Solomons choice: or, A president for kings and princes, and all that are in authority, presented in a sermon before the Honourable House of Commons at Margarets Westminster, at their publique fast, Septemb. 25. 1644. By Lazarus Seaman, pastor of the Church of Christ at Alhallowes-Breadstreet-London. One of the Assembly of Divines.
OR, A President for KINGS, and PRINCES, and all that are in Authority. 1. KINGS chap. 3. vers. 9. Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discerne betweene good and bad:
OR, A President for KINGS, and PRINCES, and all that Are in authority. 1. KINGS chap. 3. vers. 9. Give Therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad:
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FOr more orderly entrance into the handling of these words, and the better understanding both of them and of the context, there are three speciall things which I shall commend unto your present observation out of this Chapter. 1. Solomons love to God. 2. Gods love to Solomon. and 3. The speciall use which Solomon made of Gods speciall love unto him.
FOr more orderly Entrance into the handling of these words, and the better understanding both of them and of the context, there Are three special things which I shall commend unto your present observation out of this Chapter. 1. Solomons love to God. 2. God's love to Solomon. and 3. The special use which Solomon made of God's special love unto him.
His marrying of Pharaohs daughter is no where imputed unto him for a sinne, because it is supposed she was before the marriage converted to the true Religion.
His marrying of Pharaohs daughter is no where imputed unto him for a sin, Because it is supposed she was before the marriage converted to the true Religion.
That they are lovers of themselves, and lovers of pleasures more then lovers of God . 2. There is no absolute perfection to be found in the best of Gods servants.
That they Are lovers of themselves, and lovers of pleasures more then lovers of God. 2. There is no absolute perfection to be found in the best of God's Servants.
David was a man after Gods owne heart, except in the matter of Ʋriah. That which is said of the Angell and Church of Sardis, I have not found thy works perfect before God , may be said of all Magistrates, Ministers, and the best Christians.
David was a man After God's own heart, except in the matter of Ʋriah. That which is said of the Angel and Church of Sardis, I have not found thy works perfect before God, may be said of all Magistrates, Ministers, and the best Christians.
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Therefore, 1. let us humble our selves upon all occasions, and be serious in the worke and businesse of this day, which is to afflict our soules before God .
Therefore, 1. let us humble our selves upon all occasions, and be serious in the work and business of this day, which is to afflict our Souls before God.
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But above all, 4. let's trust perfectly to the grace of Christ , and rest wholy and alone upon him, who of God is made unto us wisdome, righteousnesse, sanctification and redemption .
But above all, 4. let's trust perfectly to the grace of christ, and rest wholly and alone upon him, who of God is made unto us Wisdom, righteousness, sanctification and redemption.
As touching Gods love to Solomon, it's largely described from the fifth verse to the fifteenth, wherein we have the History of a most holy and gracious communication between God and Solomon in a dreame, in which the exub'rancy of Gods love to him appeares by these particulars.
As touching God's love to Solomon, it's largely described from the fifth verse to the fifteenth, wherein we have the History of a most holy and gracious communication between God and Solomon in a dream, in which the exub'rancy of God's love to him appears by these particulars.
And God said, aske what I shall give thee, at the fifth verse; a strong temptation, and yet withall an extraordinary favour, and that which cannot be paralleld.
And God said, ask what I shall give thee, At the fifth verse; a strong temptation, and yet withal an extraordinary favour, and that which cannot be paralleled.
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'Twas a great liberty which Abraham tooke to himselfe in prayer, when he said, Lord God, what wilt thou give me, seeing I goe childlesses &c. And God did mightily stoope unto that unbeleeving Ahaz, in saying, Aske thee a signe of the Lord thy God: aske it either in the depth, or in the height above.
'Twas a great liberty which Abraham took to himself in prayer, when he said, Lord God, what wilt thou give me, seeing I go childlesses etc. And God did mightily stoop unto that unbelieving Ahaz, in saying, Ask thee a Signen of the Lord thy God: ask it either in the depth, or in the height above.
And the speech pleased the Lord, that Solomon had asked this thing, the tenth vers•. Lastly, in multiplying of his blessings upon him beyond all desert, and expectation.
And the speech pleased the Lord, that Solomon had asked this thing, the tenth vers•. Lastly, in multiplying of his blessings upon him beyond all desert, and expectation.
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By all which there is a lively demonstration, that besides the common love of God to mankind, and his speciall love towards his Church and children, there is a singular and peculiar love wherein he abounds towards some according to his good pleasure.
By all which there is a lively demonstration, that beside the Common love of God to mankind, and his special love towards his Church and children, there is a singular and peculiar love wherein he abounds towards Some according to his good pleasure.
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We have every one of us a full brest of consolation in the promises, Aske, and it shall be given you, &c. Mat. 7. 7. If ye shall aske any thing in my name, I will doe it, saith Christ our advocate.
We have every one of us a full breast of consolation in the promises, Ask, and it shall be given you, etc. Mathew 7. 7. If you shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it, Says christ our advocate.
The third speciall, and that which is most remarkable in the Chapter is the singular use which Solomon made of Gods singular love; That consisteth in two particulars:
The third special, and that which is most remarkable in the Chapter is the singular use which Solomon made of God's singular love; That Consisteth in two particulars:
Our daies of humiliation wherein we have long waited on the Lord, and still doe waite, would soone be turned into daies of thankesgiving, according to that promise in Zachary, chap. 8. vers. 19. Thus saith the Lord of hosts, the Fast of the fourth moneth,
Our days of humiliation wherein we have long waited on the Lord, and still do wait, would soon be turned into days of thanksgiving, according to that promise in Zachary, chap. 8. vers. 19. Thus Says the Lord of hosts, the Fast of the fourth Monn,
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and the Fast of the fifth, and the Fast of the seventh, and the Fast of the tenth shall be to the house of Judah joy and gladnesse, and cheerfull Feasts.
and the Fast of the fifth, and the Fast of the seventh, and the Fast of the tenth shall be to the house of Judah joy and gladness, and cheerful Feasts.
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If it be demanded, what remedy? the answer is out of the words of the Text, Give unto thy servant an understanding heart, &c. In which words we have three things to consider of. 1. Solomons choice, or desire.
If it be demanded, what remedy? the answer is out of the words of the Text, Give unto thy servant an understanding heart, etc. In which words we have three things to Consider of. 1. Solomons choice, or desire.
The ground and reason of his desire is partly the sense of his owne weaknesse and insufficiency, which is intimated here in that exclamation at the close, For who is able to judge this thy so great a people? and more fully expressed in the seventh verse.
The ground and reason of his desire is partly the sense of his own weakness and insufficiency, which is intimated Here in that exclamation At the close, For who is able to judge this thy so great a people? and more Fully expressed in the seventh verse.
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And for the better understanding of every tittle in the Text, and that every word may be duely weighed before I settle on any point of doctrine, I shall endeavour to hold out unto you such observations as may the better enable us to comprehend whatsoever it pleaseth God herein to reach forth to us by his Spirit.
And for the better understanding of every tittle in the Text, and that every word may be duly weighed before I settle on any point of Doctrine, I shall endeavour to hold out unto you such observations as may the better enable us to comprehend whatsoever it Pleases God herein to reach forth to us by his Spirit.
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Ʋnto thy servant ] an humble description of himselfe. Kings are Lords and Masters towards men, but servants towards God. Under his authority. At his command. Set up by his providence. Deposed at his good pleasure.
Ʋnto thy servant ] an humble description of himself. Kings Are lords and Masters towards men, but Servants towards God. Under his Authority. At his command. Set up by his providence. Deposed At his good pleasure.
And by that other relation which the holy Ghost makes in a Chron. 1. 10. Give me now wisdome and knowledge, that I may goe out and come in before this people, &c.
And by that other Relation which the holy Ghost makes in a Chronicles 1. 10. Give me now Wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people, etc.
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All people are Gods people by Creation, and generall Providence, but Israel were his peculiar people. Yea, a peculiar treasure unto him above all people — A Kingdome of Priests, and a holy Nation .
All people Are God's people by Creation, and general Providence, but Israel were his peculiar people. Yea, a peculiar treasure unto him above all people — A Kingdom of Priests, and a holy nation.
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This therefore doth sadly aggravate the sinnes of many Governours in these latter ages, that all the injuries which they doe unto their subjects, are done to Christians, to Gods people, by such as professe themselves to be Christians.
This Therefore does sadly aggravate the Sins of many Governors in these latter ages, that all the injuries which they do unto their subject's, Are done to Christians, to God's people, by such as profess themselves to be Christians.
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An humble heart takes a true estimate of difficulties as they are, and such a heart God had graciously given unto Solomon. And thus far of the expressions and their significancy, which fall under the first Observation. The second Observation is this:
an humble heart Takes a true estimate of difficulties as they Are, and such a heart God had graciously given unto Solomon. And thus Far of the expressions and their significancy, which fallen under the First Observation. The second Observation is this:
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whether it was to try him, or otherwise; much lesse of Gods power, or faithfulnesse: but in •ull assurance of faith he closes with the promise implied in the command,
whither it was to try him, or otherwise; much less of God's power, or faithfulness: but in •ull assurance of faith he closes with the promise implied in the command,
and improves the liberty which God had granted him with all holy boldnesse. Oh that we were like minded in reference to all the great and precious promises which are spread before us in the Scripture. Open thy mouth wide, (saith God) and I will fill it .
and improves the liberty which God had granted him with all holy boldness. O that we were like minded in Referente to all the great and precious promises which Are spread before us in the Scripture. Open thy Mouth wide, (Says God) and I will fill it.
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The Lord in mercy vouchsafe us this grace, on this day of prayer, and then we shall have no occasion to complaine as those wicked ones in Job, - What profit should we have if we pray unto him? Or as those hypocrites in Isaiah, Wherefore have we fasted, say they,
The Lord in mercy vouchsafe us this grace, on this day of prayer, and then we shall have no occasion to complain as those wicked ones in Job, - What profit should we have if we pray unto him? Or as those Hypocrites in Isaiah, Wherefore have we fasted, say they,
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If we had all more wisdome in prayer, we might speed better, if it were but so much as Bernard had, to say, Lord thou that givest grace to the humble, give me grace to be humble .
If we had all more Wisdom in prayer, we might speed better, if it were but so much as Bernard had, to say, Lord thou that givest grace to the humble, give me grace to be humble.
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and the good of the whole Kingdome, would be much more promoted then it is, were it not for those shamefull and inexecusable contestations which are betweene those who are otherwise most Honourable, and well-deserving, about points of honour, and by-respects.
and the good of the Whole Kingdom, would be much more promoted then it is, were it not for those shameful and inexecusable contestations which Are between those who Are otherwise most Honourable, and well-deserving, about points of honour, and byrespects.
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The sixt Observation. The King here makes no question but God had grace and wisdome enough in store, to enable him for his Kingly Office, that he might bring glory to God,
The sixt Observation. The King Here makes no question but God had grace and Wisdom enough in store, to enable him for his Kingly Office, that he might bring glory to God,
What shall we say to those most considerable places in Jeremy, wherein God seemes to set out all the dimensions of his love toward his people the Jewes? And it shall come to passe,
What shall we say to those most considerable places in Jeremiah, wherein God seems to Set out all the dimensions of his love towards his people the Jews? And it shall come to pass,
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Then shal there enter into the gates of this City Kings, & Princes sitting upon the Thron of David, riding in Charets, &c. It seemes therefore that profanation of the Sabbath is very prejudiciall unto Kings,
Then shall there enter into the gates of this city Kings, & Princes sitting upon the Thron of David, riding in Charets, etc. It seems Therefore that profanation of the Sabbath is very prejudicial unto Kings,
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Among the glorious things which are promised unto the Church of God, to be enjoyed in the latter ages of the world, this is one, and a principall meanes which is ordained towards the compleating of her happinesse, that Kings shall be her nursing fathers, and Queens her nursing mothers .
Among the glorious things which Are promised unto the Church of God, to be enjoyed in the latter ages of the world, this is one, and a principal means which is ordained towards the completing of her happiness, that Kings shall be her nursing Father's, and Queen's her nursing mother's.
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In the maine quarrell, I am confident we may plead our innocency, and say with David in the case betweene him and Saul. - Judge me, O Lord, according to my righteousnesse,
In the main quarrel, I am confident we may plead our innocency, and say with David in the case between him and Saul. - Judge me, Oh Lord, according to my righteousness,
The haters of the Lord should have submitted themselves unto him - And Solomon, When a mans waies please the Lord, he maketh his enemies to be at peace with him.
The haters of the Lord should have submitted themselves unto him - And Solomon, When a men ways please the Lord, he makes his enemies to be At peace with him.
We must needs conclude therefore, that our waies are sinfull, crooked, waies that are not good, seeing so many who were our friends are become our enemies.
We must needs conclude Therefore, that our ways Are sinful, crooked, ways that Are not good, seeing so many who were our Friends Are become our enemies.
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Let not us therefore despaire, either in regard of our selves, or Our King. He that made Esau, and Laban relent towards Jacob: That caused Saul to acknowledge unto David, Thou art more righteous than I:
Let not us Therefore despair, either in regard of our selves, or Our King. He that made Esau, and Laban relent towards Jacob: That caused Saul to acknowledge unto David, Thou art more righteous than I:
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And he that gave his people favour in the eyes of those who carried them captives, even that great heart-commander is able to set us all right in the apprehensions and affections of Him who is now too many waies at distance from us.
And he that gave his people favour in the eyes of those who carried them captives, even that great heart-commander is able to Set us all right in the apprehensions and affections of Him who is now too many ways At distance from us.
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How wonderfull is that passage concerning Amphilochius of Iconium, who changed the Arrian Emperors heart, by denying that reverence to his sonne which he expected should be given him? But consider what the Scripture says further:
How wonderful is that passage Concerning Amphilochius of Iconium, who changed the Arrian Emperor's heart, by denying that Reverence to his son which he expected should be given him? But Consider what the Scripture Says further:
Righteous lips are the delight of Kings, and they love him that speaketh right. Prov. 16. 13. He that loveth purenesse of heart, for the grace of his lips the King shall be his friend. Prov. 22. 11. I shall not need to speake of these by way of applicacation.
Righteous lips Are the delight of Kings, and they love him that speaks right. Curae 16. 13. He that loves pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips the King shall be his friend. Curae 22. 11. I shall not need to speak of these by Way of applicacation.
By this time there is sufficient light given, as I hope even to the inside of the Text. But a maine part of the worke is yet behind, which is to raise some Doctrines, and give in the Ʋses of them.
By this time there is sufficient Light given, as I hope even to the inside of the Text. But a main part of the work is yet behind, which is to raise Some Doctrines, and give in the Ʋses of them.
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I shall not need to prosecute any of these points at large, it will suffice to speake something of every one of them mixtly, rather to worke them into the heart by some quickning explication,
I shall not need to prosecute any of these points At large, it will suffice to speak something of every one of them mixedly, rather to work them into the heart by Some quickening explication,
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If the question be, what it is that such as are in authority have to doe? here is the answer. Not to exercise an arbitrary power over mens goods, and persons, estates and lives.
If the question be, what it is that such as Are in Authority have to do? Here is the answer. Not to exercise an arbitrary power over men's goods, and Persons, estates and lives.
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Daniel speaking of Nebuchadnezzar says of him, Whom he would he slew, and whom he would he kept alive, &c. But therein he relates not jus regis but factum. Not what was done as of right, but what used to be done by usurpation. He which ruleth over men must be just.
daniel speaking of Nebuchadnezzar Says of him, Whom he would he slew, and whom he would he kept alive, etc. But therein he relates not jus regis but factum. Not what was done as of right, but what used to be done by usurpation. He which Ruleth over men must be just.
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Altogether just (NONLATINALPHABET) Justice, justice. The doubling of the word is for more vehemency. The meaning is, all manner of justice, and nothing but justice, exactly, carefully, and continually.
Altogether just () justice, Justice. The doubling of the word is for more vehemency. The meaning is, all manner of Justice, and nothing but Justice, exactly, carefully, and continually.
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him that hath an high looke, and a proud heart will I not suffer, &c. 5. By all good and lawfull meanes to provide that all sorts of men, and especially such as are in covenant with God may lead a quiet and a peaceable life, in all godlinesse and honesty. Subjects must pray for this .
him that hath an high look, and a proud heart will I not suffer, etc. 5. By all good and lawful means to provide that all sorts of men, and especially such as Are in Covenant with God may led a quiet and a peaceable life, in all godliness and honesty. Subjects must pray for this.
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Rulers must improve their authority toward the furtherance of it. This must be their end, ayme, desire, and endeavour. Gods example toward men. His command laid upon Governours.
Rulers must improve their Authority towards the furtherance of it. This must be their end, aim, desire, and endeavour. God's Exampl towards men. His command laid upon Governors.
The light of nature, and dictate of every mans conscience, as also the Oaths which are usually tendered, almost among all Nations to Princes at their solemne Coronation, doe not onely sufficiently informe,
The Light of nature, and dictate of every men conscience, as also the Oaths which Are usually tendered, almost among all nations to Princes At their solemn Coronation, do not only sufficiently inform,
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And that Governours may be the better able, and more faithfull in judgeing, it is exceeding necessary, that they discerne betweene good and bad, which is the second thing wherein Solomon desires to be enabled by God,
And that Governors may be the better able, and more faithful in judging, it is exceeding necessary, that they discern between good and bad, which is the second thing wherein Solomon Desires to be enabled by God,
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The phrases of the Originall Language are not altogether the same in the Text , and in the place last cited (c), but the sense seemes to be one in both,
The phrases of the Original Language Are not altogether the same in the Text, and in the place last cited (c), but the sense seems to be one in both,
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and plainely to imply, that as all Christians in matters of faith and Religion should labour to have their senses exercised to discerne both good and evill ,
and plainly to imply, that as all Christians in matters of faith and Religion should labour to have their Senses exercised to discern both good and evil,
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1. For themselves, that they may know what they have to doe upon all occasions, and distinguish betweene the right hand and the left, to secure their owne inward peace,
1. For themselves, that they may know what they have to do upon all occasions, and distinguish between the right hand and the left, to secure their own inward peace,
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When Solomon had given proofe in one speciall instance of his ability this way, the Text says, All Israel heard of the judgement which the King had judged,
When Solomon had given proof in one special instance of his ability this Way, the Text Says, All Israel herd of the judgement which the King had judged,
How miserably the judgements of some are blinded, their affections misplaced, their waies and doings corrupted for want of ability this way, poore subjects have too much seene and felt.
How miserably the Judgments of Some Are blinded, their affections misplaced, their ways and doings corrupted for want of ability this Way, poor subject's have too much seen and felt.
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There was a great deale of zeale against the poore Gibeonites, and none against the Amalekites, though there was a Covenant to preserve the one and both a generall and a speciall Law to destroy the other.
There was a great deal of zeal against the poor Gibeonites, and none against the Amalekites, though there was a Covenant to preserve the one and both a general and a special Law to destroy the other.
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If it were not so, there would be no cause for the Lord to threaten in that manner as he doth by Isaiah. - Woe unto them that decree unrighteous decrees, and that write grievousnesse, which they have prescribed.
If it were not so, there would be no cause for the Lord to threaten in that manner as he does by Isaiah. - Woe unto them that Decree unrighteous decrees, and that write grievousness, which they have prescribed.
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And if men be not sit to mannage the businesse of the poore unlesse they be even full of the holy Ghost and wisdome, it will clearely follow that the greater and more noble imployments doe much more require alike proportion of endowment.
And if men be not fit to manage the business of the poor unless they be even full of the holy Ghost and Wisdom, it will clearly follow that the greater and more noble employments do much more require alike proportion of endowment.
even among you that will drive their owne designes, and consult their owne interests, and so make parties and factions, to the prejudice of publique good.
even among you that will drive their own designs, and consult their own interests, and so make parties and factions, to the prejudice of public good.
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Among enemies we may well reckon flatterers, hypocrites, false friends, as well as those who are factious, seditious, rebellious, traiterous, heady, and high-minded, and it will require no small measure of wisdome to deale with all these to advantage.
Among enemies we may well reckon Flatterers, Hypocrites, false Friends, as well as those who Are factious, seditious, rebellious, traitorous, heady, and High-minded, and it will require no small measure of Wisdom to deal with all these to advantage.
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The persons which they have to governe are many in number, of different conditions, dispositions, opinions, in whom there is a mixture of all contrarieties.
The Persons which they have to govern Are many in number, of different conditions, dispositions, opinions, in whom there is a mixture of all contrarieties.
The want of a little wisdome doth often prove a great prejudice, not onely to the credit of such as are in authority but to the successe of their affaires.
The want of a little Wisdom does often prove a great prejudice, not only to the credit of such as Are in Authority but to the success of their affairs.
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Besides all these generals, I desire these few particulars may be taken into consideration. 1. Even the best Governours are subject to a great deale of censure.
Beside all these generals, I desire these few particulars may be taken into consideration. 1. Even the best Governors Are Subject to a great deal of censure.
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Many that seeke advantages against them, and waite for their halting. If any evill befall the multitude they are apt to charge it upon such as are over them.
Many that seek advantages against them, and wait for their halting. If any evil befall the multitude they Are apt to charge it upon such as Are over them.
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and for the dreadfull confusion of Korah and his complices. When Davids company were a little more then ordinarily distressed, they spake of stoning him.
and for the dreadful confusion of Korah and his accomplices. When Davids company were a little more then ordinarily distressed, they spoke of stoning him.
Yet there is a strict account to be given unto God hereafter. For we must all appeare before the Judgement-seat of Christ, that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done,
Yet there is a strict account to be given unto God hereafter. For we must all appear before the Judgement-seat of christ, that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done,
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Shifts, subtilties, excuses, &c. will stand no man in stead at that day. Who ever ponders these things aright will surely apply his heart unto wisdome.
Shifts, subtleties, excuses, etc. will stand no man in stead At that day. Who ever ponders these things aright will surely apply his heart unto Wisdom.
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Yet because some, though they be not so Atheisticall as to question the foregoing consideration, may be the lesse affected with it because it's future,
Yet Because Some, though they be not so Atheistical as to question the foregoing consideration, may be the less affected with it Because it's future,
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His instruments for number are legions, for property they transforme themselves into Angels of light; and as touching the measure of their wisdome, they are in their generation wiser than the children of light.
His Instruments for number Are legions, for property they transform themselves into Angels of Light; and as touching the measure of their Wisdom, they Are in their generation Wiser than the children of Light.
It's hard to looke besides the proofe of this point, if we cast our eyes into the booke of Proverbs. Thus we read in the third chapter, Happy is the man that findeth wisdome,
It's hard to look beside the proof of this point, if we cast our eyes into the book of Proverbs. Thus we read in the third chapter, Happy is the man that finds Wisdom,
For the merchandize of it is better than the merchandize of Silver, and the gaine thereof than fine Gold. &c. And in the fourth chapter, Wisdome is the principall thing, therefore get wisdome;
For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of Silver, and the gain thereof than fine Gold. etc. And in the fourth chapter, Wisdom is the principal thing, Therefore get Wisdom;
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and with Alexander who quickly skipt over the world like a Goat, (according to Daniels prophecy) and touched not the ground, as if he had flowne in the ayre, rather than marched with an Army on earth.
and with Alexander who quickly skipped over the world like a Goat, (according to Daniel's prophecy) and touched not the ground, as if he had flown in the air, rather than marched with an Army on earth.
But this great horne was soon broken, and all his glory like Jonahs gourd, grew up and withered all in a day. 4. It's better also then successe in businesse,
But this great horn was soon broken, and all his glory like Jonahs gourd, grew up and withered all in a day. 4. It's better also then success in business,
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Wherein consists the excellency of Christ, as King of the Church, but in this, that the Spirit of the Lord rests upon him, the spirit of wisdome and understanding, the spirit of counsell and might, the spirit of knowledge,
Wherein consists the excellency of christ, as King of the Church, but in this, that the Spirit of the Lord rests upon him, the Spirit of Wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge,
How to order all their affaires, and each part of their Office upon all occasions to right ends, by a strait rule, in due season, with respect to all circumstances, that what is done may be just, honourable, seemely, and most gracefull.
How to order all their affairs, and each part of their Office upon all occasions to right ends, by a strait Rule, in due season, with respect to all Circumstances, that what is done may be just, honourable, seemly, and most graceful.
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Prov. 14. 8. David was short of Solomon in point of wisdome, and yet for government as well as in other respects he was a man after Gods owne heart, and therein a type of Christ who is often called David by the Prophets. Some great Emperours were no Schollers without any great prejudice to their good government.
Curae 14. 8. David was short of Solomon in point of Wisdom, and yet for government as well as in other respects he was a man After God's own heart, and therein a type of christ who is often called David by the prophets. some great emperors were no Scholars without any great prejudice to their good government.
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and yet no understanding in matters of peculiar concernment, is not onely dishonourable to himselfe, but pernicious to his people in regard whereof thats too often verified.
and yet no understanding in matters of peculiar concernment, is not only dishonourable to himself, but pernicious to his people in regard whereof thats too often verified.
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We need no more proofe then those words of the Apostle James, If any of you lacke wisdome let him aske of God that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not:
We need no more proof then those words of the Apostle James, If any of you lack Wisdom let him ask of God that gives to all men liberally, and upbraideth not:
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Good bookes, good parts, good counsell, Good example, and Gods Word, and the daily study and meditation thereof doe joyntly and severally conduce much to get and perfect wisdome,
Good books, good parts, good counsel, Good Exampl, and God's Word, and the daily study and meditation thereof do jointly and severally conduce much to get and perfect Wisdom,
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when we restrained prayer aforehand? Strong resolutions, vigorous endeavours, a prudent choice of fit instruments, the nicke of time, all possible care come to nothing if God oppose,
when we restrained prayer aforehand? Strong resolutions, vigorous endeavours, a prudent choice of fit Instruments, the neck of time, all possible care come to nothing if God oppose,
And when he is humbly sought unto in prayer, we speed as Eliezer in his undertaking to provide a wife for Isaac, as if the things which we desire ran on wheeles toward us.
And when he is humbly sought unto in prayer, we speed as Eliezer in his undertaking to provide a wife for Isaac, as if the things which we desire ran on wheels towards us.
I'le not insist upon any use of reproofe, but reserve that entirely to my selfe. There needs no consutation. The points themselves are matter of instruction. But exhortation is exceeding necessary,
I'll not insist upon any use of reproof, but reserve that entirely to my self. There needs no consultation. The points themselves Are matter of instruction. But exhortation is exceeding necessary,
or his owne person, any one faculty, or the least member? It were good for us with David, to take heed to our waies, that we sinne not with our tongue, to keepe our mouth with a bridle while the wicked is before us .
or his own person, any one faculty, or the least member? It were good for us with David, to take heed to our ways, that we sin not with our tongue, to keep our Mouth with a bridle while the wicked is before us.
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A little wisdome may stand us in more stead then a great deale of strength, witnesse that Parable or History, I know not whether to call it, of the little City and few men in it, which was delivered by a poore wise man from a great King who came and besieged it, and built bulwarks against it .
A little Wisdom may stand us in more stead then a great deal of strength, witness that Parable or History, I know not whither to call it, of the little city and few men in it, which was Delivered by a poor wise man from a great King who Come and besieged it, and built bulwarks against it.
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If there be any Plaister that can heale our wounds, or any Physicke to cure that deadly disease whereof Church and State have long been sicke, I'me sure wisdome must be the principall ingredient.
If there be any Plaster that can heal our wounds, or any Physic to cure that deadly disease whereof Church and State have long been sick, I'm sure Wisdom must be the principal ingredient.
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There's likely to be another Earth-quake to rent not onely the vaile of the Temple, but also the foundations of it. Nothing but wisdome can prevent this,
There's likely to be Another Earthquake to rend not only the veil of the Temple, but also the foundations of it. Nothing but Wisdom can prevent this,
Thirdly, let us pray earnestly for our selves, and one for anothert, that we may be richly supplied with this grace, each of us according to our need in all respects.
Thirdly, let us pray earnestly for our selves, and one for anothert, that we may be richly supplied with this grace, each of us according to our need in all respects.
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There is a speciall promise made to Christ in those words, Behold my servant shall deale prudently, he shall be exalted and extolled, and be very high .
There is a special promise made to christ in those words, Behold my servant shall deal prudently, he shall be exalted and extolled, and be very high.
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Yea, and how to carry themselves among men, wherein they sometimes so excell that they are exceeding beneficial unto others, and their adversaries are either convinced, or astonished.
Yea, and how to carry themselves among men, wherein they sometime so excel that they Are exceeding beneficial unto Others, and their Adversaries Are either convinced, or astonished.
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Which implies, that when God blesses Church or State he will provide governours for them that shall be wise as well as just, and so order things that all may lead a quiet and a peaceable life in all godlinesse and honesty .
Which Implies, that when God Blesses Church or State he will provide Governors for them that shall be wise as well as just, and so order things that all may led a quiet and a peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.
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But it is as hard a matter to obey well, as to rule well; the rather because the Powers which be are sometimes divided against God, and among themselves.
But it is as hard a matter to obey well, as to Rule well; the rather Because the Powers which be Are sometime divided against God, and among themselves.
and yet if men were to resolve this case blindfold, I meane abstractively from by respects and partiality, there is not one of a thousand who consulting with the light of nature,
and yet if men were to resolve this case blindfold, I mean abstractively from by respects and partiality, there is not one of a thousand who consulting with the Light of nature,
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In a word, to kisse the sonne lest he be angry, and to make this our onely designe, that whether we live or die we may be the Lords, and when Christ Jesus shal come the second time we may be found in the number of those on the right hand, whom he will welcome to himselfe, saying, Come ye blessed of my father, inherit the Kingdome prepared for you, from the foundation of the world .
In a word, to kiss the son lest he be angry, and to make this our only Design, that whither we live or die we may be the lords, and when christ jesus shall come the second time we may be found in the number of those on the right hand, whom he will welcome to himself, saying, Come you blessed of my father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you, from the Foundation of the world.
To try the spirits, and to know his true Ministers from the messengers of Satan, who transforme themselves into Angels of light, Who be the Foxes, the little Foxes, that spoile the Vines,
To try the spirits, and to know his true Ministers from the messengers of Satan, who transform themselves into Angels of Light, Who be the Foxes, the little Foxes, that spoil the Vines,
As touching the second part of the exhortation, to such as are in authority, and entrusted with the publique weale, out of the depth of affection which I beare them,
As touching the second part of the exhortation, to such as Are in Authority, and Entrusted with the public weal, out of the depth of affection which I bear them,
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and subjection, to spread before them the following considerations, that their way may be like the path of the just, which is •s the shining light that shineth more and more unto the perfect day . The first consideration is this.
and subjection, to spread before them the following considerations, that their Way may be like the path of the just, which is •s the shining Light that shines more and more unto the perfect day. The First consideration is this.
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The causes assigned of this so fearefull a judgement which the Prophet (though most eloquent) wanted words to expresse, were Hypocrisie, and Superstition in Religion.
The Causes assigned of this so fearful a judgement which the Prophet (though most eloquent) wanted words to express, were Hypocrisy, and Superstition in Religion.
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Balaams wisdome was to cast a stumbling blocke before the children of Israel , to make them eate things sacrificed unto Idols, and to commit fornication.
Balaams Wisdom was to cast a stumbling block before the children of Israel, to make them eat things sacrificed unto Idols, and to commit fornication.
Jeroboams wisdome was to make Religion serve the State, but while he laboured to stablish himselfe by this meanes, he rooted out both his family, and the Kingdome it selfe .
Jeroboams Wisdom was to make Religion serve the State, but while he laboured to establish himself by this means, he rooted out both his family, and the Kingdom it self.
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It's one of Solomons observations too often verified. Folly is set in great dignity . But Job speakes more fully of the way of Gods judgements in this kind.
It's one of Solomons observations too often verified. Folly is Set in great dignity. But Job speaks more Fully of the Way of God's Judgments in this kind.
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He leadeth Counsellors away spoiled, and maketh the Judges fooles . The nineteenth chapter of the Prophesie of Isaiah is full of expressions to this purpose.
He leads Counsellors away spoiled, and makes the Judges Fools. The nineteenth chapter of the Prophesy of Isaiah is full of expressions to this purpose.
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We are apt to desire more and more power, but what gaine we by that without wisdome? Great men had need to be of all other most humble. And more care must be taken to know how to governe,
We Are apt to desire more and more power, but what gain we by that without Wisdom? Great men had need to be of all other most humble. And more care must be taken to know how to govern,
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Among other observations touching their disposition, there's one noted by Gildas of old, that they desire novi aliquid audire, to heare of some new waies:
Among other observations touching their disposition, there's one noted by Gildas of old, that they desire novi Aliquid Audire, to hear of Some new ways:
The question is not (as sometime in the Roman Senate) whether Christ shall be God or no? It's resolved among all Christians that he is King of Kings, and Lord of Lords.
The question is not (as sometime in the Roman Senate) whither christ shall be God or no? It's resolved among all Christians that he is King of Kings, and Lord of lords.
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And his Kingdome is given him of his Father, and when and where he pleases he will rule as King even in the midst of his enemies, & bef•re they are aware. His Will in the Church is a Law, and therefore our onely enquiry is, What is the mind of Christ? In matters of Religion you may over-doe, and under-doe; too much, and too little.
And his Kingdom is given him of his Father, and when and where he Pleases he will Rule as King even in the midst of his enemies, & bef•re they Are aware. His Will in the Church is a Law, and Therefore our only enquiry is, What is the mind of christ? In matters of Religion you may overdo, and underdo; too much, and too little.
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The things are certaine, both from Christ, how to set out the bounds of each, that they may consist and promote one another in the Church is a taske that will try all your wisdomes.
The things Are certain, both from christ, how to Set out the bounds of each, that they may consist and promote one Another in the Church is a task that will try all your wisdoms.
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The World hath beene mistaken in these things a great while, and Christ professedly wages warre with the Kings of the earth in these latter daies, and shall overcome them .
The World hath been mistaken in these things a great while, and christ professedly wages war with the Kings of the earth in these latter days, and shall overcome them.
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Yea, he invites all the Fowles of the ayre, and Beasts of the field to banquet on the flesh of Kings, Captaines, great and small, &c. Which argues there is some neglect towards him,
Yea, he invites all the Fowls of the air, and Beasts of the field to banquet on the Flesh of Kings, Captains, great and small, etc. Which argues there is Some neglect towards him,
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And further. Compare your worke with Solomons, the advantages, and di•advantages, how farre forth it is alike, or unlike. It's alike in these things. 1. He had the sonnes of ••rviah as a speciall charge , they were too strong for David his father,
And further. Compare your work with Solomons, the advantages, and di•advantages, how Far forth it is alike, or unlike. It's alike in these things. 1. He had the Sons of ••rviah as a special charge, they were too strong for David his father,
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Let none of those evils be found in Y••u, or your Committees, which your selves have complained of in his Court and Councellors. He that hath called you unto all this will I hope enable you through his owne Almighty power, for his mercy sake.
Let none of those evils be found in Y••u, or your Committees, which your selves have complained of in his Court and Councillors. He that hath called you unto all this will I hope enable you through his own Almighty power, for his mercy sake.
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Even among your friends there are too many that raise mists, and scare you with threats of losing a party. &c. There be many hypocrites, and fiatterers.
Even among your Friends there Are too many that raise mists, and scare you with Treats of losing a party. etc. There be many Hypocrites, and fiatterers.
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and they commanded to forbeare the publishing and spreading of them for the present. There be many dangerous bookes abroad, dangerous at least; I le say no more.
and they commanded to forbear the publishing and spreading of them for the present. There be many dangerous books abroad, dangerous At least; I le say no more.
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Our Lord Christ Jesus, whose we are, and whom we serve, will right himselfe as he pleases upon all those who revile any Ordinance or Servants of his owne appointing.
Our Lord christ jesus, whose we Are, and whom we serve, will right himself as he Pleases upon all those who revile any Ordinance or Servants of his own appointing.
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Your worke is easie, if it be no more then to repeale all Lawes already made in matter of Religion and to bind your selves from ever medling in such matters hereafter. One of those bookes is reported to be burnt by Order. The shell is sometimes throwne into the fire,
Your work is easy, if it be no more then to repeal all Laws already made in matter of Religion and to bind your selves from ever meddling in such matters hereafter. One of those books is reported to be burned by Order. The shell is sometime thrown into the fire,
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whether it be good, or whether it be evill, We will obey the voice of the Lord our God to whom we send thee, that it may be well with us when we obey the voice of the Lord our God.
whither it be good, or whither it be evil, We will obey the voice of the Lord our God to whom we send thee, that it may be well with us when we obey the voice of the Lord our God.
But when it came to triall, this was the conclusion, Ch. 44, 16, 17. As for the word that thou hast spoken to us in the name of the Lord, we will not harken unto thee;
But when it Come to trial, this was the conclusion, Christ 44, 16, 17. As for the word that thou hast spoken to us in the name of the Lord, we will not harken unto thee;
Nor as Henry the eighth with the masters of the new learning (as the first endeavours for Reformation were called) to have their consent that all Ecclesiasticall Revenue might be alienated from Ecclesiasticall use,
Nor as Henry the eighth with the Masters of the new learning (as the First endeavours for Reformation were called) to have their consent that all Ecclesiastical Revenue might be alienated from Ecclesiastical use,
and be disposed of by Him arbitrarily, which they opposed, and thereupon he made the Whip with six strings to scourge them withall, I meane the six Articles, which drew out the heart blood of many of them.
and be disposed of by Him arbitrarily, which they opposed, and thereupon he made the Whip with six strings to scourge them withal, I mean the six Articles, which drew out the heart blood of many of them.
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Some thinke him too severe in the judgement against Adonijah for point of death , but I never heard of any who suspected his wisdome in refusing to grant him Haggith. He that blames the one gives strong reasons for the other.
some think him too severe in the judgement against Adonijah for point of death, but I never herd of any who suspected his Wisdom in refusing to grant him Haggith. He that blames the one gives strong Reasons for the other.
as it would be to yeeld unto all . 2. He tooke the first opportunity to execute justice on grand delinquents, Joab, Shimei, A•iathar, &c. and would not leave them to offend a second time.
as it would be to yield unto all. 2. He took the First opportunity to execute Justice on grand delinquents, Joab, Shimei, A•iathar, etc. and would not leave them to offend a second time.
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Order and beauty is the end which you aime at, hasten to it apace, and let not all runne into confusion. 6. The beginning of his reigne was in blood, onely for execution of justice;
Order and beauty is the end which you aim At, hasten to it apace, and let not all run into confusion. 6. The beginning of his Reign was in blood, only for execution of Justice;
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and we shall see alike glorious issue. Consider also his failings, and beware of them. 1. He had many wives, even seven hundred Wives, Princesses, and three hundred Concubines .
and we shall see alike glorious issue. Consider also his failings, and beware of them. 1. He had many wives, even seven hundred Wives, Princesses, and three hundred Concubines.
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Though it be but a mans Covenant, yet if it be confirmed, no man disanulleth or addeth thereto, Gal. 3. 15. England shall be England, or as Sodome and Gomorrah, according as it breakes or keepes this Covenant.
Though it be but a men Covenant, yet if it be confirmed, no man disannulleth or adds thereto, Gal. 3. 15. England shall be England, or as Sodom and Gomorrah, according as it breaks or keeps this Covenant.
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How many have fainted under the burden? Who knowes not the number and quality of your adversaries? The plots and treacheries which you have discovered, prevented,
How many have fainted under the burden? Who knows not the number and quality of your Adversaries? The plots and Treacheries which you have discovered, prevented,
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But in this case remember Rabshakeths words, though he meant them ill, there's a good use to be made of them, Say not I have councell and strength for the warre .
But in this case Remember Rabshakeths words, though he meant them ill, there's a good use to be made of them, Say not I have council and strength for the war.
Lest God cast you downe in stony places to make his own words sweet unto you, Psal. 141. 6, I have but one word more, and that shall be for consolation.
Lest God cast you down in stony places to make his own words sweet unto you, Psalm 141. 6, I have but one word more, and that shall be for consolation.
Sapientiam quam a Deo Solomon postulavi• non eam intelligo qua fit a est in NONLATINALPHABET, sed potius quae ad res greendas facit, & NONLATINALPHABET seu NONLATINALPHABET consuevit appellari. P. M.
Sapientiam quam a God Solomon postulavi• non eam intelligo qua fit a est in, sed potius Quae ad Rest greendas facit, & seu consuevit appellari. P. M.
