A sermon preached before the governour, council & assembly of Jamaica, in St. Jago de la Vega, Martii 18. 1680/1

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Publisher: printed by T Milbourn for the author
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1682
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A92944 ESTC ID: R230273 STC ID: S2634A
Subject Headings: Governors -- Jamaica; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 Mat. 22. 21. Render therefore unto Caesar, the things which are Caesars; and unto God, the things which are Gods. Mathew 22. 21. Render Therefore unto Caesar, the things which Are Caesars; and unto God, the things which Are God's np1 crd crd vvb av p-acp np1, dt n2 r-crq vbr npg1; cc p-acp np1, dt n2 r-crq vbr n2 (2) text (DIV1) 0 Image 3
1 WHAT Nicias, an excellent Painter, said of his own Art, ( viz. That it was not the least part of it, to chuse such a Subject for his Pencil, WHAT Nicias, an excellent Painter, said of his own Art, (viz. That it was not the least part of it, to choose such a Subject for his Pencil, q-crq np1, dt j n1, vvd pp-f po31 d n1, (n1 cst pn31 vbds xx dt ds n1 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi d dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
2 as of it self might command a Mutual, and Delightful intercourse of species between It, as of it self might command a Mutual, and Delightful intercourse of species between It, c-acp pp-f pn31 n1 vmd vvi dt j, cc j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pn31, (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
3 and the Eye of the Spectator ) may be very Applicable to him, who is to Speak before a Publick and Judicious Auditory: and the Eye of the Spectator) may be very Applicable to him, who is to Speak before a Public and Judicious Auditory: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1) vmb vbi av j p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j j: (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
4 If he be Eloquent, he will be injurious to his own Skill, in the choice of any Argument too low and mean for it: If he be Eloquent, he will be injurious to his own Skill, in the choice of any Argument too low and mean for it: cs pns31 vbb j, pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 av j cc vvb p-acp pn31: (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
5 If a mean Oratour, yet some Discretion may appear, in the taking a Theme, which may supply his Barrenness of Words with plenty of Matter, If a mean Orator, yet Some Discretion may appear, in the taking a Theme, which may supply his barrenness of Words with plenty of Matter, cs dt j n1, av d n1 vmb vvi, p-acp dt vvg dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi po31 n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
6 and with its own lustre give ornament to that speech, from whence it can receive none. and with its own lustre give ornament to that speech, from whence it can receive none. cc p-acp po31 d n1 vvi n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp c-crq pn31 vmb vvi pix. (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
7 From which last Consideration, I am Directed to Words suitable to my Defects, and the present Occasion. From which last Consideration, I am Directed to Words suitable to my Defects, and the present Occasion. p-acp r-crq ord n1, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp n2 j p-acp po11 n2, cc dt j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
8 Not onely as they relate, to the Image, and Superscription of Caesar, on a piece of Refined Clay; Not only as they relate, to the Image, and Superscription of Caesar, on a piece of Refined Clay; xx av-j c-acp pns32 vvb, p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1; (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
9 but as they shew the Image of GOD, stampt on Caesar, and are made a Divine Precept by the Author of Christianity; but as they show the Image of GOD, stamped on Caesar, and Are made a Divine Precept by the Author of Christianity; cc-acp c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp np1, cc vbr vvn dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
10 containing in them, The Strength, and Beauty, Decency, Order, and Advantage of Government, and Obedience: Indeed, the sum and substance of all True Religion, in respect to God and Man. containing in them, The Strength, and Beauty, Decency, Order, and Advantage of Government, and obedience: Indeed, the sum and substance of all True Religion, in respect to God and Man. vvg p-acp pno32, dt n1, cc n1, n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n1: av, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 (2) text (DIV1) 1 Image 3
11 I shall not therefore derogate so much from the Majesty of this Divine style, or the Judgement of this Honourable and Loyal Assembly, I shall not Therefore derogate so much from the Majesty of this Divine style, or the Judgement of this Honourable and Loyal Assembly, pns11 vmb xx av vvi av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n1, (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 3
12 as to attempt any introductory Apology for Christians, against their early Accusation of being Novatores rerum, Subvertors of Government, and Trumpeters of Sedition; as to attempt any introductory Apology for Christians, against their early Accusation of being Novatores rerum, Subvertors of Government, and Trumpeters of Sedition; c-acp pc-acp vvi d n1 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f vbg n2 fw-la, n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1; (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 3
13 there being not to be supposed in this Place, any Assertors of Liberty, falsly so called, there being not to be supposed in this Place, any Assertors of Liberty, falsely so called, a-acp vbg xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, d n2 pp-f n1, av-j av vvn, (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 3
14 but only what is Truly Christian: but only what is Truly Christian: cc-acp av-j r-crq vbz av-j np1: (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 3
15 So that the Analysis of the Question ask'd our Saviour, and his Answer, will be the properest Preface to the ensuing Discourse. So that the Analysis of the Question asked our Saviour, and his Answer, will be the properest Preface to the ensuing Discourse. av cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd po12 n1, cc po31 n1, vmb vbi dt js n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (2) text (DIV1) 2 Image 3
16 The Messengers which were sent to entrap Christ, though of different Perswasions, were at agreement against Him: The Messengers which were sent to entrap christ, though of different Persuasions, were At agreement against Him: dt n2 r-crq vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi np1, cs pp-f j n2, vbdr p-acp n1 p-acp pno31: (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
17 The Pharisees, which pretend to greater Holiness than others, and would therefore be exempted from the the Duty of Subjects: The Pharisees, which pretend to greater Holiness than Others, and would Therefore be exempted from the the Duty of Subject's: dt np2, r-crq vvb p-acp jc n1 cs n2-jn, cc vmd av vbi vvn p-acp dt dt n1 pp-f n2-jn: (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
18 And the Herodians, who were Loyal to Caesar, by whose Favour Herod reigned, and therefore thought Tribute to be duly Payable. And the Herodians, who were Loyal to Caesar, by whose Favour Herod reigned, and Therefore Thought Tribute to be duly Payable. cc dt njp2, r-crq vbdr j p-acp np1, p-acp rg-crq n1 np1 vvd, cc av vvd n1 pc-acp vbi av-jn j. (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
19 Yet both joyn in one insinuating Address to him, commending his Knowledge, by the Appellation of Doctor, or Master; Yet both join in one insinuating Address to him, commending his Knowledge, by the Appellation of Doctor, or Master; av av-d vvi p-acp crd j-vvg n1 p-acp pno31, vvg po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
20 and his Veracity, which would not warp, or swerve, for respect of Persons, concluding from thence, That their Petition was Modest, and Reasonable; and his Veracity, which would not warp, or swerve, for respect of Persons, concluding from thence, That their Petition was Modest, and Reasonable; cc po31 n1, r-crq vmd xx vvi, cc vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f n2, vvg p-acp av, cst po32 vvi vbds j, cc j; (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
21 still expecting, that his Answer should bring him under a Fatal Dilemma, either of the Displeasure of Caesars friends, if he should deny Tribute; still expecting, that his Answer should bring him under a Fatal Dilemma, either of the Displeasure of Caesars Friends, if he should deny Tribute; av vvg, cst po31 n1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1, av-d pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, cs pns31 vmd vvi n1; (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
22 or the Rage of the many-headed Beast, the Multitude, if he should declare the Payment of it to be Just and Lawful. or the Rage of the manyheaded Beast, the Multitude, if he should declare the Payment of it to be Just and Lawful. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1, cs pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi j cc j. (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
23 But he, who knew the Folly of such Polititians, evades the push of their double Horns: But he, who knew the Folly of such Politicians, evades the push of their double Horns: p-acp pns31, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f d n2, vvz dt n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n2: (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
24 First, by an intermediate Question, bringing them thereby to a Confession of their Subjection to Caesar, whose Coyn and Protection susteined them: First, by an intermediate Question, bringing them thereby to a Confessi of their Subjection to Caesar, whose Coin and Protection sustained them: ord, p-acp dt vvb n1, vvg pno32 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1, rg-crq vvb cc n1 vvd pno32: (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
25 Then, resolving their subtle Question in the Affirmative, What was his Due, must be Paid him; Then, resolving their subtle Question in the Affirmative, What was his Due, must be Paid him; av, vvg po32 j n1 p-acp dt j, r-crq vbds po31 j-jn, vmb vbi vvn pno31; (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
26 there being as strong an Obligation arising from thence, as any other Law: there being as strong an Obligation arising from thence, as any other Law: a-acp vbg p-acp j dt n1 vvg p-acp av, c-acp d j-jn n1: (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
27 Withal, anticipating an Objection, which they might raise from Exodus 30. 13. Giving to Caesar his due, would be no hindrance of paying Gods. But instead of those costly wayes of upholding an outward Worship, he commands an inward one of Zeal, in acts of Piety and Mercy, rather than Sacrifice. Withal, anticipating an Objection, which they might raise from Exodus 30. 13. Giving to Caesar his endue, would be no hindrance of paying God's But instead of those costly ways of upholding an outward Worship, he commands an inward one of Zeal, in acts of Piety and Mercy, rather than Sacrifice. av, vvg dt n1, r-crq pns32 vmd vvi p-acp fw-la crd crd vvg p-acp np1 po31 n-jn, vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp av pp-f d j n2 pp-f vvg dt j n1, pns31 vvz dt j pi pp-f n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, av-c cs n1. (2) text (DIV1) 3 Image 3
28 The words then, in their order, contain a Divine Precept, consisting of two Branches: First, Our Duty to those in Authority over us. The words then, in their order, contain a Divine Precept, consisting of two Branches: First, Our Duty to those in authority over us. dt n2 av, p-acp po32 n1, vvb dt j-jn n1, vvg pp-f crd n2: ord, po12 n1 p-acp d p-acp n1 p-acp pno12. (2) text (DIV1) 4 Image 3
29 Secondly, To GOD in works of Piety. Secondly, To GOD in works of Piety. ord, p-acp np1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (2) text (DIV1) 4 Image 3
30 That it is a precept, and not a bare piece of Advice, I presume, I need not spend time in proving; That it is a precept, and not a bore piece of advice, I presume, I need not spend time in proving; cst pn31 vbz dt n1, cc xx dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb xx vvi n1 p-acp vvg; (2) text (DIV1) 5 Image 3
31 though some are pleased to mistake our Saviours words, If the Son free you, then are you free indeed. And what he said to Saint Peter, Then are the Children free. though Some Are pleased to mistake our Saviors words, If the Son free you, then Are you free indeed. And what he said to Saint Peter, Then Are the Children free. cs d vbr vvn pc-acp vvi po12 ng1 n2, cs dt n1 vvb pn22, cs vbr pn22 j av. cc r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n1 np1, av vbr dt n2 j. (2) text (DIV1) 5 Image 3
32 From which two Texts, false Prophets have set all of their own Faction free from Subjection: From which two Texts, false prophets have Set all of their own Faction free from Subjection: p-acp r-crq crd n2, j n2 vhb vvn d pp-f po32 d n1 j p-acp n1: (2) text (DIV1) 5 Image 3
33 But You have not so learned Christ; But You have not so learned christ; cc-acp pn22 vhb xx av j np1; (2) text (DIV1) 5 Image 3
34 to whom I hope it is evident, That in the first Text is meant, onely a freedom from Sin, to whom I hope it is evident, That in the First Text is meant, only a freedom from since, p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j, cst p-acp dt ord n1 vbz vvn, av-j dt n1 p-acp n1, (2) text (DIV1) 5 Image 3
35 and a Curse of the Law. and a Curse of the Law. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 5 Image 3
36 The other respects only Himself, as Son of GOD, and King of Israel. Upon which places, St. Paul 's 13. Chap. to the Romans, may be to any reasonable man a sufficient Comment, where he clearly demonstrates, that Christ, in his coming to Give an Eternal Kingdom, did not design to destroy Temporal ones. The other respects only Himself, as Son of GOD, and King of Israel. Upon which places, Saint Paul is 13. Chap. to the Roman, may be to any reasonable man a sufficient Comment, where he clearly demonstrates, that christ, in his coming to Give an Eternal Kingdom, did not Design to destroy Temporal ones. dt j-jn n2 av-j px31, c-acp n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f np1. p-acp r-crq n2, n1 np1 vbz crd np1 p-acp dt njp2, vmb vbi p-acp d j n1 dt j n1, c-crq pns31 av-j vvz, cst np1, p-acp po31 n-vvg pc-acp vvi dt j n1, vdd xx n1 pc-acp vvi j pi2. (2) text (DIV1) 5 Image 3
37 In the first member of the Text, we may observe, In the First member of the Text, we may observe, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi, (2) text (DIV1) 6 Image 3
38 1. The Princes Dignity, under the Appellation of Caesar; That name of Honour being continued successively to the Emperours of the Julian Family. 1. The Princes Dignity, under the Appellation of Caesar; That name of Honour being continued successively to the emperors of the Julian Family. crd dt ng1 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cst n1 pp-f n1 vbg vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 7 Image 3
39 To Illustrate this Dignity, and Honour of those in Authority, we need not ransack the Writings of the Antients for glorious Titles, to cloath them with Thunder, To Illustrate this Dignity, and Honour of those in authority, we need not ransack the Writings of the Ancients for glorious Titles, to cloth them with Thunder, pc-acp vvi d n1, cc n1 pp-f d p-acp n1, pns12 vvb xx vvi dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n2-j p-acp j n2, p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp n1, (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
40 and make their Aspect as dreadful as the King of Terrours. and make their Aspect as dreadful as the King of Terrors. cc vvi po32 n1 c-acp j c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
41 Here is no need of fawning, or flattering Panegyricks, (which, in effect, would be an agreeing with those who derive the Original of Government from Lucifer, grosly, Here is no need of fawning, or flattering Panegyrics, (which, in Effect, would be an agreeing with those who derive the Original of Government from Lucifer, grossly, av vbz dx n1 pp-f j-vvg, cc j-vvg n2, (r-crq, p-acp n1, vmd vbi dt vvg p-acp d r-crq vvb dt j-jn pp-f n1 p-acp np1, av-j, (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
42 if not wilfully mistaking the 14. Chapter of Isaiah, transmitting it from him to the Gyants, continuing it in Nimrod, enlarging it by the NONLATINALPHABET, till Force, they say, had establisht it self into a Law) God himself has prevented the necessity of humane Rhetorick in this case; if not wilfully mistaking the 14. Chapter of Isaiah, transmitting it from him to the Giants, Continuing it in Nimrod, enlarging it by the, till Force, they say, had established it self into a Law) God himself has prevented the necessity of humane Rhetoric in this case; cs xx av-j vvg dt crd n1 pp-f np1, vvg pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2, vvg pn31 p-acp np1, vvg pn31 p-acp dt, c-acp n1, pns32 vvb, vhd vvn pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1) n1 px31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp d n1; (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
43 He has said, They are Gods: He has given them his own Name, who is Love as well as Majesty; He has said, They Are God's: He has given them his own Name, who is Love as well as Majesty; pns31 vhz vvn, pns32 vbr n2: pns31 vhz vvn pno32 po31 d n1, r-crq vbz n1 p-acp av c-acp n1; (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
44 They are therefore the Ministers of GOD, For Good unto him that doth Well, and a Terrour only to those that do Evil. 'Tis their glory, to scatter away all Evil in God's own method, whose Representatives they are. They Are Therefore the Ministers of GOD, For Good unto him that does Well, and a Terror only to those that doe Evil. It's their glory, to scatter away all Evil in God's own method, whose Representatives they Are. pns32 vbr av dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp j p-acp pno31 cst vdz av, cc dt n1 av-j p-acp d cst n1 np1 pn31|vbz po32 n1, pc-acp vvi av d n-jn p-acp npg1 d n1, rg-crq n2 pns32 vbr. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
45 Not suffering Passion to dethrone Reason, nor Affection pervert Justice, so as to look on the Person rather than the Cause; Not suffering Passion to dethrone Reason, nor Affection pervert justice, so as to look on the Person rather than the Cause; xx vvg n1 pc-acp vvi n1, ccx n1 vvi n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 av-c cs dt n1; (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
46 Lo the Poor cry, and they hear them; Their Ears being shut to such Breaths, as would Blow moderate Heats into Torrid ones. Lo the Poor cry, and they hear them; Their Ears being shut to such Breathes, as would Blow moderate Heats into Torrid ones. uh dt j n1, cc pns32 vvb pno32; po32 n2 vbg vvn p-acp d vvz, c-acp vmd vvi j n2 p-acp j pi2. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
47 Wisdom, Courage, Kindness, and Constancy, with all the Chain of Vertues, are their discriminative Badge, which makes them appear like Saul, so eminently above Others. Wisdom, Courage, Kindness, and Constancy, with all the Chain of Virtues, Are their discriminative Badge, which makes them appear like Saul, so eminently above Others. n1, n1, n1, cc n1, p-acp d dt vvb pp-f n2, vbr po32 j n1, r-crq vvz pno32 vvi av-j np1, av av-j p-acp n2-jn. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
48 If that of the Psalnust be Applicable to Man in general, That GOD hath made him a little Lower than the Angels, If that of the Psalnust be Applicable to Man in general, That GOD hath made him a little Lower than the Angels, cs d pp-f dt j vbb j p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst np1 vhz vvn pno31 dt av-j jc cs dt n2, (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
49 and Crown'd him with Glory and Worship; and Crowned him with Glory and Worship; cc vvn pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
50 Much more is it so to Rulers whom he has Placed in his own Chair of State, Much more is it so to Rulers whom he has Placed in his own Chair of State, d dc vbz pn31 av p-acp n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 d n1 pp-f n1, (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
51 and Judgment, armed with his own Sword, and honour'd with his own Name: Through whom he makes every private man's house his Fortress; and Judgement, armed with his own Sword, and honoured with his own Name: Through whom he makes every private Man's house his Fortress; cc n1, vvn p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvn p-acp po31 d n1: p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz d j ng1 n1 po31 n1; (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
52 Through their Labour, gives others Ease; by their Industry, gives others Pleasure and Profit: Through their Labour, gives Others Ease; by their Industry, gives Others Pleasure and Profit: p-acp po32 n1, vvz n2-jn n1; p-acp po32 n1, vvz n2-jn n1 cc n1: (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
53 The poor man can secure his own Lamb every one enjoy his own Vineyard and Fig-tree; The poor man can secure his own Lamb every one enjoy his own Vineyard and Fig tree; dt j n1 vmb vvi po31 d n1 d crd vvi po31 d n1 cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
54 no Property being unjustly Altered or Invaded. no Property being unjustly Altered or Invaded. dx n1 vbg av-j vvn cc vvd. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
55 Should I further amplify this Point, (which I think needless) it would rather Humble the Heart of a Wise Magistrate, Should I further amplify this Point, (which I think needless) it would rather Humble the Heart of a Wise Magistrate, vmd pns11 av-jc vvi d n1, (r-crq pns11 vvb j) pn31 vmd av-c vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
56 than Exalt or puff it up. than Exalt or puff it up. cs vvi cc vvb pn31 a-acp. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
57 High places are Vertiginous, and nothing but Divinity it self can give security on the loftiest Pinacle. High places Are Vertiginous, and nothing but Divinity it self can give security on the Loftiest Pinnacle. j n2 vbr j, cc pix cc-acp n1 pn31 n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt js n1. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
58 Antigonus knew the weight of his Crown, when he threw it on the ground: Antigonus knew the weight of his Crown, when he threw it on the ground: npg1 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1: (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
59 And if all Benefits bring some Bondage with them, much more this great Blessing of Goverment; And if all Benefits bring Some Bondage with them, much more this great Blessing of Government; cc cs d n2 vvb d n1 p-acp pno32, av-d av-dc d j n1 pp-f n1; (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
60 Because Caesar is above Law, he may not do many things which Others may lawfully do; Because Caesar is above Law, he may not do many things which Others may lawfully do; p-acp np1 vbz p-acp n1, pns31 vmb xx vdi d n2 r-crq n2-jn vmb av-j vdi; (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
61 His Example being more Effectually Commanding, than his Edicts. His Exampl being more Effectually Commanding, than his Edicts. po31 n1 vbg av-dc av-j vvg, cs po31 n2. (2) text (DIV1) 8 Image 3
62 'Tis not therefore the end of any wellmeaning discourse on the Dignity of Magistrates, to make them Bubbles, It's not Therefore the end of any wellmeaning discourse on the Dignity of Magistrates, to make them Bubbles, pn31|vbz xx av dt n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 n2, (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 3
63 and blow them higher than their proper sphere, which would declare thoughts of their Emptyness too. and blow them higher than their proper sphere, which would declare thoughts of their Emptiness too. cc vvi pno32 av-jc cs po32 j n1, r-crq vmd vvi n2 pp-f po32 n1 av. (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 3
64 But there is another end for our Instruction, That from the Excellency of that High Calling, (which is assuredly from GOD) we may learn what Duty and Service we ow them: But there is Another end for our Instruction, That from the Excellency of that High Calling, (which is assuredly from GOD) we may Learn what Duty and Service we owe them: p-acp pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j vvg, (r-crq vbz av-vvn p-acp np1) pns12 vmb vvi r-crq n1 cc n1 pns12 vvb pno32: (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 3
65 To Render to Caesar the things which are Caesars. To Render to Caesar the things which Are Caesars. pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 dt n2 r-crq vbr npg1. (2) text (DIV1) 9 Image 3
66 In our enquiry after the Duties owing to Lawful Governours, and Magistrates, I shall not perplex my self, In our enquiry After the Duties owing to Lawful Governors, and Magistrates, I shall not perplex my self, p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp j n2, cc n2, pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 3
67 nor others, for a Resolution from Antient or Modern Politicks; nor Others, for a Resolution from Ancient or Modern Politics; ccx n2-jn, p-acp dt n1 p-acp j cc j n2-j; (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 3
68 God's Word being ready at hand for our direction in this Affair, which has united the Dove and the Serpent, made Innocence and Wisdom consistent: God's Word being ready At hand for our direction in this Affair, which has united the Dove and the Serpent, made Innocence and Wisdom consistent: npg1 n1 vbg j p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 cc dt n1, vvd n1 cc n1 j: (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 3
69 St. Paul therefore, a great Secretary of the Holy Ghost, has reduced all we owe Superiours to four Heads, in the foremention'd 13. to the Romans, which are, 1. Obedience, 2. Fear, 3. Honour, 4. Tribute. Saint Paul Therefore, a great Secretary of the Holy Ghost, has reduced all we owe Superiors to four Heads, in the forementioned 13. to the Roman, which Are, 1. obedience, 2. fear, 3. Honour, 4. Tribute. n1 np1 av, dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, vhz vvn d n1 vvi n2-jn p-acp crd n2, p-acp dt vvn crd p-acp dt njp2, r-crq vbr, crd n1, crd vvb, crd n1, crd n1. (2) text (DIV1) 10 Image 3
70 1. By Obedience, we cannot suppose an absolute one without Condition, or Limitation; 1. By obedience, we cannot suppose an absolute one without Condition, or Limitation; crd p-acp n1, pns12 vmbx vvi dt j pi p-acp n1, cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 3
71 as if we were to make a total resignation of our Understandings, and Wills, to the WILL of the SUPREME, as if we were to make a total resignation of our Understandings, and Wills, to the WILL of the SUPREME, c-acp cs pns12 vbdr pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 3
72 and be actuated like Clocks, or Engines, which would be a greater Breach of the Law of Nature, than Origen 's dismembring himself: and be actuated like Clocks, or Engines, which would be a greater Breach of the Law of Nature, than Origen is dismembering himself: cc vbi vvn av-j n2, cc n2, r-crq vmd vbi dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cs np1 vbz vvg px31: (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 3
73 And such Slaves would deserve as little Thanks from a State, or Common-wealth, as he had from the Church which condemn'd his folly. And such Slaves would deserve as little Thanks from a State, or Commonwealth, as he had from the Church which condemned his folly. cc d n2 vmd vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n1, c-acp pns31 vhd p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd po31 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 3
74 But whilst nothing is Commanded which Interferes with God's Laws, Conscience it self is the Sanction of every such Command. But while nothing is Commanded which Interferes with God's Laws, Conscience it self is the Sanction of every such Command. p-acp cs pix vbz vvn r-crq n2 p-acp npg1 n2, n1 pn31 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d d n1. (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 3
75 When any thing Unlawful is enjoyn'd, instead of Active Obedience, we are to bring onely Subjection, When any thing Unlawful is enjoined, instead of Active obedience, we Are to bring only Subjection, c-crq d n1 j-u vbz vvn, av pp-f j n1, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi j n1, (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 3
76 and prove the Truth of our Christianity, by Passive Fortitude. Submit your selves to all manner of Ordinance, saith St. Peter; and prove the Truth of our Christianity, by Passive Fortitude. Submit your selves to all manner of Ordinance, Says Saint Peter; cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp j n1. vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vvz n1 np1; (2) text (DIV1) 11 Image 3
77 Let every Soul be Subject to the Higher Powers, saith St. Paul; who bids Titus be his Auditours Remembrancer, That they be Subject to Principalities, and Powers, and Obedient to every good Woork. What is for the Interest of the Church, Let every Soul be Subject to the Higher Powers, Says Saint Paul; who bids Titus be his Auditors Remembrancer, That they be Subject to Principalities, and Powers, and Obedient to every good Work. What is for the Interest of the Church, vvb d n1 vbi j-jn p-acp dt jc n2, vvz n1 np1; r-crq vvz np1 vbb po31 n2 n1, cst pns32 vbb j-jn p-acp n2, cc n2, cc j p-acp d j n1. q-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
78 and State we live under, in a true Notion commands our Obedience; nor are we Judges in our own causes, where Sacred Writ is silent; and State we live under, in a true Notion commands our obedience; nor Are we Judges in our own Causes, where Sacred Writ is silent; cc n1 pns12 vvb p-acp, p-acp dt j n1 vvz po12 n1; ccx vbr pns12 n2 p-acp po12 d n2, c-crq j vvn vbz j; (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
79 as in matters Indifferent, which cease to be so when enjoyn'd, or prohibited by law•ul Authority. as in matters Indifferent, which cease to be so when enjoined, or prohibited by law•ul authority. c-acp p-acp n2 j, r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi av c-crq vvn, cc vvn p-acp j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
80 Which Doctrine never found Contradiction, for six hundred years after Christ, as the Practice of those noble Martyrs testify, of whom the World was not worthy. Which Doctrine never found Contradiction, for six hundred Years After christ, as the Practice of those noble Martyrs testify, of whom the World was not worthy. r-crq n1 av-x vvd n1, p-acp crd crd n2 p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 vvi, pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vbds xx j. (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
81 The Sword of the Spirit was their only Weapon, and their Armour was Patience. The Sword of the Spirit was their only Weapon, and their Armour was Patience. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds po32 j n1, cc po32 n1 vbds n1. (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
82 How much this Doctrine of Christs, and St. Peters, is now decry'd by his pretended Successours, Mariana and others of that Fraternity can inform us; How much this Doctrine of Christ, and Saint Peter's, is now decried by his pretended Successors, Mariana and Others of that Fraternity can inform us; c-crq d d n1 pp-f npg1, cc n1 npg1, vbz av vvn p-acp po31 j-vvn n2, np1 cc n2-jn pp-f d n1 vmb vvi pno12; (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
83 from whose Principles, Crowns and Scepters, are but Toyes for the Old Gentleman at Rome, to play with, in his second Childhood; from whose Principles, Crowns and Sceptres, Are but Toys for the Old Gentleman At Room, to play with, in his second Childhood; p-acp rg-crq n2, n2 cc n2, vbr cc-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp vvb, pc-acp vvi p-acp, p-acp po31 ord n1; (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
84 and the Tragical acts of Murther upon Princes, but Comaedyes to excite mirth, and laughter: and the Tragical acts of Murder upon Princes, but Comaedyes to excite mirth, and laughter: cc dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1: (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
85 The encrease of which Villanous designs, I hope providence, by the Wisdome infused into our great Councils, both here and elsewhere, will timely prevent. The increase of which Villainous designs, I hope providence, by the Wisdom infused into our great Councils, both Here and elsewhere, will timely prevent. dt n1 pp-f r-crq j n2, pns11 vvb n1, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po12 j n2, d av cc av, vmb av-j vvi. (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
86 Much less can I despair of a consciencious Obedience, to a Gracious Prince, or his Representative, from all who are here met together, to consult His and their Own Joynt-Interest; Much less can I despair of a conscientious obedience, to a Gracious Prince, or his Representative, from all who Are Here met together, to consult His and their Own Joynt-Interest; av-d av-dc vmb pns11 vvi pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, cc po31 n1, p-acp d r-crq vbr av vvn av, pc-acp vvi po31 cc po32 d n1; (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
87 bounding their Christian Liberty with Piety, Loyalty, Charity and Temperance. bounding their Christian Liberty with Piety, Loyalty, Charity and Temperance. vvg po32 njp n1 p-acp n1, n1, n1 cc n1. (2) text (DIV1) 12 Image 3
88 2. The second Duty we owe, is Fear. By Fear cannot be meant here, such a slavish Subjection as becomes Brutes, rather than Men; 2. The second Duty we owe, is fear. By fear cannot be meant Here, such a slavish Subjection as becomes Brutus's, rather than Men; crd dt ord n1 pns12 vvb, vbz n1. p-acp n1 vmbx vbi vvn av, d dt j n1 c-acp vvz n2, av-c cs n2; (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
89 but such a fear as receives its true temperature, from its mixture with that more Noble Passion of Love; but such a Fear as receives its true temperature, from its mixture with that more Noble Passion of Love; cc-acp d dt n1 c-acp vvz po31 j n1, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d dc j n1 pp-f n1; (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
90 Both being affections which GOD requires of us, as a Father, and as a Lord: Both being affections which GOD requires of us, as a Father, and as a Lord: d vbg n2 r-crq np1 vvz pp-f pno12, c-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1: (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
91 If I am your Father, where is my Love? If your Lord, where is my Fear? So we Love the Magistrate for his Goodness, If I am your Father, where is my Love? If your Lord, where is my fear? So we Love the Magistrate for his goodness, cs pns11 vbm po22 n1, q-crq vbz po11 n1? cs po22 n1, q-crq vbz po11 n1? av pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
92 and stand in aw of his Greatness; and stand in awe of his Greatness; cc vvb p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1; (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
93 being tender of our own Reputation, and fearful of suffering as Malefactors, whether by true or false Accusation. being tender of our own Reputation, and fearful of suffering as Malefactors, whither by true or false Accusation. vbg j pp-f po12 d n1, cc j pp-f vvg c-acp n2, cs p-acp j cc j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
94 How mightily such a due reverence would conduce to the Flourishing of any Kingdom or People, needs no great share of Politicks to understand; How mightily such a due Reverence would conduce to the Flourishing of any Kingdom or People, needs no great share of Politics to understand; c-crq av-j d dt j-jn n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d n1 cc n1, av dx j n1 pp-f n2-j pc-acp vvi; (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
95 since even a slavish fear, may be a means to bring us to Charity, and the Fountain of Wisdom, which is the fear of GOD: since even a slavish Fear, may be a means to bring us to Charity, and the Fountain of Wisdom, which is the Fear of GOD: c-acp av dt j n1, vmb vbi dt vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1: (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
96 It being a bridle to Sin ▪ and few ever arrived to that piece of Gallantry as not to be ashamed in publick, of what they dare practice in private: It being a bridle to since ▪ and few ever arrived to that piece of Gallantry as not to be ashamed in public, of what they Dare practice in private: pn31 vbg dt n1 p-acp n1 ▪ cc d av vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 c-acp xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp j, pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb n1 p-acp j: (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
97 But when modesty is once cast off, as an antiquated, useless vertue, when Men care not to hide their crimes, from the view of Authority it self, there is a Conclamatum est. Where there is neither fear of GOD, But when modesty is once cast off, as an antiquated, useless virtue, when Men care not to hide their crimes, from the view of authority it self, there is a conclamatum est. Where there is neither Fear of GOD, cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz a-acp vvn a-acp, c-acp dt vvn, j n1, c-crq n2 vvb xx pc-acp vvi po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 n1, pc-acp vbz dt np1 fw-la. c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f np1, (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
98 nor Reverence to Man, There is no security from a Deluge of Impiety, and consequently of Destruction: nor reverence to Man, There is no security from a Deluge of Impiety, and consequently of Destruction: ccx n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-j pp-f n1: (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
99 But I hope the care of those, who are so much intrusted to guard the Princes Throne, will support it (like Solomon 's) with Lions, make the fear of breaking his Laws, raile it in (like the Sanctum ) and keep all from growing Common, or Prophane. But I hope the care of those, who Are so much Entrusted to guard the Princes Throne, will support it (like Solomon is) with Lions, make the Fear of breaking his Laws, rail it in (like the Sanctum) and keep all from growing Common, or Profane. cc-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq vbr av av-d vvn pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1, vmb vvi pn31 (j np1 vbz) p-acp n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f vvg po31 n2, vvb pn31 p-acp (av-j dt fw-la) cc vvb d p-acp vvg j, cc j. (2) text (DIV1) 13 Image 3
100 3. The third Duty we owe Caesar, is Honour: Which is many times Synonimous with the first, 3. The third Duty we owe Caesar, is Honour: Which is many times Synonymous with the First, crd dt ord n1 pns12 vvb np1, vbz n1: r-crq vbz d n2 j p-acp dt ord, (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
101 or is at least included in it; However, since the Apostle has made a distinction, this may be more Explanatory of that. or is At least included in it; However, since the Apostle has made a distinction, this may be more Explanatory of that. cc vbz p-acp ds vvd p-acp pn31; c-acp, c-acp dt n1 vhz vvn dt n1, d vmb vbi av-dc j pp-f d. (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
102 When St. Peter had said, All in Authority were to be Honoured, He presently subjoynes the King in an especial manner (meaning Caesar the Supream) Honour the King with a Civil, but not a Divine Honour. When Saint Peter had said, All in authority were to be Honoured, He presently subjoins the King in an especial manner (meaning Caesar the Supreme) Honour the King with a Civil, but not a Divine Honour. c-crq n1 np1 vhd vvn, d p-acp n1 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 (n1 np1 dt j) vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j, cc-acp xx dt j-jn n1. (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
103 This Honour consists principally in the Heart, where we are to have a due conceipt, and estimation of our Governours, which will express it self in Words and Actions. This Honour consists principally in the Heart, where we Are to have a due conceit, and estimation of our Governors, which will express it self in Words and Actions. d n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vhi dt j-jn n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, r-crq vmb vvi pn31 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2. (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
104 It curses not the King, no not in the Bedchamber; It curses not the King, no not in the Bedchamber; pn31 vvz xx dt n1, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n1; (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
105 not meerly out of fear of the Birds of the Aire, or any other secret intelligencer, which may discover the matter; not merely out of Fear of the Birds of the Air, or any other secret intelligencer, which may discover the matter; xx av-j av pp-f n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc d j-jn j-jn n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1; (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
106 but out of true respect to Gods Image, which creates Honourable Thoughts, but not Idolatrous ones. but out of true respect to God's Image, which creates Honourable Thoughts, but not Idolatrous ones. cc-acp av pp-f j n1 p-acp ng1 n1, r-crq vvz j n2, cc-acp xx j pi2. (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
107 Out of the abundance of the Heart, the Mouth speaketh; Out of the abundance of the Heart, the Mouth speaks; av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvz; (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
108 no evil of Dignities, but dares own Truth, which requires its Testimony, without Flattery, or Raileing; no evil of Dignities, but dares own Truth, which requires its Testimony, without Flattery, or Raileing; dx j-jn pp-f n2, cc-acp vvz d n1, r-crq vvz po31 n1, p-acp n1, cc vvg; (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
109 which opposite Vices too often concur, to the ruining, or at least, the obstruction of Good Government: which opposite Vices too often concur, to the ruining, or At least, the obstruction of Good Government: r-crq j-jn n2 av av vvi, p-acp dt vvg, cc p-acp ds, dt n1 pp-f j n1: (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
110 which of the two is most pernicious, I shall not here determine; both being slavish humours, and therefore not the Subject of our Present business. which of the two is most pernicious, I shall not Here determine; both being slavish humours, and Therefore not the Subject of our Present business. r-crq pp-f dt crd vbz av-ds j, pns11 vmb xx av vvi; d vbg j n2, cc av xx dt j-jn pp-f po12 j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
111 But positively the verbal expressions, which prove the reality of the Honour we pay, consist of Prayers for all that are in Authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life, in all Godliness and Honesty. But positively the verbal expressions, which prove the reality of the Honour we pay, consist of Prayers for all that Are in authority, that we may led a quiet and peaceable life, in all Godliness and Honesty. p-acp av-j dt j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb, vvb pp-f n2 p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt j-jn cc j n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1. (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
112 To which end we must pray for all graces, suitable for Places of so great Trust, and Dignity; To which end we must pray for all graces, suitable for Places of so great Trust, and Dignity; p-acp r-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2, j p-acp n2 pp-f av j n1, cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
113 That they may be delivered from the dangers they are exposed to; from Treachery and Violence, from Dissimulation and ill Counsel: That they may be Delivered from the dangers they Are exposed to; from Treachery and Violence, from Dissimulation and ill Counsel: cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp; p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 cc j-jn n1: (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
114 That Impudence may be sensible of its own danger which walks too boldly on the Battlements of the City; That Impudence may be sensible of its own danger which walks too boldly on the Battlements of the city; cst n1 vmb vbi j pp-f po31 d n1 r-crq vvz av av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
115 That Belzebub 's Flyes may not sip too often in the Cup, nor buzz in the ears of Princes; That Belzebub is Flies may not sip too often in the Cup, nor buzz in the ears of Princes; cst np1 vbz n2 vmb xx vvi av av p-acp dt n1, ccx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
116 That sound and mature Advice for the Publick good, may be like Salt on the Heads of Horseleaches, with whom Private Interest is preferrable, to the summary of blessings, Peace one with another. That found and mature advice for the Public good, may be like Salt on the Heads of Horseleeches, with whom Private Interest is preferable, to the summary of blessings, Peace one with Another. cst j cc j n1 p-acp dt j j, vmb vbi j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp ro-crq j n1 vbz j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, n1 crd p-acp n-jn. (2) text (DIV1) 14 Image 3
117 4. Where the Heart and Tongue are thus Consonant, the Hand will keep Time; nay, bare a part too; 4. Where the Heart and Tongue Are thus Consonant, the Hand will keep Time; nay, bore a part too; crd c-crq dt n1 cc n1 vbr av j, dt n1 vmb vvi n1; uh-x, vvd dt n1 av; (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
118 and in the last place, be open in paying Tribute, to whom Tribute is due, for the support of that Dignity, which is influential on every mans Interest rightly understood. and in the last place, be open in paying Tribute, to whom Tribute is due, for the support of that Dignity, which is influential on every men Interest rightly understood. cc p-acp dt ord n1, vbb j p-acp vvg n1, p-acp ro-crq n1 vbz j-jn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp d ng1 n1 av-jn vvn. (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
119 I presume here ▪ needs no Menenius Agrippa, to reduce any Dissenting members to an Agreement with the Stomack, from whence they all derive their Strength according to the proportion of its allowance. I presume Here ▪ needs no Menenius Agrippa, to reduce any Dissenting members to an Agreement with the Stomach, from whence they all derive their Strength according to the proportion of its allowance. pns11 vvb av ▪ av dx np1 np1, pc-acp vvi d vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp c-crq pns32 d vvb po32 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
120 The Burden of Government is weighty, and 'tis unreasonable, to expect an Atlas to uphold it, without Leggs or Sinews; The Burden of Government is weighty, and it's unreasonable, to expect an Atlas to uphold it, without Legs or Sinews; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, cc pn31|vbz j, pc-acp vvi dt np1 pc-acp vvi pn31, p-acp n2 cc n2; (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
121 And I suppose, those who are qualified according to Jethro 's Instructions to Moses, will not be pleased to hear the reproach of having Princes or Governours going on foot, whose Treasures being augmented from the voluntary Contribution of the Neather-Springs, would like the overflowing of Nilus return with so much Advantage to the Publick; And I suppose, those who Are qualified according to Jethro is Instructions to Moses, will not be pleased to hear the reproach of having Princes or Governors going on foot, whose Treasures being augmented from the voluntary Contribution of the Neather-Springs, would like the overflowing of Nilus return with so much Advantage to the Public; cc pns11 vvb, d r-crq vbr vvn vvg p-acp np1 vbz n2 p-acp np1, vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vhg n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp n1, rg-crq n2 vbg vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2, vmd vvi dt j-vvg pp-f np1 vvb p-acp av d n1 p-acp dt j; (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
122 Especially, if in the next place they regard the Payment of Gods Due, and render under unto God, the Things which are Gods. Especially, if in the next place they regard the Payment of God's Due, and render under unto God, the Things which Are God's av-j, cs p-acp dt ord n1 pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 j-jn, cc vvi p-acp p-acp np1, dt n2 r-crq vbr n2 (2) text (DIV1) 15 Image 3
123 2. The Earth we know, is the Lords, and the fulness thereof; the Round World, and they that dwell therein: 2. The Earth we know, is the lords, and the fullness thereof; the Round World, and they that dwell therein: crd dt n1 pns12 vvb, vbz dt n2, cc dt n1 av; dt j n1, cc pns32 cst vvb av: (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
124 Yet in a more peculiar manner, There are many Things which He challenges as his Due from Man, which is but reasonable service: Yet in a more peculiar manner, There Are many Things which He challenges as his Due from Man, which is but reasonable service: av p-acp dt av-dc j n1, pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 j-jn p-acp n1, r-crq vbz p-acp j n1: (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
125 I will not pretend so much to the art of Epitomizing, as to squeez the body of Divinity into a Nutshel, I will not pretend so much to the art of Epitomizing, as to squeeze the body of Divinity into a Nutshell, pns11 vmb xx vvi av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
126 or present a new systeme of our Duty to God, to those so well Understand it; or present a new system of our Duty to God, to those so well Understand it; cc vvi dt j j pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d av av vvb pn31; (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
127 and whose Principal business it is to defend, and incourage those who dare perform it. and whose Principal business it is to defend, and encourage those who Dare perform it. cc rg-crq j-jn n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi, cc vvi d r-crq vvb vvi pn31. (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
128 Wherefore without recommending to your prudent care, any thing relating to Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction, any priviledges or rights of the Church, Wherefore without recommending to your prudent care, any thing relating to Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction, any privileges or rights of the Church, c-crq p-acp vvg p-acp po22 j n1, d n1 vvg p-acp j n1, d n2 cc n2-jn pp-f dt n1, (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
129 or whatever may be called Christian Liberty, I think my self chiefly obliged to be your Remembrancer in the greatest concern of us all, That your Decrees may be (like the Decreta Sapientum among the Jews ) a hedge to the eternal Law of Righteousness. or whatever may be called Christian Liberty, I think my self chiefly obliged to be your Remembrancer in the greatest concern of us all, That your Decrees may be (like the Decreta Sages among the jews) a hedge to the Eternal Law of Righteousness. cc r-crq vmb vbi vvn np1 n1, pns11 vvb po11 n1 av-jn vvn pc-acp vbi po22 n1 p-acp dt js vvi pp-f pno12 d, cst po22 n2 vmb vbi (av-j dt fw-la fw-la p-acp dt np2) dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
130 With what a slender twine, the Sword of Vengeance hangs over our heads, all may be sensible of; With what a slender twine, the Sword of Vengeance hangs over our Heads, all may be sensible of; p-acp r-crq dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp po12 n2, d vmb vbi j pp-f; (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
131 and that Sin only is the in let of Destruction; and consequently the extripation of it, the only security of a People. and that since only is the in let of Destruction; and consequently the extripation of it, the only security of a People. cc d n1 av-j vbz dt p-acp vvb pp-f n1; cc av-j dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
132 Piety and seeking Gods Face, is both the Foundation and Limitation of all true Happiness; Piety and seeking God's Face, is both the Foundation and Limitation of all true Happiness; n1 cc vvg npg1 n1, vbz d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1; (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
133 as was conspicuous in the Example of King Uzziah during his dependance upon God with such a Faith, as was conspicuous in the Exampl of King Uzziah during his dependence upon God with such a Faith, c-acp vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1, (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
134 as was remark't by the Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews, among the Heroes and Champions for Gods Cause. as was remarked by the Author of the Epistle to the Hebrews, among the Heroes and Champions for God's Cause. c-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np2, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 p-acp npg1 n1. (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
135 By this Faith, he fortified the City Eloth, near the Sea; By this Faith, he fortified the city Eloth, near the Sea; p-acp d n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 np1, av-j dt n1; (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
136 He subdued many Enemyes, his Victorious name spreading to the entring into Aegypt. He built Towers in Jerusalem, and in the Wilderness; He subdued many Enemies, his Victorious name spreading to the entering into Egypt. He built Towers in Jerusalem, and in the Wilderness; pns31 vvd d n2, po31 j n1 vvg p-acp dt vvg p-acp np1. pns31 vvd n2 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1; (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
137 The Valleys were cloathed with Cattle, and the Mountains with Vines: The Valleys were clothed with Cattle, and the Mountains with Vines: dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n2, cc dt n2 p-acp n2: (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
138 The Valour of his Fighting-Men was as remarkable as their Number, till his strength made him swell, and forget his Original: The Valour of his Fighting-Men was as remarkable as their Number, till his strength made him swell, and forget his Original: dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbds a-acp j c-acp po32 n1, c-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31 vvi, cc vvi po31 j-jn: (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
139 He thought himself an Independent being, invading the Priests-Office, and trusted only to those fortifications, which he thought he had made so strong for himself; He Thought himself an Independent being, invading the Priests-Office, and trusted only to those fortifications, which he Thought he had made so strong for himself; pns31 vvd px31 dt j-jn n1, vvg dt n1, cc vvd av-j p-acp d n2, r-crq pns31 vvd pns31 vhd vvn av j p-acp px31; (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
140 Not dreaming, that, Unless the Lord keep the City, the Watchman waketh but in vain; Not dreaming, that, Unless the Lord keep the city, the Watchman waketh but in vain; xx vvg, cst, cs dt n1 vvb dt n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp p-acp j; (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
141 and that a departure from God, is like sleeping over a praecipice, irrecoverable without a Miracle of Mercy, and that a departure from God, is like sleeping over a precipice, irrecoverable without a Miracle of Mercy, cc d dt n1 p-acp np1, vbz av-j vvg p-acp dt n1, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
142 and has a natural tendency to Destruction. and has a natural tendency to Destruction. cc vhz dt j n1 p-acp n1. (2) text (DIV1) 16 Image 3
143 Seeing then the Precept of our Saviour aimes so directly at our good, I hope the Doors of this Council and Assembly, will be shut not only against the Spirit of Atheism, and Infidelity; Seeing then the Precept of our Saviour aims so directly At our good, I hope the Doors of this Council and Assembly, will be shut not only against the Spirit of Atheism, and Infidelity; vvg av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvz av av-j p-acp po12 j, pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1, vmb vbi vvn xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1; (2) text (DIV1) 17 Image 3
144 but of Indifferency to the Truth and Honesty of the Causes egaged in, against all such as may delight in troubled waters; but of Indifferency to the Truth and Honesty of the Causes egaged in, against all such as may delight in troubled waters; cc-acp pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp, p-acp d d c-acp vmb vvi p-acp j-vvn n2; (2) text (DIV1) 17 Image 3
145 and out of publick disorders, look only for personal advancements; being like Ephraim, unconcerned at the Assyrians Power, because no otherwise for God. and out of public disorders, look only for personal advancements; being like Ephraim, unconcerned At the Assyrians Power, Because no otherwise for God. cc av pp-f j n2, vvb av-j p-acp j n2; vbg av-j np1, vvn p-acp dt njp2 vvi, c-acp dx av p-acp np1. (2) text (DIV1) 17 Image 3
146 Let not Zeal for Parties, be on the other hand, as Injurious as this Lukewarm Temper; Let not Zeal for Parties, be on the other hand, as Injurious as this Lukewarm Temper; vvb xx n1 p-acp n2, vbb p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp j c-acp d j vvi; (2) text (DIV1) 18 Image 3
147 but let Charity unite and cement us in the Substantials of our Religion; but let Charity unite and cement us in the Substantials of our Religion; cc-acp vvb n1 vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f po12 n1; (2) text (DIV1) 18 Image 3
148 whose Interest it is not to Quarrel in Circumstantials, lest advantage be given to the Common Enemy. whose Interest it is not to Quarrel in Circumstantials, lest advantage be given to the Common Enemy. rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn, cs n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 18 Image 3
149 What is Due to Gods Justice we cannot Pay; what is Acceptable through his Mercy, we may, by our Hearty and Sincere endeavour. What is Due to God's justice we cannot Pay; what is Acceptable through his Mercy, we may, by our Hearty and Sincere endeavour. q-crq vbz j-jn p-acp npg1 n1 pns12 vmbx vvi; q-crq vbz j p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vmb, p-acp po12 j cc j n1. (2) text (DIV1) 19 Image 3
150 Then God, even our own God, shall give us his Blessing; And all the Ends of the World shall fear Him. Then God, even our own God, shall give us his Blessing; And all the Ends of the World shall Fear Him. av np1, av po12 d n1, vmb vvi pno12 po31 n1; cc d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pno31. (2) text (DIV1) 19 Image 3
151 To whom, as is most Due, be ascribed all Honour and Glory, from this time forth, for evermore. Amen. FINIS. To whom, as is most Due, be ascribed all Honour and Glory, from this time forth, for evermore. Amen. FINIS. p-acp ro-crq, c-acp vbz av-ds j-jn, vbb vvn d n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1 av, c-acp av. uh-n. fw-la. (2) text (DIV1) 19 Image 3

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