A sermon preached at Bridgwater in Somersetshire, July the 17th, 1700, at the opening of the organ lately erected there by John Shuttleworth ...

Shuttleworth, John, 1670 or 71-1750
Publisher: Printed for J Miller and sold by A Baldwin
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1700
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: A93244 ESTC ID: R43740 STC ID: S3717A
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Ephesians V, 19; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 Ephes. V. 19. Speaking to your selves in Psalms, and Hymns, and spiritual Songs, singing and making melody in your Heart to the Lord. Ephesians V. 19. Speaking to your selves in Psalms, and Hymns, and spiritual Songs, singing and making melody in your Heart to the Lord. np1 np1 crd vvg p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n2, cc n2, cc j n2, vvg cc vvg n1 p-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 GReat and Wonderful is the Sympathy between Musical Sounds and the Passions of Man; and there is hardly any affection of our Minds which suitable Notes cannot excite. GReat and Wondered is the sympathy between Musical Sounds and the Passion of Man; and there is hardly any affection of our Minds which suitable Notes cannot excite. j cc j vbz dt n1 p-acp j n2 cc dt n2 pp-f n1; cc pc-acp vbz av d n1 pp-f po12 n2 r-crq j n2 vmbx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
2 There is a sort of Musick will make you light and airy, another grave and severe; There is a sort of Music will make you Light and airy, Another grave and severe; pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn22 n1 cc j, j-jn n1 cc j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
3 some kind of it is more especially apt to compose the Mind, to render it calm, Some kind of it is more especially apt to compose the Mind, to render it Cam, d n1 pp-f pn31 vbz av-dc av-j j pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
4 and take off that ruggedness and moroseness of Temper which renders many unfit for Society: and take off that ruggedness and moroseness of Temper which renders many unfit for Society: cc vvb a-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f vvi r-crq vvz d j p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
5 Upon which account no doubt it was that the famous Lawgivers Lycurgus and Numa provided for the encouragement of it, thinking hereby to incline Mens Minds to what their Laws could not force. Upon which account no doubt it was that the famous Lawgivers Lycurgus and Numa provided for the encouragement of it, thinking hereby to incline Men's Minds to what their Laws could not force. p-acp r-crq vvb dx n1 pn31 vbds d dt j n2 npg1 cc np1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvg av pc-acp vvi ng2 n2 p-acp r-crq po32 n2 vmd xx vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
6 These Things Musick doth perform, not faintly and weakly, but powerfully. And indeed strange are the effects which have been ascribed to it; These Things Music does perform, not faintly and weakly, but powerfully. And indeed strange Are the effects which have been ascribed to it; np1 n2 n1 vdz vvi, xx av-j cc av-j, cc-acp av-j. cc av j vbr dt n2 r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 1
7 as the driving the Evil Spirit from Saul, which, since the power of the Devil can be but small when the Faculties of the Mind are composed, is to be imputed to the natural efficacy of it. as the driving the Evil Spirit from Saul, which, since the power of the devil can be but small when the Faculties of the Mind Are composed, is to be imputed to the natural efficacy of it. c-acp dt vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1, r-crq, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp j c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
8 So the Venemous biting of the Tarantula, an Italian Spider, is said to be cured by the Application of certain Musical Notes. So the Venomous biting of the Tarantula, an Italian Spider, is said to be cured by the Application of certain Musical Notes. av dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, dt jp n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
9 And this is undoubted, that hardly any thing doth more strongly charm and delight the Mind than this doth, And this is undoubted, that hardly any thing does more strongly charm and delight the Mind than this does, cc d vbz j, cst av d n1 vdz n1 av-j vvi cc vvi dt n1 cs d vdz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
10 as wise Men, in all Ages, have found and testified; as wise Men, in all Ages, have found and testified; c-acp j n2, p-acp d n2, vhb vvn cc vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
11 and besides, when suitable Harmony is adapted to well composed Words, it imprints them the more upon the Mind, and beside, when suitable Harmony is adapted to well composed Words, it imprints them the more upon the Mind, cc a-acp, c-crq j n1 vbz vvn p-acp av vvn n2, pn31 n2 dt dt av-dc p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
12 and doth both add a force and grace to the Words, and also receive from them a greater Power of moving the Spirits, than otherwise it would have: and does both add a force and grace to the Words, and also receive from them a greater Power of moving the Spirits, than otherwise it would have: cc vdz d vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2, cc av vvb p-acp pno32 dt jc n1 pp-f vvg dt n2, cs av pn31 vmd vhi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
13 And hence it is that the lofty Strains of Poetry, when expressed in melodious Songs, do so mightily delight and affect us. And hence it is that the lofty Strains of Poetry, when expressed in melodious Songs, do so mightily delight and affect us. cc av pn31 vbz d dt j vvz pp-f n1, c-crq vvn p-acp j n2, vdb av av-j vvi cc vvb pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
14 But that which above all doth recommend Musick to us, is the suitableness of the best sort of it to exalt our Affections in the Worship of God, But that which above all does recommend Music to us, is the suitableness of the best sort of it to exalt our Affections in the Worship of God, p-acp cst r-crq p-acp d vdz vvi n1 p-acp pno12, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
15 and to raise our Souls to such a degree of Love, Reverence and Admiration in our Praises of the Divine Being, and to raise our Souls to such a degree of Love, reverence and Admiration in our Praises of the Divine Being, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
16 as few Things else are able to do. And this Power it appears to have, not only from the experience of most Men, as few Things Else Are able to do. And this Power it appears to have, not only from the experience of most Men, c-acp d n2 av vbr j pc-acp vdi. cc d n1 pn31 vvz pc-acp vhi, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f ds n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
17 but because the Holy Scriptures both of the Old and New Testament do prescribe it; but Because the Holy Scriptures both of the Old and New Testament do prescribe it; cc-acp c-acp dt j n2 d pp-f dt j cc j n1 vdb vvi pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
18 for which no other Reason can be given, but that it is helpful to advance Devotion: for which no other Reason can be given, but that it is helpful to advance Devotion: p-acp r-crq dx j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc-acp cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
19 As to mention only Proofs from the New Testament, the words of my Text, so Col. 3.16. Teaching and admonishing one another in Psalms, and Hymns, and spiritual Songs, singing with Grace in your Hearts to the Lord. So Jam. 5.13. Is any one merry? let him sing Psalms. As to mention only Proofs from the New Testament, the words of my Text, so Col. 3.16. Teaching and admonishing one Another in Psalms, and Hymns, and spiritual Songs, singing with Grace in your Hearts to the Lord. So Jam. 5.13. Is any one merry? let him sing Psalms. c-acp pc-acp vvi av-j n2 p-acp dt j n1, dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, av np1 crd. vvg cc vvg pi j-jn p-acp n2, cc n2, cc j n2, vvg p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt n1. av np1 crd. vbz d crd j? vvb pno31 vvi n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
20 But because there are two sorts of Musick, viz. Vocal and Instrumental, and the New Testament speaks only of Singing, But Because there Are two sorts of Music, viz. Vocal and Instrumental, and the New Testament speaks only of Singing, p-acp c-acp pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n1, n1 j cc j, cc dt j n1 vvz av-j pp-f vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 2
21 as is thought by some, therefore an Opinion is spread abroad, that Instrumental Musick is by no means to be admitted in the Service of God; as is Thought by Some, Therefore an Opinion is spread abroad, that Instrumental Music is by no means to be admitted in the Service of God; c-acp vbz vvn p-acp d, av dt n1 vbz vvn av, cst j n1 vbz p-acp dx n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
22 wherefore I shall in the prosecution of this Discourse shew, 1. That Instrumental Musick is not only lawful, Wherefore I shall in the prosecution of this Discourse show, 1. That Instrumental Music is not only lawful, c-crq pns11 vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvi, crd cst j n1 vbz xx av-j j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
23 but commendable in the Worship of God. 2. I shall answer some Objections which are brought against it. 3. I shall make an Improvement of what hath been said. but commendable in the Worship of God. 2. I shall answer Some Objections which Are brought against it. 3. I shall make an Improvement of what hath been said. cc-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd pns11 vmb vvi d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pn31. crd pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq vhz vbn vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 3
24 I begin with the First, to shew that Instrumental Musick is not only lawful, but commendable in the Worship of God. I begin with the First, to show that Instrumental Music is not only lawful, but commendable in the Worship of God. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord, pc-acp vvi d j n1 vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 3
25 This may be very probably argued from the Words of my Text, because those Psalms which the Apostle exhorts Christians to sing, are the same which the Jews were wont to sing to Musical Instruments in their daily Service; This may be very probably argued from the Words of my Text, Because those Psalms which the Apostle exhorts Christians to sing, Are the same which the jews were wont to sing to Musical Instruments in their daily Service; d vmb vbi av av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, c-acp d n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi, vbr dt d r-crq dt np2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
26 and it may be reasonably concluded, that as we are to imitate the Jews in singing them, and it may be reasonably concluded, that as we Are to imitate the jews in singing them, cc pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cst c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt np2 p-acp vvg pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
27 so we may also follow their example in applying Instruments thereto. so we may also follow their Exampl in applying Instruments thereto. av pns12 vmb av vvi po32 n1 p-acp vvg n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
28 Otherwise I cannot see how the Apostles can avoid the censure of omitting a most necessary Caution, in not forbidding us to imitate the Jews in this particular, Otherwise I cannot see how the Apostles can avoid the censure of omitting a most necessary Caution, in not forbidding us to imitate the jews in this particular, av pns11 vmbx vvi c-crq dt n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg dt av-ds j n1, p-acp xx vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi dt np2 p-acp d j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
29 since they prescribed an imitation of them in singing, a Thing so near a kin to it, since they prescribed an imitation of them in singing, a Thing so near a kin to it, c-acp pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp vvg, dt n1 av av-j dt n1 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
30 and also in regard Man's own Reason is apt to suggest the thing to be very fit to be so applied, and also in regard Man's own Reason is apt to suggest the thing to be very fit to be so applied, cc av p-acp n1 ng1 d n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi av j pc-acp vbi av vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
31 as appears by the general approbation of it by so many Nations in their Worship of God, as appears by the general approbation of it by so many nations in their Worship of God, c-acp vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp av d n2 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
32 and by all Men, but those whose prejudiced Minds and foul Constitutions encline them to think that God is to be pleased with nothing but what is Rigid and Austere. and by all Men, but those whose prejudiced Minds and foul Constitutions incline them to think that God is to be pleased with nothing but what is Rigid and Austere. cc p-acp d n2, cc-acp d r-crq vvn n2 cc j n2 vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cst np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pix cc-acp r-crq vbz j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 4 Page 3
33 2. As it cannot be denied but that Instrumental Musick was very lawful in the Worship of the Jews, because it was appointed by God's Prophets, 2. As it cannot be denied but that Instrumental Music was very lawful in the Worship of the jews, Because it was appointed by God's prophets, crd p-acp pn31 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 vbds av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp npg1 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
34 and by David, who was a Man after God's own Heart, and because it appears God approved of it by commanding it to be restored in Hezekiah 's time according to the Pattern of David, &c. 2 Chron. 29.25. and by David, who was a Man After God's own Heart, and Because it appears God approved of it by commanding it to be restored in Hezekiah is time according to the Pattern of David, etc. 2 Chronicles 29.25. cc p-acp np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 p-acp npg1 d n1, cc c-acp pn31 vvz np1 vvn pp-f pn31 p-acp vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 vbz n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av crd np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
35 So from hence doth it follow, that it is very lawfully to be used in our Worship, So from hence does it follow, that it is very lawfully to be used in our Worship, av p-acp av vdz pn31 vvi, cst pn31 vbz av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
36 because we are to prosecute the same end which the Jews were when they made use of it, viz. to praise God with exalted Minds; Because we Are to prosecute the same end which the jews were when they made use of it, viz. to praise God with exalted Minds; c-acp pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt d n1 r-crq dt np2 vbdr c-crq pns32 vvd n1 pp-f pn31, n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp j-vvn n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
37 and why we may not use the same means to advance that end, since it is every whit as powerful in its own nature now to promote it as it was then, cannot well be surmised. and why we may not use the same means to advance that end, since it is every whit as powerful in its own nature now to promote it as it was then, cannot well be surmised. cc c-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi dt d n2 pc-acp vvi d n1, c-acp pn31 vbz d n1 c-acp j p-acp po31 d n1 av pc-acp vvi pn31 c-acp pn31 vbds av, vmbx av vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
38 And I think if any one should say the nature of Instrumental Musick were changed since that time, And I think if any one should say the nature of Instrumental Music were changed since that time, cc pns11 vvb cs d pi vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
39 or that the good effect of it in the Jewish Service were owing more to an extraordinary Grace God was pleased to conjoyn with it, or that the good Effect of it in the Jewish Service were owing more to an extraordinary Grace God was pleased to conjoin with it, cc cst dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt jp n1 vbdr j av-dc p-acp dt j n1 np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
40 than to its natural Power, he would seem like one that was put to his shift. than to its natural Power, he would seem like one that was put to his shift. cs p-acp po31 j n1, pns31 vmd vvi av-j pi cst vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
41 There are some ends indeed which the Jews were obliged to prosecute and we are not, There Are Some ends indeed which the jews were obliged to prosecute and we Are not, pc-acp vbr d n2 av r-crq dt np2 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi cc pns12 vbr xx, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
42 as to typifye the Death of Christ by a bloody representation; as to typifye the Death of christ by a bloody representation; c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
43 and as these ends are abolished, so in all reason the means too viz. sacrificing living Creatures, upon which act it happens that there is not the same reason for retaining Sacrificing as there is for retaining Instrumental Musick, whose end will always remain. and as these ends Are abolished, so in all reason the means too viz. sacrificing living Creatures, upon which act it happens that there is not the same reason for retaining Sacrificing as there is for retaining Instrumental Music, whose end will always remain. cc c-acp d n2 vbr vvn, av p-acp d n1 dt n2 av n1 vvg j-vvg n2, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vvz cst pc-acp vbz xx dt d n1 p-acp vvg vvg a-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp vvg j n1, rg-crq n1 vmb av vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
44 Again, some of the Jewish Institutions were Conveyances of Grace and spiritual Benefits like our Sacraments, not by their own native tendency, Again, Some of the Jewish Institutions were Conveyances of Grace and spiritual Benefits like our Sacraments, not by their own native tendency, av, d pp-f dt jp n2 vbdr n2 pp-f n1 cc j n2 vvb po12 n2, xx p-acp po32 d j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
45 but by a special Power superadded to them under the old Dispensation, which now in all reason are abolished too, but by a special Power superadded to them under the old Dispensation, which now in all reason Are abolished too, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq av p-acp d n1 vbr vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 4
46 because we have no proof that God will concur with them in that extraordinary manner he did heretofore. Because we have no proof that God will concur with them in that extraordinary manner he did heretofore. c-acp pns12 vhb dx n1 cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d j n1 pns31 vdd av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
47 To this purpose did Circumcision serve, and also the bloody Sacrifices, according to which the Apostle saith, They which eat of the Sacrifices, are partakers of the Altar. To this purpose did Circumcision serve, and also the bloody Sacrifices, according to which the Apostle Says, They which eat of the Sacrifices, Are partakers of the Altar. p-acp d n1 vdd n1 vvi, cc av dt j n2, vvg p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz, pns32 r-crq vvb pp-f dt n2, vbr n2 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
48 Now as for Instrumental Musick, besides that we do not use it as a means of conferring Grace extraordinarily, there is no colour of reason to be brought that ever it was so used among the Jews, seeing there is not one Word in either the old or New Testament, Now as for Instrumental Music, beside that we do not use it as a means of conferring Grace extraordinarily, there is no colour of reason to be brought that ever it was so used among the jews, seeing there is not one Word in either the old or New Testament, av c-acp p-acp j n1, p-acp cst pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg n1 av-j, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cst av pn31 vbds av vvn p-acp dt np2, vvg a-acp vbz xx crd n1 p-acp d dt j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
49 or in the Writings of the Jewish Doctors to that purpose; or in the Writings of the Jewish Doctors to that purpose; cc p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt jp n2 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
50 and seeing its natural efficacy to stir up the Mind religiously, doth therefore afford so easie an account of its establishment, and seeing its natural efficacy to stir up the Mind religiously, does Therefore afford so easy an account of its establishment, cc vvg po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 av-j, vdz av vvi av j dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
51 as is to exalt Mens Minds and Devotion. as is to exalt Men's Minds and Devotion. c-acp vbz pc-acp vvi ng2 n2 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
52 Neither can Instrumental Musick be thought a meer Type, because no Reason can be brought to prove it so, Neither can Instrumental Music be Thought a mere Type, Because no Reason can be brought to prove it so, av-d vmb j n1 vbi vvn dt j n1, c-acp dx n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
53 unless grounded upon very slender Suppositions, which will equally prove singing of that nature; unless grounded upon very slender Suppositions, which will equally prove singing of that nature; cs vvn p-acp av j n2, r-crq vmb av-j vvi vvg pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
54 and which doth appear very improbable, when put in the ballance against that which makes its natural Conduciveness to promote pious affections the cause of its establishment. But, and which does appear very improbable, when put in the balance against that which makes its natural Conduciveness to promote pious affections the cause of its establishment. But, cc r-crq vdz vvi av j, c-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vvz po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi j n2 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 5
55 3. If Instrumental Musick notwithstanding were a Type heretofore, yet since it is effectual to promote the same end which singing is, 3. If Instrumental Music notwithstanding were a Type heretofore, yet since it is effectual to promote the same end which singing is, crd cs j n1 a-acp vbdr dt n1 av, av c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt d n1 r-crq n-vvg vbz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
56 and in the same manner, and besides to render the singing more powerful to advance what it is appointed for, and in the same manner, and beside to render the singing more powerful to advance what it is appointed for, cc p-acp dt d n1, cc a-acp pc-acp vvi dt vvg dc j pc-acp vvi r-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
57 then why should not this be as fit to be introduced as that? Certainly there can no reason be given since the Church hath both a Command and a Power to ordain whatsoever is to edification in the external Worship of God; then why should not this be as fit to be introduced as that? Certainly there can no reason be given since the Church hath both a Command and a Power to ordain whatsoever is to edification in the external Worship of God; av q-crq vmd xx d vbi p-acp j pc-acp vbi vvd c-acp d? av-j a-acp vmb dx n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 vhz d dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
58 as may be proved by Reason and Scripture, and will be shewed in my Answer to the Objections. as may be proved by Reason and Scripture, and will be showed in my Answer to the Objections. c-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 5
59 For upon the Supposition, tho' the Apostle mentions Singing, and not the other, yet that can make no difference as to the lawfulness of either. For upon the Supposition, though the Apostle mentions Singing, and not the other, yet that can make no difference as to the lawfulness of either. p-acp p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 n2 vvg, cc xx dt n-jn, av cst vmb vvi dx n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
60 Neither can it any way be proved that a Thing is therefore uncapable of being admitted among the Christian Institutions, Neither can it any Way be proved that a Thing is Therefore uncapable of being admitted among the Christian Institutions, av-d vmb pn31 d n1 vbi vvn cst dt n1 vbz av j pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt njp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
61 because it was made use of as a Type among the Jews; Altho', at the same time, it will be impossible to prove that Instrumental Musick was so used. Because it was made use of as a Type among the jews; Although, At the same time, it will be impossible to prove that Instrumental Music was so used. c-acp pn31 vbds vvn n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np2; cs, p-acp dt d n1, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d j n1 vbds av vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
62 All that remains then upon this Head, is to prove that those Properties I have laid down do belong to it, All that remains then upon this Head, is to prove that those Properties I have laid down do belong to it, av-d d vvz av p-acp d n1, vbz pc-acp vvi cst d n2 pns11 vhb vvn a-acp vdb vvi p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
63 and that they do so, appears by the consent of most Men herein who are not prepossessed or of an untoward Nature; and that they do so, appears by the consent of most Men herein who Are not prepossessed or of an untoward Nature; cc cst pns32 vdb av, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f ds n2 av r-crq vbr xx vvn cc pp-f dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
64 and I know no better Touchstone of the natural Power of a Thing to excite the Affections religiously, and I know no better Touchstone of the natural Power of a Thing to excite the Affections religiously, cc pns11 vvb dx jc n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
65 than the general Judgments of the wisest Men. But it is said, Singing is an articulate Sound but organical Musick an inarticulate one; than the general Judgments of the Wisest Men. But it is said, Singing is an articulate Found but organical Music an inarticulate one; cs dt j n2 pp-f dt js n2. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, np1 vbz dt vvi n1 p-acp j n1 dt j pi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
66 and also that Singing expresses methodically the Conceptions of the Soul, but the other not. and also that Singing Expresses methodically the Conceptions of the Soul, but the other not. cc av cst vvg vvz av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n-jn xx. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
67 But what if it be inarticulate, or do not express the Conceptions of the Mind methodically? Must all Things of that nature be banished from God's Service? What then will become of kneeling, lifting up the Hands, Eyes, But what if it be inarticulate, or do not express the Conceptions of the Mind methodically? Must all Things of that nature be banished from God's Service? What then will become of kneeling, lifting up the Hands, Eyes, p-acp q-crq cs pn31 vbb j, cc vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j? vmb d n2 pp-f d n1 vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1? q-crq av vmb vvi pp-f vvg, vvg a-acp dt n2, n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
68 and the like? Altho', with Submission I conceive these Things do no more belong to the Musical Modulation of the Voice, and the like? Although, with Submission I conceive these Things do no more belong to the Musical Modulation of the Voice, cc dt j? cs, p-acp n1 pns11 vvb d n2 vdb av-dx av-dc vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
69 than to the Harmony of Pipes, but to the pronunciation of the Words which one accompanies as well as the other. than to the Harmony of Pipes, but to the pronunciation of the Words which one Accompanies as well as the other. cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 r-crq crd vvz c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
70 It is said too that Orginical Musick doth not better the Singing, and that nothing can do that but Instruction from a Singing-Master. It is said too that Orginical Music does not better the Singing, and that nothing can do that but Instruction from a Singing-Master. pn31 vbz vvn av d j n1 vdz xx vvi dt n-vvg, cc cst pix vmb vdi d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
71 'Tis true, the most proper way to teach People to sing well is a Singing-Master's Instructions; It's true, the most proper Way to teach People to sing well is a Singing-Master's Instructions; pn31|vbz j, dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi av vbz dt ng1 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 6
72 yet an Organ will be of use even to the Masters themselves when they sing in Parts especially, to prevent Discord and Mistakes, yet an Organ will be of use even to the Masters themselves when they sing in Parts especially, to prevent Discord and Mistakes, av dt n1 vmb vbi pp-f n1 av p-acp dt n2 px32 c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n2 av-j, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
73 and to keep their Voices up to their true pitch; and to keep their Voices up to their true pitch; cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 a-acp p-acp po32 j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
74 for it is easie to observe in Cathedrals how a whole Choir falls considerably from the Key they began in, for it is easy to observe in Cathedrals how a Whole Choir falls considerably from the Key they began in, c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 c-crq dt j-jn n1 vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
75 when they sing without the Organ. 'Tis true likewise that many hold Vocal Musick to be sweeter than Instrumental; when they sing without the Organ. It's true likewise that many hold Vocal Music to be Sweeten than Instrumental; c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1. pn31|vbz j av cst d vvb j n1 pc-acp vbi jc cs j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
76 yet I think no competent Judge will deny that a Consort of Vocal and Instrumental together is sweeter than either alone. yet I think no competent Judge will deny that a Consort of Vocal and Instrumental together is Sweeten than either alone. av pns11 vvb dx j n1 vmb vvi d dt n1 pp-f j cc j av vbz jc cs d j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
77 In large Parochical Congregations this may easily be discerned, because an Organ very much hides and covers the harshness of many Voices too often complained of there. In large Parochial Congregations this may Easily be discerned, Because an Organ very much hides and covers the harshness of many Voices too often complained of there. p-acp j j n2 d vmb av-j vbi vvn, c-acp dt n1 av d n2 cc vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2 av av vvn pp-f a-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
78 But farther it is urg'd, the Apostles and Primitive Christians are much to be blamed if the use be so, But farther it is urged, the Apostles and Primitive Christians Are much to be blamed if the use be so, p-acp jc pn31 vbz vvn, dt n2 cc j np1 vbr av-d pc-acp vbi vvn cs dt n1 vbb av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
79 for not using Instruments, and that therefore their Devotion was not so spiritual (or exalted) as ours; for not using Instruments, and that Therefore their Devotion was not so spiritual (or exalted) as ours; c-acp xx vvg n2, cc cst av po32 n1 vbds xx av j (cc vvn) c-acp png12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
80 but indeed their nearness to our Saviour's time, and the commonness of miraculous Gifts and operations, but indeed their nearness to our Saviour's time, and the commonness of miraculous Gifts and operations, p-acp av po32 n1 p-acp po12 ng1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
81 then among them, must needs imprint such strong Ideas of Love, Reverence, and the like, upon their Minds, then among them, must needs imprint such strong Ideas of Love, reverence, and the like, upon their Minds, av p-acp pno32, vmb av vvi d j n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc dt j, p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
82 as to raise their Souls to a great pitch of Piety; as to raise their Souls to a great pitch of Piety; c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
83 and besides the rage of Persecution which at first prevailed and held on after miraculous Gifts were discontinued, and beside the rage of Persecution which At First prevailed and held on After miraculous Gifts were discontinued, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq p-acp ord vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp j n2 vbdr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
84 as it rendred their state improper to admit such ornamental Helps as this, more suitable to the prosperous estate of the Church; as it rendered their state improper to admit such ornamental Helps as this, more suitable to the prosperous estate of the Church; c-acp pn31 vvd po32 n1 j pc-acp vvi d j n2 c-acp d, av-dc j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
85 which is enough to secure them from Blame herein, in regard the use of Instruments is not absolutely necessary, which is enough to secure them from Blame herein, in regard the use of Instruments is not absolutely necessary, r-crq vbz av-d pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp vvb av, p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz xx av-j j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
86 so did it most surely affect their Minds in such sort as was suitable to their condition at least. so did it most surely affect their Minds in such sort as was suitable to their condition At least. av vdd pn31 av-ds av-j vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n1 a-acp vbds j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp ds. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
87 However I Question not but in after Ages they stood in need of this Help as well as we; However I Question not but in After Ages they stood in need of this Help as well as we; c-acp pns11 vvb xx cc-acp p-acp p-acp n2 pns32 vvd p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 c-acp av c-acp pns12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 7
88 and many of those who wanted it, must be thought to have their Minds less exalted in their Devotion oftentimes, and many of those who wanted it, must be Thought to have their Minds less exalted in their Devotion oftentimes, cc d pp-f d r-crq vvd pn31, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi po32 n2 av-dc vvn p-acp po32 n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
89 than they would have been if they had enjoyed the sound use hereof. than they would have been if they had enjoyed the found use hereof. cs pns32 vmd vhi vbn cs pns32 vhd vvn dt j n1 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
90 Tho' much may be said to excuse their neglect in not introducing them speedily, but as a farther Answer hereunto, Though much may be said to excuse their neglect in not introducing them speedily, but as a farther Answer hereunto, cs d vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp xx vvg pno32 av-j, cc-acp c-acp dt jc n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
91 since it is evident that Organical Musick was not introduced among the Jews till David 's time, several hundreds of Years after their Sectlement in Canaan, it may be said as well that the Jews before David 's time did not Worship God in so exalted a manner, since it is evident that Organical Music was not introduced among the jews till David is time, several hundreds of years After their Sectlement in Canaan, it may be said as well that the jews before David is time did not Worship God in so exalted a manner, c-acp pn31 vbz j cst j n1 vbds xx vvd p-acp dt np2 p-acp np1 vbz n1, j crd pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp av d dt np2 p-acp np1 vbz n1 vdd xx n1 np1 p-acp av vvn dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
92 as they did after, and were therefore to be blamed; and whatsoever Answer may be given to this will serve in our Case. as they did After, and were Therefore to be blamed; and whatsoever Answer may be given to this will serve in our Case. c-acp pns32 vdd a-acp, cc vbdr av pc-acp vbi vvn; cc r-crq n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
93 But it is urged, the Primitive Christians thought the use of Organs unlawful and several Authorities are produced to prove it, which when enquired into, will hardly be found to vote on the side they are pretended; But it is urged, the Primitive Christians Thought the use of Organs unlawful and several Authorities Are produced to prove it, which when inquired into, will hardly be found to vote on the side they Are pretended; p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, dt j np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f n2 j cc j n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, r-crq c-crq vvn p-acp, vmb av vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
94 but I have not time to examine them here, and when all is done no humane Authority in the World is of force against apparent Reason and Scripture; but I have not time to examine them Here, and when all is done no humane authority in the World is of force against apparent Reason and Scripture; cc-acp pns11 vhb xx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av, cc c-crq d vbz vdn dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz pp-f n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
95 and those who are against us herein, will take none against their Opinions. and those who Are against us herein, will take none against their Opinions. cc d r-crq vbr p-acp pno12 av, vmb vvi pix p-acp po32 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
96 4. Instrumental Musick is lawful and commendable, because it is said, Rev. 5.8, 9. And when he had taken the Book, the four Beasts and twenty four Elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them Harps and Golden Vials full of Odors, which are the Prayers of the Saints, 4. Instrumental Music is lawful and commendable, Because it is said, Rev. 5.8, 9. And when he had taken the Book, the four Beasts and twenty four Elders fell down before the Lamb, having every one of them Harps and Golden Vials full of Odours, which Are the Prayers of the Saints, crd j n1 vbz j cc j, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, n1 crd, crd cc c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n1, dt crd n2 cc crd crd n2-jn vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, vhg d crd pp-f pno32 n2 cc j n2 j pp-f n2, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
97 and they sung a New Song; and they sung a New Song; cc pns32 vvd dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
98 Thou art worthy to take the Book and to open the Seals thereof, for thou wast slain and hast redeemed us to God by the Blood, &c. Now if Musical Instruments were unlawful in the Christian Service on Earth, Thou art worthy to take the Book and to open the Seals thereof, for thou wast slave and haste redeemed us to God by the Blood, etc. Now if Musical Instruments were unlawful in the Christian Service on Earth, pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc pc-acp vvi dt n2 av, c-acp pns21 vbd2s vvn cc n1 vvn pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, av av cs j n2 vbdr j p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
99 then certainly the Holy Ghost would never have represented the Worshippers of Christ in Heaven, using them in their own Act of Worship; then Certainly the Holy Ghost would never have represented the Worshippers of christ in Heaven, using them in their own Act of Worship; av av-j dt j n1 vmd av-x vhi vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, vvg pno32 p-acp po32 d n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
100 and then how can any one doubt but that this is a fit Precedent for us to introduce them in ours, and then how can any one doubt but that this is a fit Precedent for us to introduce them in ours, cc av q-crq vmb d crd n1 p-acp d d vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp png12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
101 since this relation is no obscure Prophecy, but plain matter of Fact? It will not follow as well that Incense is to be established in the Christian Service from hence (tho' at the same time I shall not assert the unlawfulness of that) because the Elders are not represented using Vials of Odors as their own Act of Worship, since this Relation is no Obscure Prophecy, but plain matter of Fact? It will not follow as well that Incense is to be established in the Christian Service from hence (though At the same time I shall not assert the unlawfulness of that) Because the Elders Are not represented using Vials of Odours as their own Act of Worship, c-acp d n1 vbz dx j n1, cc-acp j n1 pp-f n1? pn31 vmb xx vvi c-acp av cst n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt njp n1 p-acp av (cs p-acp dt d n1 pns11 vmb xx vvb dt n1 pp-f d) p-acp dt n2-jn vbr xx vvn vvg n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 d n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
102 but to denote the Prayers of the Saints by a visible Representation, as most Things were delivered to John in Vision, but to denote the Prayers of the Saints by a visible Representation, as most Things were Delivered to John in Vision, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt j n1, c-acp ds n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
103 and as it was impossible to set forth the Prayers of others to the Eye, and as it was impossible to Set forth the Prayers of Others to the Eye, cc c-acp pn31 vbds j pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f n2-jn p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
104 unless by some corporeal adumbration of them, so nothing was so fit to set them forth by as Incense, which was a known Type of Prayers. unless by Some corporeal adumbration of them, so nothing was so fit to Set them forth by as Incense, which was a known Type of Prayers. cs p-acp d j n1 pp-f pno32, av pix vbds av j pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp p-acp n1, r-crq vbds dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
105 Neither doth it follow that Altars and the like which are represented to be in Heaven in this Book of Revelations are to be established now, Neither does it follow that Altars and the like which Are represented to be in Heaven in this Book of Revelations Are to be established now, av-d vdz pn31 vvi d n2 cc dt av-j r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
106 because the Angels are no where brought in using them in their own Worship, but representing something future thereby. Because the Angels Are no where brought in using them in their own Worship, but representing something future thereby. c-acp dt n2 vbr av-dx q-crq vvn p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po32 d n1, cc-acp vvg pi j-jn av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
107 Nor again, because the Joy of a Marrriage-Feast is said to bear resemblance to the Joys of Heaven; Nor again, Because the Joy of a Marrriage-Feast is said to bear resemblance to the Joys of Heaven; ccx av, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
108 doth it therefore follow, that Laughter, Dancing, &c. the Expressions of Joy at a Marriage-Feast, are to be introduced, does it Therefore follow, that Laughter, Dancing, etc. the Expressions of Joy At a Marriage-feast, Are to be introduced, vdz pn31 av vvi, cst n1, j-vvg, av dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vbr pc-acp vbi vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
109 because we are no ways obliged to endeavour to possess our selves of any thing which can be compared to Heavenly Happiness, Because we Are no ways obliged to endeavour to possess our selves of any thing which can be compared to Heavenly Happiness, c-acp pns12 vbr dx n2 vvn pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
110 and besides it were vain to do it. and beside it were vain to do it. cc p-acp pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vdi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
111 As to what is said, that it may as well be argued when Antichrist shall fall the Church shall be delivered from Instrumental Musick, because Rev. 18.22. As to what is said, that it may as well be argued when Antichrist shall fallen the Church shall be Delivered from Instrumental Music, Because Rev. 18.22. p-acp p-acp r-crq vbz vvn, cst pn31 vmb a-acp av vbi vvn c-crq np1 vmb vvi dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, c-acp n1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
112 after an account is given of the fall of Babylon, it is said, And the Voice of Harpers and Musicians, After an account is given of the fallen of Babylon, it is said, And the Voice of Harpers and Musicians, p-acp dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
113 and of Pipers and Trumpeters, shall no more at all be heard in thee, (to which is subjoyn'd, and of Pipers and Trumpeters, shall no more At all be herd in thee, (to which is subjoined, cc pp-f n2 cc n2, vmb av-dx av-dc p-acp d vbi vvn p-acp pno21, (p-acp r-crq vbz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 10
114 tho' not mention'd by our Adversary) and no Craftsman of whatever Craft he be, shall any more be found in thee, though not mentioned by our Adversary) and no Craftsman of whatever Craft he be, shall any more be found in thee, cs xx vvn p-acp po12 n1) cc dx n1 pp-f r-crq n1 pns31 vbb, vmb d n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno21, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 10
115 and the sound of a Milstone shall be heard no more at all in thee, nor the Voice of the Bridegroom and the like. and the found of a Millstone shall be herd no more At all in thee, nor the Voice of the Bridegroom and the like. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av-dx av-dc p-acp d p-acp pno21, ccx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 10
116 I do not see how the Harping here mention'd should be interpreted more of Musick in Churches, than of Musick at Revellings; I do not see how the Harping Here mentioned should be interpreted more of Music in Churches, than of Music At Revellings; pns11 vdb xx vvi c-crq dt vvg av vvn vmd vbi vvn av-dc pp-f n1 p-acp n2, cs pp-f n1 p-acp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 10
117 and if it should be allowed that Musick in Churches were hereby to be understood, I suppose it may be prov'd, that the most Lawful things have been threatned to be withdrawn from ungodly People, and if it should be allowed that Music in Churches were hereby to be understood, I suppose it may be proved, that the most Lawful things have been threatened to be withdrawn from ungodly People, cc cs pn31 vmd vbi vvn cst n1 p-acp n2 vbdr av pc-acp vbi vvn, pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst dt av-ds j n2 vhb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 10
118 even the Word it self by a just consequence, Rev. 2.5. even the Word it self by a just consequence, Rev. 2.5. av dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, n1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 10
119 And again, if Organical Musick in Churches must be accounted Unlawful from hence, then will also by the same reason the exercise of Trades, Marriage, &c. Because Babylon is equally threatned to be depriv'd of these things. And again, if Organical Music in Churches must be accounted Unlawful from hence, then will also by the same reason the exercise of Trades, Marriage, etc. Because Babylon is equally threatened to be deprived of these things. cc av, cs j n1 p-acp n2 vmb vbi vvn j-u p-acp av, av vmb av p-acp dt d n1 dt n1 pp-f n2, n1, av p-acp np1 vbz av-jn vvn pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 10
120 Lastly, if a general concurrence in the Opinion of the Lawfulness of Instrumental Musick be an Argument for it, we have that to urge; Lastly, if a general concurrence in the Opinion of the Lawfulness of Instrumental Music be an Argument for it, we have that to urge; ord, cs dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbb dt n1 p-acp pn31, pns12 vhb d pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
121 as to mention only Protestants, the Judgment of Mr. Baxter, a profess'd Dissenter, whose Arguments are publick: as to mention only Protestants, the Judgement of Mr. Baxter, a professed Dissenter, whose Arguments Are public: c-acp pc-acp vvi av-j n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, dt vvn n1, rg-crq n2 vbr j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
122 Then we find great part of the Protestant Churches in Germany using Organs, as also in Swedeland, Denmark, Switzerland, part of Poland, and in Holland generally. Then we find great part of the Protestant Churches in Germany using Organs, as also in Swedeland, Denmark, Switzerland, part of Poland, and in Holland generally. av pns12 vvb j n1 pp-f dt n1 n2 p-acp np1 vvg n2, c-acp av p-acp np1, np1, np1, n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp n1 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 10
123 'Tis true, it was Decreed by the National Synod at Middleburg, Ann. 1581. and of Holland and Zealand, Ann. 1594. to prohibit Organical Musick, It's true, it was Decreed by the National Synod At Middelburg, Ann. 1581. and of Holland and Zealand, Ann. 1594. to prohibit Organical Music, pn31|vbz j, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd cc pp-f n1 cc np1, np1 crd pc-acp vvi j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
124 except during Divine Service, extra cultum, post, aut ante conciones, as the Learned Durell proves, from Schookius Exercit. 30.9. except during Divine Service, extra cultum, post, Or ante Conciones, as the Learned Durell Proves, from Schookius Exercise 30.9. c-acp p-acp j-jn n1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt j np1 vvz, p-acp np1 np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
125 but that was only intended to take off the abuse of Church Musick, that it might not be used as an Entertainment to Idle Persons, but be applied only to Psalm Singing, &c. However, our Adversaries taking hold of this, pretend that Organs were introduc'd into the Dutch Churches by some Magistrates, against the consent of the Dutch Ministers, but that was only intended to take off the abuse of Church Music, that it might not be used as an Entertainment to Idle Persons, but be applied only to Psalm Singing, etc. However, our Adversaries taking hold of this, pretend that Organs were introduced into the Dutch Churches by Some Magistrates, against the consent of the Dutch Ministers, cc-acp d vbds av-j vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, cst pn31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2, p-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp np1 vvg, av c-acp, po12 n2 vvg n1 pp-f d, vvb d n2 vbdr vvd p-acp dt jp n2 p-acp d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
126 and in their Quotations they deliver only part of the Decrees, viz. that they would endeavour to prevail with the Magistratesto Banish Organs out of their Temples, leaving out (except during Divine Service) and for this they quote Voet, but I think the Words of the Decree it self deliver'd by Schookius, is a clearer Evidence of the approbation of Organs by the Dutch, and in their Quotations they deliver only part of the Decrees, viz. that they would endeavour to prevail with the Magistratesto Banish Organs out of their Temples, leaving out (except during Divine Service) and for this they quote Voet, but I think the Words of the decree it self Delivered by Schookius, is a clearer Evidence of the approbation of Organs by the Dutch, cc p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vvb av-j n1 pp-f dt n2, n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np1 vvb n2 av pp-f po32 n2, vvg av (c-acp p-acp j-jn n1) cc p-acp d pns32 vvb n1, p-acp pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1 vvn p-acp np1, vbz dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt jp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
127 than is the partial Quotation of Voet, (a profess'd Enemy to Organs) of the contrary: than is the partial Quotation of Voet, (a professed Enemy to Organs) of the contrary: cs vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, (dt vvn n1 p-acp n2) pp-f dt n-jn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
128 thus much for the Lawfulness and Commendableness of Instrumental Musick. 2. I come to answer some Objections, which are made against Instrumental Musick. thus much for the Lawfulness and Commendableness of Instrumental Music. 2. I come to answer Some Objections, which Are made against Instrumental Music. av av-d c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1. crd pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
129 1. It is Objected, that Instrumental Musick is a part of the Ceremonial Law, because Moses appointed Trumpets, which are Musical Instruments. 1. It is Objected, that Instrumental Music is a part of the Ceremonial Law, Because Moses appointed Trumpets, which Are Musical Instruments. crd pn31 vbz vvn, cst j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp np1 vvn n2, r-crq vbr j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
130 To which I answer, they were not appointed for those ends which Instrumental Musick was, To which I answer, they were not appointed for those ends which Instrumental Music was, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp d n2 r-crq j n1 vbds, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
131 because among all the uses which are reckon'd up for them, Numb. 10. there is no mention of applying them to Singing, Because among all the uses which Are reckoned up for them, Numb. 10. there is no mention of applying them to Singing, c-acp p-acp d dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn a-acp p-acp pno32, j. crd a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg pno32 p-acp vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
132 or of Sounding them Harmoniously, and accordingly they were never Sounded in the Consort of the Temple Musick, or of Sounding them Harmoniously, and accordingly they were never Sounded in the Consort of the Temple Music, cc pp-f j-vvg pno32 av-j, cc av-vvg pns32 vbdr av-x vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
133 but in the intermissions of the Musick, as Dr. Lightfoot shews; but in the intermissions of the Music, as Dr. Lightfoot shows; cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp n1 j vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
134 and therefore tho' at the 10th Verse of this Chapter, it is Prescrib'd the Priests should Blow with Trumpets over the Sacrifice; and Therefore though At the 10th Verse of this Chapter, it is Prescribed the Priests should Blow with Trumpets over the Sacrifice; cc av cs p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, pn31 vbz vvn dt n2 vmd vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
135 yet can it not be supposed that this Blowing was any other than making a great noise, for the foregoing Reasons; yet can it not be supposed that this Blowing was any other than making a great noise, for the foregoing Reasons; av vmb pn31 xx vbi vvn cst d vvg vbds d n-jn cs vvg dt j n1, p-acp dt vvg n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 11
136 and as Dr. Lightfoot shews, who tells us, the Blowing was only a Taratantara, as he calls it, which cannot be thought Musical. and as Dr. Lightfoot shows, who tells us, the Blowing was only a Taratantara, as he calls it, which cannot be Thought Musical. cc c-acp n1 np1 vvz, r-crq vvz pno12, dt vvg vbds j dt uh, c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
137 But it is urged, it was a part of the Ceremonial Law, because Instituted by David; and to justifie this supposition, many other suppositions are brought too tedious to be here examin'd; But it is urged, it was a part of the Ceremonial Law, Because Instituted by David; and to justify this supposition, many other suppositions Are brought too tedious to be Here examined; p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp vvn p-acp np1; cc pc-acp vvi d n1, d j-jn n2 vbr vvn av j pc-acp vbi av vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
138 however, to take off the pretence of the conclusiveness of this at least; however, to take off the pretence of the conclusiveness of this At least; c-acp, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d c-acp ds; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
139 I have to say, that Singing was Instituted by David, at the same time that Instrumental Musick was; I have to say, that Singing was Instituted by David, At the same time that Instrumental Music was; pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi, cst vvg vbds vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt d n1 cst j n1 vbds; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
140 But this being a Duty now under the Gospel, could be no part of the Ceremonial Law, according to our Adversaries way of reasoning; But this being a Duty now under the Gospel, could be no part of the Ceremonial Law, according to our Adversaries Way of reasoning; cc-acp d vbg dt n1 av p-acp dt n1, vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvg p-acp po12 n2 n1 pp-f vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
141 and why this other institution of David 's, should be Ceremonial then, will not appear from his appointment of it barely. and why this other Institution of David is, should be Ceremonial then, will not appear from his appointment of it barely. cc c-crq d j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vbz, vmd vbi j av, vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1 pp-f pn31 av-j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
142 But again, Vocal Musick may seem more Ceremonial than Instrumental, because Moses himself Composed a Song, Exod. 15. And besides, God commanded Moses to Teach the Children of Israel a Song, Deut. 31. — 19. Whereas Moses never spake a word concerning Instrumental Musick; But again, Vocal Music may seem more Ceremonial than Instrumental, Because Moses himself Composed a Song, Exod 15. And beside, God commanded Moses to Teach the Children of Israel a Song, Deuteronomy 31. — 19. Whereas Moses never spoke a word Concerning Instrumental Music; p-acp av, j n1 vmb vvi av-dc j cs j, c-acp np1 px31 vvn dt n1, np1 crd cc a-acp, np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 dt n1, np1 crd — crd cs np1 av-x vvd dt n1 vvg j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
143 and if he had, I believe it would be no easie matter to prove Singing more moral than the other. and if he had, I believe it would be no easy matter to prove Singing more moral than the other. cc cs pns31 vhd, pns11 vvb pn31 vmd vbi dx j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 av-dc j cs dt n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
144 But however, if Instrumental Musick had been appointed as a Ceremony, or a Type, although no obligation would have lain on us, to have used it meerly because it was so appointed; But however, if Instrumental Music had been appointed as a Ceremony, or a Type, although no obligation would have lain on us, to have used it merely Because it was so appointed; p-acp a-acp, cs j n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cs dx n1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno12, pc-acp vhi vvn pn31 av-j c-acp pn31 vbds av vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
145 and though it would have been foolish to have used it as a Type, when the thing Typified were accomplished; and though it would have been foolish to have used it as a Type, when the thing Typified were accomplished; cc cs pn31 vmd vhi vbn j pc-acp vhi vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvn vbdr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
146 yet since it hath a natural power to promote a Moral end, I do not see why it may not be used by us to that end, yet since it hath a natural power to promote a Moral end, I do not see why it may not be used by us to that end, av c-acp pn31 vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi c-crq pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
147 because our Adversaries can produce neither Scripture nor Reason to condemn such a Practice. Because our Adversaries can produce neither Scripture nor Reason to condemn such a Practice. c-acp po12 n2 vmb vvi dx n1 ccx n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 12
148 2. It is objected, Christians are to Worship God in Spirit and Truth, without multiplicity of pompous Rites and Ceremonies, which God hath not Instituted; 2. It is objected, Christians Are to Worship God in Spirit and Truth, without Multiplicity of pompous Rites and Ceremonies, which God hath not Instituted; crd pn31 vbz vvn, np1 vbr p-acp n1 np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, r-crq np1 vhz xx vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
149 and tho' some may pretend the affections of their Souls are stirred up by the Benefit of Instrumental Musick, and though Some may pretend the affections of their Souls Are stirred up by the Benefit of Instrumental Music, cc cs d vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
150 yet that doth not justifie its stated use, for then a Crucifix, a Death's Head, a Skeleton and the like, the sight whereof may by chance have the same effect, are fit to be introduc'd too, yet that does not justify its stated use, for then a Crucifix, a Death's Head, a Skeleton and the like, the sighed whereof may by chance have the same Effect, Are fit to be introduced too, av cst vdz xx vvi po31 j-vvn n1, c-acp cs dt n1, dt ng1 n1, dt n1 cc dt j, dt n1 c-crq vmb p-acp n1 vhb dt d n1, vbr j pc-acp vbi vvd av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
151 and likewise Sacrificing to represent the Death of Christ past. and likewise Sacrificing to represent the Death of christ past. cc av vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
152 Tho' at the same time Men may mistake a cheerful agitation of the Spirits for a Religious affection, Though At the same time Men may mistake a cheerful agitation of the Spirits for a Religious affection, cs p-acp dt d n1 n2 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
153 and there are some who profess this sort of Musick doth Distract them. This is the Objection in its utmost comprehension. and there Are Some who profess this sort of Music does Distract them. This is the Objection in its utmost comprehension. cc pc-acp vbr d r-crq vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvb pno32. d vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
154 To which I answer, the Worshipping God with pompous Rites and Ceremonies in an ill Sense, can be nothing else but accounting Divine Worship, to consist in the outward performance of such, To which I answer, the Worshipping God with pompous Rites and Ceremonies in an ill Sense, can be nothing Else but accounting Divine Worship, to consist in the outward performance of such, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, dt vvg np1 p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vmb vbi pix av cc-acp vvg j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
155 or thinking to please God meerly with a gay show, which were to dishonour him. or thinking to please God merely with a gay show, which were to dishonour him. cc vvg pc-acp vvi np1 av-j p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi pno31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
156 But as I think none can deny, that by reason of the natural influence which external Objects and Performances have upon our Souls, our Devotion may be heightned by the suitable Application of such, But as I think none can deny, that by reason of the natural influence which external Objects and Performances have upon our Souls, our Devotion may be heightened by the suitable Application of such, cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvb pix vmb vvi, cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 r-crq j n2 cc n2 vhb p-acp po12 n2, po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
157 so to introduce and make use of those which apparently tend to promote Piety, only to raise our affections thereby; so to introduce and make use of those which apparently tend to promote Piety, only to raise our affections thereby; av pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1 pp-f d r-crq av-j vvb pc-acp vvi n1, av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
158 tho' they may seem pompous to our prejudic'd Adversaries, and tho' Christ hath not particularly specified them, will be very lawful, though they may seem pompous to our prejudiced Adversaries, and though christ hath not particularly specified them, will be very lawful, cs pns32 vmb vvi j p-acp po12 vvn n2, cc cs np1 vhz xx av-j vvd pno32, vmb vbi av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
159 because this is a means to improve our Spiritual Worship, as a pair of Spectacles is a means to improve the faculty of Seeing. Because this is a means to improve our Spiritual Worship, as a pair of Spectacles is a means to improve the faculty of Seeing. c-acp d vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi po12 j n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
160 Besides, the Apostles of Christ have given us a general Commission to appoint such things, as 1 Cor. 14.26. Let all things be done to Edification; Beside, the Apostles of christ have given us a general Commission to appoint such things, as 1 Cor. 14.26. Let all things be done to Edification; p-acp, dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb vvn pno12 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, c-acp crd np1 crd. vvb d n2 vbb vdn p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
161 and Ver. 40. Let all things be done decently and in order. and Ver. 40. Let all things be done decently and in order. cc np1 crd vvb d n2 vbb vdn av-j cc p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
162 And again, as our Lord hath no where forbidden us to do thus, so hath he no where prescrib'd particular Institutions for the Administration of the external parts of Religion; And again, as our Lord hath no where forbidden us to do thus, so hath he no where prescribed particular Institutions for the Administration of the external parts of Religion; cc av, c-acp po12 n1 vhz dx n1 vvn pno12 pc-acp vdi av, av vhz pns31 dx c-crq vvn j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
163 nor have his Apostles prescrib'd enough, and without a sufficiency of such publick Worship can never be perform'd as it ought; nor have his Apostles prescribed enough, and without a sufficiency of such public Worship can never be performed as it ought; ccx vhb po31 n2 vvn av-d, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn c-acp pn31 vmd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
164 and so there is a necessity for the Ministers of the Gospel to appoint them, and so there is a necessity for the Ministers of the Gospel to appoint them, cc av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
165 if they will obey the Apostles Precept, of doing things to Edification, decently, &c. And yet Christ as some insinuate, is not to be thought to have less provided for his Church, if they will obey the Apostles Precept, of doing things to Edification, decently, etc. And yet christ as Some insinuate, is not to be Thought to have less provided for his Church, cs pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 n1, pp-f vdg n2 p-acp n1, av-j, av cc av np1 p-acp d vvb, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vhi dc vvn p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
166 than Moses did for the Jewish, because Mens own Judgments where Passion and Prejudice do not prevail, together with the general Rules left us in Scripture, are sufficient for making provision in this respect; than Moses did for the Jewish, Because Mens own Judgments where Passion and Prejudice do not prevail, together with the general Rules left us in Scripture, Are sufficient for making provision in this respect; cs np1 vdd p-acp dt jp, c-acp np1 d n2 c-crq n1 cc n1 vdb xx vvi, av p-acp dt j n2 vvd pno12 p-acp n1, vbr j p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
167 whereas it was impossible for the wit and subtilty of Man to have discerned that it would be pleasing to God to observe those Typical things of the Law, which Moses so critically prescrib'd, whereas it was impossible for the wit and subtlety of Man to have discerned that it would be pleasing to God to observe those Typical things of the Law, which Moses so critically prescribed, cs pn31 vbds j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vhi vvn cst pn31 vmd vbi vvg p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d j n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq np1 av av-j vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
168 and so there was a necessity for him to enjoyn them. and so there was a necessity for him to enjoin them. cc av a-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
169 Besides, the Jews had a Liturgy, a Form of Prayers of much the same nature with ours, which they ordinarily used, and which Moses never Instituted; Beside, the jews had a Liturgy, a From of Prayers of much the same nature with ours, which they ordinarily used, and which Moses never Instituted; p-acp, dt np2 vhd dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 pp-f d dt d n1 p-acp png12, r-crq pns32 av-j vvd, cc r-crq np1 av-x vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
170 yet he is not blamed for not appointing these things, nor the Jews for introducing them without a Warrant from him, yet he is not blamed for not appointing these things, nor the jews for introducing them without a Warrant from him, av pns31 vbz xx vvn c-acp xx vvg d n2, ccx dt np2 p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp dt vvb p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
171 or some other of the Prophets; as appears by Christ's communicating with them, and not Taxing them for these Innovations; or Some other of the prophets; as appears by Christ's communicating with them, and not Taxing them for these Innovations; cc d n-jn pp-f dt n2; c-acp vvz p-acp npg1 vvg p-acp pno32, cc xx vvg pno32 p-acp d n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
172 So that upon the whole, what can we think but that the Ministers of the Church are required to provide for the Administration of publick Service as the Jewish Doctors did; So that upon the Whole, what can we think but that the Ministers of the Church Are required to provide for the Administration of public Service as the Jewish Doctors did; av cst p-acp dt j-jn, r-crq vmb pns12 vvi cc-acp cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt jp n2 vdd; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
173 and by appointing such Rites and Ceremonies as in their Judgments they shall think most expedient, to promote the end of our assembling together? And since the use of Instrumental Musick is thought proper to this purpose, it follows, that to introduce that will be very convenient, and by appointing such Rites and Ceremonies as in their Judgments they shall think most expedient, to promote the end of our assembling together? And since the use of Instrumental Music is Thought proper to this purpose, it follows, that to introduce that will be very convenient, cc p-acp vvg d n2 cc n2 c-acp p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vmb vvi ds j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 vvg av? cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 vbz vvn j p-acp d n1, pn31 vvz, cst pc-acp vvi cst vmb vbi av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
174 tho' Christ spake nothing of it. though christ spoke nothing of it. cs np1 vvd pix pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
175 And I dare say it will be apparently sensible to every unbiass'd Person who is conversant with Instrumental Musick in the Church, of a grave sound Composition, that it will not raise a light pleasurable agitation of the Spirits, And I Dare say it will be apparently sensible to every unbiased Person who is conversant with Instrumental Music in the Church, of a grave found Composition, that it will not raise a Light pleasurable agitation of the Spirits, cc pns11 vvb vvb pn31 vmb vbi av-j j p-acp d j-vvn n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1, pp-f dt j j n1, cst pn31 vmb xx vvi dt n1 j n1 pp-f dt n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
176 nor distract any ones Mind, but whose Temper is different from that of the generallity of the World. nor distract any ones Mind, but whose Temper is different from that of the generality of the World. ccx vvb d pig n1, p-acp rg-crq vvi vbz j p-acp d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
177 'Tis true, Musick of an unsound Composition, may affect the Mind with lightness and distraction, as obscene Discourses may; It's true, Music of an unsound Composition, may affect the Mind with lightness and distraction, as obscene Discourses may; pn31|vbz j, n1 pp-f dt j n1, vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp j n2 vmb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
178 but the other sort of it will no more have this effect, than a Pious Discourse or Unedifying Sermon, upon which account the stated use of it will be very Justifiable: but the other sort of it will no more have this Effect, than a Pious Discourse or Unedifying Sermon, upon which account the stated use of it will be very Justifiable: cc-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31 vmb av-dx av-dc vhb d n1, cs dt j n1 cc j-vvg n1, p-acp r-crq n1 dt j-vvn n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi av j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
179 And yet it will not follow, that therefore a Crucifix, a Death's Head, Sacrificing and the like, ought to be introduc'd too; And yet it will not follow, that Therefore a Crucifix, a Death's Head, Sacrificing and the like, ought to be introduced too; cc av pn31 vmb xx vvi, cst av dt n1, dt ng1 n1, vvg cc dt j, pi pc-acp vbi vvd av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
180 Because, 1. It would be very inconvenient to institute every Thing which in its own nature might be Edifying; Because, 1. It would be very inconvenient to institute every Thing which in its own nature might be Edifying; c-acp, crd pn31 vmd vbi av j pc-acp vvi d n1 r-crq p-acp po31 d n1 vmd vbi vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
181 we should then be overcharg'd with the number of them. we should then be overcharged with the number of them. pns12 vmd av vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
182 Again, 2. There is not that power of moving the Spirits in such little adumbrations now mention'd, as to justifie their use; Again, 2. There is not that power of moving the Spirits in such little adumbrations now mentioned, as to justify their use; av, crd pc-acp vbz xx d n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 p-acp d j n2 av vvn, c-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
183 for tho' it be said, Things affect more by the sight than by the other Senses, that is true, only of a lively ocular representation of a Thing, which those small appearances cannot pretend to. for though it be said, Things affect more by the sighed than by the other Senses, that is true, only of a lively ocular representation of a Thing, which those small appearances cannot pretend to. c-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn, n2 vvb av-dc p-acp dt n1 cs p-acp dt j-jn n2, cst vbz j, j pp-f dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq d j n2 vmbx vvi p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
184 However, I may safely say, tho' it cross the Proverb; However, I may safely say, though it cross the Proverb; c-acp, pns11 vmb av-j vvi, cs pn31 vvb dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
185 there is that power in the best sort of Musick, as to exercise a Passion in us, no way short of what the most affecting representations to the Eye are able to raise. there is that power in the best sort of Music, as to exercise a Passion in us, no Way short of what the most affecting representations to the Eye Are able to raise. pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12, dx n1 j pp-f r-crq dt av-ds j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 15
186 More may be said in respect of a Crucifix, it being a means to introduce Idolatry in the Minds of the Ignorant, More may be said in respect of a Crucifix, it being a means to introduce Idolatry in the Minds of the Ignorant, n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbg dt n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 16
187 and also of Sacrificing the bloodyness of such an usage, being no way agreeable to the Christian Character. and also of Sacrificing the bloodyness of such an usage, being no Way agreeable to the Christian Character. cc av pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, vbg dx n1 j p-acp dt njp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 16
188 However, if any of these or others were thought Edifying by our Superiors, and enjoyn'd by them, there is no question but that their Injunction were lawful, However, if any of these or Others were Thought Edifying by our Superiors, and enjoined by them, there is no question but that their Injunction were lawful, c-acp, cs d pp-f d cc ng2-jn vbdr vvn vvg p-acp po12 n2-jn, cc vvd p-acp pno32, pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp cst po32 n1 vbdr j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 16
189 and our Obedience thereto a Duty. and our obedience thereto a Duty. cc po12 n1 av dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 16
190 3. It is Objected in one of our Homilies, viz. of Time and Place of Prayer, Part 2. Whereas a Person is supposed to refrain our Parish Churches, 3. It is Objected in one of our Homilies, viz. of Time and Place of Prayer, Part 2. Whereas a Person is supposed to refrain our Parish Churches, crd pn31 vbz vvn p-acp crd pp-f po12 n2, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvb crd cs dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi po12 n1 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
191 because all the Saints and goodly Sights were gone, and because he could not hear the like Piping, Singing, Because all the Saints and goodly Sights were gone, and Because he could not hear the like Piping, Singing, c-acp d dt n2 cc j n2 vbdr vvn, cc c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi dt av-j vvg, vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
192 and Playing on the Organs, as heretofore: and Playing on the Organs, as heretofore: cc vvg p-acp dt n2, c-acp av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
193 It is Replyed, we ought to give God thanks that our Churches are deliver'd from these things, &c. From whence it is inferr'd, that Organs are accounted Unlawful even by the Church of England. Now here it is to be observ'd, that Singing is alike Condemn'd: It is Replied, we ought to give God thanks that our Churches Are Delivered from these things, etc. From whence it is inferred, that Organs Are accounted Unlawful even by the Church of England. Now Here it is to be observed, that Singing is alike Condemned: pn31 vbz vvd, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi np1 n2 cst po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n2, av p-acp c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst n2 vbr vvn j-u av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. av av pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vvg vbz av-j vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
194 Besides, it is not said, he could not hear any Singing, Playing on the Organs, and so forth, but the like Singing and Playing on the Organs. Beside, it is not said, he could not hear any Singing, Playing on the Organs, and so forth, but the like Singing and Playing on the Organs. a-acp, pn31 vbz xx vvn, pns31 vmd xx vvi d n-vvg, vvg p-acp dt n2, cc av av, cc-acp dt j n-vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
195 So that it is not the use, but the abuse hereof, in the superstitious Service of the Papists, which is Condemn'd. So that it is not the use, but the abuse hereof, in the superstitious Service of the Papists, which is Condemned. av cst pn31 vbz xx dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt njp2, r-crq vbz vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 16
196 4. It is objected, If praising God with Organs be lawful, than with Harps, Viols, and the like, and also with Dancing. 4. It is objected, If praising God with Organs be lawful, than with Harps, Viols, and the like, and also with Dancing. crd pn31 vbz vvn, cs vvg np1 p-acp n2 vbb j, cs p-acp n2, n2, cc dt j, cc av p-acp j-vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
197 As for Dancing I shall not consider the lawfulness so much as the fitness of it to be introduced in Christian Assemblies; As for Dancing I shall not Consider the lawfulness so much as the fitness of it to be introduced in Christian Assemblies; p-acp p-acp j-vvg pns11 vmb xx vvi dt n1 av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vbi vvd p-acp njp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
198 and since it doth not appear that it was used in the ordinary Service of the Jews, nor in any House of Worship, and since it does not appear that it was used in the ordinary Service of the jews, nor in any House of Worship, cc c-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, ccx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
199 but occasionally in the Fields, Streets, or the like, upon publick Rejoycings for Blessings, receiv'd; but occasionally in the Fields, Streets, or the like, upon public Rejoicings for Blessings, received; cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n2, n2, cc dt j, p-acp j n2-vvg p-acp n2, vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
200 therefore there is not the same Reason for admitting Dancing as there is for admitting Organs, which were used in the ordinary Service of the Jews, in the great House of Prayer the Temple constantly, Therefore there is not the same Reason for admitting Dancing as there is for admitting Organs, which were used in the ordinary Service of the jews, in the great House of Prayer the Temple constantly, av pc-acp vbz xx dt d n1 p-acp vvg j-vvg p-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp vvg n2, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
201 and which have a great power of affecting the Mind as it ought to be, beyond what Dancing can pretend to, especially now a days, which perhaps too heretofore was more an effect of religious Joy than a cause. and which have a great power of affecting the Mind as it ought to be, beyond what Dancing can pretend to, especially now a days, which perhaps too heretofore was more an Effect of religious Joy than a cause. cc q-crq vhb dt j n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi, p-acp r-crq j-vvg vmb vvi p-acp, av-j av dt n2, r-crq av av av vbds dc cs n1 pp-f j n1 cs dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
202 Then as for Harps, Viols, and the like, no doubt they may very lawfully be used in our Service too, only an Organ must be thought better, Then as for Harps, Viols, and the like, no doubt they may very lawfully be used in our Service too, only an Organ must be Thought better, av c-acp p-acp n2, n2, cc dt j, dx n1 pns32 vmb av av-j vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 av, av-j dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av-jc, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
203 because it is a more comprehensive Instrument. Because it is a more comprehensive Instrument. c-acp pn31 vbz dt av-dc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 17
204 5. It is objected, If praising God with Instruments be a fit means to raise Devotion, 5. It is objected, If praising God with Instruments be a fit means to raise Devotion, crd pn31 vbz vvn, cs vvg np1 p-acp n2 vbb dt j n2 pc-acp vvi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
205 then Christ and his Apostles are to be impeached of want of Wisdom, for not recommending it. then christ and his Apostles Are to be impeached of want of Wisdom, for not recommending it. cs np1 cc po31 n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n1 pp-f n1, c-acp xx vvg pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
206 Not so because Man's own understanding could suggest it: Not so Because Man's own understanding could suggest it: xx av c-acp ng1 d n1 vmd vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
207 Besides it was enough that God approved of it in the Service of the Jews, from whence Christians might borrow it. Beside it was enough that God approved of it in the Service of the jews, from whence Christians might borrow it. p-acp pn31 vbds d cst np1 vvd pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, p-acp c-crq np1 vmd vvi pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
208 But enough hath been said to take off the force of this, in my Answer to the second Objection. But enough hath been said to take off the force of this, in my Answer to the second Objection. p-acp d vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f d, p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 17
209 6. It is objected, That to introduce Organs, without the Authority of Convocation or Parliament, is contrary to the Act of Uniformity, it being Supra-Conformity. 6. It is objected, That to introduce Organs, without the authority of Convocation or Parliament, is contrary to the Act of Uniformity, it being Supra-Conformity. crd pn31 vbz vvn, cst pc-acp vvi n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbg n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
210 Now, I suppose, because Organs are not expresly prescribed by the Common-Prayer-Book, to establish them is thought a new Right, Now, I suppose, Because Organs Are not expressly prescribed by the Common prayer book, to establish them is Thought a new Right, av, pns11 vvb, c-acp n2 vbr xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 vbz vvn dt j n-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
211 for I cannot think our Adversary will call it a new Form; for I cannot think our Adversary will call it a new From; c-acp pns11 vmbx vvi po12 n1 vmb vvi pn31 dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
212 and Queen Elizabeth 's Act doth say, Whoso obstinately standing in it, doth use any other Right than is prescribed by the Common-Prayer-Book, shall suffer Damage. and Queen Elizabeth is Act does say, Whoso obstinately standing in it, does use any other Right than is prescribed by the Common prayer book, shall suffer Damage. cc n1 np1 vbz n1 vdz vvi, r-crq av-j vvg p-acp pn31, vdz vvi d j-jn j-jn av vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
213 Now in the first place, Organs cannot be thought such a Right as is forbid by this Act, Now in the First place, Organs cannot be Thought such a Right as is forbid by this Act, av p-acp dt ord n1, n2 vmbx vbi vvn d dt j-jn c-acp vbz vvn p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
214 because the practice of all Cathedrals at the time of the making of it was to use Organs with their singing; Because the practice of all Cathedrals At the time of the making of it was to use Organs with their singing; c-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f pn31 vbds pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n-vvg; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
215 nay, in the Queen's own Chappel they were used too, and were not disused any where upon the promulgation of it. nay, in the Queen's own Chapel they were used too, and were not disused any where upon the Promulgation of it. uh-x, p-acp dt n1|vbz d n1 pns32 vbdr vvn av, cc vbdr xx vvn d c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
216 Again, I conceive, in that the Words obstinately standing in it are applied to make an additional Right a breach of this Act, Again, I conceive, in that the Words obstinately standing in it Are applied to make an additional Right a breach of this Act, av, pns11 vvb, p-acp d dt n2 av-j vvg p-acp pn31 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n-jn dt n1 pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
217 therefore several Modes and Circumstances of Worship, not in opposition to the Common-Prayer-Book, might be used with it, Therefore several Modes and circumstances of Worship, not in opposition to the Common prayer book, might be used with it, av j np1 cc n2 pp-f n1, xx p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
218 tho' not there expressed, provided they were not opposed by our Ordinaries, and I suppose none of them are against Organs. though not there expressed, provided they were not opposed by our Ordinaries, and I suppose none of them Are against Organs. cs xx a-acp vvn, vvn pns32 vbdr xx vvn p-acp po12 n2-j, cc pns11 vvb pix pp-f pno32 vbr p-acp n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
219 Our Objector allows an Injunction from the King would take off the force of his Argument, which tho' we cannot now plead, Our Objector allows an Injunction from the King would take off the force of his Argument, which though we cannot now plead, po12 n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq cs pns12 vmbx av vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
220 yet might easily have been obtained, no doubt, if need had required it; yet might Easily have been obtained, no doubt, if need had required it; av vmd av-j vhi vbn vvn, dx n1, cs n1 vhd vvn pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
221 for it is plain his present Majesty King William approves of Organs, not only because he frequents the places of Worship where they are used, for it is plain his present Majesty King William approves of Organs, not only Because he frequents the places of Worship where they Are used, c-acp pn31 vbz j po31 j n1 n1 np1 vvz pp-f n2, xx av-j c-acp pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n1 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
222 but also because he was pleased to give an Organ lately to one of our Churches in London. But that which gives more credit to the cause in hand than his Kingly Authority, is that he is undoubtedly a sincere Protestant, but also Because he was pleased to give an Organ lately to one of our Churches in London. But that which gives more credit to the cause in hand than his Kingly authority, is that he is undoubtedly a sincere Protestant, cc-acp av c-acp pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j p-acp crd pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1. p-acp cst r-crq vvz dc n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cs po31 j n1, vbz cst pns31 vbz av-j dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
223 as appears by the unspeakable Bravery he hath shewed, in undergoing such a multitude of Difficulties and Dangers these many years last past for the support of the Protestant Religion. as appears by the unspeakable Bravery he hath showed, in undergoing such a multitude of Difficulties and Dangers these many Years last passed for the support of the Protestant Religion. c-acp vvz p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vhz vvn, p-acp j-vvg d dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 d d n2 ord vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
224 If any Objections are brought against Instrumental Musick from the Authority of Schoolmen, and such others, they are of force against light, trivial Musick, If any Objections Are brought against Instrumental Music from the authority of Schoolmen, and such Others, they Are of force against Light, trivial Music, cs d n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc d n2-jn, pns32 vbr pp-f n1 p-acp n1, j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
225 but not against such as I am here speaking for. 3. I come to make an Improvement of what hath been said. but not against such as I am Here speaking for. 3. I come to make an Improvement of what hath been said. cc-acp xx p-acp d c-acp pns11 vbm av vvg p-acp. crd pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq vhz vbn vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
226 I know many are possessed with an Opinion that all Things which are Ornamental, which in their Opinion appear Gay and Glistering, are to be banished from God's House and Service, I know many Are possessed with an Opinion that all Things which Are Ornamental, which in their Opinion appear Gay and Glistering, Are to be banished from God's House and Service, pns11 vvb d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cst d n2 r-crq vbr j, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 vvi j cc j-vvg, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
227 as savouring of Jewish or Popish Superstition, and that no human Rite or Institution whatever is to be admitted for the more orderly solemnization of Divine Worship, as savouring of Jewish or Popish Superstition, and that no human Rite or Institution whatever is to be admitted for the more orderly solemnization of Divine Worship, c-acp vvg pp-f jp cc j n1, cc cst dx j n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
228 and stirring up of Piety, because the simplicity of Christian Worship they think doth imply thus much. and stirring up of Piety, Because the simplicity of Christian Worship they think does imply thus much. cc vvg a-acp pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pns32 vvb vdz vvi av av-d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
229 And therefore all Arguments fetched from the Example of David, the ancient Jews or Primitive Christians, are of no force with them; And Therefore all Arguments fetched from the Exampl of David, the ancient jews or Primitive Christians, Are of no force with them; cc av d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j np2 cc j np1, vbr pp-f dx n1 p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
230 we must not beautify our Churches as the Jews did the Temple; we must not beautify our Churches as the jews did the Temple; pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt np2 vdd dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
231 nor make our Service edifying, comely, and awful, with Ceremonies and Institutions not expressed in Scripture, nor make our Service edifying, comely, and awful, with Ceremonies and Institutions not expressed in Scripture, ccx vvb po12 n1 vvg, j, cc j, p-acp n2 cc n2 xx vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
232 tho' we find God's own People of old did so all along; though we find God's own People of old did so all along; cs pns12 vvb npg1 vvi n1 pp-f j vdd av av-d a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
233 but why must we not? As to the Jewish Temple, David 's Reason for building and adorning that was taken from the Magnificence of his own House, 2 Sam. 7.2. See, saith he, I dwell in an house of Cedar, but the ark of God remaineth within Curtains: but why must we not? As to the Jewish Temple, David is Reason for building and adorning that was taken from the Magnificence of his own House, 2 Sam. 7.2. See, Says he, I dwell in an house of Cedar, but the Ark of God remains within Curtains: cc-acp q-crq vmb pns12 xx? p-acp p-acp dt jp n1, np1 vbz n1 p-acp n1 cc vvg cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, crd np1 crd. vvb, vvz pns31, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
234 And surely we have the same Reason to argue thus, Shall we take care to build sumptuous, magnificent Houses for ourselves, And surely we have the same Reason to argue thus, Shall we take care to built sumptuous, magnificent Houses for ourselves, cc av-j pns12 vhb dt d n1 pc-acp vvi av, vmb pns12 vvi n1 pc-acp vvi j, j n2 p-acp px12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
235 and yet not be concerned to see the House of God of a mean Building, rough and unpolished? Surely though God cannot be said to live in an House made with Hands, and yet not be concerned to see the House of God of a mean Building, rough and unpolished? Surely though God cannot be said to live in an House made with Hands, cc av xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f dt j n1, j cc j? np1 cs np1 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
236 yet whatsoever is dedicated to his Service ought to be set off in such a manner as to bespeak the Dignity of him, yet whatsoever is dedicated to his Service ought to be Set off in such a manner as to bespeak the Dignity of him, av r-crq vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
237 as far as according to our Abilities it is reasonable we should: as Far as according to our Abilities it is reasonable we should: c-acp av-j c-acp vvg p-acp po12 n2 pn31 vbz j pns12 vmd: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
238 For he that abhorred those who sacrificed the worst of their Cattle, saying, Offer it now unto thy Governor, will he be pleased with thee or accept thy Person? Mal. 1.8. will have the same Reason to say in the present Case, Is this an House fit for my Name to be called upon in? Give it for an entertaining House to your Prince: For he that abhorred those who sacrificed the worst of their Cattle, saying, Offer it now unto thy Governor, will he be pleased with thee or accept thy Person? Malachi 1.8. will have the same Reason to say in the present Case, Is this an House fit for my Name to be called upon in? Give it for an entertaining House to your Prince: c-acp pns31 cst vvd d r-crq vvd dt js pp-f po32 n2, vvg, vvb pn31 av p-acp po21 n1, vmb pns31 vbi vvn p-acp pno21 cc vvi po21 n1? np1 crd. vmb vhi dt d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, vbz d dt n1 j p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp? vvb pn31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 p-acp po22 n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 20
239 See if he will thank you. See if he will thank you. vvb cs pns31 vmb vvi pn22. (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 20
240 The Primitive Christians, as oft as they had respite from Persecutions, were very industrious in erecting stately Churches, and adorning them splendidly; The Primitive Christians, as oft as they had respite from Persecutions, were very Industria in erecting stately Churches, and adorning them splendidly; dt j np1, c-acp av c-acp pns32 vhd n1 p-acp n2, vbdr av j p-acp vvg j n2, cc vvg pno32 av-j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 20
241 so that they were of the same mind we are in this matter. Then as to the Jewish Service; so that they were of the same mind we Are in this matter. Then as to the Jewish Service; av cst pns32 vbdr pp-f dt d n1 pns12 vbr p-acp d n1. av c-acp p-acp dt jp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 20
242 Since it is lawful for us to make use of a Liturgy, Compos'd by the Ministers of the Church, Since it is lawful for us to make use of a Liturgy, Composed by the Ministers of the Church, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 20
243 as I shew'd in my Answer to the second Objection, how can we do better than transplant those of the Jewish Institutions into our Service, which apparently tend to promote Piety? Since because no Reason can be given why such should be thought so abolish'd by the coming of Christ, as I showed in my Answer to the second Objection, how can we do better than transplant those of the Jewish Institutions into our Service, which apparently tend to promote Piety? Since Because no Reason can be given why such should be Thought so abolished by the coming of christ, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt ord n1, q-crq vmb pns12 vdb jc cs vvi d pp-f dt jp n2 p-acp po12 n1, r-crq av-j vvb pc-acp vvi n1? p-acp p-acp dx n1 vmb vbi vvn c-crq d vmd vbi vvn av vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 20
244 as to be made uncapable of being admitted among the Christian Ordinances; as to be made uncapable of being admitted among the Christian Ordinances; c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn j pp-f vbg vvn p-acp dt njp n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 20
245 we must needs think they are as likely to be pleasing to God now, as any other not more edifying than they; we must needs think they Are as likely to be pleasing to God now, as any other not more edifying than they; pns12 vmb av vvi pns32 vbr a-acp j pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp np1 av, c-acp d n-jn xx dc j-vvg cs pns32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 20
246 and especially too since part of the Jewish Service, viz. Singing of Psalms, is recommended by the Apostle. and especially too since part of the Jewish Service, viz. Singing of Psalms, is recommended by the Apostle. cc av-j av c-acp n1 pp-f dt jp n1, n1 vvg pp-f n2, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 20
247 But it is said, it is contrary to the simplicity of Christian Worship to do so. But it is said, it is contrary to the simplicity of Christian Worship to do so. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp n1 pc-acp vdi av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
248 No surely, since Christians are Men, endued with Passions, whose Faculties are to be wrought upon by impressions upon the outward Senses. No surely, since Christians Are Men, endued with Passion, whose Faculties Are to be wrought upon by impressions upon the outward Senses. uh-dx av-j, c-acp np1 vbr n2, vvn p-acp n2, rg-crq n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n2 p-acp dt j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
249 I conceive the simplicity of Christian Worship consists in a due qualification of the Heart and Mind in the Service of God. I conceive the simplicity of Christian Worship consists in a due qualification of the Heart and Mind in the Service of God. pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f njp n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 20
250 Now the external Beauty of God's House, and becoming Ceremonies (as I have shewed before) have a natural tendency to make such Impressions upon us, Now the external Beauty of God's House, and becoming Ceremonies (as I have showed before) have a natural tendency to make such Impressions upon us, av dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc vvg n2 (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn a-acp) vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
251 and therefore they are very consistent with the simplicity of Christian Worship. But the Word and Sacraments are thought sufficient to effect this. and Therefore they Are very consistent with the simplicity of Christian Worship. But the Word and Sacraments Are Thought sufficient to Effect this. cc av pns32 vbr av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp n1. p-acp dt n1 cc n2 vbr vvn j pc-acp vvi d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
252 'Tis true, they are the chief Causes of begetting a good Disposition in us; It's true, they Are the chief Causes of begetting a good Disposition in us; pn31|vbz j, pns32 vbr dt j-jn n2 pp-f vvg dt j n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
253 but those who urge this would do well consider, that Christ in his Institution of the Holy Supper, hath ordained that the Bread shall be broken; but those who urge this would do well Consider, that christ in his Institution of the Holy Supper, hath ordained that the Bred shall be broken; cc-acp d r-crq vvb d vmd vdi av vvi, cst np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt j n1, vhz vvn d dt n1 vmb vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
254 undoubtedly to represent how his Body was broken on the Cross, and by such a visible Representation to excite in us the greater Sense of his Sufferings, undoubtedly to represent how his Body was broken on the Cross, and by such a visible Representation to excite in us the greater Sense of his Sufferings, av-j pc-acp vvi c-crq po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt jc n1 pp-f po31 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
255 and thereby more effectually to raise our Devotion; and thereby more effectually to raise our Devotion; cc av av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
256 and from hence they may gather that our Lord doth approve of significant Rites and Ceremonies. and from hence they may gather that our Lord does approve of significant Rites and Ceremonies. cc p-acp av pns32 vmb vvi d po12 n1 vdz vvi pp-f j n2 cc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
257 Alas, our Affections are dull and heavy, there is need of all manner of Helps to raise them up, Alas, our Affections Are dull and heavy, there is need of all manner of Helps to raise them up, np1, po12 n2 vbr j cc j, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
258 and it is easily discoverable what an influence Impressions upon the outward Senses have in the Mind. and it is Easily discoverable what an influence Impressions upon the outward Senses have in the Mind. cc pn31 vbz av-j j r-crq dt n1 n2 p-acp dt j n2 vhb p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
259 'Tis true, if we content our selves with the external peformance of Ceremonies, or suffer our Minds to be taken up with an idle Contemplation of the Ornaments and Decencies of the Church, It's true, if we content our selves with the external performance of Ceremonies, or suffer our Minds to be taken up with an idle Contemplation of the Ornament and Decencies of the Church, pn31|vbz j, cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
260 then are we Strangers to the simplicity of Christian Worship; then Are we Strangers to the simplicity of Christian Worship; av vbr pns12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
261 but if upon the sight of these Things, and the uniform administration of the Service, we take occasion to contemplate upon the Glories of our Heavenly Habitations, but if upon the sighed of these Things, and the uniform administration of the Service, we take occasion to contemplate upon the Glories of our Heavenly Habitations, cc-acp cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
262 and the unanimous Consort of Angels praising God in Heaven, and be thereby excited to imitate the Heavenly Host with more Fervor; and the unanimous Consort of Angels praising God in Heaven, and be thereby excited to imitate the Heavenly Host with more Fervor; cc dt j n1 pp-f n2 vvg np1 p-acp n1, cc vbb av vvd pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
263 and if to the outward performance of each Ceremony we suit our Affections, then is our Worship according to Christian Simplicity; and if to the outward performance of each Ceremony we suit our Affections, then is our Worship according to Christian Simplicity; cc cs p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vvb po12 n2, av vbz po12 n1 vvg p-acp np1 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 21
264 and this use may every one make of the Ornaments and Decencies of the Church, and it is the only design of these Provisions that they should. and this use may every one make of the Ornament and Decencies of the Church, and it is the only Design of these Provisions that they should. cc d n1 vmb d crd n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n2 cst pns32 vmd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 22
265 Our Ceremonies are not numerous like the Popish, nor burthensome like the purely Jewish; Our Ceremonies Are not numerous like the Popish, nor burdensome like the purely Jewish; po12 n2 vbr xx j av-j dt j, ccx j j dt av-j np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 22
266 they are not imposed as Duties in their own nature binding, but enjoined for the sake of their fitness to promote those Affections which should be in every Christians Breast while lei serving his God. they Are not imposed as Duties in their own nature binding, but enjoined for the sake of their fitness to promote those Affections which should be in every Christians Breast while lei serving his God. pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp n2 p-acp po32 d n1 vvg, cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq vmd vbi p-acp d np1 n1 n1 fw-it vvg po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 22
267 And I dare say, as the observance of them is no way difficult to any, and the number of them but barely sufficient to render our Service decent and orderly, And I Dare say, as the observance of them is no Way difficult to any, and the number of them but barely sufficient to render our Service decent and orderly, cc pns11 vvb vvi, c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbz dx n1 j p-acp d, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp av-j j pc-acp vvi po12 n1 j cc j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 22
268 and to preserve it from dryness and barrenness, so there is not one of our Institutions which hath not a natural tendency to excite our Affections suitably, and to preserve it from dryness and Barrenness, so there is not one of our Institutions which hath not a natural tendency to excite our Affections suitably, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1 cc n1, av pc-acp vbz xx pi pp-f po12 n2 r-crq vhz xx dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 av-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 22
269 or which cannot plead substantial Reasons for its appointment. or which cannot plead substantial Reasons for its appointment. cc q-crq vmbx vvi j n2 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 22
270 To sum up all, our Ordinances are not Jewish, because we have nothing in them peculiar to that State; To sum up all, our Ordinances Are not Jewish, Because we have nothing in them peculiar to that State; p-acp n1 a-acp d, po12 n2 vbr xx np1, c-acp pns12 vhb pix p-acp pno32 j p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
271 nor Popish, because we have none but what are of good use, and because we ascribe no Superstitious Efficacy to the external performance of them; nor Popish, Because we have none but what Are of good use, and Because we ascribe no Superstitious Efficacy to the external performance of them; ccx j, c-acp pns12 vhb pix cc-acp r-crq vbr pp-f j n1, cc c-acp pns12 vvb dx j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
272 neither are they contrary to the simplicity of Christian Worship, because by reason of their fewness they do not distract the Mind, neither Are they contrary to the simplicity of Christian Worship, Because by reason of their fewness they do not distract the Mind, d vbr pns32 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp n1, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
273 and by reason of their suitableness to excite religious Affections, they further Piety in the Heart. and by reason of their suitableness to excite religious Affections, they further Piety in the Heart. cc p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi j n2, pns32 jc n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
274 Neither are they additions to the Word or Doctrins, such as our Saviour spake against, Matth. 15.9. Neither Are they additions to the Word or Doctrines, such as our Saviour spoke against, Matthew 15.9. av-d vbr pns32 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n2, d c-acp po12 n1 vvd p-acp, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
275 because we ascribe no Grace to the outward performance of them, as the Pharisees did to the washing Cups, Pots, and the like; Because we ascribe no Grace to the outward performance of them, as the Pharisees did to the washing Cups, Pots, and the like; c-acp pns12 vvb dx n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp dt np1 vdd p-acp dt j-vvg n2, n2, cc dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
276 nor do we impose them as divine Precepts, nor do they contradict any Command of God, nor do we impose them as divine Precepts, nor do they contradict any Command of God, ccx vdb pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp j-jn n2, ccx vdb pns32 vvi d n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 22
277 as the Traditions of the Pharisees did, upon which our Saviour, in the forecited-place, pronounced, In vain do they worship me, teaching for Doctrins the Commandments of Men. as the Traditions of the Pharisees did, upon which our Saviour, in the forecited-place, pronounced, In vain do they worship me, teaching for Doctrines the commandments of Men. c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1 vdd, p-acp r-crq po12 n1, p-acp dt n1, vvn, p-acp j vdb pns32 vvb pno11, vvg p-acp n2 dt n2 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
278 Therefore they are not such Doctrins, no these are such pious Constitutions of our Rulers in obedience to the Apostle's Precept, Therefore they Are not such Doctrines, no these Are such pious Constitutions of our Rulers in Obedience to the Apostle's Precept, av pns32 vbr xx d n2, dx d vbr d j n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
279 and our own Reason, as our Lord himself, in compliance with Jewish Customs, observed; such as the singing a Paschal Hymn after the Passover, Mark. 14.26. using the Cup of Charity in the Passover. Luke. 22.16. Which was no part of the Institution; and our own Reason, as our Lord himself, in compliance with Jewish Customs, observed; such as the singing a Paschal Hymn After the Passover, Mark. 14.26. using the Cup of Charity in the Passover. Lycia. 22.16. Which was no part of the Institution; cc po12 d n1, c-acp po12 n1 px31, p-acp n1 p-acp jp n2, vvn; d c-acp dt vvg dt np1 n1 p-acp dt np1, vvb. crd. vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt np1. av. crd. r-crq vbds dx n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
280 and therefore if we will imitate Christ we must comply with such Institutions too. and Therefore if we will imitate christ we must comply with such Institutions too. cc av cs pns12 vmb vvi np1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
281 Nay, we have a Command, to Submit to every Ordinance of Man for the Lord 's sake, 1 Pet. 2.13. Nay, we have a Command, to Submit to every Ordinance of Man for the Lord is sake, 1 Pet. 2.13. uh-x, pns12 vhb dt n1, p-acp vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz n1, crd np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
282 And I know no Scripture that makes an exception of such Ordinances as relate to the administration of Divine Service, And I know no Scripture that makes an exception of such Ordinances as relate to the administration of Divine Service, cc pns11 vvb dx n1 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
283 or outward discipline in the Church, nor doth Reason suggest an exception, unless of such as tend to advance Superstition and the like, or outward discipline in the Church, nor does Reason suggest an exception, unless of such as tend to advance Superstition and the like, cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, ccx vdz n1 vvi dt n1, cs pp-f d c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi n1 cc dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
284 and therefore I cannot see what excuse they can have who refuse to submit to such pious Ordinances as our Church prescribes. and Therefore I cannot see what excuse they can have who refuse to submit to such pious Ordinances as our Church prescribes. cc av pns11 vmbx vvi r-crq n1 pns32 vmb vhi r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2 p-acp po12 n1 vvz. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
285 I heartily beg those who are averse to our Communion, not only to consider the danger of Schism, which they are highly guilty of notwithstanding the Tolleration, I heartily beg those who Are averse to our Communion, not only to Consider the danger of Schism, which they Are highly guilty of notwithstanding the Toleration, pns11 av-j vvb d r-crq vbr j p-acp po12 n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vbr av-j j pp-f p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
286 but the Reason and Ground of all our Constitutions, and then I Question not but many will see their Error; but the Reason and Ground of all our Constitutions, and then I Question not but many will see their Error; cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po12 n2, cc av pns11 vvb xx p-acp d vmb vvi po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
287 for I am very apt to believe that the cause why most dissent from us, is because they do not acquaint themselves with the design of our Ordinances, for I am very apt to believe that the cause why most dissent from us, is Because they do not acquaint themselves with the Design of our Ordinances, c-acp pns11 vbm av j pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 c-crq ds n1 p-acp pno12, vbz c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
288 and so are ignorant of their agreeableness to the Solemnity of publick Worship. and so Are ignorant of their agreeableness to the Solemnity of public Worship. cc av vbr j pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
289 Thus I have read of one Capito a famous Pastor in Bremen, who was accustomed to inveigh most strangly against Organs, calling them the Devils Pipes; Thus I have read of one Capito a famous Pastor in Bremen, who was accustomed to inveigh most strangely against Organs, calling them the Devils Pipes; av pns11 vhb vvn pp-f crd np1 dt j n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbds vvn pc-acp vvi av-ds av-j p-acp n2, vvg pno32 dt ng1 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 23
290 but afterwards, when the Magistrates of the Place had erected an Organ in his Church, but afterwards, when the Magistrates of the Place had erected an Organ in his Church, cc-acp av, c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
291 then did he extol them as much, calling their Musick Heavenly, Angelical Melody, and what not? Now I ascribe his former Prejudice against Organs to his Ignorance of the Power and Insluence of them; then did he extol them as much, calling their Music Heavenly, Angelical Melody, and what not? Now I ascribe his former Prejudice against Organs to his Ignorance of the Power and Influence of them; av vdd pns31 vvi pno32 p-acp d, vvg po32 n1 j, j n1, cc q-crq xx? av pns11 vvb po31 j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
292 as in like manner I ascribe the Prejudices of those among us, who are Enemies to them and our other Constitutions, to their ignorance of their usefulness. as in like manner I ascribe the Prejudices of those among us, who Are Enemies to them and our other Constitutions, to their ignorance of their usefulness. c-acp p-acp j n1 pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f d p-acp pno12, r-crq vbr n2 p-acp pno32 cc po12 j-jn n2, p-acp po32 n1 pp-f po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
293 Oh! what an Happiness would it be if we were all of one Mind, if there were no Divisions among us, Oh! what an Happiness would it be if we were all of one Mind, if there were no Divisions among us, uh r-crq dt n1 vmd pn31 vbi cs pns12 vbdr d pp-f crd n1, cs pc-acp vbdr dx n2 p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
294 but that we did with one Mind and one Mouth, glorifie God even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, but that we did with one Mind and one Mouth, Glorify God even the Father of our Lord jesus christ, cc-acp cst pns12 vdd p-acp crd n1 cc crd n1, vvi np1 av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
295 as the Apostle prays, Rom. 15-6. But alas! as the Apostle prays, Rom. 15-6. But alas! c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 j. p-acp uh! (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
296 this cannot be expected till Men can resolve to reject their prejudices and pevish humors, till they are convinced that as it is the duty of every one to prevent Division and Faction as much as in them lies, this cannot be expected till Men can resolve to reject their prejudices and peevish humours, till they Are convinced that as it is the duty of every one to prevent Division and Faction as much as in them lies, d vmbx vbi vvn p-acp n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc j n2, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn cst c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d crd pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp d c-acp p-acp pno32 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
297 and to endeavour sincerely after Unity, so there is no possibility of effecting this, except they can humbly submit to the determination of Rulers, in matters relating to outward Order and Discipline in the Church, comply with customary Rites, and to endeavour sincerely After Unity, so there is no possibility of effecting this, except they can humbly submit to the determination of Rulers, in matters relating to outward Order and Discipline in the Church, comply with customary Rites, cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp n1, av pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg d, c-acp pns32 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n2 vvg p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vvi p-acp j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
298 and patiently enquire into the Reason of Things, except they can think themselves may be mistaken in their Judgment, and patiently inquire into the Reason of Things, except they can think themselves may be mistaken in their Judgement, cc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi px32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
299 when some things seem unfit for the ends they are design'd; when Some things seem unfit for the ends they Are designed; c-crq d n2 vvb j p-acp dt n2 pns32 vbr vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
300 and that however their Duty is, to submit to all the Ordinances of Man, which are not breaches of God's Law, in regard the Apostle commands it, and that however their Duty is, to submit to all the Ordinances of Man, which Are not Breaches of God's Law, in regard the Apostle commands it, cc d c-acp po32 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr xx n2 pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp n1 dt n1 vvz pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
301 and also in regard by doing otherwise they shall disturb the Peace of the Church, which every one is bound to promote. and also in regard by doing otherwise they shall disturb the Peace of the Church, which every one is bound to promote. cc av p-acp n1 p-acp vdg av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq d pi vbz vvn pc-acp vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
302 The Apostle saith, Try all things and hold fast to that which is good; The Apostle Says, Try all things and hold fast to that which is good; dt n1 vvz, vvb d n2 cc vvb av-j p-acp d r-crq vbz j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 24
303 and how shall we try? not by our own Fancies and Humors, but by the Word of God, according as we find the Bereans did try the Doctrin of Paul and Silas, Acts 17.11. and how shall we try? not by our own Fancies and Humours, but by the Word of God, according as we find the Bereans did try the Doctrine of Paul and Silas, Acts 17.11. cc q-crq vmb pns12 vvi? xx p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg c-acp pns12 vvb dt njp2 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, n2 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
304 And the Scriptures, though they do not in particular prescribe our Constitutions, nor indeed the Rites of any Society of Christians in the World which hath the fewest, And the Scriptures, though they do not in particular prescribe our Constitutions, nor indeed the Rites of any Society of Christians in the World which hath the fewest, cc dt n2, cs pns32 vdb xx p-acp j vvb po12 n2, ccx av dt n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vhz dt ds, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
305 yet do they in general prescribe Decencies (as I shewed before) command Obedience to the Injunctions of Superiors, yet do they in general prescribe Decencies (as I showed before) command obedience to the Injunctions of Superiors, av vdb pns32 p-acp n1 vvb n2 (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) vvb n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
306 and expresly mention many Constitutions lawfully introduced by the Jews, (which Moses never appointed, and expressly mention many Constitutions lawfully introduced by the jews, (which Moses never appointed, cc av-j vvi d n2 av-j vvd p-acp dt np2, (r-crq np1 av-x vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
307 nor God) to whom it was altogether as unlawful to ordain Things in the Service of God as it is to us; nor God) to whom it was altogether as unlawful to ordain Things in the Service of God as it is to us; ccx n1) pc-acp ro-crq pn31 vbds av p-acp j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
308 and farther, the Scriptures mightily set forth the Duty of Unity and the danger of Schism; and farther, the Scriptures mightily Set forth the Duty of Unity and the danger of Schism; cc av-jc, dt n2 av-j vvn av dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
309 all which being weighed and considered impartially, who can conclude but that our Governors are enjoined even from the Word of God to prescribe such Ordinances as they have, all which being weighed and considered impartially, who can conclude but that our Governors Are enjoined even from the Word of God to prescribe such Ordinances as they have, d r-crq vbg vvn cc vvn av-j, r-crq vmb vvi cc-acp cst po12 n2 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp pns32 vhb, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
310 and that we also from the fame Word are bound to submit to them? Then what remains? But that every one be careful to preserve the Unity of the Spirit in the Bond of Peace, that they frequent our Assemblies and comply with our Ordinances, attending to the true End and Design of them; and that we also from the fame Word Are bound to submit to them? Then what remains? But that every one be careful to preserve the Unity of the Spirit in the Bound of Peace, that they frequent our Assemblies and comply with our Ordinances, attending to the true End and Design of them; cc cst pns12 av p-acp dt n1 n1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32? av q-crq vvz? p-acp cst d crd vbb j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vvi po12 n2 cc vvi p-acp po12 n2, vvg p-acp dt j vvb cc n1 pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
311 that so our Hearts may be affected agreeably as they ought to be, that so we may serve God with one Accord in one Place, be of one Mind, have true Fellowship with Christ and with one another, that so our Hearts may be affected agreeably as they ought to be, that so we may serve God with one Accord in one Place, be of one Mind, have true Fellowship with christ and with one Another, cst av po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn av-j c-acp pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi, cst av pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp crd n1 p-acp crd n1, vbb pp-f crd n1, vhb j n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp crd j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
312 and be enclosed in that one Fold, over which there is one Shepherd, Jesus Christ our only Lord and Saviour. and be enclosed in that one Fold, over which there is one Shepherd, jesus christ our only Lord and Saviour. cc vbi vvn p-acp d crd vvb, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz crd n1, np1 np1 po12 j n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 25
313 Grant, good God, by the influence of thy Grace, that this Mind may be in us all, through the Merits of Christ Jesus; Grant, good God, by the influence of thy Grace, that this Mind may be in us all, through the Merits of christ jesus; vvb, j np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, cst d n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno12 d, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 26
314 to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be ascribed all Power and Glory now and for ever. Amen. FINIS. to whom with the Father and the Holy Ghost, be ascribed all Power and Glory now and for ever. Amen. FINIS. p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1 cc dt j n1, vbb vvn d n1 cc n1 av cc p-acp av. uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 24 Page 26

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View Segment and References (Segment No.) Note No. Text Standardized Text Parts of Speech
7 0 1 Sam. 16.23. 1 Sam. 16.23. vvn np1 crd.
8 0 See more Dowell, p. 17. and on. See more Dowell, p. 17. and on. vvb dc np1, n1 crd cc p-acp.
40 0 See more Dodwell, Sect. 11. See more Dodwell, Sect. 11. vvb dc np1, np1 crd
48 0 1 Cor. 10-18. 1 Cor. 10-18. vvn np1 j.
65 0 A. N. p. 16. A. N. p. 16. np1 np1 n1 crd
66 0 Ibid. Ibid np1
70 0 A. N. p. 50. & 51. A. N. p. 50. & 51. np1 np1 n1 crd cc crd
70 1 A. N. p. 50. & 51. A. N. p. 50. & 51. np1 np1 n1 crd cc crd
79 0 A. N. p. 79. A. N. p. 79. np1 np1 n1 crd
90 0 See the Preface. See the Preface. vvb dt n1.
93 0 See the Preface. See the Preface. vvb dt n1.
101 0 A. N. p. 30. A. N. p. 30. np1 np1 n1 crd
107 0 A. N. p. 29. A. N. p. 29. sy np1 n1 crd
111 0 A. N. p. 31. A. N. p. 31. np1 np1 n1 crd
117 0 See more Dodwell. Sect. 23. See more Dodwell. Sect. 23. vvb dc np1. np1 crd
124 0 Schookius Exercit. 39. Schookius Exercise 39. np1 np1 crd
125 0 A. N. p. 37. A. N. p. 37. np1 np1 n1 crd
126 0 A. N. Ibid. A. N. Ibid np1 np1 np1
129 0 A. N. p. 70. A. N. p. 70. np1 np1 n1 crd
134 0 Lightfoot. Vol. 5. p. 920.923. Lightfoot. Vol. 5. p. 920.923. np1. n1 crd n1 crd.
136 0 Ibid. Ibid np1
137 0 A. N. p. 71. A. N. p. 71. np1 np1 n1 crd
148 0 A. N. p. 78. A. N. p. 78. np1 np1 n1 crd
149 0 A. N. p. 52. A. N. p. 52. np1 np1 n1 crd
183 0 A. N. p. 56. A. N. p. 56. np1 np1 n1 crd
190 0 A. N. p. 82. A. N. p. 82. np1 np1 n1 crd
194 0 See more Newt 's Pref. to Dodwel. See more Newt is Pref. to Dodwell. vvb dc n1 vbz np1 p-acp np1.
196 0 A. N. p. 83. A. N. p. 83. np1 np1 n1 crd
196 1 A. N. p. 83. A. N. p. 83. np1 np1 n1 crd
204 0 A. N. p. 83. A. N. p. 83. np1 np1 n1 crd
209 0 A. N. p. 84. A. N. p. 84. np1 np1 n1 crd
219 0 A. N. p. 84. A. N. p. 84. np1 np1 n1 crd
222 0 Viz. St. Anns. Viz. Saint Anns. av n1 np1
302 0 1 Thes. 5.21. 1 Thebes 5.21. vvd np1 crd.