Elias redivivus: a sermon preached before the honorable House of Commons, in the parish of Saint Margarets West minster, at the publike fast, March 29, 1643. By John Lightfoote, preacher of the Gospel at Bartholomew Exchange, London.

Lightfoot, John, 1602-1675
Publisher: Printed by R Cotes for Andrew Crooke and are to be sold at his shop at the signe of the Greene Dragon in Pauls Church yard
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1643
Approximate Era: CivilWar
TCP ID: A88141 ESTC ID: R20324 STC ID: L2053
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Luke I, 17; Fast-day sermons -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON Preached before the Honorable House of Commons, at the Publike Fast holden, March 29. 1643. In the Parish Church of S. Margarets Westminster. A SERMON Preached before the Honourable House of Commons, At the Public Fast held, March 29. 1643. In the Parish Church of S. Margarets Westminster. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt j av-j vvn, vvb crd crd p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f np1 npg1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 LUKE, 1. 17. And he shall goe before him in the Spirit and power of Elias to turne the hearts of the fathers to the children, LUKE, 1. 17. And he shall go before him in the Spirit and power of Elias to turn the hearts of the Father's to the children, np1, crd crd cc pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
2 and the disobedient to the wisedome of the just. and the disobedient to the Wisdom of the just. cc dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
3 IF ever the Hearts of the Fathers had need to be turned to the children, that need is now, IF ever the Hearts of the Father's had need to be turned to the children, that need is now, cs av dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 vhd n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, cst vvb vbz av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 and if ever the Disobedient had need to be reduced to the wisedome of the just, that need is now also: and if ever the Disobedient had need to be reduced to the Wisdom of the just, that need is now also: cc cs av dt j vhd n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cst vvb vbz av av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 1
5 but where is the Spirit, and where the power? where an Elias, or where a Baptist to do the worke? For if ever those searching and trying times, which were spoken of so long agoe by our Saviour in the twelfth of Luk. and the three and fiftieth have overtaken any Nation, they have overtaken this of ours: but where is the Spirit, and where the power? where an Elias, or where a Baptist to do the work? For if ever those searching and trying times, which were spoken of so long ago by our Saviour in the twelfth of Luk. and the three and fiftieth have overtaken any nation, they have overtaken this of ours: cc-acp q-crq vbz dt n1, cc q-crq dt n1? c-crq dt np1, cc c-crq dt np1 pc-acp vdi dt n1? p-acp cs av d vvg cc vvg n2, r-crq vbdr vvn pp-f av av-j av p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt ord pp-f np1 cc dt crd cc ord vhb vvn d n1, pns32 vhb vvn d pp-f png12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
6 Five in one house, and they divided, three against two, and two against three. The Father divided against the Sonne, and the Sonne against the Father; Five in one house, and they divided, three against two, and two against three. The Father divided against the Son, and the Son against the Father; crd p-acp crd n1, cc pns32 vvd, crd p-acp crd, cc crd p-acp crd. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
7 the Mother against the Daughter, and the Daughter against the Mother; the Mother against the Daughter, and the Daughter against the Mother; dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
8 the Mother in law against her Daughter in law, and the Daughter in law against her Mother in law. the Mother in law against her Daughter in law, and the Daughter in law against her Mother in law. dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
9 And a mans enemies are they of his owne houshold. And a men enemies Are they of his own household. cc dt ng1 n2 vbr pns32 pp-f po31 d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
10 And if ever those irregular and exorbitant behaviours, which were spoken of so long agoe, by the Prophet Esay, in the third of Esay and the fifth, have over-runne and forraged any people, they have done so by this of ours. And if ever those irregular and exorbitant behaviours, which were spoken of so long ago, by the Prophet Isaiah, in the third of Isaiah and the fifth, have overrun and foraged any people, they have done so by this of ours. cc cs av d j cc j n2, r-crq vbdr vvn pp-f av av-j av, p-acp dt n1 np1, p-acp dt ord pp-f np1 cc dt ord, vhb j cc vvd d n1, pns32 vhb vdn av p-acp d pp-f png12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
11 The people oppressed every one by another, and every one by his neighbour: the child behaving himselfe proudly against the ancient, and the base against the honourable. The people oppressed every one by Another, and every one by his neighbour: the child behaving himself proudly against the ancient, and the base against the honourable. dt n1 vvn d pi p-acp n-jn, cc d pi p-acp po31 n1: dt n1 vvg px31 av-j p-acp dt j, cc dt j p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
12 These are our sorrows, but where our remedy? this our misery, but where our redresse? For the divisions of Reuben, there are great thoughts of heart, These Are our sorrows, but where our remedy? this our misery, but where our redress? For the divisions of Reuben, there Are great thoughts of heart, d vbr po12 n2, cc-acp c-crq po12 n1? d po12 n1, cc-acp c-crq po12 n1? p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, a-acp vbr j n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 2
13 but who can helpe them? for the divisions in the Church, for divisions in the State, divisions in families, divisions in opinions, divisions in affections, (the Lord keepe them out of your two Houses) divisions in every division, but who can heale them? As the Hoste at Nola in the story, who when hee was commanded by the Romane Censor to go & call the good men of the City to appeare before him, went to the Church-yard, but who can help them? for the divisions in the Church, for divisions in the State, divisions in families, divisions in opinions, divisions in affections, (the Lord keep them out of your two Houses) divisions in every division, but who can heal them? As the Host At Nola in the story, who when he was commanded by the Roman Censor to go & call the good men of the city to appear before him, went to the Churchyard, cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi pno32? p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, n2 p-acp n2, n2 p-acp n2, n2 p-acp n2, (dt n1 vvb pno32 av pp-f po22 crd n2) n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq vmb vvi pno32? p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt jp n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, vvd p-acp dt np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
14 and there called at the graves of the dead, Oh yee good men of Nola come away, and there called At the graves of the dead, O ye good men of Nola come away, cc a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, uh pn22 j n2 pp-f np1 vvb av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
15 for the Romane Censor cals for your appearance: for hee knew not where to finde a good man alive. for the Roman Censor calls for your appearance: for he knew not where to find a good man alive. p-acp dt jp n1 vvz p-acp po22 n1: c-acp pns31 vvd xx c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
16 So in these distractions and distempers of this our Land, if we would finde out a joyner of hearts and a moulder of humours, that could peece againe the disunited affections, So in these distractions and distempers of this our Land, if we would find out a joiner of hearts and a moulder of humours, that could piece again the disunited affections, av p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f d po12 n1, cs pns12 vmd vvi av dt n1 pp-f n2 cc dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vmd n1 av dt j-vvn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
17 and forme againe the unfashioned demeanours of men towards men, we might goe and looke for the mansion of Elias, or go and knocke at the grave of John the Baptist, and call them to come to such a cure as this, and Form again the unfashioned demeanours of men towards men, we might go and look for the mansion of Elias, or go and knock At the grave of John the Baptist, and call them to come to such a cure as this, cc n1 av dt j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n2, pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, cc vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
18 for they once have wrought so great a cure; for they once have wrought so great a cure; c-acp pns32 a-acp vhb vvn av j dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
19 but who can doe it that is now alive? Oh how happy were the case with us, but who can do it that is now alive? O how happy were the case with us, cc-acp q-crq vmb vdi pn31 cst vbz av j? uh q-crq j vbdr dt n1 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
20 if the Spirit and power of Elias were as ready to be found in your two Houses as they were once to be found in John the Baptist, and as they are to be seene in the words of the text. if the Spirit and power of Elias were as ready to be found in your two Houses as they were once to be found in John the Baptist, and as they Are to be seen in the words of the text. cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbdr a-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po22 crd n2 c-acp pns32 vbdr a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 dt np1, cc c-acp pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 1 Page 3
21 But as the Arke and the Ephod at the sacking of Nob, they which should alwayes have remained together, were by that dolefull accident parted asunder, and kept at distance: But as the Ark and the Ephod At the sacking of Nob, they which should always have remained together, were by that doleful accident parted asunder, and kept At distance: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1, pns32 r-crq vmd av vhi vvn av, vbdr p-acp d j n1 vvd av, cc vvd p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
22 even so these two which God once joyned together in Elias and in the Baptist, and which the holy Ghost hath joyned together in the words of the text, some evill Counsell hath put asunder, even so these two which God once joined together in Elias and in the Baptist, and which the holy Ghost hath joined together in the words of the text, Some evil Counsel hath put asunder, av av d crd r-crq np1 a-acp vvn av p-acp np1 cc p-acp dt np1, cc r-crq dt j n1 vhz vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d j-jn n1 vhz vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
23 so that the Spirit is with you, but the Power removed a great way off. so that the Spirit is with you, but the Power removed a great Way off. av d dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22, cc-acp dt n1 vvn dt j n1 a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
24 What our Saviour saith concerning offences, It cannot be but offences will come, but woe to him by whom the offence commeth: What our Saviour Says Concerning offences, It cannot be but offences will come, but woe to him by whom the offence comes: q-crq po12 n1 vvz vvg n2, pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp n2 vmb vvi, cc-acp n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvz: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
25 so may wee dolefully concerning this, It is our misery that this divorce is come among us, so may we dolefully Concerning this, It is our misery that this divorce is come among us, av vmb pns12 av-j vvg d, pn31 vbz po12 n1 d d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
26 but woe to that Counsell by whom the divorce first came, it had beene good for that Counsellour had he never beene borne. but woe to that Counsel by whom the divorce First Come, it had been good for that Counselor had he never been born. cc-acp n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 ord vvd, pn31 vhd vbn j p-acp d n1 vhd pns31 av-x vbn vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 4
27 How happy are those dayes which are spoken of by the Psalmist, when mercy and truth are met together, How happy Are those days which Are spoken of by the Psalmist, when mercy and truth Are met together, c-crq j vbr d n2 r-crq vbr vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1, c-crq n1 cc n1 vbr vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
28 and Righteousnesse and Peace doe kisse each other? And how happily should we hope to see those dayes, and Righteousness and Peace do kiss each other? And how happily should we hope to see those days, cc n1 cc n1 vdb vvi d n-jn? cc c-crq av-j vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
29 and those things in this Land to meet, if we could but see these two to meete againe that are now so unhappily removed to distance? Well, all that we can doe is to seeke to drive them together with our prayers, and those things in this Land to meet, if we could but see these two to meet again that Are now so unhappily removed to distance? Well, all that we can do is to seek to drive them together with our Prayers, cc d n2 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, cs pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi d crd pc-acp vvi av d vbr av av av-j vvn p-acp n1? uh-av, d cst pns12 vmb vdi vbz pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
30 and as Moses for the Vrim and Thummim upon Levi, so we for these united upon you to pray in publike, and as Moses for the Urim and Thummim upon Levi, so we for these united upon you to pray in public, cc p-acp np1 p-acp dt j cc j p-acp np1, av pns12 p-acp d j-vvn p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
31 and to pray in private, to pray on the Lords day, and to pray on other dayes; and to pray in private, to pray on the lords day, and to pray on other days; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
32 and it is to be a maine petition on this solemne day of humiliation, that as the Lord hath put the Spirit of Elias into your hearts, and it is to be a main petition on this solemn day of humiliation, that as the Lord hath put the Spirit of Elias into your hearts, cc pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, cst p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
33 so that he would put the Power of Elias into your hands, that as he hath made you willing, so that he would put the Power of Elias into your hands, that as he hath made you willing, av cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 n2, cst c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn22 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
34 so would he also make you able, to turne the hearts of the Fathers to the children, so would he also make you able, to turn the hearts of the Father's to the children, av vmd pns31 av vvi pn22 j, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
35 and the disobedient to the wisedome of the Righteous. and the disobedient to the Wisdom of the Righteous. cc dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 4
36 The words of the text are the last words of the old Testament, there uttered by a Prophet, here expounded by an Angell: The words of the text Are the last words of the old Testament, there uttered by a Prophet, Here expounded by an Angel: dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr dt ord n2 pp-f dt j n1, a-acp vvd p-acp dt n1, av vvn p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
37 there concluding the Law, and here beginning the Gospell: Behold, saith Malachi, Mal. 4. 5. I will send you Eliah the Prophet: there concluding the Law, and Here beginning the Gospel: Behold, Says Malachi, Malachi 4. 5. I will send you Elijah the Prophet: a-acp vvg dt n1, cc av vvg dt n1: vvb, vvz np1, np1 crd crd pns11 vmb vvi pn22 np1 dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
38 And hee saith, the Angell, shall goe before him in the Spirit and power of Elias. And he Says, the Angel, shall go before him in the Spirit and power of Elias. cc pns31 vvz, dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 4
39 And hee shall turne the hearts of the Fathers to the children, saith the one; And to turne the hearts of the fathers to the children, saith the other. And he shall turn the hearts of the Father's to the children, Says the one; And to turn the hearts of the Father's to the children, Says the other. cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, vvz dt crd; cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, vvz dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
40 Thus sweetly and neerely should the two Testaments joyne together, and thus divinely would they kisse each other, Thus sweetly and nearly should the two Testaments join together, and thus divinely would they kiss each other, av av-j cc av-j vmd dt crd n2 vvb av, cc av av-jn vmd pns32 vvi d n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
41 but that the wretched Apocrypha doth thrust in betweene: but that the wretched Apocrypha does thrust in between: cc-acp cst dt j fw-la vdz vvi p-acp p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
42 Like the two Cherubims in the Temple Oracle, as with their outer-wings, they touch the two sides of the house, from In the beginning, to Come Lord Jesus, so with their inner, they would touch each other, the end of the law with the beginning of the Gospell, did not this patchery of humane invention divorce them a funder. Like the two Cherubims in the Temple Oracle, as with their outer-wings, they touch the two sides of the house, from In the beginning, to Come Lord jesus, so with their inner, they would touch each other, the end of the law with the beginning of the Gospel, did not this patchery of humane invention divorce them a funder. av-j dt crd vvz p-acp dt n1 n1, c-acp p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vvb dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvb n1 np1, av p-acp po32 j, pns32 vmd vvi d n-jn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vdd xx d n1 pp-f j n1 vvi pno32 dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 5
43 It is a thing not a little to be admired, how this Apocrypha could ever get such place in the hearts, It is a thing not a little to be admired, how this Apocrypha could ever get such place in the hearts, pn31 vbz dt n1 xx dt j pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq d fw-la vmd av vvi d n1 p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
44 and in the Bibles of the Primitive times, as to come to sit in the very Center of them both: and in the Bibles of the Primitive times, as to come to fit in the very Centre of them both: cc p-acp dt np1 pp-f dt j n2, c-acp pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
45 But to this wonderment there may be some satisfaction given, namely because that these bookes came to them from among the Jewes, But to this wonderment there may be Some satisfaction given, namely Because that these books Come to them from among the Jews, cc-acp p-acp d n1 a-acp vmb vbi d n1 vvn, av c-acp cst d n2 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp p-acp dt np2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
46 as well as the old Testament and the new. as well as the old Testament and the new. c-acp av c-acp dt j n1 cc dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
47 And because that the Jewes alone, and alone so long, had had the knowledge of Divinity and Religion among them, the converted Gentiles could not but give their writings extraordinary esteeme. And Because that the Jews alone, and alone so long, had had the knowledge of Divinity and Religion among them, the converted Gentiles could not but give their writings extraordinary esteem. cc c-acp cst dt np2 av-j, cc av-j av av-j, vhd vhn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, dt vvn np1 vmd xx cc-acp vvi po32 n2 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
48 And because the Talmud not being yet written, the world was not acquainted with the vanity and straine of Jewish learning, those insuspecting times did swallow these bookes, And Because the Talmud not being yet written, the world was not acquainted with the vanity and strain of Jewish learning, those insuspecting times did swallow these books, cc c-acp dt np1 xx vbg av vvn, dt n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f jp n1, d vvg n2 vdd vvi d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
49 as not tasting as yet how unsavoury that was, nor distinguishing these to be of the same tast. as not tasting as yet how unsavoury that was, nor distinguishing these to be of the same taste. c-acp xx vvg a-acp av c-crq j d vbds, ccx vvg d pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
50 It is therefore more to be admired, that when the Talmud was written, and the impious and ridiculous doctrines and fables of the Jewish schooles laid open to the world, that then these bookes which shew themselves to be of the very same stampe in many things, should not onely not be refused out the Bibles and out mens good conceit, It is Therefore more to be admired, that when the Talmud was written, and the impious and ridiculous doctrines and fables of the Jewish Schools laid open to the world, that then these books which show themselves to be of the very same stamp in many things, should not only not be refused out the Bibles and out men's good conceit, pn31 vbz av av-dc pc-acp vbi vvn, cst c-crq dt np1 vbds vvn, cc dt j cc j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt jp n2 vvd j p-acp dt n1, cst av d n2 r-crq vvb px32 pc-acp vbi pp-f dt j d n1 p-acp d n2, vmd xx j xx vbi vvn av dt np1 cc av ng2 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
51 but also get better and further footing in the same: but to this wonderment some satisfaction also may be given: but also get better and further footing in the same: but to this wonderment Some satisfaction also may be given: cc-acp av vvi av-jc cc jc n-vvg p-acp dt d: cc-acp p-acp d n1 d n1 av vmb vbi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
52 namely that superstition begun then to grow in the Church every day more and more, namely that Superstition begun then to grow in the Church every day more and more, av cst n1 vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 d n1 av-dc cc av-dc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
53 and it became a Religion to doe as their forefathers had done before, and to retaine what they had retained, be it whatsoever it would, and of what ungroundlesnesse soever. and it became a Religion to do as their Forefathers had done before, and to retain what they had retained, be it whatsoever it would, and of what ungroundlesnesse soever. cc pn31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp po32 n2 vhd vdn a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vhd vvn, vbb pn31 q-crq pn31 vmd, cc pp-f r-crq n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 6
54 But it is a wonder to which I could never yet receive satisfaction, that in Churches that are reformed, that have shaken off the yoke of superstition, But it is a wonder to which I could never yet receive satisfaction, that in Churches that Are reformed, that have shaken off the yoke of Superstition, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vmd av-x av vvi n1, cst p-acp n2 cst vbr vvn, cst vhb vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
55 and unpinned themselves from off the sleeve of former customes or doing as their ancestors have done: and unpinned themselves from off the sleeve of former customs or doing as their Ancestors have done: cc j-vvn px32 p-acp a-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc vdg p-acp po32 n2 vhb vdn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
56 yet in such a thing as this, and of so great import, should doe as first ignorance, yet in such a thing as this, and of so great import, should do as First ignorance, av p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, cc pp-f av j n1, vmd vdi c-acp ord n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
57 and then superstition hath done before them: and then Superstition hath done before them: cc av n1 vhz vdn p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
58 It is true indeed that they have refused these bookes out of the Canon, but they have reserved them still in the Bible: as if God should have cast Adam out of the state of happinesse, It is true indeed that they have refused these books out of the Canon, but they have reserved them still in the bible: as if God should have cast Adam out of the state of happiness, pn31 vbz j av cst pns32 vhb vvn d n2 av pp-f dt n1, p-acp pns32 vhb vvn pno32 av p-acp dt n1: c-acp cs np1 vmd vhi vvn np1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
59 and yet have continued him in the place of happinesse. and yet have continued him in the place of happiness. cc av vhb vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
60 Not to insist upon this, which is some digression, you know the Counsell of Sarah concerning Ismael, and in that she outstripped Abraham in the Spirit of Prophecy, Cast out the bond-woman and her sonne, Not to insist upon this, which is Some digression, you know the Counsel of Sarah Concerning Ishmael, and in that she outstripped Abraham in the Spirit of Prophecy, Cast out the bondwoman and her son, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d, r-crq vbz d n1, pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg np1, cc p-acp cst pns31 vvn np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb av dt n1 cc po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
61 for the sonne of the bond-woman may not be heire with the sonne of the free. for the son of the bondwoman may not be heir with the son of the free. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vbi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
62 In the words of the text you may see your owne worke and taske: In the words of the text you may see your own work and task: p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pn22 vmb vvi po22 d n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
63 and those two things that you have so long laboured under, and that we have so long longed after, Reconciliation and Reformation. You may behold in a part of the text, Reconciliation in these words, To turne the hearts of the fathers to the Children: and those two things that you have so long laboured under, and that we have so long longed After, Reconciliation and Reformation. You may behold in a part of the text, Reconciliation in these words, To turn the hearts of the Father's to the Children: cc d crd n2 cst pn22 vhb av av-j vvn p-acp, cc cst pns12 vhb av av-j vvn a-acp, n1 cc n1. pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
64 and Reformation in the other, and the disobedient to the wisedome of the just. and Reformation in the other, and the disobedient to the Wisdom of the just. cc n1 p-acp dt n-jn, cc dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
65 These are the two hands of our master which is in heaven, or rather the two good things in his hands, These Are the two hands of our master which is in heaven, or rather the two good things in his hands, d vbr dt crd n2 pp-f po12 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1, cc av-c dt crd j n2 p-acp po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
66 after which we his servants have looked so long, and doe looke this day, and cannot be taken off till he give them to us. After which we his Servants have looked so long, and do look this day, and cannot be taken off till he give them to us. p-acp r-crq pns12 po31 n2 vhb vvn av av-j, cc vdb vvi d n1, cc vmbx vbi vvn a-acp c-acp pns31 vvb pno32 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
67 These are the hands of your two Houses, or rather the two great gifts which we wait till God put into your hands to conveigh them towards us. These Are the hands of your two Houses, or rather the two great Gifts which we wait till God put into your hands to convey them towards us. d vbr dt n2 pp-f po22 crd n2, cc av-c dt crd j n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1 vvd p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
68 These are the two pillars, Jachin & Boaz, Firmenesse and Strength, that we long to see set up at the doore of that Temple that you are in building: These Are the two pillars, Jachin & Boaz, Firmness and Strength, that we long to see Set up At the door of that Temple that you Are in building: d vbr dt crd n2, np1 cc np1, n1 cc n1, cst pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst pn22 vbr p-acp n-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
69 And these are the two twins for which the Tamar of our England is in travaile and is pained to be delivered, And these Are the two twins for which the Tamar of our England is in travail and is pained to be Delivered, cc d vbr dt crd n2 p-acp r-crq dt np1 pp-f po12 np1 vbz p-acp n1 cc vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
70 if there be but strength to bring them forth. if there be but strength to bring them forth. cs pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 7
71 These two things contained in the latter part of the text, are set forth and illustrated by two circumstances in the former: These two things contained in the latter part of the text, Are Set forth and illustrated by two Circumstances in the former: d crd n2 vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr vvn av cc vvn p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
72 First, by the party and the function of that party that must performe so great a worke, those included in these words, He shall goe before him: First, by the party and the function of that party that must perform so great a work, those included in these words, He shall go before him: ord, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vmb vvi av j dt n1, d vvd p-acp d n2, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 7
73 Secondly, the qualifications and indowments of that party for the function, and for the worke, that expressed in these; Secondly, the qualifications and endowments of that party for the function, and for the work, that expressed in these; ord, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cst vvd p-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
74 In the Spirit and power of Elias. In the Spirit and power of Elias. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
75 The party rare, the function honourable, his indowments singular, his worke divine, He shall goe before him, &c. We will take up the words according to this Division, but not according to this order: The party rare, the function honourable, his endowments singular, his work divine, He shall go before him, etc. We will take up the words according to this Division, but not according to this order: dt n1 j, dt n1 j, po31 n2 j, po31 n1 j-jn, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, av pns12 vmb vvi a-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp d n1, cc-acp xx vvg p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 8
76 for as in nature the agent is before the action, and as in the text, the workeman is named before the worke, for as in nature the agent is before the actium, and as in the text, the workman is nam before the work, c-acp c-acp p-acp n1 dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc c-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 8
77 so are they fit to be considered, and so will we take them into our handling, so Are they fit to be considered, and so will we take them into our handling, av vbr pns32 j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc av vmb pns12 vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 8
78 and so shall we take them as they lie in the text, and first of the first, He shall goe before him. and so shall we take them as they lie in the text, and First of the First, He shall go before him. cc av vmb pns12 vvi pno32 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc ord pp-f dt ord, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 8
79 Who are meant by the He and the him in this part of the text the dimmest eye that is, will easily judge and discerne, upon its owne reading, Who Are meant by the He and the him in this part of the text the dimmest eye that is, will Easily judge and discern, upon its own reading, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt pns31 cc dt pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 dt js n1 cst vbz, vmb av-j vvi cc vvi, p-acp po31 d n-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
80 namely John the Baptist, and our Saviour Christ. Two that were in a very neere relation one to another by nature, namely John the Baptist, and our Saviour christ. Two that were in a very near Relation one to Another by nature, av np1 dt n1, cc po12 n1 np1. crd cst vbdr p-acp dt j j n1 crd p-acp j-jn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
81 for they were kinsmen according to the flesh, but of a neerer and of a higher relation in regard of their function, for they were kinsmen according to the Flesh, but of a nearer and of a higher Relation in regard of their function, c-acp pns32 vbdr n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pp-f dt jc cc pp-f dt jc n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
82 for they were they that began the Gospell, or the one begun & the other perfected; for they were they that began the Gospel, or the one begun & the other perfected; c-acp pns32 vbdr pns32 cst vvd dt n1, cc dt crd vvn cc dt n-jn vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
83 & they were they that were the two great Prophets of the new Testament, or the one greater then a Prophet, & they were they that were the two great prophets of the new Testament, or the one greater then a Prophet, cc pns32 vbdr pns32 cst vbdr dt crd j n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc dt crd jc cs dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
84 and the other greater then a man. and the other greater then a man. cc dt n-jn jc cs dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
85 I cannot omit that which is not, nor cannot be omitted by any expositor it is so plaine upon the him in this part: I cannot omit that which is not, nor cannot be omitted by any expositor it is so plain upon the him in this part: pns11 vmbx vvi d r-crq vbz xx, ccx vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz av j p-acp dt pno31 p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 8
86 namely, that in the verse next before, he is called the God of Israel, He shall turne many of the Children to the Lord their God, and in this verse and in this whole passage hee is shewed to be Christ, of whom is spoken which giveth a pregnant and undeniable proofe that Christ is God, against the wicked Arius that held him for a Creature. namely, that in the verse next before, he is called the God of Israel, He shall turn many of the Children to the Lord their God, and in this verse and in this Whole passage he is showed to be christ, of whom is spoken which gives a pregnant and undeniable proof that christ is God, against the wicked Arius that held him for a Creature. av, cst p-acp dt n1 ord p-acp, pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi d pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 po32 n1, cc p-acp d n1 cc p-acp d j-jn n1 pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi np1, pp-f r-crq vbz vvn r-crq vvz dt j cc j n1 cst np1 vbz np1, p-acp dt j np1 cst vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 9
87 The Baptist went before our Saviour in divers particulars; in his conception, in his birth, in his preaching, in his death. The Baptist went before our Saviour in diverse particulars; in his conception, in his birth, in his preaching, in his death. dt n1 vvd p-acp po12 n1 p-acp j n2-j; p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 vvg, p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
88 For the miraculous conception and birth of John, went before the more miraculous conception and birth of Christ; his powerfull Preaching, before the others more powerfull; For the miraculous conception and birth of John, went before the more miraculous conception and birth of christ; his powerful Preaching, before the Others more powerful; p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvd p-acp dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; po31 j vvg, p-acp dt ng2-jn n1 j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
89 and his renowned death, before the others more renowned. and his renowned death, before the Others more renowned. cc po31 j-vvn n1, p-acp dt ng2-jn n1 j-vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
90 But the words doe not meane so much his going before him in time, as his going before him in Ministery, But the words do not mean so much his going before him in time, as his going before him in Ministry, p-acp dt n2 vdb xx vvi av av-d po31 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, c-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
91 nor his appearing before him in the world, as his appearing before him to do him service, nor his appearing before him in the world, as his appearing before him to do him service, ccx po31 vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, c-acp po31 vvg p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi pno31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
92 as a servant doth before his Master to provide for his entertainement; as a servant does before his Master to provide for his entertainment; c-acp dt n1 vdz p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
93 and so the words following doe explaine it, He shall goe before him, To make ready a people prepared for the Lord: and so the words following doe explain it, He shall go before him, To make ready a people prepared for the Lord: cc av dt n2 vvg n1 vvi pn31, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
94 And so the seventy Disciples are said to be sent before our Saviour two and two before his face, that is, to prepare men for his receiving against that he himselfe should come. And so the seventy Disciples Are said to be sent before our Saviour two and two before his face, that is, to prepare men for his receiving against that he himself should come. cc av dt crd n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 crd cc crd p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp cst pns31 px31 vmd vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 9
95 All the Prophets went before our Saviour in their Ministery, in their divers generations, but John in a more speciall manner above them all. All the prophets went before our Saviour in their Ministry, in their diverse generations, but John in a more special manner above them all. d dt n2 vvd p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp po32 j n2, cc-acp np1 p-acp dt av-dc j n1 p-acp pno32 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
96 They like Balaam in the foure and twentyeth of Numbers, did behold him, but not now, did foretell him, but not neere; They like balaam in the foure and twentyeth of Numbers, did behold him, but not now, did foretell him, but not near; pns32 vvb np1 p-acp dt crd cc ord pp-f n2, vdd vvi pno31, cc-acp xx av, vdd vvi pno31, cc-acp xx av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
97 but he beheld him face to face, and he told of him standing by. but he beheld him face to face, and he told of him standing by. cc-acp pns31 vvd pno31 n1 p-acp n1, cc pns31 vvd pp-f pno31 vvg p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
98 And hence it is, that our Saviour cals him more then a Prophet, Mat. 11. 9. nay as much or more then any meere man that was naturally borne of a woman: And hence it is, that our Saviour calls him more then a Prophet, Mathew 11. 9. nay as much or more then any mere man that was naturally born of a woman: cc av pn31 vbz, cst po12 n1 vvz pno31 av-dc cs dt n1, np1 crd crd uh p-acp d cc av-dc cs d j n1 cst vbds av-j vvn pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
99 More then a Prophet, because he went before Christ as his forerunner; More then a Prophet, Because he went before christ as his forerunner; av-dc cs dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
100 and as great as any that was ever borne, because he was the beginner of the Gospell. and as great as any that was ever born, Because he was the beginner of the Gospel. cc c-acp j c-acp d cst vbds av vvn, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 9
101 The Ministery of John the Baptist, and the publishing of the Gospell, like time and the motion of the heavens, began together, The Ministry of John the Baptist, and the publishing of the Gospel, like time and the motion of the heavens, began together, dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1, j n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vvd av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
102 and in one and the same instant. and in one and the same instant. cc p-acp crd cc dt d n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
103 So hath Marke conjoyned them, in the very beginning of the Gospell, Mark. 1. 1. The beginning of the Gospell of Jesus Christ, So hath Mark conjoined them, in the very beginning of the Gospel, Mark. 1. 1. The beginning of the Gospel of jesus christ, np1 vhz vvb vvn pno32, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb. crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
104 As it is written in the Prophets, Behold, I send my messenger before thee. As it is written in the prophets, Behold, I send my Messenger before thee. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, vvb, pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
105 So likewise, in the first of the Acts and the two and twenty, Peter proposing a Disciple to be chosen in stead of Judaas, Of these men, saith he, which have companyed with us all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among us, beginning from the Baptisme of John: So likewise, in the First of the Acts and the two and twenty, Peter proposing a Disciple to be chosen in stead of Judaas, Of these men, Says he, which have companied with us all the time that the Lord jesus went in and out among us, beginning from the Baptism of John: av av, p-acp dt ord pp-f dt n2 cc dt crd cc crd, np1 vvg dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f np1, pp-f d n2, vvz pns31, r-crq vhb vvd p-acp pno12 d dt n1 cst dt n1 np1 vvd p-acp cc av p-acp pno12, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
106 And so in the tenth chapter of the same booke of the Acts, and the thirtie seventh. And so in the tenth chapter of the same book of the Acts, and the thirtie seventh. cc av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt d n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt crd ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
107 The word you know which was published throughout all Judea, and began from Galilee after the Baptisme which John preached. And one place for all. The word you know which was published throughout all Judea, and began from Galilee After the Baptism which John preached. And one place for all. dt n1 pn22 vvb r-crq vbds vvn p-acp d np1, cc vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd. cc crd n1 p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
108 Mat. 11. 13. All the Prophets and the Law Prophesied untill John, and from him began the Gospell. Mathew 11. 13. All the prophets and the Law Prophesied until John, and from him began the Gospel. np1 crd crd av-d dt n2 cc dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, cc p-acp pno31 vvd dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
109 So that what some of the Fathers say concerning Malachi, That he was Limes Judeismi & Christianismi, we may not unfitly say, concerning him, that he was the bounds of Judaisme and Christianity, the limits from whence the Law and the Prophets tooke their conclusion, So that what Some of the Father's say Concerning Malachi, That he was Limes Judeismi & Christianism, we may not unfitly say, Concerning him, that he was the bounds of Judaism and Christianity, the Limits from whence the Law and the prophets took their conclusion, av cst r-crq d pp-f dt n2 vvb vvg np1, cst pns31 vbds zz np1 cc np1, pns12 vmb xx av-j vvi, vvg pno31, cst pns31 vbds dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n2 p-acp c-crq dt n1 cc dt n2 vvd po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
110 and the Gospell, and the kingdome of Heaven their beginning. and the Gospel, and the Kingdom of Heaven their beginning. cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 10
111 Now as the ministery of John consisted of two distinct and considerable parts, Preaching and Baptizing, [ like as the gift of Prophecy had consisted in times before, of a double spirit, Now as the Ministry of John consisted of two distinct and considerable parts, Preaching and Baptizing, [ like as the gift of Prophecy had consisted in times before, of a double Spirit, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pp-f crd j cc j n2, vvg cc vvg, [ av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vhd vvn p-acp n2 a-acp, pp-f dt j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
112 or to speake more properly, of a double power of one and the same spirit, to foretell things to come and to worke miracles; or to speak more properly, of a double power of one and the same Spirit, to foretell things to come and to work Miracles; cc pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j, pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f crd cc dt d n1, pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
113 ] so by both these did he begin the Gospell, and by both these did he goe before our Saviour. ] so by both these did he begin the Gospel, and by both these did he go before our Saviour. ] av p-acp d d vdd pns31 vvi dt n1, cc p-acp d d vdd pns31 vvi p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 10
114 These were, as it were the two hands with which he laid the foundation, and began to build up the Fabricke of the Evangelicall Temple. These were, as it were the two hands with which he laid the Foundation, and began to built up the Fabric of the Evangelical Temple. np1 vbdr, c-acp pn31 vbdr dt crd n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd dt n1, cc vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
115 And these two hath Marke joyned together in his relation, as John did in the exercise of his function, Mar. 1. 4. John did Baptize in the Wildernesse and preach the Baptisme of Repentance. And these two hath Mark joined together in his Relation, as John did in the exercise of his function, Mar. 1. 4. John did Baptise in the Wilderness and preach the Baptism of Repentance. cc d crd vhz vvb vvn av p-acp po31 n1, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd crd np1 vdd vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 11
116 By both these he began the Gospell, and first by his Baptisme: for, By both these he began the Gospel, and First by his Baptism: for, p-acp d d pns31 vvd dt n1, cc ord p-acp po31 n1: c-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 11
117 First, Baptisme was used in the times before and under the Law, but it was to admit Proselytes to the religion of the Jewes: First, Baptism was used in the times before and under the Law, but it was to admit Proselytes to the Religion of the Jews: ord, n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 a-acp cc p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
118 But the Baptist now commeth with a Baptisme to admit the Jewes to another Religion besides their owne. But the Baptist now comes with a Baptism to admit the Jews to Another Religion beside their own. cc-acp dt n1 av vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt np2 p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp po32 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
119 Jacob in Gen. 35. when he is to enter and admit the remnant of Sichem that escaped the sword into his family and Religion, he doth it by Baptisme. Jacob in Gen. 35. when he is to enter and admit the remnant of Sichem that escaped the sword into his family and Religion, he does it by Baptism. np1 p-acp np1 crd c-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
120 Put away, saith he, the strange Gods that are among you, and be cleane and change your garments, where, by the second injunction, Be cleane, Aben Ezra ▪ well observeth is meant the washing of their bodies in water, Put away, Says he, the strange God's that Are among you, and be clean and change your garments, where, by the second injunction, Be clean, Ben Ezra ▪ well observeth is meant the washing of their bodies in water, vvb av, vvz pns31, dt j n2 cst vbr p-acp pn22, cc vbi j cc vvb po22 n2, c-crq, p-acp dt ord n1, vbb j, np1 np1 ▪ av vvz vbz vvn dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
121 and indeed nothing else can so properly be meant, which what was it else but a Baptizing? And so Rambam or Maimonides in his Epitome of the Talmud, relateth from thence, that in the times of David and Solomon, when Heathens came into the Jewes religion by thousands (for a hundred three and fifty thousand of them helped to build the Temple) they were admitted thereinto by Baptisme, and indeed nothing Else can so properly be meant, which what was it Else but a Baptizing? And so Rambam or Maimonides in his Epitome of the Talmud, relateth from thence, that in the times of David and Solomon, when heathens Come into the Jews Religion by thousands (for a hundred three and fifty thousand of them helped to built the Temple) they were admitted thereinto by Baptism, cc av pix av vmb av av-j vbi vvn, q-crq q-crq vbds pn31 av p-acp dt vvg? cc av np1 cc np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt np1, vvz p-acp av, cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, c-crq n2-jn vvd p-acp dt np2 n1 p-acp crd (p-acp dt crd crd cc crd crd pp-f pno32 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1) pns32 vbdr vvn av p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
122 or by being washed, and not by circumcision. or by being washed, and not by circumcision. cc p-acp vbg vvn, cc xx p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
123 Thus was Baptisme used in those ancient times, and used to induct the Gentiles into the Church and Religion of the Jewes: Thus was Baptism used in those ancient times, and used to induct the Gentiles into the Church and Religion of the Jews: av vbds n1 vvn p-acp d j n2, cc vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt np2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
124 But now comes John with a baptisme of another •nd, namely, to enter the Jewes into another Church and religion then their owne, But now comes John with a Baptism of Another •nd, namely, to enter the Jews into Another Church and Religion then their own, cc-acp av vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, av, pc-acp vvi dt np2 p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1 cs po32 d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 11
125 and so by his baptisme doth he begin the Gospell. Secondly, And so also did he by his preaching: and so by his Baptism does he begin the Gospel. Secondly, And so also did he by his preaching: cc av p-acp po31 n1 vdz pns31 vvi dt n1. ord, cc av av vdd pns31 p-acp po31 vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 12
126 For whereas the law called for absolute and exact performance, and cryed a curse on him that confirmed not all the words of the Law to doe them, Deut. 27. 26. John commeth in another tenor, For whereas the law called for absolute and exact performance, and cried a curse on him that confirmed not all the words of the Law to do them, Deuteronomy 27. 26. John comes in Another tenor, c-acp cs dt n1 vvn p-acp j cc j n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31 cst vvd xx d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vdi pno32, np1 crd crd np1 vvz p-acp j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
127 like God in the still voyce, and instead of challenging the strict performance of works, he Preacheth the gentle doctrine of Repentance; like God in the still voice, and instead of challenging the strict performance of works, he Preacheth the gentle Doctrine of Repentance; j np1 p-acp dt j n1, cc av pp-f vvg dt j n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
128 that whereas they could not do what the Law required, they should repent for that they had broke the law, that whereas they could not do what the Law required, they should Repent for that they had broke the law, cst cs pns32 vmd xx vdi r-crq dt n1 vvd, pns32 vmd vvi p-acp cst pns32 vhd vvn dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
129 and thus is the rigorous and terrible tenor of the law, changed into the sweete and comfortable doctrine of Repentance, and thus both by Baptizing and Preaching, doth John begin the Gospell. and thus is the rigorous and terrible tenor of the law, changed into the sweet and comfortable Doctrine of Repentance, and thus both by Baptizing and Preaching, does John begin the Gospel. cc av vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, cc av av-d p-acp vvg cc vvg, vdz np1 vvb dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 12
130 And so by both also did he goe before our Saviour: And so by both also did he go before our Saviour: cc av p-acp d av vdd pns31 vvi p-acp po12 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
131 By baptisme to admit men into Christ against he should come, and by his Preaching to let Christ into men when as he came: By Baptism to admit men into christ against he should come, and by his Preaching to let christ into men when as he Come: p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp np1 p-acp pns31 vmd vvi, cc p-acp po31 vvg pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n2 c-crq p-acp pns31 vvd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
132 By his baptizing to make way for Christ his comming among men, and by his Preaching to make way for men their comming unto Christ: By his baptizing to make Way for christ his coming among men, and by his Preaching to make Way for men their coming unto christ: p-acp po31 vvg pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1 po31 n-vvg p-acp n2, cc p-acp po31 vvg pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2 po32 vvg p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
133 And so much is intimated by the words that next and immediately doe follow the text, To make ready a people prepared for the Lord. And so much is intimated by the words that next and immediately do follow the text, To make ready a people prepared for the Lord. cc av d vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 cst ord cc av-j vdb vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
134 This might be taken onely for an elegancy such as the Scripture useth, to quicken expressions, by repetitions, This might be taken only for an elegancy such as the Scripture uses, to quicken expressions, by repetitions, d vmd vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n1 d c-acp dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vvi n2, p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
135 but it hath its proper vigour and significancy, and in the two severall words denoteth the two distinct fruits of the ministery of the Baptist in her two parts: but it hath its proper vigour and significancy, and in the two several words denoteth the two distinct fruits of the Ministry of the Baptist in her two parts: cc-acp pn31 vhz po31 j n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt crd j n2 vvz dt crd j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 crd n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
136 His Baptisme, to make men ready to looke for Christ that was now in comming; and his Preaching, to have them prepared for his receiving when hee came. His Baptism, to make men ready to look for christ that was now in coming; and his Preaching, to have them prepared for his receiving when he Come. po31 n1, p-acp vvb n2 j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cst vbds av p-acp vvg; cc po31 vvg, pc-acp vhi pno32 vvn p-acp po31 n-vvg c-crq pns31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 12
137 The observation that we may take up from hence is this, That Christ when he came to shew himselfe in the world had need of a powerfull, and a Spirited forerunner: The observation that we may take up from hence is this, That christ when he Come to show himself in the world had need of a powerful, and a Spirited forerunner: dt n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp av vbz d, cst np1 c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 vhd n1 pp-f dt j, cc dt vvn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
138 He was the expectation of the Gentiles. He was the expectation of the Gentiles. pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
139 Gen. 49. 10. He was the expectation of the Samaritans. John 4. 25. He was the expectation of the Jewes. Gen. 49. 10. He was the expectation of the Samaritans. John 4. 25. He was the expectation of the Jews. np1 crd crd pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt njp2. np1 crd crd pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt np2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
140 Luk. 19. 11. He was the expectation of all nations. Luk. 19. 11. He was the expectation of all Nations. np1 crd crd pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
141 Hag. 2. 7. And yet when he came that was so expected, he had need of a Harbinger to goe before him, Hag. 2. 7. And yet when he Come that was so expected, he had need of a Harbinger to go before him, np1 crd crd cc av c-crq pns31 vvd cst vbds av vvn, pns31 vhd n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
142 and a strong forerunner to make his way; and all this too little too. For when he came amongst his owne, his owne received him not. Joh. 1. 11. and a strong forerunner to make his Way; and all this too little too. For when he Come among his own, his own received him not. John 1. 11. cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1; cc d d av j av. p-acp c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp po31 d, po31 d vvd pno31 xx. np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 13
143 The Jewes sansie concerning the cloud of glory, that conducted Israel through the Wildernesse, that it did not onely shew them the way, The Jews sansie Concerning the cloud of glory, that conducted Israel through the Wilderness, that it did not only show them the Way, dt np2 n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vdd xx av-j vvi pno32 dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
144 but also plane it, that it did not onely lead them in the way in which they must goe, but also plane it, that it did not only led them in the Way in which they must go, cc-acp av n1 pn31, cst pn31 vdd xx av-j vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
145 but also fit them the way to goe upon: but also fit them the Way to go upon: cc-acp av vvi pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
146 That it levelled all the mountaines and smoothed all the rockes, that it cleared all the bushes, and removed all the rubs. That it leveled all the Mountains and smoothed all the Rocks, that it cleared all the Bushes, and removed all the rubs. cst pn31 vvd d dt n2 cc vvn d dt n2, cst pn31 vvd d dt n2, cc vvd d dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
147 No lesse preparatives were required for our Saviours comming to make way for him, in the entertainement of men, No less preparatives were required for our Saviors coming to make Way for him, in the entertainment of men, av-dx dc n2 vbdr vvn p-acp po12 ng1 vvg pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
148 or to make way for men to the entertaining of him: And so hath the Scripture exprest it in termes not much different: or to make Way for men to the entertaining of him: And so hath the Scripture expressed it in terms not much different: cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno31: cc av vhz dt n1 vvd pn31 p-acp n2 xx d j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
149 Every valley shall be filled, and every mountaine and hill shall be brought low; and the crooked shall be made streight, and the rough wayes shall be made smooth: Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be brought low; and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough ways shall be made smooth: d n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc d n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn av-j; cc dt j vmb vbi vvn av, cc dt j n2 vmb vbi vvn j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
150 Esay 40. 4. Luk. 4. 5. Isaiah 40. 4. Luk. 4. 5. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 13
151 There were two maine things that lay betwixt the Jewes and Christ at his appearing, that were most likely to keepe them asunder, There were two main things that lay betwixt the Jews and christ At his appearing, that were most likely to keep them asunder, a-acp vbdr crd j n2 cst vvd p-acp dt np2 cc np1 p-acp po31 vvg, cst vbdr av-ds j pc-acp vvi pno32 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
152 and to hinder the accesse of each to other, and so they did. and to hinder the access of each to other, and so they did. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d p-acp n-jn, cc av pns32 vdd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
153 And those were their corruption in manners, and in behaviour, and their corruption in doctrine, and in religion; And those were their corruption in manners, and in behaviour, and their corruption in Doctrine, and in Religion; cc d vbdr po32 n1 p-acp n2, cc p-acp n1, cc po32 n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
154 the former like rough wayes that must be smoothed, and the latter like crooked, that must be streightned; the former like rough ways that must be smoothed, and the latter like crooked, that must be straighteneth; dt j j j n2 cst vmb vbi vvn, cc dt d av-j j, cst vmb vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 13
155 and both being such as must be helped, or little hopes they can come to Christ. First. and both being such as must be helped, or little hope's they can come to christ. First. cc d vbg av p-acp vmb vbi vvn, cc j n2 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1. ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 14
156 As for their corruption in manners, had we not evidence enough thereof in the Scripture, that layes it open, we have sufficient in their owne writers. As for their corruption in manners, had we not evidence enough thereof in the Scripture, that lays it open, we have sufficient in their own writers. p-acp p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n2, vhd pns12 xx n1 av-d av p-acp dt n1, cst vvz pn31 j, pns12 vhb j p-acp po32 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 14
157 They were a generation of vipers; so John cals them, Mat. 3. 7. They were a wicked and adulterous generation; They were a generation of vipers; so John calls them, Mathew 3. 7. They were a wicked and adulterous generation; pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n2; av np1 vvz pno32, np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr dt j cc j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 14
158 so our Saviour cals them, Mat. 16. 4. seeming to allude to the Phrase of Hosea, the children of fornications, Hos. 1. 2. They were a people stiffenecked and of uncircumcised hearts and eares: so our Saviour calls them, Mathew 16. 4. seeming to allude to the Phrase of Hosea, the children of fornications, Hos. 1. 2. They were a people Stiffnecked and of uncircumcised hearts and ears: av po12 n1 vvz pno32, np1 crd crd j-vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f n2, np1 crd crd pns32 vbdr dt n1 j cc pp-f j n2 cc n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 14
159 so Stephen cals them Act. 7. 51. And to spare more, our Saviour makes them as it were the common shore of all vengeance, so Stephen calls them Act. 7. 51. And to spare more, our Saviour makes them as it were the Common shore of all vengeance, av np1 vvz pno32 n1 crd crd cc pc-acp vvi av-dc, po12 n1 vvz pno32 p-acp pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 14
160 and consequently the sincke of all iniquity, Mat. 23. 35. That upon you may come all the righteous blood shed upon the earth from the blood of righteous Abell, unto the blood of Zacharias. and consequently the sink of all iniquity, Mathew 23. 35. That upon you may come all the righteous blood shed upon the earth from the blood of righteous Abel, unto the blood of Zacharias. cc av-j dt n1 pp-f d n1, np1 crd crd cst p-acp pn22 vmb vvi d dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 14
161 To these Characters of their manners given by Scripture, we may adde the confession of their owne Authours in their writings. To these Characters of their manners given by Scripture, we may add the Confessi of their own Authors in their writings. p-acp d n2 pp-f po32 n2 vvn p-acp n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2 p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 14
162 The Talmud in Sanhedrim, in the eleventh chapter hath these words. The Talmud in Sanhedrim, in the eleventh chapter hath these words. dt np1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt ord n1 vhz d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 14
163 R: Juda saith, In the generation in which the son of David shall come, The house of the Assembly shall be a stews, the wisedome of the Scribes shall faile, they that feare sin shall be despised, R: Juda Says, In the generation in which the son of David shall come, The house of the Assembly shall be a Stews, the Wisdom of the Scribes shall fail, they that Fear since shall be despised, zz: np1 vvz, p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vmb vvi, pns32 cst vvb n1 vmb vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 14
164 and the face of that generation shall be like dogs. and the face of that generation shall be like Dogs. cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 14
165 Saint Paul hits them with their owne title, Beware of dogs, beware of the concision, Phil. 3. 2. and so doth John seeme also to doe, Without are dogs. Rev. 22. 15. Such another testimony doth David Kimchi give out of the Rabbins on Easy 59. 16. Rabbi Johanan saith, saith he, The Son of David commeth not, but either in a generation all holy, Saint Paul hits them with their own title, Beware of Dogs, beware of the concision, Philip 3. 2. and so does John seem also to do, Without Are Dogs. Rev. 22. 15. Such Another testimony does David Kimchi give out of the Rabbis on Easy 59. 16. Rabbi Johanan Says, Says he, The Son of David comes not, but either in a generation all holy, n1 np1 vvz pno32 p-acp po32 d n1, vvb pp-f n2, vvb pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd cc av vdz np1 vvb av pc-acp vdi, p-acp vbr n2. n1 crd crd d j-jn n1 vdz np1 np1 vvb av pp-f dt n2 p-acp j crd crd np1 np1 vvz, vvz pns31, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx, cc-acp d p-acp dt n1 d j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 14
166 as it is written, Thy people shall all be righteous, and inherit the Land for ever: as it is written, Thy people shall all be righteous, and inherit the Land for ever: c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, po21 n1 vmb d vbi j, cc vvi dt n1 c-acp av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 15
167 or in a generation all wicked, as it is written, He saw that there was no man, or in a generation all wicked, as it is written, He saw that there was no man, cc p-acp dt n1 d j, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 vvd cst pc-acp vbds dx n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 15
168 and wondred that there was no intercessor. and wondered that there was no intercessor. cc vvd cst pc-acp vbds dx n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 15
169 Too pregnant and wofull experience shewed that the latter was onely true, and their owne behaviour at our Saviours comming, confirmeth the glosse to prophesie truly, that their manners then should be most corrupt. Too pregnant and woeful experience showed that the latter was only true, and their own behaviour At our Saviors coming, confirmeth the gloss to prophesy truly, that their manners then should be most corrupt. av j cc j n1 vvd cst dt d vbds av-j j, cc po32 d n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n-vvg, vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, cst po32 n2 av vmd vbi av-ds j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 15
170 Secondly, and so was also their Doctrine: Secondly, and so was also their Doctrine: ord, cc av vbds av po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
171 and that withall in a twofold relation. 1. In regard of the opinion that they held concerning the legall rites that were amongst them before: and that withal in a twofold Relation. 1. In regard of the opinion that they held Concerning the Legal Rites that were among them before: cc cst av p-acp dt j n1. crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pns32 vvd vvg dt j n2 cst vbdr p-acp pno32 p-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
172 and 2. in regard of the opinion that they held concerning Christ, who was now in comming. and 2. in regard of the opinion that they held Concerning christ, who was now in coming. cc crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cst pns32 vvd vvg np1, r-crq vbds av p-acp vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 15
173 1. They were so glewed to the Ceremonies of Moses, and so bewitched with the Traditions of the Fathers, that it was an impossibility in humane reason to thaw them asunder. 1. They were so glued to the Ceremonies of Moses, and so bewitched with the Traditions of the Father's, that it was an impossibility in humane reason to thaw them asunder. crd pns32 vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cst pn31 vbds dt n1 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 15
174 Paul speaking of his owne doting upon these, speaketh the affection of his whole Nation in this particular, I was exceedingly zealous of the Traditions of the Fathers, Gal. 1. 14. Stephen in Act. 6. 14. for but speaking of the abolishing of the Customes of Moses, must lose his life, Paul speaking of his own doting upon these, speaks the affection of his Whole nation in this particular, I was exceedingly zealous of the Traditions of the Father's, Gal. 1. 14. Stephen in Act. 6. 14. for but speaking of the abolishing of the Customs of Moses, must loose his life, np1 vvg pp-f po31 d vvg p-acp d, vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1 p-acp d j, pns11 vbds av-vvg j pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd crd np1 p-acp n1 crd crd p-acp p-acp vvg pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vmb vvi po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
175 though he spake but what Moses himselfe had spoken before, and what an Angel had spoken after Moses, & though his face when he was to answer for these things, shone like the face of Moses, and was like the face of an Angel. though he spoke but what Moses himself had spoken before, and what an Angel had spoken After Moses, & though his face when he was to answer for these things, shone like the face of Moses, and was like the face of an Angel. cs pns31 vvd p-acp r-crq np1 px31 vhn vvn a-acp, cc q-crq dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp np1, cc cs po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, vvd av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbds av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 15
176 But what need I to insist upon particulars? If you looke throughout all the Acts of the Apostles, you shall finde that almost in every place where the Gospel came among the Jewes, this was the maine obstacle that ever lay in the way to hinder the freedome of its passage, the fixednesse of that people and Nation to their Ceremonies and Traditions. But what need I to insist upon particulars? If you look throughout all the Acts of the Apostles, you shall find that almost in every place where the Gospel Come among the Jews, this was the main obstacle that ever lay in the Way to hinder the freedom of its passage, the fixedness of that people and nation to their Ceremonies and Traditions. p-acp r-crq n1 pns11 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-j? cs pn22 vvb p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n2, pn22 vmb vvi cst av p-acp d n1 c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp dt np2, d vbds dt j n1 cst av vvd p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 16
177 Let one place suffice for many, Act. 21. 28. The Jewes of Asia laid hands on Paul, crying out; Men of Israel helpe, this man teacheth all men every where against the people, Let one place suffice for many, Act. 21. 28. The Jews of Asia laid hands on Paul, crying out; Men of Israel help, this man Teaches all men every where against the people, vvb crd n1 vvi p-acp d, n1 crd crd dt np2 pp-f np1 vvn n2 p-acp np1, vvg av; n2 pp-f np1 vvb, d n1 vvz d n2 d c-crq p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 16
178 and the law, and this place. The preaching of the Gospel goeth against their heart, because it goeth against their Customes, and the law, and this place. The preaching of the Gospel Goes against their heart, Because it Goes against their Customs, cc dt n1, cc d n1. dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 16
179 and he that speaketh against that people, law, and place, is sure to be spoken against himselfe, and he that speaks against that people, law, and place, is sure to be spoken against himself, cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1, vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
180 for they were so pinned unto the rites of those three, that there must be nothinking of their removal. for they were so pinned unto the Rites of those three, that there must be nothinking of their removal. c-acp pns32 vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d crd, cst a-acp vmb vbi j pp-f po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
181 And thus were they most corrupt in opinion concerning the Ceremonies of the Law which they had used of old. And thus were they most corrupt in opinion Concerning the Ceremonies of the Law which they had used of old. cc av vbdr pns32 ds vvi p-acp n1 vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn pp-f j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 16
182 2. And so also were they concerning Christ when he should come. 2. And so also were they Concerning christ when he should come. crd cc av av vbdr pns32 vvg np1 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
183 They expected him to appeare in the world as an earthly Conqueror, like Naaman the Syrian by the Prophet Elisha; He thought he will surely come out and stand, and call upon the name of the Lord his God, They expected him to appear in the world as an earthly Conqueror, like Naaman the Syrian by the Prophet Elisha; He Thought he will surely come out and stand, and call upon the name of the Lord his God, pns32 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, av-j np1 dt jp p-acp dt n1 np1; pns31 vvd pns31 vmb av-j vvi av cc vvi, cc vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
184 and strike his hand over the place and recover the Leper; and strike his hand over the place and recover the Leper; cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvi dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
185 and he only sent him this plaine and simple message, Goe wash in Jordan and be cleane: So they by Christ, they conceited, and he only sent him this plain and simple message, Go wash in Jordan and be clean: So they by christ, they conceited, cc pns31 av-j vvd pno31 d j cc j n1, vvb vvi p-acp n1 cc vbi j: av pns32 p-acp np1, pns32 vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
186 Surely he will come with great worldly pompe, and make his way with a conquering sword, he will destroy many people even as earthly Princes doe, Surely he will come with great worldly pomp, and make his Way with a conquering sword, he will destroy many people even as earthly Princes do, av-j pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j j n1, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, pns31 vmb vvi d n1 av c-acp j n2 vdb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
187 and seate his people in Canaan againe in more prosperity and pompe then ever: and seat his people in Canaan again in more Prosperity and pomp then ever: cc n1 po31 n1 p-acp np1 av p-acp dc n1 cc n1 av av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
188 and he on the contrary, came in the forme of a servant, he had no forme nor comelinesse in the eies of men that they could desire him: and he on the contrary, Come in the Form of a servant, he had no Form nor comeliness in the eyes of men that they could desire him: cc pns31 p-acp dt n-jn, vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhd dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cst pns32 vmd vvi pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
189 he appeared in a posture of humility and lowlinesse, riding upon an Asse, and upon a Colt, the Fole of an Asse. he appeared in a posture of humility and lowliness, riding upon an Ass, and upon a Colt, the Sole of an Ass. pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 16
190 And how farre were they from intertaining such a Christ as this, when they expected one of a quality so infinitely different? Who could beleeve that the title over our Saviours head upon his Crosse, should be a stumbling blocke unto the Jewes feete? And yet was it so at that very time when they fixt it there, And how Far were they from entertaining such a christ as this, when they expected one of a quality so infinitely different? Who could believe that the title over our Saviors head upon his Cross, should be a stumbling block unto the Jews feet? And yet was it so At that very time when they fixed it there, cc c-crq av-j vbdr pns32 p-acp vvg d dt np1 p-acp d, c-crq pns32 vvd crd pp-f dt n1 av av-j j? r-crq vmd vvi d dt n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmd vbi dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt np2 n2? cc av vbds pn31 av p-acp cst j n1 c-crq pns32 vvd pn31 a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
191 and so it hath beene ever since, and so it is at this very day, Jesus of Nazareth King of the Jewes. They looked for the Messiah to come from Bethlehem, and they knew him but for Jesus of Nazareth. And they expected a pompous King of the Jewes, and how farre was he from such a King. and so it hath been ever since, and so it is At this very day, jesus of Nazareth King of the Jews. They looked for the Messiah to come from Bethlehem, and they knew him but for jesus of Nazareth. And they expected a pompous King of the Jews, and how Far was he from such a King. cc av pn31 vhz vbn av a-acp, cc av pn31 vbz p-acp d j n1, np1 pp-f np1 n1 pp-f dt np2. pns32 vvd p-acp dt np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp p-acp np1 pp-f np1. cc pns32 vvd dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, cc c-crq av-j vbds pns31 p-acp d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
192 And thus they knew not him, when he came from Galilee, nor the voices of the Prophets what they meant by his Kingdome, And thus they knew not him, when he Come from Galilee, nor the voices of the prophets what they meant by his Kingdom, cc av pns32 vvd xx pno31, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, ccx dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
193 and thus were they very farre unlikely to receive him when he came. and thus were they very Far unlikely to receive him when he Come. cc av vbdr pns32 av av-j j pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 17
194 These three things then being thus considered, and notice taken how farre this people of the Jewes were gone away both in life and doctrine, what corruption they had contracted in their manners, what doting upon their ancient Customes, These three things then being thus considered, and notice taken how Far this people of the Jews were gone away both in life and Doctrine, what corruption they had contracted in their manners, what doting upon their ancient Customs, d crd n2 av vbg av vvn, cc n1 vvn c-crq av-j d n1 pp-f dt np2 vbdr vvn av av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq n1 pns32 vhd vvn p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vvg p-acp po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
195 and what misprision concerning Christ, it is no wonder if he that came to reforme these things that were so farre amisse, had need of a spirited and a powerfull forerunner, to make some way for him against he came. and what Misprision Concerning christ, it is no wonder if he that Come to reform these things that were so Far amiss, had need of a spirited and a powerful forerunner, to make Some Way for him against he Come. cc r-crq n1 vvg np1, pn31 vbz dx n1 cs pns31 cst vvd pc-acp vvi d n2 cst vbdr av av-j av, vhd n1 pp-f dt vvn cc dt j n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp pns31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 17
196 And as it was at our Saviours comming in the flesh, so also is it at his comming in the spirit: And as it was At our Saviors coming in the Flesh, so also is it At his coming in the Spirit: cc c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp po12 ng1 vvg p-acp dt n1, av av vbz pn31 p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
197 Whensoever Christ is to be brought in among a corrupt and irregular people, in the power and purity of his Word & Gospel, great hinderances doe ever offer themselves to stop the way, Whensoever christ is to be brought in among a corrupt and irregular people, in the power and purity of his Word & Gospel, great hindrances do ever offer themselves to stop the Way, q-crq np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, j n2 vdb av vvi px32 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
198 and they had need of great forerunners to cleare them thence. A Jerusalem is never built street and wall, but those times are troublous: and they had need of great forerunners to clear them thence. A Jerusalem is never built street and wall, but those times Are troublous: cc pns32 vhd n1 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av. dt np1 vbz av-x vvn n1 cc n1, cc-acp d n2 vbr j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
199 & a Reformation in a corrupted State is never wrought but with these opposals. & a Reformation in a corrupted State is never wrought but with these opposals. cc dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vbz av-x vvn cc-acp p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 17
200 The very same things doe make the waies rough and unpassable for Christs comming now, in his worke and power, that made it then when he came in the flesh. The very same things do make the ways rough and unpassable for Christ coming now, in his work and power, that made it then when he Come in the Flesh. dt j d n2 vdb vvi dt n2 j cc j p-acp npg1 n-vvg av, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cst vvd pn31 av c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
201 These three are as the net upon Mispah and the snare upon Tabor, Hos. 5. 1. as the ambushes that the Idolatrous Priests laid upon those Mountaines to catch up all the passengers that should go to Jerusalem to worship the true God, these catch up men that they come not at Christ. These three Are as the net upon Mizpah and the snare upon Tabor, Hos. 5. 1. as the Ambushes that the Idolatrous Priests laid upon those Mountains to catch up all the passengers that should go to Jerusalem to worship the true God, these catch up men that they come not At christ. np1 crd vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd p-acp dt n2 cst dt j n2 vvn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 cst vmd vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt j np1, d vvb a-acp n2 cst pns32 vvb xx p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
202 These are the Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, that are ever ready to oppose the Moses and Aaron that seeke to work good in the Congregation; These Are the Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, that Are ever ready to oppose the Moses and Aaron that seek to work good in the Congregation; d vbr dt np1, np1, cc np1, cst vbr av j pc-acp vvi dt np1 cc np1 cst vvb pc-acp vvi j p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
203 and the Jannes, Jambres and Egyptians, that affront them in the worke of the Lord. and the Jannes, Jambres and egyptians, that affront them in the work of the Lord. cc dt n2, np2 cc np1, cst vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
204 And hence is it no wonder, that that worke of the same nature, that you have had so long in hand, hath gone so slowly and so heavily on. For, And hence is it not wonder, that that work of the same nature, that you have had so long in hand, hath gone so slowly and so heavily on. For, cc av vbz pn31 xx vvi, cst d n1 pp-f dt d n1, cst pn22 vhb vhn av av-j p-acp n1, vhz vvn av av-j cc av av-j a-acp. p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 18
205 1. How truly is the morall of that Story concerning Anomon in 2 Sam. 12. come to passe in these dayes of ours? First, he was sicke for love of his sister Tamar, and having used her at his pleasure, he was then as sicke for hate. 1. How truly is the moral of that Story Concerning Anomon in 2 Sam. 12. come to pass in these days of ours? First, he was sick for love of his sister Tamar, and having used her At his pleasure, he was then as sick for hate. crd c-crq av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvg np1 p-acp crd np1 crd vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f png12? ord, pns31 vbds j p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1, cc vhg vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbds av p-acp j c-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
206 So hath it beene with us of this Land: So hath it been with us of this Land: np1 vhz pn31 vbn p-acp pno12 pp-f d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
207 we were sicke but a while agoe for a Parliament, and nothing would cure us if we had not that, we were sick but a while ago for a Parliament, and nothing would cure us if we had not that, pns12 vbdr j p-acp dt n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc pix vmd vvi pno12 cs pns12 vhd xx d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
208 like David we longed and longed againe for this water of Bethlehem that is beside the gate, like David we longed and longed again for this water of Bethlehem that is beside the gate, av-j np1 pns12 vvd cc vvd av p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 cst vbz p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
209 and could not rest till we had got it, and yet when we have obtained it, and could not rest till we had god it, and yet when we have obtained it, cc vmd xx vvi c-acp pns12 vhd vvn pn31, cc av c-crq pns12 vhb vvn pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
210 and that not without the hazard of your lives, we now cast it upon the ground, and care not for it: and that not without the hazard of your lives, we now cast it upon the ground, and care not for it: cc cst xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, pns12 av vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvb xx p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
211 We are now as weary of this Manna which God hath sent us, as we were desirous of it before it came. We Are now as weary of this Manna which God hath sent us, as we were desirous of it before it Come. pns12 vbr av p-acp j pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12, c-acp pns12 vbdr j pp-f pn31 c-acp pn31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 18
212 What should be the reason of mens such crossenesse and contrariety in their affections, as to will and to loath, to desire and to detest the same thing, with the same earnestnesse, in so short a time? Why, that in the Prophet, You would have healed Babel, and she will not be healed. What should be the reason of men's such crossenesse and contrariety in their affections, as to will and to loath, to desire and to detest the same thing, with the same earnestness, in so short a time? Why, that in the Prophet, You would have healed Babel, and she will not be healed. q-crq vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f ng2 d n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pc-acp vmb cc pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi dt d n1, p-acp dt d n1, p-acp av j dt n1? uh-crq, cst p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmd vhi vvn np1, cc pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
213 Men are affrighted I know not how at the rumor of a Reformation, because they are afraid to be stripped off their carnalities and corruptions. Men Are affrighted I know not how At the rumor of a Reformation, Because they Are afraid to be stripped off their Carnalities and corruptions. n2 vbr vvn pns11 vvb xx c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
214 Like a simple Patient, that in an eating and corroding sore, if the Surgeon can abate his paine, he likes it well, Like a simple Patient, that in an eating and corroding soar, if the Surgeon can abate his pain, he likes it well, j dt j n1, cst p-acp dt n-vvg cc j-vvg n1, cs dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, pns31 vvz pn31 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
215 but to cut out any proud dangerous and corrupting flesh, that he will not endure: Just so hath it been with us. but to Cut out any proud dangerous and corrupting Flesh, that he will not endure: Just so hath it been with us. cc-acp pc-acp vvi av d j j cc j-vvg n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi: av av vhz pn31 vbn p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
216 Whilest you eased us of the paines of those pressures, that did pinch, and took off the yoke from off our neck that glad so sore, it pleas'd us well, and you had our liking; Whilst you eased us of the pains of those pressures, that did pinch, and took off the yoke from off our neck that glad so soar, it pleased us well, and you had our liking; cs pn22 vvd pno12 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n2, cst vdd vvi, cc vvd a-acp dt n1 p-acp p-acp po12 n1 cst j av av-j, pn31 vvd pno12 av, cc pn22 vhd po12 n-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
217 but to be restrained any whit from our former & beloved sensualities, to be straitned any thing of the extravagancies of our former wayes by the reines of a Reformation, oh this goes to the quicke, but to be restrained any whit from our former & Beloved Sensualities, to be straitened any thing of the extravagancies of our former ways by the reins of a Reformation, o this Goes to the quick, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn d n1 p-acp po12 j cc j-vvn n2, pc-acp vbi vvn d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, uh d vvz p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
218 and we cannot indure it, Durus sermo, a hard businesse, who can abide it? Our Saviour hath told us long agoe, that parting with an old acquaintance bosome sinne is as pinching to flesh and blouds, as to pluck out an eye and to cut off a hand, and we cannot endure it, Durus sermon, a hard business, who can abide it? Our Saviour hath told us long ago, that parting with an old acquaintance bosom sin is as pinching to Flesh and bloods, as to pluck out an eye and to Cut off a hand, cc pns12 vmbx vvi pn31, np1 n1, dt j n1, r-crq vmb vvi pn31? po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12 av-j av, cst vvg p-acp dt j n1 n1 n1 vbz p-acp vvg p-acp n1 cc n2, p-acp pc-acp vvi av dt n1 cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
219 and we see it true by too wofull experience, by mens unseparablenesse from their delights, they carrying them, and we see it true by too woeful experience, by men's unseparablenesse from their delights, they carrying them, cc pns12 vvb pn31 j p-acp av j n1, p-acp ng2 n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vvg pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
220 and they them, and will not be parted, to perdition. and they them, and will not be parted, to perdition. cc pns32 pno32, cc vmb xx vbi vvn, p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
221 The Vine, Olive, and Figtree in Jothams Parable, will not leave their wine, fatnesse, and sweetnesse, to gaine a Kingdome, Herod his Herodias to save his soule, The Vine, Olive, and Fig tree in Jothams Parable, will not leave their wine, fatness, and sweetness, to gain a Kingdom, Herod his Herodias to save his soul, dt n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vmb xx vvi po32 n1, n1, cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, np1 po31 np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
222 nor men of corrupt manners, the corruption of their manners for a blessed Reformation. nor men of corrupt manners, the corruption of their manners for a blessed Reformation. ccx n2 pp-f j n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 19
223 This is the first adversary that you have in your way, that seeketh to crosse the glorious work that you have in hand. This is the First adversary that you have in your Way, that seeks to cross the glorious work that you have in hand. d vbz dt ord n1 cst pn22 vhb p-acp po22 n1, cst vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cst pn22 vhb p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
224 And there is a second which is like to this, as a twinne of the same wombe, And there is a second which is like to this, as a twin of the same womb, cc pc-acp vbz dt ord r-crq vbz av-j p-acp d, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
225 and as bad as it, and that is corruption in opinion concerning ancient Customes, and a fixednesse to what our forefathers have used before. and as bad as it, and that is corruption in opinion Concerning ancient Customs, and a fixedness to what our Forefathers have used before. cc p-acp j c-acp pn31, cc d vbz n1 p-acp n1 vvg j n2, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vhb vvn a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 19
226 2. Custome, as it is commonly said, is a second nature, and men cannot easily leave that which they have long used themselves, 2. Custom, as it is commonly said, is a second nature, and men cannot Easily leave that which they have long used themselves, crd n1, c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn, vbz dt ord n1, cc n2 vmbx av-j vvi d r-crq pns32 vhb av-j vvn px32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
227 and they will not easily leave that which they have seene and knowne to be used by their Predecessors. and they will not Easily leave that which they have seen and known to be used by their Predecessors. cc pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi d r-crq pns32 vhb vvn cc vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
228 The Ephraimites in the booke of Judges, that had beene brought up to say Sibboleth all their life, cannot say Shibboleth to save their life, The Ephraimites in the book of Judges, that had been brought up to say Sibboleth all their life, cannot say Shibboleth to save their life, dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cst vhd vbn vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi vvz d po32 n1, vmbx vvi vvz pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
229 but they perish two and forty thousand. but they perish two and forty thousand. cc-acp pns32 vvb crd cc crd crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
230 Famous and fearfull is the story of Rabodus [ some call him by another name ] who when he was so farre perswaded from his Heathenisme into Christianity, that he had one foote in the water towards being baptized, Famous and fearful is the story of Rabodus [ Some call him by Another name ] who when he was so Far persuaded from his Heathenism into Christianity, that he had one foot in the water towards being baptised, j cc j vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 [ d vvb pno31 p-acp j-jn n1 ] r-crq c-crq pns31 vbds av av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vhd crd n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vbg vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
231 and there asking whither his forefathers were gone that were not Christians nor baptized, whether to Heaven or Hell, and there asking whither his Forefathers were gone that were not Christians nor baptised, whither to Heaven or Hell, cc a-acp vvg c-crq po31 n2 vbdr vvn cst vbdr xx np1 ccx vvn, cs p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
232 and it being answered to Hell, he puls his foote back againe out of the water, with words to this purpose, That he would goe whither his ancestors were gone, and so he resolved to be what his Ancestors had beene. and it being answered to Hell, he puls his foot back again out of the water, with words to this purpose, That he would go whither his Ancestors were gone, and so he resolved to be what his Ancestors had been. cc pn31 vbg vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vvz po31 n1 av av av pp-f dt n1, p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi c-crq po31 n2 vbdr vvn, cc av pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi r-crq po31 n2 vhd vbn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
233 This, the more is the pity, is the ultima Analysis of the Religion of too many thousands in this Land and time; This, the more is the pity, is the ultima Analysis of the Religion of too many thousands in this Land and time; np1, dt dc vbz dt n1, vbz dt fw-la n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f av d crd p-acp d n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
234 men and women are too commonly and generally pinned in opinion and in practice of religious things upon the customes and usage of ancient times, men and women Are too commonly and generally pinned in opinion and in practice of religious things upon the customs and usage of ancient times, n2 cc n2 vbr av av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
235 and they are loth to be parted from them: and they Are loath to be parted from them: cc pns32 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
236 The woman of Sychar was zealous for the Temple upon Mount Gerizim, but the best reason she can give for that her zeale, is but this, The woman of Sychar was zealous for the Temple upon Mount Gerizim, but the best reason she can give for that her zeal, is but this, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 np1, p-acp dt js n1 pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d po31 n1, vbz p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
237 because her, Fathers worshipped in that Mountaine, Joh. 4. 20. Laban in the marriage of his daughter Leah, will rather follow custome ▪ then either conscience, Because her, Father's worshipped in that Mountain, John 4. 20. Laban in the marriage of his daughter Leah, will rather follow custom ▪ then either conscience, c-acp pno31, n2 vvn p-acp d n1, np1 crd crd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1, vmb av-c vvi n1 ▪ cs d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
238 or his owne promise and covenant: or his own promise and Covenant: cc po31 d n1 cc n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 20
239 He had agreed with Jacob for Rachel, and for Rachel had Jacob served, but when it commeth to the point of performance he suborneth Leah, and deceives him with her, He had agreed with Jacob for Rachel, and for Rachel had Jacob served, but when it comes to the point of performance he suborneth Leah, and deceives him with her, pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1 vhd np1 vvn, cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vvz np1, cc vvz pno31 p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 21
240 and what is his reason? Why, it was not the custome of the Countrey, to give the younger before the elder, Gen. 29. 26. How the predominancy of this humour in the diseased body of this Church doth cause us to cast up againe the wholesome Physicke of a Reformation, it is knowne too well. and what is his reason? Why, it was not the custom of the Country, to give the younger before the elder, Gen. 29. 26. How the predominancy of this humour in the diseased body of this Church does cause us to cast up again the wholesome Physic of a Reformation, it is known too well. cc r-crq vbz po31 n1? uh-crq, pn31 vbds xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt jc p-acp dt n-jn, np1 crd crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f d n1 vdz vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi a-acp av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz vvn av av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 21
241 The confession of the Prophet may be taken up concerning us, and with addition, We have sinned with our forefathers, nay we are resolved so to doe still. The Confessi of the Prophet may be taken up Concerning us, and with addition, We have sinned with our Forefathers, nay we Are resolved so to do still. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp vvg pno12, cc p-acp n1, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 n2, uh pns12 vbr vvn av pc-acp vdi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 21
242 The errours that the ignorance and dulnesse of former times did admit into the worship of God and profession of Religion, we are resolved to retaine because they were the Customes of former times. The errors that the ignorance and dulness of former times did admit into the worship of God and profession of Religion, we Are resolved to retain Because they were the Customs of former times. dt n2 cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi c-acp pns32 vbdr dt n2 pp-f j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 21
243 3. And thirdly, a maine obstacle in the way of Christs powerfull comming among a people, 3. And Thirdly, a main obstacle in the Way of Christ powerful coming among a people, crd cc ord, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n-vvg p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 21
244 and in the way of your worke that seekes thus to bring him, is a corruption of opinion that men have concerning Christ or Religion it selfe. and in the Way of your work that seeks thus to bring him, is a corruption of opinion that men have Concerning christ or Religion it self. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 cst vvz av pc-acp vvi pno31, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cst n2 vhb vvg np1 cc n1 pn31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 21
245 Religion to carnall men must be a little gawdy, or else it cannot be a pleasing Religion: Religion to carnal men must be a little Gaudy, or Else it cannot be a pleasing Religion: n1 p-acp j n2 vmb vbi dt j j, cc av pn31 vmbx vbi dt j-vvg n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 21
246 as the Virgin Mary must be a Lady, or she is not thought fit to be a Saint. as the Virgae Marry must be a Lady, or she is not Thought fit to be a Saint. c-acp dt n1 uh vmb vbi dt n1, cc pns31 vbz xx vvn j pc-acp vbi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 21
247 The simplicity and plainenesse of the Gospel, spoiles its intertainment with sensuall minds. The simplicity and plainness of the Gospel, spoils its entertainment with sensual minds. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz po31 n1 p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 21
248 And Antichrist by putting his Religion in so gorgeous clothes hath gained so much upon them, And Antichrist by putting his Religion in so gorgeous clothes hath gained so much upon them, np1 np1 p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp av j n2 vhz vvn av av-d p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 21
249 and stollen mens hearts thorough their eyes. and stolen men's hearts through their eyes. cc vvn ng2 n2 p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 21
250 God did once indeed comply with the grosse dulnesse of the Jewes, that he might winne them, God did once indeed comply with the gross dulness of the Jews, that he might win them, np1 vdd a-acp av vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 21
251 and because they could not goe further in Religion then they were led by the eyes, he gave them such a one as suited to them, and Because they could not go further in Religion then they were led by the eyes, he gave them such a one as suited to them, cc c-acp pns32 vmd xx vvi av-jc p-acp n1 cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2, pns31 vvd pno32 d dt crd c-acp vvn p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 21
252 and because it was so with them once, carnall men would have it so still. and Because it was so with them once, carnal men would have it so still. cc c-acp pn31 vbds av p-acp pno32 a-acp, j n2 vmd vhi pn31 av av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 21
253 These are the three sonnes of Anak with whom you have had so long to wrestle, These Are the three Sons of Anak with whom you have had so long to wrestle, d vbr dt crd n2 pp-f np1 p-acp ro-crq pn22 vhb vhn av av-j pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 21
254 and with whom you have to combate still, before you can bring our Israel to the desired Canaan. I may say againe, that it is no wonder that this worke in your hands goes so slowly on, and with whom you have to combat still, before you can bring our Israel to the desired Canaan. I may say again, that it is no wonder that this work in your hands Goes so slowly on, cc p-acp ro-crq pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi av, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi po12 np1 p-acp dt j-vvn np1. pns11 vmb vvi av, cst pn31 vbz dx n1 cst d n1 p-acp po22 n2 vvz av av-j a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
255 when three such Giants doe seeke to hinder it. when three such Giants do seek to hinder it. c-crq crd d n2 vdb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
256 You have to fight not with flesh and bloud, but with principalities and powers, with the strong holds of Satan in the hearts of men. You have to fight not with Flesh and blood, but with principalities and Powers, with the strong holds of Satan in the hearts of men. pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi xx p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
257 Oh that we could finde out some such powerfull forerunners to goe before you, as might cleare the way for your readier passage! O that we could find out Some such powerful forerunners to go before you, as might clear the Way for your Readier passage! uh cst pns12 vmd vvi av d d j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, c-acp vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 jc n1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
258 Where might we get so skilfull a Mustian as could calme these evill spirits that thus disturbe all? It is farre from my skill to advise you what to doe in these respects: Where might we get so skilful a Mustian as could Cam these evil spirits that thus disturb all? It is Far from my skill to Advice you what to do in these respects: q-crq vmd pns12 vvi av j dt np1 c-acp vmd vvi d j-jn n2 cst av vvi d? pn31 vbz av-j p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 q-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
259 But to you others that sit by, and are spectators how these Worthies labour under these opposals, this may shew what need you have to drive on the great and weighty workes that they have in hand with the earnestnesse of your prayers. But to you Others that fit by, and Are spectators how these Worthies labour under these opposals, this may show what need you have to drive on the great and weighty works that they have in hand with the earnestness of your Prayers. cc-acp p-acp pn22 n2-jn cst vvb p-acp, cc vbr n2 c-crq d n2-j vvb p-acp d n2, d vmb vvi r-crq vvb pn22 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j n2 cst pns32 vhb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
260 Their hands, like those of Moses, it is no wonder if they be weary with holding up so long in so great imployments, these must be the Aaron and Hur that must support them that they fall not quite. Their hands, like those of Moses, it is no wonder if they be weary with holding up so long in so great employments, these must be the Aaron and Hur that must support them that they fallen not quite. po32 n2, av-j d pp-f np1, pn31 vbz dx n1 cs pns32 vbb j p-acp vvg a-acp av av-j p-acp av j n2, d vmb vbi dt np1 cc zz cst vmb vvi pno32 cst pns32 vvb xx av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
261 Me thinke we may even see written in the very things that they are in managing, they are so weighty, what Paul inserts to so many of his Epistles, Brethren pray for us; And Brethren pray for them. Me think we may even see written in the very things that they Are in managing, they Are so weighty, what Paul inserts to so many of his Epistles, Brothers pray for us; And Brothers pray for them. pno11 vvb pns12 vmb av vvi vvn p-acp dt j n2 cst pns32 vbr p-acp n-vvg, pns32 vbr av j, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp av d pp-f po31 n2, n2 vvb p-acp pno12; cc n2 vvb p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
262 I will conclude all in the words of the Psalmist, Let my tongue cleave to the roofe of my mouth: I will conclude all in the words of the Psalmist, Let my tongue cleave to the roof of my Mouth: pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb po11 n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
263 nay, let me change the number, for I know you will joyne with me in the saying, Let our tongues cleave to the roofes of our mouthes: nay, let me change the number, for I know you will join with me in the saying, Let our tongues cleave to the roofs of our mouths: uh, vvb pno11 vvi dt n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n-vvg, vvb po12 n2 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
264 if we forget the Parliament in our best devotions. if we forget the Parliament in our best devotions. cs pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp po12 js n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
265 And so have I done with the first part that I named, the Person and his function that must doe the worke; And so have I done with the First part that I nam, the Person and his function that must do the work; cc av vhb pns11 vdn p-acp dt ord n1 cst pns11 vvd, dt n1 cc po31 n1 cst vmb vdi dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 22
266 now I come to the qualification of that person for that worke and for his function, He shall goe before him in the spirit and power of Elias. now I come to the qualification of that person for that work and for his function, He shall go before him in the Spirit and power of Elias. av pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1 cc p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 34 Page 23
267 We meete in this part with two severall parties, Elias and John, men exceedingly renowned in their generations, We meet in this part with two several parties, Elias and John, men exceedingly renowned in their generations, pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp crd j n2, np1 cc np1, n2 av-vvg vvn p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 23
268 and exceeding great reformers in their times. and exceeding great reformers in their times. cc av-vvg j n2 p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 23
269 Elias in the middle of the times of the Law, and John in the beginning of the times of the Gospel. Elias in the middle of the times of the Law, and John in the beginning of the times of the Gospel. np1 p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 23
270 We might deale with them as the Prophet Ezekiel doth with his two sticks with the names written upon them, Judah and Joseph: First, we might take in either hand one, We might deal with them as the Prophet Ezekielem does with his two sticks with the names written upon them, Judah and Joseph: First, we might take in either hand one, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 np1 vdz p-acp po31 crd n2 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp pno32, np1 cc np1: ord, pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 pi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 23
271 and treat of them severally, then might we take them both into one hand, and in our handling they might become one; and Treat of them severally, then might we take them both into one hand, and in our handling they might become one; cc vvi pp-f pno32 av-j, av vmd pns12 vvb pno32 d p-acp crd n1, cc p-acp po12 n-vvg pns32 vmd vvi pi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 23
272 but we will take up such things concerning them onely, as shall be most materiall to be considered, but we will take up such things Concerning them only, as shall be most material to be considered, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi a-acp d n2 vvg pno32 av-j, c-acp vmb vbi av-ds j-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 23
273 and most sutable to the present times. and most suitable to the present times. cc av-ds j p-acp dt j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 35 Page 23
274 And first, we may lay this position, and the text will warrant it, That Elias shall never come to live and continue upon earth againe. And First, we may lay this position, and the text will warrant it, That Elias shall never come to live and continue upon earth again. cc ord, pns12 vmb vvi d n1, cc dt n1 vmb vvi pn31, cst np1 vmb av-x vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 23
275 The Prophet Malachi indeed delivereth it in such termes as if he should come once againe. The Prophet Malachi indeed Delivereth it in such terms as if he should come once again. dt n1 np1 av vvz pn31 p-acp d n2 c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi a-acp av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 23
276 Behold, I will send you Eliah the Prophet: And the Septuagint have driven the naile to the head to make this sense the surer, Behold, I will send you Elijah the Prophet: And the septuagint have driven the nail to the head to make this sense the Surer, vvb, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 np1 dt n1: cc dt vvb vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 dt jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 23
277 for they have added, Behold, I send you Elias the Tishbite: for they have added, Behold, I send you Elias the Tishbite: c-acp pns32 vhb vvn, vvb, pns11 vvb pn22 np1 dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 23
278 yet the Angel Gabriel in the text doth tell us, that Elias himselfe is not to come in his owne soule, yet the Angel Gabriel in the text does tell us, that Elias himself is not to come in his own soul, av dt n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 vdz vvi pno12, cst np1 px31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 23
279 but another in his spirit, nor he in his owne person, but it was John Baptist was to come in his power. but Another in his Spirit, nor he in his own person, but it was John Baptist was to come in his power. cc-acp j-jn p-acp po31 n1, ccx pns31 p-acp po31 d n1, cc-acp pn31 vbds np1 np1 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 23
280 And so our Saviour, Matth. 11. 14. And if you will receive it, this is Elias which was to come: and Matth. 17. 12. Elias, saith he, is already come, which his Disciples doe truely understand of John the Baptist. The Jewes, And so our Saviour, Matthew 11. 14. And if you will receive it, this is Elias which was to come: and Matthew 17. 12. Elias, Says he, is already come, which his Disciples do truly understand of John the Baptist. The Jews, cc av po12 n1, np1 crd crd cc cs pn22 vmb vvi pn31, d vbz np1 r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi: cc np1 crd crd np1, vvz pns31, vbz av vvn, r-crq po31 n2 vdb av-j vvi pp-f np1 dt n1. dt np2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 23
281 as they do erroniously hold that the Messiah is not yet come, so doe they hold also that Elias shall personally come before his comming: as they do erroneously hold that the Messiah is not yet come, so do they hold also that Elias shall personally come before his coming: c-acp pns32 vdb av-j vvi cst dt np1 vbz xx av vvn, av vdb pns32 vvb av d np1 vmb av-j vvi p-acp po31 n-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
282 And it is no wonder that they erre that errour mistaking the meaning of Malachi, when so many Christians doe erre the same error with them, And it is no wonder that they err that error mistaking the meaning of Malachi, when so many Christians do err the same error with them, cc pn31 vbz dx n1 cst pns32 vvb cst n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq av d np1 vdb vvi dt d n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
283 though they have an exposition by an Angel, and by our Saviour upon that Prophecie. though they have an exposition by an Angel, and by our Saviour upon that Prophecy. cs pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
284 Jansenius, Maldonate, and others of the same nest, Jesuites and Papists, explaining these words that we have in hand, doe resolve, that they are more fitly to be applied to Elias his second comming which is yet to be, Jansenius, Maldonate, and Others of the same nest, Jesuits and Papists, explaining these words that we have in hand, do resolve, that they Are more fitly to be applied to Elias his second coming which is yet to be, np1, fw-it, cc n2-jn pp-f dt d n1, np2 cc njp2, vvg d n2 cst pns12 vhb p-acp n1, vdb vvi, cst pns32 vbr av-dc av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 po31 ord vvg r-crq vbz av pc-acp vbi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
285 then to his comming in the dayes of Ahab: and they glosse them thus, He shall goe before Christ at his first comming, in the spirit and power that Elias shall goe before him in at his second. then to his coming in the days of Ahab: and they gloss them thus, He shall go before christ At his First coming, in the Spirit and power that Elias shall go before him in At his second. av p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: cc pns32 n1 pno32 av, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 ord n-vvg, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp p-acp po31 ord. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
286 A glosse much like that senselesse one of the Sect in Epiphanius, upon these words in Gen. 1. 27. God created man in his owne image, whereon they seemed to hold, that the body of man was made after the Image of God, A gloss much like that senseless one of the Sect in Epiphanius, upon these words in Gen. 1. 27. God created man in his own image, whereon they seemed to hold, that the body of man was made After the Image of God, dt n1 av-d av-j cst j pi pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d n2 p-acp np1 crd crd np1 vvn n1 p-acp po31 d n1, c-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
287 and that Christs humane shape was the copy for the shape of Adam, whereas Adam was not made a man after the likenesse of Christ, and that Christ humane shape was the copy for the shape of Adam, whereas Adam was not made a man After the likeness of christ, cc cst npg1 j n1 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs np1 vbds xx vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
288 but Christ was made man after the likenesse of Adam. Even so is it with these expositors. but christ was made man After the likeness of Adam. Even so is it with these expositors. cc-acp np1 vbds vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. av av vbz pn31 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
289 They either make John Baptist his going before Christ, a patterne of Elias his doing the like, They either make John Baptist his going before christ, a pattern of Elias his doing the like, pns32 d vvi np1 np1 po31 vvg p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 vdg av av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
290 whereas Elias in the Prophet and in the text is a patterne of John: or else they make Elias who is to come (no one can tell when) the copy or paterne of the Baptist already come, which is more then ridiculous. whereas Elias in the Prophet and in the text is a pattern of John: or Else they make Elias who is to come (not one can tell when) the copy or pattern of the Baptist already come, which is more then ridiculous. cs np1 p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1: cc av pns32 vvb np1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi (xx pi vmb vvi c-crq) dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn, r-crq vbz av-dc cs j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
291 Nor is it so much to be wondred, that these men of corrupt judgements and minds, should erre this same errour with the Jewes, when we finde so many of the Fathers to have erred in the same opinion also, Nor is it so much to be wondered, that these men of corrupt Judgments and minds, should err this same error with the Jews, when we find so many of the Father's to have erred in the same opinion also, ccx vbz pn31 av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst d n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2, vmd vvi d d n1 p-acp dt np2, c-crq pns12 vvb av d pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt d n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
292 and to Elias they have added Enoch, and both these, they say, must come before the comming of Christ, and to Elias they have added Enoch, and both these, they say, must come before the coming of christ, cc pc-acp np1 pns32 vhb vvn np1, cc d d, pns32 vvb, vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
293 for these they hold to be the two witnesses in the 11. of the Revelation. for these they hold to be the two Witnesses in the 11. of the Revelation. p-acp d pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt crd n2 p-acp dt crd pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 36 Page 24
294 It is true indeed that some ones shall come in the spirit of Elias toward the end of the world, according to that description in the Revelation, but no expectation of Elias himselfe, It is true indeed that Some ones shall come in the Spirit of Elias towards the end of the world, according to that description in the Revelation, but no expectation of Elias himself, pn31 vbz j av cst d pi2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dx n1 pp-f np1 px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
295 nor no description of Enoch at all. nor no description of Enoch At all. ccx dx n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
296 The two witnesses in that place are plainely charactered and decyphered forth by the emblems of Moses & Elias. They have power to shut up Heaven that there be no raine, vers. 6. Here is apregnant intimation of Elias: &, They have power over the waters to turn them into bloud, there is as pregnant a one of Moses. These two men doe meete more then once mentioned together in the Scriptures. The two Witnesses in that place Are plainly charactered and deciphered forth by the emblems of Moses & Elias. They have power to shut up Heaven that there be no rain, vers. 6. Here is apregnant intimation of Elias: &, They have power over the waters to turn them into blood, there is as pregnant a one of Moses. These two men do meet more then once mentioned together in the Scriptures. dt crd n2 p-acp d n1 vbr av-j vvn cc vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1. pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 cst pc-acp vbi dx n1, fw-la. crd av vbz j n1 pp-f np1: cc, pns32 vhb n1 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, a-acp vbz p-acp j dt crd pp-f np1. d crd n2 vdb vvi av-dc cs a-acp vvd av p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
297 They are named together in the conclusion of the Prophets, Mal. 4. 4. Remember the Law of Moses my servant, and in v. 5. Behold I send you Elias the Prophet. They appeared together and attended our Saviour at his transfiguration, Matth. 17. 3. They are thought on together in that description of the two witnesses, They Are nam together in the conclusion of the prophets, Malachi 4. 4. remember the Law of Moses my servant, and in v. 5. Behold I send you Elias the Prophet. They appeared together and attended our Saviour At his transfiguration, Matthew 17. 3. They Are Thought on together in that description of the two Witnesses, pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd crd np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 po11 n1, cc p-acp n1 crd vvb pns11 vvb pn22 np1 dt n1. pns32 vvd av cc vvn po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd pns32 vbr vvn p-acp av p-acp d n1 pp-f dt crd n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
298 as they also agreed together in this, that the one was the giver of the Law at the first, as they also agreed together in this, that the one was the giver of the Law At the First, c-acp pns32 av vvd av p-acp d, cst dt pi vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ord, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
299 and the other the restorer of it when it was decaying: and the other the restorer of it when it was decaying: cc dt j-jn dt n1 pp-f pn31 c-crq pn31 vbds vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
300 the one was the great Prophet of the Jewes, the other the great Prophet of the Gentiles, as shall be touched anon. the one was the great Prophet of the Jews, the other the great Prophet of the Gentiles, as shall be touched anon. dt pi vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, dt j-jn dt j n1 pp-f dt n2-j, c-acp vmb vbi vvn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
301 When therefore the Jewes and the Gentiles shall be knit together into one Church upon the fulnesse of the one and the conversion of the other, When Therefore the Jews and the Gentiles shall be knit together into one Church upon the fullness of the one and the conversion of the other, c-crq av dt np2 cc dt n2-j vmb vbi vvn av p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd cc dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
302 then shall God raise up a powerfull Ministery to them both united, as in the spirit of Moses and Elias, (the time of their preaching is alluded to the time of our Saviours, three yeares and a halfe) and Antichrist shall rise up against them, and persecute some of them to the death. then shall God raise up a powerful Ministry to them both united, as in the Spirit of Moses and Elias, (the time of their preaching is alluded to the time of our Saviors, three Years and a half) and Antichrist shall rise up against them, and persecute Some of them to the death. av vmb np1 vvi a-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32 d vvn, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, (dt n1 pp-f po32 vvg vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1, crd n2 cc dt n-jn) cc np1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno32, cc vvi d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 37 Page 25
303 By the way as we goe, it is not immateriall to be observed, how things signifying and things signified doe often in Scripture beare one and the same name: By the Way as we go, it is not immaterial to be observed, how things signifying and things signified do often in Scripture bear one and the same name: p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns12 vvb, pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq n2 vvg cc n2 vvn vdb av p-acp n1 vvi crd cc dt d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 25
304 sometime the thing signifying is called by the same name of the thing signified. sometime the thing signifying is called by the same name of the thing signified. av dt n1 vvg vbz vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 26
305 As at the making of the first Covenant Exod. 24. 8. Moses sprinkled the bloud of the Covenant upon all the people, Heb. 9. 19. That is, upon the twelve Pillars, which he had set up to represent the people, vers. 4. as he had set up an Altar also to represent God: As At the making of the First Covenant Exod 24. 8. Moses sprinkled the blood of the Covenant upon all the people, Hebrew 9. 19. That is, upon the twelve Pillars, which he had Set up to represent the people, vers. 4. as he had Set up an Altar also to represent God: p-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1 np1 crd crd np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, np1 crd crd cst vbz, p-acp dt crd n2, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, fw-la. crd p-acp pns31 vhd vvn a-acp dt n1 av pc-acp vvi np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 26
306 For to besprinkle so many hundred thousands severally, it was impossible in so short a time as he imployed in that worke. For to besprinkle so many hundred thousands severally, it was impossible in so short a time as he employed in that work. c-acp pc-acp vvi av d crd crd av-j, pn31 vbds j p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 26
307 And so in the second Covenant in the bloud of Christ, the Bread and Wine that represent his body and bloud, are called by the very names of his body and bloud. And so in the second Covenant in the blood of christ, the Bred and Wine that represent his body and blood, Are called by the very names of his body and blood. cc av p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 cc n1 cst vvi po31 n1 cc n1, vbr vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 38 Page 26
308 Sometimes the thing signified is called by the name of the thing signifying, as Hos. 3. 5. Afterward shall the children of Israel returne, Sometime the thing signified is called by the name of the thing signifying, as Hos. 3. 5. Afterwards shall the children of Israel return, av dt n1 vvn vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg, c-acp np1 crd crd av vmb dt n2 pp-f np1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 26
309 and seeke the Lord their God and David their King, that is, Christ their King, which was signified by David: And so in the matter that we have in hand, the Prophet Malachi cals the Baptist Elias, because he was so neerely represented and typified by Elias. To them that hold that Elias shall personally come againe indeed, we may justly propose these two or three queres. and seek the Lord their God and David their King, that is, christ their King, which was signified by David: And so in the matter that we have in hand, the Prophet Malachi calls the Baptist Elias, Because he was so nearly represented and typified by Elias. To them that hold that Elias shall personally come again indeed, we may justly propose these two or three queres. cc vvi dt n1 po32 n1 cc np1 po32 n1, cst vbz, np1 po32 n1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1: cc av p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vhb p-acp n1, dt n1 np1 vvz dt n1 np1, c-acp pns31 vbds av av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp np1. p-acp pno32 cst vvb cst np1 vmb av-j vvi av av, pns12 vmb av-j vvi d crd cc crd fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 26
310 First, how shall a glorified bodie converse with bodies laden with corruption and mortality? Observe at the transfiguration of our Saviour, First, how shall a glorified body converse with bodies laden with corruption and mortality? Observe At the transfiguration of our Saviour, ord, q-crq vmb dt vvn n1 vvi p-acp n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1? vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 26
311 when the glorified bodies of Moses and Elias appeared to him, the Disciples were so uncapable and unfit for conversing with them, that some of them spake they knew not what. when the glorified bodies of Moses and Elias appeared to him, the Disciples were so uncapable and unfit for conversing with them, that Some of them spoke they knew not what. c-crq dt vvn n2 pp-f np1 cc np1 vvd p-acp pno31, dt n2 vbdr av j cc j p-acp vvg p-acp pno32, cst d pp-f pno32 vvd pns32 vvd xx r-crq. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 26
312 Consider the disproportion that is betweene Angels and men, if I may so call it, in regard of converse, the one spirits, the other bodies, Consider the disproportion that is between Angels and men, if I may so call it, in regard of converse, the one spirits, the other bodies, vvb dt n1 cst vbz p-acp n2 cc n2, cs pns11 vmb av vvi pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, dt crd n2, dt j-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 26
313 how can these two be familiar together, if an Angel take not on him a visible shape? There is not so much distance indeed betwixt bodies glorified and bodies mortall, how can these two be familiar together, if an Angel take not on him a visible shape? There is not so much distance indeed betwixt bodies glorified and bodies Mortal, q-crq vmb d crd vbb j-jn av, cs dt n1 vvb xx p-acp pno31 dt j n1? pc-acp vbz xx av av-d n1 av p-acp n2 vvn cc n2 j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 26
314 yet is there so much as is sufficient to spoyle the converse of each with other. yet is there so much as is sufficient to spoil the converse of each with other. av vbz a-acp av av-d c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d p-acp n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 39 Page 27
315 Secondly, What should Elias doe in his person here? If to preach: our Saviour hath told us, that if men would not hearken to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be perswaded though one rose from the dead: Secondly, What should Elias do in his person Here? If to preach: our Saviour hath told us, that if men would not harken to Moses and the prophets, they will not be persuaded though one rose from the dead: ord, q-crq vmd np1 vdb p-acp po31 n1 av? cs pc-acp vvi: po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12, cst cs n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp np1 cc dt n2, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn cs pi vvd p-acp dt j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 27
316 And may we not inferre? If men will not hearken to Moses, the Prophets, the Evangelists, and the Apostles; And may we not infer? If men will not harken to Moses, the prophets, the Evangelists, and the Apostles; cc vmb pns12 xx vvi? cs n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, dt n2, dt n2, cc dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 27
317 they will not beleeve though Elias came from heaven, To Preach the Gospel? If another then what was preached by Christ and his Apostles, then is he accursed though he be Elias. If the same: they will not believe though Elias Come from heaven, To Preach the Gospel? If Another then what was preached by christ and his Apostles, then is he accursed though he be Elias. If the same: pns32 vmb xx vvi cs np1 vvd p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1? cs n-jn av r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, av vbz pns31 vvn c-acp pns31 vbb np1. cs dt d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 27
318 why, that treasure is carried in earthen vessels, and not in vessells already glorified. To destroy Antichrist? This indeed is the common opinion: why, that treasure is carried in earthen vessels, and not in vessels already glorified. To destroy Antichrist? This indeed is the Common opinion: uh-crq, d n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n2, cc xx p-acp n2 av vvn. pc-acp vvi np1? d av vbz dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 27
319 but Paul hath told us that the Lord shall doe it with the Spirit of his mouth, but Paul hath told us that the Lord shall do it with the Spirit of his Mouth, p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12 d dt n1 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 27
320 and the brightnesse of his comming. and the brightness of his coming. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 27
321 Such questions as these might be proposed to that opinion, that is indeed of much like nature with this, Such questions as these might be proposed to that opinion, that is indeed of much like nature with this, d n2 c-acp d vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cst vbz av pp-f d j n1 p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 27
322 but of farre more strangenesse, namely that that would bring Christ from heaven againe, to live personally on earth a thousand yeares. but of Far more strangeness, namely that that would bring christ from heaven again, to live personally on earth a thousand Years. cc-acp pp-f av-j av-dc n1, av cst d vmd vvi np1 p-acp n1 av, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n1 dt crd n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 27
323 First, what should Christ that is in heaven, blessed for ever, doe a thousand yeares upon earth that is cursed? The very first lesson that God taught Adam after he had taught him the lesson of Christ, was this, that he should not expect Christs kingdome upon earth, First, what should christ that is in heaven, blessed for ever, do a thousand Years upon earth that is cursed? The very First Lesson that God taught Adam After he had taught him the Lesson of christ, was this, that he should not expect Christ Kingdom upon earth, ord, r-crq vmd np1 cst vbz p-acp n1, vvn p-acp av, vdb dt crd n2 p-acp n1 cst vbz vvn? dt av ord n1 cst np1 vvd np1 c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds d, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi npg1 n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 27
324 for that he cursed, Gen. 3. 17. Secondly, how strange and improbable is it to conceive, that Christ who in his humane frailty had a kingdome, which was called and was the Kingdome of Heaven, should now in his immortall glory come and possesse a kingdome on earth? An opinion according to the censure of Eusebius, raised upon the misconstruction of a place in the last booke of the New Testament, as this about Elias was of a place in the last booke of the old. for that he cursed, Gen. 3. 17. Secondly, how strange and improbable is it to conceive, that christ who in his humane frailty had a Kingdom, which was called and was the Kingdom of Heaven, should now in his immortal glory come and possess a Kingdom on earth? an opinion according to the censure of Eusebius, raised upon the misconstruction of a place in the last book of the New Testament, as this about Elias was of a place in the last book of the old. c-acp cst pns31 vvd, np1 crd crd ord, c-crq j cc j vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst np1 r-crq p-acp po31 j n1 vhd dt n1, r-crq vbds vvn cc vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, vmd av p-acp po31 j n1 vvn cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n1? dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp d p-acp np1 vbds pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
325 For thus speaketh he concerning Papias, the first father of this conceit: For thus speaks he Concerning Papias, the First father of this conceit: c-acp av vvz pns31 vvg np1, dt ord n1 pp-f d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
326 The same Author also, saith he, sheweth that other things came to him by unwritten tradition which containe certaine strange Parables of our Saviour and new doctrines of his, The same Author also, Says he, shows that other things Come to him by unwritten tradition which contain certain strange Parables of our Saviour and new doctrines of his, dt d n1 av, vvz pns31, vvz d j-jn n2 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp j n1 r-crq vvi j j n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc j n2 pp-f png31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
327 and some other things stuffed with legendary fables. and Some other things stuffed with legendary fables. cc d j-jn n2 vvn p-acp j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
328 Among which he averreth that the kingdome of Christ, after the resurrection of all flesh from the dead, shall continue and endure upon this earth, Among which he averreth that the Kingdom of christ, After the resurrection of all Flesh from the dead, shall continue and endure upon this earth, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cst dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j, vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
329 after a humane and bodily manner, for a thousand yeares: After a humane and bodily manner, for a thousand Years: p-acp dt j cc j n1, p-acp dt crd n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
330 Which opinions I beleeve that he did entertaine, because he misunderstood the Apostolicall interpretations, which were delivered by them under hidden figures, and obscure Parables. Which opinions I believe that he did entertain, Because he misunderstood the Apostolical interpretations, which were Delivered by them under hidden figures, and Obscure Parables. r-crq n2 pns11 vvb cst pns31 vdd vvi, c-acp pns31 vvd dt j n2, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp j-vvn n2, cc j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
331 For he was a man, as may be guessed by his writings of a very shallow wit. For he was a man, as may be guessed by his writings of a very shallow wit. p-acp pns31 vbds dt n1, c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2 pp-f dt j j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
332 Yet was he the Author of the like error to most Ecclesiasticall men, who cited this mans antiquity for the defence of their part: Yet was he the Author of the like error to most Ecclesiastical men, who cited this men antiquity for the defence of their part: av vbds pns31 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp ds j n2, r-crq vvd d ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
333 as Irenaeus, and whosoever else is of the same opinion with him. as Irnaeus, and whosoever Else is of the same opinion with him. c-acp np1, cc r-crq av vbz pp-f dt d n1 p-acp pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 40 Page 28
334 I will not censure nor condemne the opinion, but referre it to superiour examination, onely this I cannot but say of it, that I doe not remember that ever I heard or read of an opinion of so extreame and monstrous strangenesse, that in so short a time, hath gotten so great a beliefe and so large an entertainment, I will not censure nor condemn the opinion, but refer it to superior examination, only this I cannot but say of it, that I do not Remember that ever I herd or read of an opinion of so extreme and monstrous strangeness, that in so short a time, hath got so great a belief and so large an entertainment, pns11 vmb xx vvi ccx vvi dt n1, cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp j-jn n1, av-j d pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi pp-f pn31, cst pns11 vdb xx vvi cst av pns11 vvd cc vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f av j-jn cc j n1, cst p-acp av j dt n1, vhz vvn av j dt n1 cc av j dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 28
335 and neither tongue or pen hath stirred against it. and neither tongue or pen hath stirred against it. cc dx n1 cc n1 vhz vvn p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 28
336 It is our hope and prayer, that once you may have liberty and leisure from the great rent in the whole peece of the State to looke upon the rippings in the seames of the Church, that such opinions as this and others may be taken either by you or by your authority into examination, It is our hope and prayer, that once you may have liberty and leisure from the great rend in the Whole piece of the State to look upon the rippings in the seams of the Church, that such opinions as this and Others may be taken either by you or by your Authority into examination, pn31 vbz po12 n1 cc n1, cst c-acp pn22 vmb vhi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst d n2 c-acp d cc ng2-jn vmb vbi vvn av-d p-acp pn22 cc p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 28
337 before, like Joab and Abishai the sons of Zerviah, they grow too strong, and defie a tryall. before, like Joab and Abishai the Sons of Zeruiah, they grow too strong, and defy a trial. a-acp, av-j np1 cc np1 dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vvb av j, cc vvb dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 41 Page 28
338 The Spirit and power of Elias is held by some to meane but one and the same thing, his powerfull Spirit. So indeed sometime runneth the sense of the Hebrew stile. The Spirit and power of Elias is held by Some to mean but one and the same thing, his powerful Spirit. So indeed sometime Runneth the sense of the Hebrew style. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp crd cc dt d n1, po31 j n1. av av av vvz dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 29
339 As in that answer of our Saviour, Joh. 14. 6. I am the way, the truth, As in that answer of our Saviour, John 14. 6. I am the Way, the truth, p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1, np1 crd crd pns11 vbm dt n1, dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 29
340 and the life, the scope of the question that occasioned it seemeth to call it to such a sense, I am the true and the living way. and the life, the scope of the question that occasioned it seems to call it to such a sense, I am the true and the living Way. cc dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvn pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d dt n1, pns11 vbm dt j cc dt j-vvg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 42 Page 29
341 Others distinguish the meaning with the words, and by the Spirit of Elias understand patience and tolerancy of persecution, Others distinguish the meaning with the words, and by the Spirit of Elias understand patience and tolerancy of persecution, ng2-jn vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 29
342 and by the power, the prevalent and efficacious virtue of his ministration. and by the power, the prevalent and efficacious virtue of his ministration. cc p-acp dt n1, dt j cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 29
343 But we need not to goe farre for interpretations, when either the words are of no great difficulty, But we need not to go Far for interpretations, when either the words Are of no great difficulty, cc-acp pns12 vvb xx pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n2, c-crq d dt n2 vbr pp-f dx j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 29
344 or what they be of, will easily be explained by the Scripture it selfe. or what they be of, will Easily be explained by the Scripture it self. cc r-crq pns32 vbb pp-f, vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 43 Page 29
345 By Elias his Spirit then are we to understand, not his owne within him, but the Spirit of the Lord or of Prophecy upon him: By Elias his Spirit then Are we to understand, not his own within him, but the Spirit of the Lord or of Prophecy upon him: p-acp np1 po31 n1 av vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi, xx po31 d p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f n1 p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 29
346 And so his spirit is said to be upon John, as Moses his spirit was upon the Elders, and the spirit of the same Elias upon Elisha. And so his Spirit is said to be upon John, as Moses his Spirit was upon the Elders, and the Spirit of the same Elias upon Elisha. cc av po31 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, p-acp np1 po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt n2-jn, cc dt n1 pp-f dt d np1 p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 44 Page 29
347 By the power of Elias upon the Baptist, is not meant the power of miracles, for John wrought none, By the power of Elias upon the Baptist, is not meant the power of Miracles, for John wrought none, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vbz xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp np1 vvn pix, (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
348 wheras Elias did many, but his power of preaching for the conversion of many unto God. whereas Elias did many, but his power of preaching for the conversion of many unto God. cs np1 vdd d, cc-acp po31 n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
349 So that whereas the ancient Prophets of the Law, and among them Elias, had a double power of the Spirit upon them, To foretell things to come, and to worke miracles; So that whereas the ancient prophets of the Law, and among them Elias, had a double power of the Spirit upon them, To foretell things to come, and to work Miracles; av cst cs dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp pno32 np1, vhd dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
350 so had John the first Prophet of the Gospell, a double power, but of another nature and a better. so had John the First Prophet of the Gospel, a double power, but of Another nature and a better. av vhd np1 dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j-jn n1, cc-acp pp-f j-jn n1 cc dt jc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
351 He foretold not things to come, but he explained those that had him foretold; and he wrought not miracles upon bodies, but he was miraculously powerfull upon soules. He foretold not things to come, but he explained those that had him foretold; and he wrought not Miracles upon bodies, but he was miraculously powerful upon Souls. pns31 vvd xx n2 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pns31 vvd d cst vhd pno31 vvn; cc pns31 vvd xx n2 p-acp n2, cc-acp pns31 vbds av-j j p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 45 Page 29
352 Now, should we come to compare Elias & the Baptist ther we should finde them agree in many parallels: Now, should we come to compare Elias & the Baptist ther we should find them agree in many parallels: av, vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi np1 cc dt np1 zz pns12 vmd vvi pno32 vvi p-acp d n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 30
353 as that they both came in very corrupt times, that they both restored religion very much in that corruption, that they were both persecuted exceedingly for that restoring, Elias by Ahab and Jezabell, and John by Herod and Herodias; and divers other agreements, upon which not to insist, as that they both Come in very corrupt times, that they both restored Religion very much in that corruption, that they were both persecuted exceedingly for that restoring, Elias by Ahab and Jezebel, and John by Herod and Herodias; and diverse other agreements, upon which not to insist, c-acp cst pns32 d vvd p-acp av j n2, cst pns32 d vvd n1 av av-d p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vbdr d vvn av-vvg p-acp d j-vvg, np1 p-acp np1 cc np1, cc np1 p-acp np1 cc np1; cc j j-jn n2, p-acp r-crq xx pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 30
354 because they bee obvious to every eye, this collection may we take up from the words in hand, That Elias is a proper and pregnant patterne for Reformers. Because they be obvious to every eye, this collection may we take up from the words in hand, That Elias is a proper and pregnant pattern for Reformers. c-acp pns32 vbb j p-acp d n1, d n1 vmb pns12 vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, cst np1 vbz dt j cc j n1 p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 46 Page 30
355 As when Moses was making the Sanctuary and the appurtenances, God often cals upon him to make all things according to the patterne which was shewed him in the mount: As when Moses was making the Sanctuary and the appurtenances, God often calls upon him to make all things according to the pattern which was showed him in the mount: c-acp q-crq np1 vbds vvg dt n1 cc dt n2, np1 av vvz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 30
356 So in this like worke of yours which you have in hand can you platforme out a reformation by a better patterne then by Elias, since you will not doe it but by some patterne from the Mount? A man that in the text is a copy to John the Baptist in his reforming: So in this like work of yours which you have in hand can you platform out a Reformation by a better pattern then by Elias, since you will not do it but by Some pattern from the Mount? A man that in the text is a copy to John the Baptist in his reforming: av p-acp d j n1 pp-f png22 r-crq pn22 vhb p-acp n1 vmb pn22 n1 av dt n1 p-acp dt jc n1 cs p-acp np1, c-acp pn22 vmb xx vdi pn31 p-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1? dt n1 cst p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg: (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 30
357 And a man that in his owne time restored all things, as our Saviour saith of him, Mat. 17. 11. And fitly then may he be a patterne for these times of ours. And a man that in his own time restored all things, as our Saviour Says of him, Mathew 17. 11. And fitly then may he be a pattern for these times of ours. cc dt n1 cst p-acp po31 d n1 vvd d n2, p-acp po12 n1 vvz pp-f pno31, np1 crd crd cc av-j av vmb pns31 vbb dt n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f png12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 47 Page 30
358 He restored perishing religion, & the decaying law: he restored forgotten Prophecy, and as the Jews hold, forsaken Circumcision: He restored perishing Religion, & the decaying law: he restored forgotten Prophecy, and as the jews hold, forsaken Circumcision: pns31 vvd vvg n1, cc dt j-vvg n1: pns31 vvd vvn n1, cc p-acp dt np2 vvb, j-vvn n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 30
359 for of Circumcision doe they understand those words of Elias himselfe, They have forsaken thy Covenant, 1 King. for of Circumcision do they understand those words of Elias himself, They have forsaken thy Covenant, 1 King. c-acp pp-f n1 vdb pns32 vvi d n2 pp-f np1 px31, pns32 vhb vvn po21 n1, crd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 30
360 19. 14. And of Elias the restorer of Circumcision they misunderstand those words of the Prophet, The Angell or Messenger of the Covenant, Mal. 3. 1. 19. 14. And of Elias the restorer of Circumcision they misunderstand those words of the Prophet, The Angel or Messenger of the Covenant, Malachi 3. 1. crd crd cc pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vvi d n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 48 Page 30
361 But I stand not here as a Surgeon over his Anatomy, to reade unto you a Lecture of reforming, upon the Sceleton of Elias, it were beyond good manners, But I stand not Here as a Surgeon over his Anatomy, to read unto you a Lecture of reforming, upon the Skeleton of Elias, it were beyond good manners, cc-acp pns11 vvb xx av c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f vvg, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbdr p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 30
362 as it is beyond my skill: as it is beyond my skill: c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po11 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 31
363 Let me addresse my selfe to you that sit by and are spectators of these Worthies as they labour in their worke, in a word or two of application, Let me address my self to you that fit by and Are spectators of these Worthies as they labour in their work, in a word or two of application, vvb pno11 vvi po11 n1 p-acp pn22 cst vvb p-acp cc vbr n2 pp-f d n2-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc crd pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 31
364 and that according to the two words that are before us, the Spirit of Elias and his power. and that according to the two words that Are before us, the Spirit of Elias and his power. cc d vvg p-acp dt crd n2 cst vbr a-acp pno12, dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 49 Page 31
365 1. By the Spirit of Elias, I told you, is understood the Spirit of God that was upon him: 1. By the Spirit of Elias, I told you, is understood the Spirit of God that was upon him: crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vvd pn22, vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vbds p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 31
366 Now as the Apostle saith, x Cor. 12. 4. the Spirit was but one, but the gifts were diverse. Now as the Apostle Says, x Cor. 12. 4. the Spirit was but one, but the Gifts were diverse. av c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd crd dt n1 vbds cc-acp pi, cc-acp dt n2 vbdr j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 31
367 For looke in the fourth of the Acts, and the thirty first, it is said of the Apostles there, that when they had prayed the place was shaken and they were filled with the Holy Ghost. For look in the fourth of the Acts, and the thirty First, it is said of the Apostles there, that when they had prayed the place was shaken and they were filled with the Holy Ghost. p-acp vvi p-acp dt ord pp-f dt n2, cc dt crd ord, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n2 a-acp, cst c-crq pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 vbds vvn cc pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 31
368 And so they had beene some dayes before, namely on Pentecost day, Act. 2. 4. Now they having beene filled then, And so they had been Some days before, namely on Pentecost day, Act. 2. 4. Now they having been filled then, cc av pns32 vhd vbn d n2 a-acp, av p-acp np1 n1, n1 crd crd av pns32 vhg vbn vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 31
369 how can they be said to be filled againe? Why ▪ then with the gift of tongues, how can they be said to be filled again? Why ▪ then with the gift of tongues, q-crq vmb pns32 vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av? uh-crq ▪ av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 31
370 and now with the gift of holy boldnesse, for, for that it was they prayed, ver. 29. Among the diverse gifts then of the holy Spirit, that Elias had, this is not the last nor the least that made him renowned, His extraordinary zeale for the Lord of Hostes. and now with the gift of holy boldness, for, for that it was they prayed, ver. 29. Among the diverse Gifts then of the holy Spirit, that Elias had, this is not the last nor the least that made him renowned, His extraordinary zeal for the Lord of Hosts. cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp, c-acp cst pn31 vbds pns32 vvd, fw-la. crd p-acp dt j n2 av pp-f dt j n1, cst np1 vhd, d vbz xx dt ord ccx dt ds cst vvd pno31 vvn, po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 50 Page 31
371 So much expresseth he concerning himselfe, 1 King. 19. 10. 14. And so much seemeth our Saviour to aime at, in his answer to his two disciples that would have fire fetched from heaven, So much Expresses he Concerning himself, 1 King. 19. 10. 14. And so much seems our Saviour to aim At, in his answer to his two Disciples that would have fire fetched from heaven, av d vvz pns31 vvg px31, crd n1. crd crd crd cc av d vvz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 crd n2 cst vmd vhi n1 vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 31
372 as Elias had done, Ye know not, saith he, what manner of spirit ye are of, Luk. 9. 55. of a zeale beyond your warrant, as Elias had done, You know not, Says he, what manner of Spirit you Are of, Luk. 9. 55. of a zeal beyond your warrant, c-acp np1 vhd vdn, pn22 vvb xx, vvz pns31, r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pn22 vbr pp-f, np1 crd crd pp-f dt n1 p-acp po22 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 31
373 and you would be forward you know not how. and you would be forward you know not how. cc pn22 vmd vbi j pn22 vvb xx c-crq. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 31
374 The thing that you may take notice of from hence is this, That no true reformation can be expected which is not carried on with a spirit of zeale. The thing that you may take notice of from hence is this, That no true Reformation can be expected which is not carried on with a Spirit of zeal. dt n1 cst pn22 vmb vvi n1 pp-f p-acp av vbz d, cst dx j n1 vmb vbi vvn r-crq vbz xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 31
375 The workes of God must be wrought with his Spirit, & they that desire to forward his glory, must do it with a holy forwardnesse. The works of God must be wrought with his Spirit, & they that desire to forward his glory, must do it with a holy forwardness. dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc pns32 cst vvb p-acp av-j po31 n1, vmb vdi pn31 p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 31
376 It is the honour of Levi, Deut. 33. 9. that when he was about the imployment of the Lord, he was so zealous in it, that he forgot all civill relations, and said unto his father, It is the honour of Levi, Deuteronomy 33. 9. that when he was about the employment of the Lord, he was so zealous in it, that he forgotten all civil relations, and said unto his father, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd d c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vbds av j p-acp pn31, cst pns31 vvd d j n2, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 32
377 and to his mother, I have not seene him, neither did he acknowledge his brethren, nor knew his owne children. and to his mother, I have not seen him, neither did he acknowledge his brothers, nor knew his own children. cc p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vhb xx vvn pno31, dx vdd pns31 vvi po31 n2, ccx vvd po31 d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 32
378 And so our Saviour in the third of Marke, when his mother and kindred would have taken him off from preaching, And so our Saviour in the third of Mark, when his mother and kindred would have taken him off from preaching, cc av po12 n1 p-acp dt ord pp-f n1, c-crq po31 n1 cc n1 vmd vhi vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 32
379 for they said he will faint, or he is beside himselfe, be it whether it will, for they said he will faint, or he is beside himself, be it whither it will, c-acp pns32 vvd pns31 vmb vvi, cc pns31 vbz p-acp px31, vbb pn31 cs pn31 vmb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 32
380 for the originall word will beare both, he was so zealous in the worke in hand, that he would not owne them that came to hinder it. for the original word will bear both, he was so zealous in the work in hand, that he would not own them that Come to hinder it. p-acp dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi d, pns31 vbds av j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32 cst vvd pc-acp vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 32
381 For he answered, saying, Who is my mother, and who are my brethren? Marke 3. 33. For he answered, saying, Who is my mother, and who Are my brothers? Mark 3. 33. p-acp pns31 vvd, vvg, r-crq vbz po11 n1, cc q-crq vbr po11 n2? vvb crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 51 Page 32
382 2. The power of Elias in Reformation was exceeding much, and he did wondrous things in what he did, 2. The power of Elias in Reformation was exceeding much, and he did wondrous things in what he did, crd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vbds vvg d, cc pns31 vdd j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 32
383 but yet he left exceeding much undone, which he could not helpe, and abundance of corruption, which he could not remove. but yet he left exceeding much undone, which he could not help, and abundance of corruption, which he could not remove. cc-acp av pns31 vvd vvg d vvn, r-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi, cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vmd xx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 32
384 He tooke away Baalim, but he could not take away the golden Calves, he destroyed the Prophets of the one, He took away Baalim, but he could not take away the golden Calves, he destroyed the prophets of the one, pns31 vvd av fw-la, p-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi av dt j n2, pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt crd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 32
385 but he could not destroy the Prophets of the other. but he could not destroy the prophets of the other. cc-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 32
386 Foure hundred and fifty Prophets of Baal perished by his meanes at Carmel, and yet are there foure hundred false Prophets left that seduce Ahab to goe to Ramoth. Thus impossible is an utter extipation of all corruption out of a State and Church that is corrupt. Foure hundred and fifty prophets of Baal perished by his means At Mount carmel, and yet Are there foure hundred false prophets left that seduce Ahab to go to Ramoth. Thus impossible is an utter extipation of all corruption out of a State and Church that is corrupt. crd crd cc crd n2 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp np1, cc av vbr pc-acp crd crd j n2 vvd d vvi np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. av j vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1 av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 52 Page 32
387 Lay these two now together in the two scales of an unprejudicate judgement, and they will helpe very well to ballance and to poize a right your thoughts and censures concerning these Worthies that are toyling in our worke. Lay these two now together in the two scales of an unprejudicate judgement, and they will help very well to balance and to poize a right your thoughts and censures Concerning these Worthies that Are toiling in our work. vvd d crd av av p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f dt vvb n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi av av p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vvi dt n-jn po22 n2 cc n2 vvg d n2-jn cst vbr j-vvg p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 32
388 Some thinke they have beene too forward, others thinke they have beene too slow; some, that they have done too much, others that they have done too little; some think they have been too forward, Others think they have been too slow; Some, that they have done too much, Others that they have done too little; d vvb pns32 vhb vbn av av-j, n2-jn vvb pns32 vhb vbn av j; d, cst pns32 vhb vdn av av-d, n2-jn cst pns32 vhb vdn av j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 32
389 some complaine of too much zeale, and some of too little reformation. To the former may be answered, that Elias must be zealous if he will reforme; Some complain of too much zeal, and Some of too little Reformation. To the former may be answered, that Elias must be zealous if he will reform; d vvb pp-f av d n1, cc d pp-f av j n1. p-acp dt j vmb vbi vvn, cst np1 vmb vbi j cs pns31 vmb vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 33
390 to the latter, that Elias cannot utterly purge out all corruption though he be Elias; and to both together, that in stead of murmuring against them, it were farre fitter to be thankfull to God for them, to the latter, that Elias cannot utterly purge out all corruption though he be Elias; and to both together, that in stead of murmuring against them, it were Far fitter to be thankful to God for them, p-acp dt d, cst np1 vmbx av-j vvi av d n1 c-acp pns31 vbb np1; cc p-acp d av, cst p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pno32, pn31 vbdr av-j jc pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 33
391 for that he hath put so much zeale into their hearts, and so much reformation already into their hands, for that he hath put so much zeal into their hearts, and so much Reformation already into their hands, c-acp cst pns31 vhz vvn av d n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc av d n1 av p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 33
392 as that we see more already then we expected ever to have seene: as that we see more already then we expected ever to have seen: c-acp cst pns12 vvb av-dc av cs pns12 vvd av pc-acp vhi vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 33
393 The same Lord continue the same Spirit unto them, and increase the Power, that their hearts and their hands may hold up and grow strong, that we may see the salvation of the Lord exerted by them; The same Lord continue the same Spirit unto them, and increase the Power, that their hearts and their hands may hold up and grow strong, that we may see the salvation of the Lord exerted by them; dt d n1 vvi dt d n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvi dt n1, cst po32 n2 cc po32 n2 vmb vvi a-acp cc vvi j, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 33
394 for the reconciling of the disaffected, and the reducing of the disobedient. for the reconciling of the disaffected, and the reducing of the disobedient. c-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-vvn, cc dt vvg pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 33
395 And so I passe to the third part of the text, the worke of the Baptist, to turne the hearts of the fathers to the children, &c. The case was wofull when father and sonne had need of a reconciler to make them friends, And so I pass to the third part of the text, the work of the Baptist, to turn the hearts of the Father's to the children, etc. The case was woeful when father and son had need of a reconciler to make them Friends, cc av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, av dt n1 vbds j c-crq n1 cc n1 vhd n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 33
396 yet was it theirs then, and so is it ours now. yet was it theirs then, and so is it ours now. av vbds pn31 png32 av, cc av vbz pn31 png12 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 53 Page 33
397 It was a very hard taske surely to John the Baptist, to turne the hearts of the fathers to the children, It was a very hard task surely to John the Baptist, to turn the hearts of the Father's to the children, pn31 vbds dt j j n1 av-j p-acp np1 dt np1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 33
398 or to doe this worke, for I finde it a very hard taske and trouble to expositors to finde out and to resolve, who these fathers and children were. or to do this work, for I find it a very hard task and trouble to expositors to find out and to resolve, who these Father's and children were. cc pc-acp vdi d n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 dt j j n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi av cc pc-acp vvi, r-crq d n2 cc n2 vbdr. (3) sermon (DIV1) 54 Page 33
399 Some by the fathers understand the Jewes, and by the children, Christ and his Apostles, some by the Father's understand the Jews, and by the children, christ and his Apostles, d p-acp dt ng1 vvb dt np2, cc p-acp dt n2, np1 cc po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
400 as Luke 11. 19. and that John turned the hearts of the fathers to the children, as Lycia 11. 19. and that John turned the hearts of the Father's to the children, c-acp av crd crd cc d np1 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
401 when he brought the Jewes to imbrace their Doctrine; when he brought the Jews to embrace their Doctrine; c-crq pns31 vvd dt np2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
402 but how can the other part be made good with this glosse, that he turned the heart of Christ and his Apostles to the Jewes? but how can the other part be made good with this gloss, that he turned the heart of christ and his Apostles to the Jews? cc-acp q-crq vmb dt j-jn n1 vbi vvn j p-acp d n1, cst pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2 p-acp dt np2? (3) sermon (DIV1) 55 Page 33
403 Some render it thus, He shall turne the heart of the fathers to the Children by the right understanding of the Scriptures, some render it thus, He shall turn the heart of the Father's to the Children by the right understanding of the Scriptures, d vvb pn31 av, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
404 and the disobedient to the wisdome of the righteous by the obedience of faith. and the disobedient to the Wisdom of the righteous by the Obedience of faith. cc dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
405 An exposition that leaveth us as farre to seek who were the fathers and who the children, as we were before. an exposition that Leaveth us as Far to seek who were the Father's and who the children, as we were before. dt n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq vbdr dt n2 cc q-crq dt n2, c-acp pns12 vbdr a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 56 Page 34
406 Others therefore come nearer the letter, and expound it from the difference that was at that time in opinions among the Jewes, the father it may be a Pharisee, Others Therefore come nearer the Letter, and expound it from the difference that was At that time in opinions among the Jews, the father it may be a Pharisee, ng2-jn av vvb av-jc dt n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds p-acp d n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt np2, dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi dt np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 34
407 and one sonne a Sadducee, and another an Essaean, and John by bringing them all to the entertainment of the Gospel, extinguished that division which opinions had set betweene them. and one son a Sadducee, and Another an Essaean, and John by bringing them all to the entertainment of the Gospel, extinguished that division which opinions had Set between them. cc crd n1 dt np1, cc j-jn dt jp, cc np1 p-acp vvg pno32 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn d n1 r-crq n2 vhd vvn p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 34
408 It is true indeed that these three Sects were among the Jewes at the Baptists comming, the three Shepheards which were to be destroyed in one moneth, Zach. 11. 8. but for any such division in Sect betwixt father and sonnes, it is but a conjecture, It is true indeed that these three Sects were among the Jews At the Baptists coming, the three Shepherds which were to be destroyed in one Monn, Zach 11. 8. but for any such division in Sect betwixt father and Sons, it is but a conjecture, pn31 vbz j av cst d crd n2 vbdr p-acp dt np2 p-acp dt np1 vvg, dt crd n2 r-crq vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp crd n1, np1 crd crd p-acp p-acp d d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 cc n2, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 34
409 and it cannot be so certainly averred. and it cannot be so Certainly averred. cc pn31 vmbx vbi av av-j vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 57 Page 34
410 But furthest off of all other glosses, and the most improper, is that of Jansenius and others of his feather, which yet they hold to be the nearest and the properest of all, and that is this. But furthest off of all other Glosses, and the most improper, is that of Jansenius and Others of his feather, which yet they hold to be the nearest and the properest of all, and that is this. p-acp js p-acp pp-f d j-jn n2, cc dt av-ds j, vbz d pp-f np1 cc n2-jn pp-f po31 n1, r-crq av pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi dt js cc dt js pp-f d, cc d vbz d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 34
411 That John turned the hearts of the children to the fathers, when he brought the Jewes to whom he preached, That John turned the hearts of the children to the Father's, when he brought the Jews to whom he preached, cst np1 vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, c-crq pns31 vvd dt np2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 34
412 or those of his owne time, to imbrace the faith and doctrine of the Patriarchs that had beene before: or those of his own time, to embrace the faith and Doctrine of the Patriarchs that had been before: cc d pp-f po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 cst vhd vbn a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 34
413 and the hearts of the fathers to the children, when by reducing them thus to that faith, he occasioned that those holy men in Limbo did beginne to affect them, and the hearts of the Father's to the children, when by reducing them thus to that faith, he occasioned that those holy men in Limbo did begin to affect them, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, c-crq p-acp vvg pno32 av p-acp d n1, pns31 vvn cst d j n2 p-acp n1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 34
414 and take them to heart, which they had not done before. and take them to heart, which they had not done before. cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1, r-crq pns32 vhd xx vdn a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 34
415 I will not stand to examine or convince this exposition, for it is not worth the labour, you your selves have confuted it in thought I know as soone as heard it. I will not stand to examine or convince this exposition, for it is not worth the labour, you your selves have confuted it in Thought I know as soon as herd it. pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1, c-acp pn31 vbz xx j dt n1, pn22 po22 n2 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp n1 pns11 vvb a-acp av c-acp vvd pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 35
416 The most genuine and reall meaning of the words that we have in hand I conceive to be this. The most genuine and real meaning of the words that we have in hand I conceive to be this. dt av-ds j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 cst pns12 vhb p-acp n1 pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 35
417 That by the Fathers are to be understood the Jewes, and by the Children the Gentiles; That by the Father's Are to be understood the Jews, and by the Children the Gentiles; cst p-acp dt ng1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn dt np2, cc p-acp dt n2 dt n2-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 35
418 and by Johns turning each others heart unto others, his winning them both joyntly and unanimously, to the knowledge and profession of Christ and of the Gospel, and by Johns turning each Others heart unto Others, his winning them both jointly and unanimously, to the knowledge and profession of christ and of the Gospel, cc p-acp np1 vvg d ng1-jn n1 p-acp n2-jn, po31 vvg pno32 d av-j cc av-j, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 35
419 and by the tie of that to the joynt communion one with another. and by the tie of that to the joint communion one with Another. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt j n1 crd p-acp n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 35
420 And I am made confident and imboldened to entertaine this exposition as the very meaning of the place upon these reasons. And I am made confident and emboldened to entertain this exposition as the very meaning of the place upon these Reasons. cc pns11 vbm vvn j cc vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 58 Page 35
421 1. Because the Church of the Gentiles is stiled by the name of the children of the Jews, cōmonly and constantly in the Prophets: 1. Because the Church of the Gentiles is styled by the name of the children of the jews, commonly and constantly in the prophets: crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt np2, av-j cc av-j p-acp dt n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 35
422 as Esay 54. 13. All thy children shall be taught of the Lord, and 60. 4. Thy sonnes shall come from farre, as Isaiah 54. 13. All thy children shall be taught of the Lord, and 60. 4. Thy Sons shall come from Far, c-acp np1 crd crd av-d po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1, cc crd crd po21 n2 vmb vvi p-acp av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 35
423 and thy daughters shall be turned at thy sight, and 62. 5. As a young man marrieth a Virgin, and thy daughters shall be turned At thy sighed, and 62. 5. As a young man Marrieth a Virgae, cc po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1, cc crd crd p-acp dt j n1 vvz dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 35
424 so shall thy sonnes marry thee. And in very many other places. so shall thy Sons marry thee. And in very many other places. av vmb po21 n2 vvb pno21. cc p-acp av d j-jn n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 59 Page 35
425 2. Because it was a speciall and peculiar worke and office of the Gospel to unite and tie the Jew and Gentile into one: 2. Because it was a special and peculiar work and office of the Gospel to unite and tie the Jew and Gentile into one: crd p-acp pn31 vbds dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt np1 cc j p-acp pi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 35
426 so saith the Apostle, Ephes. 2. 14. Christ is our peace, who hath made both one, and the Gospel the meanes. so Says the Apostle, Ephesians 2. 14. christ is our peace, who hath made both one, and the Gospel the means. av vvz dt n1, np1 crd crd np1 vbz po12 n1, r-crq vhz vvn d crd, cc dt n1 dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 35
427 And then must it be the worke and office of the Baptist who began the Gospel. And then must it be the work and office of the Baptist who began the Gospel. cc av vmb pn31 vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvd dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 60 Page 35
428 3. Experience and the History it selfe confirmeth this our exposition; 3. Experience and the History it self confirmeth this our exposition; crd n1 cc dt n1 pn31 n1 vvz d po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 35
429 for as the Gospel in its owne nature and promulgation belonged to the Gentiles as well as the Jewes, and as John came for a witnesse that all through him might beleeve, the one Nation as well as the other, for as the Gospel in its own nature and Promulgation belonged to the Gentiles as well as the Jews, and as John Come for a witness that all through him might believe, the one nation as well as the other, c-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1 vvd p-acp dt n2-j c-acp av c-acp dt np2, cc p-acp np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 cst d p-acp pno31 vmd vvi, dt crd n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 35
430 so did he baptize and convert some of the one as well as the other, Romane Souldiers, so did he baptise and convert Some of the one as well as the other, Roman Soldiers, av vdd pns31 vvi cc vvi d pp-f dt crd c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn, jp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 35
431 as well as Jewish Pharisees, and make them both according to the phrase which Josephus useth of him, NONLATINALPHABET, to convent or knit together in his Baptisme. as well as Jewish Pharisees, and make them both according to the phrase which Josephus uses of him,, to convent or knit together in his Baptism. c-acp av c-acp jp np1, cc vvi pno32 d vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz pp-f pno31,, pc-acp vvi cc vvi av p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 61 Page 35
432 4. This exposition maketh John the more fully to resemble Elias, who was a Preacher and a Prophet to the Gentiles as well as to Israel, nay the first Prophet of the Gentiles. This our Saviour toucheth, Luke 4. 25. Many widowes were in Israel, in the dayes of Elias, but to none was he sent, saving to one in Sarepta a City of Zidon: 4. This exposition makes John the more Fully to resemble Elias, who was a Preacher and a Prophet to the Gentiles as well as to Israel, nay the First Prophet of the Gentiles. This our Saviour touches, Lycia 4. 25. Many Widows were in Israel, in the days of Elias, but to none was he sent, Saving to one in Sarepta a city of Sidon: crd d n1 vvz np1 dt av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n2-j c-acp av c-acp pc-acp np1, uh dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2-j. d po12 n1 vvz, av crd crd av-d n2 vbdr p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp p-acp pix vbds pns31 vvn, vvg p-acp crd p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 36
433 and the men of Nazareth though but plaine and rusticke simple men, yet did they quickly understand it of preaching to the Gentiles, which put them into an anger, and the men of Nazareth though but plain and rustic simple men, yet did they quickly understand it of preaching to the Gentiles, which put them into an anger, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 cs p-acp j cc j-jn j n2, av vdd pns32 av-j vvb pn31 a-acp vvg p-acp dt n2-j, r-crq vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 36
434 and our Saviour into a danger. and our Saviour into a danger. cc po12 n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 36
435 Nor can we thinke that the holy and zealous Prophet, residing in that Heathen City two or three yeares together, Nor can we think that the holy and zealous Prophet, residing in that Heathen city two or three Years together, ccx vmb pns12 vvi d dt j cc j n1, vvg p-acp d j-jn n1 crd cc crd n2 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 36
436 as appeareth by the text, would live there idlely and doing nothing, but that he preached there as well as he had done to Israel whilest he was among them, as appears by the text, would live there idly and doing nothing, but that he preached there as well as he had done to Israel whilst he was among them, c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi a-acp av-j cc vdg pi2, cc-acp cst pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp av c-acp pns31 vhd vdn p-acp np1 cs pns31 vbds p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 36
437 for he was every where jealous for the Lord of Hosts. for he was every where jealous for the Lord of Hosts. c-acp pns31 vbds d c-crq j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 36
438 I would this were but seriously thought on, in mens expounding the prophesie about the two witnesses in the Revelation, which we touched before. I would this were but seriously Thought on, in men's expounding the prophesy about the two Witnesses in the Revelation, which we touched before. pns11 vmd d vbdr cc-acp av-j vvd a-acp, p-acp ng2 vvg av vvb p-acp dt crd n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns12 vvd a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 36
439 For if they would but see Elias there which is so plainely emblemed and pictured out, For if they would but see Elias there which is so plainly emblemed and pictured out, p-acp cs pns32 vmd p-acp vvi np1 a-acp r-crq vbz av av-j vvn cc vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 36
440 and withall but consider that Elias was the first Prophet of the Gentiles, it would helpe to settle an interpretation to that place, which now hangs exceeding loose in diversity of opinions. and withal but Consider that Elias was the First Prophet of the Gentiles, it would help to settle an Interpretation to that place, which now hangs exceeding lose in diversity of opinions. cc av cc-acp vvb d np1 vbds dt ord n1 pp-f dt n2-j, pn31 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq av vvz vvg av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 62 Page 36
441 This being then the proper and onely meaning of the words in hand, that John by his preaching should turne the hearts of the Jewes to the Gentiles, and of the Gentiles to the Jewes; This being then the proper and only meaning of the words in hand, that John by his preaching should turn the hearts of the Jews to the Gentiles, and of the Gentiles to the Jews; d vbg av dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1, cst np1 p-acp po31 vvg vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f dt np2 p-acp dt n2-j, cc pp-f dt n2-j p-acp dt np2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 36
442 and by his Baptisme should as it were tie them up together; and by his Baptism should as it were tie them up together; cc p-acp po31 n1 vmd p-acp pn31 vbdr vvi pno32 a-acp av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 36
443 the observation or collection that we may take up from hence is this, That true Religion is the truest reconciler: the observation or collection that we may take up from hence is this, That true Religion is the Truest reconciler: dt n1 cc n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp av vbz d, cst j n1 vbz dt js n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 36
444 There is no peace-maker like the Gospel, but it is among them that are true professors of the Gospel. There is no peacemaker like the Gospel, but it is among them that Are true professors of the Gospel. pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-j dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vbr j n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 63 Page 36
445 Nor is there any breed-bate like the Gospel neither: Nor is there any breed-bate like the Gospel neither: ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 av-j dt n1 av-dx: (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 37
446 And so saith our Savioar, Suppose you that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell yee nay, And so Says our Saviour, Suppose you that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell ye nay, cc av vvz po12 n1, vvb pn22 cst pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1? pns11 vvb pn22 uh, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 37
447 but rather division, Luke 12. 51. which he speaketh out more plainely by another Evangelist: but rather division, Lycia 12. 51. which he speaks out more plainly by Another Evangelist: cc-acp av-c n1, av crd crd r-crq pns31 vvz av av-dc av-j p-acp j-jn np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 37
448 I came not to send peace, but a sword, Matth. 10. 34. But this is betweene the two seeds, betwixt whom God hath set enmity, I Come not to send peace, but a sword, Matthew 10. 34. But this is between the two seeds, betwixt whom God hath Set enmity, pns11 vvd xx pc-acp vvi n1, cc-acp dt n1, np1 crd crd p-acp d vbz p-acp dt crd n2, p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 37
449 and there can be no reconciliation, the seed of the Woman and the seed of the Serpent: and there can be no reconciliation, the seed of the Woman and the seed of the Serpent: cc pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 37
450 but to the children of the same father, God, and of the same mother, the Church, the Gospel is the sweet messenger of peace, and the sweete peace maker. but to the children of the same father, God, and of the same mother, the Church, the Gospel is the sweet Messenger of peace, and the sweet peace maker. cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d n1, np1, cc pp-f dt d n1, dt n1, dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 64 Page 37
451 A deadlier hate could not be betwixt man and man, then was of the Jew toward the Gentile. A deadlier hate could not be betwixt man and man, then was of the Jew towards the Gentile. dt jc n1 vmd xx vbi p-acp n1 cc n1, av vbds pp-f dt np1 p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 37
452 They reputed them as Dogs, and so our Saviour useth their common phrase, It is not good to take the childrens bread and give it to Dogs: They reputed them as Dogs, and so our Saviour uses their Common phrase, It is not good to take the Children's bred and give it to Dogs: pns32 vvn pno32 p-acp n2, cc av po12 n1 vvz po32 j n1, pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt ng2 n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 37
453 they reputed them as swine, and accordingly they render that verse of the eighteenth Psalme, the Boare out of the Wood doth waste it, they reputed them as Swine, and accordingly they render that verse of the eighteenth Psalm, the Boar out of the Wood does waste it, pns32 j-vvn pno32 p-acp n1, cc av-vvg pns32 vvi cst n1 pp-f dt ord n1, dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 vdz vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 37
454 and the wild beast of field doth devoure it: and the wild beast of field does devour it: cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 37
455 they abhorred their society, nay they abhorred the very mention of their conversion, Luke 4. 28. Act. 22. 22. And yet when true Religion commeth in, they abhorred their society, nay they abhorred the very mention of their conversion, Lycia 4. 28. Act. 22. 22. And yet when true Religion comes in, pns32 vvd po32 n1, uh-x pns32 vvd dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, av crd crd n1 crd crd cc av c-crq j n1 vvz p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 37
456 & seiseth both the Jew & Gentile, the hate is forgotten, the feud is gone, and the deadly enemies are the nearest friends. & seizeth both the Jew & Gentile, the hate is forgotten, the feud is gone, and the deadly enemies Are the nearest Friends. cc vvz d dt np1 cc j, dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn, cc dt j n2 vbr dt js n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 37
457 Much like as it is reported concerning Cairo in Egypt, that if the Plague rage never so much over night, that they die by thousands, Much like as it is reported Concerning Cairo in Egypt, that if the Plague rage never so much over night, that they die by thousands, av-d av-j c-acp pn31 vbz vvn vvg np1 p-acp np1, cst cs dt n1 n1 av-x av av-d p-acp n1, cst pns32 vvb p-acp crd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 37
458 yet if the River Nilus come flowing in the next day, the mortality is ceased, and there dieth not one: yet if the River Nilus come flowing in the next day, the mortality is ceased, and there Dieth not one: av cs dt n1 npg1 vvb vvg p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 vbz vvn, cc a-acp vvz xx crd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 37
459 Even so is it with Religion: Even so is it with Religion: av av vbz pn31 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 37
460 Be there never so much bitternesse and heartburning betwixt man and man, never so much contention and contestation betwixt neighbour and neighbour, if the power of Religion doe but once flow in and seise them both, the Plague is ceased, the malignity gone. Be there never so much bitterness and heartburning betwixt man and man, never so much contention and contestation betwixt neighbour and neighbour, if the power of Religion do but once flow in and seize them both, the Plague is ceased, the malignity gone. vbb a-acp av av av-d n1 cc j-vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, av-x av av-d n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vdb p-acp a-acp vvb p-acp cc vvi pno32 d, dt n1 vbz vvn, dt n1 vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 65 Page 38
461 This is that that cries downe the partition wals of all divisions: this is the great tie of mens affections, yea, it is the greatest; This is that that cries down the partition walls of all divisions: this is the great tie of men's affections, yea, it is the greatest; d vbz d cst vvz a-acp dt n1 n2 pp-f d n2: d vbz dt j n1 pp-f ng2 n2, uh, pn31 vbz dt js; (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 38
462 this is the matrimony of soules, making two men to be of one spirit, as the other doth a man and a woman to be one flesh. this is the matrimony of Souls, making two men to be of one Spirit, as the other does a man and a woman to be one Flesh. d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg crd n2 pc-acp vbi pp-f crd n1, c-acp dt n-jn vdz dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi crd n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 38
463 It is Christ which is the truest cause of making men offended, to be reconciled in a good sense, It is christ which is the Truest cause of making men offended, to be reconciled in a good sense, pn31 vbz np1 q-crq vbz dt js n1 pp-f vvg n2 vvn, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 38
464 as he was the occasion of Herods and Pilates being so in a bad. as he was the occasion of Herods and Pilate's being so in a bad. c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 cc np2 vbg av p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 38
465 With what spleene and rancour did Saul set for Damascus against the professors there? yet when Christ comes into him by the way, no greater friend then Paul to them when he comes neare them. For, With what spleen and rancour did Saul Set for Damascus against the professors there? yet when christ comes into him by the Way, no greater friend then Paul to them when he comes near them. For, p-acp r-crq n1 cc n1 vdd np1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 a-acp? av c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, av-dx jc n1 av np1 p-acp pno32 c-crq pns31 vvz av-j pno32. p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 66 Page 38
466 1. Religion is a speciall and soveraine meanes to calme, tame, and cicurate those exorbitant affections and extravagant humours that breed division and maintaine it. 1. Religion is a special and sovereign means to Cam, tame, and cicurate those exorbitant affections and extravagant humours that breed division and maintain it. crd n1 vbz dt j cc n-jn vvz pc-acp vvi, j, cc j d j n2 cc j n2 cst vvb n1 cc vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 38
467 The Prophet Esay describing the power of the Gospel in the Christian Church saith, that it shall bring the Wolfe to dwell with the Lambe, the Leopard to lie downe with the Kid, the Calfe and the young Lion to feed together, The Prophet Isaiah describing the power of the Gospel in the Christian Church Says, that it shall bring the Wolf to dwell with the Lamb, the Leopard to lie down with the Kid, the Calf and the young lion to feed together, dt n1 np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt njp n1 vvz, cst pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 38
468 and the Cow and the Beare to goe in company. and the Cow and the Bear to go in company. cc dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 38
469 His allusion is to the carriage of the beasts in the Arke of Noah: before they came in thither, the Lion was ravenous, His allusion is to the carriage of the beasts in the Ark of Noah: before they Come in thither, the lion was ravenous, po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp av, dt n1 vbds j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 38
470 and the Lambe his prey, the Leopard and the Beare devouring, and the Kid and the Calfe afraid to come neare them: and the Lamb his prey, the Leopard and the Bear devouring, and the Kid and the Calf afraid to come near them: cc dt n1 po31 n1, dt n1 cc dt n1 vvg, cc dt n1 cc dt n1 j pc-acp vvi av-j pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 38
471 but when they were come within the Arke, there was no such thing, all bloodinesse and rapine was laid aside, but when they were come within the Ark, there was no such thing, all bloodiness and rapine was laid aside, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbds dx d n1, d n1 cc n1 vbds vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 38
472 and the Lambe and Lion couch together, and the Lion now as harmelesse as the Lambe. and the Lamb and lion couch together, and the lion now as harmless as the Lamb. cc dt n1 cc n1 vvb av, cc dt n1 av p-acp j c-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 38
473 So is it in the Church, and so is it by the power of Religion: those humours and passions of men which before have beene bloudy, cruell, proud, selfewilled, dissentious, So is it in the Church, and so is it by the power of Religion: those humours and passion of men which before have been bloody, cruel, proud, selfewilled, dissentious, np1 vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1, cc av vbz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 r-crq a-acp vhb vbn j, j, j, j, j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 38
474 and rebellious, if once the powerfull operation of Religion get in among them, it quels these Rebels, quenches these firebrands, reduces these extravagants, and rebellious, if once the powerful operation of Religion get in among them, it quels these Rebels, quenches these firebrands, reduces these extravagants, cc j, cs a-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvb p-acp p-acp pno32, pn31 vvz d n2, vvz d n2, vvz d n2-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 39
475 and like the dispossessed in the Gospel, makes him to sit calmely and quietly, and in his right mind, whom none might come within the compasse of before without a danger. and like the dispossessed in the Gospel, makes him to fit calmly and quietly, and in his right mind, whom none might come within the compass of before without a danger. cc av-j dt vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi av-jn cc av-jn, cc p-acp po31 j-jn n1, ro-crq pix vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f a-acp p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 67 Page 39
476 2. Religion doth center mens affections in the center of unity God himself, and those things that concerne God, that they cannot separate: 2. Religion does centre men's affections in the centre of unity God himself, and those things that concern God, that they cannot separate: crd n1 vdz n1 ng2 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 px31, cc d n2 cst vvb np1, cst pns32 vmbx vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 39
477 It is an old saying, Quae conveniunt in uno tertio conveniunt inter se; Those things that agree in a third thing agree among themselves: It is an old saying, Quae conveniunt in Uno tertio conveniunt inter se; Those things that agree in a third thing agree among themselves: pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; d n2 cst vvb p-acp dt ord n1 vvi p-acp px32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 39
478 Then how many third things are there in which true Christians meete as lines in a Center, that must needs hold them together and make them agree? S. Paul hath reckoned them to our hands in the fourth to the Ephesians, the fourth, fifth, and sixth verses. Then how many third things Are there in which true Christians meet as lines in a Centre, that must needs hold them together and make them agree? S. Paul hath reckoned them to our hands in the fourth to the Ephesians, the fourth, fifth, and sixth Verses. av c-crq d ord n2 vbr a-acp p-acp r-crq j njpg2 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cst vmb av vvi pno32 av cc vvi pno32 vvi? np1 np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt ord p-acp dt np1, dt ord, ord, cc ord n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 39
479 They meet in one body, in one spirit, in one hope of their calling, in one Lord, one faith, one Baptisme, in one God and Father of all. They meet in one body, in one Spirit, in one hope of their calling, in one Lord, one faith, one Baptism, in one God and Father of all. pns32 vvb p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd n1, p-acp crd n1 pp-f po32 n-vvg, p-acp crd n1, crd n1, crd n1, p-acp crd n1 cc n1 pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 68 Page 39
480 3. Religion maketh conscience of living in division and giving offence; 3. Religion makes conscience of living in division and giving offence; crd n1 vvz n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1 cc vvg n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 39
481 It dares not offer its gift at the Altar, till it and the offended be reconciled. It dares not offer its gift At the Altar, till it and the offended be reconciled. pn31 vvz xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 cc dt vvn vbb vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 39
482 It dares not suffer the Sunne to goe downe upon its wrath, nor will eate that meate that shall offend a weake brother: It dares not suffer the Sun to go down upon its wrath, nor will eat that meat that shall offend a weak brother: pn31 vvz xx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1, ccx vmb vvi d n1 cst vmb vvi dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 39
483 And as the Father in another sense, accounts it as desperate to sleepe in malice, as to goe to bed in a den of lions. And as the Father in Another sense, accounts it as desperate to sleep in malice, as to go to Bed in a den of Lions. cc c-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vvz pn31 p-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 39
484 The use that we may make of this may be double, and briefly thus, because I know not your houres and occasions and I feare to offend. The use that we may make of this may be double, and briefly thus, Because I know not your hours and occasions and I Fear to offend. dt n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi pp-f d vmb vbi j-jn, cc av-j av, c-acp pns11 vvb xx po22 n2 cc n2 cc pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 69 Page 39
485 First, this may direct us very well in the choosing of a friend. First, this may Direct us very well in the choosing of a friend. ord, d vmb vvi pno12 av av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 40
486 Would we have one that shall be true to us? let us look out such a one as is true to God: Would we have one that shall be true to us? let us look out such a one as is true to God: vmd pns12 vhi crd cst vmb vbi j p-acp pno12? vvb pno12 vvi av d dt pi a-acp vbz j p-acp np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 40
487 Would we have one that shall be faithfull in our little things, in our affaires? let us seeke out such a one as is faithfull in the great thing, in Religion. Would we have one that shall be faithful in our little things, in our affairs? let us seek out such a one as is faithful in the great thing, in Religion. vmd pns12 vhi crd cst vmb vbi j p-acp po12 j n2, p-acp po12 n2? vvb pno12 vvi av d dt pi a-acp vbz j p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 40
488 As his Counsell was, to agree to Gregories Austen if he were humble, so be it our holy policy to tie to that man in friendship that is religious: As his Counsel was, to agree to Gregories Austen if he were humble, so be it our holy policy to tie to that man in friendship that is religious: p-acp po31 n1 vbds, pc-acp vvi p-acp npg1 np1 cs pns31 vbdr j, av vbb pn31 po12 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 cst vbz j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 40
489 and as Jehu to Jonadab, 2 King. 10. 15. If we light on a man whose heart is right towards the Lord as we desire a friends heart should be to us, let us fixe on that friend, and give him the hand. and as Jehu to Jonadab, 2 King. 10. 15. If we Light on a man whose heart is right towards the Lord as we desire a Friends heart should be to us, let us fix on that friend, and give him the hand. cc c-acp np1 p-acp np1, crd n1. crd crd cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n1 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns12 vvb dt ng1 n1 vmd vbi p-acp pno12, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp d n1, cc vvb pno31 dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 70 Page 40
490 Secondly, this also may shew us who cannot be our friend: Secondly, this also may show us who cannot be our friend: ord, d av vmb vvi pno12 r-crq vmbx vbi po12 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 40
491 and with whom it is impossible to have unity and amity, namely with the Church of Rome, which is cleane Antipodes to us in Religion. and with whom it is impossible to have unity and amity, namely with the Church of Rome, which is clean Antipodes to us in Religion. cc p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz j pc-acp vhi n1 cc n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz j n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 71 Page 40
492 Is there peace, Jehu? saith Joram to him. No, there is no peace, where whoredomes and witchcrafts are so many. Is there peace, Jehu? Says Jhoram to him. No, there is no peace, where whoredoms and witchcrafts Are so many. vbz pc-acp n1, np1? vvz np1 p-acp pno31. uh-dx, pc-acp vbz dx n1, c-crq n2 cc n2 vbr av d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 40
493 No communion can be betwixt Christ and Belial, or betwixt Religion and Idolatry: for so I conceive the word Belial signifieth throughout the Scripture. No communion can be betwixt christ and Belial, or betwixt Religion and Idolatry: for so I conceive the word Belial signifies throughout the Scripture. dx n1 vmb vbi p-acp np1 cc np1, cc p-acp n1 cc n1: p-acp av pns11 vvb dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 40
494 The enmity that God himselfe fixed at the very beginning betwixt the seed of the Serpent and the seed of the Woman, must continue unreconciled to the very end: The enmity that God himself fixed At the very beginning betwixt the seed of the Serpent and the seed of the Woman, must continue unreconciled to the very end: dt n1 cst np1 px31 vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi j p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 40
495 and as quos Deus conjunxit, whom God hath joyned together, no man whatsoever must put asunder; and as quos Deus conjunxit, whom God hath joined together, no man whatsoever must put asunder; cc c-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, r-crq np1 vhz vvn av, dx n1 r-crq vmb vvi av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 40
496 so what God hath parted and put asunder, no man must offer to joyne together: so what God hath parted and put asunder, no man must offer to join together: av q-crq np1 vhz vvn cc vvd av, dx n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 40
497 Who are the seed of the Woman and the seed of the Serpent, so plaine to be seene, Who Are the seed of the Woman and the seed of the Serpent, so plain to be seen, r-crq vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av j pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 40
498 as Christ and Antichrist? and he that will seeke to make conjunction of Rome and us, will marry light and darknesse, God and the Devill, Christ and Antichrist together, as christ and Antichrist? and he that will seek to make conjunction of Room and us, will marry Light and darkness, God and the devil, christ and Antichrist together, c-acp np1 cc np1? cc pns31 cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvb cc pno12, vmb vvi n1 cc n1, np1 cc dt n1, np1 cc np1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 40
499 and make a friendship betwixt those, betwixt whom God himselfe hath doomed an enmity while the world endureth. and make a friendship betwixt those, betwixt whom God himself hath doomed an enmity while the world Endureth. cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq np1 px31 vhz vvn dt n1 cs dt n1 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 72 Page 41
500 We blesse God that hath brought us out of her familiarity and friendship to be now her haters and hated of her: We bless God that hath brought us out of her familiarity and friendship to be now her haters and hated of her: pns12 vvb np1 cst vhz vvn pno12 av pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vbi av po31 n2 cc j-vvn pp-f pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 41
501 and we blesse the time when we first fell from the society and converse of Egypt, to be her enemies and at distance with her: and we bless the time when we First fell from the society and converse of Egypt, to be her enemies and At distance with her: cc pns12 vvb dt n1 c-crq pns12 ord vvd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi po31 n2 cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 41
502 And we blesse you and your endeavours, that strive so much and so constantly to keepe us cleare of re-ingagements. And we bless you and your endeavours, that strive so much and so constantly to keep us clear of re-ingagements. cc pns12 vvb pn22 cc po22 n2, cst vvb av av-d cc av av-j pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 41
503 And may the worke prosper in your hands, and you in the worke, to hold us still at our proper distance to the feed of the Serpent, And may the work prosper in your hands, and you in the work, to hold us still At our proper distance to the feed of the Serpent, cc vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp po22 n2, cc pn22 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 av p-acp po12 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 41
504 and to keepe us at enmity where God hath set it ▪ but for turning the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the reducing of the disobedient to the wisedome of the just, it is our prayer still and still, and to keep us At enmity where God hath Set it ▪ but for turning the hearts of the Father's to the children, and the reducing of the disobedient to the Wisdom of the just, it is our prayer still and still, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pn31 ▪ cc-acp p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, cc dt vvg pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, pn31 vbz po12 n1 av cc av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 41
505 as it was before, that you may have the power of Elias, or the Baptist, as you have the spirit: as it was before, that you may have the power of Elias, or the Baptist, as you have the Spirit: c-acp pn31 vbds a-acp, cst pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt np1, c-acp pn22 vhb dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 41
506 and so I come to the last part of the text, and the second part of Johns worke in his Ministration, To turne the disobedient to the wisdome of the just. and so I come to the last part of the text, and the second part of Johns work in his Ministration, To turn the disobedient to the Wisdom of the just. cc av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt ord n1 pp-f np1 vvb p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 73 Page 41
507 These words as they lie in our English Translation doe shew no great difficulties, but being examined in the Originall, they are not so very easie. These words as they lie in our English translation do show no great difficulties, but being examined in the Original, they Are not so very easy. d n2 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po12 np1 n1 vdb vvi dx j n2, cc-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt j-jn, pns32 vbr xx av av j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 41
508 A man scruple that appears in both, is this; A man scruple that appears in both, is this; dt n1 n1 cst vvz p-acp d, vbz d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 41
509 That the Angel undertaking to quote the Prophet should so far now decline from his text: That the Angel undertaking to quote the Prophet should so Far now decline from his text: cst dt n1 vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 vmd av av-j av vvi p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 41
510 In the former part that we have newly handled, he followeth him punctually and verbatim, He shall turne the hearts of the fathers to the children, so saith the Prophet, and so the Angel; In the former part that we have newly handled, he follows him punctually and verbatim, He shall turn the hearts of the Father's to the children, so Says the Prophet, and so the Angel; p-acp dt j n1 cst pns12 vhb av-j vvn, pns31 vvz pno31 av-j cc av, pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, av vvz dt n1, cc av dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 41
511 but now that he should have taken up the other part in these words, And the hearts of the children to the fathers, he changeth them into this clause, And the disobedient to the wisdome of the just. but now that he should have taken up the other part in these words, And the hearts of the children to the Father's, he changes them into this clause, And the disobedient to the Wisdom of the just. cc-acp av cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn a-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1, cc dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 41
512 But to this may be answered. 1. That the Angel is not so punctuall to cite the very letter of the Prophet as to give the sense. But to this may be answered. 1. That the Angel is not so punctual to Cite the very Letter of the Prophet as to give the sense. cc-acp p-acp d vmb vbi vvn. crd cst dt n1 vbz xx av j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
513 And so we may observe it to be usuall in the new Testament, in its allegations from the old. And so we may observe it to be usual in the new Testament, in its allegations from the old. cc av pns12 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j n1, p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
514 And that he giveth the same sense, or a true interpretation of the Prophet, we shall see as we goe. 2. It was not very long after the Baptizing and Preaching of John, that the Jews ceased to be a Church and Nation, And that he gives the same sense, or a true Interpretation of the Prophet, we shall see as we go. 2. It was not very long After the Baptizing and Preaching of John, that the jews ceased to be a Church and nation, cc cst pns31 vvz dt d n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi c-acp pns12 vvb. crd pn31 vbds xx av av-j p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f np1, cst dt np2 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
515 nay even in the time of him himselfe, they shewed themselves enemies to the Gospel, and to the Professors of the same, for the generall or greatest part of them; nay even in the time of him himself, they showed themselves enemies to the Gospel, and to the Professors of the same, for the general or greatest part of them; uh-x av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 px31, pns32 vvd px32 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d, c-acp dt n1 cc js n1 pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
516 therefore he saith not that the hearts of the children the Gentiles, should be turned to their fathers the Jewes, which should cease to be fathers and to be a people, Therefore he Says not that the hearts of the children the Gentiles, should be turned to their Father's the Jews, which should cease to be Father's and to be a people, av pns31 vvz xx d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 dt n2-j, vmd vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2 dt np2, r-crq vmd vvi pc-acp vbi n2 cc pc-acp vbi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
517 but to the wisedome of the just. but to the Wisdom of the just. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
518 And thus in the first part of his speech about turning the hearts of the fathers to the children, he intimateth the Jewes that should be reconciled and united to the Gentiles in imbracing the Gospel: And thus in the First part of his speech about turning the hearts of the Father's to the children, he intimateth the Jews that should be reconciled and united to the Gentiles in embracing the Gospel: cc av p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, pns31 vvz dt np2 cst vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2-j p-acp vvg dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
519 and in this latter, by omitting to call them Fathers, he giveth a touch of the hostility and evill minde that the others of the Jewes should beare both to it, and in this latter, by omitting to call them Father's, he gives a touch of the hostility and evil mind that the Others of the Jews should bear both to it, cc p-acp d d, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 n2, pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc j-jn n1 cst dt n2-jn pp-f dt np2 vmd vvi d p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
520 and to the Gentiles that imbraced it. and to the Gentiles that embraced it. cc p-acp dt n2-j cst vvd pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
521 And now that we see the reason and difference in the allegation, let us take up the words that thus differ, every one single, And now that we see the reason and difference in the allegation, let us take up the words that thus differ, every one single, cc av cst pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi a-acp dt n2 cst av vvi, d crd j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
522 and one after another as they lie in order; and would the time permit, every word would afford us matter profitably to insist upon, and one After Another as they lie in order; and would the time permit, every word would afford us matter profitably to insist upon, cc pi p-acp j-jn c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1; cc vmd dt n1 vvi, d n1 vmd vvi pno12 n1 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
523 but I will onely hint it as we goe along, for I feare to offend in transgressing the time. but I will only hint it as we go along, for I Fear to offend in transgressing the time. cc-acp pns11 vmb av-j n1 pn31 a-acp pns12 vvb a-acp, c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 74 Page 42
524 1. As in this clause he refuseth to use the terme of fathers, for the reason mentioned, 1. As in this clause he Refuseth to use the term of Father's, for the reason mentioned, crd p-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 42
525 so doth he also of the correlative children, because of his refusing of that. so does he also of the correlative children, Because of his refusing of that. av vdz pns31 av pp-f dt j n2, c-acp pp-f po31 n-vvg pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 42
526 And yet he coucheth the sense of that title under the word disobedient, which in its most proper and naturall signification reflecteth upon untowardly children disobedient to their parents. And yet he couches the sense of that title under the word disobedient, which in its most proper and natural signification reflecteth upon untowardly children disobedient to their Parents. cc av pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 j, r-crq p-acp po31 av-ds j cc j n1 vvz p-acp av-j n2 j p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 43
527 For though there be a disobedience to any Superiour whatsoever, as to Kings, Magistrates, Masters, For though there be a disobedience to any Superior whatsoever, as to Kings, Magistrates, Masters, p-acp cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp d j-jn r-crq, c-acp p-acp n2, n2, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 43
528 and the like, yet is the obedience of children to Parents the Originall from whence it receiveth denomination, and the like, yet is the Obedience of children to Parents the Original from whence it receives denomination, cc dt j, av vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n2 dt j-jn p-acp c-crq pn31 vvz n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 43
529 and that appeareth in that those Superiours are called Fathers. As therefore the Angel omitting to call the Jewes Fathers, insinuateth their opposition against the Gospel, and that appears in that those Superiors Are called Father's. As Therefore the Angel omitting to call the Jews Father's, insinuates their opposition against the Gospel, cc d vvz p-acp d d n2-jn vbr vvn n2. c-acp av dt n1 vvg pc-acp vvi dt np2 n2, vvz po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 43
530 so by terming the Gentiles Disobedient in stead of Children, he sheweth what they were before they imbraced it. so by terming the Gentiles Disobedient in stead of Children, he shows what they were before they embraced it. av p-acp vvg dt n2-j j p-acp n1 pp-f n2, pns31 vvz r-crq pns32 vbdr c-acp pns32 vvd pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 75 Page 43
531 The vulgar Latine in stead of Disobedient readeth Incredulous or unbeleeving: which though the Greek word doth sometime signifie, as might be evidenced in divers instances, The Vulgar Latin in stead of Disobedient readeth Incredulous or unbelieving: which though the Greek word does sometime signify, as might be evidenced in diverse instances, dt j jp p-acp n1 pp-f j vvz j cc vvg: r-crq c-acp dt jp n1 vdz av vvi, c-acp vmd vbi vvn p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 43
532 yet that it doth not so in this place may be collected from these considerations. yet that it does not so in this place may be collected from these considerations. av cst pn31 vdz xx av p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 43
533 First, that the speech is concerning children and fathers, as is apparent in the clause preceding, First, that the speech is Concerning children and Father's, as is apparent in the clause preceding, ord, cst dt n1 vbz vvg n2 cc n2, c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 43
534 and betweene them disobedience is a more proper terme and notion then Inoredulity. Secondly, that he saith not, He shall turne them to the faith, which were the most proper if he spake of the unbeleeving, and between them disobedience is a more proper term and notion then Inoredulity. Secondly, that he Says not, He shall turn them to the faith, which were the most proper if he spoke of the unbelieving, cc p-acp pno32 n1 vbz dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 av n1. ord, cst pns31 vvz xx, pns31 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbdr dt av-ds j cs pns31 vvd pp-f dt vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 43
535 but to the wisdom of the righteous. but to the Wisdom of the righteous. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 43
536 And thirdly, that the preaching of the Baptist, was more especially the doctrine of repentance as his Baptisme was the Baptisme of repentance, but the preaching of Christ was the doctrine of faith. And Thirdly, that the preaching of the Baptist, was more especially the Doctrine of Repentance as his Baptism was the Baptism of Repentance, but the preaching of christ was the Doctrine of faith. cc ord, cst dt vvg pp-f dt n1, vbds av-dc av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 43
537 Therefore John saith onely, Repent, Matth. 3. 2. but our Saviour, Repent and beleeve, Mar. 1. 15. Therefore John Says only, repent, Matthew 3. 2. but our Saviour, repent and believe, Mar. 1. 15. av np1 vvz av-j, vvb, np1 crd crd p-acp po12 n1, vvb cc vvi, np1 crd crd (3) sermon (DIV1) 76 Page 43
538 Now from this double signification of the Originall word, and indeed also from the proper cause of the Heathens disobedience, we might observe, that a chiefe and maine cause of disobedience is unbeliefe. Now from this double signification of the Original word, and indeed also from the proper cause of the heathens disobedience, we might observe, that a chief and main cause of disobedience is unbelief. av p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc av av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2-jn n1, pns12 vmd vvi, cst dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f n1 vbz n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 77 Page 43
539 It is a saying of the Jewes in their Talmud in the Treatise Maccoth, that all those sixe hundred and thirteene Commandements that God gave to Moses in Mount Sinai, are reduced to this one in the Prophet Habakkuk, The just by his faith shall live: It is a saying of the Jews in their Talmud in the Treatise Maccabees, that all those sixe hundred and thirteene commandments that God gave to Moses in Mount Sinai, Are reduced to this one in the Prophet Habakkuk, The just by his faith shall live: pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt np2 p-acp po32 np1 p-acp dt n1 np1, cst d d crd crd cc crd n2 cst np1 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp n1 np1, vbr vvn p-acp d pi p-acp dt n1 np1, dt j p-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 44
540 we may say something the like concerning sinnes; we may say something the like Concerning Sins; pns12 vmb vvi pi dt j vvg n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 44
541 that those hundreds and thousands of transgressions that are committed in the world, and all those various and numerous causes and occasions from whence they proceed, they may all in fine be traced and reduced to this one Originall, from unbeliefe. From whence is it that men doe violate the commands of the Law? because they will not beleeve the threatnings upon the violation. that those hundreds and thousands of transgressions that Are committed in the world, and all those various and numerous Causes and occasions from whence they proceed, they may all in fine be traced and reduced to this one Original, from unbelief. From whence is it that men do violate the commands of the Law? Because they will not believe the threatenings upon the violation. cst d crd cc crd pp-f n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc d d j cc j n2 cc n2 p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vmb av-d p-acp j vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d crd j-jn, p-acp n1. p-acp q-crq vbz pn31 d n2 vdb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1? c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n2-vvg p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 44
542 And whence is it, that men refuse the promises of the Gospel? because they will not beleeve the certainty and excellency of those promises. And whence is it, that men refuse the promises of the Gospel? Because they will not believe the certainty and excellency of those promises. cc q-crq vbz pn31, cst n2 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1? c-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 78 Page 44
543 2. The word Wisedome in this place doth signifie Religion, as it doth in divers other places of the Scripture, 2. The word Wisdom in this place does signify Religion, as it does in diverse other places of the Scripture, crd dt n1 n1 p-acp d n1 vdz vvi n1, c-acp pn31 vdz p-acp j j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 44
544 as Deut. 4. 6. Keepe therefore and doe the Statutes and commandements of the Lord, for this is your wisedome: that is, your Religion. as Deuteronomy 4. 6. Keep Therefore and do the Statutes and Commandments of the Lord, for this is your Wisdom: that is, your Religion. c-acp np1 crd crd vvb av cc vdb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d vbz po22 n1: cst vbz, po22 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 44
545 And so likewise, Psal. 111. 10. The feare of the Lord is the beginning of wisedome: And so likewise, Psalm 111. 10. The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom: cc av av, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 44
546 that is, the feare of the Lord is the entry into Religion. that is, the Fear of the Lord is the entry into Religion. cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 44
547 And so may we finde the word to signisie in divers passages in the Proverbs. And to this sense me thinkes Eliphaz scoffeth religious Job in the fourth of that booke and the sixth verse if it be looked into in the Originall. And so may we find the word to signify in diverse passages in the Proverbs. And to this sense me thinks Eliphaz scoffeth religious Job in the fourth of that book and the sixth verse if it be looked into in the Original. cc av vmb pns12 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvb p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n2. cc p-acp d n1 pno11 vvz np1 vvz j np1 p-acp dt ord pp-f d n1 cc dt ord n1 cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp p-acp dt j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 44
548 Halo jireatheca chislatheca, Is not thy feare or thy Religion become thy folly? Religion is the onely wisedome, and to be truly wise, is to be truly religious: Halo jireatheca chislatheca, Is not thy Fear or thy Religion become thy folly? Religion is the only Wisdom, and to be truly wise, is to be truly religious: np1 fw-mi fw-mi, vbz xx po21 n1 cc po21 n1 vvi po21 n1? n1 vbz dt j n1, cc pc-acp vbi av-j j, vbz pc-acp vbi av-j j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 79 Page 44
549 (which is the observation that we might take up upon this word) But, where or what, saith this miserable comforter, is this religious wisedome of thine become now? Thou hast beene thus and thus precise and devout, (which is the observation that we might take up upon this word) But, where or what, Says this miserable comforter, is this religious Wisdom of thine become now? Thou hast been thus and thus precise and devout, (r-crq vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp d n1) cc-acp, c-crq cc q-crq, vvz d j n1, vbz d j n1 pp-f png21 vvb av? pns21 vh2 vbn av cc av j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 45
550 thus and thus pious and religious, and what is now become of all this great devotion, thus and thus pious and religious, and what is now become of all this great devotion, av cc av j cc j, cc r-crq vbz av vvn pp-f d d j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 45
551 but a fearfull affliction? Is not now thy Religion become thy folly? but a fearful affliction? Is not now thy Religion become thy folly? cc-acp dt j n1? vbz xx av po21 n1 vvi po21 n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 80 Page 45
552 But there is yet a double scruple, and those no small ones neither, in this small clause or parcell of NONLATINALPHABET, To the wisedome. But there is yet a double scruple, and those no small ones neither, in this small clause or parcel of, To the Wisdom. p-acp pc-acp vbz av dt j-jn n1, cc d dx j pi2 d, p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f, p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 81 Page 45
553 First, it is something harsh to translate the Greeke word NONLATINALPHABET, in this place to signifie To: for though it doe sometimes signifie so, First, it is something harsh to translate the Greek word, in this place to signify To: for though it do sometime signify so, ord, pn31 vbz pi j pc-acp vvi dt jp n1, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp: c-acp cs pn31 vdb av vvi av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 45
554 as Commentaries quote certaine other places, to justifie that translation of it in this, yet 1. That is but rarely and but somewhat improperly wheresoever it is so used; as Commentaries quote certain other places, to justify that Translation of it in this, yet 1. That is but rarely and but somewhat improperly wheresoever it is so used; c-acp n2 vvb j j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d, av crd cst vbz cc-acp av-j cc p-acp av av-j c-crq pn31 vbz av vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 45
555 and 2. It cannot be imagined that if the Angel intended that very sense of To in this place, and 2. It cannot be imagined that if the Angel intended that very sense of To in this place, cc crd pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cst cs dt n1 vvd cst j n1 pp-f p-acp p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 45
556 as to say, To the wisedome, but that he would have used the word NONLATINALPHABET, which he used immediately before in the other clause, as to say, To the Wisdom, but that he would have used the word, which he used immediately before in the other clause, c-acp pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1, p-acp cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd av-j a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 45
557 and say, NONLATINALPHABET, as he had said, NONLATINALPHABET, and not have betaken himselfe to a construction of the preposition NONLATINALPHABET, harsh, scrupulous, and unusuall. and say,, as he had said,, and not have betaken himself to a construction of the preposition, harsh, scrupulous, and unusual. cc vvi,, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn,, cc xx vhi vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, j, j, cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 45
558 I conceive therfore that that little particle is to be taken here, in its most proper, genuine and generall sense, I conceive Therefore that that little particle is to be taken Here, in its most proper, genuine and general sense, pns11 vvb av cst d j n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av, p-acp po31 av-ds j, j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 45
559 and as it is used millions of times in Greeke, Authors to signifie In: and to be interpreted in the wisdome. And the wisedome of the righteous is not here to be held the terminus ad quem, or the ultimate end to which these disobedient Gentiles were to be converted; and as it is used millions of times in Greek, Authors to signify In: and to be interpreted in the Wisdom. And the Wisdom of the righteous is not Here to be held the terminus ad Whom, or the ultimate end to which these disobedient Gentiles were to be converted; cc c-acp pn31 vbz vvn crd pp-f n2 p-acp jp, n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp: cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz xx av pc-acp vbi vvn dt fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc dt j n1 p-acp r-crq d j np1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 45
560 but the medium per quod, the meanes or way through which they were to be converted to God. but the medium per quod, the means or Way through which they were to be converted to God. cc-acp dt fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n2 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 45
561 For let the two clauses of this speech of the Angel, or the parts of the worke of the Baptist be laid in Antithesis or opposition against another, For let the two clauses of this speech of the Angel, or the parts of the work of the Baptist be laid in Antithesis or opposition against Another, p-acp vvb dt crd n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
562 as naturally indeed they lie, the one aiming at the Jewes as the proper subject, as naturally indeed they lie, the one aiming At the Jews as the proper Subject, c-acp av-j av pns32 vvb, dt pi vvg p-acp dt np2 p-acp dt j n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
563 and the other at the Gentiles, the subject as proper, and then will it appeare very plainely, that two severall acts were to be performed by the Baptist as concerning the Jewes and their conversion. and the other At the Gentiles, the Subject as proper, and then will it appear very plainly, that two several acts were to be performed by the Baptist as Concerning the Jews and their conversion. cc dt n-jn p-acp dt n2-j, dt n-jn c-acp j, cc av vmb pn31 vvi av av-j, cst crd j n2 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt np1 p-acp vvg dt np2 cc po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
564 First, that he should turne their hearts or affections to God, as it is laid downe in the verse preceding; First, that he should turn their hearts or affections to God, as it is laid down in the verse preceding; ord, cst pns31 vmd vvi po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
565 He shall turne many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God. He shall turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God. pns31 vmb vvi d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
566 And secondly, that he should turne their hearts and affections also to the Gentiles, as it is in this, He shall turne the hearts of the fathers to the children. And secondly, that he should turn their hearts and affections also to the Gentiles, as it is in this, He shall turn the hearts of the Father's to the children. cc ord, cst pns31 vmd vvi po32 n2 cc n2 av p-acp dt n2-j, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d, pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
567 According therefore to this double worke of John upon the Jewes in that part of the Angels speech, must the like duplicity be looked for in this that concerneth the Gentiles, According Therefore to this double work of John upon the Jews in that part of the Angels speech, must the like duplicity be looked for in this that concerns the Gentiles, vvg av p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt np2 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, vmb dt j n1 vbi vvn p-acp p-acp d cst vvz dt n2-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
568 and to be understood though it be not expressed. and to be understood though it be not expressed. cc pc-acp vbi vvn cs pn31 vbb xx vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
569 For the Angel in this part purposely changeth his stile, and neither calleth the Gentiles children, but disobedient, because they generally were so before the comming of Christ, For the Angel in this part purposely changes his style, and neither calls the Gentiles children, but disobedient, Because they generally were so before the coming of christ, p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 av vvz po31 n1, cc av-dx vvz dt n2-j n2, p-acp j, c-acp pns32 av-j vbdr av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
570 nor the Jewes fathers, because they ceased to be so shortly after, as was touched before, nor the Jews Father's, Because they ceased to be so shortly After, as was touched before, ccx dt np2 n2, c-acp pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi av av-j a-acp, c-acp vbds vvn a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
571 nor mentioneth he the Gentiles turning to God, but includeth it, partly he had set that as the chiefest bent and worke of the Baptist, to turne men to God, nor mentioneth he the Gentiles turning to God, but includeth it, partly he had Set that as the chiefest bent and work of the Baptist, to turn men to God, ccx vvz pns31 dt np1 vvg p-acp np1, cc-acp vvz pn31, av pns31 vhd vvn d p-acp dt js-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
572 and partly he involveth it in this phrase, in the wisedome of the righteous. and partly he involveth it in this phrase, in the Wisdom of the righteous. cc av pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
573 So that this being the meaning of the Angel, as I doubt not but it is, it may afford us this Observation, That there can be no true conversion unto God, So that this being the meaning of the Angel, as I doubt not but it is, it may afford us this Observation, That there can be no true conversion unto God, av cst d vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns11 vvb xx p-acp pn31 vbz, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 d n1, cst a-acp vmb vbi dx j n1 p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
574 but in the true Religion, or in the wisedome of the just. but in the true Religion, or in the Wisdom of the just. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 82 Page 46
575 Secondly, the word NONLATINALPHABET, which commeth next unto our handling, will afford a twofold consideration. 1. That it is not without divine reason, that the hearts of the Gentiles are not said to be turned to the Jewes, Secondly, the word, which comes next unto our handling, will afford a twofold consideration. 1. That it is not without divine reason, that the hearts of the Gentiles Are not said to be turned to the Jews, ord, dt n1, r-crq vvz ord p-acp po12 n-vvg, vmb vvi dt j n1. crd cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp j-jn n1, cst dt n2 pp-f dt n2-j vbr xx vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt np2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 46
576 as on the contrary it was said of the Jews to the Gentiles, but that they should be turned in the wisedome of the righteous. as on the contrary it was said of the jews to the Gentiles, but that they should be turned in the Wisdom of the righteous. c-acp p-acp dt vvi pn31 vbds vvn pp-f dt np2 p-acp dt n2-j, cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
577 For the enmity and feud, detestation and aversenesse that was betwixt Jew and Gentile, and Gentile and Jew, proceeded not from the same cause and Originall. For the enmity and feud, detestation and averseness that was betwixt Jew and Gentile, and Gentile and Jew, proceeded not from the same cause and Original. p-acp dt n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 cst vbds p-acp np1 cc j, cc j cc np1, vvd xx p-acp dt d n1 cc j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
578 The Jew abhorred the Gentile not of ignorance, but of scorne and and jealousie, partly because they stood upon their owne priviledge of being the people of God, which the other were not, The Jew abhorred the Gentile not of ignorance, but of scorn and and jealousy, partly Because they stood upon their own privilege of being the people of God, which the other were not, dt np1 vvd dt j xx pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1 cc cc n1, av c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp po32 d n1 pp-f vbg dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq dt n-jn vbdr xx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
579 and partly because they were provoked with suspition, that the other might be the people of God when they should not be. and partly Because they were provoked with suspicion, that the other might be the people of God when they should not be. cc av c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cst dt n-jn vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f np1 c-crq pns32 vmd xx vbi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
580 And therefore when the reconciliation is to be wrought betweene them, it is said, that their hearts or affections should be turned to them, And Therefore when the reconciliation is to be wrought between them, it is said, that their hearts or affections should be turned to them, cc av c-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz vvn, cst po32 n2 cc n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
581 for they were pointblanke and diametrically against them before. for they were pointblank and diametrically against them before. c-acp pns32 vbdr av cc av-j p-acp pno32 p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
582 But the Gentile abhorred a Jew out of ignorance, because of his Religion, hating him as a man separate from, But the Gentile abhorred a Jew out of ignorance, Because of his Religion, hating him as a man separate from, p-acp dt j vvd dt np1 av pp-f n1, c-acp pp-f po31 n1, vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 vvi p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
583 and contrary to all the men in the world, accounting that to be but singular and senselesse superstition, which was indeed the divine command and wisedome, whereby he sequestred that people for his owne from all other people on the earth. and contrary to all the men in the world, accounting that to be but singular and senseless Superstition, which was indeed the divine command and Wisdom, whereby he sequestered that people for his own from all other people on the earth. cc j-jn p-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, vvg cst pc-acp vbi p-acp j cc j n1, r-crq vbds av dt j-jn n1 cc n1, c-crq pns31 vvn d n1 p-acp po31 d p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
584 So that a Gentile did not so much detest the person of a Jew for himselfe, So that a Gentile did not so much detest the person of a Jew for himself, av cst dt j vdd xx av av-d vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np1 p-acp px31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
585 as for his Religion and profession, which, ignorant as the Heathen were, they understood not what it meant. as for his Religion and profession, which, ignorant as the Heathen were, they understood not what it meant. c-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq, j c-acp dt j-jn vbdr, pns32 vvd xx r-crq pn31 vvd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
586 Therefore when the Gentiles must be brought to knit and to unite to the Jewes, it must be in the wisedome of the righteous, or in the imbracing of that Religion, which the righteous ones among the Jewes professed, Therefore when the Gentiles must be brought to knit and to unite to the Jews, it must be in the Wisdom of the righteous, or in the embracing of that Religion, which the righteous ones among the Jews professed, av c-crq dt n2-j vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np2, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1, r-crq dt j pi2 p-acp dt np2 vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
587 and which the Gentiles, till they knew and understood what it meant, accounted but vanity, singularity and folly. and which the Gentiles, till they knew and understood what it meant, accounted but vanity, singularity and folly. cc r-crq dt n2-j, c-acp pns32 vvd cc vvd r-crq pn31 vvd, vvn p-acp n1, n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 83 Page 47
588 2. It is remarkable that the Angel doth forsake the proper and common word used to signifie wisedome, which is NONLATINALPHABET. 2. It is remarkable that the Angel does forsake the proper and Common word used to signify Wisdom, which is. crd pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 vdz vvi dt j cc j n1 vvd pc-acp vvi n1, r-crq vbz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
589 and taketh up NONLATINALPHABET, which is of a something stricter and stranger use. and Takes up, which is of a something Stricter and stranger use. cc vvz a-acp, r-crq vbz pp-f dt pi jc cc jc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
590 And so doth the Syriack relinquish Hhechmetho its ordinary word that it useth for wisdom, and fixeth upon Jedhangro a word more singular, and of more peculiar importance. And so does the Syriac relinquish Hhechmetho its ordinary word that it uses for Wisdom, and fixeth upon Jedhangro a word more singular, and of more peculiar importance. cc av vdz dt np1 vvi np1 po31 j n1 cst pn31 vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz p-acp np1 dt n1 av-dc j, cc pp-f dc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
591 The Originall word then that we have in hand, doth not onely import the wisedome or Religion of the Jewes, The Original word then that we have in hand, does not only import the Wisdom or Religion of the Jews, dt j-jn n1 av cst pns12 vhb p-acp n1, vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt np2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
592 but also the Gentiles attaining to the knowledge, and apprehension of that Religion and wisedome with them. but also the Gentiles attaining to the knowledge, and apprehension of that Religion and Wisdom with them. cc-acp av dt np1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
593 Not onely the theory and practise of the Jewish Nation in their religious profession, but the Heathens reaching to the understanding of those mysteries in that Religion and profession, which they had accounted such vanity and senselesnesse before. Not only the theory and practice of the Jewish nation in their religious profession, but the heathens reaching to the understanding of those Mysteres in that Religion and profession, which they had accounted such vanity and senselessness before. xx av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt jp n1 p-acp po32 j n1, cc-acp dt n2-jn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn d n1 cc n1 a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
594 So that this word considerately looked into will afford us this collection: So that this word considerately looked into will afford us this collection: av cst d n1 av-j vvn p-acp vmb vvi pno12 d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
595 That it is not enough to imbrace the true Religion in outward profession, but we are to have understanding, That it is not enough to embrace the true Religion in outward profession, but we Are to have understanding, cst pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp j n1, cc-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vhi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
596 and to be acquainted with the doctrine and principles of that Religion. and to be acquainted with the Doctrine and principles of that Religion. cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
597 For the Heathen to turne to the wisedome of the righteous Jewes in an outside profession, For the Heathen to turn to the Wisdom of the righteous Jews in an outside profession, p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np2 p-acp dt n1-an n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
598 and an ignorant religiousnesse, was a poore conversion, as good as none, a worke unfit the paines of the Baptist; but their true turning, and an ignorant religiousness, was a poor conversion, as good as none, a work unfit the pains of the Baptist; but their true turning, cc dt j n1, vbds dt j n1, c-acp j c-acp pix, dt n1 j dt n2 pp-f dt n1; p-acp po32 j n-vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
599 and his powerfull worke is when they are brought to imbrace that Religion in the knowledge and understanding of the mysteries of it. and his powerful work is when they Are brought to embrace that Religion in the knowledge and understanding of the Mysteres of it. cc po31 j n1 vbz c-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
600 Ignorance was never the mother of any devotion but of a Romish devotion, which is as good or as bad as none. Ignorance was never the mother of any devotion but of a Romish devotion, which is as good or as bad as none. n1 vbds av-x dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc-acp pp-f dt jp n1, r-crq vbz a-acp j cc p-acp j c-acp pix. (3) sermon (DIV1) 84 Page 48
601 And lastly, there is some doubtfulnesse also in the last word NONLATINALPHABET, for it may be indifferently translated of righteous things, or of righteous men: But it is the more undoubted that persons and persons are rather here compared together then persons and things: And lastly, there is Some doubtfulness also in the last word, for it may be indifferently translated of righteous things, or of righteous men: But it is the more undoubted that Persons and Persons Are rather Here compared together then Persons and things: cc ord, pc-acp vbz d n1 av p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn pp-f j n2, cc pp-f j n2: p-acp pn31 vbz dt av-dc j cst n2 cc n2 vbr av-c av vvn av av n2 cc n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 49
602 in the former part of this work of the Baptist, there are fathers and children, in the former part of this work of the Baptist, there Are Father's and children, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vbr n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 49
603 and in this part it is most like that they are answered with persons againe, disobedient children and righteous fathers, and in this part it is most like that they Are answered with Persons again, disobedient children and righteous Father's, cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz av-ds j cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2 av, j n2 cc j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 49
604 and the meaning of the Angel to be this, that as the Jews the fathers in the imbracing of the Gospel, shall be turned to God, and the meaning of the Angel to be this, that as the jews thee Father's in the embracing of the Gospel, shall be turned to God, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi d, cst p-acp dt np2 pno32 n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 49
605 & reconciled to the Gentiles, so the Gentiles the children, in the wisdome of the righteous, & reconciled to the Gentiles, so the Gentiles the children, in the Wisdom of the righteous, cc vvn p-acp dt n2-j, av dt np1 dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 49
606 or in the imbracing and understanding of the Religion professed by the righteous ones that had bin & were among the Jewes, should be turned to God and in affection to the Jewes. or in the embracing and understanding of the Religion professed by the righteous ones that had been & were among the Jews, should be turned to God and in affection to the Jews. cc p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j pi2 cst vhd vbn cc vbdr p-acp dt np2, vmd vbi vvn p-acp np1 cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt np2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 49
607 And hereupon might we take up this observation, that the faith of the holy Jewes under the Law, And hereupon might we take up this observation, that the faith of the holy Jews under the Law, cc av vmd pns12 vvb a-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt j np2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 49
608 and of the holy Gentiles under the Gospel, was one and the same: and of the holy Gentiles under the Gospel, was one and the same: cc pp-f dt j n2-j p-acp dt n1, vbds crd cc dt d: (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 49
609 They that went before Christ in the one, and they that followed Christ in the other, did both cry Hosanna to the Sonne of David, did both obtaine salvation, by the same Saviour and by the same way. They that went before christ in the one, and they that followed christ in the other, did both cry Hosanna to the Son of David, did both obtain salvation, by the same Saviour and by the same Way. pns32 cst vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt pi, cc pns32 cst vvd np1 p-acp dt n-jn, vdd av-d vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vdd av-d vvi n1, p-acp dt d n1 cc p-acp dt d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 85 Page 49
610 And so have I gone with the words as farre as I dare be bold upon the time, your patience and occasions: And so have I gone with the words as Far as I Dare be bold upon the time, your patience and occasions: cc av vhb pns11 vvn p-acp dt n2 a-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vvb vbb j p-acp dt n1, po22 n1 cc n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 49
611 I will but put this last clause together which I have thus taken peece-meale, and laid asunder, and so have I done. I will but put this last clause together which I have thus taken piecemeal, and laid asunder, and so have I done. pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi d ord n1 av r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn av, cc vvd av, cc av vhb pns11 vdn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 49
612 The disobedient to the wisedome of the righteous ▪ the Heathen to the knowledge of the true Religion: The disobedient to the Wisdom of the righteous ▪ the Heathen to the knowledge of the true Religion: dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j ▪ dt j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 49
613 Me thinkes in these words we may behold the condition of this Land as it hath beene in ancient times, Me thinks in these words we may behold the condition of this Land as it hath been in ancient times, pno11 vvz p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 c-acp pn31 vhz vbn p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 49
614 and as it is in these of ours. We were once Loammi, no people of the Lords, and utter aliens from his congregation: and as it is in these of ours. We were once Loammi, no people of the lords, and utter aliens from his congregation: cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d pp-f png12. pns12 vbdr a-acp np1, dx n1 pp-f dt n2, cc vvi n2-jn p-acp po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 49
615 we sate, and that not very long agoe, in darknesse and in the shadow of death, we sat, and that not very long ago, in darkness and in the shadow of death, pns12 vvd, cc cst xx av av-j av, p-acp n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 49
616 and it is no wonder if we might be called Disobedient: But God who is good to all, and it is no wonder if we might be called Disobedient: But God who is good to all, cc pn31 vbz dx n1 cs pns12 vmd vbi vvn j: p-acp np1 r-crq vbz j p-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 49
617 and whose tender mercies are over all his workes, hath come in unto us and shone upon us. and whose tender Mercies Are over all his works, hath come in unto us and shone upon us. cc r-crq j n2 vbr p-acp d po31 n2, vhz vvn p-acp p-acp pno12 cc vvd p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
618 He hath discharged us of the name of Heathens, oh that we could discharge ourselves of the title of Disobedient! he hath brought us into the wisedome of the righteous, unto the knowledge of the Gospel, He hath discharged us of the name of heathens, o that we could discharge ourselves of the title of Disobedient! he hath brought us into the Wisdom of the righteous, unto the knowledge of the Gospel, pns31 vhz vvn pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, uh cst pns12 vmd vvi px12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j! pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
619 and of salvation, oh that we could drive on through that to God! He hath made us more Israel then Israel it selfe, and of salvation, o that we could drive on through that to God! He hath made us more Israel then Israel it self, cc pp-f n1, uh cst pns12 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp d p-acp np1 pns31 vhz vvn pno12 n1 np1 av np1 pn31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
620 and whereas we were once the furthest off of any Nation from this wisedome, he hath brought this wisedome to us, to no Nation nearer. and whereas we were once the furthest off of any nation from this Wisdom, he hath brought this Wisdom to us, to no nation nearer. cc cs pns12 vbdr a-acp dt js vvn pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1, pns31 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp dx n1 av-jc. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
621 Now what thankfulnesse doth so great a mercy call for, for its bestowing? and what prayers for its continuance? Blessed be the Lord God of Israel which thus hath visited his people with his Gospel, Now what thankfulness does so great a mercy call for, for its bestowing? and what Prayers for its Continuance? Blessed be the Lord God of Israel which thus hath visited his people with his Gospel, av q-crq n1 vdz av j dt n1 vvb p-acp, p-acp po31 n-vvg? cc q-crq n2 p-acp po31 n1? j-vvn vbb dt n1 np1 pp-f np1 r-crq av vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
622 and redeemed them out of the darknesse of superstition. and redeemed them out of the darkness of Superstition. cc vvd pno32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
623 And the blessing of the God of Israel be still upon his own gift, that it may continue and still flourish among us: And the blessing of the God of Israel be still upon his own gift, that it may continue and still flourish among us: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbi av p-acp po31 d n1, cst pn31 vmb vvi cc av vvb p-acp pno12: (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
624 Let not the Candle which he himselfe hath lighted be ever put out: Let not the Candle which he himself hath lighted be ever put out: vvb xx dt n1 r-crq pns31 px31 vhz vvn vbb av vvn av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
625 Nor let the Candlesticke which he himselfe hath placed, be ever moved out of its place: Nor let the Candlestick which he himself hath placed, be ever moved out of its place: ccx vvb dt n1 r-crq pns31 px31 vhz vvn, vbb av vvn av pp-f po31 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
626 Let scattered Popery never cloud us againe, nor superstition overwhelme us. Let scattered Popery never cloud us again, nor Superstition overwhelm us. vvb vvn n1 av-x vvi pno12 av, ccx n1 vvb pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
627 Let Religion and the Gospel be in all our borders, and peace and truth in all our times. Let Religion and the Gospel be in all our borders, and peace and truth in all our times. vvb n1 cc dt n1 vbb p-acp d po12 n2, cc n1 cc n1 p-acp d po12 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50
628 And to these our prayses, and to these our prayers let all the people say Amen. Amen and Amen. FINIS. And to these our praises, and to these our Prayers let all the people say Amen. Amen and Amen. FINIS. cc p-acp d po12 n2, cc p-acp d po12 n2 vvb d dt n1 vvb uh-n. uh-n cc uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 86 Page 50

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7 0 Mat. 10. 36. Mathew 10. 36. np1 crd crd
13 0 Antonio di Guevarra in Rel•x de los princip. lib. 1. cap. 2. Antonio Die Guevarra in Rel•x de los Princip. lib. 1. cap. 2. np1 zz np1 p-acp np1 fw-fr fw-la n1. n1. crd n1. crd
42 0 The Apocrypha injurious to the two Testaments. The Apocrypha injurious to the two Testaments. dt fw-la j p-acp dt crd n2.
42 1 1 King. 6. 27. 1 King. 6. 27. crd n1. crd crd
43 0 How the Apocrypha came into request. How the Apocrypha Come into request. c-crq dt fw-la vvd p-acp n1.
50 0 How it continued. How it continued. c-crq pn31 vvd.
60 0 Vid. R. Sol. & R. Menal. in lo. Vid. R. Sol. & R. Menal. in lo. np1 np1 np1 cc np1 np1 p-acp uh.
68 0 1 King. 7. 21. 1 King. 7. 21. crd n1. crd crd
94 0 Luk. 10. 1. Luk. 10. 1. np1 crd crd
101 0 The Ministry of Iohn the beginning of the Gospell. The Ministry of John the beginning of the Gospel. dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1.
111 0 The Ministery of Iohn, of two parts. The Ministry of John, of two parts. dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f crd n2.
117 0 Baptisme used under the law. Baptism used under the law. n1 vvn p-acp dt n1.
120 0 Ab. Ezr. in Gen. 35. Ab. Ezra in Gen. 35. np1 np1 p-acp np1 crd
121 0 Tom. 1. p. 317. Asure blah. perek 13. Tom. 1. p. 317. Assure blah. Perek 13. np1 crd n1 crd vvb n1. vvb crd
121 1 1 King. 5. 15. 16. 1 King. 5. 15. 16. crd n1. crd crd crd
123 0 49 / 8 Vid. R. Sol. •arch in Ex. 24. 49 / 8 Vid. R. Sol. •arch in Ex. 24. crd / crd np1 np1 np1 vvi p-acp np1 crd
137 0 Observ. Observation np1
157 0 Jews corruption in manner. jews corruption in manner. np2 n1 p-acp n1.
163 0 Talm. Sanh. pag. 97. Talmud Sanhedrin. page. 97. np1 np1. n1. crd
165 0 R. Dav. Kimek on Isay 59. R. David Kimek on Saiah 59. np1 np1 vvi p-acp np1 crd
174 0 Iews vehement addiction to their traditions and legall rites. Iews vehement addiction to their traditions and Legal Rites. np2 av-j n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc j n2.
183 0 2 King. 5. 11. 2 King. 5. 11. crd n1. crd crd
183 1 Jewes misconceit concerning the Messias. Jews misconceit Concerning the Messias. np2 n1 vvg dt np1.
188 0 Esay 53. 2. Isaiah 53. 2. np1 crd crd
189 0 Zech. 9 9. Zechariah 9 9. np1 crd crd
191 0 John 7. 42. John 7. 42. np1 crd crd
192 0 Acts 13. 27. Acts 13. 27. n2 crd crd
198 0 Dan. 9 26. Dan. 9 26. np1 crd crd
212 0 Jer. •1. 9. Jer. •1. 9. np1 n1. crd
218 0 Matth. 5. 29. 30. Matthew 5. 29. 30. np1 crd crd crd
221 0 Judg. 9. 9. Judges 9. 9. np1 crd crd
228 0 Judg. 12. 6. Judges 12. 6. np1 crd crd
267 0 The second part. The second part. dt ord n1.
270 0 Ezek. 37. 19. Ezekiel 37. 19. np1 crd crd
274 0 Observ. Observation np1
280 0 De Elia praeterito vid. R. Lev. Gersh in 1 Reg. 27. De vent. vid. R. Dav. Kimeh. in Mal. 4. De Elia praeterito vid. R. Lev. Gersh in 1 Reg. 27. De vent. vid. R. David Kimeh. in Malachi 4. fw-fr np1 fw-la fw-fr. np1 np1 n2 p-acp crd np1 crd fw-fr n1. fw-fr. np1 np1 np1. p-acp np1 crd
285 0 Sic etiam Bed• in l•o & Amb. Epiph. &c. Haeres 70. Sic etiam Bed• in l•o & Ambassadors Epiphany etc. Haeres 70. fw-la fw-la np1 p-acp av cc np1 np1 av fw-la crd
291 0 Vid. Cornel. à Lapide in Apoc. 11. 3. Aleazer, ibid. Vid. Cornelius. à Lapide in Apocalypse 11. 3. Aleazer, Ibid. np1 n1. fw-fr fw-la p-acp np1 crd crd np1, fw-la.
294 0 The two witnesses, Rev. 11 ▪ The two Witnesses, Rev. 11 ▪ dt crd n2, n1 crd ▪
300 0 A ministery in the spirit and power of Moses and Elias at the Jewes conversion. A Ministry in the Spirit and power of Moses and Elias At the Jews conversion. dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 p-acp dt np2 n1.
302 0 Tropicall phrases. Tropical phrases. j n2.
312 0 Luke 9. 33. Luke 9. 33. zz crd crd
315 0 Luk. 16. 12. Luk. 16. 12. np1 crd crd
317 0 Gal. 1. 8. Gal. 1. 8. np1 crd crd
317 1 2 Cor. 4. 7. 2 Cor. 4. 7. crd np1 crd crd
319 0 2 Thes. 2. 8. vid. Chald. Paron Esay. 11. 4. in edit. Buxtorf. 2 Thebes 2. 8. vid. Chald. Paron Isaiah. 11. 4. in edit. Buxtorf. crd np1 crd crd p-acp. np1 np1 np1. crd crd p-acp n1. np1.
325 0 Easeb. hist. Eccles. lib. 3. cap. 39. Easeb. hist. Eccles. lib. 3. cap. 39. np1. uh. np1 n1. crd n1. crd
345 0 Joh. 10. 41. John 10. 41. np1 crd crd
346 0 2 King. 2. 15. 2 King. 2. 15. crd n1. crd crd
347 0 Num. 11. 25. Num. 11. 25. np1 crd crd
354 0 Observ. Observation np1
355 0 Exod. 26. 40. & 26. 30. & 27. 8. Heb. 8. 4. 5. Exod 26. 40. & 26. 30. & 27. 8. Hebrew 8. 4. 5. np1 crd crd cc crd crd cc crd crd np1 crd crd crd
360 0 Vid. R. D. Rimchi in Reg. & in Molach. Vid. R. D. Rimchi in Reg. & in Moloch. np1 np1 np1 np1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp np1.
370 0 Elias his zeale. Elias his zeal. np1 po31 n1.
379 0 NONLATINALPHABET, he is besides himself, in the Syriack. Arab. vulg. Lat. Ital. of Deodate, the Spanish hath it, he goeth out of his calling & estate, in marg. NONLATINALPHABET in the Lxx. Gen. 45. 26. , he is beside himself, in the Syriac. Arab. Vulgar. Lat. Italian of Deodate, the Spanish hath it, he Goes out of his calling & estate, in marg. in the Lxx. Gen. 45. 26. , pns31 vbz p-acp px31, p-acp dt np1. np1 j. np1 np1 pp-f vvi, dt jp vhz pn31, pns31 vvz av pp-f po31 n-vvg cc n1, p-acp n1. p-acp dt np1 np1 crd crd
386 0 1 King. 18. 19 40. 1 King. 18. 19 40. crd n1. crd crd crd
386 1 1 King. 22. 6. 1 King. 22. 6. crd n1. crd crd
399 0 Vid. Carthis. Vid. Carthis. np1 n1.
406 0 Maldon. in Lec. Maldon. in Let. np1. p-acp np1.
408 0 Joseph. Antiq. lib. 18. cap. 2. Joseph. Antique lib. 18. cap. 2. np1. np1 n1. crd n1. crd
416 0 Fathers and Children, Jews and Gentiles. Father's and Children, jews and Gentiles. n2 cc n2, np2 cc np1.
429 0 John 1. 7. John 1. 7. np1 crd crd
430 0 Ioseph Ant. lib. 18. cap. 7. Ioseph Ant lib. 18. cap. 7. np1 np1 n1. crd n1. crd
448 0 Gen. 3. 15. Gen. 3. 15. np1 crd crd
452 0 Matth. 15. 26. Matthew 15. 26. np1 crd crd
456 0 Acts 11. 18. Acts 11. 18. vvz crd crd
466 0 Reas. 1. Reas. 1. np1 crd
467 0 Esay 11. 6, 7. Isaiah 11. 6, 7. np1 crd crd, crd
476 0 Reas. 2. Reas. 2. np1 crd
481 0 Reas. 3. Reas. 3. np1 crd
485 0 Use 1. Use 1. n1 crd
488 0 Acts and Mon. old edit. pag. 10•. Acts and Mon. old edit. page. 10•. n2 cc np1 j n1. n1. n1.
492 0 Use 2. Use 2. vvi crd
493 0 2 King. 9. 22. 2 King. 9. 22. crd n1. crd crd
493 1 Belial, i. e. an Idol. Belial, i. e. an Idol. np1, sy. sy. dt n1.
494 0 The children of Belial, i. e. Idolaters. The children of Belial, i. e. Idolaters. dt n2 pp-f np1, uh. sy. n2.
510 0 Difference of allegation. Difference of allegation. n1 pp-f n1.
511 0 Reason of it ▪ Reason of it ▪ n1 pp-f pn31 ▪
524 0 Disobedient. Disobedient. j.
531 0 NONLATINALPHABET, Disobedient or unbeleeving. , Disobedient or unbelieving. , j cc vvg.
536 0 Matth. 1. 4. Matthew 1. 4. np1 crd crd
538 0 Observ. Observation np1
539 0 Rab. Abhuhabh in Ner. 1. Rab. Abhuhabh in Ner. 1. np1 np1 p-acp np1 crd
540 0 Hab. 2, 4. Hab. 2, 4. np1 crd, crd
548 0 NONLATINALPHABET: Folly ▪ Psal. 85. 9. : Folly ▪ Psalm 85. 9. : n1 ▪ np1 crd crd
548 1 Observ. Observation np1
559 0 NONLATINALPHABET. In the wisdome . In the Wisdom . p-acp dt n1
573 0 Observ. Observation np1
577 0 The cause of a Jews hatred of a Gentile. The cause of a jews hatred of a Gentile. dt n1 pp-f dt np2 n1 pp-f dt j.
590 0 1 Cor. 2. 2. 4, 5, 6 Rev. 13. 16. &c. 1 Cor. 2. 2. 4, 5, 6 Rev. 13. 16. etc. vvn np1 crd crd crd, crd, crd n1 crd crd av
595 0 Observ. Observation np1
607 0 Observ. Observation np1
617 0 Psal. 145. 9. Psalm 145. 9. np1 crd crd