloudy Skirmishes had also been fought during the reign of the former King within their precincts, whereby the People of this Tribe had been experimentally taught the miseries and calamities of war, that are usually produced or prolonged for want of wisdome,
Possibly many bloody Skirmishes had also been fought during the Reign of the former King within their precincts, whereby the People of this Tribe had been experimentally taught the misery's and calamities of war, that Are usually produced or prolonged for want of Wisdom,
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They being conjoyned in one common misery, they might the more easily be united in one common remedy, viz. the advancement of a more meet person to the chief place of Rule and Government in the Nation, one approved by their own experience for his skilful & successful managing the affairs of War as well as warranted by the call of God,
They being conjoined in one Common misery, they might the more Easily be united in one Common remedy, viz. the advancement of a more meet person to the chief place of Rule and Government in the nation, one approved by their own experience for his skilful & successful managing the affairs of War as well as warranted by the call of God,
] there was amongst the People of Israel as it were a threefold Common-wealth, as the learned Sigonius speaks in his Treatise of the Commonwealth of the Hebrews, one was that of the whole People, of whom first the Judges, afterward the Kings were the chief Heads and Rulers.
] there was among the People of Israel as it were a threefold Commonwealth, as the learned Sigonius speaks in his Treatise of the Commonwealth of the Hebrews, one was that of the Whole People, of whom First the Judges, afterwards the Kings were the chief Heads and Rulers.
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as we read in several places of the Scripture, as Judg. 9.30. 1 King. 22.36. 2 Chron. 34.8. The third was that of every Tribe, which had its Head or chief Ruler, 1 Chron. 27.16. 2 Chron. 19.11. called the Prince or Head of the Tribe:
as we read in several places of the Scripture, as Judges 9.30. 1 King. 22.36. 2 Chronicles 34.8. The third was that of every Tribe, which had its Head or chief Ruler, 1 Chronicles 27.16. 2 Chronicles 19.11. called the Prince or Head of the Tribe:
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At this time it seems there were two hundred Heads of the chief Families of the Tribe of Issachar, in whose wisdome and integrity the rest of the Tribe had such confidence, that they were willing to refer the managing of all their civil Affairs,
At this time it seems there were two hundred Heads of the chief Families of the Tribe of Issachar, in whose Wisdom and integrity the rest of the Tribe had such confidence, that they were willing to refer the managing of all their civil Affairs,
and great concernments to their prudence and discretion, engaging themselves to be ready to put in execution whatever should by their joynt consent be determined and agreed upon.
and great concernments to their prudence and discretion, engaging themselves to be ready to put in execution whatever should by their joint consent be determined and agreed upon.
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So sweet was the accord between those Heads, and their Brethren, that they seemed like one intire body, animated and directed by one and the same Spirit and Principle of life and Wisdome.
So sweet was the accord between those Heads, and their Brothers, that they seemed like one entire body, animated and directed by one and the same Spirit and Principle of life and Wisdom.
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the other the act of the judgement, in way of accurate consideration dijudicating of the time and season with other circumstances, discerning when all things are laid together in the ballances what doth preponderate,
the other the act of the judgement, in Way of accurate consideration dijudicating of the time and season with other Circumstances, discerning when all things Are laid together in the balances what does preponderate,
according to which notion Solomon tells us that a wise mans heart discerneth time and judgement, Eccl. 8.5. both the thing which, and the time when it is to be done.
according to which notion Solomon tells us that a wise men heart discerneth time and judgement, Ecclesiastes 8.5. both the thing which, and the time when it is to be done.
The Hebrew word here and elsewhere translated understanding, means the same with that which in Latine is called Prudentia, or recta ratio agibilium, s• knowing the right reason of things that are to be done;
The Hebrew word Here and elsewhere translated understanding, means the same with that which in Latin is called Prudence, or Recta ratio agibilium, s• knowing the right reason of things that Are to be done;
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A wise man that hath any designe to bring about, is like an Architect, who first frameth in his minde an Idea of that which he purposeth to erect, whereby he may foresee how one peice must depend upon another,
A wise man that hath any Design to bring about, is like an Architect, who First frameth in his mind an Idea of that which he Purposes to erect, whereby he may foresee how one piece must depend upon Another,
for, as one saith well, they are not the wisest men that know most, but they that know what is most useful and proper to bring about the designe they have in hand:
for, as one Says well, they Are not the Wisest men that know most, but they that know what is most useful and proper to bring about the Design they have in hand:
no doubt but at that time Davids Prayer (to which the Almighty said Amen) was to take place for the turning the Counsel of Achitophel into foolishness:
no doubt but At that time Davids Prayer (to which the Almighty said Amen) was to take place for the turning the Counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness:
but according to Man, the ruine of Absalome and his party proceeded from their not understanding of the times which made them neglect the good counsel of Achitophel,
but according to Man, the ruin of Absalome and his party proceeded from their not understanding of the times which made them neglect the good counsel of Ahithophel,
and prevailing over the Angel, then by that name he received from the casual event which hapned at his birth, whence he was called Jacob. But in this place by Israel we are by another Trope (as often elsewhere) to understand, the holy people in covenant with God, separated and distinguished thereby, from the rest of the people of the world, which is emphatically to be noted here;
and prevailing over the Angel, then by that name he received from the casual event which happened At his birth, whence he was called Jacob. But in this place by Israel we Are by Another Trope (as often elsewhere) to understand, the holy people in Covenant with God, separated and distinguished thereby, from the rest of the people of the world, which is emphatically to be noted Here;
so is the end that Israel ought to aime at, far differing from that which the rest of the World designe to themselves, consequently the means or wisdome that must be improved for that end must be far differing also,
so is the end that Israel ought to aim At, Far differing from that which the rest of the World Design to themselves, consequently the means or Wisdom that must be improved for that end must be Far differing also,
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To give an instance suitable to the occasion before us, the end of civil policy or Goverment in the Rulers of this World, is, that Men may live peaceably and quietly one with another;
To give an instance suitable to the occasion before us, the end of civil policy or Government in the Rulers of this World, is, that Men may live peaceably and quietly one with Another;
then those that seem most probable to bring about that end, viz. attendance unto those Rules of Righteousness and wayes of honesty, that are known by the light of nature, called jus gentium or jus naturale. But the end that Israel ought to aime at, is, that men may lead a quiet life in all godliness and honesty,
then those that seem most probable to bring about that end, viz. attendance unto those Rules of Righteousness and ways of honesty, that Are known by the Light of nature, called jus gentium or jus natural. But the end that Israel ought to aim At, is, that men may led a quiet life in all godliness and honesty,
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but how far they may and ought to interpose their authority in things of that nature, there may be occasion to speak more afterward, by Gods assistance.
but how Far they may and ought to interpose their Authority in things of that nature, there may be occasion to speak more afterwards, by God's assistance.
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Otherwise it would follow, that the Magistrate is only to take care, that men may live quietly and peaceably one with another, whither they live honestly or no:
Otherwise it would follow, that the Magistrate is only to take care, that men may live quietly and peaceably one with Another, whither they live honestly or no:
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For as the Apostle James saith, the wisdom that descendeth not from above is earthly, sensual & devilish, such as mens ends are, such will the means be which they make use of to bring about those ends:
For as the Apostle James Says, the Wisdom that Descendeth not from above is earthly, sensual & devilish, such as men's ends Are, such will the means be which they make use of to bring about those ends:
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so our Saviour Christ tells his Disciples what is that custome of the Gentiles, but will not allow them so to do, Mat 20.25, 26. In the particular case before Iss•char, and the rest of the Tribes of Israel at this time, it was not difficult to know what they ought to do;
so our Saviour christ tells his Disciples what is that custom of the Gentiles, but will not allow them so to do, Mathew 20.25, 26. In the particular case before Iss•char, and the rest of the Tribes of Israel At this time, it was not difficult to know what they ought to do;
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as well as the qualifying him with Royal gifts for that purpose, which considerations alone could not be counterballanced by all the allegations on the behalf of the house of Saul, which was now rejected of God, which Abner knew to be true,
as well as the qualifying him with Royal Gifts for that purpose, which considerations alone could not be counterbalanced by all the allegations on the behalf of the house of Saul, which was now rejected of God, which Abner knew to be true,
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or Commandments that are uttered thereby, as it is here translated in the Text. Hereby is noted the unanimity and sweet agreement between the Heads and the People of this Tribe,
or commandments that Are uttered thereby, as it is Here translated in the Text. Hereby is noted the unanimity and sweet agreement between the Heads and the People of this Tribe,
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that which the Heads of the Tribe advised unto, was apprehended by their Brethren as most behooful for their several good, accordingly they are with meet courage and resolution of minde ready to put the same in execution.
that which the Heads of the Tribe advised unto, was apprehended by their Brothers as most behooful for their several good, accordingly they Are with meet courage and resolution of mind ready to put the same in execution.
and administration thereof, True Wisdom in the Rulers, Entire Unity in the people, joyned with meet Courage for the execution of the prudent commands of their Leaders:
and administration thereof, True Wisdom in the Rulers, Entire Unity in the people, joined with meet Courage for the execution of the prudent commands of their Leaders:
of such a place it may be said, that it is beautifull as Tirzah, comely as Jerusalem, terrible &.c. Cant. 6.4. In the first place I call it the Beauty of their Order;
of such a place it may be said, that it is beautiful as Tirzah, comely as Jerusalem, terrible & c Cant 6.4. In the First place I call it the Beauty of their Order;
and so it is, whether we respect their Constitution, or their Administration. Ʋbi Ordo dominatur, saith Nazianzen, pulchritudo splendescit: that is, where Order prevailes, Beauty shines forth.
and so it is, whither we respect their Constitution, or their Administration. Ʋbi Ordo dominatur, Says Nazianzen, pulchritudo splendescit: that is, where Order prevails, Beauty shines forth.
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When the prophet Isaiah, would describe a place designed to destruction, Isa. 34.11. he sayes, the line of confusion, and the stones of emptiness shall be stretched over it.
When the Prophet Isaiah, would describe a place designed to destruction, Isaiah 34.11. he Says, the line of confusion, and the stones of emptiness shall be stretched over it.
The better to understand this we may consider, what Order is? The Schools tell us, it is, Parium, impurium { que } sua cui { que } tribuens l•a, apta dispositio.
The better to understand this we may Consider, what Order is? The Schools tell us, it is, Parium, impurium { que } sua cui { que } tribuens l•a, Apt Disposition.
It suited the wisdom of the infinite and omnipotent Creator, to make the world of differing parts, which necessarily supposes that there must be differing places,
It suited the Wisdom of the infinite and omnipotent Creator, to make the world of differing parts, which necessarily supposes that there must be differing places,
for those differing things to be disposed into, which is Ordhr. The like is necessary to be observed in the rational and political World, where persons of differing endowments and qualifications need a differing station to be disposed into, the keeping of which, is both the beauty and strength of such a Society.
for those differing things to be disposed into, which is Ordhr. The like is necessary to be observed in the rational and political World, where Persons of differing endowments and qualifications need a differing station to be disposed into, the keeping of which, is both the beauty and strength of such a Society.
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so doth an orderly and artificial distribution of diverse materials, make a comely Building, while homogeneous bodyes (as the depths of waters in the Sea,
so does an orderly and artificial distribution of diverse materials, make a comely Building, while homogeneous bodies (as the depths of waters in the Sea,
although it be the roof of this lower world, may we not there see, one star differing from another in glory? There is placed the Sun, the lord and ruler of the day,
although it be the roof of this lower world, may we not there see, one star differing from Another in glory? There is placed the Sun, the lord and ruler of the day,
as well as the Moon, that rules the night, together with the stars, as the common-people of that upper region, who yet doe immediately veyle their glory,
as well as the Moon, that rules the night, together with the Stars, as the Common people of that upper region, who yet do immediately veil their glory,
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In the firmament of the air, may we not see the lofty eagle in his flight far surmounting the little choristers of the valleys? The like disproportion who observes not amongst those creatures that take their pastime in the deep waters,
In the firmament of the air, may we not see the lofty Eagl in his flight Far surmounting the little choristers of the valleys? The like disproportion who observes not among those creatures that take their pastime in the deep waters,
or that range upon the high mountains, hunting for cheir prey? And hath not the same Almighty Creator and disposer of all things made some of the sons of men as far differing in height of body one from the other,
or that range upon the high Mountains, hunting for coheir prey? And hath not the same Almighty Creator and disposer of all things made Some of the Sons of men as Far differing in height of body one from the other,
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And are not some advanced as high above others in dignity and power, as much as the cedars of Lebanon the low shrubs of the valley? It is not then the result of time or chance, that some are mounted on horse-back,
And Are not Some advanced as high above Others in dignity and power, as much as the cedars of Lebanon the low shrubs of the valley? It is not then the result of time or chance, that Some Are mounted on horseback,
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Is it not found by experience, that the greatest part of mankind, are but as tools and Instruments for others to work by, rather then any proper Agents to effect any thing of themselves:
Is it not found by experience, that the greatest part of mankind, Are but as tools and Instruments for Others to work by, rather then any proper Agents to Effect any thing of themselves:
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In peace how would most people destroy themselves by slothfulness and security? In war they would be destroyed by others, were it not for the wisdome and courage of the valliant.
In peace how would most people destroy themselves by slothfulness and security? In war they would be destroyed by Others, were it not for the Wisdom and courage of the valiant.
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If the virtue and the valour of the good did not interpose by their authority, to prevent and save, the vice of the bad would bring mischief enough upon places to ruine both, else why is it so frequently intimated in the latter end of the book of Judges, that in those dayes,
If the virtue and the valour of the good did not interpose by their Authority, to prevent and save, the vice of the bad would bring mischief enough upon places to ruin both, Else why is it so frequently intimated in the latter end of the book of Judges, that in those days,
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when there was no king in Israel, but every man was left to do what seemed right in his own eyes, that these and those enormityes brake forth, that violated all Lawes,
when there was no King in Israel, but every man was left to do what seemed right in his own eyes, that these and those enormities brake forth, that violated all Laws,
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Nothing therefore can be imagined more remote either from right reason, or true religion, then to think that because we were all once equal at our birth,
Nothing Therefore can be imagined more remote either from right reason, or true Religion, then to think that Because we were all once equal At our birth,
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when they flee for refuge to Jep•hah, that mighty man of valour, to be their Captain and Head, to save them from the band of the children of Ammon, whom a little before they had cast off,
when they flee for refuge to Jep•hah, that mighty man of valour, to be their Captain and Head, to save them from the band of the children of Ammon, whom a little before they had cast off,
The like must be acknowledged concerning the order of Administration, as hath been already said concerning the order of constitution, whither in the church or state.
The like must be acknowledged Concerning the order of Administration, as hath been already said Concerning the order of constitution, whither in the Church or state.
The order of Solomons houshould, was an astonishing sight to the Queen of Sheba, as well as the Wisdome of his other contrivements. 1. King. 10.5. The Apostle Paul rejoyceth to behold the order of the Church of the Colossians, as well as their Faith.
The order of Solomons household, was an astonishing sighed to the Queen of Sheba, as well as the Wisdom of his other contrivements. 1. King. 10.5. The Apostle Paul Rejoiceth to behold the order of the Church of the colossians, as well as their Faith.
The same Apostle gives a special direction to the Church of Corinth, that all things be done decently and in order, NONLATINALPHABET alluding to the administration of Rule in an Army marshalled in its several ranks, under the wise conduct of skilfull Leaders,
The same Apostle gives a special direction to the Church of Corinth, that all things be done decently and in order, alluding to the administration of Rule in an Army marshaled in its several ranks, under the wise conduct of skilful Leaders,
On this account it seems to be, that such severe Animadversions have been made upon all occasions on the violaters of Order, mark them that walk disorderly, saith Paul, 2. Thess. 3.6.11. and have no fellowship with them.
On this account it seems to be, that such severe Animadversions have been made upon all occasions on the violaters of Order, mark them that walk disorderly, Says Paul, 2. Thess 3.6.11. and have no fellowship with them.
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and at once, without any further tryal or delay, swallow down and devour those presumptuous offenders, that had attempted to violate the order God himself had so newly established in the Camp.
and At once, without any further trial or Delay, swallow down and devour those presumptuous offenders, that had attempted to violate the order God himself had so newly established in the Camp.
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Behold ye dispisers of order and Goverment, and wonder, that God whose glory it is to be stiled, long-suffering, Patient and slow to wrath, is so quick in punishing this sin,
Behold you despisers of order and Government, and wonder, that God whose glory it is to be styled, long-suffering, Patient and slow to wrath, is so quick in punishing this since,
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What were this but to Chaos the world again, and to make Instabilis terra, innabilis unda? God w•l therefore have after ages to read the greatness of this sin, in the dreadfulness of the punishment therof.
What were this but to Chaos the world again, and to make Instabilis terra, innabilis unda? God w•l Therefore have After ages to read the greatness of this since, in the dreadfulness of the punishment thereof.
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The earth is not willing to bear offenders of this nature, as we may see by the instance of the old world, whose inhabitants when they fill the earth with violence, they are cut down out of time,
The earth is not willing to bear offenders of this nature, as we may see by the instance of the old world, whose inhabitants when they fill the earth with violence, they Are Cut down out of time,
yea hell it self is as it were disquieted by them from beneath, For that Kingdome of darkness is not without its order, without which it could not subsist,
yea hell it self is as it were disquieted by them from beneath, For that Kingdom of darkness is not without its order, without which it could not subsist,
as our Saviour argues, if Satan were divided against himself his kingdome could not stand. And this is the first thing worthy our observation, in this excellent Platform of Polity. The second followeth which is,
as our Saviour argues, if Satan were divided against himself his Kingdom could not stand. And this is the First thing worthy our observation, in this excellent Platform of Polity. The second follows which is,
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In a curious piece of Architecture, that which first offers it self to the view of the beholder, is the beauty of the structure, the proportion that one piece bears to another, wherein the skill of the Architect most shews it self.
In a curious piece of Architecture, that which First offers it self to the view of the beholder, is the beauty of the structure, the proportion that one piece bears to Another, wherein the skill of the Architect most shows it self.
There are placed those that look out at the windows, to foresee evil and danger approaching, accordingly to alarm all the other inferiour powers, to take the signal and stand upon their guard for defence of the whole.
There Are placed those that look out At the windows, to foresee evil and danger approaching, accordingly to alarm all the other inferior Powers, to take the signal and stand upon their guard for defence of the Whole.
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Their work is immediately to dispatch messages through the whole province of nature, to summon all the other Members together, to come in and yield their assistance to prevent the mischief feared,
Their work is immediately to dispatch messages through the Whole province of nature, to summon all the other Members together, to come in and yield their assistance to prevent the mischief feared,
And in case of inability to discharge those functions, such societies may not undeservedly be compared to the Palmists Idols, that have eyes but see not,
And in case of inability to discharge those functions, such societies may not undeservedly be compared to the Palmists Idols, that have eyes but see not,
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when in the days of Rehoboam, who had shields enough, some of Gold, with other weapons of War, many thousand stalls of Horses, with Horsemen proportionable to manage them,
when in the days of Rehoboam, who had shields enough, Some of Gold, with other weapons of War, many thousand stalls of Horses, with Horsemen proportionable to manage them,
how soon is it become a prey to the first assaylant, as afterwards also in the dayes of Joash; when there was but a small company of the Syrians that came against him, a great Host was delivered into their hand,
how soon is it become a prey to the First assailant, as afterwards also in the days of Joash; when there was but a small company of the Syrians that Come against him, a great Host was Delivered into their hand,
as well as prudence amongst men, according to the received rule of Scripture Language and Phrase, where as Divines use to say, verba sensus denotant affectum cordis:
as well as prudence among men, according to the received Rule of Scripture Language and Phrase, where as Divines use to say, verba sensus denotant affectum Cordis:
therefore understanding to know Israels duty, requires a great deal of divine skill and spiritual wisdome attained by Faith in Gods promises, diligent reading of the precepts of his Law, fervent and frequent prayer for divine assistance, by which means David became wiser then his Teachers,
Therefore understanding to know Israel's duty, requires a great deal of divine skill and spiritual Wisdom attained by Faith in God's promises, diligent reading of the Precepts of his Law, fervent and frequent prayer for divine assistance, by which means David became Wiser then his Teachers,
It was by a special Law required of God that the King in Israel should have a copy of the divine Law, written out (by his own hand, say some of the Rabbines) and kept by him, that he might read therein all the dayes of his life, Deut. 17 19.20.
It was by a special Law required of God that the King in Israel should have a copy of the divine Law, written out (by his own hand, say Some of the Rabbis) and kept by him, that he might read therein all the days of his life, Deuteronomy 17 19.20.
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that from thence he might receive direction how to govern his Kingdome, so that according to the excellent patern before us in the Text, it is requisite that the Heads and leaders of Israel, should be versed in Divine,
that from thence he might receive direction how to govern his Kingdom, so that according to the excellent pattern before us in the Text, it is requisite that the Heads and leaders of Israel, should be versed in Divine,
As herein had David his Father before him approved himself, as a meet Shepheard over the flock of God, in feeding of them according to the integ•ity of his heart,
As herein had David his Father before him approved himself, as a meet Shepherd over the flock of God, in feeding of them according to the integ•ity of his heart,
the Channel may run between two dangerous precipices on either side, so that a man who hath not great understanding, Incidit in syllam volens vitare charybdin.
the Channel may run between two dangerous precipices on either side, so that a man who hath not great understanding, Incidit in syllam volens vitare Charybdis.
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yea sometimes he that resolves to keep the middle of the Channel, yet for want of insight and experience, not making allowance for emergent cases & difficulties, not easie to be foreseen, may by the setting of the Current be shipwracked on the opposite Shoar: ( Si tempora, & rerum status ita circumvolvantur, ut administrandi ratio, cum illis consentiens, sit bona, faeliciter omnia contingent;
yea sometime he that resolves to keep the middle of the Channel, yet for want of insight and experience, not making allowance for emergent cases & difficulties, not easy to be foreseen, may by the setting of the Current be shipwrecked on the opposite Shore: (Si tempora, & rerum status ita circumvolvantur, ut administrandi ratio, cum illis consentiens, sit Bona, faeliciter omnia contingent;
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A fitter Instance of which dangerous errour cannot be given, then that of Josiah; who yet was one of the best Rulers that ever headed the Kingdome of Judah,
A fitter Instance of which dangerous error cannot be given, then that of Josiah; who yet was one of the best Rulers that ever headed the Kingdom of Judah,
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for he, to prevent a lesser inconvenience of having his own Kingdome (that lay between the two great Kings of Assyria and Egypt) made the seat and field of War, denies liberty to the Egyptian to pass through his Kingdome,
for he, to prevent a lesser inconvenience of having his own Kingdom (that lay between the two great Kings of Assyria and Egypt) made the seat and field of War, Denies liberty to the Egyptian to pass through his Kingdom,
Rehoboam also and his people did both strangely ruine themselves by a contrary extream in this kind, in not understanding of the times to know what they ought to do, to avoid the danger which either of them feared.
Rehoboam also and his people did both strangely ruin themselves by a contrary extreme in this kind, in not understanding of the times to know what they ought to do, to avoid the danger which either of them feared.
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when a condescending carriage, with more mildness and gentleness had been more necessary, and in all probability, had saved both his Honour and his Kingdome:
when a condescending carriage, with more mildness and gentleness had been more necessary, and in all probability, had saved both his Honour and his Kingdom:
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on the otherside, the people acted by the same fatal and precipitant counsels of rash and unadvised persons, to avoid the heavy yoke of the house of David,
on the otherside, the people acted by the same fatal and precipitant Counsels of rash and unadvised Persons, to avoid the heavy yoke of the house of David,
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as they conceived, advanced one of the Servants of their former Kings, whose little finger proved indeed (as the other proudly speaks) heavier then the loyns of the two former Kings,
as they conceived, advanced one of the Servants of their former Kings, whose little finger proved indeed (as the other proudly speaks) Heavier then the loins of the two former Kings,
for the Kingdome was not able to stand long under the weight thereof, but was soon crushed and ruined by the tyrany of the succeeding Kings of the ten Tribes.
for the Kingdom was not able to stand long under the weight thereof, but was soon crushed and ruined by the tyranny of the succeeding Kings of the ten Tribes.
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The consideration of such dangerous consequences, might obviate the heady and tumultuous humors of many, who upon the least discontent against their Rulers,
The consideration of such dangerous consequences, might obviate the heady and tumultuous humours of many, who upon the least discontent against their Rulers,
Though wisdome be alwayes too high for a fool, as Solomon speaks, yet in the darkest times that ever befel the Israel of God, they that will do the will of God may by inquiry, study and prayer come to know what it is.
Though Wisdom be always too high for a fool, as Solomon speaks, yet in the Darkest times that ever befell the Israel of God, they that will do the will of God may by inquiry, study and prayer come to know what it is.
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yet out of a superstitious conceit, will needs make an Ephod, which thing ought not to have been done in Israel, what followed? All Israel went a whoring after it,
yet out of a superstitious conceit, will needs make an Ephod, which thing ought not to have been done in Israel, what followed? All Israel went a whoring After it,
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They that have such interest in them, had need know what they ought to do, seeing they may make them do almost what pleaseth themselves that are their Rulers:
They that have such Interest in them, had need know what they ought to do, seeing they may make them do almost what Pleases themselves that Are their Rulers:
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Thus in things of the greatest moment, it is easie for Princes, and Leaders, and Heads of the Tribes to draw them that are their bones and their flesh,
Thus in things of the greatest moment, it is easy for Princes, and Leaders, and Heads of the Tribes to draw them that Are their bones and their Flesh,
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for the sea of examples of this nature is withous bottome, whereby it will be found most evident, that those who are the Heads and Leaders of any people may easily engage them in their own quarrels to their ruine and destruction, as often as otherwise.
for the sea of Examples of this nature is withous bottom, whereby it will be found most evident, that those who Are the Heads and Leaders of any people may Easily engage them in their own quarrels to their ruin and destruction, as often as otherwise.
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Thus did Jeroboam, Ahab, Jehu and others perswade the people of Israel, after their own example, to embrace the abominable idolatry of the Calves which brought inevitable and fatal ruine upon the whole Kingdome of the ten Tribes,
Thus did Jeroboam, Ahab, Jehu and Others persuade the people of Israel, After their own Exampl, to embrace the abominable idolatry of the Calves which brought inevitable and fatal ruin upon the Whole Kingdom of the ten Tribes,
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Cato was wont to say of the people of Rome, (and it is as true of any other sort of people) that they were like sheep, in that it was easier to drive or lead a whole flock or multitude of them,
Cato was wont to say of the people of Room, (and it is as true of any other sort of people) that they were like sheep, in that it was Easier to drive or led a Whole flock or multitude of them,
By all which Considerations it is manifest that things are no where like, so succesfully to be carryed on as where they who are concerned in the leading of Church or state, have such understanding of the times,
By all which Considerations it is manifest that things Are no where like, so successfully to be carried on as where they who Are concerned in the leading of Church or state, have such understanding of the times,
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That which in this juncture of affairs before us in the text, was apprehended as most meet for Israel to doe, is by the joynt advice and counsel of the heads of this tribe propounded,
That which in this juncture of affairs before us in the text, was apprehended as most meet for Israel to do, is by the joint Advice and counsel of the Heads of this tribe propounded,
Where the whole multitude is not of one heart, and of one mind, as was said of them in the Acts. Chap 4.32. there will appear little beauty or strength, and no success in any of their motions.
Where the Whole multitude is not of one heart, and of one mind, as was said of them in the Acts. Chap 4.32. there will appear little beauty or strength, and no success in any of their motions.
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yet is there such a necessary and mutual connection between the parts, that they are all so firmly knit one to another, that it is altogether impossible to make any breach in their union:
yet is there such a necessary and mutual connection between the parts, that they Are all so firmly knit one to Another, that it is altogether impossible to make any breach in their Union:
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rather will those several bodies forget the propertyes of their own nature, then the•e shall be any Chasma or Vacuum amongst them, which would tend to a dissolution of the whole.
rather will those several bodies forget the properties of their own nature, then the•e shall be any Chasma or Vacuum among them, which would tend to a dissolution of the Whole.
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Therefore where the higher bodyes in Church or state, cannot descend (and that of their own voluntary inclination without forcible compulsion) and the lower and grosser ones cannot ascend up to meet the other, any man may easily read the destiny of such a society, It had been much better for Rehoboam to have denyed himself,
Therefore where the higher bodies in Church or state, cannot descend (and that of their own voluntary inclination without forcible compulsion) and the lower and grosser ones cannot ascend up to meet the other, any man may Easily read the destiny of such a society, It had been much better for Rehoboam to have denied himself,
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Cyrus is said to have overthrown the impregnable city of Babylon, by drawing the great channel of Euphrates, into several small rivulets, which, had they continued in one main stream, he could never have done.
Cyrus is said to have overthrown the impregnable City of Babylon, by drawing the great channel of Euphrates, into several small rivulets, which, had they continued in one main stream, he could never have done.
or upon the surface of the earth, that make any commotion therein, but the vapors that are insensibly gotten into its bowels, that make it quake and tremble.
or upon the surface of the earth, that make any commotion therein, but the vapours that Are insensibly got into its bowels, that make it quake and tremble.
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yet so long as they who sit at their helmes are united in their counsels and endeavours, most commonly do avoid the danger of ship-wrack, being turned this or that way, upon occasion, at the will of the governour,
yet so long as they who fit At their helms Are united in their Counsels and endeavours, most commonly do avoid the danger of shipwreck, being turned this or that Way, upon occasion, At the will of the governor,
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Or else may endanger the ruine of the whole, as too often hath been seen in the world, that when lesser societyes have been divided amongst themselves, they have but the sooner become a prey to a stronger power.
Or Else may endanger the ruin of the Whole, as too often hath been seen in the world, that when lesser societies have been divided among themselves, they have but the sooner become a prey to a Stronger power.
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Such divisions, especially in the Church of God, are in a great measure to be ascribed to the policy of Satan, who endeavours by all wayes and meanes to foment divisions, amongst those of the Church, by that course to ruine them,
Such divisions, especially in the Church of God, Are in a great measure to be ascribed to the policy of Satan, who endeavours by all ways and means to foment divisions, among those of the Church, by that course to ruin them,
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God also may be said to do it, being provoked by the pride and tyranny, with other wickedness of the sons of men, judicially to mingle a perverse spirit in the midst of a nation,
God also may be said to do it, being provoked by the pride and tyranny, with other wickedness of the Sons of men, judicially to mingle a perverse Spirit in the midst of a Nation,
and scandalous breaches, as they are sharply rebuked for by the Apostle, in both his Epistles to that Church, imputing the root of those divisions to the lusts of the flesh, Are ye not carnal, and walk as men? 1 Cor. 3.3.
and scandalous Breaches, as they Are sharply rebuked for by the Apostle, in both his Epistles to that Church, imputing the root of those divisions to the Lustiest of the Flesh, are you not carnal, and walk as men? 1 Cor. 3.3.
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But this being a matter of so great concernment for the good and welfare of Societyes whither Christian or civill, it may not be amiss to enquire into the true grounds and reasons of such Unity,
But this being a matter of so great concernment for the good and welfare of Societies whither Christian or civil, it may not be amiss to inquire into the true grounds and Reasons of such Unity,
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yet not being at an agreement amongst themselves about the person, or the manner of his Goverment, they were divided into factions till their minds by sad experience came to be convinced, that David was the person, not only called,
yet not being At an agreement among themselves about the person, or the manner of his Government, they were divided into factions till their minds by sad experience Come to be convinced, that David was the person, not only called,
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and on thy side thou son of Jesse, so that nothing can be supposed more directly to tend to the creating and maintaining, unity in the counsells and affections of a people,
and on thy side thou son of Jesse, so that nothing can be supposed more directly to tend to the creating and maintaining, unity in the Counsels and affections of a people,
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then cleer convincing light, and a demonstrative evidence, that what is propounded, is •he direct and proper meanes to bring about the end generally aymed at;
then clear convincing Light, and a demonstrative evidence, that what is propounded, is •he Direct and proper means to bring about the end generally aimed At;
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Otherwise it may fall out as Solomon saith, Ec. 10.15. the labour of the foolish wearyeth every one of them, for they know not how to find the way to the city.
Otherwise it may fallen out as Solomon Says, Ec. 10.15. the labour of the foolish wearyeth every one of them, for they know not how to find the Way to the City.
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and the members in the body natural, which carryed such a convincing evidence along with it, that all partyes at variance were soon agreed about the way of their own welfare.
and the members in the body natural, which carried such a convincing evidence along with it, that all parties At variance were soon agreed about the Way of their own welfare.
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2. The mutual interest that the members of the same Society have in the affections of each other, gives great advantage to promote this Unity, if duly considered.
2. The mutual Interest that the members of the same Society have in the affections of each other, gives great advantage to promote this Unity, if duly considered.
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as also the promise of mutual assistance each to other, and no doubt the preceding exhortation to magnanimity, took the firmer hold on either of their hearts to consider their neer relation each to other.
as also the promise of mutual assistance each to other, and no doubt the preceding exhortation to magnanimity, took the firmer hold on either of their hearts to Consider their near Relation each to other.
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when the minds of persons, are either leavened with pride, or discontented, or their spirits imbittered with jealousies or prejudices against each other, it cannot but much hinder this desired Unity.
when the minds of Persons, Are either leavened with pride, or discontented, or their spirits imbittered with jealousies or prejudices against each other, it cannot but much hinder this desired Unity.
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When the envy of Ephraim, and the ve•ing of Judah shall cease one toward another Isa 11.13. they may the more easily subdue all other of their enemies.
When the envy of Ephraim, and the ve•ing of Judah shall cease one towards Another Isaiah 11.13. they may the more Easily subdue all other of their enemies.
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3. This comes to pass by the prudent and condescending behaviour of those that are leaders of others, who by their discreet behaviour may doe much to maintain Love and unity in Societyes,
3. This comes to pass by the prudent and condescending behaviour of those that Are leaders of Others, who by their discreet behaviour may do much to maintain Love and unity in Societies,
Gideon by a mild and gentle answer prevented a quarrel betwixt him and the Ephraemites, which afterwards upon the like occasion brake forth into a bloudy warr, in the dayes of Jeptah.
gideon by a mild and gentle answer prevented a quarrel betwixt him and the Ephraemites, which afterwards upon the like occasion brake forth into a bloody war, in the days of Jephthah.
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David bowed the hearts of all the men of Israel as one man, by an insinuating speech as by his discreet behaviour in former times he won the hearts of all Sauls servants, notwithstanding that inveterate prejudice, envy and malice of their master against him.
David bowed the hearts of all the men of Israel as one man, by an insinuating speech as by his discreet behaviour in former times he wone the hearts of all Saul's Servants, notwithstanding that inveterate prejudice, envy and malice of their master against him.
yet it for ever after lost his interest in his Sovereigns heart, the harshness of the words being harder to be digested then the matter contained in them.
yet it for ever After lost his Interest in his Sovereigns heart, the harshness of the words being harder to be digested then the matter contained in them.
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wherefore following kings chuse rather to express their non-assent to the demands of their subjects by an Advis•ra•le Roy, then by an harsh and absolute refusal.
Wherefore following Kings choose rather to express their non-assent to the demands of their subject's by an Advis•ra•le Roy, then by an harsh and absolute refusal.
When Themistocles once told the Adriens, to whom he was sent to demand tribu•e, that he would bring two mighty Gods to overcome them, Love and Eloquence, it was replyed to him, that they had two mightier then they, sc Poverty and impossibility,
When Themistocles once told the Adriens, to whom he was sent to demand tribu•e, that he would bring two mighty God's to overcome them, Love and Eloquence, it was replied to him, that they had two Mightier then they, sc Poverty and impossibility,
and the house of Millo, the wisest Counsels shall not prevail, as at that time was delivered them by Jotham a very sage Apologus, yet it could not prevent that wicked conspiracy between the men of Shechem,
and the house of Millo, the Wisest Counsels shall not prevail, as At that time was Delivered them by Jotham a very sage Apologue, yet it could not prevent that wicked Conspiracy between the men of Shechem,
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and Abimelech, for God had purposed by that means to punish them both, so that a mutual fire is kindled, whereby the men of Shechem & the house of Millo are devoured one by another:
and Abimelech, for God had purposed by that means to Punish them both, so that a mutual fire is kindled, whereby the men of Shechem & the house of Millo Are devoured one by Another:
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when a mans ways please the Lord, his very Enemies shall be at peace with him, much more easie it is to expect that such may obtain peace one with another,
when a men ways please the Lord, his very Enemies shall be At peace with him, much more easy it is to expect that such may obtain peace one with Another,
It was prophecied of Solomons Reign, that there should be an abundance of Peace, and so it was fulfilled, till God stird him up Adversaries, which put an end to his peace:
It was prophesied of Solomons Reign, that there should be an abundance of Peace, and so it was fulfilled, till God stirred him up Adversaries, which put an end to his peace:
So as if God will give a Commission to any Instruments, to take away peace from this or that part of the Earth, it may not be expected, to continue longer there;
So as if God will give a Commission to any Instruments, to take away peace from this or that part of the Earth, it may not be expected, to continue longer there;
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yet is not the least thing considerable in a flourishing state: for otherwise through the cowardize and slothfulness of a people with other vices attending thereon,
yet is not the least thing considerable in a flourishing state: for otherwise through the cowardice and slothfulness of a people with other vices attending thereon,
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The very name of David and his mighty men that were with him, though weary and weak-handed (as Achitophel wisely suggested) was enough to fright Absolom and all the men of Israel from pursuing their advantage:
The very name of David and his mighty men that were with him, though weary and weak-handed (as Ahithophel wisely suggested) was enough to fright Absalom and all the men of Israel from pursuing their advantage:
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I shall here therefore take occasion to discourse somewhat of that eminent vertue, so necessary for the flourishing of a people, disposed into a well ordered polity.
I shall Here Therefore take occasion to discourse somewhat of that eminent virtue, so necessary for the flourishing of a people, disposed into a well ordered polity.
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It is a lawful striving as the Apostle tells us, that deserves the Garland, we must know therefore, that there are four ingredients necessary to the constitutioo of a valiant minde.
It is a lawful striving as the Apostle tells us, that deserves the Garland, we must know Therefore, that there Are four ingredients necessary to the constitutioo of a valiant mind.
It was the commendation of the worthies of God, that they accepted not of deliverance, sc. upon low and base terms, which may be imposed by Adversaries.
It was the commendation of the worthies of God, that they accepted not of deliverance, sc. upon low and base terms, which may be imposed by Adversaries.
If the men of J•besh-Gilead, or Ahab afterwards, had accepted of their lives or peace, upon the ignominious tearms offered by the supposed Conquerer, it had been a thing unworthy of the Israel of God.
If the men of J•besh-Gilead, or Ahab afterwards, had accepted of their lives or peace, upon the ignominious terms offered by the supposed Conqueror, it had been a thing unworthy of the Israel of God.
Is it lawful to scourge a Roman? such was Pauls humility as an Apostle of Jesus Christ, that he can be content to receive forty stripes of his own Nation,
Is it lawful to scourge a Roman? such was Paul's humility as an Apostle of jesus christ, that he can be content to receive forty stripes of his own nation,
David will not be afraid though an Host should encamp against him, Psal. 27.3. Fear is an embondaging affection but the true Israel of God are called unto liberty,
David will not be afraid though an Host should encamp against him, Psalm 27.3. fear is an embondaging affection but the true Israel of God Are called unto liberty,
it was a notable spirit of valour that discovered it self in that English Captain, under his King in France, who being sent to discover the Enemies Camp,
it was a notable Spirit of valour that discovered it self in that English Captain, under his King in France, who being sent to discover the Enemies Camp,
and his numbers, was no whit discouraged (by the great disproportion that might be observed betwixt themselves and the enemy) but returned this answer, That there was a very great many of them, enough to kill, enough to take Prisoners,
and his numbers, was no whit discouraged (by the great disproportion that might be observed betwixt themselves and the enemy) but returned this answer, That there was a very great many of them, enough to kill, enough to take Prisoners,
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when Gods Spirit was said to come upon them, as upon Sampson, Judg. 14.15. when he met a Lyon, and Judg. 15.14.8. when he smote the Philistines hip and thigh;
when God's Spirit was said to come upon them, as upon Sampson, Judges 14.15. when he met a lion, and Judges 15.14.8. when he smote the philistines hip and thigh;
As was seen in Joab, 2 Sam. 10.12. who is resolved to behave himself valiantly, leaving the issue and success to God, to do what should seem good in his sight.
As was seen in Joab, 2 Sam. 10.12. who is resolved to behave himself valiantly, leaving the issue and success to God, to do what should seem good in his sighed.
Why should not every true Israelite having the same cause, the same spirit of Faith, the fame promises, have experience of the same courage and confidence of minde in their measure.
Why should not every true Israelite having the same cause, the same Spirit of Faith, the fame promises, have experience of the same courage and confidence of mind in their measure.
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3. In the third place, Patience is also requisite, enabling them quietly to bear with all the evils they may meet with by reason of the diuturnity of the Act. If thou faint in the day of adversity, saith Solomon, Prov. 24.10. thy strength is but small.
3. In the third place, Patience is also requisite, enabling them quietly to bear with all the evils they may meet with by reason of the diuturnity of the Act. If thou faint in the day of adversity, Says Solomon, Curae 24.10. thy strength is but small.
so that in their experiences, they must say, Qui cupit optatam cursu — Multa tulit fecit { que } &c. At Israels first coming out of Egypt, God would not carry them by the way of the Spyes,
so that in their experiences, they must say, Qui Cupit optatam cursu — Multa tulit fecit { que } etc. At Israel's First coming out of Egypt, God would not carry them by the Way of the Spies,
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for when that Generation that came out of Egypt upon tryal, manifested such untractibleness and impatience under the hazard and difficulties of war, God saw meet to lay them wholly aside,
for when that Generation that Come out of Egypt upon trial, manifested such untractibleness and impatience under the hazard and difficulties of war, God saw meet to lay them wholly aside,
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Amongst Davids small number that followed him while he was at Ziglag, one third part tis said, was so faint, that they could not go over the Brook Bezor,
among Davids small number that followed him while he was At Ziklag, one third part this said, was so faint, that they could not go over the Brook Bezor,
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It was one part of the Sacramentum militare, by which the Roman Souldiers were wont to be listed of old, not only that they should not be unwilling to dye for the Common-wealth,
It was one part of the Sacramentum militare, by which the Roman Soldiers were wont to be listed of old, not only that they should not be unwilling to die for the Commonwealth,
Moses will not allow the two Tribes and an half to sit still after their own inheritance was cleared of the Enemy, till they had also helped to put their Brethren into the possession of theirs, Numb. 32.6.
Moses will not allow the two Tribes and an half to fit still After their own inheritance was cleared of the Enemy, till they had also helped to put their Brothers into the possession of theirs, Numb. 32.6.
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As John the Baptist was furnished from that measure of heavenly wisdome he was endued with, to give a satisfying answer to several that came to him with this question, What shall we do? Luke.
As John the Baptist was furnished from that measure of heavenly Wisdom he was endued with, to give a satisfying answer to several that Come to him with this question, What shall we do? Luke.
3. ver. 10, 12, 14. So may any wise Scribe instructed to the Kingdome of God, from this text be supplyed to give an answer to every person here present,
3. ver. 10, 12, 14. So may any wise Scribe instructed to the Kingdom of God, from this text be supplied to give an answer to every person Here present,
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By proportion this day was wont to be a joyfull day unto us, being as it were the solemnizing of the Birth-day of our little State, the renewall of our Goverment, with all our civill priviledges.
By proportion this day was wont to be a joyful day unto us, being as it were the solemnizing of the Birthday of our little State, the renewal of our Government, with all our civil privileges.
You are now called to the exercise of your civill Liberty (wherein much of your other libertyes are bound up) Use not your liberty for an occasion to the flesh,
You Are now called to the exercise of your civil Liberty (wherein much of your other Liberties Are bound up) Use not your liberty for an occasion to the Flesh,
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I might here minde you, that although it uses to be accounted ore•o the highest civill priviledges a people can enjoy, to have the liberty to choose their owne Rulers,
I might Here mind you, that although it uses to be accounted ore•o the highest civil privileges a people can enjoy, to have the liberty to choose their own Rulers,
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yet if this matter be not carefully lookt unto, so as to be both prudently and conscienciously carryed on, it may become an occasion of the greatest bondage;
yet if this matter be not carefully looked unto, so as to be both prudently and conscientiously carried on, it may become an occasion of the greatest bondage;
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what may we think of them that being called 〈 … 〉 of their Brethren with the supream power of Rule & Go• 〈 ◊ 〉, (〈 ◊ 〉 •f the highest service for the glory of God & good of men) sh• 〈 … 〉 with fact on or prejudice,
what may we think of them that being called 〈 … 〉 of their Brothers with the supreme power of Rule & Go• 〈 ◊ 〉, (〈 ◊ 〉 •f the highest service for the glory of God & good of men) sh• 〈 … 〉 with fact on or prejudice,
or in in their choise to 〈 … 〉 those that are, I mean not to attend the directions given by God himself, Exod 18.27. Able men fearing God &c. Yea it is expresly commanded them, Deut. 17.15 Thou shalt in any wise set him ••ng over thee whom the Lord thy God shall chuse:
or in in their choice to 〈 … 〉 those that Are, I mean not to attend the directions given by God himself, Exod 18.27. Able men fearing God etc. Yea it is expressly commanded them, Deuteronomy 17.15 Thou shalt in any wise Set him ••ng over thee whom the Lord thy God shall choose:
whom is God said to chuse, but those whom he hath not only called but fitted for such office by the gifts of wisdome and grace, which were wont to be signified by the holy oyle used to be powred on them.
whom is God said to choose, but those whom he hath not only called but fitted for such office by the Gifts of Wisdom and grace, which were wont to be signified by the holy oil used to be poured on them.
What ever strange concurrence might be observed in the person of Saul, between the rashness of the people to inforcing Samuel to the present choyce of a king,
What ever strange concurrence might be observed in the person of Saul, between the rashness of the people to enforcing Samuel to the present choice of a King,
I will not here ingage in any dispute whither it it be either necessary, or convenient for a free people to use their liberty in oft changing their Magistrates or chief Rulers.
I will not Here engage in any dispute whither it it be either necessary, or convenient for a free people to use their liberty in oft changing their Magistrates or chief Rulers.
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Concerning inferiour Officers, such as are Fiscalls & Treasurers, whose places (by reason of the profit they usually are attended with) are more liable to temptation & corruption, there is no matter of danger in their change.
Concerning inferior Officers, such as Are Fiscalls & Treasurers, whose places (by reason of the profit they usually Are attended with) Are more liable to temptation & corruption, there is no matter of danger in their change.
Wise Hannibal, while he was Pretor at Carthage, got an Act from the Senate for the changing of such great Officers every year, having observed how ready they were all to hold together to the obstruction of justice, and oppression of the people.
Wise Hannibal, while he was Praetor At Carthage, god an Act from the Senate for the changing of such great Officers every year, having observed how ready they were all to hold together to the obstruction of Justice, and oppression of the people.
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Another speaks to the same purpose, That unless a Countrey be very full of skilfull and expert men, by often changing their Rulers, the Goverment will fall into the hands of rude and ignorant Mechanicks.
another speaks to the same purpose, That unless a Country be very full of skilful and expert men, by often changing their Rulers, the Government will fallen into the hands of rude and ignorant Mechanics.
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But where the wisdome of any Countrey hath by long experience, seen cause to continue the same Rulers, they had need be well advised, that should promote any innovation, especially in any difficult Juncture of affairs:
But where the Wisdom of any Country hath by long experience, seen cause to continue the same Rulers, they had need be well advised, that should promote any innovation, especially in any difficult Juncture of affairs:
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It was good Counsell which a wise man of Capua once gave his fellow Citizens, that before they cut off the old Senators, they should find new ones that were better to place in their room, which when upon tryal they were not able to doe, they were easily perswaded to continue the former in place.
It was good Counsel which a wise man of Capua once gave his fellow Citizens, that before they Cut off the old Senators, they should find new ones that were better to place in their room, which when upon trial they were not able to do, they were Easily persuaded to continue the former in place.
For if I mistake not, any man may make both a true prognostick, & diagnostick of the athletick State of your people, through the whole order of your Goverment, both eccleastical and civill, by your Elections,
For if I mistake not, any man may make both a true prognostic, & diagnostic of the athletic State of your people, through the Whole order of your Government, both eccleastical and civil, by your Elections,
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I am bold to speak the more on this hand, that I might imprint upon all your minds, that are any way concerned in Election, a conscientious care of your duty,
I am bold to speak the more on this hand, that I might imprint upon all your minds, that Are any Way concerned in Election, a conscientious care of your duty,
It was one of the last requests that Moses made unto the God of the spirits of all flesh, just as he was ready to resign up his charge, that a man might be set over the Congregation, which might both goe in and out before them, that the Congregation of the Lord be not as sheep that have no sheheard, Num. 17.16.17.
It was one of the last requests that Moses made unto the God of the spirits of all Flesh, just as he was ready to resign up his charge, that a man might be Set over the Congregation, which might both go in and out before them, that the Congregation of the Lord be not as sheep that have no sheheard, Num. 17.16.17.
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Lest they should there by be left to wander every one after his owne immagination, and so degenerate into corrupt and foolish wayes to their owne destruct on.
Lest they should there by be left to wander every one After his own imagination, and so degenerate into corrupt and foolish ways to their own destruct on.
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I am not ignorant that the lot of this dayes Election is in a great part cast into the lap, the disposal thereof from the Lord we expect to know by and by:
I am not ignorant that the lot of this days Election is in a great part cast into the lap, the disposal thereof from the Lord we expect to know by and by:
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Is•i. 3.6, 7. for they are the things lest requisite in him who is called to be an Healer, A poor and wise child, is better then an old and foolish King, saith Solomon, Eccless 4.12.
Is•i. 3.6, 7. for they Are the things lest requisite in him who is called to be an Healer, A poor and wise child, is better then an old and foolish King, Says Solomon, Eccless 4.12.
If any should here expect that a character should here be given, how to judge of such men as may be accounted meet to be heads or leaders of Israel, the text is a full description, such as have understanding of the times to know what Israel ought to doe;
If any should Here expect that a character should Here be given, how to judge of such men as may be accounted meet to be Heads or leaders of Israel, the text is a full description, such as have understanding of the times to know what Israel ought to doe;
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God may make use of the common gifts of the spirit, or natural endowments of men unsanctifyed for the good of his people & often doth when the Goverment is by providence unavoidably devolved upon them;
God may make use of the Common Gifts of the Spirit, or natural endowments of men unsanctified for the good of his people & often does when the Government is by providence avoidable devolved upon them;
but it may be questioned, whether a people can expect a blessing under Rulers of their own voluntary choyce, whose piety may upon certain & good grounds be suspected,
but it may be questioned, whither a people can expect a blessing under Rulers of their own voluntary choice, whose piety may upon certain & good grounds be suspected,
Such as by the benefit of natural parts Experience, Education, and study, have advantage above others to be acquainted with the affairs of the world abroad,
Such as by the benefit of natural parts Experience, Education, and study, have advantage above Others to be acquainted with the affairs of the world abroad,
It was no doubt some advantage to the officers of Hezekiah, in their treating the messengers of the Assyrian, that they understood the Syrian tongue as well as their owne.
It was no doubt Some advantage to the Officers of Hezekiah, in their treating the messengers of the assyrian, that they understood the Syrian tongue as well as their own.
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It may be presumed that no man, unless a We•e•n Sceptick, ever did account Moses less fit to be a Leader unto Israel because he was learned in all th• wisdome of the Egyptians, a man mighty in words and in deeds.
It may be presumed that no man, unless a We•e•n Sceptic, ever did account Moses less fit to be a Leader unto Israel Because he was learned in all th• Wisdom of the egyptians, a man mighty in words and in Deeds.
if he had not been able to have disputed with arguments of reason, as well as weapons of warr, he could not have managed the quarrel so succesfully as he did.
if he had not been able to have disputed with Arguments of reason, as well as weapons of war, he could not have managed the quarrel so successfully as he did.
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The chief Leaders of Israel before he Kings, were called Judges, a potiori parte; though the chief part of their work usually was to be Captains of their warrs,
The chief Leaders of Israel before he Kings, were called Judges, a potiori part; though the chief part of their work usually was to be Captains of their wars,
yet they received their title from their power of Judging, which certainly required skill and knowledge of the Lawes, by which they were to judge, which how well it could be attained without help of humane learning. I doe not understand.
yet they received their title from their power of Judging, which Certainly required skill and knowledge of the Laws, by which they were to judge, which how well it could be attained without help of humane learning. I do not understand.
It was well replyed by an officer of State to a Nobleman, that made small account of learning in the education of his son, (aiming at no higher learning then to be able to ride an horse,
It was well replied by an officer of State to a Nobleman, that made small account of learning in the education of his son, (aiming At no higher learning then to be able to ride an horse,
Moderation is another property of wisdome, for if peace and truth be the best end, that all ought to aime at moderate and pacifick wayes and principles, that run not in extreams, are certainly the directest wayes that lead thereunto.
Moderation is Another property of Wisdom, for if peace and truth be the best end, that all ought to aim At moderate and pacific ways and principles, that run not in extremes, Are Certainly the directest ways that led thereunto.
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Therefore it is observed that men of moderate and peaceable tempers, are both the wisest, and most useful men in all Societies, Extreams are alway•s dangerous:
Therefore it is observed that men of moderate and peaceable tempers, Are both the Wisest, and most useful men in all Societies, Extremes Are alway•s dangerous:
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Some men think they can never run far enough from that they hate, whereas wisemen can see as dangerous a precipice of error before them as that which they left be•ind them.
some men think they can never run Far enough from that they hate, whereas Wise men can see as dangerous a precipice of error before them as that which they left be•ind them.
In most of which he that hath taken the least view of the managing of such controversies, will finde that men of rigid and severe spirits, have missed both of peace and truth, the designe of all good and wise men.
In most of which he that hath taken the least view of the managing of such controversies, will find that men of rigid and severe spirits, have missed both of peace and truth, the Design of all good and wise men.
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Thus did the Donatists in Africa, and the Novatians about Rome of old, who separated from all other Christians, save those of their own perswasion, till at last, there were none left either to joyn with or separate from, the spinning of thread too fine, doth but draw the wool beyond the staple,
Thus did the Donatists in Africa, and the Novatians about Room of old, who separated from all other Christians, save those of their own persuasion, till At last, there were none left either to join with or separate from, the spinning of thread too fine, does but draw the wool beyond the staple,
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Thus hath it been found in these last dayes of Reformation, the Religion of many proving like precious Liquor, too often distilled, till at last all evaporates into meer fume:
Thus hath it been found in these last days of Reformation, the Religion of many proving like precious Liquour, too often distilled, till At last all evaporates into mere fume:
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some that could not be content to keep company with their honest minded Brethren, in the middle Kegion of revealed Truth, (the most wholsome practical points of Doctrine) have soared so high aloft that they have as well lost themselves,
Some that could not be content to keep company with their honest minded Brothers, in the middle Kegion of revealed Truth, (the most wholesome practical points of Doctrine) have soared so high aloft that they have as well lost themselves,
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It is that which highly commended the wisdome of Basilius Magnus in those times of controversie, in which his Lot did fall, that his moderation lead him to abstain from some expressions in the controversies then stirring (with great freedome and boldness used by others) that he might not be the envy of words and phrases, draw upon himself,
It is that which highly commended the Wisdom of Basil Magnus in those times of controversy, in which his Lot did fallen, that his moderation led him to abstain from Some expressions in the controversies then stirring (with great freedom and boldness used by Others) that he might not be the envy of words and phrases, draw upon himself,
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As a great Divine of ours notes out of Gregory Nazian. " If the like wisdome and Moderation had been observed in those that earnestly contend for truth,
As a great Divine of ours notes out of Gregory Nazian. " If the like Wisdom and Moderation had been observed in those that earnestly contend for truth,
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The words of the wise saith Solomon are heard in quiet, more then the cry of him that ruleth among fools, i.e. A wise man that speaks without clamour, noyse or contention gains more credit to his words by the weight of the matter,
The words of the wise Says Solomon Are herd in quiet, more then the cry of him that Ruleth among Fools, i.e. A wise man that speaks without clamour, noise or contention gains more credit to his words by the weight of the matter,
The poor wise man saved the City, by wise counsel, not by weapons of War, Eccles. 9.15 when a great King came against it, besieged it, built Bulwarks against it.
The poor wise man saved the city, by wise counsel, not by weapons of War, Eccles. 9.15 when a great King Come against it, besieged it, built Bulwarks against it.
Contention saith Solomon, is like the breaking forth of water, therefore his advice is, to leave off before it be medled with, Prov. 17.14 D•lc• b•llum inexpertis, is a true saying, i. e.
Contention Says Solomon, is like the breaking forth of water, Therefore his Advice is, to leave off before it be meddled with, Curae 17.14 D•lc• b•llum inexpertis, is a true saying, i. e.
War uses to be welcome to none, but those that never made tryal thereof, as I fear New-England may find by woful experience, which will leave a reflection of the deeper guilt,
War uses to be welcome to none, but those that never made trial thereof, as I Fear New england may find by woeful experience, which will leave a reflection of the Deeper guilt,
but every thing is beautiful in his season, where the urging of some truth of less moment, may certainly endanger the breach of peace, which is a greater good, I know not,
but every thing is beautiful in his season, where the urging of Some truth of less moment, may Certainly endanger the breach of peace, which is a greater good, I know not,
But for Opinions of less certainty and moment, where wise and good men have alwayes needed a latitude, wherein to differ and turn aside one from the other, it can be no part of wisdome to be too eager or rigorous about them, some with the Disciples, Luke 9.54.55.
But for Opinions of less certainty and moment, where wise and good men have always needed a latitude, wherein to differ and turn aside one from the other, it can be no part of Wisdom to be too eager or rigorous about them, Some with the Disciples, Lycia 9.54.55.
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Humility, the ground of condescension is nearly allyed to wisdome, both are the procreant causes of great Blessings to the Sons of men, Prov. 22.4. The wisdome that is from above is gentle, easie to be entreated.
Humility, the ground of condescension is nearly allied to Wisdom, both Are the procreant Causes of great Blessings to the Sons of men, Curae 22.4. The Wisdom that is from above is gentle, easy to be entreated.
7. Deliberation, is the last property of Wisdome which I need mention, it can hardly be thought to consist with Wisdome to do any thing rashly in matters of moment.
7. Deliberation, is the last property of Wisdom which I need mention, it can hardly be Thought to consist with Wisdom to do any thing rashly in matters of moment.
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Temerity of Counsels argues rather height of folly and pride then depth of wisdome; for in so doing, we should lay aside Reason, our most faithful and best Councellour,
Temerity of Counsels argues rather height of folly and pride then depth of Wisdom; for in so doing, we should lay aside Reason, our most faithful and best Counselor,
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For although our statutes be not unalterable, like those of the Medes and Persians, yet that which is maturely agreed upon at the first, will stand in the less need of alteration or abrogation:
For although our statutes be not unalterable, like those of the Medes and Persians, yet that which is maturely agreed upon At the First, will stand in the less need of alteration or abrogation:
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Theodosius that famous Christian Emperour, noted for great wisdome also, did that on the sudden in a passion, that he had cause to repent of ever after.
Theodosius that famous Christian Emperor, noted for great Wisdom also, did that on the sudden in a passion, that he had cause to Repent of ever After.
To be flow to wrath argues great understanding in the wise mans account, Prov. 14.29. It is reported of Heraclius the Treasurer of the said Theodosius, that giving so far way to his passion;
To be flow to wrath argues great understanding in the wise men account, Curae 14.29. It is reported of Heraclius the Treasurer of the said Theodosius, that giving so Far Way to his passion;
passionately called them Arabick Dogs, which so incensed them that they immediately set up their own B•nnets, which gave occasion to those infernal Locusts that came first out of the bottomless pit, to overspread the face of the Christian World, miserably tormenting the Inhabitants thereof,
passionately called them Arabic Dogs, which so incensed them that they immediately Set up their own B•nnets, which gave occasion to those infernal Locusts that Come First out of the bottomless pit, to overspread the face of the Christian World, miserably tormenting the Inhabitants thereof,
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for an hundred and fifty years, where by the way may be noted, hard words are the worst kind of pay, can be made to such as venture their lives for the service of the common-wealth.
for an hundred and fifty Years, where by the Way may be noted, hard words Are the worst kind of pay, can be made to such as venture their lives for the service of the commonwealth.
The same befell Rehoboam, whose hard, proud and haughty words, were answered by a shower of as hard stones, that fell heavy on the bones of his officers.
The same befell Rehoboam, whose hard, proud and haughty words, were answered by a shower of as hard stones, that fell heavy on the bones of his Officers.
Cunct ando restituit rem, he repaired that by deliberation, and prudent delaying of matters, which some others had almost ruined, by their precipetant and heady adventures.
Cunct ando Restituit remembering, he repaired that by deliberation, and prudent delaying of matters, which Some Others had almost ruined, by their precipetant and heady adventures.
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The rest of your Brethren here present, are but inferiour Members of that body, of which you are the Head, instruments subservient to your direction and guidance.
The rest of your Brothers Here present, Are but inferior Members of that body, of which you Are the Head, Instruments subservient to your direction and guidance.
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it is the care of the Consuls, (who had the executing part of the power of the People put into their hands) to see that the Common-wealth receive no detriment:
it is the care of the Consuls, (who had the executing part of the power of the People put into their hands) to see that the Commonwealth receive no detriment:
The concernments belonging unto you in reference to Israel, are either Ecclesiastical or Political, the latter are Civil, Military, so that as you see, they are threefold, Sacred, Civil,
The concernments belonging unto you in Referente to Israel, Are either Ecclesiastical or Political, the latter Are Civil, Military, so that as you see, they Are threefold, Sacred, Civil,
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Imperativè as they say, though not Elicitivè. I need not take up time (it were not to spend but mispend it) in proving, that civil Rulers have to do in matters of Religion. That Text alone, Mat. 22.37.
Imperativè as they say, though not Elicitivè. I need not take up time (it were not to spend but misspend it) in proving, that civil Rulers have to do in matters of Religion. That Text alone, Mathew 22.37.
as its last end, it was said by the Prophet, the Merchandize of Tyre, shall be holiness to the Lord, may it not as well be said, that the Magistracy of Rome,
as its last end, it was said by the Prophet, the Merchandise of Tyre, shall be holiness to the Lord, may it not as well be said, that the Magistracy of Room,
although he doth not need it (for he did carry on the work of his Kingdome when all the civil Magistrates of the world were combined against it) that will not excuse Magistrates for non-performance of their duty when ever they are impowred thereunto:
although he does not need it (for he did carry on the work of his Kingdom when all the civil Magistrates of the world were combined against it) that will not excuse Magistrates for non-performance of their duty when ever they Are empowered thereunto:
or other perswasions, and one also never suspected of, or condemned for, deviating, declining, or receding from former principles by him self taken up, which it may be others as innocent, are yet not altogether to free from the suspition of:
or other persuasions, and one also never suspected of, or condemned for, deviating, declining, or receding from former principles by him self taken up, which it may be Others as innocent, Are yet not altogether to free from the suspicion of:
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That first and famous Christian Emperour, was wont to say of himself that he was NONLATINALPHABET as others were NONLATINALPHABET Yea Paul himself declare it not only to be his judgement but the mind of God himself, in those direct and plain Texts of the Epistles to the Romans, Chap. 13.1, 2, 3, 4, &c. 1 Tim. 2.2.
That First and famous Christian Emperor, was wont to say of himself that he was as Others were Yea Paul himself declare it not only to be his judgement but the mind of God himself, in those Direct and plain Texts of the Epistles to the Roman, Chap. 13.1, 2, 3, 4, etc. 1 Tim. 2.2.
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But to prevent any mistake here, by speaking more particularly about the civil Magistrates Power and duty concerning matters of Religion, it may be reduced to these three heads. 1. The establishing the true Religion where it never was. 2. The maintaining and upholding of it where it is. 3. The reforming it where it is grown corrupt.
But to prevent any mistake Here, by speaking more particularly about the civil Magistrates Power and duty Concerning matters of Religion, it may be reduced to these three Heads. 1. The establishing the true Religion where it never was. 2. The maintaining and upholding of it where it is. 3. The reforming it where it is grown corrupt.
It is made by learned and judicious Writers, one of the undoubted Rights of Soveraignty to determine what Religion shall be publickly professed and exercised within their Dominions.
It is made by learned and judicious Writers, one of the undoubted Rights of Sovereignty to determine what Religion shall be publicly professed and exercised within their Dominions.
What reason can be rendred why the Popish Religion is professed only in Spain, the Lutheran in some Kingdomes and Provinces of Europe, the Calvinists in others;
What reason can be rendered why the Popish Religion is professed only in Spain, the Lutheran in Some Kingdoms and Provinces of Europe, the Calvinists in Others;
an indulgence granted in some Kingdomes to differing professions, but that the chief Rulers, Kings or Princes of State are this or that way affected? Why else doe wee in New-England that profess the doctrine of Calvin,
an indulgence granted in Some Kingdoms to differing professions, but that the chief Rulers, Kings or Princes of State Are this or that Way affected? Why Else do we in New england that profess the Doctrine of calvin,
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yet practise the discipline of them called Independant, or Congregational Churches, but because the authority of the Countrey is perswaded, that to be most agreeable to the mind of God.
yet practise the discipline of them called Independent, or Congregational Churches, but Because the Authority of the Country is persuaded, that to be most agreeable to the mind of God.
This is not to be understood, as if it were to belong to civil Rulers to obtrude upon the Consciences of their Subjects and people, the profession of what doctrine or Religion they please;
This is not to be understood, as if it were to belong to civil Rulers to obtrude upon the Consciences of their Subject's and people, the profession of what Doctrine or Religion they please;
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but that no perswasion in Religion can orderly become the publick profession of any people or person, without liberty first obtained from the supream Rulers of the Nation.
but that no persuasion in Religion can orderly become the public profession of any people or person, without liberty First obtained from the supreme Rulers of the nation.
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Thus did the first Christian Emperours of old, shut up the Idol Temples, not suffering their subjects to walk on in the practise of their former abominable Idolatryes,
Thus did the First Christian emperors of old, shut up the Idol Temples, not suffering their subject's to walk on in the practice of their former abominable Idolatries,
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and if they did compell those of their own nation to attend the Celebration of the passeover and the like, it was because that worship was NONLATINALPHABET literally enjoyned that people,
and if they did compel those of their own Nation to attend the Celebration of the passover and the like, it was Because that worship was literally enjoined that people,
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Now Faith is a perswasion wrought in the heart, not ingendred by outward compulsion, as saith Gregory, Nova et inaudita est illa praedicatio, qua verberibus exigit Fidem.
Now Faith is a persuasion wrought in the heart, not engendered by outward compulsion, as Says Gregory, Nova et inaudita est illa Predication, qua verberibus exigit Fidem.
2. In the second place therefore, the same power is necessarily required to uphold & maintain the true Religion, which was at first to establish it, that is to maintain the publick profession thereof.
2. In the second place Therefore, the same power is necessarily required to uphold & maintain the true Religion, which was At First to establish it, that is to maintain the public profession thereof.
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If the true Religion had not been publickly professed without the countenance of the civill Power, it is not like to be professed longer then the same power will give allowance or Command or encouragement.
If the true Religion had not been publicly professed without the countenance of the civil Power, it is not like to be professed longer then the same power will give allowance or Command or encouragement.
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The Church by some is compared to hangings, the Common-wealth to the walls; the Church is the fruitfull Vine, the Common-wealth the prop that supports it.
The Church by Some is compared to hangings, the Commonwealth to the walls; the Church is the fruitful Vine, the Commonwealth the prop that supports it.
2. By providing maintenance, and other suitable encouragements for such Ministers in all their administrations, according to the Apostolical practice Act. 6.24. and precept 1. Cor 9.5.6, 7, 9. &c. For it will necessarily hold, that if Ministers by divine Institution may expect maintenance and encouragement, who should take care to see it done but the Rulers of Christian common-wealths.
2. By providing maintenance, and other suitable encouragements for such Ministers in all their administrations, according to the Apostolical practice Act. 6.24. and precept 1. Cor 9.5.6, 7, 9. etc. For it will necessarily hold, that if Ministers by divine Institution may expect maintenance and encouragement, who should take care to see it done but the Rulers of Christian commonwealths.
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Abraham as a man of warre paid tithes to Melchizedek as a publick Minister of God in that place, where he obtained his victory, They will have an hard Task that will undertake to prove that Tithes in some sence are not moral,
Abraham as a man of war paid Tithes to Melchizedek as a public Minister of God in that place, where he obtained his victory, They will have an hard Task that will undertake to prove that Tithes in Some sense Are not moral,
But it is sufficient for our present purpose that those Texts under the New-Testament conclude it a moral duty, with many other that might be cited, to take care they be maintained,
But it is sufficient for our present purpose that those Texts under the New testament conclude it a moral duty, with many other that might be cited, to take care they be maintained,
It is not meet that the Israelits should alwayes goe down to the Philistines to sharpen their weapons, which they are to use in fighting against the enemies of Gods Church,
It is not meet that the Israelites should always go down to the philistines to sharpen their weapons, which they Are to use in fighting against the enemies of God's Church,
Julian complaines that the Christians beat the heathen Philosophers with their owne weapons, therefore did he subtilly contrive to deprive the Christians of the benefit of Schooles,
Julian complains that the Christians beatrice the heathen Philosophers with their own weapons, Therefore did he subtly contrive to deprive the Christians of the benefit of Schools,
What advantage the reformed Churches have had by their Princes and States erecting Schooles of Learning in their severall Dominions, is so well known that there needs no more to be said about this Argument.
What advantage the reformed Churches have had by their Princes and States erecting Schools of Learning in their several Dominions, is so well known that there needs no more to be said about this Argument.
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and still may be, the experience of all times can abundantly testifie, as the learned Crakenthorpe in his elaborate discourse about the first general Council hath fully evidenced;
and still may be, the experience of all times can abundantly testify, as the learned Crakenthorpe in his elaborate discourse about the First general Council hath Fully evidenced;
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nor can it ever be made out, that any general Council, where all the Requisites essential to such a Council were found, have erred in their decrees about any matter of Faith,
nor can it ever be made out, that any general Council, where all the Requisites essential to such a Council were found, have erred in their decrees about any matter of Faith,
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I confess it is not easie to hit the joynt in this controversie yet for the satisfaction of their minds, that may need or desire, I shall adventure to say something to this question,
I confess it is not easy to hit the joint in this controversy yet for the satisfaction of their minds, that may need or desire, I shall adventure to say something to this question,
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and that in this order, laying down some propositions that may by degrees lead unto a meet conclusion about Toleration or Suppression of differing Opinions:
and that in this order, laying down Some propositions that may by Degrees led unto a meet conclusion about Toleration or Suppression of differing Opinions:
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Therefore all that formerly hath, or at present doth pass up and down the World under the name of Heresie, Schisme or corrupt Doctrine, is not without due ground,
Therefore all that formerly hath, or At present does pass up and down the World under the name of Heresy, Schism or corrupt Doctrine, is not without due ground,
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1. In the first place therefore, I shall lay down this as an undoubted Position, that it is scarce possible to give any general rule about Toleration, that will suit with all times and places,
1. In the First place Therefore, I shall lay down this as an undoubted Position, that it is scarce possible to give any general Rule about Toleration, that will suit with all times and places,
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and it may as truely be said, that a stronger need not to suffer that which a weaker must, which some say, was the case of Holland, with the rest of the united Provinces, who have softened the sharpness of all differences about Religion found in other places so troublesome, by a more general freedome for the exercise of differing Religions,
and it may as truly be said, that a Stronger need not to suffer that which a Weaker must, which Some say, was the case of Holland, with the rest of the united Provinces, who have softened the sharpness of all differences about Religion found in other places so troublesome, by a more general freedom for the exercise of differing Religions,
or differing perswasions about Christian Religion, or connivance at them, then other States judged meet, that they might thereby gain the more hands to strengthen themselves against their common Enemies.
or differing persuasions about Christian Religion, or connivance At them, then other States judged meet, that they might thereby gain the more hands to strengthen themselves against their Common Enemies.
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For if the Civil Rulers will say that then it is not safe to allow any to dissent from the publick profession established by Law, what shall become of the weak and infirme, they must of necessity be driven to suffer ship-wrack of their Consciences,
For if the Civil Rulers will say that then it is not safe to allow any to dissent from the public profession established by Law, what shall become of the weak and infirm, they must of necessity be driven to suffer shipwreck of their Consciences,
That golden Rule laid down by our Saviour is of excellent use if it were attended, Alteri ne feceris, &c. to do no otherwise to others then we would they should do to us if we were in their condition.
That golden Rule laid down by our Saviour is of excellent use if it were attended, Alteri ne feceris, etc. to do no otherwise to Others then we would they should do to us if we were in their condition.
or may desire, or need from others, a special Law of Humanity toward strangers was given by God to the Children of Israel, from the consideration of what had been their own case in Egypt before.
or may desire, or need from Others, a special Law of Humanity towards Strangers was given by God to the Children of Israel, from the consideration of what had been their own case in Egypt before.
2. Such Opinions in Doctrine, or professions and practises in Religion, as are attended with any foul practical evils as most Heresies have been, ought to be prohibited by publick Authority,
2. Such Opinions in Doctrine, or professions and practises in Religion, as Are attended with any foul practical evils as most Heresies have been, ought to be prohibited by public authority,
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As Joab was taken from the Horns of the Altar, whether he was fled, so let all such heretical transgressors, that fly for refuge to the Altar of their Consciences;
As Joab was taken from the Horns of the Altar, whither he was fled, so let all such heretical transgressors, that fly for refuge to the Altar of their Consciences;
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seeing their practises and Opinions argue rather searedness, then tenderness of Conscience, and therefore such weeds justly deserve the exercise of his power to root them up that bears not the Sword in vain.
seeing their practises and Opinions argue rather searedness, then tenderness of Conscience, and Therefore such weeds justly deserve the exercise of his power to root them up that bears not the Sword in vain.
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such as are the Jesuites, Munsterian Anabaptists, Wolves in Sheeps-cloathing, Devils in humane shape, who ever pleaded for their exemption from penal Laws,
such as Are the Jesuits, Munsterian Anabaptists, Wolves in Sheep's clothing, Devils in humane shape, who ever pleaded for their exemption from penal Laws,
Likewise all such as expose the religion professed by the countenance of publick Authority to vulgar contempt may justly fall under the same condemnation:
Likewise all such as expose the Religion professed by the countenance of public authority to Vulgar contempt may justly fallen under the same condemnation:
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4. For simple Heresie, or misbelieving any truth in Religion, though fundamental, if not seditiously or Blasphemously held forth, there seems neither rule from the word of God,
4. For simple Heresy, or misbelieving any truth in Religion, though fundamental, if not seditiously or Blasphemously held forth, there seems neither Rule from the word of God,
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They that desire to understand more of this Subject may peruse the Writings of the most judicious Professors of Divinity in the famous Universityes of Protestant Nations, whither Lutheran or Calvinist,
They that desire to understand more of this Subject may peruse the Writings of the most judicious Professors of Divinity in the famous Universities of Protestant nations, whither Lutheran or Calvinist,
The Magdeburgenses and Osiander tell us in their centuryes, what was the success of capital punishment infl•cted upon the Priscillianites, hac ratione haerisis haec magis confirmata, quam extincta fuit.
The Magdeburgenses and Osiander tell us in their centuries, what was the success of capital punishment infl•cted upon the Priscillianites, hac ratione haerisis haec magis confirmata, quam Extincta fuit.
Luther wanted no fervour against false doctrine, yet was slow to consent to sanguinary punishment, left occasion be taken thereby in following times to slaughter the innocent sheep of Christ,
Luther wanted no fervour against false Doctrine, yet was slow to consent to sanguinary punishment, left occasion be taken thereby in following times to slaughter the innocent sheep of christ,
Yet notwithstanding there is no doubt but the civill power may and ought to non-licentiate him that shall take upon him as a Physitian to prescribe to the people poysonous Drugs instead of wholsome food or physick,
Yet notwithstanding there is no doubt but the civil power may and ought to non-licentiate him that shall take upon him as a physician to prescribe to the people poisonous Drugs instead of wholesome food or physic,
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or in them that attempted without leave violently to break in? Those hereticks, saith Voetius, that shall deny the fundamentals of the Christian Religion, Arrians and Socinians, Conventus corum nec publici, nec privato-publici sunt ferendi, if with publick safety they may be forbidden.
or in them that attempted without leave violently to break in? Those Heretics, Says Voetius, that shall deny the fundamentals of the Christian Religion, Arians and socinians, Conventus corum nec publici, nec privato-publici sunt ferendi, if with public safety they may be forbidden.
It was a notable Stratagem Amphilochius used to convince Theodosius th• Emperour, of his duty in suppressing the Conventieles or meetings of the Ar•ians.
It was a notable Stratagem Amphilochius used to convince Theodosius th• Emperor, of his duty in suppressing the Conventieles or meetings of the Ar•ians.
as if he had forgotten his duty, whereupon, the said Amphilochius returned upon him with these words, " vides, O Imperator quam aegrè ignominiam filii tui patiare, imo vero illis, qui in illum insultant, vehementer sucoenses:
as if he had forgotten his duty, whereupon, the said Amphilochius returned upon him with these words, " vides, O Imperator quam aegrè ignominiam Sons tui patiare, imo vero illis, qui in Ilum insultant, Forcefully sucoenses:
credere igitur mihi ve•im, hujus Ʋniversitatis Rectorem Deum, eos qui contra filium suum unigenitum loquuntur Blasphemias, itidem detestari et tanquam ingratos erga Servatorem et Patronem suum odio prosequi, i. e.
Believe igitur mihi ve•im, hujus Ʋniversitatis Rectorem God, eos qui contra Son suum Unigenitum loquuntur Blasphemias, itidem detestari et tanquam ingratos Erga Servatorem et Patronem suum odio prosequi, i. e.
yea thou art vehemently offended with them that insult over him, I would have you believe me, that God the Ruler of this Universe doth in like manner detest them that speak Blasphemies against his only begotten son,
yea thou art vehemently offended with them that insult over him, I would have you believe me, that God the Ruler of this Universe does in like manner detest them that speak Blasphemies against his only begotten son,
Yet why there may not be an indulgence, or connivance at them that in some things (not fundamental) may not be so far perswaded of the truth of every thing professed or practised in the Religion established,
Yet why there may not be an indulgence, or connivance At them that in Some things (not fundamental) may not be so Far persuaded of the truth of every thing professed or practised in the Religion established,
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Besides, they may be thought to dispute under too much disadvantage, when they know all the Arguments of their adversaries will conclude in Ferio whatsoever the medium may be.
Beside, they may be Thought to dispute under too much disadvantage, when they know all the Arguments of their Adversaries will conclude in Ferio whatsoever the medium may be.
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In clearing of which I need not stay long, this part of their power so undeniably following upon the other two ex natura rei. To whom doth it belong more properly to repair the house,
In clearing of which I need not stay long, this part of their power so undeniably following upon the other two ex Nature rei. To whom does it belong more properly to repair the house,
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Solomon put out Abatha• as an unmeet person from the office of the priesthood, no reason can be rendred why the Kings and Princes of our times may not do the like if the case be the same,
Solomon put out Abatha• as an unmeet person from the office of the priesthood, no reason can be rendered why the Kings and Princes of our times may not do the like if the case be the same,
What hath been done by Christian Emperours and Kings in all former ages to our present dayes, is well known by the History of those times, by the Laws, Edicts and Constitutions left upon Record, enacted by their power.
What hath been done by Christian emperors and Kings in all former ages to our present days, is well known by the History of those times, by the Laws, Edicts and Constitutions left upon Record, enacted by their power.
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But still we must keep in our minds, that the power so exerted by the civil Magistrate, supream o• subordinate, is to be understood, cumulativè not privativè, so they that take it to be their duty to abolish Catholicorum Hierarchiam, doe not in the stead thereof establish Poli icorum NONLATINALPHABET Uzz ah must not meddle with the exercise of the Priests office,
But still we must keep in our minds, that the power so exerted by the civil Magistrate, supreme o• subordinate, is to be understood, cumulativè not privativè, so they that take it to be their duty to Abolah Catholics Hierarchy, do not in the stead thereof establish Polis icorum Uzz ah must not meddle with the exercise of the Priests office,
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As Paul, or the Collossians may or should exhort Archippus to fullfill the ministry he hath received in the Lord to fullfill it The Magistrate may require,
As Paul, or the Colossians may or should exhort Archippus to fulfil the Ministry he hath received in the Lord to fulfil it The Magistrate may require,
2. We are in the next place to consider of the political concernments of those who are the Heads of Israel, the which are of two sorts, Civil or Military. i. e.
2. We Are in the next place to Consider of the political concernments of those who Are the Heads of Israel, the which Are of two sorts, Civil or Military. i. e.
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1. For the civill concernments of the Le•ders in Israel, there are exigen•s in reference to this as well as the former, that require much prudence and skill to know what Israel ought to doe in and about the same.
1. For the civil concernments of the Le•ders in Israel, there Are exigen•s in Referente to this as well as the former, that require much prudence and skill to know what Israel ought to doe in and about the same.
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There are two things principally to be attended here, 1. The moderation of the civill power to a due Temperament. 2. The faithfull improvement of it for the publick good.
There Are two things principally to be attended Here, 1. The moderation of the civil power to a due Temperament. 2. The faithful improvement of it for the public good.
unless it be temp•red with a due proportion of Wisdome and Goodness, and is apt though never so necessary in it self, to prove pernicious and destructive to them that are concerned in it.
unless it be temp•red with a due proportion of Wisdom and goodness, and is apt though never so necessary in it self, to prove pernicious and destructive to them that Are concerned in it.
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And that hath been the continual care of prudent Law givers, to abate the height of Soveraignty by a meet Temperament of some of the inferiour Sort. Such were the Ephori at Sparta of old, the Tribunes at Rome,
And that hath been the continual care of prudent Law givers, to abate the height of Sovereignty by a meet Temperament of Some of the inferior Sort. Such were the Ephori At Sparta of old, the Tribunes At Room,
And it is noted by a very judicious Interpreter, that when the people of Israel would not be satisfied without a king, God ordered Samuel to write the manner of the Kingdome in a Book. 1. Sam. 10.25.
And it is noted by a very judicious Interpreter, that when the people of Israel would not be satisfied without a King, God ordered Samuel to write the manner of the Kingdom in a Book. 1. Sam. 10.25.
and with a benignity of Goverment of Brethren of the same race, to withstand the abuse of an absolute power, which the peoples blind desire might have caused the new King to have run into,
and with a benignity of Government of Brothers of the same raze, to withstand the abuse of an absolute power, which the peoples blind desire might have caused the new King to have run into,
for tis true which one hath longum iter per praecepta, breve & efficax per exempla, examples of Rulers are always observed to take more place with their people then their precepts.
for this true which one hath Longum iter per praecepta, breve & Effective per exempla, Examples of Rulers Are always observed to take more place with their people then their Precepts.
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We know also how much benefit hath followed such Examples in Nehemiah and others, who have been a means to provoke others to the like acts of goodness and charity by their practices.
We know also how much benefit hath followed such Examples in Nehemiah and Others, who have been a means to provoke Others to the like acts of Goodness and charity by their practices.
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It was noted of Themistocles and Aristides, who alwayes had their private quarrels at home, that when they were sent abroad upon publick service, they never carried their particular co•tests b•yond the bounds of their own Country:
It was noted of Themistocles and Aristides, who always had their private quarrels At home, that when they were sent abroad upon public service, they never carried their particular co•tests b•yond the bounds of their own Country:
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A wise citizen of Genoa once told an Agent of the Duke of Millayn, to whom at that time they of Genoa were Subjects, that they should deal with their Tributaries, as men use to doe with the herb Bazil, which being gently stroked, yields a pleasant savour,
A wise citizen of Genoa once told an Agent of the Duke of Milan, to whom At that time they of Genoa were Subject's, that they should deal with their Tributaries, as men use to do with the herb Bazil, which being gently stroked, yields a pleasant savour,
There is a Town in Germany called Mindin, which the Hystory of that Country tells us, it received its name, from an agreement in that place betwixt the Emperour and some of the neighbour Princes;
There is a Town in Germany called Mindin, which the History of that Country tells us, it received its name, from an agreement in that place betwixt the Emperor and Some of the neighbour Princes;
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and liberty of their Subjects, that neither might encrease upon the others rites and liberties. Thus much of the civil affairs relating to the Heads of Israel.
and liberty of their Subject's, that neither might increase upon the Others Rites and Liberties. Thus much of the civil affairs relating to the Heads of Israel.
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2. In the second place, the Military concernments of Israel call for no little prudence and skill, sometimes as much stress and difficulty is found here as in the former.
2. In the second place, the Military concernments of Israel call for no little prudence and skill, sometime as much stress and difficulty is found Here as in the former.
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In former times, none were Kings but such as had been Captains, they being accounted the fittest to govern a People in time of peace, that had led them,
In former times, none were Kings but such as had been Captains, they being accounted the Fittest to govern a People in time of peace, that had led them,
or saved them in time of War. That valiant atchievement of Saul against the Amonites reconciled him to all his People with the highest degree of acceptance,
or saved them in time of War. That valiant Achievement of Saul against the Ammonites reconciled him to all his People with the highest degree of acceptance,
2. War ought not to be made without good advice, Prov. 20.18. & 24.6. which is to be understood as well of the managing, as of the first engaging in a War. Josiah by over hasty resolves engages himself and his people in a fatal War, which proved the ruine of both.
2. War ought not to be made without good Advice, Curae 20.18. & 24.6. which is to be understood as well of the managing, as of the First engaging in a War. Josiah by over hasty resolves engages himself and his people in a fatal War, which proved the ruin of both.
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yet according to the mediate causality, it may be the imprudencies, indiscretion, and want of Faith in Gods promises, not asking counsel at Gods Oracle, that may be the immediate cause.
yet according to the mediate causality, it may be the Imprudencies, indiscretion, and want of Faith in God's promises, not asking counsel At God's Oracle, that may be the immediate cause.
because his dependance was upon Gods word, more then his own valour. 3. Offer violence to no man, Luke. 3.14. a necessary rule for all men of warre to walk by;
Because his dependence was upon God's word, more then his own valour. 3. Offer violence to no man, Lycia. 3.14. a necessary Rule for all men of war to walk by;
4. Let not him that putteth on his harness boast himself as he that puts it off. 1. Kings. 20 10.11. It is not the wisest way to divide the Bears skin, before the bear be killed.
4. Let not him that putteth on his harness boast himself as he that puts it off. 1. Kings. 20 10.11. It is not the Wisest Way to divide the Bears skin, before the bear be killed.
Upon serious thoughts the sad losses and slaughter that have befaln this poor Countrey, in the present warre, can be imputed to nothing more then to the contempt of our enemies;
Upon serious thoughts the sad losses and slaughter that have befallen this poor Country, in the present war, can be imputed to nothing more then to the contempt of our enemies;
5 Let them that undertake a Warr first sit down and count whither they can with ten thousand, deal with them that come against them with twenty thousand. Luke. 14.31.
5 Let them that undertake a War First fit down and count whither they can with ten thousand, deal with them that come against them with twenty thousand. Lycia. 14.31.
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The advice which once Herennius in Italy gave to his Country-men is very considerable, the substance of which was that they should deal courteously with their enemies (some of whom they had at that time in their hands) if they feared •h•y might not safely destroy them,
The Advice which once Herennius in Italy gave to his Countrymen is very considerable, the substance of which was that they should deal courteously with their enemies (Some of whom they had At that time in their hands) if they feared •h•y might not safely destroy them,
Sometimes a victory will scarce countervail the charge or the hazzard and difficultyes it may be accompanied with, which made a Prince once return this sorrowfull reply to one that did congratulate his Victory, that such an other would have undone him.
Sometime a victory will scarce countervail the charge or the hazard and difficulties it may be accompanied with, which made a Prince once return this sorrowful reply to one that did congratulate his Victory, that such an other would have undone him.
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Such is the solemn Dispensation of God to our selves in the present warr with the Indians, that we must say, the God of our Salvation hath not answered us,
Such is the solemn Dispensation of God to our selves in the present war with the Indians, that we must say, the God of our Salvation hath not answered us,
And may it not be said of many of our young men, that have to sadly fallen by the edge of the Sword of late, that it was for want of something else, more then for lack of courage.
And may it not be said of many of our young men, that have to sadly fallen by the edge of the Sword of late, that it was for want of something Else, more then for lack of courage.
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It being observed eminently how the old inmate valour of the English nation still lives in their posterity of which Com•es once said, that there was no nation more greedy of Battel,
It being observed eminently how the old inmate valour of the English Nation still lives in their posterity of which Com•es once said, that there was no Nation more greedy of Battle,
He taught Davids hands to War, and his fingers to fight, he was a man of War from his Youth, experienced in all feats of Arms, difficulties of Wars, hazard of Battel,
He taught Davids hands to War, and his fingers to fight, he was a man of War from his Youth, experienced in all feats of Arms, difficulties of Wars, hazard of Battle,
and danger of secret Ambushments, yet was he alwayes fearful of encountring until he saw God marching before him in the head of his Army, 1 Chron. 14, 15. He was designed of God to cut down the Trees of the Wilderness that overshadowed the Vine brought out of Egypt, which never thrived nor became very fruitful till David had the pruning of it,
and danger of secret Ambushments, yet was he always fearful of encountering until he saw God marching before him in the head of his Army, 1 Chronicles 14, 15. He was designed of God to Cut down the Trees of the Wilderness that overshadowed the Vine brought out of Egypt, which never thrived nor became very fruitful till David had the pruning of it,
and if they, after all their labour, and difficulties, and hazards of all sorts, wherein they may have ventured their lives far for the good of others, they come to be crowned with Thorns instead of Laurel.
and if they, After all their labour, and difficulties, and hazards of all sorts, wherein they may have ventured their lives Far for the good of Others, they come to be crowned with Thorns instead of Laurel.
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3. The third and last respects the people in general, or who ever are as Subjects under the care and conduct of the heads in Israel, to all of whom I may say, in the words of our Sauiour, Luk. 10.37.
3. The third and last respects the people in general, or who ever Are as Subject's under the care and conduct of the Heads in Israel, to all of whom I may say, in the words of our Saviour, Luk. 10.37.
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go & do you likewise, Here is a compleat patern in the Text. Do you all say as Hush 〈 ◊ 〉 said, His and theirs will we be whom God and his people, by this dayes Election shall continue in,
go & do you likewise, Here is a complete pattern in the Text. Do you all say as Hush 〈 ◊ 〉 said, His and theirs will we be whom God and his people, by this days Election shall continue in,
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as the manner then was, before his departure out of the city, among other things told them, that if any of them thought themselves wise enough to manage the warre, they should goe along with him to assist him by their counsel,
as the manner then was, before his departure out of the City, among other things told them, that if any of them Thought themselves wise enough to manage the war, they should go along with him to assist him by their counsel,
It is observed in the history of the flourishing Commonwealth of the Romanes, that much of their success could be ascribed to nothing more, under the overruling hand of divine providence then the strict discipline and observation of order amongst them, both civill in the Common-wealth in time of peace,
It is observed in the history of the flourishing Commonwealth of the Romans, that much of their success could be ascribed to nothing more, under the overruling hand of divine providence then the strict discipline and observation of order among them, both civil in the Commonwealth in time of peace,
and military abroad in the time of warre. One reports of a Souldier under Augustus, that in the prosecution of a battle, being about to slay one of his enemies that then was in his power, hearing a retreat sounded, forbore, using these words, malem obedire Duci, quàm occidere Hostem, accounting the glory of obedience to his Commander greater then that of victory over his enemy.
and military abroad in the time of war. One reports of a Soldier under Augustus, that in the prosecution of a battle, being about to slay one of his enemies that then was in his power, hearing a retreat sounded, forbore, using these words, malem Obedire Duci, quàm occidere Hostem, accounting the glory of Obedience to his Commander greater then that of victory over his enemy.
but considering in regard of the present distress of the war that hath lyen so long upon us, that something may be expected from me on that account, either to search after the cause,
but considering in regard of the present distress of the war that hath lyen so long upon us, that something may be expected from me on that account, either to search After the cause,
why all this great evill is come upon us, or by propounding something by way of remedy, I shall in the next place apply my self to speak something as God shall assist, that way.
why all this great evil is come upon us, or by propounding something by Way of remedy, I shall in the next place apply my self to speak something as God shall assist, that Way.
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or envy our prosperity, and might be ready to say as Balam sometimes did, (when his eyes were opened) as the beholding of the tabernacle of God amongst us, in the midst of the Standards of our four united Colonyes, encamping round about, How goodly are thy tents O Jacob,
or envy our Prosperity, and might be ready to say as Balaam sometime did, (when his eyes were opened) as the beholding of the tabernacle of God among us, in the midst of the Standards of our four united Colonies, encamping round about, How goodly Are thy tents Oh Jacob,
May we not expostulate further with the Psalmist, The heathen are come into thine inheritance, O God, The dead bodyes of thy Servants, some of them have they given to be meat to the fowles of heaven, the flesh of thy servants to the beasts of the earth, Their bloud have they shed like water,
May we not expostulate further with the Psalmist, The heathen Are come into thine inheritance, Oh God, The dead bodies of thy Servants, Some of them have they given to be meat to the fowls of heaven, the Flesh of thy Servants to the beasts of the earth, Their blood have they shed like water,
and our stones with fair colours? Was not the patern in the mount, the rule that was attended in the laying of our platform of Order? Was there any Temptation upon the minds of them that were concerned in that work to swerve there from to the right hand or to the left.
and our stones with fair colours? Was not the pattern in the mount, the Rule that was attended in the laying of our platform of Order? Was there any Temptation upon the minds of them that were concerned in that work to swerve there from to the right hand or to the left.
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Or if any disposition, or the least inclination had been discerned that way, had you not power to have laid those aside & placed others in their room and stead? Much might be said here if there were need.
Or if any disposition, or the least inclination had been discerned that Way, had you not power to have laid those aside & placed Others in their room and stead? Much might be said Here if there were need.
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2. If you enquire into the succession of our Leaders, and succenturiation of the persons called to supply the room of them that having served their generation, are now fallen asleep in the Lord.
2. If you inquire into the succession of our Leaders, and succenturiation of the Persons called to supply the room of them that having served their generation, Are now fallen asleep in the Lord.
Have they not acted according to former principles, and shewed the same spirit of Faith and Holiness Zeal for Gods glory and purity of worship, the same love to God and his wayes? Have they built hay or stubble upon the Foundation formerly laid? It hath alwayes been the humour of those that follow to be ready to complain of the present age wherein they live, which Solomon checks as proceeding from want of judgment, Eccless. 7.10. Thou enquirest not wisely concerning this matter.
Have they not acted according to former principles, and showed the same Spirit of Faith and Holiness Zeal for God's glory and purity of worship, the same love to God and his ways? Have they built hay or stubble upon the Foundation formerly laid? It hath always been the humour of those that follow to be ready to complain of the present age wherein they live, which Solomon Checks as proceeding from want of judgement, Eccless. 7.10. Thou enquirest not wisely Concerning this matter.
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Much more was this to be acknowledged in the reign of Asa, and Jehosaphat, though of them it might be said, non nulla desiderantur. yet they aimed at the best patern in Sincerity.
Much more was this to be acknowledged in the Reign of Asa, and Jehoshaphat, though of them it might be said, non nulla desiderantur. yet they aimed At the best pattern in Sincerity.
Or else adde there is some Achan in the camp, and Jonas in the Ship, that must immediately be made a sacrifice to divine Justice, as they may misconceive.
Or Else add there is Some achan in the camp, and Jonah in the Ship, that must immediately be made a sacrifice to divine justice, as they may misconceive.
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For we know what animadversions have been made by men of other perswasions, none had need give any occasion to such misconstructions of Gods hand, by an ungrounded suiting of times with events.
For we know what animadversions have been made by men of other persuasions, none had need give any occasion to such misconstructions of God's hand, by an ungrounded suiting of times with events.
Were it not a more probable way for us to know our own duty, (that is the surest way to know the mind of God concerning our selves) and engage to doe it, letting alone those things wherein possibly we may not be all of one minde:
Were it not a more probable Way for us to know our own duty, (that is the Surest Way to know the mind of God Concerning our selves) and engage to do it, letting alone those things wherein possibly we may not be all of one mind:
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Forgetting therefore those things that are behind, as the Apostle speaks, let us set upon those things that are before us, wherein we are all agreed upon our duty, leaving the other to the decision of further light and after times.
Forgetting Therefore those things that Are behind, as the Apostle speaks, let us Set upon those things that Are before us, wherein we Are all agreed upon our duty, leaving the other to the decision of further Light and After times.
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No doubt but an unguided and indiscreet zeal in many to promote, or profess their opinions in the most publick manner, hath done much mi•chief in the world.
No doubt but an unguided and indiscreet zeal in many to promote, or profess their opinions in the most public manner, hath done much mi•chief in the world.
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If we find cor bonum & honestum, as one said of Swenkfeld, though there want caput regulatum Calvini; we should not cast away the gold because of the dross mingled with it.
If we find cor bonum & Honesty, as one said of Swenkfeld, though there want caput Regulatum Calvin; we should not cast away the gold Because of the dross mingled with it.
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So much modesty becomes every Christian, as not to condemn all he doth not understand, so neither to call for fire from heaven against any that may differ from him.
So much modesty becomes every Christian, as not to condemn all he does not understand, so neither to call for fire from heaven against any that may differ from him.
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Possibly some in the world have already experienced the verification of our Saviours words, in this sense, they that take up the sword shall perish with the sword. Paul tells us Rom. 14.5.6. he that keepeth or regardeth the day, regardeth it to the Lord:
Possibly Some in the world have already experienced the verification of our Saviors words, in this sense, they that take up the sword shall perish with the sword. Paul tells us Rom. 14.5.6. he that Keepeth or Regardeth the day, Regardeth it to the Lord:
and not so pe•emptorily to entitle Gods truth to the private apprehensions of our selves, or our owne party, in such cases where possibly the whole truth is not revealed;
and not so pe•emptorily to entitle God's truth to the private apprehensions of our selves, or our own party, in such cases where possibly the Whole truth is not revealed;
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4. It cannot be denied but that these corruptions have too too many abounded amongst us that usually are concomitant, with long peace and outward prosperity.
4. It cannot be denied but that these corruptions have too too many abounded among us that usually Are concomitant, with long peace and outward Prosperity.
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are not evil doers removed, that all Israel may hear, and fear, to run into presumptuous evils? and are there not many hopeful buds springing up amongst the rising Generation, on whom that blessed promise, Isai. 44.3. begins to take place, I will pour my Spirit upon thy Seed, and my Blessing upon thy off spring.
Are not evil doers removed, that all Israel may hear, and Fear, to run into presumptuous evils? and Are there not many hopeful buds springing up among the rising Generation, on whom that blessed promise, Isaiah 44.3. begins to take place, I will pour my Spirit upon thy Seed, and my Blessing upon thy off spring.
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And chosen of such to be Nazarites, is it not thus? If any think I am too long upon this Theam, they may consider the readiest way to obtain a return of the like favour,
And chosen of such to be nazarites, is it not thus? If any think I am too long upon this Theam, they may Consider the Readiest Way to obtain a return of the like favour,
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5. Gods providential dispensations toward his People ordinarily hold a proportion with his former promises: God is ordinarily wont to be with his People, while they are with him:
5. God's providential dispensations towards his People ordinarily hold a proportion with his former promises: God is ordinarily wont to be with his People, while they Are with him:
for although he may out of his absolute Soveraignty turn aside out of the ordinary road of his dealings without giving us an account, as he did with Job:
for although he may out of his absolute Sovereignty turn aside out of the ordinary road of his dealings without giving us an account, as he did with Job:
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yet as to Provinces and people that profess his Name God doth usually suit his dispensations with the wayes of his people, in all ages it hath been so, specially under the Law:
yet as to Provinces and people that profess his Name God does usually suit his dispensations with the ways of his people, in all ages it hath been so, specially under the Law:
yet may it be observed, that in the primitive times, when was evidenced the great pourings out of the Spirit, may be greater then ever shall be again till the general Resurrection;
yet may it be observed, that in the primitive times, when was evidenced the great pourings out of the Spirit, may be greater then ever shall be again till the general Resurrection;
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though the fire was increased seven fold, even by that admirable way of manifestation of the faith and patience of the Saints was the World convinced of the truth of the Gospel, that he who was in them that professed it, was greater then he that was in the World which opposed it, in that all the World could do, they could not put a stop to the progress of Christs Kingdome.
though the fire was increased seven fold, even by that admirable Way of manifestation of the faith and patience of the Saints was the World convinced of the truth of the Gospel, that he who was in them that professed it, was greater then he that was in the World which opposed it, in that all the World could do, they could not put a stop to the progress of Christ Kingdom.
Their hearts were then raised to so eminent a degree of holiness and piety, (being refined by that fire of persecution from their Dross) that they could discerne the least buddings of sin,
Their hearts were then raised to so eminent a degree of holiness and piety, (being refined by that fire of persecution from their Dross) that they could discern the least buddings of since,
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and the first rise of any worldly lusts, which made them ready to condemn themselves under those several fiery Tryals in the Furnace of affliction (wherein they were Gods chosen Jerusalem) as if those judgements of the Sword of persecution, were only occasioned by some defection in their sincerity,
and the First rise of any worldly Lustiest, which made them ready to condemn themselves under those several fiery Trials in the Furnace of affliction (wherein they were God's chosen Jerusalem) as if those Judgments of the Sword of persecution, were only occasioned by Some defection in their sincerity,
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And sure, there might be cause even for that virgin and pure Church to condemn themselves for some spots or wrincles in their garment which is abundantly evident in those expressions uttered in the Epistles to the seven Churches in Asia:
And sure, there might be cause even for that Virgae and pure Church to condemn themselves for Some spots or wrinkles in their garment which is abundantly evident in those expressions uttered in the Epistles to the seven Churches in Asia:
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If we of this Country, the many Churches here seated, should look our faces in the Glasse, may not we have cause to take up the like complaint concerning our selves, which they often did,
If we of this Country, the many Churches Here seated, should look our faces in the Glass, may not we have cause to take up the like complaint Concerning our selves, which they often did,
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They that shall wisely and seriously consider the several ingredients in this cup of trembling (we have been made all to drink of more or less) may give a near guess at the disease either we have laboured under, or are running into.
They that shall wisely and seriously Consider the several ingredients in this cup of trembling (we have been made all to drink of more or less) may give a near guess At the disease either we have laboured under, or Are running into.
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It uses to be a rule with the Divine Physitian as well as others obstare principiis, and venienti occurrere morbo. If any dare be confident to say, they are not far gone of some dangerous Spiritual malady it self, what if God will have his Servants in the first planting of the Gospel in the West, have some experience of the like changes with them in the East parts of the World? or cause it to befal us as it did Nehemiah in the building of the Temple after the return from Babylon, that they were forced to carry the Weapon of War in the one hand and the Trowel in the other.
It uses to be a Rule with the Divine physician as well as Others obstare principiis, and venienti occurrere morbo. If any Dare be confident to say, they Are not Far gone of Some dangerous Spiritual malady it self, what if God will have his Servants in the First planting of the Gospel in the West, have Some experience of the like changes with them in the East parts of the World? or cause it to befall us as it did Nehemiah in the building of the Temple After the return from Babylon, that they were forced to carry the Weapon of War in the one hand and the Trowel in the other.
both in times foregoing as well as later, relating both to the present war, and former peace, of which it were sad if there were cause to say, Haec dici potuisse, & non potuisse refelli.
both in times foregoing as well as later, relating both to the present war, and former peace, of which it were sad if there were cause to say, Haec dici potuisse, & non potuisse refelli.
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Therefore leaving those things that are yet latent or doubtful, and come to those things about which we may all agree, I fear, that as before it hath been said by some, God hath a controversie with New-England,
Therefore leaving those things that Are yet latent or doubtful, and come to those things about which we may all agree, I Fear, that as before it hath been said by Some, God hath a controversy with New england,
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so now that the rod of affliction, hath not only budded and blossomed, but brought forth its fruit, may we not all conclude, that there are some matters of offence, that God hath against us, that notwithstanding all threatnings,
so now that the rod of affliction, hath not only budded and blossomed, but brought forth its fruit, may we not all conclude, that there Are Some matters of offence, that God hath against us, that notwithstanding all threatenings,
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and solemn warnings both by the word as well as by the works of God, could not be reformed Therefore God was not willing to lay aside his quarrel against us.
and solemn Warnings both by the word as well as by the works of God, could not be reformed Therefore God was not willing to lay aside his quarrel against us.
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That which leads me to pitch upon the two forementioned evils, as the procuring cause of these sad corrective dispensations of God toward us, is because it is most probable, that it is something, that lies as a worm at the root and vitals of Religion, threatning and endangering a great decay,
That which leads me to pitch upon the two forementioned evils, as the procuring cause of these sad corrective dispensations of God towards us, is Because it is most probable, that it is something, that lies as a worm At the root and vitals of Religion, threatening and endangering a great decay,
and withering of the power of godliness, that neither civil not ecclesiastical censures can reach, which is the matter to be reformed, some secret heart evill, that is likely to bring a Consumption upon the very vitals, and power of Religion;
and withering of the power of godliness, that neither civil not ecclesiastical censures can reach, which is the matter to be reformed, Some secret heart evil, that is likely to bring a Consumption upon the very vitals, and power of Religion;
1. Spiritual Pride, it is ready to hide it self like Saul amongst the stuffe, being too often found mingled with good things and commendable vertues, vitia caetera in peccatis ipsis, superbia in ipsis recte factis timenda, pride is oft to be found in things well done.
1. Spiritual Pride, it is ready to hide it self like Saul among the stuff, being too often found mingled with good things and commendable Virtues, Vices caetera in peccatis Ipse, superbia in Ipse recte factis timenda, pride is oft to be found in things well done.
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What h•ve these poor sheep done, let thine hand be against me, and against my fathers house, 2 Sam. 24. Nor can Hezekiahs pride be passed by, till he humble himself greatly,
What h•ve these poor sheep done, let thine hand be against me, and against my Father's house, 2 Sam. 24. Nor can Hezekiah's pride be passed by, till he humble himself greatly,
and wiser persons, the restraint of the heads of Familyes cannot reform without the help of civill Lawes) and that in those of the meaner sort, where it most reigns and is most offensive.
and Wiser Persons, the restraint of the Heads of Families cannot reform without the help of civil Laws) and that in those of the meaner sort, where it most reigns and is most offensive.
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Will not this occasion the base to behave themselves proudly against the Honourable, a fore-runner of sad confusion breaking in upon a degenerating people.
Will not this occasion the base to behave themselves proudly against the Honourable, a forerunner of sad confusion breaking in upon a degenerating people.
then in the gaudy Butterfly, which it may be ranges all over the field to get only fine colours wherewith to paint her wings, from those flowers whence the other diligent creatures fetch both wax and honey, wherewith they both build their houses,
then in the gaudy Butterfly, which it may be ranges all over the field to get only fine colours wherewith to paint her wings, from those flowers whence the other diligent creatures fetch both wax and honey, wherewith they both built their houses,
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which is but too evident in the conceitedness of mens gifts of their priviledges, liberties and Estates, whence is apt to proceed elateness of minde, haughty looks, supercilious contempt of others, needless separation from, rigid censures of men equal to, if not better then themselves;
which is but too evident in the conceitedness of men's Gifts of their privileges, Liberties and Estates, whence is apt to proceed elateness of mind, haughty looks, supercilious contempt of Others, needless separation from, rigid censures of men equal to, if not better then themselves;
the Centurion in the Gospel found no such difficulty in his way, I say to one go and he goeth, of them that are under me, to another come and he cometh;
the Centurion in the Gospel found no such difficulty in his Way, I say to one go and he Goes, of them that Are under me, to Another come and he comes;
Were you not afraid to speak against my Servant Moses? God was never reconciled to that proud, stiff-necked unsubdued Generation that murmured and rebelled against Moses & Aaron,
Were you not afraid to speak against my Servant Moses? God was never reconciled to that proud, Stiffnecked unsubdued Generation that murmured and rebelled against Moses & Aaron,
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This pride also is the root of the evill affections of Envy, which is like salt water, which makes the streightest thing seem crooked that is put into it.
This pride also is the root of the evil affections of Envy, which is like salt water, which makes the straightest thing seem crooked that is put into it.
This is a great vanity, of which the wise man complained, that for every right work a man should be envyed of his neighbour, which yet springs from this root of pride.
This is a great vanity, of which the wise man complained, that for every right work a man should be envied of his neighbour, which yet springs from this root of pride.
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whereas Paul is content and rejoyceth that Christ is preached though himself be shut up in prison, that the truth is at liberty though himself be in bonds.
whereas Paul is content and Rejoiceth that christ is preached though himself be shut up in prison, that the truth is At liberty though himself be in bonds.
Tantaene animis coelestibus irae. But with too many as he said tis true, mors mihi pro regno. This spirit of willfull Revenge was it, that brought that sore scourge of God upon some parts of the Christian world,
Tantaene animis coelestibus irae. But with too many as he said this true, mors mihi Pro regno. This Spirit of wilful Revenge was it, that brought that soar scourge of God upon Some parts of the Christian world,
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for it made some that could not, as the Poet speaks, flectere Superos, Acharonta movere, that they might be revenged on those, from whom they might have received some lesser injury,
for it made Some that could not, as the Poet speaks, flectere Superos, Acharonta movere, that they might be revenged on those, from whom they might have received Some lesser injury,
This opened the Gates of Buda, that impregnable Bulwark of Hungary, to let in the Turks, that some might have their wills of their Christian neighbours and friends, to revenge a private injury with a publick and perpetual mischief.
This opened the Gates of Buda, that impregnable Bulwark of Hungary, to let in the Turks, that Some might have their wills of their Christian neighbours and Friends, to revenge a private injury with a public and perpetual mischief.
2. The second is like unto this as to its secret and prevailing nature, and alike odious in the sight of God, sc. That spirit of Covetousness and inordinate love of the world, that is so inconsistent with the love of the Father.
2. The second is like unto this as to its secret and prevailing nature, and alike odious in the sighed of God, sc. That Spirit of Covetousness and inordinate love of the world, that is so inconsistent with the love of the Father.
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It lyes secretly lurking in the hearts of Professors, and is brooded by pretence of one thing or other Necessity, Frugality, Sobriety &c. Saul can put a specious pretence not only of civill prudence,
It lies secretly lurking in the hearts of Professors, and is brooded by pretence of one thing or other Necessity, Frugality, Sobriety etc. Saul can put a specious pretence not only of civil prudence,
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How are mens desires apt to be enlarged after the world as hell & their hearts unsatisfied as the grave, that makes them able to devour widdows houses,
How Are men's Desires apt to be enlarged After the world as hell & their hearts unsatisfied as the grave, that makes them able to devour Widows houses,
They that first came over hither for the Gospel could not well tell what to doe with more Land then a smal number of acres yet now men more easily swallow down so many hundreds and are not satisfied.
They that First Come over hither for the Gospel could not well tell what to do with more Land then a small number of acres yet now men more Easily swallow down so many hundreds and Are not satisfied.
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that can part with a good neighbourhood, and the the beautifull heritage of Church communion, or Gospel Worship, to pitch with Lot in the Confines of Sodom.
that can part with a good neighbourhood, and the the beautiful heritage of Church communion, or Gospel Worship, to pitch with Lot in the Confines of Sodom.
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that whoever should build it again, should lay the foundation thereof in his first-born, and set up the gates thereof in his youngest son, which it is well if some mens hearts doe not misgive them,
that whoever should built it again, should lay the Foundation thereof in his firstborn, and Set up the gates thereof in his youngest son, which it is well if Some men's hearts do not misgive them,
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God is knocking the hands of New-England people off from the world, and from new Plantations, till they get them new hearts, resolved to reform this great evill.
God is knocking the hands of New england people off from the world, and from new Plantations, till they get them new hearts, resolved to reform this great evil.
The Lyon hath roared, who will not fear, the Lord hath spoken, who can but prophesie A• 3.8 Nivard in Burgundy once told his fellow brethren, Bernard & Guido, (who had newly renounced the world,
The lion hath roared, who will not Fear, the Lord hath spoken, who can but prophesy A• 3.8 Nivard in Burgundy once told his fellow brothers, Bernard & Guido, (who had newly renounced the world,
and entred into Monasteryes, telling their other brother, that they had left him all their earthly poss•ssions) that they had made no• equal division, taking heaven for themselves,
and entered into Monasteries, telling their other brother, that they had left him all their earthly poss•ssions) that they had made no• equal division, taking heaven for themselves,
and leaving him what was here below, It may be God hath observed some of his children here doing the contrary, too ready to exchange the Kingdome of heaven for earthly possessions and therefore sayes he will undoe that bargain,
and leaving him what was Here below, It may be God hath observed Some of his children Here doing the contrary, too ready to exchange the Kingdom of heaven for earthly possessions and Therefore Says he will undo that bargain,
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If this be the guize of New England, or that there appears any disposition that way, It is no wonder if God our great Land-lord, layes his arrest upon our tillage,
If this be the guise of New England, or that there appears any disposition that Way, It is no wonder if God our great Landlord, lays his arrest upon our tillage,
Thus honoured and respected in the Lord, you that are the Heads and Leaders of our Tribes, I have endeavoured to set before you the two great Evills that I humbly conceive may most probably be lookt upon, not as the least of the procuring causes of these chastisements;
Thus honoured and respected in the Lord, you that Are the Heads and Leaders of our Tribes, I have endeavoured to Set before you the two great Evils that I humbly conceive may most probably be looked upon, not as the least of thee procuring Causes of these chastisements;
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One other end that God may have, may be to teach us Warre, as was said Jud. 3.2. at least those that knew nothing of it before, which in a Sence is true of most of us.
One other end that God may have, may be to teach us War, as was said Jud. 3.2. At least those that knew nothing of it before, which in a Sense is true of most of us.
and that is Christian charity, there is a medicament which they call Ʋnguentum Apostolorum so named from the number of the ingredients, this I now mentioned may more properly be so called,
and that is Christian charity, there is a Medicament which they call Ʋnguentum Apostolorum so nam from the number of the ingredients, this I now mentioned may more properly be so called,
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but rather the example and authority then the number of the Apostles, who in their writings as well as their Lord and Master in his Doctrine did so much insist upon it, Above all these put on charity, Col. 3.14. Charity is the fulfilling of the Law;
but rather the Exampl and Authority then the number of the Apostles, who in their writings as well as their Lord and Master in his Doctrine did so much insist upon it, Above all these put on charity, Col. 3.14. Charity is the fulfilling of the Law;
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so as if that had been duely attended in our hearts and lives, as well as in our professions, it would have at first prevented the miscarriages of our Churches,
so as if that had been duly attended in our hearts and lives, as well as in our professions, it would have At First prevented the miscarriages of our Churches,
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then by pressing upon you a conscientious care and endeavour to exercise and practise this excellent grace, this most christian virtue, which might be thought a superfluous thing thus to press,
then by pressing upon you a conscientious care and endeavour to exercise and practise this excellent grace, this most christian virtue, which might be Thought a superfluous thing thus to press,
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It was the verdant lustre of this divine grace, that turned the rough and barren wilderness of the world into a fruitful Carmel, or fragrant Sharon.
It was the verdant lustre of this divine grace, that turned the rough and barren Wilderness of the world into a fruitful Mount carmel, or fragrant Sharon.
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This spirit turned Shevir and Hermon those Lions dens and mountains of Leopards, into the holy and peaceable mountain of the Lord, where was found nothing that should hurt or destroy.
This Spirit turned Shevir and Hermon those Lions dens and Mountains of Leopards, into the holy and peaceable mountain of the Lord, where was found nothing that should hurt or destroy.
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For ever since the fatal feuds and dissentions paganized and degenerated Christendome, as one not unaptly tells them, are become the scandal of the Mahometans in the East,
For ever since the fatal feuds and dissensions paganized and degenerated Christendom, as one not unaptly tells them, Are become the scandal of the Mahometans in the East,
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And we may have great cause to fear, that the decay of this Grace in New-England, hath in a great measure been the procuring cause that hath brought this black Cloud upon the beautiful face of our Sion in these ends of the Earth.
And we may have great cause to Fear, that the decay of this Grace in New england, hath in a great measure been the procuring cause that hath brought this black Cloud upon the beautiful face of our Sion in these ends of the Earth.
he tells the Corinthians they were carnal, and walked as men, not for want of other gifts of knowledge which puffed up but for want of charity, which only edifies:
he tells the Corinthians they were carnal, and walked as men, not for want of other Gifts of knowledge which puffed up but for want of charity, which only Edifies:
We have many complaints amongst us, could we but get our hearts stored with this Christian virtue, it would prove as a Balm out of Gilead, a sovereign remedy against all our troubles.
We have many complaints among us, could we but get our hearts stored with this Christian virtue, it would prove as a Balm out of Gilead, a sovereign remedy against all our Troubles.
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This Grace of charity in the compleat and perfect exercise thereof would heal all our divisions, reform all our vices, root out all our disorders, make up all our breaches.
This Grace of charity in the complete and perfect exercise thereof would heal all our divisions, reform all our vices, root out all our disorders, make up all our Breaches.
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So for other Maladies and Distempers in our minds, or distresses in our outward Estates, Charity would be like the Widows Oyle, that would never cease running till it had filled all the vessels.
So for other Maladies and Distempers in our minds, or Distresses in our outward Estates, Charity would be like the Widows Oil, that would never cease running till it had filled all the vessels.
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This would pay all our debts, and defray all our publick charges, This would relieve all our distressed friends, it would answer all the necessities of Church and State.
This would pay all our debts, and defray all our public charges, This would relieve all our distressed Friends, it would answer all the necessities of Church and State.
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Yea although the primitive christians were to encounter with all kinde of adversity, they conflicted with Famine and Nakedness, with all kind of wants,
Yea although the primitive Christians were to encounter with all kind of adversity, they conflicted with Famine and Nakedness, with all kind of Wants,
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I tell you if we could set up such a Bank of Christian Charity in New-England, it would prove a richer Store-house then all the Spanish Mines or Banks of Venice, or Amsterdam.
I tell you if we could Set up such a Bank of Christian Charity in New england, it would prove a Richer Storehouse then all the Spanish Mines or Banks of Venice, or Amsterdam.
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This would make such an equal distribution of the things of this life through the whole Camp of Israel, that he who gathered much should have nothing over,
This would make such an equal distribution of the things of this life through the Whole Camp of Israel, that he who gathered much should have nothing over,
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Then would one Christian Brother, Neighbour and Friend, assist and strengthen each other, and all endeavours would be firmly engaged to promote the common good.
Then would one Christian Brother, Neighbour and Friend, assist and strengthen each other, and all endeavours would be firmly engaged to promote the Common good.
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Thus Honoured, Reverend, much respected and beloved in the Lord I have endeavoured to commend something to your consideration from these words, speaking first unto you all in your several and distinct capacities,
Thus Honoured, Reverend, much respected and Beloved in the Lord I have endeavoured to commend something to your consideration from these words, speaking First unto you all in your several and distinct capacities,
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and at the last have attempted to bind you up all together in one bundle with the Bond of Charity, that bond of perfectness, could all the heads and Leaders of our Tribes be twisted together by the Spirit of love, it would make a threefold Cord that could not easily be broken:
and At the last have attempted to bind you up all together in one bundle with the Bound of Charity, that bound of perfectness, could all the Heads and Leaders of our Tribes be twisted together by the Spirit of love, it would make a threefold Cord that could not Easily be broken:
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The Common-wealth of Rome never flourisht so well, as when those in the highest place of Authority were wont to favour the interest of the Peoples Delegates,
The Commonwealth of Room never flourished so well, as when those in the highest place of authority were wont to favour the Interest of the Peoples Delegates,
By proportion I may add, it would tend not a little to the advancing a Christian state, where Elders of Churches are very tender of the liberty of the Brethren,
By proportion I may add, it would tend not a little to the advancing a Christian state, where Elders of Churches Are very tender of the liberty of the Brothers,
and the younger sort of people are ready to reverence the aged, not behaving themselves proudly against the ancient, where the rich are liberal bountiful and compassionate to the poor,
and the younger sort of people Are ready to Reverence the aged, not behaving themselves proudly against the ancient, where the rich Are liberal bountiful and compassionate to the poor,
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When those of Zebulun have cause to rejoyce in their going out, and the Children of Issachar dwell quietly and live comfortably together in their Tents at home, calling the people to the mountains to offer the Sacrifice of Righteousness.
When those of Zebulun have cause to rejoice in their going out, and the Children of Issachar dwell quietly and live comfortably together in their Tents At home, calling the people to the Mountains to offer the Sacrifice of Righteousness.
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