Aqua genitalis a discourse concerning baptism. First delivered in a sermon at Alhallows Lumbardstreet, Octob. 4. 1658. and now a little inlarged. Into which is since inserted, a brief discourse to perswade to a confirmation of the baptismal-vovv. / By Symon Patrick, B.D. minister of the Gospel at Battersea.
CHrist having given a Command to his Apostles to go and teach (or disciple,) all Nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and holy Ghost.
christ having given a Command to his Apostles to go and teach (or disciple,) all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and holy Ghost.
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We find in this story of their Acts, (wherein some of their travels are related,) that as soon as they had perswaded any persons to be Christians, immediately they received them into their fellowship, by this Ceremony of washing them with water.
We find in this story of their Acts, (wherein Some of their travels Are related,) that as soon as they had persuaded any Persons to be Christians, immediately they received them into their fellowship, by this Ceremony of washing them with water.
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yet there have been those busie phansies in the world that have called this into Question, and would perswade us that our Saviour in those words intended not any such washing with water,
yet there have been those busy fancies in the world that have called this into Question, and would persuade us that our Saviour in those words intended not any such washing with water,
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for though our Saviour Baptized none that we read of, but with the Spirit; (and the Papists will have a hard task to obtain this preheminence for Peter, that he received the Baptism of water at Christs hands:) yet it will be needless pains to prove that his Apostles and their Successors after them did initiate,
for though our Saviour Baptised none that we read of, but with the Spirit; (and the Papists will have a hard task to obtain this pre-eminence for Peter, that he received the Baptism of water At Christ hands:) yet it will be needless pains to prove that his Apostles and their Successors After them did initiate,
or then limited to such a time, and likwise solidly expound those following words, I am with you alwayes to the end of the world, and shew us why the work of the new birth (which the Apostle makes the signification of Baptism, ) is not now as well as then to be shadowed and represented,
or then limited to such a time, and likewise solidly expound those following words, I am with you always to the end of the world, and show us why the work of the new birth (which the Apostle makes the signification of Baptism,) is not now as well as then to be shadowed and represented,
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Yet others will not let their wits be at rest, but make a further inquiry, Whether the words of our Saviour include in them a Command, or only a Permission,
Yet Others will not let their wits be At rest, but make a further inquiry, Whither the words of our Saviour include in them a Command, or only a Permission,
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Taking it therefore for granted, (without engaging my self in such questions,) that the words now read, do speak of Baptism by water still to be retained in the Church of God;
Taking it Therefore for granted, (without engaging my self in such questions,) that the words now read, do speak of Baptism by water still to be retained in the Church of God;
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3. The time of its Administration, NONLATINALPHABET, straight-way, instantly, at that hour of the night that the foregoing story was acted, without any further delay.
3. The time of its Administration,, straightway, instantly, At that hour of the night that the foregoing story was acted, without any further Delay.
For the Explication of the first, we need find no fault with the common language, that saith, Baptism in its general notion is an outward visible sign and seal of some inward and invisible grace and favour conveyed,
For the Explication of the First, we need find no fault with the Common language, that Says, Baptism in its general notion is an outward visible Signen and seal of Some inward and invisible grace and favour conveyed,
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It is a Ceremony whereby Proselytes are made, and all that use it do thereby come into a new way and state, forsaking all their old perswasions, practises and relations wherein they were born and bred, that are contrary to,
It is a Ceremony whereby Proselytes Are made, and all that use it do thereby come into a new Way and state, forsaking all their old persuasions, practises and relations wherein they were born and bred, that Are contrary to,
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And when a Heathen would become a Jew, and undertake their Religion, and so repose himself (as their phrase is,) under the wings of the divine Majesty, he was to be circumcised, baptized, and offer Sacrifice;
And when a Heathen would become a Jew, and undertake their Religion, and so repose himself (as their phrase is,) under the wings of the divine Majesty, he was to be circumcised, baptised, and offer Sacrifice;
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and so did some Proselytes by those (without Circumcision,) ingage to worship the one God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, and forsaking all Idols, to observe him only;
and so did Some Proselytes by those (without Circumcision,) engage to worship the one God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, and forsaking all Idols, to observe him only;
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as that passage of R. Joshuahs clearly shews, (which is cited by Raymundus, ) He is baptized, and not circumcised, Behold this is a stranger converted, for loe we find of our mothers, (viz. Sarah, Rebecca, &c.) that they were baptized, but not circumcised.
as that passage of R. Joshuahs clearly shows, (which is cited by Raymundus,) He is baptised, and not circumcised, Behold this is a stranger converted, for lo we find of our mother's, (viz. Sarah, Rebecca, etc.) that they were baptised, but not circumcised.
& to come to him through his Son, & to embrace that religion which he teaches us from God, which is that whereby we are distinguished from Jews, Mahometans, and all other people in the world, who go not to God through this Mediator,
& to come to him through his Son, & to embrace that Religion which he Teaches us from God, which is that whereby we Are distinguished from jews, Mahometans, and all other people in the world, who go not to God through this Mediator,
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The answer methinks is easie, if what hath been said he considered, together with the partiticulars that I shall mention after I have dispatched this general notion of it.
The answer methinks is easy, if what hath been said he considered, together with the partiticulars that I shall mention After I have dispatched this general notion of it.
And besides, it seems considerable to me, that Moses the Mediator of the Old Covenant did receive the people into it by Baptism, and not by Circumcision. For it is not only said, Exodus 19.10. That they should sanctifie themselves, and wash their cloaths;
And beside, it seems considerable to me, that Moses the Mediator of the Old Covenant did receive the people into it by Baptism, and not by Circumcision. For it is not only said, Exodus 19.10. That they should sanctify themselves, and wash their clothes;
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and were notwithstanding within the Covenant, which was sure by some Ceremony or other; and the Apostle also saith, 1 Cor. 10.2. That they were all baptized into Moses in the cloud, and in the sea.
and were notwithstanding within the Covenant, which was sure by Some Ceremony or other; and the Apostle also Says, 1 Cor. 10.2. That they were all baptised into Moses in the cloud, and in the sea.
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Now as only Baptism and not Circumcision was used, when God conducted his people by the visible ministry of Angels, (who marched with them in the cloud,) and delivered them from the slavery and bondage of Aegypt by the hand of Moses; so God thought fit to use no other way of making Disciples when he sent his own Son to work a greater salvation for us,
Now as only Baptism and not Circumcision was used, when God conducted his people by the visible Ministry of Angels, (who marched with them in the cloud,) and Delivered them from the slavery and bondage of Egypt by the hand of Moses; so God Thought fit to use no other Way of making Disciples when he sent his own Son to work a greater salvation for us,
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when they say, that there shall be such a multitude of Proselytes in the days of the Messiah, that they shal be admitted by Baptism only without any Circumcision.
when they say, that there shall be such a multitude of Proselytes in the days of the Messiah, that they shall be admitted by Baptism only without any Circumcision.
It may not be unfit to add, that all nations used Washings so much, that there could not be invented (one would think,) a Rite more likely to be readily received then this.
It may not be unfit to add, that all Nations used Washings so much, that there could not be invented (one would think,) a Rite more likely to be readily received then this.
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First, There were their NONLATINALPHABET, their daily washings which were introduced by the Pharisees. Secondly, There were their Baptisms or Immersions of the whole body into water, which all the Jews were bound unto in their confessions.
First, There were their, their daily washings which were introduced by the Pharisees. Secondly, There were their Baptisms or Immersions of the Whole body into water, which all the jews were bound unto in their confessions.
which the Psalmist supposeth in that phrase, Psalm 26.6. and the book of Deuteronomy plainly expresseth, 21. 6, 7. They shall wash their hands, and say, Our hands have not shed this blood, &c. which perhaps Pilate would imitate, (having to do with the Jews, ) when he had condemned our Saviour, Mat. 27.24. For he washed his hands before the multitude, and said, I am innocent of the blood of this just man, see ye to it;
which the Psalmist Supposeth in that phrase, Psalm 26.6. and the book of Deuteronomy plainly Expresses, 21. 6, 7. They shall wash their hands, and say, Our hands have not shed this blood, etc. which perhaps Pilate would imitate, (having to doe with the jews,) when he had condemned our Saviour, Mathew 27.24. For he washed his hands before the multitude, and said, I am innocent of the blood of this just man, see you to it;
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for which see Tertullian. And if there were nothing else to make us believe the Jews used this Ceremony in these cases, this might make it very probable,
for which see Tertullian. And if there were nothing Else to make us believe the jews used this Ceremony in these cases, this might make it very probable,
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They hearing (saith he,) the saying of the Prophet, Isa. 1. Wash you, make you clean, &c. would have their Worshippers sprinkled with water when they went into their Temples to make an offering,
They hearing (Says he,) the saying of the Prophet, Isaiah 1. Wash you, make you clean, etc. would have their Worshippers sprinkled with water when they went into their Temples to make an offering,
& so to accommodate this significant and innocent Ceremony to his purposes, and translate it from the Jews to be a Rite whereby to profess inward purity of body and soul, just as he did in the other Sacrament of the Lords Supper, wherein he hath made use not only of the bread and wine,
& so to accommodate this significant and innocent Ceremony to his Purposes, and translate it from the jews to be a Rite whereby to profess inward purity of body and soul, just as he did in the other Sacrament of the lords Supper, wherein he hath made use not only of the bred and wine,
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For so his Wisdom judged it meet to make former Rites serve his own ends, rather then introduce strange and unheard of things which had not been known in former times.
For so his Wisdom judged it meet to make former Rites serve his own ends, rather then introduce strange and unheard of things which had not been known in former times.
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but also by the exhortation of the Apostle to the new Converts. Act. 2.38. Repent and be baptized every one of you, &c. i. e. make profession of your Repentance by Baptism to the remission of your sins, the sense of which had pricked them in their hearts.
but also by the exhortation of the Apostle to the new Converts. Act. 2.38. repent and be baptised every one of you, etc. i. e. make profession of your Repentance by Baptism to the remission of your Sins, the sense of which had pricked them in their hearts.
then they were immersed all over, and buried in the water, which notably signified the putting off the body of the sins of the flesh, (as the Apostle speaks, ) and their entring into a state of death or mortification after the similitude of Christ;
then they were immersed all over, and buried in the water, which notably signified the putting off the body of the Sins of the Flesh, (as the Apostle speaks,) and their entering into a state of death or mortification After the similitude of christ;
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according to the same Apostles language elsewhere, We art baptized into his death, we are buried with him in Baptism, knowing that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we might not serve sin.
according to the same Apostles language elsewhere, We art baptised into his death, we Are buried with him in Baptism, knowing that our old man is Crucified with him, that the body of since might be destroyed, that henceforth we might not serve since.
All which was rendred still more significant by the Antients, who baptized only on the last day of the week at night, i.e. on the even of two Lords dayes in the year, (called therefore by Chrysostome NONLATINALPHABET,) Because Christ then say in the grave,
All which was rendered still more significant by the Ancients, who baptised only on the last day of the Week At night, i.e. on the even of two lords days in the year, (called Therefore by Chrysostom,) Because christ then say in the grave,
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In conformity to whom, they by this Rite did profess themselves to be dead, and (coming out of the water,) there to leave all their sins drowned and buried in that grave, never to revive again.
In conformity to whom, they by this Rite did profess themselves to be dead, and (coming out of the water,) there to leave all their Sins drowned and buried in that grave, never to revive again.
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or the open declaration upon the question propounded which they made against all Gods enemies, the form of which so many antient Authors do record, that it is vain to cite any;
or the open declaration upon the question propounded which they made against all God's enemies, the from of which so many ancient Authors do record, that it is vain to Cite any;
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This NONLATINALPHABET, this question, What shall I do to be saved? and consequently the hearty answer to all that is proposed as requisite to salvation, is that which makes Baptism to be valid, and of force unto us.
This, this question, What shall I do to be saved? and consequently the hearty answer to all that is proposed as requisite to salvation, is that which makes Baptism to be valid, and of force unto us.
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The Jews say in their tradition, that Adam stood a whole week up to the neck in water, begging of God to accept of his Repentance for what he had committed.
The jews say in their tradition, that Adam stood a Whole Week up to the neck in water, begging of God to accept of his Repentance for what he had committed.
For we are baptized into their name, and so it signifies, either first that we heartily accept of the Father for our God and happiness, to love him above all;
For we Are baptised into their name, and so it signifies, either First that we heartily accept of the Father for our God and happiness, to love him above all;
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or secondly (which comes to the same,) that we embrace that Doctrine for our Rule which is delivered unto us from the Father, through the hands of his Son, by the Power of the Holy Spirit, to fear all his threatnings, to relye upon all his Promises,
or secondly (which comes to the same,) that we embrace that Doctrine for our Rule which is Delivered unto us from the Father, through the hands of his Son, by the Power of the Holy Spirit, to Fear all his threatenings, to rely upon all his Promises,
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That this profession of Faith was made in Baptism is plain, not only from Acts 8.37. where Philip saith to the Eunuch, If thou believest with all thine heart, thou mayst be baptized, and he answers, I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God;
That this profession of Faith was made in Baptism is plain, not only from Acts 8.37. where Philip Says to the Eunuch, If thou Believest with all thine heart, thou Mayest be baptised, and he answers, I believe that jesus christ is the Son of God;
but we ought also publiquely to own it, and manifest to the world our belief of it, which seems to me to be the meaning of that place, Mark 16.16. He that believes, and is baptized, shall be saved: i. e.
but we ought also publicly to own it, and manifest to the world our belief of it, which seems to me to be the meaning of that place, Mark 16.16. He that believes, and is baptised, shall be saved: i. e.
He that owns the faith of Christ in Truth, and makes a profession of his belief by receiving this mark of the Christian Religion, he shall be accepted of God to life.
He that owns the faith of christ in Truth, and makes a profession of his belief by receiving this mark of the Christian Religion, he shall be accepted of God to life.
4. It is a profession of holiness and obedience, and an engagement we thereby lay upon our selves to maintain all purity in body and soul, which is the immediate consequent of the two former,
4. It is a profession of holiness and Obedience, and an engagement we thereby lay upon our selves to maintain all purity in body and soul, which is the immediate consequent of the two former,
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and seems to be alluded unto by the Apostle, when he saith, 1 Cor. 6.11. Such were some of you, but you are washed, but you are sanctified, &c. i. e. you have betaken your selves by receiving of Baptism to a holy and pure Conversation:
and seems to be alluded unto by the Apostle, when he Says, 1 Cor. 6.11. Such were Some of you, but you Are washed, but you Are sanctified, etc. i. e. you have betaken your selves by receiving of Baptism to a holy and pure Conversation:
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In token of which, and that they intended all Purity, (like those in the Reavelation, who are said to follow the Lamb in white, ) they were presently cloathed with white Garments when they came out of the water.
In token of which, and that they intended all Purity, (like those in the Reavelation, who Are said to follow the Lamb in white,) they were presently clothed with white Garments when they Come out of the water.
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and they all professed hereby, that they hated the grament spotted with the flesh, and would never return again to the dirty pleasures of the world wherein they had wallowed.
and they all professed hereby, that they hated the grament spotted with the Flesh, and would never return again to the dirty pleasures of the world wherein they had wallowed.
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A bright garment was cast over shining and glistering souls, and the Great Shepherd took no small pleasure in his milk-white Lambs, whose outward lustre did but signifie that they were become the Children of the Light,
A bright garment was cast over shining and glistering Souls, and the Great Shepherd took no small pleasure in his milkwhite Lambs, whose outward lustre did but signify that they were become the Children of the Light,
and of the day, and would have no more fellowship with the unfruitfull works of Darkness, Eph. 5. 8, 10. Which place some would interpret of Baptism, called therefore by the Antients NONLATINALPHABET,
and of the day, and would have no more fellowship with the unfruitful works of Darkness, Ephesians 5. 8, 10. Which place Some would interpret of Baptism, called Therefore by the Ancients,
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and bring it before the Tribunal of our Lord Jesus without spot, and thou shall have eternal life, Amen. Certain it is, that all true Christians have ever accounted this the great intent of this outward Rite of Baptism, to be an Ingagement to Holiness;
and bring it before the Tribunal of our Lord jesus without spot, and thou shall have Eternal life, Amen. Certain it is, that all true Christians have ever accounted this the great intent of this outward Rite of Baptism, to be an Engagement to Holiness;
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and evil habits which he professes to forsake by bringing his soul to the waters of Vertue and Knowledge, as Ezekiel saith, chap. 36.25. Thus Maimon. And therefore they well said, He that comes from among the Gentiles unto us NONLATINALPHABET for the sake of any worldly vanity, he is not a Proselyte of Justice;
and evil habits which he Professes to forsake by bringing his soul to the waters of Virtue and Knowledge, as Ezekielem Says, chap. 36.25. Thus Maimon. And Therefore they well said, He that comes from among the Gentiles unto us for the sake of any worldly vanity, he is not a Proselyte of justice;
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And accordingly our Saviour speaking of his sufferings, saith, I have a Baptism to be baptized with, &c. And are you able to be baptized with the Baptism that I am baptized with? i. e.
And accordingly our Saviour speaking of his sufferings, Says, I have a Baptism to be baptised with, etc. And Are you able to be baptised with the Baptism that I am baptised with? i. e.
to take part with me in my sufferings and indurances here in the world for Gods sake? and immediately it follows, You shall indeed be baptized with my Baptism, you shall be wet in blood,
to take part with me in my sufferings and endurances Here in the world for God's sake? and immediately it follows, You shall indeed be baptised with my Baptism, you shall be wet in blood,
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and had that Title, they shaved their body, and received a Stole or long Robe, after which they renounced NONLATINALPHABET to all their Estates, never thinking of returning to Wife, Children,
and had that Title, they shaved their body, and received a Stole or long Robe, After which they renounced to all their Estates, never thinking of returning to Wife, Children,
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Which likewise we cannot deny, they did very antiently represent, by signing them with the sign of the Cross, (innocently enough it is likely, till Superstition did abuse it,) in token of the crucified, afflicted condition into which they must be willing to enter,
Which likewise we cannot deny, they did very anciently represent, by signing them with the Signen of the Cross, (innocently enough it is likely, till Superstition did abuse it,) in token of the Crucified, afflicted condition into which they must be willing to enter,
for thou art called unto it, and hast professed in Baptism thou wouldst be his faithfull Souldier before many witnesses, i.e. (saith Hierom, ) before the people of God and his holy Angels thou didst renounce to the world,
for thou art called unto it, and hast professed in Baptism thou Wouldst be his faithful Soldier before many Witnesses, i.e. (Says Hieronymus,) before the people of God and his holy Angels thou didst renounce to the world,
and all the softnesses and vanities thereof, and gave up thy self to indure hardship, (as it is in another place, 2 Tim. 2.3.) Like a good Sculdier of Jesus Christ.
and all the Softnesses and vanities thereof, and gave up thy self to endure hardship, (as it is in Another place, 2 Tim. 2.3.) Like a good Sculdier of jesus christ.
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For this cause it was perhaps that their Baptisteria, or Fonts used to he made where some Martyrs had suffered, that so they might be put in mind they entred into a War-fare, wherein they must resist unto blood, striving against sin.
For this cause it was perhaps that their Baptisteries, or Fonts used to he made where Some Martyrs had suffered, that so they might be put in mind they entered into a Warfare, wherein they must resist unto blood, striving against since.
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2. God by his Minister (that doth in his name, and by his Authority baptize,) doth receive the persons so washed into the Injoyment of some priviledges and benefits that otherwayes are not ordinarily to be enjoyed.
2. God by his Minister (that does in his name, and by his authority baptise,) does receive the Persons so washed into the Enjoyment of Some privileges and benefits that otherways Are not ordinarily to be enjoyed.
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That Jesus came into Judea, and baptized; and verse 26. The Jews say to John, He to whom thou bearest witness, behold the same baptizeth: and again, cap. 4.1. It is said, That Jesus made and baptized more Disciples then John;
That jesus Come into Judea, and baptised; and verse 26. The jews say to John, He to whom thou bearest witness, behold the same baptizeth: and again, cap. 4.1. It is said, That jesus made and baptised more Disciples then John;
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Whence it was the Font you know used to be placed at the door or entrance of the Church, to signifie that by this we come into the Congregation of Christs Disciples,
Whence it was the Font you know used to be placed At the door or Entrance of the Church, to signify that by this we come into the Congregation of Christ Disciples,
but yet that by Baptism we are brought but to the beginning of Religion, and must make a further progress to perfection, till we come to the holy place,
but yet that by Baptism we Are brought but to the beginning of Religion, and must make a further progress to perfection, till we come to the holy place,
And all this is supposed in the word Proselytes, or Comers unto God, which clearly argues some relative Action of his, which is receiving and entertaining them graciously as those he will have in his favour. But more particularly.
And all this is supposed in the word Proselytes, or Comers unto God, which clearly argues Some relative Actium of his, which is receiving and entertaining them graciously as those he will have in his favour. But more particularly.
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As those who came to the Baptism of John, did thereby receive a distinguishing mark and character that they should not be-destroyed in the ruine of the Nation, (in so much that he saith to the Pharisees that desired Baptism, Who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come? ) So they that are baptized into Christ, do thereby receive a pledge, that no sin which they stand guilty of shall bring the anger of God upon their heads if they will keep his Covenant;
As those who Come to the Baptism of John, did thereby receive a distinguishing mark and character that they should not be-destroyed in the ruin of the nation, (in so much that he Says to the Pharisees that desired Baptism, Who hath warned you to flee from the wrath to come?) So they that Are baptised into christ, do thereby receive a pledge, that no since which they stand guilty of shall bring the anger of God upon their Heads if they will keep his Covenant;
but all shall be crossed out which they are charged with, and be like words writ in the water, that are obliterated and vanished, nowhere any more to be found.
but all shall be crossed out which they Are charged with, and be like words writ in the water, that Are obliterated and vanished, nowhere any more to be found.
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Rasi out of R. Nathan thus glosses upon the fifth verse: There are four sorts of Converts here spoken of, one shall say, I am the Lords, these are they that are Proselytes of Justice, or the most perfect Converts;
Rasi out of R. Nathan thus Glosses upon the fifth verse: There Are four sorts of Converts Here spoken of, one shall say, I am the lords, these Are they that Are Proselytes of justice, or the most perfect Converts;
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And another shall subscribe with his hand to the Lord, these are the Penitents, or the men that repent, and surname himself by the name of Israel, these are the strangers, i. e. those that observed the Precepts of the sons of Noah, and particularly renounced Idolatry;
And Another shall subscribe with his hand to the Lord, these Are the Penitents, or the men that Repent, and surname himself by the name of Israel, these Are the Strangers, i. e. those that observed the Precepts of the Sons of Noah, and particularly renounced Idolatry;
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Where observe, that he calls one sort of these Converts NONLATINALPHABET the little ones, who were not thought (it seems,) to be unmeet to be made members of a Church,
Where observe, that he calls one sort of these Converts the little ones, who were not Thought (it seems,) to be unmeet to be made members of a Church,
and were not judged by their fathers admission to be received, but were distinctly admitted by themselves by the decree (as they tell us,) of the house of Judgement.
and were not judged by their Father's admission to be received, but were distinctly admitted by themselves by the Decree (as they tell us,) of the house of Judgement.
And observe likewise that all these Proselytes being said to spring as it were out of the water, these words may well be a Prophesie of Christian Baptism, to which a promise of the Spirit is annexed, which is very well signified by water;
And observe likewise that all these Proselytes being said to spring as it were out of the water, these words may well be a Prophesy of Christian Baptism, to which a promise of the Spirit is annexed, which is very well signified by water;
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for as that cleanses and purifies from filth, so the Spirit of God, (called upon this account the Holy Ghost,) is the Sanctifier of Gods people, purging and cleansing their hearts from all impurities.
for as that cleanses and Purifies from filth, so the Spirit of God, (called upon this account the Holy Ghost,) is the Sanctifier of God's people, purging and cleansing their hearts from all Impurities.
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This being therefore the great work of the Spirit so well represented by water, we must conclude, that when the Minister washeth us in Gods name, God thereby promiseth that he will be assistant to us by the holy Ghost,
This being Therefore the great work of the Spirit so well represented by water, we must conclude, that when the Minister washes us in God's name, God thereby promises that he will be assistant to us by the holy Ghost,
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yet on Gods parts, this action of going into, and coming out of the water again, did signifie that he would bring such persons to live again, That he would not leave their soul in grave,
yet on God's parts, this actium of going into, and coming out of the water again, did signify that he would bring such Persons to live again, That he would not leave their soul in grave,
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And this according to Chrysostome, (a very judicious Interpreter, who was so full of the Spirit of Saint Paul, that he dreamt sometime that he appeared to him,) is the meaning of that difficult place, 1 Cor. 15.29. Else what shall they do that are baptized for the dead? &c. i. e. for their dead bodies.
And this according to Chrysostom, (a very judicious Interpreter, who was so full of the Spirit of Saint Paul, that he dreamed sometime that he appeared to him,) is the meaning of that difficult place, 1 Cor. 15.29. Else what shall they do that Are baptised for the dead? etc. i. e. for their dead bodies.
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Why do they profess in Baptism, that they believe the Article of the Resurrection of the dead, among the rest of the Articles of Christian faith? Why are they baptized into the hope and expectation of it, of which (saith he) the Minister gives them a sign or symbole, NONLATINALPHABET, by the things themselves that he doth, putting them in,
Why do they profess in Baptism, that they believe the Article of the Resurrection of the dead, among the rest of the Articles of Christian faith? Why Are they baptised into the hope and expectation of it, of which (Says he) the Minister gives them a Signen or symbol,, by the things themselves that he does, putting them in,
Now what good do they receive by Baptism, if they shall not rise again, but remain alwayes in the grave? If any think it harsh to render these words, For their dead bodies, by these, For the resurrection of their dead bodies, (which in Baptism we profess to believe,) it is only for want of skill in the short manner of speaking, which the Hebrews use.
Now what good do they receive by Baptism, if they shall not rise again, but remain always in the grave? If any think it harsh to render these words, For their dead bodies, by these, For the resurrection of their dead bodies, (which in Baptism we profess to believe,) it is only for want of skill in the short manner of speaking, which the Hebrews use.
therefore for this end we are baptized, that they may rise from the dead, which if they should not, we should lose (saith the Apostle,) the great benefit which in Baptism was consigned;
Therefore for this end we Are baptised, that they may rise from the dead, which if they should not, we should loose (Says the Apostle,) the great benefit which in Baptism was consigned;
and to what purpose should we use that Rite? It may be replied, that I have already mentioned many other purposes which render it sufficiently beneficial.
and to what purpose should we use that Rite? It may be replied, that I have already mentioned many other Purposes which render it sufficiently beneficial.
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Luther indeed in his version of the Bible gives another interpretation of this place, but sutable to my present discourse, which is grounded Dilheirus thinks upon that practise I mentioned of Baptizing in the places where the Martyrs were nterred.
Luther indeed in his version of the bible gives Another Interpretation of this place, but suitable to my present discourse, which is grounded Dilheirus thinks upon that practice I mentioned of Baptizing in the places where the Martyrs were nterred.
The sense whereof is this, (as one that understands the language, interprets it to me,) What mean they to be baptized [ Uber Den Toden, ] over the dead? To strengthen (saith Luther in his gloss upon the words,) or confirm the Resurrection; they used to baptize Christians [ Ʋber den Toden grahern, ] over the graves of the dead, the intention whereof was to shew that the same, the very self same person should rise again.
The sense whereof is this, (as one that understands the language, interprets it to me,) What mean they to be baptised [ Uber Den toden, ] over the dead? To strengthen (Says Luther in his gloss upon the words,) or confirm the Resurrection; they used to baptise Christians [ Ʋber den toden grahern, ] over the graves of the dead, the intention whereof was to show that the same, the very self same person should rise again.
And Circumcision seems not to have been without this signification neither, for they used to cast the fore-skin cut off into a vessel full of dust, to signifie it is like, that the circumcised person did renounce the Devil and his lusts, by whose impulse, Adam sinned,
And Circumcision seems not to have been without this signification neither, for they used to cast the foreskin Cut off into a vessel full of dust, to signify it is like, that the circumcised person did renounce the devil and his Lustiest, by whose impulse, Adam sinned,
and that he did cast away all that evil concupiscence, by which death came into the world, hoping that that being buried, he should attain the Resurrection of the body, and live again.
and that he did cast away all that evil concupiscence, by which death Come into the world, hoping that that being buried, he should attain the Resurrection of the body, and live again.
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That conditional Covenant of Grace and Mercy that was sealed before indefinitely by Christs blood, is now sealed by Baptism to this particular person which receives it. Therefore,
That conditional Covenant of Grace and Mercy that was sealed before indefinitely by Christ blood, is now sealed by Baptism to this particular person which receives it. Therefore,
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Socrates in Plato well saith, that every man is by his birth, NONLATINALPHABET, One of Gods freeholds, and therefore concludes it is as unlawfull for a man to kill himself,
Socrates in Plato well Says, that every man is by his birth,, One of God's freeholds, and Therefore concludes it is as unlawful for a man to kill himself,
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Justin Martyr relating the manner how Christians were made, (that the Heathens might not he offended so much at their Religion,) speaks of this matter.
Justin Martyr relating the manner how Christians were made, (that the heathens might not he offended so much At their Religion,) speaks of this matter.
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so as after a manner to become new Creatures. If Clemens Alex. his reading of that place, Mat. 3.17. be right one would think that Christ was by Baptism admitted to his office, and had a kind of a new birth in it, Thou art my beloved Son, this day have I begotten thee.
so as After a manner to become new Creatures. If Clemens Alexander his reading of that place, Mathew 3.17. be right one would think that christ was by Baptism admitted to his office, and had a kind of a new birth in it, Thou art my Beloved Son, this day have I begotten thee.
i.e. now have I appointed thee to thy office, now of the Son of Joseph as thou art esteemed, I declare thee the Son of God, and make thee my Vicegerent.
i.e. now have I appointed thee to thy office, now of the Son of Joseph as thou art esteemed, I declare thee the Son of God, and make thee my Vicegerent.
That which was perfectly done at the Resurrection (to which those words, This day have I begotten thee are applyed, Act. 13.33.) was begun and done in sign at Baptism,
That which was perfectly done At the Resurrection (to which those words, This day have I begotten thee Are applied, Act. 13.33.) was begun and done in Signen At Baptism,
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But because Clemens must be thought to have expressed rather the sense, then the very words that were spoken, let us consider only what succeeded our Saviours Baptism,
But Because Clemens must be Thought to have expressed rather the sense, then the very words that were spoken, let us Consider only what succeeded our Saviors Baptism,
but that we be faithfull in Gods Covenant, and follow the conduct of Gods illuminating and holy Spirit, till we be made Possessors of that Immortality,
but that we be faithful in God's Covenant, and follow the conduct of God's illuminating and holy Spirit, till we be made Possessors' of that Immortality,
but if any say, that those great Communications of the Holy Ghost were proper to that time when Christ did most notably attest to the Truth of his own Institutions for the conviction of Unbelievers, I think so also:
but if any say, that those great Communications of the Holy Ghost were proper to that time when christ did most notably attest to the Truth of his own Institutions for the conviction of Unbelievers, I think so also:
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And thus much may suffice concerning my thoughts of the first particular, wherein you have had a short account of the intent, use and benefit of Baptism.
And thus much may suffice Concerning my thoughts of the First particular, wherein you have had a short account of the intent, use and benefit of Baptism.
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This point hath been so sifted even to the very bran, that I cannot think mine eyes so acute as to discern any little Argument to lie still neglected that I should be able to boult out.
This point hath been so sifted even to the very bran, that I cannot think mine eyes so acute as to discern any little Argument to lie still neglected that I should be able to boult out.
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nor any where else in the whole Scripture are they excepted, (and it is scarce to be thought that all of the families baptized were without Infants,) nor is there one word that tends to the excluding of them from Baptism. But,
nor any where Else in the Whole Scripture Are they excepted, (and it is scarce to be Thought that all of the families baptised were without Infants,) nor is there one word that tends to the excluding of them from Baptism. But,
or thirdly, As an Obligation whereby we are tyed to perform those conditions; and fourthly, As a priviledge whereby we are actually instated into some Favours and Injoyments;
or Thirdly, As an Obligation whereby we Are tied to perform those conditions; and fourthly, As a privilege whereby we Are actually instated into Some Favours and Enjoyments;
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and if any affirm that in these two regards they are uncapable, let them remember that Children may be bound by deeds drawn up and sealed between two persons before they understand any thing at all,
and if any affirm that in these two regards they Are uncapable, let them Remember that Children may be bound by Deeds drawn up and sealed between two Persons before they understand any thing At all,
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A Parent may contract with God on his childs behalf, no otherwise then a Guardian doth in the behalf of a minor or one under age, which he cannot afterward retract when he is out of his Pupillage without injustice,
A Parent may contract with God on his child's behalf, no otherwise then a Guardian does in the behalf of a minor or one under age, which he cannot afterwards retract when he is out of his Pupillage without injustice,
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and expecting performance of Faith and Obedience, and looking upon it as so ingaged, that it shall be properly said to break a Vow and Covenant, if it sin against him.
and expecting performance of Faith and obedience, and looking upon it as so engaged, that it shall be properly said to break a Voelli and Covenant, if it sin against him.
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This the Denyers of infant-Baptism cannot deny, that it is very fit Parents should by solemn prayers and profession devote and consecrate their children to God and make an open oblation of them before all to his service, only they would not have it done by washing with water, which is as much as to grant that they would have the thing done,
This the Denyers of Infant baptism cannot deny, that it is very fit Parents should by solemn Prayers and profession devote and consecrate their children to God and make an open oblation of them before all to his service, only they would not have it done by washing with water, which is as much as to grant that they would have the thing done,
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for if they are to be devoted to God, Baptism being the way wherein we devote our selves to him and being so significant of our Duty, it is the fittest way wherein to devote our Children to his use.
for if they Are to be devoted to God, Baptism being the Way wherein we devote our selves to him and being so significant of our Duty, it is the Fittest Way wherein to devote our Children to his use.
Fourthly, Christ may well be conceived to include them when he bids his Disciples Go and baptize all Nations in the name of the Father, &c. for that was no more then a commission to go and make Proselytes,
Fourthly, christ may well be conceived to include them when he bids his Disciples Go and baptise all nations in the name of the Father, etc. for that was no more then a commission to go and make Proselytes,
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Now I intimated before that there were young strangers admitted by the Jews, i. e. Infants or little Children were made Proselytes to their way of Worship,
Now I intimated before that there were young Strangers admitted by the jews, i. e. Infants or little Children were made Proselytes to their Way of Worship,
as well as others in that universal expression, and that he would have them enter into Covenant with God? If any ask why our Saviour did not then expresly mention them? the Answer will be easie, That there was no need for him to express every particular subject of Baptism, seeing it was so well known before by the common practise of the Jews, and by the former Covenant,
as well as Others in that universal expression, and that he would have them enter into Covenant with God? If any ask why our Saviour did not then expressly mention them? the Answer will be easy, That there was no need for him to express every particular Subject of Baptism, seeing it was so well known before by the Common practice of the jews, and by the former Covenant,
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and therefore his chief intent in those words was to tell them in what manner and form they should now baptize, viz. in the name of the Father, Son and H. Ghost, which had not been yet used,
and Therefore his chief intent in those words was to tell them in what manner and from they should now baptise, viz. in the name of the Father, Son and H. Ghost, which had not been yet used,
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If you look back, you shall find that Paul and Silas being close Prisoners at Philippi, there was about mid-night a great Earth-quake, that made both the Prison and the Jaylor also shake,
If you look back, you shall find that Paul and Silas being close Prisoners At Philippi, there was about midnight a great Earthquake, that made both the Prison and the Jailor also shake,
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for whom such a wonder was wrought, and so to come trembling before them, and inquire what he must do to be saved? They told him, that he must believe on the Lord Jesus,
for whom such a wonder was wrought, and so to come trembling before them, and inquire what he must do to be saved? They told him, that he must believe on the Lord jesus,
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Verse 42. i.e. learning of that Religion, to which they saw so much reason to addict themselves. So Acts 8.35. We find that Philip preached Jesus to the Eunuch, and required only this profession of him.
Verse 42. i.e. learning of that Religion, to which they saw so much reason to addict themselves. So Acts 8.35. We find that Philip preached jesus to the Eunuch, and required only this profession of him.
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and then he went down into the water with him, and baptized him. And again, cap. 18.5. Paul was pressed in spirit, and testified to the Jews, that Jesus was Christ;
and then he went down into the water with him, and baptised him. And again, cap. 18.5. Paul was pressed in Spirit, and testified to the jews, that jesus was christ;
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and instructed by him, and to learn the way of God perfectly, which they could not but believe he would acquaint them withall, being a messenger sent by God unto them.
and instructed by him, and to Learn the Way of God perfectly, which they could not but believe he would acquaint them withal, being a Messenger sent by God unto them.
Mat. 28.19, 20. Go and teach, or disciple all Nations, &c. Where there are two teachings, the one before, the other after Baptism, the first can be no more then a perswasion of them to become the Disciples of Christ,
Mathew 28.19, 20. Go and teach, or disciple all nations, etc. Where there Are two teachings, the one before, the other After Baptism, the First can be no more then a persuasion of them to become the Disciples of christ,
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and then after they were baptized, follows a more accurate and full instruction of them in all the parts of their Duty, which is meant by those words, NONLATINALPHABET, &c. Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you.
and then After they were baptised, follows a more accurate and full instruction of them in all the parts of their Duty, which is meant by those words,, etc. Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you.
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Where the word for teaching is different from that in the former verse, (NONLATINALPHABET,) and signifies a larger knowledge of Christs Doctrine which they had ingaged themselves to observe, being assured the Son of God could teach them nothing but the Truth.
Where the word for teaching is different from that in the former verse, (,) and signifies a larger knowledge of Christ Doctrine which they had engaged themselves to observe, being assured the Son of God could teach them nothing but the Truth.
and have an Influence upon practise, and if you be believing, and obedient, I shall be confident I have not made you mispend an hour in perusing what I have represented.
and have an Influence upon practice, and if you be believing, and obedient, I shall be confident I have not made you misspend an hour in perusing what I have represented.
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and whereas the Jews had several Rites and usages, to set forth and represent several duties, Christ hath left us only this, (together with the Bread and Wine in the other Sacrament,) which are such as are easie to be had,
and whereas the jews had several Rites and usages, to Set forth and represent several duties, christ hath left us only this, (together with the Bred and Wine in the other Sacrament,) which Are such as Are easy to be had,
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Is Baptism but a cold Ceremony? or do you think the washing of the flesh will save you? Not only the Apostle confutes you, 1 Pet. 3.21. but you shall hear your selves put to silence out of the mouth of a very Jew, He that believeth not as he ought (saith the Author of the book, Nitzachon,) his Circumcision doth not make him a Jew;
Is Baptism but a cold Ceremony? or do you think the washing of the Flesh will save you? Not only the Apostle confutes you, 1 Pet. 3.21. but you shall hear your selves put to silence out of the Mouth of a very Jew, He that Believeth not as he ought (Says the Author of the book, Nitzachon,) his Circumcision does not make him a Jew;
though they be not the followers of faithfull Abraham. As long as their ears, and tongue, and heart were uncircumcised, (for of all those we read,) their fore-skin remained,
though they be not the followers of faithful Abraham. As long as their ears, and tongue, and heart were uncircumcised, (for of all those we read,) their foreskin remained,
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and perfect holiness in the fear of God? Do you not at all value the Promises of God? Is it no favour to be his Children, to have forgiveness of sins,
and perfect holiness in the Fear of God? Do you not At all valve the Promises of God? Is it not favour to be his Children, to have forgiveness of Sins,
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and an inheritance among those that are sanctified through faith? Or is there any other way wherein these can be attained? Can you find a shorter cut to heaven by some other passage? Assure your selves, that there is no other Covenant whereby to partake of these promises,
and an inheritance among those that Are sanctified through faith? Or is there any other Way wherein these can be attained? Can you find a shorter Cut to heaven by Some other passage? Assure your selves, that there is no other Covenant whereby to partake of these promises,
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We shall miserably flatter and abuse our selves, if we imagine to come to Heaven any other way then through the Covenant of Baptism, wherein we promise to forsake all the enemies of God,
We shall miserably flatter and abuse our selves, if we imagine to come to Heaven any other Way then through the Covenant of Baptism, wherein we promise to forsake all the enemies of God,
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and in the mean time, take care only to do as they please, to live NONLATINALPHABET, (as the Heathens phrase is,) a moist, soft and delicate life, and to swim to Heaven in rivers of pleasure, and carnal delights.
and in the mean time, take care only to do as they please, to live, (as the heathens phrase is,) a moist, soft and delicate life, and to swim to Heaven in Rivers of pleasure, and carnal delights.
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What swarms and herds of followers should a man have that went about, and preached such a Baptism for the commission of sins? but there is no need any one should do the Devil that service;
What swarms and herds of followers should a man have that went about, and preached such a Baptism for the commission of Sins? but there is no need any one should do the devil that service;
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for the Baptism of Christ is made one of his mysteries, and all our preaching cannot root out this belief, that Christ will be the Author of eternal salvation to them that do not obey him.
for the Baptism of christ is made one of his Mysteres, and all our preaching cannot root out this belief, that christ will be the Author of Eternal salvation to them that do not obey him.
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As if a Muscovian Christian, who spits upon the ground withindignation, when he renounces the Devil in Baptism should presently fall down, and lick it up again.
As if a Muscovian Christian, who spits upon the ground withindignation, when he renounces the devil in Baptism should presently fallen down, and lick it up again.
and they make the same use of Christ, that others do of the Pope, thinking to buy a pardon (if they have not one already,) by the profession of such a holiness,
and they make the same use of christ, that Others do of the Pope, thinking to buy a pardon (if they have not one already,) by the profession of such a holiness,
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And let those men know that have their good moods, their cold fits of Repentance, and their hot fits of zeal, that use Religion as the Papists do holy water,
And let those men know that have their good moods, their cold fits of Repentance, and their hight fits of zeal, that use Religion as the Papists do holy water,
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They were not baptized in luke-warm water, but were ingaged in a state of mortification, and entred into Christs death, and he expects a constant performance of obedience.
They were not baptised in lukewarm water, but were engaged in a state of mortification, and entered into Christ death, and he expects a constant performance of Obedience.
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and Christ to be pleased with any thing, glad of any company, and heaven to be an empty void place that wants Inhabitants, much like to the new found world, whither we send the most rascal people.
and christ to be pleased with any thing, glad of any company, and heaven to be an empty void place that Wants Inhabitants, much like to the new found world, whither we send the most rascal people.
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But Christ will shortly appear to all the world, to confute all such men, and he will drench them in seas of fire, the floods of his wrath shall overwhelm them,
But christ will shortly appear to all the world, to confute all such men, and he will drench them in Seas of fire, the floods of his wrath shall overwhelm them,
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and suffer as a false and treacherous fellow, as a Run-agate, and a perjured person? Who would admit of such a plea from his mouth? I am no forsworn Wretch, I never denyed Caesar, nor renounced my Allegiance to him;
and suffer as a false and treacherous fellow, as a Runagate, and a perjured person? Who would admit of such a plea from his Mouth? I am no forsworn Wretch, I never denied Caesar, nor renounced my Allegiance to him;
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What though thou dost not call the Lord Christ a Deceiver? What though thou dost not revile the holy name whereby we are called? thou dost a great deal worse, thou bendest all thy forces thou hast against him,
What though thou dost not call the Lord christ a Deceiver? What though thou dost not revile the holy name whereby we Are called? thou dost a great deal Worse, thou bendest all thy forces thou hast against him,
And all these terrible threatning• of Christ which in baptism he promised to believe, as well as any other Word of God, shall all fall upon his head,
And all these terrible threatning• of christ which in Baptism he promised to believe, as well as any other Word of God, shall all fallen upon his head,
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let us profess, and declare that we are crucified to the world, that we are buried with Christ in Baptism, and reckon our selves to be dead indeed unto sin, But alive unto God, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
let us profess, and declare that we Are Crucified to the world, that we Are buried with christ in Baptism, and reckon our selves to be dead indeed unto since, But alive unto God, through jesus christ our Lord.
and have Heaven on your side, and have received the promise of the holy Ghost Is there no power in the Spirit of God? or is not God as good as his word? Will not he give us what he hath promised, to make us to vanquish all his enemies? O do not speak such evil things of God by doing any evil.
and have Heaven on your side, and have received the promise of the holy Ghost Is there no power in the Spirit of God? or is not God as good as his word? Will not he give us what he hath promised, to make us to vanquish all his enemies? O do not speak such evil things of God by doing any evil.
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4. That you may receive greater supplies of the spirit promised, and be more ingaged to your duty, labour fully to understand your vow and Covenant,
4. That you may receive greater supplies of the Spirit promised, and be more engaged to your duty, labour Fully to understand your Voelli and Covenant,
and have proceeded no further then to be baptized in their Infancy, and perhaps to be catechized in the principles of Religion, to spend a few thoughts upon this which I propound.
and have proceeded no further then to be baptised in their Infancy, and perhaps to be Catechized in the principles of Religion, to spend a few thoughts upon this which I propound.
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yet the Answer of a good conscience, wherein the inward Baptism doth consist, may, and ought to be re-iterated by a personal resumption and ratification of that vow which was made for us in our infant years.
yet the Answer of a good conscience, wherein the inward Baptism does consist, may, and ought to be reiterated by a personal resumption and ratification of that Voelli which was made for us in our infant Years.
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as to propose this to my people, that all those who had not yet been communicated, should freely and heartily in the presence of those who were assembled at any time to partake of the Lords Supper, profess to be sincere and constant in their baptismal Covenant,
as to propose this to my people, that all those who had not yet been communicated, should freely and heartily in the presence of those who were assembled At any time to partake of the lords Supper, profess to be sincere and constant in their baptismal Covenant,
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after whose pious and learned endeavours, let me contribute my little Mite to the urging those, into whose hands this small Treatise shall come, that they would not refuse it.
After whose pious and learned endeavours, let me contribute my little Mite to the urging those, into whose hands this small Treatise shall come, that they would not refuse it.
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and make good our word and faith which we have plighted unto God; which many have taken to be the meaning of that place, Heb. 6.4. Where after Baptism, follows, laying on of hands, which the Jews used in their blessings.
and make good our word and faith which we have plighted unto God; which many have taken to be the meaning of that place, Hebrew 6.4. Where After Baptism, follows, laying on of hands, which the jews used in their blessings.
As in Baptism, the Holy Ghost was conveyed as a Sanctifier, so herein as a Comforter and Strengthner now, that the person is entring upon a great contest and conflict with himself, the world,
As in Baptism, the Holy Ghost was conveyed as a Sanctifier, so herein as a Comforter and Strengthner now, that the person is entering upon a great contest and conflict with himself, the world,
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But if it be visible souls are not like in any great numbers to be saved without some such course, (so many attending upon Sermons many years that understand little or nothing,) it will not be disputed by sober men,
But if it be visible Souls Are not like in any great numbers to be saved without Some such course, (so many attending upon Sermons many Years that understand little or nothing,) it will not be disputed by Sobrium men,
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For all such as have been baptized in their Infancy, the personal Resumption and Ratification of that Vow which their fathers and mothers in God did make for them at the sacred Laver, is to be exacted of them Oretenus, in some publique congregation, before they can lawfully be admitted to be publique Communicants of Christs body and blood.
For all such as have been baptised in their Infancy, the personal Resumption and Ratification of that Voelli which their Father's and mother's in God did make for them At the sacred Laver, is to be exacted of them Oretenus, in Some public congregation, before they can lawfully be admitted to be public Communicants of Christ body and blood.
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or of Ministers, for not preparing them for confirmation, much less against Diocesans themselves for not executing their Office in this great service of the Church.
or of Ministers, for not preparing them for confirmation, much less against Diocesans themselves for not executing their Office in this great service of the Church.
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And he concludes in these remarkable words, Whether the solemn baptizing of all Infants, which are the Children of presumed Christian parents throughout this Kingdom, without solemn Astipulation, that they shal at years of Discretion personall• ratifie their vow in Baptism in publique, in such manner as the Church requires, be not rather more lawfull,
And he concludes in these remarkable words, Whither the solemn baptizing of all Infants, which Are the Children of presumed Christian Parents throughout this Kingdom, without solemn Astipulation, that they shall At Years of Discretion personall• ratify their Voelli in Baptism in public, in such manner as the Church requires, be not rather more lawful,
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And he blesses God that he was in a convenient age, in a happy time and place, presented to ratifie his vow made for him by his sureties, &c. which sure he would not have done,
And he Blesses God that he was in a convenient age, in a happy time and place, presented to ratify his Voelli made for him by his sureties, etc. which sure he would not have done,
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The same Author hath these words in a Treatise published in his life time, He that sets his hand unto the sacred plough, should first begin to sound the depth of that rule, What it is to deny our selves,
The same Author hath these words in a Treatise published in his life time, He that sets his hand unto the sacred plough, should First begin to found the depth of that Rule, What it is to deny our selves,
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Here Novices in Religion commonly begin to balk, and no wonder, seeing so few are called to any strict personal accompt of that which others have undertaken for them at their first admission into the Bed-roll of Christians.
Here novices in Religion commonly begin to balk, and no wonder, seeing so few Are called to any strict personal account of that which Others have undertaken for them At their First admission into the Bedroll of Christians.
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as Moses commanded the Law should be to the Israelites Children: And lastly, The Vow it self confirmed and ratified by our personal protestation in the sight of the Congregation;
as Moses commanded the Law should be to the Israelites Children: And lastly, The Voelli it self confirmed and ratified by our personal protestation in the sighed of the Congregation;
Thus prepared to receive it, it would be overmuch infidelity to distrust the plentifull Infusion of inherent sanctifying Grace at our solemnities of Confirmation;
Thus prepared to receive it, it would be overmuch infidelity to distrust the plentiful Infusion of inherent sanctifying Grace At our solemnities of Confirmation;
and to the Church of God? It would be a means to make men more knowing in the things of their salvation, to tie them more strictly to mind the affairs of their souls, to work in them a deeper sense of the great business of being a Christian.
and to the Church of God? It would be a means to make men more knowing in the things of their salvation, to tie them more strictly to mind the affairs of their Souls, to work in them a Deeper sense of the great business of being a Christian.
when we are assaulted, saying, How shall we do this wi•kedness, and break our vows, and scandalize the Church, and bring the guilt of perjury upon our own souls?
when we Are assaulted, saying, How shall we do this wi•kedness, and break our vows, and scandalise the Church, and bring the guilt of perjury upon our own Souls?
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It is observed by Jos. de Voysin out of the Author of the book Ikkarim, that the elevation of the hands of the Priest in the old Law at the blessing of the people, was imposition of hands;
It is observed by Jos. de Voysin out of the Author of the book Ikkarim, that the elevation of the hands of the Priest in the old Law At the blessing of the people, was imposition of hands;
I will assure you that this solemn Ingagement, together with Gods Grace and blessing that will descend upon you, will be your great guard and defence, your sword and buckler to beat off temptations that are apt most strongly to assault your younger years,
I will assure you that this solemn Engagement, together with God's Grace and blessing that will descend upon you, will be your great guard and defence, your sword and buckler to beatrice off temptations that Are apt most strongly to assault your younger Years,
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Therefore he that would not be without a shield in the midst of fiery darts, he that would not be weak and feeble among strong enemies, that would not be a prey to the Devil and the World, let him come,
Therefore he that would not be without a shield in the midst of fiery darts, he that would not be weak and feeble among strong enemies, that would not be a prey to the devil and the World, let him come,
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and put himself under the wings of the divine Majesty, by his own actual consent, let him give up himself into the hands of God, to be kept by his Power through faith unto salvation.
and put himself under the wings of the divine Majesty, by his own actual consent, let him give up himself into the hands of God, to be kept by his Power through faith unto salvation.
and to ingage himself more firmly in the Covenant of God by receiving the remembrances of his love, will not refuse to do that in word, which he intends to do in deed.
and to engage himself more firmly in the Covenant of God by receiving the remembrances of his love, will not refuse to do that in word, which he intends to do in deed.
because it hath been of late disused, or turned into another thing? Why shouldst thou blush to own holiness, to say before Christs Church, thou art resolved to lead a Christian life,
Because it hath been of late disused, or turned into Another thing? Why Shouldst thou blush to own holiness, to say before Christ Church, thou art resolved to led a Christian life,
as though it were fit to be professed only in a private corner, where none should hear thee? Why should it be accounted a strange thing to protest love to God? It is an honour and glory to us, that we may be Christians,
as though it were fit to be professed only in a private corner, where none should hear thee? Why should it be accounted a strange thing to protest love to God? It is an honour and glory to us, that we may be Christians,
We may be confident, that we shall never in a time of persecution confess him, (of Which these places in the margent speak, ) if we cannot be perswaded to do it among the Children of Peace? Will any one be ashamed that it should be told by the Minister, that such an one declared himself a Christian,
We may be confident, that we shall never in a time of persecution confess him, (of Which these places in the margin speak,) if we cannot be persuaded to do it among the Children of Peace? Will any one be ashamed that it should be told by the Minister, that such an one declared himself a Christian,
and hath to me avowed his Religion, and solemnly said, that he will by the Grace of God make good his baptismal promise? Will any one be loth it should be publiquely said, that he is a Christian? Why then should he not say so himself? Suppose you were not yet baptized,
and hath to me avowed his Religion, and solemnly said, that he will by the Grace of God make good his baptismal promise? Will any one be loath it should be publicly said, that he is a Christian? Why then should he not say so himself? Suppose you were not yet baptised,
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but Infants that cannot understand it? The more we know, shall we be the more loth to declare our liking of his wayes? Are you unwilling to represent the childs person,
but Infants that cannot understand it? The more we know, shall we be the more loath to declare our liking of his ways? are you unwilling to represent the child's person,
and profess publickly for it in the congregation? Why should you not do that for your selves which you are willing to do for others? Cannot he that comes in the name of a child,
and profess publicly for it in the congregation? Why should you not do that for your selves which you Are willing to do for Others? Cannot he that comes in the name of a child,
and saith, I believe, &c. I renounce, &c. come, and do the same in his own name? I do really think, that they that are unwilling to undertake Christs Profession by an open promise, would not be baptized if it had not been done in their Infant years, they would remain rather Heathens and Infidels,
and Says, I believe, etc. I renounce, etc. come, and do the same in his own name? I do really think, that they that Are unwilling to undertake Christ Profession by an open promise, would not be baptised if it had not been done in their Infant Years, they would remain rather heathens and Infidels,
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Unless therefore you will shew your selves to want all understanding, and not fit to be treated as men of common reason, put not away from you so many Intreaties.
Unless Therefore you will show your selves to want all understanding, and not fit to be treated as men of Common reason, put not away from you so many Entreaties.
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do not by refusing, cast an Aspersion upon your selves of having renounced Christ, and secretly entred into a confoederacy with the Devil to destroy his Kingdom,
do not by refusing, cast an Aspersion upon your selves of having renounced christ, and secretly entered into a confederacy with the devil to destroy his Kingdom,
) when this custom by a provincial decree of Card. Pooles was renewed after long neglect, the people were so zealous to receive the Bishops blessing, (which was all they went for,) that in some places the Church could not contain the people that resorted to him,
) when this custom by a provincial Decree of Card. Pools was renewed After long neglect, the people were so zealous to receive the Bishops blessing, (which was all they went for,) that in Some places the Church could not contain the people that resorted to him,
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Why should not men come now in as great Crowds, when another renewall in a more solemn manner is proposed? Why should not the young people assemble themselves together,
Why should not men come now in as great Crowds, when Another renewal in a more solemn manner is proposed? Why should not the young people assemble themselves together,
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and say, Come, Let us go to the house of the Lord, let us own Christ to be our Lord and Saviour, but only because men are loth to be ingaged to fear God,
and say, Come, Let us go to the house of the Lord, let us own christ to be our Lord and Saviour, but only Because men Are loath to be engaged to Fear God,
May not he be well satisfied without any bond from us, when (in mens account) he will never demand the Debt? Why should we pass our word for that which will never be required? seeing God can bear with mens rebellions,
May not he be well satisfied without any bound from us, when (in men's account) he will never demand the Debt? Why should we pass our word for that which will never be required? seeing God can bear with men's rebellions,
why should his Ministers be so rigid, as to exact an Oath of Allegiance? These are the thoughts of mens hearts, that God will cross all scores at the last,
why should his Ministers be so rigid, as to exact an Oath of Allegiance? These Are the thoughts of men's hearts, that God will cross all scores At the last,
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and then to what purpose is it to make any such serious Ingagements? If we had a window into mens breasts, we should see this Principle ingraven on their hearts, That the Gospel is Promises,
and then to what purpose is it to make any such serious Engagements? If we had a window into men's breasts, we should see this Principle engraven on their hearts, That the Gospel is Promises,
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If Popery should again prevail in England, and such a decree should be again revived, what would these men do? Would they be so backward as now they are to present themselves before the Congregation of God? It is most likely that fear or fancy might make those men receive their Oyntment in the fore-head,
If Popery should again prevail in England, and such a Decree should be again revived, what would these men do? Would they be so backward as now they Are to present themselves before the Congregation of God? It is most likely that Fear or fancy might make those men receive their Ointment in the forehead,
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So constantly it falls out, that what hath difficulty in it is refused, and all that requires our serious attention, upon some account or other is rejected,
So constantly it falls out, that what hath difficulty in it is refused, and all that requires our serious attention, upon Some account or other is rejected,
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If a Character (as they speak,) was to be impressed, and the benefit to arise ex opere operato out of the meer doing of the work, they would willingly be so sealed for Heaven,
If a Character (as they speak,) was to be impressed, and the benefit to arise ex Opere operato out of the mere doing of the work, they would willingly be so sealed for Heaven,
Julius Pollux likewise relates the like custom among the Greeks in the Common-wealth of Athens. When their young men were twenty years of age, their names were inscribed in the City-rolls, and they swore in the open air, (as if they would have all the world to hear them,) I will never disgrace my arms,
Julius Pollux likewise relates the like custom among the Greeks in the Commonwealth of Athens. When their young men were twenty Years of age, their names were inscribed in the City-rolls, and they swore in the open air, (as if they would have all the world to hear them,) I will never disgrace my arms,
nor deny him any service that he commands, nor neglect the Solemnities that he hath appointed? Then may the Persians and Athenians rise up in the Judgement against you, and condemn you.
nor deny him any service that he commands, nor neglect the Solemnities that he hath appointed? Then may the Persians and Athenians rise up in the Judgement against you, and condemn you.
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and under whose Protection they have been born and bred? Would you deny to acknowledge in open Court an Instrument for your Act and Deed, which was signed in your name in Infancy,
and under whose Protection they have been born and bred? Would you deny to acknowledge in open Court an Instrument for your Act and Deed, which was signed in your name in Infancy,
Let your own souls be the greatest part of your care, and let it not be said, that a rational creature will do that for an acre of Land, which he will not do to obtain Heaven, and all the territories above.
Let your own Souls be the greatest part of your care, and let it not be said, that a rational creature will do that for an acre of Land, which he will not do to obtain Heaven, and all the territories above.
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What joy would it cause in Heaven and Earth to see men coming to desire communion on these conditions, to behold men crowding into the Kingdom of Heaven,
What joy would it cause in Heaven and Earth to see men coming to desire communion on these conditions, to behold men crowding into the Kingdom of Heaven,
as they do into a Church, and longing after the food of the faithfull, as they do for meat and drink? Rejoyce I beseech you the heart of God, refresh the souls of his servants,
as they do into a Church, and longing After the food of the faithful, as they do for meat and drink? Rejoice I beseech you the heart of God, refresh the Souls of his Servants,
or no, will not live without this Sacrament, (as in a large sense it may be called,) though they understand the ends and duties of it no more then of the other.
or no, will not live without this Sacrament, (as in a large sense it may be called,) though they understand the ends and duties of it no more then of the other.
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and had taken their Baptismal vow upon themselves, knowing, that those were unfit to make a Covenant with each other, who knew not the Covenant of their God.
and had taken their Baptismal Voelli upon themselves, knowing, that those were unfit to make a Covenant with each other, who knew not the Covenant of their God.
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Do you not remember the font stood at the lower end of the Church, and the Communion-table at the higher? Could you come from the one to the other but by the Pulpit which stands in the middle between both? This teaches you (if you will learn,) that you are only entred into the Church,
Do you not Remember the font stood At the lower end of the Church, and the Communion table At the higher? Could you come from the one to the other but by the Pulpit which Stands in the middle between both? This Teaches you (if you will Learn,) that you Are only entered into the Church,
If all will not be granted that is here requested, yet do not deny all, but at lest profess to the Minister your hearty Repentance, and your belief in Christ,
If all will not be granted that is Here requested, yet do not deny all, but At lest profess to the Minister your hearty Repentance, and your belief in christ,
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if your conversation towards God and the world be more serious, grave and discreet, and you are not so easily amazed with the fears of sufferings and difficulties in your Christian course;
if your Conversation towards God and the world be more serious, grave and discreet, and you Are not so Easily amazed with the fears of sufferings and difficulties in your Christian course;
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In nullum nomen rel•gionis, seu v•r•m, s•u f•lsum co•g•tari p•ssant h••in•s, ni•• al quo Signaculorum seu Sacramentorum visib lium Cono•t•o •oll g•atur. adv. Faust. l. 19. cap. 11.
In nullum Nome rel•gionis, seu v•r•m, s•u f•lsum co•g•tari p•ssant h••in•s, ni•• all quo Signaculorum seu Sacramentorum Visib lium Cono•t•o •oll g•atur. Advantage. Faust. l. 19. cap. 11.
Mr. Pocock hath largely shewn that NONLATINALPHABET and NONLATINALPHABET do not signifie among them alwayes the Washing of the whole body, which is to be observed against those that make it now necessary. Not. Misc•l. cap. 9.
Mr. Pocock hath largely shown that and do not signify among them always the Washing of the Whole body, which is to be observed against those that make it now necessary. Not. Misc•l. cap. 9.
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Beside sundry of the Antients, Calvin, Beza, Piscator, H•nnius, I•yricus, Tossanus, G ynaeus, do so expound it. See also Hyperius and Bu•ling. In loc. who wish for the restoring of it in those Churches from which it had been banished.
Beside sundry of the Ancients, calvin, Beza, Piscator, H•nnius, I•yricus, Tossanus, G ynaeus, do so expound it. See also Hyperius and Bu•ling. In loc. who wish for the restoring of it in those Churches from which it had been banished.
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Dr. Jackson. l. 10. upon the Creed. Cap. 50. To which add the words of another more antient, annexed at the end of this Treatise, and because of its length, not here inserted.
Dr. Jackson. l. 10. upon the Creed. Cap. 50. To which add the words of Another more ancient, annexed At the end of this Treatise, and Because of its length, not Here inserted.
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