A word in season, for a warning to England: or a prophecy of perillous times open'd and apply'd. Wherein the signes of bad times, and the means of making the times good, are represented as the great concernment of all good Christians in this present age. First exhibited in a sermon preached in the Abby at Westminster, July 5. 1659. and since enlarged and published. / By Thomas VVilles, M.A. minister of the Gospel, in the city of London.
Without this the Husbandman can neither duly till his ground, nor sow his Seed, nor reap his Harvest. Time (which according to the Philosopher, is, the measure of motion ) is the necessary circumstance of Action,
Without this the Husbandman can neither duly till his ground, nor sow his Seed, nor reap his Harvest. Time (which according to the Philosopher, is, the measure of motion) is the necessary circumstance of Actium,
Thus the Summer is the proper Season wherein the Prudent man (with the Ant ) will make Provision for the Time of Winter. Thus the Wise man will prepare for Perillous Times, while he yet enjoyes a Prosperous Season. Its a piece of Prudence to foresee Perillous Times; and to make Provision for them,
Thus the Summer is the proper Season wherein the Prudent man (with the Ant) will make Provision for the Time of Winter. Thus the Wise man will prepare for Perilous Times, while he yet enjoys a Prosperous Season. Its a piece of Prudence to foresee Perilous Times; and to make Provision for them,
By the Inspiration of this Spirit of Prophecy was the Apostle Paul enabled to give this Premonition unto Timothy; This know also, that in the last Dayes P•rillous Times s•all come.
By the Inspiration of this Spirit of Prophecy was the Apostle Paul enabled to give this Premonition unto Timothy; This know also, that in the last Days P•rillous Times s•all come.
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It is true, it is not for us to know the times and the seasons which God hath put in his own power, having sealed them up from us in his secret Counsel.
It is true, it is not for us to know the times and the seasons which God hath put in his own power, having sealed them up from us in his secret Counsel.
The truth of the Prophecies manifested by the exact correspondency of future Events to former Predictions, is one good argument for the confirmation of the Truth, and Dignity of the Holy Scriptures. Who but that God, whose understanding is infinite, can certainly and infallibly fore-see and fore-tel so long before, the things that shall come to passe so long after? And do not our eyes in these dayes behold the Accomplishment of many things contained in the Scripture Prophecies, which (even those of the latest Date, recorded in the New Testament ) were first given forth and committed to writing above fifteen hundred yeares ago? How far the Prediction of Perillous Times, here in the Text, receives an accomplishment in the present age wherein we live, will easily apppear to any soberly wise Christian, that having first seriously perused the Context, shall lift up his eyes,
The truth of the Prophecies manifested by the exact correspondency of future Events to former Predictions, is one good argument for the confirmation of the Truth, and Dignity of the Holy Scriptures. Who but that God, whose understanding is infinite, can Certainly and infallibly foresee and foretell so long before, the things that shall come to pass so long After? And do not our eyes in these days behold the Accomplishment of many things contained in the Scripture Prophecies, which (even those of the latest Date, recorded in the New Testament) were First given forth and committed to writing above fifteen hundred Years ago? How Far the Prediction of Perilous Times, Here in the Text, receives an accomplishment in the present age wherein we live, will Easily appear to any soberly wise Christian, that having First seriously perused the Context, shall lift up his eyes,
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For the Apostle having in the Words of the Text briefly exhibited his Prediction of Perillous Times, doth in the following Verses, give a lively Description of the persons that should make the Times so Perillous. This know (saith he) that in the last Days perillous Times shall come.
For the Apostle having in the Words of the Text briefly exhibited his Prediction of Perilous Times, does in the following Verses, give a lively Description of the Persons that should make the Times so Perilous. This know (Says he) that in the last Days perilous Times shall come.
For men shall be lovers of their own selves, Covetous, Boasters, Proud, Blasphemers, Disobedient to Parents, Unthankful, Unholy, without Natural Affection, Truce-breakers, False-accusers, Incontinent, Fierce, Despisers of those that are Good, Traitors, Heady, High-minded, Lovers of Pleasures more then Lovers of God;
For men shall be lovers of their own selves, Covetous, Boaster's, Proud, Blasphemers, Disobedient to Parents, Unthankful, Unholy, without Natural Affection, truce-breakers, False-accusers, Incontinent, Fierce, Despisers of those that Are Good, Traitors, Heady, High-minded, Lovers of Pleasures more then Lovers of God;
But to make way for a clearer Discovery of the Intent of the holy Ghost, in this part of the holy Scripture, we shall consider it according to the proper nature of a Prophecie, which respects the Future; and so as a lively Mirror, it represents the Image of the After-Age, the Complexion of the Times to come.
But to make Way for a clearer Discovery of the Intent of the holy Ghost, in this part of the holy Scripture, we shall Consider it according to the proper nature of a Prophecy, which respects the Future; and so as a lively Mirror, it represents the Image of the After-Age, the Complexion of the Times to come.
And thus in the Text (whereunto we shall a while confine our selves, and thence descend to the Explication of the Context, from which we must fetch Light for the discovery of the times mentioned in the Text ) there are these three things to be taken into consideration, viz. 1. What these times shall be.
And thus in the Text (whereunto we shall a while confine our selves, and thence descend to the Explication of the Context, from which we must fetch Light for the discovery of the times mentioned in the Text) there Are these three things to be taken into consideration, viz. 1. What these times shall be.
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In the first of these we shall open the description which the Apostle gives of these Times, by the Adjunct: in the second, we shall enquire into the import of the Prediction, as to the determination of the Time of its Accomplishment; and in the last, we shall consider the scope and intent of the Premonition given to Timothy concerning these Perillous Times.
In the First of these we shall open the description which the Apostle gives of these Times, by the Adjunct: in the second, we shall inquire into the import of the Prediction, as to the determination of the Time of its Accomplishment; and in the last, we shall Consider the scope and intent of the Premonition given to Timothy Concerning these Perilous Times.
WE are in the first place to consider what these times shall be? They shall be (as the Apostle here stiles and describes them) Perillous times, hard, difficult,
WE Are in the First place to Consider what these times shall be? They shall be (as the Apostle Here stile and describes them) Perilous times, hard, difficult,
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So likewise upon the same Account, in Case of Schisme and Divisions in the Church (which is a kinde of Civil War in the City of God ) or the Persecution of the Saints (which is as the Invasion of a Forreign Enemy ) they may be said to be hard and difficult, troublesome and Perillous Times to the people of God.
So likewise upon the same Account, in Case of Schism and Divisions in the Church (which is a kind of Civil War in the city of God) or the Persecution of the Saints (which is as the Invasion of a Foreign Enemy) they may be said to be hard and difficult, troublesome and Perilous Times to the people of God.
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For this Prediction of the Evil of the Times, is a Prophetical Representation of the future State of the Church. And imports so much that their very Seasons of Grace shall become Days of Danger; their very Opportunities of Doing or Receiving Good, shall be fenc't about with Difficulties, and fill'd with Dangers.
For this Prediction of the Evil of the Times, is a Prophetical Representation of the future State of the Church. And imports so much that their very Seasons of Grace shall become Days of Danger; their very Opportunities of Doing or Receiving Good, shall be fenced about with Difficulties, and filled with Dangers.
For properly time is not capable of any impressions of Good or Evil; it can neither be priviledg'd with safety, nor opprest with Difficulty, nor exposed to Danger. But those are called hard and perillous times, wherein those that live in them, are exercised with difficulties and exposed to Dangers.
For properly time is not capable of any impressions of Good or Evil; it can neither be privileged with safety, nor oppressed with Difficulty, nor exposed to Danger. But those Are called hard and perilous times, wherein those that live in them, Are exercised with difficulties and exposed to Dangers.
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And therefore are the Times here called Perillous, because of those things which should fall out in those Times, especially because of the perillous Practises of the men of the Times.
And Therefore Are the Times Here called Perilous, Because of those things which should fallen out in those Times, especially Because of the perilous Practises of the men of the Times.
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and the Evil things that were done by those men, as Chrysostome well notes. What (sayes he) is the evil of the Day? The Evil of the Day must needs be something about the Day.
and the Evil things that were done by those men, as Chrysostom well notes. What (Says he) is the evil of the Day? The Evil of the Day must needs be something about the Day.
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They are indeed bad men, that make the Times bad, hard Hearts, that make hard Times; perillous Undertakings, difficult Designes, troublesome and tyrannical Intrusions, Actings, Impositions of men of proud, daring,
They Are indeed bad men, that make the Times bad, hard Hearts, that make hard Times; perilous Undertakings, difficult Designs, troublesome and tyrannical Intrusions, Actings, Impositions of men of proud, daring,
and ambitious Spirits, that make these perillous, difficult, and troublesome Times. So the same Father determines upon this very Text. Perillous Times shall come.
and ambitious Spirits, that make these perilous, difficult, and troublesome Times. So the same Father determines upon this very Text. Perilous Times shall come.
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And indeed, those are the worst Times that do produce the worst men, and wherein these men do accomplish their worst Designes, and execute their most mischievous Intentions.
And indeed, those Are the worst Times that do produce the worst men, and wherein these men do accomplish their worst Designs, and execute their most mischievous Intentions.
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That's the worst ground which is most overgrown with weeds, especially if such weeds, as neither any good Graine, nor wholesom Herbs, nor Fragrant Flowers will grow amongst them.
That's the worst ground which is most overgrown with weeds, especially if such weeds, as neither any good Grain, nor wholesome Herbs, nor Fragrant Flowers will grow among them.
Those Times that are most barren in Virtues, are ever most fruitful in Vices. Evils do most abound, when Goodnesse is banisht. Sin then reignes upon Earth, when Righteousnesse flies up to Heaven. The Flowers are choaked, when the Weeds grow tallest.
Those Times that Are most barren in Virtues, Are ever most fruitful in Vices. Evils do most abound, when goodness is banished. since then reigns upon Earth, when Righteousness flies up to Heaven. The Flowers Are choked, when the Weeds grow Tallest.
Thus was the good Seed stifled amongst the thriving Thornes. When the Plague (of sin, Errour and Profanenesse) reigns, the Times must needs be Perillous.
Thus was the good Seed stifled among the thriving Thorns. When the Plague (of since, Error and Profaneness) reigns, the Times must needs be Perilous.
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even the whole space of Time from Christs first to his second Coming, from his Ascention into Heaven to his Return to Judgement, at the end of the world, is, in the Scripture-Phrase, called the last Dayes. So sayes the Apostle in his Epistle to the Hebrews ;
even the Whole Molle of Time from Christ First to his second Coming, from his Ascension into Heaven to his Return to Judgement, At the end of the world, is, in the Scripture phrase, called the last Days. So Says the Apostle in his Epistle to the Hebrews;
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God who at sundry times, and in divers manners spake in times past unto the Fathers by the Prophets, hath in these last dayes spoken to us by his Son. So the Apostle applies to his Times the Prophetick Prophecy of the Old Testament ;
God who At sundry times, and in diverse manners spoke in times passed unto the Father's by the prophets, hath in these last days spoken to us by his Son. So the Apostle Applies to his Times the Prophetic Prophecy of the Old Testament;
This is that which was spoken by the Prophet Joel, And it shall come to passe, in the last Dayes, (saith God) I will poure out my Spirit upon all Flesh.
This is that which was spoken by the Prophet Joel, And it shall come to pass, in the last Days, (Says God) I will pour out my Spirit upon all Flesh.
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Of the same Import is that which the same Apostle speaks in his Epistle to the believing Jews , knowing this, that there shall come in the last Dayes scoffers, walking after their own lusts.
Of the same Import is that which the same Apostle speaks in his Epistle to the believing jews, knowing this, that there shall come in the last Days scoffers, walking After their own Lustiest.
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The whole time therefore of the Evangelical Administration is here to be understood by the last Dayes, yet so as the later the time, the darker the dayes,
The Whole time Therefore of the Evangelical Administration is Here to be understood by the last Days, yet so as the later the time, the Darker the days,
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unlesse in some lucid Intervals, and when those Illustrious Prophecies and Promises of the Old Testament, concerning glorious Gospel-times shall be fulfill'd.
unless in Some lucid Intervals, and when those Illustrious Prophecies and Promises of the Old Testament, Concerning glorious Gospel times shall be fulfilled.
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Yea, that Then the Moon shall be confounded, and the Sunne ashamed, when the LORD of Hosts shall reigne in Mount Zion, and in Jerusalem, and before his Ancients gloriously.
Yea, that Then the Moon shall be confounded, and the Sun ashamed, when the LORD of Hosts shall Reign in Mount Zion, and in Jerusalem, and before his Ancients gloriously.
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But otherwise the last Age, we may expect (according to this and other Predictions in the New Testament) to be the worst Age, the last Dayes to be the worst Dayes. Thus we see how the last Dayes respect the whole time of the Gospel-Church, from the Apostles times to the End of the World.
But otherwise the last Age, we may expect (according to this and other Predictions in the New Testament) to be the worst Age, the last Days to be the worst Days. Thus we see how the last Days respect the Whole time of the Gospel-church, from the Apostles times to the End of the World.
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And the longer the time is it hath left us, the greater is our darknesse, till its Return shall make a new Day. Such is Christs Absence from his Church;
And the longer the time is it hath left us, the greater is our darkness, till its Return shall make a new Day. Such is Christ Absence from his Church;
yet (as we have seen) some Beames of Glory shall be scatter'd upon Earth, before the King of Glory shall return from Heaven. Thus the Dawne precedes the Day; but its usually darkest immediately before the Dawne.
yet (as we have seen) Some Beams of Glory shall be scattered upon Earth, before the King of Glory shall return from Heaven. Thus the Dawn precedes the Day; but its usually Darkest immediately before the Dawn.
Now for our interpretation of the last dayes in this latitude, we have the general concurrence of the best Expositors, who all conclude the same thing with one consent.
Now for our Interpretation of the last days in this latitude, we have the general concurrence of the best Expositors, who all conclude the same thing with one consent.
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The Beginning is reckon'd from Adam to Moses: The Middle-time from Moses to Christ: And so the last Time is from Christ to his second Coming, or his return to judgement.
The Beginning is reckoned from Adam to Moses: The middle-time from Moses to christ: And so the last Time is from christ to his second Coming, or his return to judgement.
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but all the times succeeding their owne Age are stil'd the last times. Although the times shall be so much the worse, by how much the nearer they are to the last Judgement,
but all the times succeeding their own Age Are Styled the last times. Although the times shall be so much the Worse, by how much the nearer they Are to the last Judgement,
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That they were then already begun is manifest, in that the Apostle describing the Persons by several Properties, who by their ungodly Practises should make the Times so perillous, concludes his Description with this Cautionary Premonition to Timothy ,
That they were then already begun is manifest, in that the Apostle describing the Persons by several Properties, who by their ungodly Practises should make the Times so perilous, concludes his Description with this Cautionary Premonition to Timothy,
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And that these times are to be intended to the following Ages, and are continu'd to this present Age wherein we live, is it not sufficiently manifest, in that these very Times are an evident Commentary upon this Text, and shew the Accomplishment of this Prophecy.
And that these times Are to be intended to the following Ages, and Are continued to this present Age wherein we live, is it not sufficiently manifest, in that these very Times Are an evident Commentary upon this Text, and show the Accomplishment of this Prophecy.
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And the Apostles words upon his first entrance upon this Discourse do plainly declare, that it concern'd him to know this; NONLATINALPHABET. This know also.
And the Apostles words upon his First Entrance upon this Discourse do plainly declare, that it concerned him to know this;. This know also.
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It much concerns Christians, especially Ministers of the Gospel, to know what perillous Times shall come upon the Church of God, and when they shall come. All Christians are concern'd herein.
It much concerns Christians, especially Ministers of the Gospel, to know what perilous Times shall come upon the Church of God, and when they shall come. All Christians Are concerned herein.
It's profitable for them to know before hand what perillous times shall come, that so they may not be unawares surprized by them, but duly prepared for them. For, Praemoniti Premuniti. Fore-warn'd Forearm'd.
It's profitable for them to know before hand what perilous times shall come, that so they may not be unawares surprised by them, but duly prepared for them. For, Admonish Premuniti. Forewarned Forearmed.
And therefore it hath pleased the Lord, for the manifestation of that special Care which he hath of his Church, to reveal to his Servants by the Spirit of Prophecy, in all Ages, what evils his Saints should be exercised withal,
And Therefore it hath pleased the Lord, for the manifestation of that special Care which he hath of his Church, to reveal to his Servants by the Spirit of Prophecy, in all Ages, what evils his Saints should be exercised withal,
It is he that brings Judgements upon his people for their sinnes, and yet reveales his Purpose to his Prophets, that they might call his People to Repentance for the Prevention of his Judgements. As it is said;
It is he that brings Judgments upon his people for their Sins, and yet reveals his Purpose to his prophets, that they might call his People to Repentance for the Prevention of his Judgments. As it is said;
So we read, when God had a purpose to destroy Sodom and Gomorrah (those lustful and licentious Cities) with Fire and Brimstome from heaven, the LORD said, shall I hide from Abraham the thing which I do? No, he presently reveal'd it to him,
So we read, when God had a purpose to destroy Sodom and Gomorrah (those lustful and licentious Cities) with Fire and Brimstone from heaven, the LORD said, shall I hide from Abraham the thing which I do? No, he presently revealed it to him,
So God foretold the Israelites their Captivity in Babylon, and Christ hath foretold Christians their Persecution in the World. Praevisa minus laedunt. Evils fore-seen do less afflict.
So God foretold the Israelites their Captivity in Babylon, and christ hath foretold Christians their Persecution in the World. Praevisa minus laedunt. Evils foreseen doe less afflict.
Though Afflictions are the appointed Portion of the Saints on Earth, yet by the Fore-knowledge of these afflictions, they may be the better prepar'd to bear them with Patience. And therfore God hath never left his Church without a Prophetick Representation of her future condition.
Though Afflictions Are the appointed Portion of the Saints on Earth, yet by the Foreknowledge of these afflictions, they may be the better prepared to bear them with Patience. And Therefore God hath never left his Church without a Prophetic Representation of her future condition.
So to the History of his Church in the Old Testament, he hath adjoyned sundry Prophecies, and to the Doctrine of Christ in the New Testament, he hath annext a Revelation.
So to the History of his Church in the Old Testament, he hath adjoined sundry Prophecies, and to the Doctrine of christ in the New Testament, he hath annexed a Revelation.
How else shall they prepare themselves for the Lords Visitations, or make a right Improvement of his holy Providences? How else shall they provide Oyle in their Vessels, that they may have their Lamps burning, when a Night of darknesse shall overcome them? How else shall they make such due Provision for perillous Times, that they may hold up their Heads in a Day of distresse? Doubtlesse as the Saints may loose a Harvest of Mercy, for want of improving a Day of Grace; so may they fall into a Furnace of Affliction, for want of fore-seeing a Day of Wrath. And therefore Christ justly taxes the Pharisees that they could discerne the Face of the Skie,
How Else shall they prepare themselves for the lords Visitations, or make a right Improvement of his holy Providences? How Else shall they provide Oil in their Vessels, that they may have their Lamps burning, when a Night of darkness shall overcome them? How Else shall they make such due Provision for perilous Times, that they may hold up their Heads in a Day of distress? Doubtless as the Saints may lose a Harvest of Mercy, for want of improving a Day of Grace; so may they fallen into a Furnace of Affliction, for want of Foreseeing a Day of Wrath. And Therefore christ justly Taxes the Pharisees that they could discern the Face of the Sky,
Hence it comes to passe, that, as some of the more foolish Birds, they are oft taken unawares in the snares of Gods judgements, as the Wise man observes;
Hence it comes to pass, that, as Some of the more foolish Birds, they Are oft taken unawares in the snares of God's Judgments, as the Wise man observes;
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How pathetically did the Lord Jesus Christ lament and bewaile the deplorable state and condition of Jerusalem, upon this very account, that they knew not, they consider'd not their great danger,
How pathetically did the Lord jesus christ lament and bewail the deplorable state and condition of Jerusalem, upon this very account, that they knew not, they considered not their great danger,
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but were senslesse and secure, notwithstanding all Warnings and Premonitions, at the very brink of their threatned destruction? For thus is it recorded of him in the Gospel, that When he was come neere, he beheld the City, and wept over it;
but were senseless and secure, notwithstanding all Warnings and Premonitions, At the very brink of their threatened destruction? For thus is it recorded of him in the Gospel, that When he was come near, he beheld the city, and wept over it;
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and a right Improvement of the Prophetical Discoveries of Perillous Times, a sinful and secure people may be suddenly swallow'd up into an inevitable Destruction.
and a right Improvement of the Prophetical Discoveries of Perilous Times, a sinful and secure people may be suddenly swallowed up into an inevitable Destruction.
Thus it nearly concerns all Gods people, to take special notice of these Predictions of perillous Times, that they may make a good improvement thereof for their spiritual advantage.
Thus it nearly concerns all God's people, to take special notice of these Predictions of perilous Times, that they may make a good improvement thereof for their spiritual advantage.
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This, that they may give Warning to the People, that they may meet the Lord by Repentance, and that those that feare the Lord may keep themselves pure from the Pollutions of the World, that so they may be preserv'd by his special Providence, when he shall come forth for the Execution of his Judgements.
This, that they may give Warning to the People, that they may meet the Lord by Repentance, and that those that Fear the Lord may keep themselves pure from the Pollutions of the World, that so they may be preserved by his special Providence, when he shall come forth for the Execution of his Judgments.
Thus the Lord warned the Old World by Noah, a Preacher of Righteousness, and the Israelites by sundry Prophets, before the Destruction of the one, and Captivity of the other.
Thus the Lord warned the Old World by Noah, a Preacher of Righteousness, and the Israelites by sundry prophets, before the Destruction of the one, and Captivity of the other.
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I may say of Preachers what the Noble Verulam spake of Princes; Shepherds of People had need know the Kalendar of Tempests in State, which are commonly greatest, when things grow to Equality;
I may say of Preachers what the Noble Verulam spoke of Princes; Shepherd's of People had need know the Calendar of Tempests in State, which Are commonly greatest, when things grow to Equality;
How strict is the Charge, which the Lord hath given to every Minister of his Word, in the Person of the Prophet Ezekiel; and how sore is the Penalty, how dreadful is the danger of failing through unfaithfulnesse in the discharge thereof!
How strict is the Charge, which the Lord hath given to every Minister of his Word, in the Person of the Prophet Ezekielem; and how soar is the Penalty, how dreadful is the danger of failing through unfaithfulness in the discharge thereof!
It surely concerns us, especially in these perillous Times, very seriously to consider it, us (I say) whom the Lord hath called forth to dispense his sacred Oracles, and hath committed to our charge the souls of his People.
It surely concerns us, especially in these perilous Times, very seriously to Consider it, us (I say) whom the Lord hath called forth to dispense his sacred Oracles, and hath committed to our charge the Souls of his People.
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Thus will the Lord call the Ministers of his Word to account for the losse of those Souls, which through their unseasonable silence have perisht in their sins. O how much guilt then shall we draw down upon our own heads,
Thus will the Lord call the Ministers of his Word to account for the loss of those Souls, which through their unseasonable silence have perished in their Sins. Oh how much guilt then shall we draw down upon our own Heads,
For this Text, Beloved Christians, gives me warrant to tell you that it much concerns you all to know, that in the last Dayes perillous Times shall come.
For this Text, beloved Christians, gives me warrant to tell you that it much concerns you all to know, that in the last Days perilous Times shall come.
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much more may we of this Age, upon whom (as the Apostle spake of his Time ) the Ends of the World are come, say, these are the last Dayes, this is the last Time. For if we consider the evils enumerated in the Context,
much more may we of this Age, upon whom (as the Apostle spoke of his Time) the Ends of the World Are come, say, these Are the last Days, this is the last Time. For if we Consider the evils enumerated in the Context,
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and cast our eyes upon this Generation, shall we not say that this Prophecy in the Text looks full upon the present Age? May we not (with Hyperius ) apply this Prophetick Description of the Churches calamity to our present times?
and cast our eyes upon this Generation, shall we not say that this Prophecy in the Text looks full upon the present Age? May we not (with Hyperius) apply this Prophetic Description of the Churches calamity to our present times?
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And therefore it must needs very nearly concern us to take notice of, and to prepare our selves for the perillous Times, which are prophecy'd of in the New Testament, and particularly in this present Text of Scripture;
And Therefore it must needs very nearly concern us to take notice of, and to prepare our selves for the perilous Times, which Are prophesied of in the New Testament, and particularly in this present Text of Scripture;
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It will be well worth our Time and Pains therefore to make a serious enquiry into these two things, viz. 1. What the Perillous Times are pointed at in this Prediction.
It will be well worth our Time and Pains Therefore to make a serious enquiry into these two things, viz. 1. What the Perilous Times Are pointed At in this Prediction.
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In the former of these we shall fitly exhibit what may be further requisite for the Explication, and in the latter present you with the Application of this Text,
In the former of these we shall fitly exhibit what may be further requisite for the Explication, and in the latter present you with the Application of this Text,
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FOr the further clearing up of this Prophecy, that it may become more useful to the People of God, it is necessary that we should make a serious enquiry into these Perillous Times here spoken of.
FOr the further clearing up of this Prophecy, that it may become more useful to the People of God, it is necessary that we should make a serious enquiry into these Perilous Times Here spoken of.
Answ. It is indeed very necessary and useful for us to know when these perillous Times are come upon us, that we may be both more watchful against the Danger, and careful of the Duty, at such Times in a special manner incumbent on us.
Answer It is indeed very necessary and useful for us to know when these perilous Times Are come upon us, that we may be both more watchful against the Danger, and careful of the Duty, At such Times in a special manner incumbent on us.
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Great is the danger of the Seaman, when his ship hath sprung an unperceived Leak. Great is the Danger of that Souldier who walks securely in that path, on either side whereof his Enemies lie in Ambush. Great is the Danger of that man who is fast-asleep, while the House is all on Fire over his Head. Great is the danger of those who live in Perillous Times without suspition of Danger. Woe be to them who shall be surpriz'd by the Judgements of God, arising,
Great is the danger of the Seaman, when his ship hath sprung an unperceived Leak. Great is the Danger of that Soldier who walks securely in that path, on either side whereof his Enemies lie in Ambush. Great is the Danger of that man who is fast-asleep, while the House is all on Fire over his Head. Great is the danger of those who live in Perilous Times without suspicion of Danger. Woe be to them who shall be surprised by the Judgments of God, arising,
Its very necessary therefore for all Christians to consider whether the Dayes wherein they live are the Perillous Times, whereof they are fore-warn'd in the Prophecies of the holy Scriptures, or not.
Its very necessary Therefore for all Christians to Consider whither the Days wherein they live Are the Perilous Times, whereof they Are forewarned in the Prophecies of the holy Scriptures, or not.
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Now we may know when these perillous Times are come, by considering the Chara•ters of men, and the State of things, as represented by the holy Ghost in the Word of God, where such perillous Times are either described or predicted.
Now we may know when these perilous Times Are come, by considering the Chara•ters of men, and the State of things, as represented by the holy Ghost in the Word of God, where such perilous Times Are either described or predicted.
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When the Times abound with men of pernicious Properties, Principles, and Practises, and these have Power to order the State of things, according to their own pleasure, the Times must needs be perillous.
When the Times abound with men of pernicious Properties, Principles, and Practises, and these have Power to order the State of things, according to their own pleasure, the Times must needs be perilous.
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Thus the Apostle here foretelling perillous Times, gives us the Characters of those Persons, who by their pernicious Practises should make the times thus perillous. And therefore for as much as this cannot but contribute very much to the clearing up of the matter in question,
Thus the Apostle Here foretelling perilous Times, gives us the Characters of those Persons, who by their pernicious Practises should make the times thus perilous. And Therefore for as much as this cannot but contribute very much to the clearing up of the matter in question,
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THese Pernicious Persons that should make the Times so perillous, are describ'd by these twenty Marks, Properties or Characters following; viz. The first Character.
THese Pernicious Persons that should make the Times so perilous, Are described by these twenty Marks, Properties or Characters following; viz. The First Character.
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A man both by the Law of God, and Nature is not onely allow'd, but bound to love himself. Neither is that Proverbial saying justly lyable to Exception;
A man both by the Law of God, and Nature is not only allowed, but bound to love himself. Neither is that Proverbial saying justly liable to Exception;
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But this Self-love which is sinful, is such an Excessive Love to ones self, as swallows up (with Pharaohs leane kine ) both Love to ones Neighbour, and that Divine Love, which is the summe of the first and great Commandment the Love of God. And therefore,
But this Self-love which is sinful, is such an Excessive Love to ones self, as Swallows up (with Pharaohs lean kine) both Love to ones Neighbour, and that Divine Love, which is the sum of the First and great Commandment the Love of God. And Therefore,
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and seeks his owne Praise in all things. Thus do hypocrites under the cloke of Religion seek themselves, their own Honour, Praise, Pompe, and the like;
and seeks his own Praise in all things. Thus do Hypocrites under the cloak of Religion seek themselves, their own Honour, Praise, Pomp, and the like;
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Such men are their own Idols and their own Idolizers. They set Self above God: they set Self in the Throne, and God at the Footstoole. This Self-love is the Root of all Vitiousnesse; It's here set in the Van of a Troop of Vices.
Such men Are their own Idols and their own Idolizers. They Set Self above God: they Set Self in the Throne, and God At the Footstool. This Self-love is the Root of all Viciousness; It's Here Set in the Van of a Troop of Vices.
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Silver-Lovers, as the Word impo ts. Such as are over-in-love with Money. Such are they that take up Religion for Advantage , supposing that Gain is godlinesse.
Silver-Lovers, as the Word impossibilities ts. Such as Are over-in-love with Money. Such Are they that take up Religion for Advantage, supposing that Gain is godliness.
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These men are no better then Idolaters, and Mammon is their God. Sure we are, Covetousnesse is Idolatry. And Idolatry cannot be consistent with true Piety. Silver-Lovers, what ever their pretences be, cannot well be Saints. The third Character. 3. Boasters.
These men Are no better then Idolaters, and Mammon is their God. Sure we Are, Covetousness is Idolatry. And Idolatry cannot be consistent with true Piety. Silver-Lovers, what ever their pretences be, cannot well be Saints. The third Character. 3. Boaster's.
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The word here used is the proper Epithete of a Peacock. Such have a glorious traine, but foule feet. Their Lives proclaim their Pollutions, while their Lips boast of their Perfections. Boasting is ever a signe of Emptynesse. Empty vessels give the greatest sound. The fourth Character. 4. Proud.
The word Here used is the proper Epithet of a Peacock. Such have a glorious train, but foul feet. Their Lives proclaim their Pollutions, while their Lips boast of their Perfections. Boasting is ever a Signen of Emptiness. Empty vessels give the greatest found. The fourth Character. 4. Proud.
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Proud Persons gild themselves with an outward glory, while they are utterly empty of real worth. They spread a great Saile upon an empty Bark. They are painted Bubbles, shining Meteors, gilded Nothings, lying Vanities. The fifth Character.
Proud Persons gild themselves with an outward glory, while they Are utterly empty of real worth. They spread a great Sail upon an empty Bark. They Are painted Bubbles, shining Meteors, gilded Nothings, lying Vanities. The fifth Character.
5. Blasphemers. Evil-speakers , Slanderers and Defamers. This is a Vice of the Tongue, as the former were Vices of the Heart. The Tongue is a Conduit-pipe by which the evil of the Heart flows out;
5. Blasphemers. Evil-speakers, Slanderers and Defamers. This is a Vice of the Tongue, as the former were Vices of the Heart. The Tongue is a Conduit-pipe by which the evil of the Heart flows out;
The Hebrew word used to blaspheme, or curse , signifies also to strike or pierce thorough . Blasphemies are impoyson'd Arrows which wicked men shoot at God Almighty's Face;
The Hebrew word used to Blaspheme, or curse, signifies also to strike or pierce thorough. Blasphemies Are empoisoned Arrows which wicked men shoot At God Almighty's Face;
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The first are properly called Father and Mother, the two last are Ministers and Magistrates, the word then in the latitude of its signification, denotes such persons as being children are refractory towards their Parents, such People as are regardlesse of their Pastor, such Subjects as are rebellious against their Prince. It imports that sin which stands in the Violation of the fifth Commandment. Such are the persons here describ'd as cast off the Golden Yoke of Government, and break the silken bands of wholesome Laws, whether founded in a Natural, Moral or Civil Interest. The seventh Character. 7. Ʋnthankfull.
The First Are properly called Father and Mother, the two last Are Ministers and Magistrates, the word then in the latitude of its signification, denotes such Persons as being children Are refractory towards their Parents, such People as Are regardless of their Pastor, such Subject's as Are rebellious against their Prince. It imports that since which Stands in the Violation of the fifth Commandment. Such Are the Persons Here described as cast off the Golden Yoke of Government, and break the silken bans of wholesome Laws, whither founded in a Natural, Moral or Civil Interest. The seventh Character. 7. Ʋnthankfull.
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These are such as make no acknowledgement of their greatest Obligations to God or Man. Who are the living Sepulchres of Gods Blessings and Mans Benefits. Such as disdainfully trample upon those staires by which they rise and ascend to their Greatness. Of such David complains , Yea, mine own familiar friend, in whom I trusted, which did eat of my Bread, hath lift up his heele against me.
These Are such as make no acknowledgement of their greatest Obligations to God or Man. Who Are the living Sepulchres of God's Blessings and men Benefits. Such as disdainfully trample upon those stairs by which they rise and ascend to their Greatness. Of such David complains, Yea, mine own familiar friend, in whom I trusted, which did eat of my Bred, hath lift up his heel against me.
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Thus the frozen Serpent hisses and stings him that cherishes and fosters it in his Bosome. Ingratitude is a devouring Monster, which though continually fed, is nothing the fatter.
Thus the frozen Serpent hisses and stings him that Cherishes and fosters it in his Bosom. Ingratitude is a devouring Monster, which though continually fed, is nothing the fatter.
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And indeed when the minde is corrupted by Erroneous Opinions, we cannot expect a Conformity in the Life to the Rules of Holiness. It denotes such as having quench't every spark of Goodn•sse, and banish't every motion of Godlinesse, have given themselves over to all Licentiousnesse and Lasciviousnesse , to commit all manner of wickedness and uncleanness with Greedinesse .
And indeed when the mind is corrupted by Erroneous Opinions, we cannot expect a Conformity in the Life to the Rules of Holiness. It denotes such as having quenched every spark of Goodn•sse, and banished every motion of Godliness, have given themselves over to all Licentiousness and Lasciviousness, to commit all manner of wickedness and uncleanness with Greediness.
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Such who though they put a tincture of Holinesse upon their Actions, have no Truth of Grace in their Hearts. Who draw not the Lines of their Lives by the golden Rule of Gods Law, nor centre their thoughts in his Glory. The ninth Character.
Such who though they put a tincture of Holiness upon their Actions, have no Truth of Grace in their Hearts. Who draw not the Lines of their Lives by the golden Rule of God's Law, nor centre their thoughts in his Glory. The ninth Character.
But can this Hardnesse be found in the Hearts of the Sonnes and Daughters of Adam? Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have Compassion on the son of her womb? Yea, they may forget .
But can this Hardness be found in the Hearts of the Sons and Daughters of Adam? Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have Compassion on the son of her womb? Yea, they may forget.
Covenant-breakers, such as are altogether regardlesse of Oaths and Covenants, or who being once provok't and become Enemies, are Implacable, Irreconcilable.
Covenant-breakers, such as Are altogether regardless of Oaths and Covenants, or who being once provoked and become Enemies, Are Implacable, Irreconcilable.
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And Sacrifices also were used in making of Truces, and for the confirmation of Covenants. Hence it signifies Truce-breakers and Covenant-breakers. The Persons therefore here describ'd are such as are furious and implacable when provok't, false and perfidious when engag'd,
And Sacrifices also were used in making of Truces, and for the confirmation of Covenants. Hence it signifies truce-breakers and Covenant-breakers. The Persons Therefore Here described Are such as Are furious and implacable when provoked, false and perfidious when engaged,
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though by the most sacred Oaths and Covenants. Such in whom there is no truth or trust; who of feigned Friends, pretended Lovers, will soon become real Foes, professed Enemies. The eleventh Character.
though by the most sacred Oaths and Covenants. Such in whom there is no truth or trust; who of feigned Friends, pretended Lovers, will soon become real Foes, professed Enemies. The eleventh Character.
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but also (which is the Property of the Devil, and from hence amongst them he hath his Name) can by this means make very friends to become deadly Enemies.
but also (which is the Property of the devil, and from hence among them he hath his Name) can by this means make very Friends to become deadly Enemies.
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Slanders are those sharp Arrows of the Mighty, which are discharg'd against the white of Innocency, those deadly Darts, with which, dipt in the Poyson of malice and revenge, Wicked men transfix the Names,
Slanders Are those sharp Arrows of the Mighty, which Are discharged against the white of Innocency, those deadly Darts, with which, dipped in the Poison of malice and revenge, Wicked men transfix the Names,
By such was our Saviours Name crucified before his Body. This is a kinde of Persecution of the tongue, under which the Saints have suffer'd in all Ages.
By such was our Saviors Name Crucified before his Body. This is a kind of Persecution of the tongue, under which the Saints have suffered in all Ages.
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These are indeed (as the Word imports) Devils incarnate, who cannot taste so much sweetness in any thing as in Innocent Blood. The Greeks use the Word to denote Persons that are extreamly Imp•ous, and even degenerated into the very disposition of the Devil. Calumnie banishes all Piety from the breast wherein it lodges;
These Are indeed (as the Word imports) Devils incarnate, who cannot taste so much sweetness in any thing as in Innocent Blood. The Greeks use the Word to denote Persons that Are extremely Imp•ous, and even degenerated into the very disposition of the devil. Calumny Banishes all Piety from the breast wherein it lodges;
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12. Incontinent. Such whose sensitive Appetite is, without Bit or Bridle, of Continence or Temperance, impetuously carry'd after sensual delights. He that can command himself,
12. Incontinent. Such whose sensitive Appetite is, without Bit or Bridle, of Continence or Temperance, impetuously carried After sensual delights. He that can command himself,
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and check his inordinate Desires or Inclinations is called Continent. Hence Socrates judged this Virtue to be the foundation of all Moral honesty and goodnesse.
and check his inordinate Desires or Inclinations is called Continent. Hence Socrates judged this Virtue to be the Foundation of all Moral honesty and Goodness.
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The lusts of these men, like fire, whose rage is but encreast by fewel; the more Provision they make for them, the more satisfaction they study to give them, the more do they become Excessive and Insatiable, Incontinent Persons are such as in the Pursuit of carnal Pleasures cannot contain themselves within the Bounds of Moderation. The thirteenth Character. 13. Fierce, Cruel, Ʋnmercifull men.
The Lustiest of these men, like fire, whose rage is but increased by fuel; the more Provision they make for them, the more satisfaction they study to give them, the more do they become Excessive and Insatiable, Incontinent Persons Are such as in the Pursuit of carnal Pleasures cannot contain themselves within the Bounds of Moderation. The thirteenth Character. 13. Fierce, Cruel, Ʋnmercifull men.
Such as having banish't all humanity, are degenerated into Bruits through inhumane rage and cruelty. Bloody Beasts they are, full of Fiercenesse, Unmercifulnesse and Revenge.
Such as having banished all humanity, Are degenerated into Bruits through inhumane rage and cruelty. Bloody Beasts they Are, full of Fierceness, Unmercifulness and Revenge.
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Wicked men are, in Scripture, compared to Lions, Bulls, and Bears, to Wolves and Dogges , which cruelly devoure the Sheep of Christs Fold, the Lambs of his Flock, and sometimes teare and devoure one another.
Wicked men Are, in Scripture, compared to Lions, Bulls, and Bears, to Wolves and Dogs, which cruelly devour the Sheep of Christ Fold, the Lambs of his Flock, and sometime tear and devour one Another.
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But this hatred of Goodnesse principally shews it self in their Contempt of, or Opposition to, Good Men. The men of the World do naturally hate the children of God. Christians must not expect to be beloved by such as hated Christ. The godly are the great Eye-sores of the wicked. The Image of God enstampt upon Saints renders them not amiable but abominable to sinners.
But this hatred of goodness principally shows it self in their Contempt of, or Opposition to, Good Men. The men of the World do naturally hate the children of God. Christians must not expect to be Beloved by such as hated christ. The godly Are the great Eyesores of the wicked. The Image of God enstampt upon Saints renders them not amiable but abominable to Sinners.
The Ethiopians account the blackest complexion to be the beautifullest. The Seed of the Woman is ever hateful to the Seed of the Serpent. The fifteenth Character.
The Ethiopians account the Blackest complexion to be the beautifullest. The Seed of the Woman is ever hateful to the Seed of the Serpent. The fifteenth Character.
They pretend Friendship, when they meditate Revenge, and proclaim Peace, when they prepare for Warre. They are such as will betray their Prince for Money, their Countrey for Reward, and the Cause of Christ for some private Gain, some secular Advantage. Thus Judas betray'd his Lord and Master for thirty pieces of silver, whereby he justly merited that ignominious Name, the Traitor, which shall perpetuate the shame and infamy of so foule a sin throughout all ages. Two sorts of men there are which are hated and abhor'd of all men,
They pretend Friendship, when they meditate Revenge, and proclaim Peace, when they prepare for War. They Are such as will betray their Prince for Money, their Country for Reward, and the Cause of christ for Some private Gain, Some secular Advantage. Thus Judas betrayed his Lord and Master for thirty Pieces of silver, whereby he justly merited that ignominious Name, the Traitor, which shall perpetuate the shame and infamy of so foul a since throughout all ages. Two sorts of men there Are which Are hated and abhorred of all men,
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as well of the Bad as of the Good; a King that is a Tyrant, and a Subject that is a Traitor. Such bring nothing but mischiefs to Common-wealths on Earth, and can expect nothing but Exclusion from the Kingdom of Heaven.
as well of the bade as of the Good; a King that is a Tyrant, and a Subject that is a Traitor. Such bring nothing but mischiefs to Commonwealths on Earth, and can expect nothing but Exclusion from the Kingdom of Heaven.
Such a Traitor (to illustrate this by one instance) was that false and bloody Tryphon, of whom we read in the Maccabean Story: Who taking upon him the Protection of Antiochus, pretended to act for his establishment in his Kingdome, usurpt by Demetrius, and shaken with Civil Commotions. And in this undertaking he became strangely successfull, carrying on the matter under plausible pretences of Loyalty to his Soveraign, whom, having punish't the Insolencies of his Subjects, he pretended (doubtlesse to the joy of many deceived, but well-meaning Hearts) he would make a glorious Prince. But behold an execrable Designe conceived,
Such a Traitor (to illustrate this by one instance) was that false and bloody Tryphon, of whom we read in the maccabean Story: Who taking upon him the Protection of Antiochus, pretended to act for his establishment in his Kingdom, usurped by Demetrius, and shaken with Civil Commotions. And in this undertaking he became strangely successful, carrying on the matter under plausible pretences of Loyalty to his Sovereign, whom, having punished the Insolences of his Subject's, he pretended (doubtless to the joy of many deceived, but well-meaning Hearts) he would make a glorious Prince. But behold an execrable Design conceived,
But seldome hath the Righteous God suffer'd such Treasons and Parricides to escape Punishment. We read of a wicked Treason, and a cursed Parricide which the Servants of Joash, the King of Judah, committed upon him, pretending for the justification of so horrid a murther, his guilt of Innocent blood , that so a cruel piece of private Revenge might put on some appearance of an Act of Justice. But God chastis'd that bloody Crime by the hand of Amaziah, his sonne, who reigned in his stead.
But seldom hath the Righteous God suffered such Treasons and Parricides to escape Punishment. We read of a wicked Treason, and a cursed Parricide which the Servants of Joash, the King of Judah, committed upon him, pretending for the justification of so horrid a murder, his guilt of Innocent blood, that so a cruel piece of private Revenge might put on Some appearance of an Act of justice. But God chastised that bloody Crime by the hand of Amaziah, his son, who reigned in his stead.
We have another memorable Example in the Holy Scripture, of the Execution of Judgement upon Traitors, wherein we have many hands lifted up for the bringing down the stroke of Justice with the greater strength.
We have Another memorable Exampl in the Holy Scripture, of the Execution of Judgement upon Traitors, wherein we have many hands lifted up for the bringing down the stroke of justice with the greater strength.
Base Rebels! Must the Royal Palace be the stage of your Princes Ruine by your wicked Parricide? Bloody Butchers! Must the Royal Palace become the Slaughter-house of your Sovereigne? But what follow'd? Had this King no Loyal Subjects in the Land that would dare to rise up for the Revenge of his Murther upon these wicked Traitors, that the Throne of his Son might be established with the more security? Yes, he had.
Base Rebels! Must the Royal Palace be the stage of your Princes Ruin by your wicked Parricide? Bloody Butchers! Must the Royal Palace become the Slaughterhouse of your Sovereign? But what followed? Had this King no Loyal Subject's in the Land that would Dare to rise up for the Revenge of his Murder upon these wicked Traitors, that the Throne of his Son might be established with the more security? Yes, he had.
For (it's said ) the People of the Land slew all them that had conspired against King Amon, and the People of the Land made Josiah his sonne King in his stead.
For (it's said) the People of the Land slew all them that had conspired against King Amon, and the People of the Land made Josiah his son King in his stead.
And hereupon, there is none so ignorant of the sacred story, but he knows how happy the Land was under the Government of the Good King Josiah. So for the Traitor Judas, we all know he came to a miserable End .
And hereupon, there is none so ignorant of the sacred story, but he knows how happy the Land was under the Government of the Good King Josiah. So for the Traitor Judas, we all know he Come to a miserable End.
Thus we see Traitors are pernicious Persons, who make the Times perillous; but they shall not carry their Treasons out with Impunity, nor for ever escape Gods righteous Judgements. The sixteenth Character. 16. Heady.
Thus we see Traitors Are pernicious Persons, who make the Times perilous; but they shall not carry their Treasons out with Impunity, nor for ever escape God's righteous Judgments. The sixteenth Character. 16. Heady.
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Who (like birds that will adventure to flie before they are fledg'd) run head-long upon desperate designes, whereby they often hazard both their own and others Ruine.
Who (like Birds that will adventure to fly before they Are fledged) run headlong upon desperate designs, whereby they often hazard both their own and Others Ruin.
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and if it be but mixt with some drams of Popular Applause and worldly Glory, it ordinarily produces this Spiritual, (or if you will, Moral) Madnesse. That famous Mutinist, Masianello of Naples, was not able to bear the new wine of his disproportion'd worldly Greatnesse. What Phrensy, what Fury possest the minds of Haman, of Herod, when they had drunk deep of the Worlds Golden Cup of Glory!
and if it be but mixed with Some drams of Popular Applause and worldly Glory, it ordinarily produces this Spiritual, (or if you will, Moral) Madness. That famous Mutinist, Masianello of Naples, was not able to bear the new wine of his disproportioned worldly Greatness. What Frenzy, what Fury possessed the minds of Haman, of Herod, when they had drunk deep of the World's Golden Cup of Glory!
Man's head cannot beare too great heights, but its presently fill'd with giddiness, and prone to Precipitation. A small ship is soon overturn'd by the windes when it carries too great a Saile. 'Tis then an excellent admonition, that of the Apostle ; Be not High-minded, but Fear.
Man's head cannot bear too great heights, but its presently filled with giddiness, and prove to Precipitation. A small ship is soon overturned by the winds when it carries too great a Sail. It's then an excellent admonition, that of the Apostle; Be not High-minded, but fear.
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High-minded men are usually very Pusillanimous, and low-spirited in the most Noble undertakings. They are but empty Bladders that are thus swell'd with the Wind of vanity. The eighteenth Character.
High-minded men Are usually very Pusillanimous, and low-spirited in the most Noble undertakings. They Are but empty Bladders that Are thus swelled with the Wind of vanity. The eighteenth Character.
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They with the busie Wasp (that little Epicure ) are more taken with the sweetnesse of honey, then with the Royal Eagle (that Embleme of Noblenesse ) with the Brightnesse of the Sun. God is the Chiefest Good, the most Amiable Object to an Intellectual Eye, and yet more Amiable to a Spiritual Eye, as he discloses his Beauties in the Face of Christ. Sensual Pleasure is a soon vanishing smile, a tickling of the Senses, causing the Laughter of Fools. What Fools are those that prefer a vanishing shadow before a never fading Beauty! And besides, these transitory Pleasures, thus inordinately pursu'd, end in eternal Paines.
They with the busy Wasp (that little Epicure) Are more taken with the sweetness of honey, then with the Royal Eagl (that Emblem of Nobleness) with the Brightness of the Sun. God is the Chiefest Good, the most Amiable Object to an Intellectual Eye, and yet more Amiable to a Spiritual Eye, as he discloses his Beauty's in the Face of christ. Sensual Pleasure is a soon vanishing smile, a tickling of the Senses, causing the Laughter of Fools. What Fools Are those that prefer a vanishing shadow before a never fading Beauty! And beside, these transitory Pleasures, thus inordinately pursued, end in Eternal Pains.
That chant to the sound of the Vial, and invent to themselves Instruments of Musick, like David, That drink Wine in Bowles, and anoint themselves with the chief oyntments:
That chant to the found of the Vial, and invent to themselves Instruments of Music, like David, That drink Wine in Bowls, and anoint themselves with the chief ointments:
They banish sorrow from their hearts, and sink in downy Delights. They regard not the State of the Church, nor care for the Commands of God. They live in a Paradise of Pleasures, and so pass into a Purgatory of Paines; a place where their Flowers are all faded,
They banish sorrow from their hearts, and sink in downy Delights. They regard not the State of the Church, nor care for the Commands of God. They live in a Paradise of Pleasures, and so pass into a Purgatory of Pains; a place where their Flowers Are all faded,
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But what's the end of these irreligious and wanton Epicures? They are but fatted with the swine to the slaughter. A Voluptuous man cannot be a Virtuous man.
But what's the end of these irreligious and wanton Epicureans? They Are but fatted with the Swine to the slaughter. A Voluptuous man cannot be a Virtuous man.
Vertue can finde no Place, much lesse hope for Preferment in the Kingdom of Pleasure. In the Deluge of Pleasure, the Dove of Piety can finde no place where to set the sole of her Foot. But punishment will take place where Piety can finde none. The nineteenth Character.
Virtue can find no Place, much less hope for Preferment in the Kingdom of Pleasure. In the Deluge of Pleasure, the Dove of Piety can find no place where to Set the sole of her Foot. But punishment will take place where Piety can find none. The nineteenth Character.
They set up an Image of godliness which was never enlivened with Grace. They make a shew of Devotion, without any Truth of Affection. They have an outward Forme, but they want that inward F•rvour, which should give Life and Heate to all their exercises of Religion and godlinesse.
They Set up an Image of godliness which was never enlivened with Grace. They make a show of Devotion, without any Truth of Affection. They have an outward Form, but they want that inward F•rvour, which should give Life and Heat to all their exercises of Religion and godliness.
They are like those that weare anothers Picture, when they care not for his Person. They content themselves with the shell of Religion without the Kernel, the shadow without the Substance, the forme without the Power. They deny the power of godlinesse, that is, they are utterly void of it, altogether strangers to it.
They Are like those that wear another's Picture, when they care not for his Person. They content themselves with the shell of Religion without the Kernel, the shadow without the Substance, the Form without the Power. They deny the power of godliness, that is, they Are utterly void of it, altogether Strangers to it.
They do not experiment the Efficacy of it upon their Hearts, nor expresse the Beauty of it in their Lives. They are acquainted, it may be, with the Letter, but strangers to the Spirit of the Gospel.
They do not experiment the Efficacy of it upon their Hearts, nor express the Beauty of it in their Lives. They Are acquainted, it may be, with the letter, but Strangers to the Spirit of the Gospel.
Their Religion is but a Body without a Soul, a Cage without a Bird, a painted Cabinet without the Jewel, a very Picture without Life, strength or motion.
Their Religion is but a Body without a Soul, a Cage without a Bird, a painted Cabinet without the Jewel, a very Picture without Life, strength or motion.
To compleat the number of these Characters we shall draw one more from the thirteenth Verse of this Chapter, where these Persons before so largely describ'd by their several Properties are further called, The twentieth Character.
To complete the number of these Characters we shall draw one more from the thirteenth Verse of this Chapter, where these Persons before so largely described by their several Properties Are further called, The twentieth Character.
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The greater sinner a man is, the sooner will he become a Seducer. The greater the sinner, the nearer to Satan, the nearer to Satan the sooner a Seducer.
The greater sinner a man is, the sooner will he become a Seducer. The greater the sinner, the nearer to Satan, the nearer to Satan the sooner a Seducer.
Seducers are here so called from their subtile Impostures, flattering Illusions, and cunning craftinesse to deceive, according to the Import of the word here used.
Seducers Are Here so called from their subtle Impostors, flattering Illusions, and cunning craftiness to deceive, according to the Import of the word Here used.
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These are they which creep into houses, and leade captive silly women laden with sinnes, led away with diverse Lusts. These are they which using a kinde of spiritual sorcery do (with Simon Magus ) bewitch the People, who being taken with their Delusions are ready to cry out, These men are the great Power of God.
These Are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with Sins, led away with diverse Lusts. These Are they which using a kind of spiritual sorcery do (with Simon Magus) bewitch the People, who being taken with their Delusions Are ready to cry out, These men Are the great Power of God.
Thus they carry, as it were, in one hand a flaming light, and in the other an impoyson'd Cup; and so the multitudes that follow them for the one, hey cause to drink of the other;
Thus they carry, as it were, in one hand a flaming Light, and in the other an empoisoned Cup; and so the Multitudes that follow them for the one, heigh cause to drink of the other;
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which causing a spiritual drunkennesse carries them headlong to Eternal Destruction. For, Because they received not the Love of the Truth, that they might be saved,
which causing a spiritual Drunkenness carries them headlong to Eternal Destruction. For, Because they received not the Love of the Truth, that they might be saved,
even for this cause doth God send them strong Delusion (the Energie of Error ) that they should believe a lie, that they all might be damned, who believed not the Truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousnesse.
even for this cause does God send them strong Delusion (the Energy of Error) that they should believe a lie, that they all might be damned, who believed not the Truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.
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These are the Foxes to which Satan hath ty'd his Fire-brands, which if not speedily apprehended and suppressed, will soon set all in a flame, and cause a fearful combustion both in Church and State. When these fiery Comets do appear, they usually portend great changes in the Common-wealth, and great Calamities to the Church of God.
These Are the Foxes to which Satan hath tied his Firebrands, which if not speedily apprehended and suppressed, will soon Set all in a flame, and cause a fearful combustion both in Church and State. When these fiery Comets do appear, they usually portend great changes in the Commonwealth, and great Calamities to the Church of God.
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and a deliberate consideration hereof, every soberly wise Christian may easily discerne when these Dayes are come which the Scripture hath foretold shall be perillous Times, especially if the State of things also be but duly considered when such persons as these do abound.
and a deliberate consideration hereof, every soberly wise Christian may Easily discern when these Days Are come which the Scripture hath foretold shall be perilous Times, especially if the State of things also be but duly considered when such Persons as these do abound.
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From the Characters therefore of men, and the Consideration of the state of things, we may drawe the Scripture-Symptomes of Perillous Times; and such are these that follow.
From the Characters Therefore of men, and the Consideration of the state of things, we may draw the Scripture-Symptomes of Perilous Times; and such Are these that follow.
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This is a Conclusion which may be clearly drawn from all the forementioned Characters. When those sins are daily multiply'd against God, whereby God is provoked to execute his Judgements upon men.
This is a Conclusion which may be clearly drawn from all the forementioned Characters. When those Sins Are daily multiplied against God, whereby God is provoked to execute his Judgments upon men.
When Sin and Wickednesse abounds amongst a people professing true Religion and Godlinesse. Thus our Saviour speaking of the last Dayes, wherein these Perillous Times should be, tells us that then Iniquity should abound .
When since and Wickedness abounds among a people professing true Religion and Godliness. Thus our Saviour speaking of the last Days, wherein these Perilous Times should be, tells us that then Iniquity should abound.
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They were evil Dayes, perillous Times with the People of Israel, when their prevailing Impieties brought down prevailing Judgements. When the Land is polluted with sin, it's time it should be purged with Judgement. When the iniquity of the Amorites was full , God cut them off,
They were evil Days, perilous Times with the People of Israel, when their prevailing Impieties brought down prevailing Judgments. When the Land is polluted with since, it's time it should be purged with Judgement. When the iniquity of the amorites was full, God Cut them off,
Crying-sins are wont to bring down cutting Judgements. VVhen the Field is overgrowne with Thornes, its time to set it on Fire. Mens sins are but Fewel to the Fire of Gods Judgements. The Seed of sin brings forth the Fruit of Death; 'Tis so in a Person, 'tis so in a Nation. This Observation is very often verifi'd by sad Experience. Even as I have seen (saies Eliphaz in Job ) They that plow iniquity, and sowe wickednesse reap the same.
Crying-sins Are wont to bring down cutting Judgments. When the Field is overgrown with Thorns, its time to Set it on Fire. Men's Sins Are but Fuel to the Fire of God's Judgments. The Seed of sin brings forth the Fruit of Death; It's so in a Person, it's so in a nation. This Observation is very often verified by sad Experience. Even as I have seen (Says Eliphaz in Job) They that blow iniquity, and sow wickedness reap the same.
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The thornes of tribulation grow up from the seeds of sin. Though sin at the first bear a sweet Flower, it at length grows up to a sharp Thorne. VVhen a whole land is sow'n with wickednesse, what can we expect the Harvest-Time to be,
The thorns of tribulation grow up from the seeds of since. Though since At the First bear a sweet Flower, it At length grows up to a sharp Thorn. When a Whole land is sown with wickedness, what can we expect the Harvest-Time to be,
and yet (notwithstanding all this cost and care) when God expects it should bring forth Grapes, it shall bring forth wilde Grapes , what do you think, will he do to this Vine-yard? Let God himself tell you, who is as True in his Threatnings, as Just in his Iudgements. Go to now (saith the LORD ) I will tell you what I will do to my Vine-yard;
and yet (notwithstanding all this cost and care) when God expects it should bring forth Grapes, it shall bring forth wild Grapes, what do you think, will he do to this Vineyard? Let God himself tell you, who is as True in his Threatenings, as Just in his Judgments. Go to now (Says the LORD) I will tell you what I will do to my Vineyard;
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Thus will God suspend his mercies from an unthankful People, and inflict his Iudgements upon a sinful Nation. Yea further, God will at length send his Angel with a sharp sickle, to gather the Clusters of these wilde Grapes.
Thus will God suspend his Mercies from an unthankful People, and inflict his Judgments upon a sinful nation. Yea further, God will At length send his Angel with a sharp fickle, to gather the Clusters of these wild Grapes.
So is his dealing with sinners Prophetically represented to us in the Holy Scriptures , when they have filled the earth with the cursed Fruits of sinne.
So is his dealing with Sinners Prophetically represented to us in the Holy Scriptures, when they have filled the earth with the cursed Fruits of sin.
Thus when a land is polluted with over-flowings of sin, it may soon be punished with a Deluge of Blood. The Times are ever perillous during the Reigne of sinne.
Thus when a land is polluted with overflowings of since, it may soon be punished with a Deluge of Blood. The Times Are ever perilous during the Reign of sin.
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But for the further opening of this first Proposition, I shall do these two things; 1. Shew what those special sins are, which are Signs of Perillous Times.
But for the further opening of this First Proposition, I shall do these two things; 1. Show what those special Sins Are, which Are Signs of Perilous Times.
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2. Consider the cases wherein such sinnes have, in a special manner, this Symptomatical significancy. The first Enquiry. What special sins make perillous Times.
2. Consider the cases wherein such Sins have, in a special manner, this Symptomatical significancy. The First Enquiry. What special Sins make perilous Times.
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FOr the Discovery of this, What sins they are that speak the Times to be Perillous, I shall not presume to make a Particular enumeration of all those sinnes which are Symptomes of evil Times, or signes of approaching Judgements; (This would be a task perhaps too difficult, and occasion a Discourse too tedious ) But onely instance in some of those special sinnes, which I find in the holy Scriptures, have been the procuring causes of those Calamities, which have made the Times Perillous to Gods people.
FOr the Discovery of this, What Sins they Are that speak the Times to be Perilous, I shall not presume to make a Particular enumeration of all those Sins which Are Symptoms of evil Times, or Signs of approaching Judgments; (This would be a task perhaps too difficult, and occasion a Discourse too tedious) But only instance in Some of those special Sins, which I find in the holy Scriptures, have been the procuring Causes of those Calamities, which have made the Times Perilous to God's people.
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Several other sins, which have plentifully poured out the same malignant influence, upon the Places and people under their Regency and dominion, we shall have occasion to speak of in the following Symptomes. For the present then take we notice of these subsequent sins as sad Symptomes and Presages of Perillous Times;
Several other Sins, which have plentifully poured out the same malignant influence, upon the Places and people under their Regency and dominion, we shall have occasion to speak of in the following Symptoms. For the present then take we notice of these subsequent Sins as sad Symptoms and Presages of Perilous Times;
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When there is no knowledge nor feare of God to be found in multitudes of People, especially where the Preaching of the Word, and the Means of Grace are plentifully afforded, its a sad sign of some sore judgement. If God will poure out his Fury upon the Heathens that know him not,
When there is no knowledge nor Fear of God to be found in Multitudes of People, especially where the Preaching of the Word, and the Means of Grace Are plentifully afforded, its a sad Signen of Some soar judgement. If God will pour out his Fury upon the heathens that know him not,
and the greater the Obligations are that are laid upon them to any Duty, the more heinous is their sinne, the higher is their Provocation if they neglect it,
and the greater the Obligations Are that Are laid upon them to any Duty, the more heinous is their sin, the higher is their Provocation if they neglect it,
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And therefore does the Lord Jesus pronounce such a terrible woe against Corazin and Bethsaida, and threaten them with such a dreadful Destruction, because they were not amended notwithstanding the Mighty works he had wrought amongst them .
And Therefore does the Lord jesus pronounce such a terrible woe against Chorazin and Bethsaida, and threaten them with such a dreadful Destruction, Because they were not amended notwithstanding the Mighty works he had wrought among them.
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The greatest outward Priviledges will not exempt a sinning People from the sorest Judgements . Nay, the greater the Priviledges are we do enjoy, the sorer shall our Punishments be,
The greatest outward Privileges will not exempt a sinning People from the Sorest Judgments. Nay, the greater the Privileges Are we do enjoy, the Sorer shall our Punishments be,
Now how may we tremble with a just Fear of some fearful Judgement, when we consider how much Darknesse there is in a Land of Light, how Ignorance, Atheisme and Ungodlinesse abounds amongst a People, which may plentifully enjoy the Meanes of Grace! How many thousands are there that know not Jesus Christ, nor care to know him!
Now how may we tremble with a just fear of Some fearful Judgement, when we Consider how much Darkness there is in a Land of Light, how Ignorance, Atheism and Ungodliness abounds among a People, which may plentifully enjoy the Means of Grace! How many thousands Are there that know not jesus christ, nor care to know him!
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Yea, how many thousand Families are there in a Land blest for above a thousand years with the Gospel, that call not upon God! How many Millions of People may be seen every Lords Day in the streets of Cities, in the Fields and Villages, that make it their constant Practice to profane the Sabbath, by Vanity and idlenesse, besides those Children of Darknesse, which are already in the Suburbs of Hell, who are then at their Pots and Pipes, in their Dens of Iniquity! Now shall not the Lord visit for these things,
Yea, how many thousand Families Are there in a Land blessed for above a thousand Years with the Gospel, that call not upon God! How many Millions of People may be seen every lords Day in the streets of Cities, in the Fields and Villages, that make it their constant Practice to profane the Sabbath, by Vanity and idleness, beside those Children of Darkness, which Are already in the Suburbs of Hell, who Are then At their Pots and Pipes, in their Dens of Iniquity! Now shall not the Lord visit for these things,
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and be avenged on such a People as this? When such a black cloud of Darknesse hath overspread the Land, that men see not the Light of the Sunne at Noon-day; how may we justly fear that the Thunder of Gods judgements will suddenly break out against us!
and be avenged on such a People as this? When such a black cloud of Darkness hath overspread the Land, that men see not the Light of the Sun At Noonday; how may we justly Fear that the Thunder of God's Judgments will suddenly break out against us!
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and sooner plucks down Judgement then in a Heathen Land. Wilde Beasts may be secure and live long in a Large Forrest, but they are soon taken and slain when once found in a Tilled Field.
and sooner plucks down Judgement then in a Heathen Land. Wild Beasts may be secure and live long in a Large Forest, but they Are soon taken and slave when once found in a Tilled Field.
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This was part of the Charge which the Lord drew up against his people Israel, before he cast them to be melted from their drosse in the Furnace of Babylon ;
This was part of the Charge which the Lord drew up against his people Israel, before he cast them to be melted from their dross in the Furnace of Babylon;
For how shall I do for the Daughter of my People? Ignorance is a damning sin•, a soul-destroying Evil. It is a People of no understanding (saith the Lord ) therefore he that made them will not have mercy on them,
For how shall I do for the Daughter of my People? Ignorance is a damning sin•, a soul-destroying Evil. It is a People of no understanding (Says the Lord) Therefore he that made them will not have mercy on them,
And againe, The Lord Jesus shall be revealed from Heaven, with his Mighty Angels in flaming fire to take vengeance as well on them that know not God, as on them that obey not the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.
And again, The Lord jesus shall be revealed from Heaven, with his Mighty Angels in flaming fire to take vengeance as well on them that know not God, as on them that obey not the Gospel of our Lord jesus christ.
But now when ignorance is joyn'd with obstinacy, as in those that refuse to know God, or to learn the Mysteries of the Gospel, its a sinne more inexcusable,
But now when ignorance is joined with obstinacy, as in those that refuse to know God, or to Learn the Mysteres of the Gospel, its a sin more inexcusable,
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Certainly, if the knowledge and worship of God do open a gate for the bringing in of all manner of Blessings into a land, Ignorance and Irreligion must needs open a wide doore to Destruction.
Certainly, if the knowledge and worship of God do open a gate for the bringing in of all manner of Blessings into a land, Ignorance and Irreligion must needs open a wide door to Destruction.
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Before the first destruction of Rome by Brennus and his Gaules, its observed by the Heathen Writers themselves, that the People were grown altogether Carelesse and negligent in the matters of Religion.
Before the First destruction of Room by Brennus and his Gauls, its observed by the Heathen Writers themselves, that the People were grown altogether Careless and negligent in the matters of Religion.
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The ancient Britans (it's the Observation of Bede ) a little before their Destruction by the Saxons, were arriv'd at such a pitch of profanenesse, as To hate the Professors of Religion,
The ancient Britons (it's the Observation of Bede) a little before their Destruction by the Saxons, were arrived At such a pitch of profaneness, as To hate the Professors of Religion,
To overthrow their seed also among the Nations, and to scatter them in the Land. Yea, (saies the Psalmist ) they spake against God; They said, can God furnish a Table in the Wildernesse? Behold he smote the Rock that the Waters gushed out, and the streames overflow'd;
To overthrow their seed also among the nations, and to scatter them in the Land. Yea, (Says the Psalmist) they spoke against God; They said, can God furnish a Table in the Wilderness? Behold he smote the Rock that the Waters gushed out, and the streams overflowed;
Murmuring against the God of our Mercies, because he does not answer our desires in the satisfaction of our lusts, is grand Ingratitude, and speaks a high Degree of Wickednesse.
Murmuring against the God of our mercies, Because he does not answer our Desires in the satisfaction of our Lustiest, is grand Ingratitude, and speaks a high Degree of Wickedness.
Yea, though men do not directly speak against God, yet when they speak against his Messengers, murmure against Ministers, against their Maintenance, they do in effect murmure against God himselfe. He that repines at the Reception of Embassadors, and the charge of their entertainment, is guilty of a Crime of State which will cast such a reflection upon the King that sent them,
Yea, though men do not directly speak against God, yet when they speak against his Messengers, murmur against Ministers, against their Maintenance, they do in Effect murmur against God himself. He that repines At the Reception of ambassadors, and the charge of their entertainment, is guilty of a Crime of State which will cast such a reflection upon the King that sent them,
as will receive but an ill Resentment. And therefore in this Case we may say with Moses of the Israelites, What are we, that ye murmure against us? Surely, the LORD heareth your Murmurings which you murmure against him.
as will receive but an ill Resentment. And Therefore in this Case we may say with Moses of the Israelites, What Are we, that you murmur against us? Surely, the LORD hears your Murmurings which you murmur against him.
For what are we? your murmurings are not against us but against the LORD? And do you thus requite the LORD for his great Mercy in giving you the Gospel, O foolish people and unwise ? May not he justly punish you for so great a Provocation, by depriving you of so rich a Mercy, by taking away his Gospel?
For what Are we? your murmurings Are not against us but against the LORD? And do you thus requite the LORD for his great Mercy in giving you the Gospel, Oh foolish people and unwise? May not he justly Punish you for so great a Provocation, by depriving you of so rich a Mercy, by taking away his Gospel?
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So when men murmure at their great Plenty (the sin of thousands in the Land) do they not provoke the Lord to plague the Land with Famine? when men murmure against God in Times of Peace and liberty, how just is it with God to scourge them with bloody Wars, and chastise them with a cruel Bondage? When men are impatient under their losses and afflictions, and murmure at those sufferings wherewith they are corrected for their sins, but yet neither take notice of the sins which have caused those sufferings, nor the Hand of God which chastises them with such Afflictions (as the Dogge which flies at the stone, but regards not the Hand that threw it) how do they provoke God to load them with heavier Fetters, and chastise them with smarter Rods, more cutting calamities!
So when men murmur At their great Plenty (the since of thousands in the Land) do they not provoke the Lord to plague the Land with Famine? when men murmur against God in Times of Peace and liberty, how just is it with God to scourge them with bloody Wars, and chastise them with a cruel Bondage? When men Are impatient under their losses and afflictions, and murmur At those sufferings wherewith they Are corrected for their Sins, but yet neither take notice of the Sins which have caused those sufferings, nor the Hand of God which chastises them with such Afflictions (as the Dog which flies At the stone, but regards not the Hand that threw it) how do they provoke God to load them with Heavier Fetters, and chastise them with smarter Rods, more cutting calamities!
when murmuring grows up from a bitter root of Atheisme, and brings forth the cursed Fruit of Rebellion; it's time for God to take the Axe of his Judgements, and cut down such a provoking People.
when murmuring grows up from a bitter root of Atheism, and brings forth the cursed Fruit of Rebellion; it's time for God to take the Axe of his Judgments, and Cut down such a provoking People.
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Surely murmuring against God, is the fore-runner of many miseries amongst men, and so a sad presage of Perillous Times. The third Sin. Injustice, Cruelty, Oppression.
Surely murmuring against God, is the forerunner of many misery's among men, and so a sad presage of Perilous Times. The third Sin. Injustice, Cruelty, Oppression.
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And therefore the LORD stops his Ears to the Prayers of his People, and casts all their Sacrifices as dung in their Faces, saying, To what purpose is the multitude of your Sacrifices and solemnities? They are a trouble to me, I am weary to bear them.
And Therefore the LORD stops his Ears to the Prayers of his People, and Cast all their Sacrifices as dung in their Faces, saying, To what purpose is the multitude of your Sacrifices and solemnities? They Are a trouble to me, I am weary to bear them.
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But how did they contract this guilt? Surely by their Injustice, Cruelty, Oppression, as appears by those Precepts which the Lord gives them in opposition to their present Practise;
But how did they contract this guilt? Surely by their Injustice, Cruelty, Oppression, as appears by those Precepts which the Lord gives them in opposition to their present Practise;
Now hence it appears that Persons guilty of these sins, are in Gods Account Murderers, men that are guilty of Innocent Blood, which cries aloud to heaven for vengeance to be executed upon such bloody wretches, covetous, cruel, and oppressing Tyrants.
Now hence it appears that Persons guilty of these Sins, Are in God's Account Murderers, men that Are guilty of Innocent Blood, which cries aloud to heaven for vengeance to be executed upon such bloody wretches, covetous, cruel, and oppressing Tyrants.
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These are the sins which obstruct the Lords saving Mercies, and draw down his sorest Judgements upon a sinful Nation. A large and lively Representation hereof (which calls for our sad and serious thoughts, in a timely Reflection upon our sins and sufferings in these distracted Times, that we may wisely bethink our selves before it be too late, of the most effectual means for the Prevention of the Lords sorer Judgements upon our Land) we have set before us in the Prophecy of Isaiah , in these words;
These Are the Sins which obstruct the lords Saving mercies, and draw down his Sorest Judgments upon a sinful nation. A large and lively Representation hereof (which calls for our sad and serious thoughts, in a timely Reflection upon our Sins and sufferings in these distracted Times, that we may wisely bethink our selves before it be too late, of the most effectual means for the Prevention of the lords Sorer Judgments upon our Land) we have Set before us in the Prophecy of Isaiah, in these words;
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For your hands are defiled with Blood, and your fingers with Iniquity; your Lips have spoken Lies, your Tongue hath uttered Perverseness. None calleth for Justice, nor any pleadeth for Truth: They trust in Vanity,
For your hands Are defiled with Blood, and your fingers with Iniquity; your Lips have spoken Lies, your Tongue hath uttered Perverseness. None calls for justice, nor any pleads for Truth: They trust in Vanity,
Their Webs shall not become garments, neither shall they cover themselves with their works: their Works are works of Iniquitie, and the Act of Violence is in their Hands.
Their Webs shall not become garments, neither shall they cover themselves with their works: their Works Are works of Iniquity, and the Act of Violence is in their Hands.
Their feet run to evil, and they make hast to shed innocent blood. Their thoughts are thoughts of Iniquity; Wasting and Destruction are in their paths.
Their feet run to evil, and they make haste to shed innocent blood. Their thoughts Are thoughts of Iniquity; Wasting and Destruction Are in their paths.
The way of Peace they know not, and there is no judgment in their goings: they have made them crooked Paths; whosoever goeth therein shall not know Peace.
The Way of Peace they know not, and there is no judgement in their goings: they have made them crooked Paths; whosoever Goes therein shall not know Peace.
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for our Transgressions are with us, and as for our iniquities, we know them. In transgressing and lying against the LORD, and departing away from our God;
for our Transgressions Are with us, and as for our iniquities, we know them. In transgressing and lying against the LORD, and departing away from our God;
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speaking Oppression and Revolt, conceiving and uttering from the heart Words of falsehood. And Judgement is turned away backward, and Justice standeth afar off:
speaking Oppression and Revolt, conceiving and uttering from the heart Words of falsehood. And Judgement is turned away backward, and justice Stands afar off:
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Thus we see how miserable the State of that Nation is, which is full of Unrighteousnesse, Oppression and Cruelty, and how dreadful the condition of that People, who are guilty of these sinnes, shall be,
Thus we see how miserable the State of that nation is, which is full of Unrighteousness, Oppression and Cruelty, and how dreadful the condition of that People, who Are guilty of these Sins, shall be,
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and waters of a full Cup are wrung out to them. But when their Insolencies are grown intolerable, God takes down their Pride with deserved Punishments.
and waters of a full Cup Are wrung out to them. But when their Insolences Are grown intolerable, God Takes down their Pride with deserved Punishments.
When they are come to the Zenith of their glory, the least touch of the Almighty's hand sends them down into the lowest Centre of wretchednesse and infelicity. That may be the very moment of their Destruction, wherein they think to put a Period to the Churches Peace by their bloody Tyranny and Oppression.
When they Are come to the Zenith of their glory, the least touch of the Almighty's hand sends them down into the lowest Centre of wretchedness and infelicity. That may be the very moment of their Destruction, wherein they think to put a Period to the Churches Peace by their bloody Tyranny and Oppression.
For the oppression of the Poore, for the sighing of the Needy, NOW will I arise (saith the LORD ) I will set him at safety from him that puffeth at him .
For the oppression of the Poor, for the sighing of the Needy, NOW will I arise (Says the LORD) I will Set him At safety from him that Puffeth At him.
Oppressors are wont to prey upon the Poor, as the stronger Beasts upon the weaker, the greater Fowles and Fishes upon the lesser. They are the Leeches of the Commonwealth, which suck the Blood out of its Veines; the Suckers which spring from the roots of the Trees,
Oppressors's Are wont to prey upon the Poor, as the Stronger Beasts upon the Weaker, the greater Fowls and Fish upon the lesser. They Are the Leeches of the Commonwealth, which suck the Blood out of its veins; the Suckers which spring from the roots of the Trees,
for he distills Silver out of the sweat of poor mens Brows, and Gold out of the tears of Widows and Orphans. The very Laws are made use of by such as Keys to open their Coffers, as Buckets to draw all the water out of their Wells.
for he distils Silver out of the sweat of poor men's Brows, and Gold out of the tears of Widows and Orphans. The very Laws Are made use of by such as Keys to open their Coffers, as Buckets to draw all the water out of their Wells.
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Oppression, when it is become a reigning sin, precedes some sore Visitation of that City, presages the utter Desolation of that Land, wherein it reignes.
Oppression, when it is become a reigning sin, precedes Some soar Visitation of that city, presages the utter Desolation of that Land, wherein it reigns.
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Deceit and Violence are the two maine Pillars in the House of OPPRESSION, wherein bloody Tyrants and Insolent Usurpers dwell. They lay snares for the Lives of men, that they may take them by Deceit, and then drag them with Violence to a bloody Death, or unjustly deprive them of the Comforts of Life.
Deceit and Violence Are the two main Pillars in the House of OPPRESSION, wherein bloody Tyrants and Insolent Usurpers dwell. They lay snares for the Lives of men, that they may take them by Deceit, and then drag them with Violence to a bloody Death, or unjustly deprive them of the Comforts of Life.
Such is the State of things when Oppression reignes in a Land. Thus doth the Prophet describe these bloody and deceitful men, who seek to oppresse the Righteous and lie in waite for Innocent Blood, and shews how high a Provocation this is of the great God to execute his Judgements upon such a sinful Nation.
Such is the State of things when Oppression reigns in a Land. Thus does the Prophet describe these bloody and deceitful men, who seek to oppress the Righteous and lie in wait for Innocent Blood, and shows how high a Provocation this is of the great God to execute his Judgments upon such a sinful nation.
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so are their Houses full of Deceit: therefore are they become great, and waxen rich. They are waxen fat, they shine, yea, they overpass the Deeds of the wicked:
so Are their Houses full of Deceit: Therefore Are they become great, and waxed rich. They Are waxed fat, they shine, yea, they overpass the deeds of the wicked:
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Shall I not visit for these things, faith the LORD? Shall not my soul be avenged on such a Nation as this? some passages of another Prophecy, we shall select to the same Purpose.
Shall I not visit for these things, faith the LORD? Shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? Some passages of Another Prophecy, we shall select to the same Purpose.
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When these Black sins, these Ill-boading Fowles (that are wont to feed upon the Brinks of the bottomless Pit ) do abound, its a Signe the Winter of Gods Judgements is at hand.
When these Black Sins, these Ill-boding Fowls (that Are wont to feed upon the Brinks of the bottomless Pit) do abound, its a Signen the Winter of God's Judgments is At hand.
Yea, cruel Curses and bloody Oaths, may soon fill the Land with Cruelty and Blood. Because of Swearing may God justly cause the Land to mourne. This sin, we finde in the holy Scripture strictly forbidden and severely punished. I say unto you (sayes our Saviour ) swear not at all, neither by Heaven; for it is Gods Throne: nor by the Earth; for it is his Foot-stoole: neither by Jerusalem;
Yea, cruel Curses and bloody Oaths, may soon fill the Land with Cruelty and Blood. Because of Swearing may God justly cause the Land to mourn. This since, we find in the holy Scripture strictly forbidden and severely punished. I say unto you (Says our Saviour) swear not At all, neither by Heaven; for it is God's Throne: nor by the Earth; for it is his Footstool: neither by Jerusalem;
How strange it is that men should delight to pollute their own soules, and pull down judgement on the Land, by the Customary Commission of a sin so strictly prohibited, under the Pain of Damnation! This is a sin which hath in it no Profit, no pleasure, no not sensual sweetnesse enough to bait a temptation.
How strange it is that men should delight to pollute their own Souls, and pull down judgement on the Land, by the Customary Commission of a since so strictly prohibited, under the Pain of Damnation! This is a since which hath in it no Profit, no pleasure, no not sensual sweetness enough to bait a temptation.
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when they cannot tast so much as a seeming sweetnesse, nor see so much as an appearing Goodnesse in it, to be any ground of their Allurement thereunto,
when they cannot taste so much as a seeming sweetness, nor see so much as an appearing goodness in it, to be any ground of their Allurement thereunto,
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So for the sin of cursing, a sin of the same Hellish nature, a fruit of the same root of bitternesse, how hath the Lord manifested his Displeasure against it, by the punishment which he ordained to be inflicted on such as were guilty of it in his holy Word!
So for the since of cursing, a since of the same Hellish nature, a fruit of the same root of bitterness, how hath the Lord manifested his Displeasure against it, by the punishment which he ordained to be inflicted on such as were guilty of it in his holy Word!
We reade of the Son of an Israelitish woman, whose Father was an Egyptian, that went out among the Children of Israel in the Camp. And this Son of the Israelitish woman blasphemed the Name of the LORD, and cursed: And they brought him unto Moses:
We read of the Son of an Israelitish woman, whose Father was an Egyptian, that went out among the Children of Israel in the Camp. And this Son of the Israelitish woman blasphemed the Name of the LORD, and cursed: And they brought him unto Moses:
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And they put him in Ward that the mind of the LORD might be shew'd them, And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, Bring forth him that hath Cursed, without the Camp,
And they put him in Ward that the mind of the LORD might be showed them, And the LORD spoke unto Moses, saying, Bring forth him that hath Cursed, without the Camp,
And hereupon the LORD made it a Statute in Israel, that whosoever should be found guilty of this sin, whether Israelite or Stranger, he should surely be put to Death. And therefore however amongst men this sin may go unpunished,
And hereupon the LORD made it a Statute in Israel, that whosoever should be found guilty of this since, whither Israelite or Stranger, he should surely be put to Death. And Therefore however among men this since may go unpunished,
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Doubtlesse the Curse of God hangs over the Heads of those that are given to Cursing. Dreadful is that Jmprecation of David, of the same Nature with the former.
Doubtless the Curse of God hangs over the Heads of those that Are given to Cursing. Dreadful is that Jmprecation of David, of the same Nature with the former.
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Woe be to him whose Body, Belly, Bones, are thus cloath'd, fill'd, consum'd with Cursing. This is doubtlesse worse then the most deadly Disease, and will prove more intolerable then the torturing Wracks of the terriblest Tyrants in the World.
Woe be to him whose Body, Belly, Bones, Are thus clothed, filled, consumed with Cursing. This is doubtless Worse then the most deadly Disease, and will prove more intolerable then the torturing Wracks of the terriblest Tyrants in the World.
and may (if timely Repentance with speedy Reformation, and infinite mercy prevent not) kindle a deadly burning in that City or Nation wherein they abound unpunished.
and may (if timely Repentance with speedy Reformation, and infinite mercy prevent not) kindle a deadly burning in that city or nation wherein they abound unpunished.
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And yet is not this the sinne, not onely of the basest sort, but of many of the great Gallants of the Times? Oathes are the Sause of their Mirth, and Curses are the Stings of their Anger. Oathes are in Fashion amongst them,
And yet is not this the sin, not only of the Basest sort, but of many of the great Gallants of the Times? Oaths Are the Sauce of their Mirth, and Curses Are the Stings of their Anger. Oaths Are in Fashion among them,
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and to rap them out roundly is a piece of their Gallantry. Curses still wart upon their commands, and whosoever or whatsoever doth but a little crosse them, they wish all the Plagues of hell to light upon them.
and to rap them out roundly is a piece of their Gallantry. Curses still wart upon their commands, and whosoever or whatsoever does but a little cross them, they wish all the Plagues of hell to Light upon them.
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Surely the Devil himself cannot speak more desperate language, and utter more damnable speeches then these horribly Profane Gallants. If any where there be a Hell upon Earth, 'tis where these Children of Hell, these firstborn sonnes of the Devil, that have Damnation written in their Foreheads, are met together,
Surely the devil himself cannot speak more desperate language, and utter more damnable Speeches then these horribly Profane Gallants. If any where there be a Hell upon Earth, it's where these Children of Hell, these firstborn Sons of the devil, that have Damnation written in their Foreheads, Are met together,
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and sit (the Devil being doubtlesse in the Head of the Company) Bowzing, Swearing, Storming, Cursing, Blaspheming, as if they would tear Heaven to let down flaming Vengeance, and rend the earth to the Bottom of Hell, that they might go down quick into that fiery Prison, fall down headlong into the burning-Lake. A wonder it is of the Divine Patience, that when they are rending the Sacred Name of God with Oathes, Blasphemies, Cursings, God doth not give them up into the hands of the Devil, to tear them instantly in pieces (as we read he hath dealt with some) and carry them Body and Soul into Hell. But God in Justice lets them live for the Aggravation of their sins,
and fit (the devil being doubtless in the Head of the Company) Bowzing, Swearing, Storming, Cursing, Blaspheming, as if they would tear Heaven to let down flaming Vengeance, and rend the earth to the Bottom of Hell, that they might go down quick into that fiery Prison, fallen down headlong into the burning-Lake. A wonder it is of the Divine Patience, that when they Are rending the Sacred Name of God with Oaths, Blasphemies, Cursings, God does not give them up into the hands of the devil, to tear them instantly in Pieces (as we read he hath dealt with Some) and carry them Body and Soul into Hell. But God in justice lets them live for the Aggravation of their Sins,
For how can they hope for any salvation by Christ, or benefit by his Blood who desperately wrap up his wounds and blood in their Oathes and Curses, and so (as it were) throw them in God Almighty's Face? whence is it he doth not with some dreadful Thunderbolt instantly smite them into Hell? How should they expect that God should save them in the Day of their Death, who disperately bid God damne them every day? How can they escape Hell and Damnation, who are still bidding the Devil take them upon every slight occasion? O desperately Profane Wretches! O Devilish wicked Creatures!
For how can they hope for any salvation by christ, or benefit by his Blood who desperately wrap up his wounds and blood in their Oaths and Curses, and so (as it were) throw them in God Almighty's Face? whence is it he does not with Some dreadful Thunderbolt instantly smite them into Hell? How should they expect that God should save them in the Day of their Death, who disperately bid God damn them every day? How can they escape Hell and Damnation, who Are still bidding the devil take them upon every slight occasion? O desperately Profane Wretches! O Devilish wicked Creatures!
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Is it possible there are such to be found under the Sunne? Is it possible there should be such Monsters found within the Pale of the Church; such Incarnate Devils in a Land enlightned with the Gospel of Christ,
Is it possible there Are such to be found under the Sun? Is it possible there should be such Monsters found within the Pale of the Church; such Incarnate Devils in a Land enlightened with the Gospel of christ,
and honoured with the glorious Profession of Christianity? O that the tingling Ears, and trembling Hearts of many of Gods children, who have occasionally heard this Language of Hell (though never privy to the thousandth Part of these Hellish Impieties ) were not too sad an evidence of these Abominations abounding in the Land. Now shall not the Lord visit for these things? Shall not his soul be avenged on such a Nation as this? Is it not a wonder Heaven is not all in flames over our heads,
and honoured with the glorious Profession of Christianity? Oh that the tingling Ears, and trembling Hearts of many of God's children, who have occasionally herd this Language of Hell (though never privy to the thousandth Part of these Hellish Impieties) were not too sad an evidence of these Abominations abounding in the Land. Now shall not the Lord visit for these things? Shall not his soul be avenged on such a nation as this? Is it not a wonder Heaven is not all in flames over our Heads,
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I shall close this fourth Instance with the Excellent counsel of the Son of Sirach. Accustome not thy selfe (sayes he ) to Swearing; neither use thy self to the Naming of the Holy One.
I shall close this fourth Instance with the Excellent counsel of the Son of Sirach. Accustom not thy self (Says he) to Swearing; neither use thy self to the Naming of the Holy One.
for all such things shall be farre from the godly, and they shall not wallow in their sinnes. Use not thy mouth to intemperate swearing; for therein is the word of sin.
for all such things shall be Far from the godly, and they shall not wallow in their Sins. Use not thy Mouth to intemperate swearing; for therein is the word of since.
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VVHen the Land is defiled with Adultery, Fornication, and Ʋncleanness, the Times are Perillous and Evil. God is a God of infinite Purity and Holiness. When a Land therefo•e is polluted with these Impurities and Abominations, what can be expected but that the Lord should abhor it? When the Lord hath e poused a Nation to himself,
When the Land is defiled with Adultery, Fornication, and Ʋncleanness, the Times Are Perilous and Evil. God is a God of infinite Purity and Holiness. When a Land therefo•e is polluted with these Impurities and Abominations, what can be expected but that the Lord should abhor it? When the Lord hath e poused a nation to himself,
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and it hath committed great Whore•omes, what can be expected but that the Lord should give it a Bill of Divorce? When the Lord's Mercies are turned into the Fewel of Uncleannesse, what may we expect but Wrath and Judgement? Dreadful are the Judgements which the Lord hath executed for the Punishment of these sinnes.
and it hath committed great Whore•omes, what can be expected but that the Lord should give it a Bill of Divorce? When the Lord's mercies Are turned into the Fuel of Uncleanness, what may we expect but Wrath and Judgement? Dreadful Are the Judgments which the Lord hath executed for the Punishment of these Sins.
'Twas for the Punishment of this Sin that God drown'd the whole world, and burnt up the Cities of Sodom and Gomorrah with Fire and Brimstone. For the Old World burn'd in Lust and Wantonness before it was drown'd with Water; and Sodom was drown'd in Luxury and Filthinesse, before it was burnt with Fire. In the former, the Sonnes of God doted on the Beauty of the Daughters of men ;
'Twas for the Punishment of this since that God drowned the Whole world, and burned up the Cities of Sodom and Gomorrah with Fire and Brimstone. For the Old World burned in Lust and Wantonness before it was drowned with Water; and Sodom was drowned in Luxury and Filthiness, before it was burned with Fire. In the former, the Sons of God doted on the Beauty of the Daughters of men;
that would attempt the Violation of Angelical Purity. But their unnatural Lusts received a supernatural punishment, God sending down upon them Hell out of Heaven. But now these sins amongst us are worse by a thousand Degrees then they were amongst them.
that would attempt the Violation of Angelical Purity. But their unnatural Lustiest received a supernatural punishment, God sending down upon them Hell out of Heaven. But now these Sins among us Are Worse by a thousand Degrees then they were among them.
For a Christian by profession, whose Body hath been consecrated by Baptisme for a Temple of the holy Ghost, to abuse himself by filthy Lusts, is to do an Act beyond all the Abominations of the Heathens,
For a Christian by profession, whose Body hath been consecrated by Baptism for a Temple of the holy Ghost, to abuse himself by filthy Lustiest, is to do an Act beyond all the Abominations of the heathens,
And turning the Cities of Sodom and Gomorrah into Ashes , condemn'd them with an overthrow, making them an Example to these that afterwards should live ungodly, who are suffering the Vengeance of Eternal Fire;
And turning the Cities of Sodom and Gomorrah into Ashes, condemned them with an overthrow, making them an Exampl to these that afterwards should live ungodly, who Are suffering the Vengeance of Eternal Fire;
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of how much sorer Punishment, think you, shall they be thought worthy, who under the Light of the Gospel, Profession of Christianity and Meanes of Grace, commit these horrid Abominations? Surely it's a wonder the flaming Vengeance of God is not before now broken forth against the provoking People of this Land. But we know, Whoremongers and Adulterers God will judge.
of how much Sorer Punishment, think you, shall they be Thought worthy, who under the Light of the Gospel, Profession of Christianity and Means of Grace, commit these horrid Abominations? Surely it's a wonder the flaming Vengeance of God is not before now broken forth against the provoking People of this Land. But we know, Whoremongers and Adulterers God will judge.
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For this sin does God complaine of his ungrateful People, the Jews. When I had fed them to the full (saith the Lord ) they then committed Adultery, and Assembled themselves by Troops in the Harlots Houses.
For this since does God complain of his ungrateful People, the jews. When I had fed them to the full (Says the Lord) they then committed Adultery, and Assembled themselves by Troops in the Harlots Houses.
and shall not my soul be avenged on such a Nation as this? So the Prophet complaines as of one of the great Evils of his Time, the Land is full of Adulterers.
and shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation as this? So the Prophet complains as of one of the great Evils of his Time, the Land is full of Adulterers.
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And when the Lord found the Land full of such filth, he came and swept it with the Besome of Desolation, in the Babylonish Captivity. The committing of Adultery is one of those sins,
And when the Lord found the Land full of such filth, he Come and swept it with the Besom of Desolation, in the Babylonish Captivity. The committing of Adultery is one of those Sins,
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WHen Gluttony and Drunkennesse are those Idols to which men sacrifice the Marrow and Fatnesse of the Land, together with their Time and Strength, the Dayes are evil, the Times are Perillous.
WHen Gluttony and drunkenness Are those Idols to which men sacrifice the Marrow and Fatness of the Land, together with their Time and Strength, the Days Are evil, the Times Are Perilous.
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When these two appear together (as Castor and Pollux promise safety in the Sea ) they presage a storme in the State. These two Monsters are enough to devoure a whole Land,
When these two appear together (as Castor and Pollux promise safety in the Sea) they presage a storm in the State. These two Monsters Are enough to devour a Whole Land,
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Men were eating and drinking (as if that had been the end of their Creation) when God brought the Flood, and drown'd the world , whereby they were involv'd in a sudden Destruction. And we know there is a Day a coming (which shall steal upon men as a Thief in the Night ) wherein the World shall be destroy'd with Fire :
Men were eating and drinking (as if that had been the end of their Creation) when God brought the Flood, and drowned the world, whereby they were involved in a sudden Destruction. And we know there is a Day a coming (which shall steal upon men as a Thief in the Night) wherein the World shall be destroyed with Fire:
And (sayes our Saviour ) Take heed to your selves, lest at any Time your Hearts be overcharg'd with surfeiting and drunkennesse (or Gluttony and Fulness of Wine) and cares of this Life,
And (Says our Saviour) Take heed to your selves, lest At any Time your Hearts be overcharged with surfeiting and Drunkenness (or Gluttony and Fullness of Wine) and Cares of this Life,
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However though the Day of the General Judgement (which yet cannot be far off) should not surprize the present Generation, they may be suddenly overtaken with the black and gloomy day of some Particular Judgement. When the good Creatures of God are abused to Excesse, God may justly plague that Land with War and Want. So of the Israelites its said, The People sate down to eat,
However though the Day of the General Judgement (which yet cannot be Far off) should not surprise the present Generation, they may be suddenly overtaken with the black and gloomy day of Some Particular Judgement. When the good Creatures of God Are abused to Excess, God may justly plague that Land with War and Want. So of the Israelites its said, The People sat down to eat,
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They minded neither the God that gave them their blessings, to be thankful; nor the end for which he gave them, that they might serve the LORD their God with joyfulnesse, and gladnesse of heart for the abundance of all things .
They minded neither the God that gave them their blessings, to be thankful; nor the end for which he gave them, that they might serve the LORD their God with joyfulness, and gladness of heart for the abundance of all things.
But what followed? The Scripture tells you, There fell of the People that Day (by the edge of the Sword, in the hands of their Brethren, by the Order and Appointment of God) about three thousand men. Thus may God take occasion,
But what followed? The Scripture tells you, There fell of the People that Day (by the edge of the Sword, in the hands of their Brothers, by the Order and Appointment of God) about three thousand men. Thus may God take occasion,
Thus did the Lord afterwards cause his People Israel to be carried into Captivity for the Punishment of their self-indulgence in this sin of Luxury. For thus saith the Lord in Amos , They lie upon Beds of Ivory,
Thus did the Lord afterwards cause his People Israel to be carried into Captivity for the Punishment of their self-indulgence in this since of Luxury. For thus Says the Lord in Amos, They lie upon Beds of Ivory,
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] Their Meat would not down without Musick: like true Epicures, they must at once feast all their Senses. ] They Drink Wine in Bowles, [ They drank by Measure without Measure. Thus they transgrest in the quantity, as well as in the quality of their Provisions.
] Their Meat would not down without Music: like true Epicureans, they must At once feast all their Senses. ] They Drink Wine in Bowls, [ They drank by Measure without Measure. Thus they transgressed in the quantity, as well as in the quality of their Provisions.
[ Gluttony and Drunkennesse harden the heart to an Insensiblenesse of Sions sufferings. In Riots and Revels men are never affected with the Churches Concernments. ] Therefore now shall they go Captive ( in the very Head and Front of the Captives, or) with the first that go Captive,
[ Gluttony and drunkenness harden the heart to an Insensibleness of Zions sufferings. In Riots and Revels men Are never affected with the Churches Concernments. ] Therefore now shall they go Captive (in the very Head and Front of the Captives, or) with the First that go Captive,
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Or, that stretched themselves upon their Couches ) shall be removed. [ This latter part of the Verse hath various Versions. For thus do some render the Original Hebrew.
Or, that stretched themselves upon their Couches) shall be removed. [ This latter part of the Verse hath various Versions. For thus do Some render the Original Hebrew.
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Or, All the costly delicacies prepared for the riotous Feasters, by those that are by appointment to give Order for the furnishing out of the Feast, shall cease and be removed.
Or, All the costly delicacies prepared for the riotous Feasters, by those that Are by appointment to give Order for the furnishing out of the Feast, shall cease and be removed.
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The lasciousnesse of Ephraim, whereby they are become like fed Horses in the morning (as the Prophet speaks ) every one neighing after his neighbours Wife, shall be made to cease by their sufferings.
The lasciousnesse of Ephraim, whereby they Are become like fed Horses in the morning (as the Prophet speaks) every one neighing After his neighbours Wife, shall be made to cease by their sufferings.
And this sense is not unsuitable to the scope of this Scripture, which is to represent the Sin and Punishment of Excesse in Feasting, whereby men become guilty of Riot and Drunkenness, which are proper Parents of L sciviousnesse, and beget many Acts of Uncleannesse. For Luxury is the Fewel of Lust, and Wine (which the Poets call The milk of Venus ) is the Food of Wantonnesse. Whence its said by the Father;
And this sense is not unsuitable to the scope of this Scripture, which is to represent the since and Punishment of Excess in Feasting, whereby men become guilty of Riot and drunkenness, which Are proper Parents of L sciviousnesse, and beget many Acts of Uncleanness. For Luxury is the Fuel of Lust, and Wine (which the Poets call The milk of Venus) is the Food of Wantonness. Whence its said by the Father;
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Thus Drunkennesse leads to VV•n o•• ss•, and VVantonn•sse ends in VVoful •esse, when their Luxury is punish't by their being carry'd into Captivity. The Ch•lde Paraphrase speaks to this Purpose, Then shall the •or of th•ir Hearts depart,
Thus drunkenness leads to VV•n o•• ss•, and VVantonn•sse ends in Woeful •esse, when their Luxury is punished by their being carried into Captivity. The Ch•lde paraphrase speaks to this Purpose, Then shall the •or of th•ir Hearts depart,
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The Impo•t of this Version answers the scope of the Text and sense of the words, which is this, Th•ir Festi•al joy and gladnesse, together with all their rich Furniture for Feasting, shall be utterly lost,
The Impo•t of this Version answers the scope of the Text and sense of the words, which is this, Th•ir Festi•al joy and gladness, together with all their rich Furniture for Feasting, shall be utterly lost,
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And because such sumptuous Feasting, such splendid Magnificence was principa ly found amongst great men, as being proper to Princes, the Syriack Translates it, The Exultation, or Exuberancy of Joy, shall be taken away from th ir Princes.
And Because such sumptuous Feasting, such splendid Magnificence was principa lie found among great men, as being proper to Princes, the Syriac Translates it, The Exultation, or Exuberancy of Joy, shall be taken away from that ir Princes.
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It imports their Bondage under the Babylonian Captivity should be so bitter, that their joyful Feasts should be turn'd into afflicting Fa•s, and their wanton Mirth nto woful Mourning. And hence some •ave rendred the Words, The sorrow of •hem that have stretched out themselves is at hand.
It imports their Bondage under the Babylonian Captivity should be so bitter, that their joyful Feasts should be turned into afflicting Fa•s, and their wanton Mirth unto woeful Mourning. And hence Some •ave rendered the Words, The sorrow of •hem that have stretched out themselves is At hand.
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And the Funeral-Feast of hose that are stretched out (as suppose lying down upon their Beds, the Posture of Feast•ng among the Jews) is removed. For it was a custom among the Jews to make a Feast at •he Funerals of the Dead, to comfort the •riends of the deceased.
And the Funeral-Feast of hose that Are stretched out (as suppose lying down upon their Beds, the Posture of Feast•ng among the jews) is removed. For it was a custom among the jews to make a Feast At •he Funerals of the Dead, to Comfort the •riends of the deceased.
And therefore the Prophet Jeremy represents the great distress and C lamity of the Jews, by the ceasing of these Funeral-Feasts. Neither (says he ) shall men break b•ead for them in mourning, to comfort them for the Dead,
And Therefore the Prophet Jeremiah represents the great distress and C lamity of the jews, by the ceasing of these Funeral-Feasts. Neither (Says he) shall men break b•ead for them in mourning, to Comfort them for the Dead,
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Now the Word used by the Prophet Amos, when he saith their banquet shall be removed, properly signifies such a Funeral-Feast. And therfore (though hence it may be transferr'd to signifie any Feast or Banquet) if the Feasting here spoken of was upon such an Occasion, it was no small Aggravation of their sin of Luxury. For was Feasting upon Delicacies, and excessive Drinking, represented by their drinking Wine in Bowles, seasonable or suitable for such an Occasion? Nay, was it not more excessively si•ful at such a time as this,
Now the Word used by the Prophet Amos, when he Says their banquet shall be removed, properly signifies such a Funeral-Feast. And Therefore (though hence it may be transferred to signify any Feast or Banquet) if the Feasting Here spoken of was upon such an Occasion, it was no small Aggravation of their since of Luxury. For was Feasting upon Delicacies, and excessive Drinking, represented by their drinking Wine in Bowls, seasonable or suitable for such an Occasion? Nay, was it not more excessively si•ful At such a time as this,
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when they were call'd to attend such a sorrowful Solemnity? But whether this were their sin or not, sure I am it is a Sinne too common in the grea City of this Land, and no small Stain to its Glory. For upon such occasions as these of our Funeral Solemnities it is too ordinary a thing for Women of the lower rank (I am asham'd to speak it,
when they were called to attend such a sorrowful Solemnity? But whither this were their since or not, sure I am it is a Sin too Common in the grea city of this Land, and no small Stain to its Glory. For upon such occasions as these of our Funeral Solemnities it is too ordinary a thing for Women of the lower rank (I am ashamed to speak it,
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and yet afraid to be silent, let so horrible a Sinne should passe unreproved ) not onely to drink wine in Bowles, but o drink off Bowles of wine, to a manifest Exce•s, a beastly Drunkennesse. Neither can it be deny'd,
and yet afraid to be silent, let so horrible a Sin should pass unreproved) not only to drink wine in Bowls, but oh drink off Bowls of wine, to a manifest Exce•s, a beastly drunkenness. Neither can it be denied,
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How horrible a thing is this that women professing Christianity, and who would take it in foule scorne that an• should say of them they were strangers 〈 ◊ 〉 Religion and godlinesse, should be guilty of such an abominable Excesse, such a filth•, scandalous, damnable Drunkennesse. Is it not a shame (if those may be Judges that have not utterly renounc't all Sobriety ) that some one Woman, should at one Time, drink several quarts of Wine, one after another, upon such an Occasion? This me thinks should seeme incredible to strangers, which manifest and too frequent evidence amongst us, makes altogether unden•able. O horrid vitiousnesse,
How horrible a thing is this that women professing Christianity, and who would take it in foul scorn that an• should say of them they were Strangers 〈 ◊ 〉 Religion and godliness, should be guilty of such an abominable Excess, such a filth•, scandalous, damnable drunkenness. Is it not a shame (if those may be Judges that have not utterly renounced all Sobriety) that Some one Woman, should At one Time, drink several quarts of Wine, one After Another, upon such an Occasion? This me thinks should seem incredible to Strangers, which manifest and too frequent evidence among us, makes altogether unden•able. Oh horrid viciousness,
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and worse then brutishnesse of such intemperate wom•n, the shame of their Sex, the scum of our City (however some of them may seem to be of good fashion ) and in the eyes of all sober Persons, more loathsome then the Dung in the streets! May not the Lord justly mar the Pride, and staine the Glory of a City polluted with such foule Abominations! May not the Lord say concerning such a People,
and Worse then brutishness of such intemperate wom•n, the shame of their Sex, the scum of our city (however Some of them may seem to be of good fashion) and in the eyes of all Sobrium Persons, more loathsome then the Dung in the streets! May not the Lord justly mar the Pride, and stain the Glory of a city polluted with such foul Abominations! May not the Lord say Concerning such a People,
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The Lord GOD hath sworn by himself, saith he LORD, the God of Hosts, I abhor the excellency of Jacob, and hate his Palaces: therefore will I deliver up the City with all that is therein.
The Lord GOD hath sworn by himself, Says he LORD, the God of Hosts, I abhor the excellency of Jacob, and hate his Palaces: Therefore will I deliver up the city with all that is therein.
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so ignominious an Abuse of Gods Creatures, as they are guilty of, who sacrifice them to their Luxury, and in a fearful excesse of Prodigality, consume them upon their Lusts. Yet many such abominable Epicures there have been,
so ignominious an Abuse of God's Creatures, as they Are guilty of, who sacrifice them to their Luxury, and in a fearful excess of Prodigality, consume them upon their Lusts. Yet many such abominable Epicureans there have been,
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Thus we reade of that Luxurious and Lascivious Queen of Egypt, Cleopatra, that to give the more Noble Reception, and Honourable Entertainment to Mark Anthony, she order'd at a Banquet, One Dish to be prepared at the Expence of two Hundred and fifty Pieces of Gold, to be served up to the Table in the second Course. And further to express (as she thought) the Love and Honour she bore to Mark Anthony, her Wanton Paramour, having dissolv'd a Pearle of fifty thousand pounds price, she drank it off to his Health at one draught. Oh infamous Excesse! O Licentious Lady of Luxury, worthy of no greater Honour in all after Ages then this, to be stil'd the Grand Patronesse of Prodigality. But what think you was the end of this great Epicure? When Mark Anthony to requite this Honour was resolv'd to make her Emperesse of the World, and to that end attempted the ravishment of the Romane Scepter, he was vanquish't by Octavious Augustus at Actium, whence he fled to Alexandria, and there in Despair of Life, & Disdain of Death from the Hand of an Enemy, he fell upon his own sword and dy'd.
Thus we read of that Luxurious and Lascivious Queen of Egypt, Cleopatra, that to give the more Noble Reception, and Honourable Entertainment to Mark Anthony, she ordered At a Banquet, One Dish to be prepared At the Expense of two Hundred and fifty Pieces of Gold, to be served up to the Table in the second Course. And further to express (as she Thought) the Love and Honour she boar to Mark Anthony, her Wanton Paramour, having dissolved a Pearl of fifty thousand pounds price, she drank it off to his Health At one draught. O infamous Excess! Oh Licentious Lady of Luxury, worthy of no greater Honour in all After Ages then this, to be Styled the Grand Patroness of Prodigality. But what think you was the end of this great Epicure? When Mark Anthony to requite this Honour was resolved to make her Empress of the World, and to that end attempted the ravishment of the Roman Sceptre, he was vanquished by octavius Augustus At Actium, whence he fled to Alexandria, and there in Despair of Life, & Disdain of Death from the Hand of an Enemy, he fell upon his own sword and died.
Hereupon Cleopatra, that she might not become the Matter of the Roman Triumph, inclosed her selfe in a Tomb, and there setting two Serpents to her Breast, she ended a Luxurious Life with a miserable Death. Thus at length the Pleasure of Luxury expires in Paine, and the Glory of Prodigality is buried in shame, and covered with everlasting Ignominy and Contempt.
Hereupon Cleopatra, that she might not become the Matter of the Roman Triumph, enclosed her self in a Tomb, and there setting two Serpents to her Breast, she ended a Luxurious Life with a miserable Death. Thus At length the Pleasure of Luxury expires in Pain, and the Glory of Prodigality is buried in shame, and covered with everlasting Ignominy and Contempt.
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But I needed not to have travell'd into Egypt for an Example of Luxury, while I might have produc't one in England, hardly to be parallel'd in the whole Empire of Epicurus. But when I consider the quality of the Person, and the Place that he held, I am afraid lest by the Relation of it, I should give an Occasion to the Churches Enemies to cast Reproach upon the most Honourable calling in the World, which is that of the Ministry of the Gospel. But when I consider that surely the most enraged Malice of men cannot but be satisfi'd by the severity of the Judgements of God, in punishing the Pride and Vanity of men of that Order and Degree wherein he was placed, I conceive the Report of it may bring in some Profit, without any Prejudice or Danger.
But I needed not to have traveled into Egypt for an Exampl of Luxury, while I might have produced one in England, hardly to be paralleled in the Whole Empire of Epicurus. But when I Consider the quality of the Person, and the Place that he held, I am afraid lest by the Relation of it, I should give an Occasion to the Churches Enemies to cast Reproach upon the most Honourable calling in the World, which is that of the Ministry of the Gospel. But when I Consider that surely the most enraged Malice of men cannot but be satisfied by the severity of the Judgments of God, in punishing the Pride and Vanity of men of that Order and Degree wherein he was placed, I conceive the Report of it may bring in Some Profit, without any Prejudice or Danger.
For this man, of whom I speak, was in his Time an Arch-Bishop in the Church of England. And its sufficiently known to the World that God hath of late years been pouring out the full Vialls of his just Wrath upon this glittering Sun of Englands Glory. This man then, George Nevil by Name, brother to the Earle of Warwick, in the dayes of King Edward the fourth, made a Prodigious Feast for the Nobility, prime Clergy, and chief Gentry, at his Installment into the Arch-Bishoprick of York. He rifled the Aire, Earth, and Sea for all so•ts of Provisions and costly varieties for this pompous and magnificent Entertainment. Above twenty thousand Fowles, Peacocks, Pigeons, Capons, Cranes, &c. Above six thousand Cattel and Land-creatures, Oxen, Sheep, Dear, &c. Above six hundred Fishes, Porpaises, Pikes, Seales,
For this man, of whom I speak, was in his Time an Arch-Bishop in the Church of England. And its sufficiently known to the World that God hath of late Years been pouring out the full Vials of his just Wrath upon this glittering Sun of Englands Glory. This man then, George Nevil by Name, brother to the Earl of Warwick, in the days of King Edward the fourth, made a Prodigious Feast for the Nobilt, prime Clergy, and chief Gentry, At his Installment into the Arch-Bishoprick of York. He rifled the Air, Earth, and Sea for all so•ts of Provisions and costly varieties for this pompous and magnificent Entertainment. Above twenty thousand Fowls, Peacocks, Pigeons, Capons, Cranes, etc. Above six thousand Cattle and Land-creatures, Oxen, Sheep, Dear, etc. Above six hundred Fish, Porpaises, Pikes, Seals,
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and Breames lost their Lives to maintaine the Luxury of this one Feast; besides which five thousand Dishes of Gelly, with other Palate-pleasing Delicacies were prepared.
and Breams lost their Lives to maintain the Luxury of this one Feast; beside which five thousand Dishes of Gelly, with other Palate-pleasing Delicacies were prepared.
And to digest these Dainties he provides three hundred and thirty Tuns of Ale, and above foure hundred Tuns of Wine, besides a Pipe of spiced Wine to please the more curious Palates, and for a stronger Provocation to Excesse.
And to digest these Dainties he provides three hundred and thirty Tons of Ale, and above foure hundred Tons of Wine, beside a Pipe of spiced Wine to please the more curious Palates, and for a Stronger Provocation to Excess.
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O Prodigal Luxury, and Luxuriant Prodigality! O Ambitious Appetite, that cannot be content except it stretch its Dominion over all the Delicacies of Earth and Sea! O the Pride of Epicurism! The Glory of Gluttony. But (alas!) what is it,
Oh Prodigal Luxury, and Luxuriant Prodigality! O Ambitious Appetite, that cannot be content except it stretch its Dominion over all the Delicacies of Earth and Sea! Oh the Pride of Epicurism! The Glory of Gluttony. But (alas!) what is it,
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but a shining, but soon-vanishing Meteor, exhaled from the Fumes of a pompous Feast, brighten'd a little with the Beams of the Royal Favour, which in the Revolution of a few years, we may see with Astonishment in the Eclipse; Even so it fell out here.
but a shining, but soon-vanishing Meteor, exhaled from the Fumes of a pompous Feast, brightened a little with the Beams of the Royal Favour, which in the Revolution of a few Years, we may see with Astonishment in the Eclipse; Even so it fell out Here.
For not long after, the King, out of some Jealousies of State, caused this Bacchanalian Bishop to be apprehended, seized upon his whole Estate, to the value of twenty thousand pounds,
For not long After, the King, out of Some Jealousies of State, caused this Bacchanalian Bishop to be apprehended, seized upon his Whole Estate, to the valve of twenty thousand pounds,
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and sent him over Pri•oner to Callis in France, where suffering a strict Imprisonment, he lay languishing in Misery and Want Thus were the Plumes of his Pride pluckt off by the Power of his Prince, and his excessive Prodigality was punisht by extreame Poverty, by the Justice of God.
and sent him over Pri•oner to Callis in France, where suffering a strict Imprisonment, he lay languishing in Misery and Want Thus were the Plumes of his Pride plucked off by the Power of his Prince, and his excessive Prodigality was punished by extreme Poverty, by the justice of God.
Punishment still follows at the Heeles of sin, and yet sinners will be still following their sinful Pleasures, until they are overtaken by their justly deserved Punishments. How desperately wicked a wretch was that rich Citizens sonne, presented to us in the Theatre of Gods Judgements, who to please all his five senses at once, allow'd to the delight of every several sense an Hundred Pounds. For which purpose he provided a Roome richly hung,
Punishment still follows At the Heals of since, and yet Sinners will be still following their sinful Pleasures, until they Are overtaken by their justly deserved Punishments. How desperately wicked a wretch was that rich Citizens son, presented to us in the Theatre of God's Judgments, who to please all his five Senses At once, allowed to the delight of every several sense an Hundred Pounds. For which purpose he provided a Room richly hung,
and beautifi'd with the most curious Pictures to please his Eye; There he had the rarest Musick to delight his Eare, the richest Perfumes to ravish his Smell, and the choicest Dainties to content his Tast; and to gratifie his Feeling Sense he wanted not a beautiful Harlot for his wanton Embraces.
and beautified with the most curious Pictures to please his Eye; There he had the Rarest Music to delight his Ear, the Richest Perfumes to ravish his Smell, and the Choicest Dainties to content his Taste; and to gratify his Feeling Sense he wanted not a beautiful Harlot for his wanton Embraces.
but three years did he spend in the pursuit of his sensual Pleasures, and loose Delight, wherein he wasted his Estate, having in this short time spent no lesse then thirty thousand pounds.
but three Years did he spend in the pursuit of his sensual Pleasures, and lose Delight, wherein he wasted his Estate, having in this short time spent no less then thirty thousand pounds.
And yet after all this he swore that if he had three times more then ever he had, he would spend is all to live one we•k like a God (as he accounted it) though he was sure to be damn'd to Hell the next day after.
And yet After all this he swore that if he had three times more then ever he had, he would spend is all to live one we•k like a God (as he accounted it) though he was sure to be damned to Hell the next day After.
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Desperate Profanenesse! But to what Extremity of Torments will men at length be carry'd by such an unbridled Excesse! Dives fared deliciously every day while he was here on Earth, but he could not get one Drop of water to coole his flaming tongue in Hell .
Desperate Profaneness! But to what Extremity of Torments will men At length be carried by such an unbridled Excess! Dives fared deliciously every day while he was Here on Earth, but he could not get one Drop of water to cool his flaming tongue in Hell.
The fiercest and cruellest Plagues are often let loose for the Punishment of the sinne of Luxury. It was the Gate of Intemperance by which Death at first entred into the World, with his whole Army, consisting of many Millions of Miseries, which are continually warring against miserable man-kinde.
The Fiercest and Cruellest Plagues Are often let lose for the Punishment of the sin of Luxury. It was the Gate of Intemperance by which Death At First entered into the World, with his Whole Army, consisting of many Millions of Misery's, which Are continually warring against miserable mankind.
He ruines himself, and his Posterity, and besides contributes much to the ruine and Destruction f the whole Nation. For, the Glutton entombes his Ancestors in his Bowels,
He ruins himself, and his Posterity, and beside contributes much to the ruin and Destruction f the Whole nation. For, the Glutton entombs his Ancestors in his Bowels,
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Slanderers make a sword of their Tongue, and Gluttons dig their Grave with their Teeth ; yea, hereby also they dig a Pit for the Destruction of the whole Land.
Slanderers make a sword of their Tongue, and Gluttons dig their Grave with their Teeth; yea, hereby also they dig a Pit for the Destruction of the Whole Land.
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And is not this (among many others) the Sin of these our Dayes? surely some there are that (with the Sea-Asse ) have their Hearts in their Bellies, yea some that (with the gormandizing Cretians ) make their Belly their God, to which they sacrifice the best part of their precious Time and Treasure. These are they of whom the Apostle tells us weeping , that they are the Enemies of the Crosse of Christ, whole End is Destruction, whose God is their Belly,
And is not this (among many Others) the since of these our Days? surely Some there Are that (with the Sea-Asse) have their Hearts in their Bellies, yea Some that (with the gormandizing Cretians) make their Belly their God, to which they sacrifice the best part of their precious Time and Treasure. These Are they of whom the Apostle tells us weeping, that they Are the Enemies of the Cross of christ, Whole End is Destruction, whose God is their Belly,
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How many are there that will needs live above their Ranck, and spend above what their estates will bear, till they have at once undone themselves and many others!
How many Are there that will needs live above their Rank, and spend above what their estates will bear, till they have At once undone themselves and many Others!
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If they have but occasion of Feasting their Friends, every thing must be set off with such a Princely Magnificence, as if they were Lords of such an Ocean of wealth as knew neither Bounds nor Bottome. Thus Nabal, upon whose Name that Folly was engraven, which was rooted in his Nature upon the Occasion of shearing his sheep , held a Feast in his house like the Feast of a King, wherein he himself was as drunk as a beggar.
If they have but occasion of Feasting their Friends, every thing must be Set off with such a Princely Magnificence, as if they were lords of such an Ocean of wealth as knew neither Bounds nor Bottom. Thus Nabal, upon whose Name that Folly was engraven, which was rooted in his Nature upon the Occasion of shearing his sheep, held a Feast in his house like the Feast of a King, wherein he himself was as drunk as a beggar.
Thus Luxury halted not in his House, but went upon both its legges, Gluttony and Drunkennesse. But whoever they are that take this course, will at length find that Riot is the Road to Ruine, and that Poverty is the next neighbour to Prodigality. Its therefore the Wisdome of such to hearken betimes to the Counsel of the Wise man; Hear thou my Sonne, and be Wise,
Thus Luxury halted not in his House, but went upon both its legs, Gluttony and drunkenness. But whoever they Are that take this course, will At length find that Riot is the Road to Ruin, and that Poverty is the next neighbour to Prodigality. Its Therefore the Wisdom of such to harken betimes to the Counsel of the Wise man; Hear thou my Son, and be Wise,
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Dreadful are the Woes which the Lord in his Word hath pronounc't against Drunkards. Woe unto them (sayes the Lord by the Prophet ) that rise up early in the morning that they may follow strong Drink,
Dreadful Are the Woes which the Lord in his Word hath pronounced against Drunkards. Woe unto them (Says the Lord by the Prophet) that rise up early in the morning that they may follow strong Drink,
Drunkennesse makes men so sottish and senselesse that they take no notice of Gods Dispensations, till they are overtaken with his Judgem nts. Thus its said of Nabal after his Drunkennesse, that his Heart died within him,
drunkenness makes men so sottish and senseless that they take no notice of God's Dispensations, till they Are overtaken with his Judgem nts. Thus its said of Nabal After his drunkenness, that his Heart died within him,
And it came to passe about ten dayes after, that the LORD smote Nabal, that he died. Again, sayes the LORD, Woe unto them that are Mighty to drink Wine,
And it Come to pass about ten days After, that the LORD smote Nabal, that he died. Again, Says the LORD, Woe unto them that Are Mighty to drink Wine,
He then is the greatest Drunkard in Gods sight who is able to drink most without Distemper. For what's Drunkennesse, but Excesse in Drinking, though no Distemper of Body or Braine should follow thereupon? But he is the greatest Drunkard of all, who not onely drinks to Excesse himself,
He then is the greatest Drunkard in God's sighed who is able to drink most without Distemper. For what's drunkenness, but Excess in Drinking, though no Distemper of Body or Brain should follow thereupon? But he is the greatest Drunkard of all, who not only drinks to Excess himself,
Such a devilish Drunkard deserves no lesse then double Damnation. A dreadful Woe hangs ever his Head, and a Cup of Wrath shall be put into his Hand, and the Lord shall cause him to drink up the Dregges of it.
Such a devilish Drunkard deserves no less then double Damnation. A dreadful Woe hangs ever his Head, and a Cup of Wrath shall be put into his Hand, and the Lord shall cause him to drink up the Dregs of it.
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Thus Gluttony and Drunkenness, when they abound in a Land, are the Causes, Presages, and Symptoms of Perillous Times. The seventh Sin. Fantasticalnesse, Vanity and Pride of Apparel.
Thus Gluttony and drunkenness, when they abound in a Land, Are the Causes, Presages, and Symptoms of Perilous Times. The seventh Sin. Fantasticalness, Vanity and Pride of Apparel.
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It pleased God to bestow a singular Honour upon man, at his first Creation, in imprinting upon him the Beauty of his own Image. For, God Created man in his own Image, in the Image of God created he him.
It pleased God to bestow a singular Honour upon man, At his First Creation, in imprinting upon him the Beauty of his own Image. For, God Created man in his own Image, in the Image of God created he him.
The Soul of man was indeed the Principal Subject of this glorious Impression: but yet the Body of man was, by the Wisdome of God, curiously compos'd to such a comelinesse of shap•, as that it might be a fit Cabinet for so inestimable a Jewel, embellisht with so Divine a Portraicture. Then was naked Innocency mans most glorious cloathing. But since the defacement of this Image of God,
The Soul of man was indeed the Principal Subject of this glorious Impression: but yet the Body of man was, by the Wisdom of God, curiously composed to such a comeliness of shap•, as that it might be a fit Cabinet for so inestimable a Jewel, embellished with so Divine a Portraiture. Then was naked Innocency men most glorious clothing. But since the defacement of this Image of God,
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and the defilement of the Nature of man, miserable man hath been forc't to begge Relief of the other Creatures, for the covering of the shame of his Nakednesse. But alas vain man!
and the defilement of the Nature of man, miserable man hath been forced to beg Relief of the other Creatures, for the covering of the shame of his Nakedness. But alas vain man!
How foolishly does he abuse this second Benefit! How does he bewray the Nakednesse of his Minde by the Apparel of his Body! How vainly does he turne the covering of his shame into the displaying of his Pride! How shall we now know the ••ape of a man,
How foolishly does he abuse this second Benefit! How does he bewray the Nakedness of his Mind by the Apparel of his Body! How vainly does he turn the covering of his shame into the displaying of his Pride! How shall we now know the ••ape of a man,
or where shall we behold the Comlinesse of his first Composure, when he is now daily •ransforming himself ( Proteus like) into a strange Variety of Fantastick F•s•ious? And how strangely is he bewitcht with this Vanity, that whereas he should in Reason shape his Apparel to his Body, h• seemes to go about to shape his Body to his Appar•l! How ridiculous world it be to see a man stick his Body with Peacock• Plume and Ostrich Feathers, and then Pride himselfe in the pleasing variety of their curious colours! And is it not every whit as absurd and beggarly for a Person of quality to carry a Pedlers Shop about the streets of the City, leading (as it were) his Pride in Triumph, and making an open show of the spoiles of the silkworme? And as if the costlinesse of the matter did contend with the Curiosity of the Fashion, how do the Gallants of the Times lay out their Riches and Revenues for the maintenance of their Pride of Apparel! How do they trample with disdaine upon the Poore of the Countrey, treading them under feet,
or where shall we behold the Comeliness of his First Composure, when he is now daily •ransforming himself (Proteus like) into a strange Variety of Fantastic F•s•ious? And how strangely is he bewitched with this Vanity, that whereas he should in Reason shape his Apparel to his Body, h• seems to go about to shape his Body to his Appar•l! How ridiculous world it be to see a man stick his Body with Peacock• Plume and Ostrich Feathers, and then Pride himself in the pleasing variety of their curious colours! And is it not every whit as absurd and beggarly for a Person of quality to carry a Pedlars Shop about the streets of the city, leading (as it were) his Pride in Triumph, and making an open show of the spoils of the silkworm? And as if the costliness of the matter did contend with the Curiosity of the Fashion, how do the Gallants of the Times lay out their Riches and Revenues for the maintenance of their Pride of Apparel! How do they trample with disdain upon the Poor of the Country, treading them under feet,
as they would a Worme into the mire, while they walk like Monsters of Pride, with whole Orchards, Fields, Woods upon their Backs, bearing at once in the costlinesse of their Garb, the revenues of a whole Lordship! Such was the luxuriant Pride and Gallantry of a Roman Emperour , who jug'd it a piece of state to weare sumptuous Apparel, and an unworthy basenesse to appear twice in the same suit,
as they would a Worm into the mire, while they walk like Monsters of Pride, with Whole Orchards, Fields, Woods upon their Backs, bearing At once in the costliness of their Garb, the revenues of a Whole Lordship! Such was the luxuriant Pride and Gallantry of a Roman Emperor, who judged it a piece of state to wear sumptuous Apparel, and an unworthy baseness to appear twice in the same suit,
His shooes were embellish't with Pearles and Diamonds; his Seats strew'd with Musk and Amber; his Bed covered with Gold and Silver, and inchac't with the costliest Gemmes, and his Way strew'd with the Powder of Pearles.
His shoes were embellished with Pearls and Diamonds; his Seats strewed with Musk and Amber; his Bed covered with Gold and Silver, and enchased with the Costliest Gems, and his Way strewed with the Powder of Pearls.
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But the Female Sex hath ever beene more generally guilty of a strange Excesse in Apparel and Ornaments. How strange is the Vanitie of the Mindes of VVomen, especially of those accounted of the better Rank, in the affectation of Variety of Fashions in their Cloaths and Deckings! Proud women have a VVorld of Ornaments,
But the Female Sex hath ever been more generally guilty of a strange Excess in Apparel and Ornament. How strange is the Vanity of the Minds of VVomen, especially of those accounted of the better Rank, in the affectation of Variety of Fashions in their Clothes and Deckings! Proud women have a World of Ornament,
yea, scarcely will an Age suffice them to runne all the Stages of their still-changing Fashions. The Prophet Isaiah, being himselfe conversant in the Court, had diligently observ'd the Gallantry of the Proud Dames of those dayes, whom he does as faithfully reprove, opening a full Pack of their Toyes and Vanities (the Ensignes of their Pride ) which they, it seemes, much pleased themselves in,
yea, scarcely will an Age suffice them to run all the Stages of their still-changing Fashions. The Prophet Isaiah, being himself conversant in the Court, had diligently observed the Gallantry of the Proud Dams of those days, whom he does as faithfully reprove, opening a full Pack of their Toys and Vanities (the Ensigns of their Pride) which they, it seems, much pleased themselves in,
as very decent and well-becoming Ornaments. But he declares unto them their sin, and in the Name of the Lord, pronounces the Doome of such proud, self-Idolizing Vanities, as the Daughters of Zion were then become through a strange affectation of multiplicity of Ornaments, and singularity in Carriage and Behaviour.
as very decent and well-becoming Ornament. But he declares unto them their since, and in the Name of the Lord, pronounces the Doom of such proud, self-Idolizing Vanities, as the Daughters of Zion were then become through a strange affectation of Multiplicity of Ornament, and singularity in Carriage and Behaviour.
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Necks, and wanton eyes, walking and mincing [ or, tripping it neatly ] as they go, and making a tinkling with their Feet, [ as if they walked in Fetters, or had Bells or Rattles ty'd to their Feet ] Therefore the Lord will smite with a Scab the Crown of the Head of the Daughters of Zion, and the LORD will discover their secret Parts.
Necks, and wanton eyes, walking and mincing [ or, tripping it neatly ] as they go, and making a tinkling with their Feet, [ as if they walked in Fetters, or had Bells' or Rattles tied to their Feet ] Therefore the Lord will smite with a Scab the Crown of the Head of the Daughters of Zion, and the LORD will discover their secret Parts.
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In that day the Lord will take away the bravery of their tinkling Ornaments about their Feet, and their Cauls [ or Ornaments of Net-work, or Needle-work wrought with Eyes ] and their round Tires like the Moon.
In that day the Lord will take away the bravery of their tinkling Ornament about their Feet, and their Cauls [ or Ornament of Network, or Needlework wrought with Eyes ] and their round Tires like the Moon.
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The Chaines [ or, sweet Balls, or Boxes of perfuming Ointments, their Golden Boxes of rich Gummes and precious Balsome ] and the Bracelets and the Mufflers [ or thin Veiles, or Head-Ornaments glittering with waving gold, or starry Spangles .
The Chains [ or, sweet Balls, or Boxes of perfuming Ointments, their Golden Boxes of rich Gums and precious Balsome ] and the Bracelets and the Mufflers [ or thin Veils, or Head-Ornaments glittering with waving gold, or starry Spangle's.
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] The Bonnets, and the Ornaments of the Legges, and the Headbands [ or Haire-laces, or Neck-laces ] and the Tablets [ or the Boxes of Aromatical Confections for the perfuming of the Breath ] and the Earrings [ or Amulets ] The Rings and Nose-jewels [ or Jewels for the Face ] The changable Suits of Apparel, and the Mantles, and the Wimples, [ Aprons or embroyder'd Vestures ] and the Crisping-Pins [ or, Cushnets, Purses, Pin-pillows, Needle-Cases ] The Glasses, and the fine Linnen, and the Hoods, and the Vailes.
] The Bonnets, and the Ornament of the Legs, and the Headbands [ or Hair-laces, or Necklaces ] and the Tablets [ or the Boxes of Aromatical Confections for the perfuming of the Breath ] and the Earrings [ or Amulets ] The Rings and Nose-jewels [ or Jewels for the Face ] The changeable Suits of Apparel, and the Mantles, and the Wimples, [ Aprons or embroidered Vestures ] and the Crisping-Pins [ or, Cushnets, Purses, Pin-pillows, Needle-Cases ] The Glasses, and the fine Linen, and the Hoods, and the Vails.
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Thus we see Vanity, Fantasticalness and Pride of Apparrel, brings down the Judgements of God upon a Land. For this may God cloath the Land with Confusion, and fill the City with Fears, and stain the Beauty of these proud Gallants with Blood. For this may God scourge the City with the Plague, and chastise the Country with Wars, and lay the whole Land desolate.
Thus we see Vanity, Fantasticalness and Pride of Apparel, brings down the Judgments of God upon a Land. For this may God cloth the Land with Confusion, and fill the city with Fears, and stain the Beauty of these proud Gallants with Blood. For this may God scourge the city with the Plague, and chastise the Country with Wars, and lay the Whole Land desolate.
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How dolefull is the Representation of Gods dreadfull Judgements upon the Land of Judah, whereby he threatned to punish the Pride of Jerusalem! How may it make the stoutest heart to tremble to see the LORD of Hosts leading up an Army of enraged and implacable Enemies against his own People! To see Destruction in the Van,
How doleful is the Representation of God's dreadful Judgments upon the Land of Judah, whereby he threatened to Punish the Pride of Jerusalem! How may it make the Stoutest heart to tremble to see the LORD of Hosts leading up an Army of enraged and implacable Enemies against his own People! To see Destruction in the Van,
I cannot hold my peace, because thou hast heard, O my soul, the sound of the Trumphet, the Alarm of War. Destruction upon Destruction is cry'd, for the whole Land is spoiled:
I cannot hold my peace, Because thou hast herd, Oh my soul, the found of the Trumpet, the Alarm of War. Destruction upon Destruction is cried, for the Whole Land is spoiled:
How long shall I see the Standard, and hear the sound of the Trumphet? For my people is foolish, they have not known me, they are sottish Children, and they have none understanding:
How long shall I see the Standard, and hear the found of the Trumpet? For my people is foolish, they have not known me, they Are sottish Children, and they have none understanding:
Every City shall be forsaken, and not a man dwell therein. And when thou art spoiled, what wilt thou do? Though thou clothest thy self with Crimson, thou deckest thee with Ornaments of Gold, though thou rentest thy face with Painting, in vain shalt thou make thy self fair, thy Lovers will despise thee, they will seek thy life.
Every city shall be forsaken, and not a man dwell therein. And when thou art spoiled, what wilt thou do? Though thou clothest thy self with Crimson, thou deckest thee with Ornament of Gold, though thou rentest thy face with Painting, in vain shalt thou make thy self fair, thy Lovers will despise thee, they will seek thy life.
O ye proud Gallants, ye fantastick Ladies, how long will ye provoke the Lord by your Pride and Wantonness, to stain your Glory, to strip you of your Ornaments, and to plague the whole Land for your sakes with his sorest Judgements? Hath not the Lord threatned to punish your Pride, and to break those Pillars of Power that sustain your Glory? Hath not the Lord said, After this manner (even as Jeremiah's linnen Girdle was rotted in the earth ) Will I marre the Pride of Judah, and the great Pride of Jerusalem? You set off your Beauty by these fantastick Ornamens to the eyes of men,
Oh you proud Gallants, you fantastic Ladies, how long will you provoke the Lord by your Pride and Wantonness, to stain your Glory, to strip you of your Ornament, and to plague the Whole Land for your sakes with his Sorest Judgments? Hath not the Lord threatened to Punish your Pride, and to break those Pillars of Power that sustain your Glory? Hath not the Lord said, After this manner (even as Jeremiah's linen Girdle was rotted in the earth) Will I mar the Pride of Judah, and the great Pride of Jerusalem? You Set off your Beauty by these fantastic Ornament to the eyes of men,
but know you not that your Pride in the mean time makes you odious in the sight of God? Know you not that Pride is ever attended with shame, and shall at length be over-taken with Destruction? For, When Pride cometh, then cometh Shame ,
but know you not that your Pride in the mean time makes you odious in the sighed of God? Know you not that Pride is ever attended with shame, and shall At length be overtaken with Destruction? For, When Pride comes, then comes Shame,
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Have you not read of the Judgement threatned against Israel, Ephraim and Judah for their Pride? The Pride of Israel ( saith the Lord ) doth testifie to his fac•,
Have you not read of the Judgement threatened against Israel, Ephraim and Judah for their Pride? The Pride of Israel (Says the Lord) does testify to his fac•,
O remember when you are decking your selves with your excellent Ornaments, you are but as it were sticking a Corpse with curious Flowers, which when God gives the Word must be rumbled into the Grave, and turned into Dust. And as for the souls of such Proud Persons, they must be for ever shut up in the flaming Prison of Hell. For if God turned proud Angels out of Heaven, certainly he will never suffer proud women to enter in.
Oh Remember when you Are decking your selves with your excellent Ornament, you Are but as it were sticking a Corpse with curious Flowers, which when God gives the Word must be rumbled into the Grave, and turned into Dust. And as for the Souls of such Proud Persons, they must be for ever shut up in the flaming Prison of Hell. For if God turned proud Angels out of Heaven, Certainly he will never suffer proud women to enter in.
David would not suffer a Proud person to dwell in his House , and surely God will not suffer a Proud Peacock to alight in Heaven. O consider when you are priding your selves in your Beauty and Ornaments, you are plucking of Judgements down upon the Land. Your Pride makes you the Spots of the Church, the plagues of the City, and the procurers of a thousand Miseries to the whole Nation.
David would not suffer a Proud person to dwell in his House, and surely God will not suffer a Proud Peacock to alight in Heaven. Oh Consider when you Are priding your selves in your Beauty and Ornament, you Are plucking of Judgments down upon the Land. Your Pride makes you the Spots of the Church, the plagues of the city, and the Procurers of a thousand Misery's to the Whole nation.
What's Beauty, but a little shining Dust, and that which is the best that many of you can boast of to the world, no better then painted Clay? And yet there is a generation, O how lofty are their eyes,
What's Beauty, but a little shining Dust, and that which is the best that many of you can boast of to the world, no better then painted Clay? And yet there is a generation, Oh how lofty Are their eyes,
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Can you be proud of Dust and Clay, and the Excrements of Beasts, or other more contemptible Creatures? And yet you would be accounted Christians, and some of you (perhaps) would be thought to be forward Professors. But is this think you to live according to the Rule of the Gospel? Can you by these proud Deckings of your Bodies adorn the Doctrine of God your Saviour ? If your Bodies are indeed the Temples of the Holy Ghost, you cannot surely think it acceptable to God that you should adorn them with such foolish and fantastick Ornaments. But perhaps you think Christ hath taken no care, given no order in the Gospel concerning such matters.
Can you be proud of Dust and Clay, and the Excrements of Beasts, or other more contemptible Creatures? And yet you would be accounted Christians, and Some of you (perhaps) would be Thought to be forward Professors. But is this think you to live according to the Rule of the Gospel? Can you by these proud Deckings of your Bodies adorn the Doctrine of God your Saviour? If your Bodies Are indeed the Temples of the Holy Ghost, you cannot surely think it acceptable to God that you should adorn them with such foolish and fantastic Ornament. But perhaps you think christ hath taken no care, given no order in the Gospel Concerning such matters.
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But know God in the Gospel hath given command to women professing Christianity, not so much to minde these outward Ornaments, as to take care of beautifying and adorning their souls with inward excellencies. Whose adorning (sayes the Scripture ) let it not be that outward adorning of plaiting the Hair, and of wearing of Gold, or of putting on of [ costly ] Apparel:
But know God in the Gospel hath given command to women professing Christianity, not so much to mind these outward Ornament, as to take care of beautifying and adorning their Souls with inward excellencies. Whose adorning (Says the Scripture) let it not be that outward adorning of plaiting the Hair, and of wearing of Gold, or of putting on of [ costly ] Apparel:
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For after this manner in the old Time, the Holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves. And sayes the Apostle Peter , Instead of knots of Gold and Silver, put on the rare Ornament of Humility;
For After this manner in the old Time, the Holy women also, who trusted in God, adorned themselves. And Says the Apostle Peter, Instead of knots of Gold and Silver, put on the rare Ornament of Humility;
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these shall finde Favour, when he comes against the other in Fury. But its much to be feared that you that so much minde these Vanities, do very little regard the Gospel. However as for you that would disdaine not to be called and accounted Christians, and think your selves the onely true Protestants, methinks you should blush to see the Folly and Vanity of your Pride, both of Beauty and Apparel, so lively represented to you by the elegant Pen of that Popish Jesuite, with whose Writings it is but too certain, you are, many of you, far more familiarly acquainted,
these shall find Favour, when he comes against the other in Fury. But its much to be feared that you that so much mind these Vanities, do very little regard the Gospel. However as for you that would disdain not to be called and accounted Christians, and think your selves the only true Protestants, methinks you should blush to see the Folly and Vanity of your Pride, both of Beauty and Apparel, so lively represented to you by the elegant Pen of that Popish Jesuit, with whose Writings it is but too certain, you Are, many of you, Far more familiarly acquainted,
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To boast the Beauty of Body, is to have a great defect in the Judgement, which is the Beauty of the Soul. It's verily a desperate Vanity, when a Lady, under the Colour that some scribling Rimer hath given her the Locks of Aurora, the Eyes of Venus, the Port of Juno, the Feet of Thetis, makes her self the Queen of Antioch, and glorifies her self many times with a Beauty meerly imaginary Queen Stratonica, the Wife of Sel•ucus, had not one Haire upon her Head, yet notwithstanding gave six hundred Crowns to a Poet, who had celebrated her in his Verse, and sung that her Haire had the tincture of the Marigold.
To boast the Beauty of Body, is to have a great defect in the Judgement, which is the Beauty of the Soul. It's verily a desperate Vanity, when a Lady, under the Colour that Some scribbling Rimer hath given her the Locks of Aurora, the Eyes of Venus, the Port of Juno, the Feet of Thetis, makes her self the Queen of Antioch, and Glorifies her self many times with a Beauty merely imaginary Queen Stratonica, the Wife of Sel•ucus, had not one Hair upon her Head, yet notwithstanding gave six hundred Crowns to a Poet, who had celebrated her in his Verse, and sung that her Hair had the tincture of the Marigold.
borrowed Feathers from all kinde of Birds, unpunished Thefts, Witnesses of our Poverty, which causeth us to beg the Assistance of all creatures to cover our shame.
borrowed Feathers from all kind of Birds, unpunished Thefts, Witnesses of our Poverty, which Causes us to beg the Assistance of all creatures to cover our shame.
What an indignity is it to be desirous to brave it above our State, Quality or Port, and to arrive at this Height often times to bear the Fat and Marrow of the Poor in the Plaits of Garments? Nay these many Rapines are not sufficient to entertain this enraged Prodigality.
What an indignity is it to be desirous to brave it above our State, Quality or Port, and to arrive At this Height often times to bear the Fat and Marrow of the Poor in the Plaits of Garments? Nay these many Rapines Are not sufficient to entertain this enraged Prodigality.
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What Infamy is it to behold in a Banquet a Roman Lady, called Lollia Paulina, carry about her in Chaines, Carcanets, and precious Stones, a Million of Gold, and her Father who had dispoyl'd all the Roman Provinces to cloath this onely daughter, drink afterwards Poyson, overwhelm'd in the Despaire of his own affaires? Is not the Chamlet coat of the greatest of all our Kings , of power to confound all Courtiers of both Sexes, who having nothing worthy of Praise in them, would dignifie themselves with Apparel, shewing they have like a Peacock a little Head, little Brain, Beautiful Feathers, and a long Tail?
What Infamy is it to behold in a Banquet a Roman Lady, called Lollia Paulina, carry about her in Chains, Carcanets, and precious Stones, a Million of Gold, and her Father who had despoiled all the Roman Provinces to cloth this only daughter, drink afterwards Poison, overwhelmed in the Despair of his own affairs? Is not the Chamlet coat of the greatest of all our Kings, of power to confound all Courtiers of both Sexes, who having nothing worthy of Praise in them, would dignify themselves with Apparel, showing they have like a Peacock a little Head, little Brain, Beautiful Feathers, and a long Tail?
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Its doubtlesse a great shame, and gives occasion to our Adversaries to cast Reproach upon Religion, when so much Pride, Vanity and Fantasticalnesse shall be seen in a Land professing true Christianity, in a City honour'd above all the Cities under the Cope of Heaven, with the pure and powerful preaching of the Gospel. When the Maid shall vye with her Mistresse, and the Children shall be drest like Puppets, and the Church shall become a Shop of Vanities, is it not time for God to remove his Golden Candlestick, may he not justly for the punishment of our Pride, deprive us of his Gospel?
Its doubtless a great shame, and gives occasion to our Adversaries to cast Reproach upon Religion, when so much Pride, Vanity and Fantasticalness shall be seen in a Land professing true Christianity, in a city honoured above all the Cities under the Cope of Heaven, with the pure and powerful preaching of the Gospel. When the Maid shall vie with her Mistress, and the Children shall be dressed like Puppets, and the Church shall become a Shop of Vanities, is it not time for God to remove his Golden Candlestick, may he not justly for the punishment of our Pride, deprive us of his Gospel?
Is it not a shame, and should it not be a grief of heart to all those that truely fear God, to behold such Idols of Vanitie set up in the Congregations of Christians? Rich Apparel, and conceit of her own Beauty, is the Proud womans Devotion. Hence she comes into the Church, as upon a Stage, not to seek God, but to shew her self.
Is it not a shame, and should it not be a grief of heart to all those that truly Fear God, to behold such Idols of Vanity Set up in the Congregations of Christians? Rich Apparel, and conceit of her own Beauty, is the Proud woman's Devotion. Hence she comes into the Church, as upon a Stage, not to seek God, but to show her self.
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There she feeds her Eyes, but not her Eares; and while she sacrifices to her pride, draws others to sacrifice to their Lusts, who commit Adultery with her, in the open Congregation.
There she feeds her Eyes, but not her Ears; and while she Sacrifices to her pride, draws Others to sacrifice to their Lustiest, who commit Adultery with her, in the open Congregation.
Thus she is her own Idol, and the wanton's Stews, set up in Gods Temple. She brings her self thither as a Feast for wanton Eyes, not considering that she shall be shortly brought thither as a Feast for Wormes.
Thus she is her own Idol, and the wanton's Stews, Set up in God's Temple. She brings her self thither as a Feast for wanton Eyes, not considering that she shall be shortly brought thither as a Feast for Worms.
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when many shall yearly sacrifice hundreds and thousands to their Pride in Apparel? shall Gallants flaunt it in the streets in their silk• and Sattin, in Silver and Gold, while poore Families of Christians are ready to perish for want of necessary relief? May not the Lord Jesus justly draw back his golden Scepter, and unsheath his glittering sword, and cut off the Proud that will not pity his Poor, nor abate one Inch of their foolish vanities, to raise Relief for such distressed Christians.
when many shall yearly sacrifice hundreds and thousands to their Pride in Apparel? shall Gallants flaunt it in the streets in their silk• and Satin, in Silver and Gold, while poor Families of Christians Are ready to perish for want of necessary relief? May not the Lord jesus justly draw back his golden Sceptre, and unsheath his glittering sword, and Cut off the Proud that will not pity his Poor, nor abate one Inch of their foolish vanities, to raise Relief for such distressed Christians.
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Is it not time for the Christian Magistrate By the force of some good Law, to give a check to this luxuriant Vanity, lest it should at length strengthen it self to an unbridled Excess, not only to prevent the Ruine of many Families, but also the Judgement of God upon the whole Land? If this redresse be too long neglected, may not the Dis•a e become incurable.
Is it not time for the Christian Magistrate By the force of Some good Law, to give a check to this luxuriant Vanity, lest it should At length strengthen it self to an unbridled Excess, not only to prevent the Ruin of many Families, but also the Judgement of God upon the Whole Land? If this redress be too long neglected, may not the Dis•a e become incurable.
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At the end of the second Carthaginian Warre, and upon the victory obtain'd against Philip, King of Macedon, Luxury began to lift up its head in Rome, and to outbrave opposition by its daring Insolence. For (as Valerius reports) the Women assembled themselves in an audacious Ryot, beset the house of the Bruti, because they understood they were resolv'd to stand up for the Oppian Law; which the women desired to be abrogated.
At the end of the second Carthaginian War, and upon the victory obtained against Philip, King of Macedon, Luxury began to lift up its head in Room, and to outbrave opposition by its daring Insolence. For (as Valerius reports) the Women assembled themselves in an audacious Riot, beset the house of the Bruti, Because they understood they were resolved to stand up for the Oppian Law; which the women desired to be abrogated.
For by this Law they were not sufferd to wear any cloaths of Divers Colours, not to exceed half an Ounce in any Adornments of Gold, nor to use any Coach or Chariot within a Mile of the City,
For by this Law they were not suffered to wear any clothes of Diverse Colours, not to exceed half an Ounce in any Adornments of Gold, nor to use any Coach or Chariot within a Mile of the city,
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unlesse to carry them to the Sacrifices upon the Solemn Dayes of Divine Service. And so farre did they prevaile by this insolent carriage, that the Law, which without Interruption had continued in Force full twenty years, was hereupon presently abolish't.
unless to carry them to the Sacrifices upon the Solemn Days of Divine Service. And so Far did they prevail by this insolent carriage, that the Law, which without Interruption had continued in Force full twenty Years, was hereupon presently abolished.
For (sayes he, adding the reason of this Concession) the men of that Age could not foresee to what Vanitie of Fashions that liberty granted to the obstinate D•sires of so unw•nted a concourse, would by them be abus'd,
For (Says he, adding the reason of this Concession) the men of that Age could not foresee to what Vanity of Fashions that liberty granted to the obstinate D•sires of so unw•nted a concourse, would by them be abused,
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But could they but have seen the vanity and Fantasticalness of Womens Mindes, whose Fancies are continually at work for the Invention of new Fashions, every day exceeding another in costlinesse and curiosity, they would certainly have oppos'd such a luxuriant Vanity at its first entrance,
But could they but have seen the vanity and Fantasticalness of Women's Minds, whose Fancies Are continually At work for the Invention of new Fashions, every day exceeding Another in costliness and curiosity, they would Certainly have opposed such a luxuriant Vanity At its First Entrance,
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But now is it not a farre greater sin and shame, for those that are called by the Gospel, to the Profession of true Religion and godlinesse, who ought thence forth not to walk as the other Gentiles walk, in the Vanity of their Minde, to exceed Heathens in this foolish vanity and affectation of novelty and change of Fashions in Apparel and Ornaments? And yet how difficult a thing is it, Ladies, more Honourable if you were but more humble, to reclaime you, by the sharpest Reproofs, the most serious Admonitions, from these co••ly vanities? Will you hear a Pagan Philosopher teaching a Lesson of modesty to women, with greater successe (I speak it to your shame) then the Preachers of the Gospel dothe same Doctrine amongst Christians.
But now is it not a Far greater sin and shame, for those that Are called by the Gospel, to the Profession of true Religion and godliness, who ought thence forth not to walk as the other Gentiles walk, in the Vanity of their Mind, to exceed heathens in this foolish vanity and affectation of novelty and change of Fashions in Apparel and Ornament? And yet how difficult a thing is it, Ladies, more Honourable if you were but more humble, to reclaim you, by the Sharpest Reproofs, the most serious Admonitions, from these co••ly vanities? Will you hear a Pagan Philosopher teaching a lesson of modesty to women, with greater success (I speak it to your shame) then the Preachers of the Gospel doth same Doctrine among Christians.
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Pythagoras, instructing the Crotonians to the exercise of Vertue (in the Dayes of Dionysius the Sicilian Tyrant) did principally presse upon them all, Frugality; holding forth that the true O•naments of Honourable Women, were not those of cloathing, but that of chastity; and so far prevail'd he by his daily discourses, that the honourable women laid aside their Gold-embroyder'd Garments,
Pythagoras, instructing the Crotonians to the exercise of Virtue (in the Days of Dionysius the Sicilian Tyrant) did principally press upon them all, Frugality; holding forth that the true O•naments of Honourable Women, were not those of clothing, but that of chastity; and so Far prevailed he by his daily discourses, that the honourable women laid aside their Gold-embroydered Garments,
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But (alas!) it is to be feared the Sword must be drawn for the letting out of Englands proud Blood, before ever the Land will be h•aled of this distemper.
But (alas!) it is to be feared the Sword must be drawn for the letting out of Englands proud Blood, before ever the Land will be h•aled of this distemper.
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as is their costly cloathing and infinity of Fashions. Yea, as if the letting open the Doors and Windows of the shops were not enough to proclaim their Immode••ies, and call in Customers to drink of their stollen waters, how do they shamefully hang forth their signes, as it were, on painted Posts, their Love-spots (or rather Lust-spots ) on their painted whorish Faces!
as is their costly clothing and infinity of Fashions. Yea, as if the letting open the Doors and Windows of the shops were not enough to proclaim their Immode••ies, and call in Customers to drink of their stolen waters, how do they shamefully hang forth their Signs, as it were, on painted Posts, their Love-spots (or rather Lust-spots) on their painted whorish Faces!
How are many arriv'd at such an intolerable height of impudency, that they are not asham'd to proclaime their Immodesties by setting as many Spots in their Faces, as they have received Blots to their Honour, till their Faces are almost cover'd with these Badges of their Infamy! O degenerate Gentry! O ignoble Nobility! How foolish are you become in these fantastical Fashions! How weak,
How Are many arrived At such an intolerable height of impudence, that they Are not ashamed to proclaim their Immodesties by setting as many Spots in their Faces, as they have received Blots to their Honour, till their Faces Are almost covered with these Badges of their Infamy! Oh degenerate Gentry! Oh ignoble Nobilt! How foolish Are you become in these fantastical Fashions! How weak,
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how wicked are you to pride your selves in such ridiculous Vanities, and to account these signes of your baseness, •o be Badges of your Honour! Are you so stupid and senslesse as not to observe that •od hath been tumbling down the greatnesse of the world, staining the Pride of •an,
how wicked Are you to pride your selves in such ridiculous Vanities, and to account these Signs of your baseness, •o be Badges of your Honour! are you so stupid and senseless as not to observe that •od hath been tumbling down the greatness of the world, staining the Pride of •an,
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and plunge your selves into everlasting miseries? Surely these Badges of your Pride, are but the Presages of your Punishment. Tertullian calls painted women the Dev•ls Chamber-maids or Waiting-women. But then surely those who prostitute their painted Beauties to these wanton Blacks are the chiefest Ladies in the Kingdome of Lucifer. And his Pride, you know, cost him a flaming fall; 'twas the fore-runner of his Destruction. What then shall become of those of his Houshold? Surely these painted, plaister'd, spotted Vanities, will end their dayes in Vexation. How justly may God punish their shamel sse Pride (as he hath do•e many) with shameful Poverty on earth,
and plunge your selves into everlasting misery's? Surely these Badges of your Pride, Are but the Presages of your Punishment. Tertullian calls painted women the Dev•ls Chambermaids or Waiting-women. But then surely those who prostitute their painted Beauty's to these wanton Blacks Are the chiefest Ladies in the Kingdom of Lucifer. And his Pride, you know, cost him a flaming fallen; 'twas the forerunner of his Destruction. What then shall become of those of his Household? Surely these painted, plastered, spotted Vanities, will end their days in Vexation. How justly may God Punish their shamel sse Pride (as he hath do•e many) with shameful Poverty on earth,
Surely these Luxuriancies in lustful Vanities provoke God to plague the Land with dreadful Judgements, and so speak these dayes wherein they abound to be perillous Times.
Surely these luxuriancies in lustful Vanities provoke God to plague the Land with dreadful Judgments, and so speak these days wherein they abound to be perilous Times.
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Surely where these seven Abominations are found, especially where they are predominant, they presage sore Plagues, fore-run heavy Judgements on such a place or People.
Surely where these seven Abominations Are found, especially where they Are predominant, they presage soar Plagues, forerun heavy Judgments on such a place or People.
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For, shall not the Lord visit for these things, and shall not his soul be aveng'd on such a People as this, that provoke him to Anger with so many fearfull Abominations? Surely God may justly poure out all the seven Vials of his flaming wrath upon such a sinful Nation. These •ins therefore must needs be sad Symptomes of Perillous Times.
For, shall not the Lord visit for these things, and shall not his soul be avenged on such a People as this, that provoke him to Anger with so many fearful Abominations? Surely God may justly pour out all the seven Vials of his flaming wrath upon such a sinful nation. These •ins Therefore must needs be sad Symptoms of Perilous Times.
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Come we now to consider in what Cases these sinnes are thus Symptomaticall. The second Enquiry. In what Cases the foremention'd Sins are Symptomes of Perillous Times.
Come we now to Consider in what Cases these Sins Are thus Symptomatical. The second Enquiry. In what Cases the forementioned Sins Are Symptoms of Perilous Times.
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ADAM in Innocency liv'd in EDEN, a Place prepar'd by God himselfe, to be the Mother of Plenty, the Nurse of Pleasure, and Queen Regent of Divine Delight. Happy man, had he not by the Losse of his Innocence (the Palladium of Paradise ) lost his Happinesse! Yea, the World was an Universal Paradise (whereof Eden was the Eye, the Beauty of its Beautie•) till sin committed a Rape upon its Virgin Purity, and cast a defilement upon its Primitive Glory. Then did its flowring Beauties fade in its Face, and stinging M•series sprang up apace in its Bosome. Thus did the world, once a Garden of Delights, become a Wildernesse of •hornes; before a Palace Royal of pure unmixed Pleasures, now a bloody Stage of sufferings and sorrows. Thus is sinne the procuring cause of all Miseries, and so the too certain Prognostick of Perill•us Times. Was it not for s nne, how should England be as Eden, the Garden of God, crown'd with the smiles of Heaven,
ADAM in Innocency lived in EDEN, a Place prepared by God himself, to be the Mother of Plenty, the Nurse of Pleasure, and Queen Regent of Divine Delight. Happy man, had he not by the Loss of his Innocence (the Palladium of Paradise) lost his Happiness! Yea, the World was an Universal Paradise (whereof Eden was the Eye, the Beauty of its Beautie•) till sin committed a Rape upon its Virgae Purity, and cast a defilement upon its Primitive Glory. Then did its flowering Beauty's fade in its Face, and stinging M•series sprang up apace in its Bosom. Thus did the world, once a Garden of Delights, become a Wilderness of •hornes; before a Palace Royal of pure unmixed Pleasures, now a bloody Stage of sufferings and sorrows. Thus is sin the procuring cause of all Misery's, and so the too certain Prognostic of Perill•us Times. Was it not for s nne, how should England be as Eden, the Garden of God, crowned with the smiles of Heaven,
and so admir'd by all its Sister Islands, its Neighbour Nations for Beauty, Riches, and Renown. But sin it is which spreads a black cloud upon it's Glories, which threatens the Thunder of some dreadful Judgements. The sinnes of England are many,
and so admired by all its Sister Islands, its Neighbour nations for Beauty, Riches, and Renown. But sin it is which spreads a black cloud upon it's Glories, which threatens the Thunder of Some dreadful Judgments. The Sins of England Are many,
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The sins of men are wont to draw downe the Judgements of God, and so they are the Symptomes of Perillous Times to the People of God, especially in such Cases as these that follow.
The Sins of men Are wont to draw down the Judgments of God, and so they Are the Symptoms of Perilous Times to the People of God, especially in such Cases as these that follow.
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When Lying, Swearing, Sabbath-breaking, Stealing, Cheating, Deceiving, Cruelty, Oppression, Drunkennesse, Adultery, and all manner of Uncleannesse does abound, the Dayes are evil and full of Danger.
When Lying, Swearing, Sabbath-breaking, Stealing, Cheating, Deceiving, Cruelty, Oppression, drunkenness, Adultery, and all manner of Uncleanness does abound, the Days Are evil and full of Danger.
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Thus did sinne abound in the Old World before God destroy'd all Flesh with the Flood. For its said , The Earth was corrupt before Go•, and the Earth was filled with Violence. And God looked upon the earth, and behold it was corrupt;
Thus did sin abound in the Old World before God destroyed all Flesh with the Flood. For its said, The Earth was corrupt before Go•, and the Earth was filled with Violence. And God looked upon the earth, and behold it was corrupt;
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And God said unto Noah, The end of all flesh is come before me, for the Earth is filled with Violence through them; and behold I will destroy them with the Earth.
And God said unto Noah, The end of all Flesh is come before me, for the Earth is filled with Violence through them; and behold I will destroy them with the Earth.
The Scriptures do abound with comminations of Judgement against that People, that Land, wherein such Abominations do abound. Take notice of some of them,
The Scriptures do abound with comminations of Judgement against that People, that Land, wherein such Abominations do abound. Take notice of Some of them,
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because there is no Truth, nor Mercy, nor Knowledg of God in the Land. By Swearing, and Lying, and Killing, and Stealing, and committing Adultery, they break out, and Blood toucheth Blood.
Because there is no Truth, nor Mercy, nor Knowledge of God in the Land. By Swearing, and Lying, and Killing, and Stealing, and committing Adultery, they break out, and Blood touches Blood.
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Thus the Commonnesse of sinne is the Ground of Gods entring a Controversie against a Land. Thus the Land of Israel was become a sink of sinne, before God empty'd out upon it his Vials of Wrath. And so does our English Prophet Gildas shew us how England was overspread with sins, Adultery, Drunkennesse, Oppression, &c. before it was overwhelm'd with Judgements.
Thus the Commonness of sin is the Ground of God's entering a Controversy against a Land. Thus the Land of Israel was become a sink of sin, before God emptied out upon it his Vials of Wrath. And so does our English Prophet Gildas show us how England was overspread with Sins, Adultery, drunkenness, Oppression, etc. before it was overwhelmed with Judgments.
When men flie far from God in the commission of all sorts of sinnes, then does God come near to them in the Execution of his sorest Judgements. Such was the carriage of the Rebellious Jews towards God,
When men fly Far from God in the commission of all sorts of Sins, then does God come near to them in the Execution of his Sorest Judgments. Such was the carriage of the Rebellious jews towards God,
and thus did the Righteous God deale with his People the Jews. I will come near to you (sayes the LORD to them ) to Judgement, and I will be a swift witnesse against the Sorcerers, and against the Adulterers, and against false Swearers, and against those that oppresse the Hireling in his Wages, the Widow and the Fatherlesse,
and thus did the Righteous God deal with his People the jews. I will come near to you (Says the LORD to them) to Judgement, and I will be a swift witness against the Sorcerers, and against the Adulterers, and against false Swearers, and against those that oppress the Hireling in his Wages, the Widow and the Fatherless,
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Its sin thus abounding, which changes the Countenance and Constitution of the Times, whence of sound and good, they become distemper'd and evil. Hence is it that the smiling Face of Time is alter'd and beholds us with a languishing Look. Hence it is that the most fruitful Seasons are punisht with a barren womb. Hence it is that the most joyful Dayes, which almost continually appear'd in Festival Garments, come forth drooping in a mourning Dress, hanging down the Head both for shame and sorrow. Much to this purpose does the Father speak,
Its since thus abounding, which changes the Countenance and Constitution of the Times, whence of found and good, they become distempered and evil. Hence is it that the smiling Face of Time is altered and beholds us with a languishing Look. Hence it is that the most fruitful Seasons Are punished with a barren womb. Hence it is that the most joyful Days, which almost continually appeared in Festival Garments, come forth drooping in a mourning Dress, hanging down the Head both for shame and sorrow. Much to this purpose does the Father speak,
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Behold (sayes he) how our abounding sinnes, our multiply'd Abominations, have chang'd the Temper of the Times striping them naked (as it were) of their proper natures,
Behold (Says he) how our abounding Sins, our multiplied Abominations, have changed the Temper of the Times striping them naked (as it were) of their proper nature's,
'Tis indeed nothing but sin that furrowes the beautiful Face of Time with the frownes and wrinkles of affliction and sorrow. 'Tis sinne which often alters the Seasons, changing Summer into Winter, Calms into storms, the Summer of Peace, Plenty, Prosperity, into the Winter of Affliction, Scarcity and Warre.
It's indeed nothing but sin that furrows the beautiful Face of Time with the frowns and wrinkles of affliction and sorrow. It's sin which often alters the Seasons, changing Summer into Winter, Calms into storms, the Summer of Peace, Plenty, Prosperity, into the Winter of Affliction, Scarcity and War.
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When sinne thus casts its Spawne into the Waters of Time, it produces a numerous off-spring of sufferings and sorrows, Miseries and Calamities to the Children of men.
When sin thus Cast its Spawn into the Waters of Time, it produces a numerous offspring of sufferings and sorrows, Misery's and Calamities to the Children of men.
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Thus not onely were the Common People of Israel Ignorant, and Profane, but their Princes were rebellious and companions of Thieves, and then the LORD comes forth to execute Judgement on his Adversaries,
Thus not only were the Common People of Israel Ignorant, and Profane, but their Princes were rebellious and Sodales of Thieves, and then the LORD comes forth to execute Judgement on his Adversaries,
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The Prophet Jeremy knowing that unlesse the righteous stand in the Gap, the Judgements of God would soon break out upon a Rebellious People, having in the Name of the Lord, call'd upon others to run to and fro to seek such out, he himself runs from one sort of men to another to find them,
The Prophet Jeremiah knowing that unless the righteous stand in the Gap, the Judgments of God would soon break out upon a Rebellious People, having in the Name of the Lord, called upon Others to run to and from to seek such out, he himself runs from one sort of men to Another to find them,
but when he finds none, he denounces the Judgements of God against a people so Generally corrupt and wicked. Behold herein the justice and goodnesse of God, with the complaint and carriage of the Prophet. For sayes the Lord ,
but when he finds none, he denounces the Judgments of God against a people so Generally corrupt and wicked. Behold herein the Justice and Goodness of God, with the complaint and carriage of the Prophet. For Says the Lord,
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So likewise does the Lord by the Prophet Ezekiel complaine of the Corruption of the Priests, Princes, Prophets, and People of Judah and Jerusalem, for which he severely punisht them in the fiercenesse of his Wrath and fiery Indignation.
So likewise does the Lord by the Prophet Ezekielem complain of the Corruption of the Priests, Princes, prophets, and People of Judah and Jerusalem, for which he severely punished them in the fierceness of his Wrath and fiery Indignation.
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Her Priests have violated my Law, and have profaned my holy Things: they have put no difference between the Holy and Profane, neither have they shew'd difference between the uncleane and the cleane,
Her Priests have violated my Law, and have profaned my holy Things: they have put no difference between the Holy and Profane, neither have they showed difference between the unclean and the clean,
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Her Princes in the midst thereof are like Wolves ravening the prey, to shed Blood, and to destroy soules, to get dishonest Gain. And her Prophets have daubed them with untemper'd Mortar, seeing Vanity, and Divining Lies unto them, saying,
Her Princes in the midst thereof Are like Wolves ravening the prey, to shed Blood, and to destroy Souls, to get dishonest Gain. And her prophets have daubed them with untempered Mortar, seeing Vanity, and Divining Lies unto them, saying,
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The People of the Land have used Oppression, and exercised Robbery, and have vexed the Poore and Needy: yea, they have oppressed the Stranger wrongfully.
The People of the Land have used Oppression, and exercised Robbery, and have vexed the Poor and Needy: yea, they have oppressed the Stranger wrongfully.
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And I sought for a man among them that should make up the Hedge, and stand in the Gap before me for the Land that I should not destroy it: but I found none.
And I sought for a man among them that should make up the Hedge, and stand in the Gap before me for the Land that I should not destroy it: but I found none.
Therefore have I poured out mine Indignation upon them, I have consumed them with the Fire of my Wrath; their own way have I recompenced upon their heads, saith the Lord GOD.
Therefore have I poured out mine Indignation upon them, I have consumed them with the Fire of my Wrath; their own Way have I recompensed upon their Heads, Says the Lord GOD.
If some Branches of the great Tree of a Kingdom or Nation be barren, or bear evil Fruit, God may in mercy prune it, with some smaller Judgements, to make it the more fruitful;
If Some Branches of the great Tree of a Kingdom or nation be barren, or bear evil Fruit, God may in mercy prune it, with Some smaller Judgments, to make it the more fruitful;
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Such was the state of the People of Israel, before their utter Destruction. Moreover ( saith the Lord to the Prophet Jeremy ) thou shalt say unto them,
Such was the state of the People of Israel, before their utter Destruction. Moreover (Says the Lord to the Prophet Jeremiah) thou shalt say unto them,
Why then is this People of Jerusalem slidden back, by a perpetual Back-sliding? [ Or, why is this People of Jerusalem, this my People, become refractory and Rebellious, and have turned away from me with such a stubborn and obstinate, impudent and pertinacious Aversion, so stout and stiff-necked a Rebellion? ] They hold fast deceit, they refuse to return.
Why then is this People of Jerusalem slidden back, by a perpetual Backsliding? [ Or, why is this People of Jerusalem, this my People, become refractory and Rebellious, and have turned away from me with such a stubborn and obstinate, impudent and pertinacious Aversion, so stout and Stiffnecked a Rebellion? ] They hold fast deceit, they refuse to return.
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And further, saith the LORD , Were they ashamed when they had committed Abomination? Nay, they were not at all ashamed, neither could they blush. And what follows? Therefore shall they fall among them that fall, in the Time of their Visitation they shall be cast down, saith the LORD.
And further, Says the LORD, Were they ashamed when they had committed Abomination? Nay, they were not At all ashamed, neither could they blush. And what follows? Therefore shall they fallen among them that fallen, in the Time of their Visitation they shall be cast down, Says the LORD.
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Thus when men will not forbear sinning, God will not spare them in punishing; when they will not be reclaim'd from their Wickednesse, they shall be consum'd by his just Judgements.
Thus when men will not forbear sinning, God will not spare them in punishing; when they will not be reclaimed from their Wickedness, they shall be consumed by his just Judgments.
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and seriously to engage in the service of God, then Punishment is at hand, and the sword of the Lord is ready drawn to cut off such an obstinate and rebellious people.
and seriously to engage in the service of God, then Punishment is At hand, and the sword of the Lord is ready drawn to Cut off such an obstinate and rebellious people.
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Thus its said , The LORD testified against Israel, and against Judah, by all the Prophets, and by all the Seers, saying, Turne ye from your evil wayes,
Thus its said, The LORD testified against Israel, and against Judah, by all the prophets, and by all the Seers, saying, Turn you from your evil ways,
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and they followed vanity, and became vain, and went after the Heathen that were round about them, concerning whom the LORD had charged them, that they should not do like them.
and they followed vanity, and became vain, and went After the Heathen that were round about them, Concerning whom the LORD had charged them, that they should not do like them.
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And they caused their Sons and their Daughters to pass thorough the Fire, and used Divination and Enchantments, and sold themselves to do evil in the sight of the LORD, to provoke him to Anger.
And they caused their Sons and their Daughters to pass through the Fire, and used Divination and Enchantments, and sold themselves to do evil in the sighed of the LORD, to provoke him to Anger.
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Therefore the LORD was very angry with Israel, and removed th•m out of his sight, there was none left but the Tribe of Judah onely. Also Judah kept not the Commmandments of the LORD their God, but walked in the Statutes of Israel which they made. And the LORD rejected all the seed of Israel, and afflicted them, and delivered them into the hand of spoilers,
Therefore the LORD was very angry with Israel, and removed th•m out of his sighed, there was none left but the Tribe of Judah only. Also Judah kept not the commandments of the LORD their God, but walked in the Statutes of Israel which they made. And the LORD rejected all the seed of Israel, and afflicted them, and Delivered them into the hand of spoilers,
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Thus the multipli'd Abominations of a pertinaciously wicked People, provokes the Lord to an utter extirpation of them out of the Land. Justly may the Lord give their Land to Strangers, who are continually provoking the eyes of his glory by their sins.
Thus the multiplied Abominations of a pertinaciously wicked People, provokes the Lord to an utter extirpation of them out of the Land. Justly may the Lord give their Land to Strangers, who Are continually provoking the eyes of his glory by their Sins.
For, sayes the LORD by the Prophet , Can the Ethiopian change his skinne, or the Leopard his spots? then may ye also do good, that are accustomed to do evil. Therefore will I scatter them as the stubble that passeth away by the winde of the Wildernesse.
For, Says the LORD by the Prophet, Can the Ethiopian change his skin, or the Leopard his spots? then may you also do good, that Are accustomed to do evil. Therefore will I scatter them as the stubble that passes away by the wind of the Wilderness.
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If then multitudes of People shall be thus obstinate in their evil wayes, is it not enough to bring down the most dreadful judgements of God upon the whole Nation?
If then Multitudes of People shall be thus obstinate in their evil ways, is it not enough to bring down the most dreadful Judgments of God upon the Whole nation?
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So the Prophet Hosea, having reproved the People of Israel for their multipli'd Abominations, does thus represent their Refractorinesse, and prophecy their Ruine; yet (saith he ) let no man strive or reprove another: [ q. d.
So the Prophet Hosea, having reproved the People of Israel for their multiplied Abominations, does thus represent their Refractoriness, and prophecy their Ruin; yet (Says he) let no man strive or reprove Another: [ q. worser.
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let not men contend with them any longer with the Words of Reproof, for God himself is now coming to plead his Cause against them with the Sword of Justice: ] For this People are as they that strive with the Priest.
let not men contend with them any longer with the Words of Reproof, for God himself is now coming to plead his Cause against them with the Sword of justice: ] For this People Are as they that strive with the Priest.
And when Impudency is joyn'd with obstinacy, it aggravates the sin, and more strongly sollicits the Justice of God to the speedy execution of Judgement upon such sinners.
And when Impudence is joined with obstinacy, it aggravates the since, and more strongly solicits the justice of God to the speedy execution of Judgement upon such Sinners.
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this hath been thy manner from thy youth, that thou obeyest not my Voice. The Winde shall eat up all thy Pastours, and thy Lovers shall go into Captivity;
this hath been thy manner from thy youth, that thou obeyest not my Voice. The Wind shall eat up all thy Pastors, and thy Lovers shall go into Captivity;
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and the impious Politician in the successfulnesse of his wicked Designes. But we know that the Judgement of God is just against those that do such things;
and the impious Politician in the successfulnesse of his wicked Designs. But we know that the Judgement of God is just against those that do such things;
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VVHen there is little or no Care taken for the Punishment of such prevailing Impieties, by those that are intrusted with Authority and Power for this Purpose, they must needs be evil and perillous Times.
When there is little or no Care taken for the Punishment of such prevailing Impieties, by those that Are Entrusted with authority and Power for this Purpose, they must needs be evil and perilous Times.
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When the Magistrate, who is by his Office, the Minister of God, a Revenger to execute wrath upon him that doth evil, shall bear the Sword in vaine, and not draw it out for the execution of Judgement, in the Punishment of sin and vice.
When the Magistrate, who is by his Office, the Minister of God, a Revenger to execute wrath upon him that does evil, shall bear the Sword in vain, and not draw it out for the execution of Judgement, in the Punishment of since and vice.
When the sins of Israel were multipli'd, how oft doth God complain of the Defect of Justice in the Execution of Judgement! how oft is this mention'd in that one Charge which is drawn up by the Prophet Isaiah against them !
When the Sins of Israel were multiplied, how oft does God complain of the Defect of justice in the Execution of Judgement! how oft is this mentioned in that one Charge which is drawn up by the Prophet Isaiah against them!
So also the Prophet Jeremy declares, that it was because there was not any man that did execute Judgement , that the wrath of God was kindled against the wicked Jewes, to their utter destruction.
So also the Prophet Jeremiah declares, that it was Because there was not any man that did execute Judgement, that the wrath of God was kindled against the wicked Jews, to their utter destruction.
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and the Plague brake in upon them, insomuch as there died, in one Day, three and twenty thousand , Phineas stood up, and executed judgement (in slaying Zimri, and Cozbi, in the very act of uncleannesse) and so the Plague was stay'd.
and the Plague brake in upon them, insomuch as there died, in one Day, three and twenty thousand, Phinehas stood up, and executed judgement (in slaying Zimri, and Cozbi, in the very act of uncleanness) and so the Plague was stayed.
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O House of David, Thus saith the LORD, Execute Judgement in the morning, [ which was the Time of the Convention of their judiciall Assemblies; when also the People were wont to repaire for Justice to the Places of Judicature :
O House of David, Thus Says the LORD, Execute Judgement in the morning, [ which was the Time of the Convention of their judicial Assemblies; when also the People were wont to repair for justice to the Places of Judicature:
Certainly when all manner of sinne and wickednesse abounds, and yet Law, Justice, and Judgement is not executed in a Land, its a sad Symptome of some sore approaching Judgement, if not of the utter Destruction of that Nation.
Certainly when all manner of sin and wickedness abounds, and yet Law, justice, and Judgement is not executed in a Land, its a sad symptom of Some soar approaching Judgement, if not of the utter Destruction of that nation.
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So the Prophet Habbakkuk complaines, the Law is slacked, and Judgement doth never go forth; whereupon follows a terrible commination of a dreadful Judgement, whereof the cruel Chaldeans should be the bloody Executioners, to whom the Kings and Princes of Judah should become miserable Captives .
So the Prophet Habakkuk complains, the Law is slacked, and Judgement does never go forth; whereupon follows a terrible commination of a dreadful Judgement, whereof the cruel Chaldeans should be the bloody Executioners, to whom the Kings and Princes of Judah should become miserable Captives.
Now when Iniquity thus abounds, and Judgement is not executed, in the punishment of those Persons that are found guilty of such Enormities, this makes these sinnes to become National sinnes, which provoke the Lord to scourge the whole Land with National judgements, as the Plague, Famine,
Now when Iniquity thus abounds, and Judgement is not executed, in the punishment of those Persons that Are found guilty of such Enormities, this makes these Sins to become National Sins, which provoke the Lord to scourge the Whole Land with National Judgments, as the Plague, Famine,
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That Nation is sure ripe for destruction, when such bitter and cursed fruits grow upon the top-most Branches of the tallest Trees in the Land. So likewise when those that should punish sinne in others, are themselves guilty of those sins which do deserve the sharpest Punishment.
That nation is sure ripe for destruction, when such bitter and cursed fruits grow upon the topmost Branches of the Tallest Trees in the Land. So likewise when those that should Punish sin in Others, Are themselves guilty of those Sins which do deserve the Sharpest Punishment.
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When those that are intrusted with power for the execution of Justice upon Swearers, Drunkards, Adulterers, Sabbath-breakers, and such like are themselves guilty of these fearful sins, and God-provoking Abominations.
When those that Are Entrusted with power for the execution of justice upon Swearers, Drunkards, Adulterers, Sabbath breakers, and such like Are themselves guilty of these fearful Sins, and God-provoking Abominations.
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This speaks the state of such a People to be desperate, the disease of such a Nation to be deadly. When there is Poison in the Plaister, and the Physician himself hath the Plague upon him, what hope of cure can there be for the Patient. If those that should be the Healers of the Nation, do wound it by their transgressions, what can be expected but a sudden and inevitable Destruction? Certainly corrupt Magistrates, and Ministers of Justice, are the Lands sharpest Scourges, and the chief procurers of its sorest Judgements. The fifth Case. Incorrigiblenesse and NONLATINALPHABET .
This speaks the state of such a People to be desperate, the disease of such a nation to be deadly. When there is Poison in the Plaster, and the physician himself hath the Plague upon him, what hope of cure can there be for the Patient. If those that should be the Healers of the nation, do wound it by their transgressions, what can be expected but a sudden and inevitable Destruction? Certainly corrupt Magistrates, and Ministers of justice, Are the Lands Sharpest Scourges, and the chief Procurers of its Sorest Judgments. The fifth Case. Incorrigibleness and.
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VVHen men are not amended by Corrections, but grow worse and worse under all the Dispensations of Divine Providence, it's a sure and sad Symptome of perillous Times, a clear and undeniable evidence that the last dayes are come upon us,
When men Are not amended by Corrections, but grow Worse and Worse under all the Dispensations of Divine Providence, it's a sure and sad symptom of perilous Times, a clear and undeniable evidence that the last days Are come upon us,
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For the Apostle fore-warning us that in the last Dayes perillous Times shall come, tells us, that in those Dayes, Evil men and Seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived.
For the Apostle forewarning us that in the last Days perilous Times shall come, tells us, that in those Days, Evil men and Seducers shall wax Worse and Worse, deceiving, and being deceived.
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when men grow worse and worse under all the meanes of making them bett•r. When they are not reclaim'd by Judgements, reduc'd by benefits, reform'd by all the meanes of grace and Salvation.
when men grow Worse and Worse under all the means of making them bett•r. When they Are not reclaimed by Judgments, reduced by benefits, reformed by all the means of grace and Salvation.
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Surely Incorrigiblenesse under judgements, and customary continuance in Sin, and a continual progresse in impiety from one degree to another, notwithstanding all the meanes and mercies vouchsaft for their amendment, is a Fore-runner of their inevitable ruine. If the Tree be prun'd, and digg'd about,
Surely Incorrigibleness under Judgments, and customary Continuance in since, and a continual progress in impiety from one degree to Another, notwithstanding all the means and Mercies vouchsafed for their amendment, is a Forerunner of their inevitable ruin. If the Tree be pruned, and dug about,
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If when the Lord might justly expect good Grapes from his Vineyard, it bring forth nothing but wilde Grapes, and these every Vintage worse and worse, its just with him to pluck up the Fence thereof, and lay it wast .
If when the Lord might justly expect good Grapes from his Vineyard, it bring forth nothing but wild Grapes, and these every Vintage Worse and Worse, its just with him to pluck up the Fence thereof, and lay it wast.
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but if they will not be reclaim'd by that, with his Rod he chastises them for sin, he exercises them with several Afflictions; if they will not hereby be amended, he is ready with the Sword of his Justice to cut them off, in the execution of his Judgements. So by the neglect and non-improvement of the two former, a sinning People come to experiment the severity of the last and sorest of these dispensations.
but if they will not be reclaimed by that, with his Rod he chastises them for since, he exercises them with several Afflictions; if they will not hereby be amended, he is ready with the Sword of his justice to Cut them off, in the execution of his Judgments. So by the neglect and Non-improvement of the two former, a sinning People come to experiment the severity of the last and Sorest of these dispensations.
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When men do commonly cast contempt upon the Word and Ordinances of God, and are generally unprofitable under the meanes of grace, its just with God to give them up to Blindnesse of Minde, and hardnesse of Heart, and then according to the ordinary Methods of his Justice, to second these Spiritual Judgements with a Temporal Destruction, and so for the Ʋnprofitablenesse of the People, to lay the Land desolate.
When men do commonly cast contempt upon the Word and Ordinances of God, and Are generally unprofitable under the means of grace, its just with God to give them up to Blindness of Mind, and hardness of Heart, and then according to the ordinary Methods of his justice, to second these Spiritual Judgments with a Temporal Destruction, and so for the Ʋnprofitablenesse of the People, to lay the Land desolate.
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Of this Import is that dreadful commission, which the Lord gave unto the Prophet Isaiah, concerning the People of Israel. Go (sayes He to him ) and tell this People, hear ye indeed, but understand not;
Of this Import is that dreadful commission, which the Lord gave unto the Prophet Isaiah, Concerning the People of Israel. Go (Says He to him) and tell this People, hear you indeed, but understand not;
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Then said I, Lord, how long? And he answered Untill the Cities be wasted without Inhabitant, and the Houses without man, and the Land be utterly desolate, and the LORD have removed men far away,
Then said I, Lord, how long? And he answered Until the Cities be wasted without Inhabitant, and the Houses without man, and the Land be utterly desolate, and the LORD have removed men Far away,
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Of the very same import is the Criminatory Complaint, and Prophetick Commination of the Prophet Jeremy against the men of Judah, and the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, in the Name of the Lord.
Of the very same import is the Criminatory Complaint, and Prophetic Commination of the Prophet Jeremiah against the men of Judah, and the Inhabitants of Jerusalem, in the Name of the Lord.
This thing commanded I them (saith the LORD concerning their Fathers, whom he had brought out of the Land of Egypt) saying, Obey my voice and I will be your God,
This thing commanded I them (Says the LORD Concerning their Father's, whom he had brought out of the Land of Egypt) saying, Obey my voice and I will be your God,
But they hearkened not, nor inclined their Eare, but walked in the Counsels, and in the Imagination [ or, stubbornnesse ] of their evil Heart, and went backward, and not forward.
But they harkened not, nor inclined their Ear, but walked in the Counsels, and in the Imagination [ or, stubbornness ] of their evil Heart, and went backward, and not forward.
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] Since the Day that your Fathers came forth out of the Land of Egypt unto this Day, I have even sent unto you all my servants the Prophets, daily rising up early, and sending them.
] Since the Day that your Father's Come forth out of the Land of Egypt unto this Day, I have even sent unto you all my Servants the prophets, daily rising up early, and sending them.
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Yet they hearkened not unto me, nor inclined their eare, but hardened their Neck; they did worse then their Fathers. Therefore thou shalt speake all these words unto them,
Yet they harkened not unto me, nor inclined their ear, but hardened their Neck; they did Worse then their Father's. Therefore thou shalt speak all these words unto them,
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Cut off thine Hair, O Jerusalem, and cast it away, and take up a Lamentation on high Places; for the LORD hath rejected and forsaken the Generation of his Wrath. And what follows? Then will I cause to cease from the Cities of Judah, and from the streets of Jerusalem, the Voice of Mirth, and the Voice of Gladnesse, the Voice of the Bride-groome,
cut off thine Hair, Oh Jerusalem, and cast it away, and take up a Lamentation on high Places; for the LORD hath rejected and forsaken the Generation of his Wrath. And what follows? Then will I cause to cease from the Cities of Judah, and from the streets of Jerusalem, the Voice of Mirth, and the Voice of Gladness, the Voice of the Bridegroom,
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But yet before the Lord proceeds to the utter Destruction of a People, he is wont to try them by lesser Judgements, lighter Afflictions, whether they will return to Him by Repentance or no.
But yet before the Lord proceeds to the utter Destruction of a People, he is wont to try them by lesser Judgments, lighter Afflictions, whither they will return to Him by Repentance or no.
These lesser Judgements are his Warning peeces, which he shoots off, to see whether they will make their Peace with him before he levels against them his Battering Ordnance, and discharges upon them his Murdering Cannons, his dreadfull destroying Judgements.
These lesser Judgments Are his Warning Pieces, which he shoots off, to see whither they will make their Peace with him before he levels against them his Battering Ordnance, and discharges upon them his Murdering Cannons, his dreadful destroying Judgments.
Lighter Afflictions therefore are to be improved for the Prevention of heavier Judgements. For, Corrections for sin are Instructions to Righteousness.
Lighter Afflictions Therefore Are to be improved for the Prevention of Heavier Judgments. For, Corrections for since Are Instructions to Righteousness.
But now when men are Incorrigible under Gods Corrections, these are but the Fore-runners of their utter Destruction. For this doth the Lord complain of his People, the Jews; In vain have I smitten your Children; they received no Correction.
But now when men Are Incorrigible under God's Corrections, these Are but the Forerunners of their utter Destruction. For this does the Lord complain of his People, the jews; In vain have I smitten your Children; they received no Correction.
The people (saith the Prophet Isaiah ) turneth not unto him that smiteth them, neither do they seek the LORD of Hosts: Therefore the LORD will cut off from Israel head and tail, branch and rush in one day.
The people (Says the Prophet Isaiah) turns not unto him that smites them, neither do they seek the LORD of Hosts: Therefore the LORD will Cut off from Israel head and tail, branch and rush in one day.
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For this Stubbornness and Incorrigibleness, notwithstanding Instruction by his Word, and Correction by his Rod, doth the LORD threaten one Judgement after another, against his People Israel, by the Hand of Moses. If ye walk in my Statutes (saith the Lord ) and keep my Commandments, and do them:
For this Stubbornness and Incorrigibleness, notwithstanding Instruction by his Word, and Correction by his Rod, does the LORD threaten one Judgement After Another, against his People Israel, by the Hand of Moses. If you walk in my Statutes (Says the Lord) and keep my commandments, and do them:
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then will I give you Rain in due Season, and the Land shall yield her encrease, and the Trees of the Field shall yield their Fruit. And I will give you Peace in the Land, and ye shall lie down,
then will I give you Rain in due Season, and the Land shall yield her increase, and the Trees of the Field shall yield their Fruit. And I will give you Peace in the Land, and you shall lie down,
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And ye shall eat the Flesh of your Sons, and the Flesh of your Daughters shall ye eat. And I will make your Cities waste, and bring your Sanctuaries unto Desolation, and I will not smell the savour of your sweet Odours.
And you shall eat the Flesh of your Sons, and the Flesh of your Daughters shall you eat. And I will make your Cities waste, and bring your Sanctuaries unto Desolation, and I will not smell the savour of your sweet Odours.
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And I will bring the Land into Desolation; and your Enemies which dwell therein shall be astonisht at it, &c. Thus Incorrigibleness under manifold Corrections, will at length kindle implacable wrath, and so procure inevitable Ruine. When lesser Judgements have wrought no Reformation, there's just cause to fear, God is preparing greater Judgements, to lay that Land desolate. When the Field that is often plow'd and sow'd, brings forth nothing but Briars and Thorns, we may expect shortly to see the Master of that Fi•ld set it on Fire. Those proud Turrets that are neither shaken with the Wind, nor soften'd with the Rain, may soon be scatter'd with the Thunder. Though they have long threatned Heaven, one moment may throw them down to the Earth. When men are not melted, soften'd, separated from their Dross, by the Fire of Afflictions, what may we expect but that the Lord should turn the whole Land into a Furnace of Judgement, and heat it seven, and yet seven times hotter, till he hath utterly consumed them from off the Earth? Surely, Incorrigible Impiety shall at length be punisht with inexorable Fury.
And I will bring the Land into Desolation; and your Enemies which dwell therein shall be astonished At it, etc. Thus Incorrigibleness under manifold Corrections, will At length kindle implacable wrath, and so procure inevitable Ruin. When lesser Judgments have wrought no Reformation, there's just cause to Fear, God is preparing greater Judgments, to lay that Land desolate. When the Field that is often plowed and sowed, brings forth nothing but Briers and Thorns, we may expect shortly to see the Master of that Fi•ld Set it on Fire. Those proud Turrets that Are neither shaken with the Wind, nor softened with the Rain, may soon be scattered with the Thunder. Though they have long threatened Heaven, one moment may throw them down to the Earth. When men Are not melted, softened, separated from their Dross, by the Fire of Afflictions, what may we expect but that the Lord should turn the Whole Land into a Furnace of Judgement, and heat it seven, and yet seven times hotter, till he hath utterly consumed them from off the Earth? Surely, Incorrigible Impiety shall At length be punished with inexorable Fury.
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The longer men have gone on in sin, notwithstanding Instructions and Corrections, the sooner shall they be overtaken with Judgement: and the higher their Provocations, the heavier their Punishment.
The longer men have gone on in since, notwithstanding Instructions and Corrections, the sooner shall they be overtaken with Judgement: and the higher their Provocations, the Heavier their Punishment.
Thus we have seen what special sins make the Times perillous, and in what cases these sins have, in a speciall manner, this evil Influence upon the times. The second Symptome. Formality in Religion.
Thus we have seen what special Sins make the Times perilous, and in what cases these Sins have, in a special manner, this evil Influence upon the times. The second symptom. Formality in Religion.
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THE Times are justly to be accounted perillous, When the Generality of Professors take up in some outward Forms of Worship, without pressing after the Life and Power of Godliness.
THE Times Are justly to be accounted perilous, When the Generality of Professors take up in Some outward Forms of Worship, without pressing After the Life and Power of Godliness.
The Apostle in this Prediction of Perillous Times, seems to wind up, in the close of his Description of the Persons that should make the Times perillous, all the Characters of them into this one;
The Apostle in this Prediction of Perilous Times, seems to wind up, in the close of his Description of the Persons that should make the Times perilous, all the Characters of them into this one;
And certainly there cannot be a surer Symptom of evil Times, then Formality and Overliness in the matters of Religion and Worship of God, amongst all sorts of Professors. The Times must needs be evil and perillous,
And Certainly there cannot be a Surer symptom of evil Times, then Formality and Overliness in the matters of Religion and Worship of God, among all sorts of Professors. The Times must needs be evil and perilous,
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when Religion is made but a matter of Faction; and mens Zeal for Religion is estimated by their vehement Ardour and Forwardness to promote this or that way of Government or Worship, in opposition to all the rest, which yet may be found in a man that hath never experimented the Power of Religion, or Work of Sanctification upon his own soul.
when Religion is made but a matter of Faction; and men's Zeal for Religion is estimated by their vehement Ardour and Forwardness to promote this or that Way of Government or Worship, in opposition to all the rest, which yet may be found in a man that hath never experimented the Power of Religion, or Work of Sanctification upon his own soul.
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and censure all others as no Christians, no Saints, that are not moulded after the same Model; what do they but promote the Distractions, encrease the Divisions, and widen the Differences of the Church of God, which every good Christian should studiously endeavour to compose and heal? Surely the setting up of,
and censure all Others as no Christians, no Saints, that Are not moulded After the same Model; what do they but promote the Distractions, increase the Divisions, and widen the Differences of the Church of God, which every good Christian should studiously endeavour to compose and heal? Surely the setting up of,
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and the Adhering to, this and the other Party, is not the way to promote the Interests of the Kingdom of Christ. He is that MELCHIZEDECK, King of SALEM; Rex NONLATINALPHABET Justitiae.
and the Adhering to, this and the other Party, is not the Way to promote the Interests of the Kingdom of christ. He is that MELCHIZEDECK, King of SALEM; Rex Justitiae.
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And his Kingdom stands not in meat and drink, but Righteousnesse and Peace, and (which results from them both) Joy in the Holy Ghost When such Religious Factions prevail, they sadly portend the Ruine of the Church: And •hen are not such perillous times?
And his Kingdom Stands not in meat and drink, but Righteousness and Peace, and (which results from them both) Joy in the Holy Ghost When such Religious Factions prevail, they sadly portend the Ruin of the Church: And •hen Are not such perilous times?
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But when P ofessors are generally Formall in the performance of the Duties of Religion, very Perfunctory and Superficial in the service of God, its a sad Symptom of perillous Times.
But when P ofessors Are generally Formal in the performance of the Duties of Religion, very Perfunctory and Superficial in the service of God, its a sad symptom of perilous Times.
When a man having tipt his Tongue with the Silver of the Sanctuary, and so is able to speak well of the things of God, to discourse well of the Matters of Religion, shall for this only Reason be esteemed very Religious. Whereas (as the Apostle speaks ) The Kingdom of God is not in Word, but in Power.
When a man having tipped his Tongue with the Silver of the Sanctuary, and so is able to speak well of the things of God, to discourse well of the Matters of Religion, shall for this only Reason be esteemed very Religious. Whereas (as the Apostle speaks) The Kingdom of God is not in Word, but in Power.
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When there is indeed much Preaching, much Hearing, frequent Receiving of Sacraments, but (alas!) little Life in Preaching, less in Hearing, little or no Affectionateness in Receiving,
When there is indeed much Preaching, much Hearing, frequent Receiving of Sacraments, but (alas!) little Life in Preaching, less in Hearing, little or no Affectionateness in Receiving,
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and Christians that feared God, Received the Word with all readiness of Mind, entertained the Truth in the Love of it, and had their Hearts much stirred and moved by every Sermon.
and Christians that feared God, Received the Word with all readiness of Mind, entertained the Truth in the Love of it, and had their Hearts much stirred and moved by every Sermon.
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The Ministers of the Gospel (now so generally slighted and despised) were then received by all good Christians as Angels of God, yea, even as Christ •esus .
The Ministers of the Gospel (now so generally slighted and despised) were then received by all good Christians as Angels of God, yea, even as christ •esus.
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And then did Religion flourish in the Church, and Christians manifested their experimental acquaintance with the Power of Godlinesse. But when Preaching is become,
And then did Religion flourish in the Church, and Christians manifested their experimental acquaintance with the Power of Godliness. But when Preaching is become,
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for the most part, Notional, and accommodated rather to the pleasing of the Fancy, then informing the judgement, convincing the conscience, and affecting the Heart; when Sermons are stuft with affected phrases, and exquisitely embroyder'd with Artificial Ornaments, and so deliver'd by the Preacher, without one spark of Life or Zeale, with such a singular care to observe the Emphasis and Elegancy of his study'd Expressions, such a wary fear of rumpling his fine, smooth forms of speech, as if he was come thither to play the part of an idle Orator, rather then to do the duty of a Gospel-Preacher, who is to treate with men in the Name of Christ about the great affaires of their precious soules, for their eternal Salvation; this is a sad change seriously to be laid to heart, and sadly to be lamented.
for the most part, Notional, and accommodated rather to the pleasing of the Fancy, then informing the judgement, convincing the conscience, and affecting the Heart; when Sermons Are stuffed with affected phrases, and exquisitely embroidered with Artificial Ornament, and so Delivered by the Preacher, without one spark of Life or Zeal, with such a singular care to observe the Emphasis and Elegancy of his studied Expressions, such a wary Fear of rumpling his fine, smooth forms of speech, as if he was come thither to play the part of an idle Orator, rather then to do the duty of a Gospel preacher, who is to Treat with men in the Name of christ about the great affairs of their precious Souls, for their Eternal Salvation; this is a sad change seriously to be laid to heart, and sadly to be lamented.
but follow and flock after those that suit with their Humours, and with such like quaint and curious notions, please and delight their Fancies, it argues a great Decay in Religion, and speaks men to be great strangers to the Power of Godlinesse.
but follow and flock After those that suit with their Humours, and with such like quaint and curious notions, please and delight their Fancies, it argues a great Decay in Religion, and speaks men to be great Strangers to the Power of Godliness.
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Nay, when those that are indeed good Christians, and sound in the Maine, shall become very Formal, Overly, Superficial in the discharge of Religious Duties, in their attendance upon Gospel-Ordinances; When they shall take no paines to prepare themselves for Sabbaths and Sacraments; when they shall be little or nothing at all affected with the Preaching of the Gospel;
Nay, when those that Are indeed good Christians, and found in the Main, shall become very Formal, Overly, Superficial in the discharge of Religious Duties, in their attendance upon Gospel ordinances; When they shall take no pains to prepare themselves for Sabbaths and Sacraments; when they shall be little or nothing At all affected with the Preaching of the Gospel;
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We finde God nothing regarded the outward Performances of the People of Israel, when they were utterly deficient in those Duties wherein consisted the Life of Religion. To what Purpose is the multitude of your Sacrifices unto me, saith the LORD? I am full of the Burnt-offerings of Rams, and the Fat of fed Beasts, and I delight not in the Blood of Bullocks, or of Lambs, or of He-goats.
We find God nothing regarded the outward Performances of the People of Israel, when they were utterly deficient in those Duties wherein consisted the Life of Religion. To what Purpose is the multitude of your Sacrifices unto me, Says the LORD? I am full of the Burnt offerings of Rams, and the Fat of fed Beasts, and I delight not in the Blood of Bullocks, or of Lambs, or of He-goats.
And, when ye come to appear before me, who hath required this at your hand to tread my Courts? Bring no more vain oblations, Incense is an abomination unto me, the New Moons and Sabbaths, the Calling of Assemblies I cannot away with, it is iniquity even the solemn meeting.
And, when you come to appear before me, who hath required this At your hand to tread my Courts? Bring no more vain Oblations, Incense is an abomination unto me, the New Moons and Sabbaths, the Calling of Assemblies I cannot away with, it is iniquity even the solemn meeting.
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Why did the Lord thus disregard all their Ceremonial Services, and sacred Solemnities, which in the time of the Old Testament he had commanded them? Surely for no other reason,
Why did the Lord thus disregard all their Ceremonial Services, and sacred Solemnities, which in the time of the Old Testament he had commanded them? Surely for no other reason,
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So the Lord elsewhere reproves them for their formal Devotion, and hypocritical Fasting, because they were extreamly defective in that which was the principal Part of their expected Obedience, and the choicest Fruit of all such Religious Performances; namely, Reformation, Justice, and Charity. For sayes the Lord to the Prophet Isaiah , Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a Trumpet,
So the Lord elsewhere reproves them for their formal Devotion, and hypocritical Fasting, Because they were extremely defective in that which was the principal Part of their expected obedience, and the Choicest Fruit of all such Religious Performances; namely, Reformation, justice, and Charity. For Says the Lord to the Prophet Isaiah, Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a Trumpet,
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they take Delight in approaching to God. Who would not judge these to be a very Holy People, that should but take notice of this their Diligence in Duties, Desires of direction,
they take Delight in approaching to God. Who would not judge these to be a very Holy People, that should but take notice of this their Diligence in Duties, Desires of direction,
so highly were these proud hypocrites conceited of their poore Performances! Wherefore have we fasted, say they, and thou seest not? Wherefore have we afflicted our soul, and thou takest no knowledge? But the Lord replies to their demand,
so highly were these proud Hypocrites conceited of their poor Performances! Wherefore have we fasted, say they, and thou See not? Wherefore have we afflicted our soul, and thou Takest no knowledge? But the Lord replies to their demand,
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Behold ye fast for strife and debate, and to smite with the Fist of Wickednesse, ye shall not fast as ye do this day, to make your Voice to be heard on high.
Behold you fast for strife and debate, and to smite with the Fist of Wickedness, you shall not fast as you do this day, to make your Voice to be herd on high.
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and to spread sackcloth and Ashes under him? Wilt thou call this a Fast, and an acceptable Day to the LORD? Is not this the Fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of Wickednesse, to undoe the heavy Burden? and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every Yoke? Is it not to deale thy Bread to the Hungry, and that thou bring the Poore that are cast out to thy House? When thou seest the naked that thou cover him, and that thou hide not thy self from thine own flesh? Thus without charity (the Master-wheele of good Works ) the most specious Acts of Religion are unacceptable to God.
and to spread Sackcloth and Ashes under him? Wilt thou call this a Fast, and an acceptable Day to the LORD? Is not this the Fast that I have chosen? to lose the bans of Wickedness, to undo the heavy Burden? and to let the oppressed go free, and that you break every Yoke? Is it not to deal thy Bred to the Hungry, and that thou bring the Poor that Are cast out to thy House? When thou See the naked that thou cover him, and that thou hide not thy self from thine own Flesh? Thus without charity (the Master wheel of good Works) the most specious Acts of Religion Are unacceptable to God.
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'Tis but a Mocking of God, a presenting him Leaves for Fruits, or Lies for Devotion. To offer up unto God formal Performances, is to become guilty of real Provocations. When the heart is wanting in Duties of Divine Worship, men do but offer dead sacrifices to the living God, and so provoke the pure Eyes of his Glory.
It's but a Mocking of God, a presenting him Leaves for Fruits, or Lies for Devotion. To offer up unto God formal Performances, is to become guilty of real Provocations. When the heart is wanting in Duties of Divine Worship, men do but offer dead Sacrifices to the living God, and so provoke the pure Eyes of his Glory.
When the Spirit of God is, in a great measure gone from the Hearts of men, in the duties of his Worship, its a sad Symptome of perillous Times with the Church of God.
When the Spirit of God is, in a great measure gone from the Hearts of men, in the duties of his Worship, its a sad symptom of perilous Times with the Church of God.
Before the persecution of the Christians in Africa by the brutish Vandals, the Church of God in those Countreys was much degenerated from its ancient Purity, and declin'd,
Before the persecution of the Christians in Africa by the brutish Vandals, the Church of God in those Countries' was much degenerated from its ancient Purity, and declined,
So a little before the Massachre at Paris, it was observ'd, there was such a general stupidity seiz'd upon the Protestants, that few of them seriously minded the things of God,
So a little before the Massachre At paris, it was observed, there was such a general stupidity seized upon the Protestants, that few of them seriously minded the things of God,
If Religion amongst men be once degenerated into Farm (as a fruitful into a barren Vine) what can be expected but that the Righteou•nesse of God should be arm'd with Power, for the punishment of such an unprofitable People? We know, The barren Fig-tree, being curst by Christ, presently withered away. When a Nation flourishes in the Leaves of Formality, without the Fruits of solid Piety, who knows how soon it may be cast into a withering condition? Surely, Formal Services will at length procure real Sufferings.
If Religion among men be once degenerated into Farm (as a fruitful into a barren Vine) what can be expected but that the Righteou•nesse of God should be armed with Power, for the punishment of such an unprofitable People? We know, The barren Fig tree, being cursed by christ, presently withered away. When a nation flourishes in the Leaves of Formality, without the Fruits of solid Piety, who knows how soon it may be cast into a withering condition? Surely, Formal Services will At length procure real Sufferings.
When men seek themselves under plausible Pretences of doing Service to God: When men that pretend Piety, and a Publick Spirit, are Such as do in deed preferre their private Interests before the Publick Good; with whom Silver is of more value then Sanctity; and who pursue their own Honour and Advancement, wherein they would seem to promote Gods Glory.
When men seek themselves under plausible Pretences of doing Service to God: When men that pretend Piety, and a Public Spirit, Are Such as do in deed prefer their private Interests before the Public Good; with whom Silver is of more valve then Sanctity; and who pursue their own Honour and Advancement, wherein they would seem to promote God's Glory.
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But now the Times must needs be perillous, when men thus pretend Godlinesse and Gods glory, for the more easie accomplishment of their own works of Wickednesse, to his Dishonour. When men Prostitute Religion to their own base Lusts, and so vitiate her Virgin-Honour. When they cast a vaile of Hypocrisie over the vilest Acts of Impiety. Hypocrisie, is sin gilded with pretences of Sanctity. This outward Gilding makes them not so glorious in the Eyes of men,
But now the Times must needs be perilous, when men thus pretend Godliness and God's glory, for the more easy accomplishment of their own works of Wickedness, to his Dishonour. When men Prostitute Religion to their own base Lustiest, and so vitiate her Virgin-Honour. When they cast a veil of Hypocrisy over the Vilest Acts of Impiety. Hypocrisy, is since gilded with pretences of Sanctity. This outward Gild makes them not so glorious in the Eyes of men,
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Thus the Cloud, which arm'd with the Bowe, challenges all the world to a Combate for the Beauty of Colours, is not more bright to the Earth, then its black to Heaven.
Thus the Cloud, which armed with the Bow, challenges all the world to a Combat for the Beauty of Colours, is not more bright to the Earth, then its black to Heaven.
And the more glorious the Pretence is which covers a base Designe, the more vile and wicked is the Person, that thus audaciously steals the Robes of vertue, to cloath his otherwise naked viliany. Caligula (the Romane Emperour) was never more Profane, then when, in his Pride, he would put on the Vestments of the Gods. Nero within,
And the more glorious the Pretence is which covers a base Design, the more vile and wicked is the Person, that thus audaciously steals the Robes of virtue, to cloth his otherwise naked viliany. Caligula (the Roman Emperor) was never more Profane, then when, in his Pride, he would put on the Vestments of the God's Nero within,
He is a Robber ( says Jerome) and turns the House of God into a Den of Thieves, who takes up Religion meerly for the getting of Gain, and whose worship of God serves onely for a fitter Occasion to advance his Trading in the World.
He is a Robber (Says Jerome) and turns the House of God into a Den of Thieves, who Takes up Religion merely for the getting of Gain, and whose worship of God serves only for a fitter Occasion to advance his Trading in the World.
The Times are perillous, when the Royal stamp is put upon counterfeit coine, and self-interest is called the Cause of God. And the Danger is greater according to the Degree of the Person.
The Times Are perilous, when the Royal stamp is put upon counterfeit coin, and self-interest is called the Cause of God. And the Danger is greater according to the Degree of the Person.
Self-seeking, especially under plausible pretences of the Good of the People, is extreamly pernicious in such Persons as have the chiefest Power in their hands, which ought not to be used as an Engine for the advancement of mens private Interests, but to be ever put to the best improvement for the Publick Good. And therefore the pious and learned Father makes this the great difference betwixt a Tyrant, who rules after his own Lusts,
Self-seeking, especially under plausible pretences of the Good of the People, is extremely pernicious in such Persons as have the chiefest Power in their hands, which ought not to be used as an Engine for the advancement of men's private Interests, but to be ever put to the best improvement for the Public Good. And Therefore the pious and learned Father makes this the great difference betwixt a Tyrant, who rules After his own Lustiest,
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In this (sayes he) does a Tyrant differ from a King, that the one has still an Eye to his own Interests, the other lays out himself for the Good of his Subjects.
In this (Says he) does a Tyrant differ from a King, that the one has still an Eye to his own Interests, the other lays out himself for the Good of his Subject's.
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But yet amongst a People professing godlinesse, such Tyrants (which makes their wickednesse so much the worse) are wont to pretend the interests of Religion,
But yet among a People professing godliness, such Tyrants (which makes their wickedness so much the Worse) Are wont to pretend the interests of Religion,
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and the Honour of God, for the colouring of their irregular enterprizes, and the covering of their wicked intentions, till they have accomplish't their cursed Designes,
and the Honour of God, for the colouring of their irregular Enterprises, and the covering of their wicked intentions, till they have accomplished their cursed Designs,
So the bloody Nero, in the beginning of his Reigne, made great Pretences of Piety, but when he was establisht in his Empire, he delighted in nothing but wickednesse and cruelty. And how perillous those Times were to the Christian Church, the Teares and Blood of many thousand persecuted Christians gave sufficient Testimony, whose Souls are under the Altar of God, still crying with a loud Voice,
So the bloody Nero, in the beginning of his Reign, made great Pretences of Piety, but when he was established in his Empire, he delighted in nothing but wickedness and cruelty. And how perilous those Times were to the Christian Church, the Tears and Blood of many thousand persecuted Christians gave sufficient Testimony, whose Souls Are under the Altar of God, still crying with a loud Voice,
and saying, How long O Lord, Holy and True, dost thou not judge and avenge our Blood, on them that dwell on the Earth? But now was it not for such faire Pretences, these bloody Tyrants could never so smoothly carry on such foule Enormities, to a full accomplishment.
and saying, How long Oh Lord, Holy and True, dost thou not judge and avenge our Blood, on them that dwell on the Earth? But now was it not for such fair Pretences, these bloody Tyrants could never so smoothly carry on such foul Enormities, to a full accomplishment.
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It's the Glory of God therefore which they pretend to the world, to be the End of their audacious Actings; but their own Names are firmly wrought into that Shield of Gods Glory, which they hold out to the world,
It's the Glory of God Therefore which they pretend to the world, to be the End of their audacious Actings; but their own Names Are firmly wrought into that Shield of God's Glory, which they hold out to the world,
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for the Protection of the basest Designes, as its said the Name of Phidias was, by his curious Art, wrought into the Shield of Minerva. Wo be to the People that are subjected to the Power of such pernicious persons;
for the Protection of the Basest Designs, as its said the Name of Phidias was, by his curious Art, wrought into the Shield of Minerva. Woe be to the People that Are subjected to the Power of such pernicious Persons;
The Times then are perillous, when glorious Titles are stampt upon base Designs, and glorious ends are pretended for the crediting of such Enormous Actions, as Religion cannot but blush that they should be called her children.
The Times then Are perilous, when glorious Titles Are stamped upon base Designs, and glorious ends Are pretended for the crediting of such Enormous Actions, as Religion cannot but blush that they should be called her children.
Thus Celsus, the Philosopher, having written a Defence of Paganisme, gilds over his rotten wood with this golden Title or Inscription, Verbum Veritatis . The Word of Truth.
Thus Celsus, the Philosopher, having written a Defence of Paganism, gilds over his rotten wood with this golden Title or Inscription, Verbum Veritatis. The Word of Truth.
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Thus Absalom pretended a solemne Act of Religion, in paying his Vow unto God, when having plotted a cursed Treason, he went on purpose to raise a bloody Rebellion, against his Prince and Father .
Thus Absalom pretended a solemn Act of Religion, in paying his Voelli unto God, when having plotted a cursed Treason, he went on purpose to raise a bloody Rebellion, against his Prince and Father.
and therefore the executions done by him (though according to Gods Order and Appointment ) are charged upon him as so many bloody Murthers, soliciting the Divine Vengeance.
and Therefore the executions done by him (though according to God's Order and Appointment) Are charged upon him as so many bloody Murders, soliciting the Divine Vengeance.
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For (sayes the Lord ) yet a little while, and I will avenge the Blood of Jezreel ( i. e. the bloodshed in Jezreel , the Royal City of the Land of Issachar ) upon the House of Jehu, and will cause to cease the Kingdome of the House of Israel.
For (Says the Lord) yet a little while, and I will avenge the Blood of Jezrael (i. e. the bloodshed in Jezrael, the Royal city of the Land of Issachar) upon the House of Jehu, and will cause to cease the Kingdom of the House of Israel.
Thus, one wicked Tyrant may be the Ruine of the whole Kingdome. Yet does this bloody Wretch, this Self-seeking Jehu, while he was yet reeking in Blood,
Thus, one wicked Tyrant may be the Ruin of the Whole Kingdom. Yet does this bloody Wretch, this Self-seeking Jehu, while he was yet reeking in Blood,
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Thus do many wear a Cloak of Zeal upon a Habit of Vice. Thus Saul, out of his Zeale for the Israelites, became a bloody Butcher of the Gibeonites, and so brought a plague upon the whole Land of Israel .
Thus do many wear a Cloak of Zeal upon a Habit of Vice. Thus Saul, out of his Zeal for the Israelites, became a bloody Butcher of the Gibeonites, and so brought a plague upon the Whole Land of Israel.
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Thus that wicked Ahab proclaimes a Fast for the putting to death of Naboth, that he might take to himself his Vineyard, and so by one Act, involves himself in the guilt of Murder, Perjury, and unjust Usurpation of the Right and Possession of the Innocent and Righteous .
Thus that wicked Ahab proclaims a Fast for the putting to death of Naboth, that he might take to himself his Vineyard, and so by one Act, involves himself in the guilt of Murder, Perjury, and unjust Usurpation of the Right and Possession of the Innocent and Righteous.
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So the Historian tells us of the Devilish Policy of Hanno, a rich Prince of the Carthaginians, who having laid a desi•ne for the Destruction of the whole Se•ate (herein worse then Heliogabalus, whose Pride was satisfi'd in the Expulsion of the Senators ) made use of a sacred S•lemnity in the Celebration of his Daughters Marriage, For the Execution and Concealment of his Damnable Designe and Hellish Treason.
So the Historian tells us of the Devilish Policy of Hanno, a rich Prince of the Carthaginians, who having laid a desi•ne for the Destruction of the Whole Se•ate (herein Worse then Heliogabalus, whose Pride was satisfied in the Expulsion of the Senators) made use of a sacred S•lemnity in the Celebration of his Daughters Marriage, For the Execution and Concealment of his Damnable Design and Hellish Treason.
Thus did the Monster of men, Herod, pretend he would worship Christ, whilst he was plotting to murder him, in the prosecution of which bloody Designe, he cruelly put to death (as it is thought) about fourteen thousand Innocents, the early Buds of Martyrdome, the first blown Violets and Roses of the Royal Garden, of the Christian Church.
Thus did the Monster of men, Herod, pretend he would worship christ, while he was plotting to murder him, in the prosecution of which bloody Design, he cruelly put to death (as it is Thought) about fourteen thousand Innocents, the early Buds of Martyrdom, the First blown Violets and Roses of the Royal Garden, of the Christian Church.
and of such as are eminent and illustrious Persons, meerly for their own establishment and security. When men shall pretend Gods honour, and the Preservation of Religion, with the just Rights and Liberties of the good People of the Land, both as men and Christians, for the justifying of those Bloody Acts (in pursuance of some secular Designes, and for the procuring of their own private Interests ) whereby God is dishonoured, Religion reproached, and the Land polluted with Blood.
and of such as Are eminent and illustrious Persons, merely for their own establishment and security. When men shall pretend God's honour, and the Preservation of Religion, with the just Rights and Liberties of the good People of the Land, both as men and Christians, for the justifying of those Bloody Acts (in pursuance of Some secular Designs, and for the procuring of their own private Interests) whereby God is dishonoured, Religion reproached, and the Land polluted with Blood.
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How strangely does Ambition blind the eyes of men, that they should think themselves secure within those walls that are cemented with innocent Blood! That they should think to get themselves a Name, and to raise up Monuments of glory,
How strangely does Ambition blind the eyes of men, that they should think themselves secure within those walls that Are cemented with innocent Blood! That they should think to get themselves a Name, and to raise up Monuments of glory,
for the perpetuating their Memory, by Acts so full of Infamy, that whatever flattering Titles the Time-servers of the present Generation may give them) shall never be mentioned by the after Ages, without abhorrency and Detestation!
for the perpetuating their Memory, by Acts so full of Infamy, that whatever flattering Titles the Time-servers of the present Generation may give them) shall never be mentioned by the After Ages, without abhorrency and Detestation!
Who can but wonder at the intemperate Desires of Renown that possest the heart of Pausanias, and to see him shut his eyes while he swallow'd the Ironical advice of Hermocrates, in the pursuit of glory, that he might get him a Name in the world? For he demanding of H•rmocrates, by what means he might soonest become Famous, received this Reply;
Who can but wonder At the intemperate Desires of Renown that possessed the heart of Pausanias, and to see him shut his eyes while he swallowed the Ironical Advice of Hermocrates, in the pursuit of glory, that he might get him a Name in the world? For he demanding of H•rmocrates, by what means he might soonest become Famous, received this Reply;
Hereupon he soon engages in a bloody Enterprize, to which he pricks himself forward by the spurs of Discontent and Revenge. For with a Traiterous hand he murders his lawful Prince and Sovereign, Philip King of Macedon, who was a man (abating some Vices ordinarily incident to such great Persons) Eminent for many excellent Qualities, and worthy Actions, which had imbellisht his Name in the world,
Hereupon he soon engages in a bloody Enterprise, to which he pricks himself forward by the spurs of Discontent and Revenge. For with a Traitorous hand he murders his lawful Prince and Sovereign, Philip King of Macedon, who was a man (abating Some Vices ordinarily incident to such great Persons) Eminent for many excellent Qualities, and worthy Actions, which had imbellisht his Name in the world,
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For by this means it came to pass, that he, in some sort, obtain'd what he desir'd, a never dying Memory. For the just Renown of Philips virtues transmitted the memory of this infamous Parricide to the after-Ages.
For by this means it Come to pass, that he, in Some sort, obtained what he desired, a never dying Memory. For the just Renown of Philips Virtues transmitted the memory of this infamous Parricide to the Afterages.
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But then Policy, Lieutenant to Ambition, advises to conduct these daring Actions, under the display'd Ensignes of Religion. It's a Maxime of Machiavel, that Religion it self is not to be cared for, but onely the Appearance;
But then Policy, Lieutenant to Ambition, advises to conduct these daring Actions, under the displayed Ensigns of Religion. It's a Maxim of Machiavel, that Religion it self is not to be cared for, but only the Appearance;
For solid Piety is not consistent with Supreame Power (much lesse with carnal Policy. ) But this we must understand of the Courts of Pagan, not of Christian Princes, who have many of them cherisht and brooded the fairest Vertues, under the Wings of their happy Government.
For solid Piety is not consistent with Supreme Power (much less with carnal Policy.) But this we must understand of the Courts of Pagan, not of Christian Princes, who have many of them cherished and brooded the Fairest Virtues, under the Wings of their happy Government.
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But yet amongst Christians, it's but too fitly applyable to the Courts of Tyrants, who by the strength of Policy, have possest themselves of the Supream Power. For, as another Poet speaks,
But yet among Christians, it's but too fitly appliable to the Courts of Tyrants, who by the strength of Policy, have possessed themselves of the Supreme Power. For, as Another Poet speaks,
True Piety is doubtlesse a very rare thing in the Court of a Prince that rises by Policy, and rules with Tyranny. Yet some there are that say a precious stone may be found in the head of a poysonous Toad. But sure we are, a glorious shew of Religion may be farr easilier found,
True Piety is doubtless a very rare thing in the Court of a Prince that rises by Policy, and rules with Tyranny. Yet Some there Are that say a precious stone may be found in the head of a poisonous Toad. But sure we Are, a glorious show of Religion may be Far easilier found,
then the least dram of sincerity in such great Politicians and arbitrary Princes. Sad are the times when Ambition and Covetousnesse become the Ensigne-bearers of Christianity;
then the least dram of sincerity in such great Politicians and arbitrary Princes. Sad Are the times when Ambition and Covetousness become the Ensign-bearers of Christianity;
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and Gaine and Glory are the Prizes sought for under Christs Colours. For, He that pretends Sanctity, but affects Principality, is not CHRIST'S Disciple,
and Gain and Glory Are the Prizes sought for under Christ Colours. For, He that pretends Sanctity, but affects Principality, is not CHRIST'S Disciple,
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Thus Ambition will needs weare a Cloak of Religion. And Covetousnesse, which as an officious Servant, still attends Ambition, comes not far behinde in this Art of the Dissimulation of Piety. The Love of Gold will make men adventure upon that which is Treason against the King of Heaven, to Counterfeit Grace. Godlinesse shall be fairly written upon mens Carriages and Discourses without,
Thus Ambition will needs wear a Cloak of Religion. And Covetousness, which as an officious Servant, still attends Ambition, comes not Far behind in this Art of the Dissimulation of Piety. The Love of Gold will make men adventure upon that which is Treason against the King of Heaven, to Counterfeit Grace. Godliness shall be fairly written upon men's Carriages and Discourses without,
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when there's nothing at all to be found within, but a Designe for Gaine. But now such persons as these by their wicked Policies and Practises do make the Times perillous.
when there's nothing At all to be found within, but a Design for Gain. But now such Persons as these by their wicked Policies and Practises do make the Times perilous.
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and the Churches Portion and Dowry is taken away for the better Preservation of her Beauty, and Prevention of her Defilement? Sacriledge is a Sin, that under what pretences soever it hath been committed, hath proved fatal to them that have committed it.
and the Churches Portion and Dowry is taken away for the better Preservation of her Beauty, and Prevention of her Defilement? Sacrilege is a since, that under what pretences soever it hath been committed, hath proved fatal to them that have committed it.
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We have a memorable Example hereof in the Story of the Maccabees, wherein we read of the Sacriledge of Antiochus, and the sufferings that befell him, with that sad Confession which he uttered under the pangs of an accusing Conscience, that these sufferings were the just punishment of his Sacriledge. For it is said, that After Antiochus had smitten Egypt, he returned again in the hundred fourty and third yeare,
We have a memorable Exampl hereof in the Story of the Maccabees, wherein we read of the Sacrilege of Antiochus, and the sufferings that befell him, with that sad Confessi which he uttered under the pangs of an accusing Conscience, that these sufferings were the just punishment of his Sacrilege. For it is said, that After Antiochus had smitten Egypt, he returned again in the hundred fourty and third year,
and went up against Israel and Jerusalem with a great multitude, and entred proudly into the Sanctuary, and took away the Golden Altar, and the Candlestick of Light, and all the Vessels thereof. And the Table of the Shew-bread, and the pouring Vessels, and the Vials, and the Censers of Gold, and the Vail, and the Crowns, and the Golden Ornaments that were before the Temple, all which he pulled off.
and went up against Israel and Jerusalem with a great multitude, and entered proudly into the Sanctuary, and took away the Golden Altar, and the Candlestick of Light, and all the Vessels thereof. And the Table of the Shewbread, and the pouring Vessels, and the Vials, and the Censers of Gold, and the vail, and the Crowns, and the Golden Ornament that were before the Temple, all which he pulled off.
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also he took the hidden Treasures which he found: and when he had taken all away, he went into his own Land, having made a great Massacre, and spoken very proudly.
also he took the hidden Treasures which he found: and when he had taken all away, he went into his own Land, having made a great Massacre, and spoken very proudly.
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But after seven yeares respite, we find Justice calling him to account, and severely scourging him with those Scorpions which by this sin he had fed in his own conscience,
But After seven Years respite, we find justice calling him to account, and severely scourging him with those Scorpions which by this since he had fed in his own conscience,
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and this (which is very remarkable) at the same Time that he sought to possesse himself of a rich Booty, by a second Sacriledge. For, sayes the story , About that Time King Antiochus, travelling through the high Countreys, heard say, that Elemais, in the Countrey of Persia, was a City greatly renown'd for Riches, Silver and Gold:
and this (which is very remarkable) At the same Time that he sought to possess himself of a rich Booty, by a second Sacrilege. For, Says the story, About that Time King Antiochus, traveling through the high Countries', herd say, that Elemais, in the Country of Persiam, was a city greatly renowned for Riches, Silver and Gold:
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and that there was in it a very Rich Temple, wherein were Coverings of Gold, and Breastplates, and Shields, which Alexander, sonne of Philip, the Macedonian King, who reigned first among the Grecians had left there. Wherefore he came and sought to take the City and spoile it, but he was not able,
and that there was in it a very Rich Temple, wherein were Coverings of Gold, and Breastplates, and Shields, which Alexander, son of Philip, the Macedonian King, who reigned First among the Greeks had left there. Wherefore he Come and sought to take the city and spoil it, but he was not able,
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because they of the City having had warning thereof, rose up against him in Battel. So he fled and departed thence with great heavinesse, and returned to Babylon.
Because they of the city having had warning thereof, rose up against him in Battle. So he fled and departed thence with great heaviness, and returned to Babylon.
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Moreover there came one who brought in Tidings into Persia, that the Armies which went against the Land of Judea were put to flight: and that Lysias, who went forth first with a great Power, was driven away of the Jews, and that they were made strong by the Armour and Power, and store of Spoiles, which they had gotten of the Armies whom they had destroy'd. Also that they had pull'd down the Abomination which he had set up upon the Altar in Jerusalem, and that they had compassed about the Sanctuary with High Walls, as before, and his City Bethsura.
Moreover there Come one who brought in Tidings into Persiam, that the Armies which went against the Land of Judea were put to flight: and that Lysias, who went forth First with a great Power, was driven away of the jews, and that they were made strong by the Armour and Power, and store of Spoils, which they had got of the Armies whom they had destroyed. Also that they had pulled down the Abomination which he had Set up upon the Altar in Jerusalem, and that they had compassed about the Sanctuary with High Walls, as before, and his city Bethsura.
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And I thought with my self, into what Tribulation am I come, and how great a Flood of Misery is it wherein now I am? For I was bountiful and beloved in my Power.
And I Thought with my self, into what Tribulation am I come, and how great a Flood of Misery is it wherein now I am? For I was bountiful and Beloved in my Power.
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But NOW I remember the Evils that I did at JERUSALEM, and that I took all the Vessels of Gold and Silver that were therein, and sent to destroy the Inhabitants of Judea without a Cause. I perceive therefore that for THIS Cause these troubles are come upon me, and behold I perish through great Grief in a strange Land. Then called he for Philip, one of his Friends, whom he made Ruler over all his Realme:
But NOW I Remember the Evils that I did At JERUSALEM, and that I took all the Vessels of Gold and Silver that were therein, and sent to destroy the Inhabitants of Judea without a Cause. I perceive Therefore that for THIS Cause these Troubles Are come upon me, and behold I perish through great Grief in a strange Land. Then called he for Philip, one of his Friends, whom he made Ruler over all his Realm:
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Thus Sacriledge, though for a time carried out with successe, shall at length recoile upon the head of him that committed it, to the Astonishment of all beholders.
Thus Sacrilege, though for a time carried out with success, shall At length recoil upon the head of him that committed it, to the Astonishment of all beholders.
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Surely when mens Hearts and Hands are engag'd in this sin, what ever thei• Pretences be, they take the ready course to pluck the Judgements of God down upon their Heads, which may involve the whole Nation in many woful calamities,
Surely when men's Hearts and Hands Are engaged in this since, what ever thei• Pretences be, they take the ready course to pluck the Judgments of God down upon their Heads, which may involve the Whole nation in many woeful calamities,
And are there not too many in these Dayes, that under the Pretences of Piety (which makes the Provocation higher) are guilty of this sin of Sacriledge? We read when the City Carthage was taken by the Romanes, the rude Souldiers, rushing into the sacred Temples, stript the Image of Apollo of a golden Robe: but (sayes the History) the Sacrilegious hands of them that took it, were found amongst the Fragments of that sacred Vesture .
And Are there not too many in these Days, that under the Pretences of Piety (which makes the Provocation higher) Are guilty of this since of Sacrilege? We read when the city Carthage was taken by the Romans, the rude Soldiers, rushing into the sacred Temples, stripped the Image of Apollo of a golden Robe: but (Says the History) the Sacrilegious hands of them that took it, were found among the Fragments of that sacred Vesture.
If the like Judgement should befall those that have stript the Church (Christs Monument on Earth) of her Golden Robe, or at least attempted such a Sacriledge, how might we say in the words of the Psalmist a little varied, Many of the men of Might have lost their Hands!
If the like Judgement should befall those that have stripped the Church (Christ Monument on Earth) of her Golden Robe, or At least attempted such a Sacrilege, how might we say in the words of the Psalmist a little varied, Many of the men of Might have lost their Hands!
and the Troubler of Israel, Achan, with his Family and Cattle, dyed in a showre of stones, and were wrapt up in a Sheet of flames, for plundring the Golden Wedge, and Babylonish Garment .
and the Troubler of Israel, achan, with his Family and Cattle, died in a shower of stones, and were wrapped up in a Sheet of flames, for plundering the Golden Wedge, and Babylonish Garment.
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So likewise the Souldiers, which under the Conduct of Quintus Caepio, a Roman Consul, having taken the City Tholouse in France by storm, rifled the rich Temples there, carrying away all the Gold and Silver out of them, were all overtaken by those Judgements, which are in pursuit of such daring Sacrilegists, and came to a miserable end .
So likewise the Soldiers, which under the Conduct of Quintus Caepio, a Roman Consul, having taken the city Toulouse in France by storm, rifled the rich Temples there, carrying away all the Gold and Silver out of them, were all overtaken by those Judgments, which Are in pursuit of such daring Sacrilegists, and Come to a miserable end.
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Thus they that enrich themselves with Sacrilegious hands, do but therein pluck down the Judgements of God upon their own heads. And when Towers fall, the Under-Buildings must needs be batter'd.
Thus they that enrich themselves with Sacrilegious hands, do but therein pluck down the Judgments of God upon their own Heads. And when Towers fallen, the Under-Buildings must needs be battered.
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When Calvin understood how the Senate of Geneva was about to imploy part of the Revenues formerly pertaining to the Monasteries, to Civil Uses, he told them in his Sermon, that he could not endure such Sacrilege, which he knew God, in the end, would punish most severely.
When calvin understood how the Senate of Geneva was about to employ part of the Revenues formerly pertaining to the Monasteries, to Civil Uses, he told them in his Sermon, that he could not endure such Sacrilege, which he knew God, in the end, would Punish most severely.
There's surely a Moral Equity in that Levitical Law; Notwithstanding (saith the LORD to Moses ) no devoted thing that a man shall devote unto the LORD, of all that he hath, both of man and beast,
There's surely a Moral Equity in that Levitical Law; Notwithstanding (Says the LORD to Moses) no devoted thing that a man shall devote unto the LORD, of all that he hath, both of man and beast,
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And therefore the Theft of Achan (in stealing the Golden Wedge , was the Sin of Sacriledge; because the Gold of Jericho was consecrated to the LORD For if a man that hath a true Propriety in his own Goods shall alienate them to anothers use, who can deprive him of them without Intrenchment upon his just Right, to whom they are given? And then is not he guilty of Robbing of God, which shall take away that,
And Therefore the Theft of achan (in stealing the Golden Wedge, was the since of Sacrilege; Because the Gold of Jericho was consecrated to the LORD For if a man that hath a true Propriety in his own Goods shall alienate them to another's use, who can deprive him of them without Entrenchment upon his just Right, to whom they Are given? And then is not he guilty of Robbing of God, which shall take away that,
and turn it to a secular Use, for his own advanrage, which was consecrated to Gods holy service? Yea though a man that dedicates any thing to God, should not do it with a Right intention, yet is it the Lords Right, after it is consecrated to a Religious Ʋse. And therefore Christ calls the Temple built by Herod for vain glory, his Fathers HOUSE, and whips out them that profan'd it .
and turn it to a secular Use, for his own advanrage, which was consecrated to God's holy service? Yea though a man that dedicates any thing to God, should not do it with a Right intention, yet is it the lords Right, After it is consecrated to a Religious Ʋse. And Therefore christ calls the Temple built by Herod for vain glory, his Father's HOUSE, and whips out them that profaned it.
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And should Sacriledge be esteemed a lesse Crime amongst Christians, then it was amongst Heathens? shall we think it a lesse sinne to rob the true God, the Creator of Heaven and Earth, whose Workmanship we are; for his hands have made and fashion'd us;
And should Sacrilege be esteemed a less Crime among Christians, then it was among heathens? shall we think it a less sin to rob the true God, the Creator of Heaven and Earth, whose Workmanship we Are; for his hands have made and fashioned us;
if they to expresse the heinousnesse of this sin, reckon'd it amongst the vilest murders of Bodies, we shall want a sin with which to match it, which is, in effect, a murder of souls. It's sad to think how many thousand souls were murder'd at one stroke,
if they to express the heinousness of this since, reckoned it among the Vilest murders of Bodies, we shall want a since with which to match it, which is, in Effect, a murder of Souls. It's sad to think how many thousand Souls were murdered At one stroke,
when the Revenues of the Church were alienated, in many places in England, an act then which the Infernal Powers could hardly have decreed any thing more Diabolical and Destructive to the Kingdome of Christ, however pretended for the purging of the Land from Superstition and spiritual Tyranny. For have not many thousand souls by this means eternally perisht in their sinnes, who,
when the Revenues of the Church were alienated, in many places in England, an act then which the Infernal Powers could hardly have decreed any thing more Diabolical and Destructive to the Kingdom of christ, however pretended for the purging of the Land from Superstition and spiritual Tyranny. For have not many thousand Souls by this means eternally perished in their Sins, who,
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and scandalous, soul-murthering Ministry, maintain'd by some broken reversions of those rich Revenues which were cut off from the Church, by that cursed Sacriledge? Doubtlesse the Blood of thousands of soules will give Testimony to the truth hereof at the Day of Judgement, to the eternal confusion of such damned Sacrilegists, who if they escap't punishment in this present Life, shall be overtaken with the Wrath and Vengeance of God in the world to come.
and scandalous, Soul-murdering Ministry, maintained by Some broken reversions of those rich Revenues which were Cut off from the Church, by that cursed Sacrilege? Doubtless the Blood of thousands of Souls will give Testimony to the truth hereof At the Day of Judgement, to the Eternal confusion of such damned Sacrilegists, who if they escaped punishment in this present Life, shall be overtaken with the Wrath and Vengeance of God in the world to come.
Of this great evil does Calvin complain (upon account of the Alienation of Abby-Lands, and other depredations made upon the Churches revenues here in England ) in his Epistle to Cranmer, Arch-Bishop of Canterbury, as a mighty obstruction to the prosperous successe of the Gospel, and Hindrance of the flourishing of the Christian Religion. For, sayes he,
Of this great evil does calvin complain (upon account of the Alienation of Abby-Lands, and other depredations made upon the Churches revenues Here in England) in his Epistle to Cranmer, Arch-Bishop of Canterbury, as a mighty obstruction to the prosperous success of the Gospel, and Hindrance of the flourishing of the Christian Religion. For, Says he,
But one thing I understand is an open Obstacle, and that is, that a Sacrilegious Rape is committed upon the Churches Revenues. This is indeed a mischief intolerable.
But one thing I understand is an open Obstacle, and that is, that a Sacrilegious Rape is committed upon the Churches Revenues. This is indeed a mischief intolerable.
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And therefore it was both wise and holy Counsel, and worthy of a Christian Prince, which Christopher of Wittenberg, gave to Andrew, an eminent Divine in his Dominion,
And Therefore it was both wise and holy Counsel, and worthy of a Christian Prince, which Christopher of Wittenberg, gave to Andrew, an eminent Divine in his Dominion,
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that if Count Lodwick should set upon a REFORMATION, that under the Pretence of Religion, he might rob God, and by seizing upon the Revenues of the Church, under the pretence of suppressing SUPERSTITION (because they were anciently given for the maintenance of Monasteries ) turn them to his own private use and advantage, he should presently leave him,
that if Count Lodwick should Set upon a REFORMATION, that under the Pretence of Religion, he might rob God, and by seizing upon the Revenues of the Church, under the pretence of suppressing SUPERSTITION (Because they were anciently given for the maintenance of Monasteries) turn them to his own private use and advantage, he should presently leave him,
How strange is it that such Sacrilegious Persons should go on secure in their sins, without fearing the judgement of God, which is at their heeles in pursuit of them!
How strange is it that such Sacrilegious Persons should go on secure in their Sins, without fearing the judgement of God, which is At their heals in pursuit of them!
What a sad end befel Cardinal Woolsey, that first began to enrich himself by Lands given to Monasteries! And what a revenging hand pursu'd his five chief Agents, that were most serviceable to him in that Sacrilegious Enterprize!
What a sad end befell Cardinal Woolsey, that First began to enrich himself by Lands given to Monasteries! And what a revenging hand pursued his five chief Agents, that were most serviceable to him in that Sacrilegious Enterprise!
a fourth fell from a great estate to extreame Beggery: Dr. Allen, the last and chiefest of them, being made Arch-Bishop of Dublin, was cruelly slaine by his Adversaries.
a fourth fell from a great estate to extreme Beggary: Dr. Allen, the last and chiefest of them, being made Arch-Bishop of Dublin, was cruelly slain by his Adversaries.
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Whereupon sayes the Relator of this sad Story, O that these and such like Examples might teach men to be afraid to meddle with such things as have at any time been consecrated unto God.
Whereupon Says the Relator of this sad Story, Oh that these and such like Examples might teach men to be afraid to meddle with such things as have At any time been consecrated unto God.
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But judgement does not alwayes fall upon the Person, but is sometimes reserv'd for the Posterity of those who have stain'd their hands with the guilt of Sacriledge.
But judgement does not always fallen upon the Person, but is sometime reserved for the Posterity of those who have stained their hands with the guilt of Sacrilege.
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as having made it his Familiar. Amongst the rest he took a golden Vestment from the statue of Jupiter Olympius, and instead thereof put a Cloak of cloth upon it, saying, Gold was too heavy for Summer,
as having made it his Familiar. among the rest he took a golden Vestment from the statue of Jupiter Olympius, and instead thereof put a Cloak of cloth upon it, saying, Gold was too heavy for Summer,
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(Some have pretended the Churches good, in taking away her G••ments of Gold, as if while her cloathing is of wrought Gold, she can never be all glorious within .) Now might not all men expect some remarkable judgement should be inflicted upon this Sacrilegious Tyrant? Yet herein were mens expectations frustrated.
(some have pretended the Churches good, in taking away her G••ments of Gold, as if while her clothing is of wrought Gold, she can never be all glorious within.) Now might not all men expect Some remarkable judgement should be inflicted upon this Sacrilegious Tyrant? Yet herein were men's Expectations frustrated.
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Thus Divine Justice proceeds with a slow pace to a self-vindication by a just Revenge, but yet this delay is dreadful, seeing the slower in striking, the sorer the stroke.
Thus Divine justice proceeds with a slow pace to a self-vindication by a just Revenge, but yet this Delay is dreadful, seeing the slower in striking, the Sorer the stroke.
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Now that Disgrace of his Sonne, which he mentions as the Punishment of the Father, was his Devestment of his splendor and dignity, in his violent Expulsion from his Throne and Government, upon which he liv'd an obscure and ignoble life at Corinth, being had in much scorne and contempt by the People.
Now that Disgrace of his Son, which he mentions as the Punishment of the Father, was his Devestment of his splendour and dignity, in his violent Expulsion from his Throne and Government, upon which he lived an Obscure and ignoble life At Corinth, being had in much scorn and contempt by the People.
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And so great was his disgrace herein that it became a Proverb, Dionysius at Corinth (for so was the Sonne call'd after the Name of his Father ) used to signifie such a one as was fallen from great Honours, and much Applause of the People, into a most disgraceful and contemptible condition.
And so great was his disgrace herein that it became a Proverb, Dionysius At Corinth (for so was the Son called After the Name of his Father) used to signify such a one as was fallen from great Honours, and much Applause of the People, into a most disgraceful and contemptible condition.
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And therefore (sayes the same Authour, continuing his Observations hereupon) Thymasitheus, Prince of the Leparitans, took the wisest course to decline the stroke of an offended and angry Deity.
And Therefore (Says the same Author, Continuing his Observations hereupon) Thymasitheus, Prince of the Leparitans, took the Wisest course to decline the stroke of an offended and angry Deity.
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For, When he understood that it was dedicated by the Romanes to Apollo Pythius, under the Name of TITHES, he caused it to be taken out of the hands of them that would have sold it,
For, When he understood that it was dedicated by the Romans to Apollo Pythius, under the Name of TITHES, he caused it to be taken out of the hands of them that would have sold it,
But behold here another grand Imposture which these profane Politicians put upon the World, when they pretend much zeal for the punishment of this sinne of Sacriledge in others, that they themselves may the more securely,
But behold Here Another grand Imposture which these profane Politicians put upon the World, when they pretend much zeal for the punishment of this sin of Sacrilege in Others, that they themselves may the more securely,
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So when men are mightily active for the Preservation of the Churches Revenues, because thence, by a cursed Sim•niacal Chymistry, or other fraudulent Arts, they can Sacrilegiously extract their own advantage. Philip, King of Macedon, never won so much glory in the World by any Act,
So when men Are mightily active for the Preservation of the Churches Revenues, Because thence, by a cursed Sim•niacal Chemistry, or other fraudulent Arts, they can Sacrilegiously extract their own advantage. Philip, King of Macedon, never wone so much glory in the World by any Act,
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as by that, when he drew his Sword for the revenge of the sinne of Sacriledge upon the Phocians. Hereupon he was adorn'd with glorious Titles. All men thought themselves bound to pay him some Tribute of praise for so noble an enterprize.
as by that, when he drew his Sword for the revenge of the sin of Sacrilege upon the Phocians. Hereupon he was adorned with glorious Titles. All men Thought themselves bound to pay him Some Tribute of praise for so noble an enterprise.
Hence they stil'd him, The renowned revenger of Sacriledge, and defender of Religion; a work worthy of the united virtue and valour of the whole world.
Hence they Styled him, The renowned revenger of Sacrilege, and defender of Religion; a work worthy of the united virtue and valour of the Whole world.
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But how was the glory of this so much honour'd and admir'd action stain'd, when it appear'd that this his REVENGE of SACRILEDGE, was but a Preface of Gold to an Oration of Iron, a plausible pretence for the better carrying on his Ambitious Designes. For having an opportunity not long after, he rais'd to himself a mighty Gaine by the very same sin, whereof his pretended punishment was his greatest glory.
But how was the glory of this so much honoured and admired actium stained, when it appeared that this his REVENGE of SACRILEGE, was but a Preface of Gold to an Oration of Iron, a plausible pretence for the better carrying on his Ambitious Designs. For having an opportunity not long After, he raised to himself a mighty Gain by the very same since, whereof his pretended punishment was his greatest glory.
Thus the times must needs be perillous, when plausible pretences are made use of, for the promoting of pernicious Designes. When REFORMATION is pretended for the RUINE of the Church.
Thus the times must needs be perilous, when plausible pretences Are made use of, for the promoting of pernicious Designs. When REFORMATION is pretended for the RUINE of the Church.
a thing which the pious Prince, Edward the sixth refused, with disdaine of the motion, laying it to his Heart, when one offer'd it him to lay under his Feet, to reach something that was over his head, and above his Reach .
a thing which the pious Prince, Edward the sixth refused, with disdain of the motion, laying it to his Heart, when one offered it him to lay under his Feet, to reach something that was over his head, and above his Reach.
Thus Josephus largely relates the barbarous and savage cruelty of a wicked and bloody Sect among the Jewes, that yet would needs stile themselves the ZEALOTS. The Jews had woful experience of the burning rage of these mens bloody Zeale. For amongst other their barbarous Villanies,
Thus Josephus largely relates the barbarous and savage cruelty of a wicked and bloody Sect among the Jews, that yet would needs style themselves the ZEALOTS. The jews had woeful experience of the burning rage of these men's bloody Zeal. For among other their barbarous Villainies,
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and bloody Outrages , which when they had attain'd to a Predominancy in that miserably distracted Nation, they continually committed upon that poor oppressed People, they slew twelve thousand of the Sonnes of the Nobles, in the Prime and Glory of their Youth, at once to cut them off from any possibility of a present Resistance, and the hopes of a future Revenge, by the hands of their posterity.
and bloody Outrages, which when they had attained to a Predominancy in that miserably distracted nation, they continually committed upon that poor oppressed People, they slew twelve thousand of the Sons of the Nobles, in the Prime and Glory of their Youth, At once to Cut them off from any possibility of a present Resistance, and the hope's of a future Revenge, by the hands of their posterity.
These were the Zealots: For so (sayes he) they called themselves, as being singularly zealous for good Undertakings, whereas there was indeed no Villany in the world so great,
These were the Zealots: For so (Says he) they called themselves, as being singularly zealous for good Undertakings, whereas there was indeed no Villainy in the world so great,
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Now this pestilent Sect so far prevail'd and so strengthn'd their Faction in the chief City of the Land, Jerusalem, that they became the causes of its utter Ruine, with many thousand miseries which hereupon befel the Jewish Nation. For, sayes Josephus.
Now this pestilent Sect so Far prevailed and so strengthened their Faction in the chief city of the Land, Jerusalem, that they became the Causes of its utter Ruin, with many thousand misery's which hereupon befell the Jewish nation. For, Says Josephus.
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But the bloody cruelties of proud Pretenders, and the bleeding Miseries of poor afflicted ones, will at length awake Divine Vengeance. So far did these bloody Zealots proceed in their cruel Practises, that at length they prouoked the God of Patience to scourge them with most cruel Punishments. Their Practises and punishments are thus recorded by the same Historian.
But the bloody cruelties of proud Pretenders, and the bleeding Misery's of poor afflicted ones, will At length awake Divine Vengeance. So Far did these bloody Zealots proceed in their cruel Practises, that At length they provoked the God of Patience to scourge them with most cruel Punishments. Their Practises and punishments Are thus recorded by the same Historian.
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For these being most desperately wicked, murther'd the chief Priests, That so no part of Piety towards God might be preserv'd, but that true Religion, both root and branch might be destroy'd in the Land. By them was the City despoyl'd of its just Priviledges and Immunities, instead whereof they introduc't all manner of Insolencies and Enormities, so far forth as there was not so much as the Face or Footsteps of any good Government left.
For these being most desperately wicked, murdered the chief Priests, That so no part of Piety towards God might be preserved, but that true Religion, both root and branch might be destroyed in the Land. By them was the city despoiled of its just Privileges and Immunities, instead whereof they introduced all manner of Insolences and Enormities, so Far forth as there was not so much as the Face or Footsteps of any good Government left.
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Now, sayes he, Herein was that Generation called the Zealots, most vigorously active, who justifi'd their Name by their Works, verifi'd their Appellation by their Actions.
Now, Says he, Herein was that Generation called the Zealots, most vigorously active, who justified their Name by their Works, verified their Appellation by their Actions.
For they came all of them to an end so agreeable to their enterprizes, that the triumphs of the Divine Justice became illustrious in their deserved punishment.
For they Come all of them to an end so agreeable to their Enterprises, that the Triumphos of the Divine justice became illustrious in their deserved punishment.
For as great torments as humane nature can possibly undergo, did altogether light upon them, which burden of miseries they were forc't to bear to the very last stage of their Lives, and so with the cruel pangs of manifold tormenting Agonies, they were scourg'd into the house of Death.
For as great torments as humane nature can possibly undergo, did altogether Light upon them, which burden of misery's they were forced to bear to the very last stage of their Lives, and so with the cruel pangs of manifold tormenting Agonies, they were scourged into the house of Death.
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But if any man should say, that these sufferings were lesse then their deservings, let him withall remember, that such was the degree of their wickedness, that no punishments could be found that might equalize their Deserts.
But if any man should say, that these sufferings were less then their deservings, let him withal Remember, that such was the degree of their wickedness, that no punishments could be found that might equalise their Deserts.
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Thus we see that some men under pretences of Zeal, have presum'd to act most horrible Villanies; but that the Justice of God hath at length overtaken them,
Thus we see that Some men under pretences of Zeal, have presumed to act most horrible Villainies; but that the justice of God hath At length overtaken them,
and severely chastiz'd them, for all their Insolencies and impieties, with the sorest punishments. However thus much light does clearly shine from this Observation, that while such a cruel Faction of pernitious men prevailes, the Times must needs be perillous.
and severely Chastised them, for all their Insolences and impieties, with the Sorest punishments. However thus much Light does clearly shine from this Observation, that while such a cruel Faction of pernicious men prevails, the Times must needs be perilous.
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Shall the throne of Iniquity have fellowship with Thee, which frameth mischief by a Law? They gather themselves together against the soul of the Righteous, and condemn the innocent blood.
Shall the throne of Iniquity have fellowship with Thee, which frameth mischief by a Law? They gather themselves together against the soul of the Righteous, and condemn the innocent blood.
Now here , the Throne of Iniquity, Junius renders The Throne of misery, and interprets it, the Throne of Tyrants, who oppresse others with causeless calamities, freely bestowing upon them miseries without their merits. Yea, being ever Liberal in such Largesses, they give men Death (the Righteous mans best Reward, when Rebels come to Reigne ) without Desert: for so sayes the Psalmist in the next words, They gather themselves together (as to hold a cruel Court of high Injustice) against the soul (that is, the Life) of the righteous, and condemne the innocent blood (that is, they passe an unjust sentence of condemnation upon the righteous, in the execution whereof they shed innocent blood.) And this mischief which they thus frame against the righteous, they do,
Now Here, the Throne of Iniquity, Junius renders The Throne of misery, and interprets it, the Throne of Tyrants, who oppress Others with causeless calamities, freely bestowing upon them misery's without their merits. Yea, being ever Liberal in such Largesses, they give men Death (the Righteous men best Reward, when Rebels come to Reign) without Desert: for so Says the Psalmist in the next words, They gather themselves together (as to hold a cruel Court of high Injustice) against the soul (that is, the Life) of the righteous, and condemn the innocent blood (that is, they pass an unjust sentence of condemnation upon the righteous, in the execution whereof they shed innocent blood.) And this mischief which they thus frame against the righteous, they do,
The Will of a Tyrant is his Supreame Rule, and (even in matters of Life and Death) his Lusts are his Laws. Neither is there a discrepancy in our Translation, which sayes, he frameth mischief by a Law;
The Will of a Tyrant is his Supreme Rule, and (even in matters of Life and Death) his Lustiest Are his Laws. Neither is there a discrepancy in our translation, which Says, he frameth mischief by a Law;
These Tyrants making Lawes against the Lawes, that so the highest Acts of Injustice and Iniquity, may be coloured with a pretence of Equity and Justice, do frame mischief by a Law contrary to the Law.
These Tyrants making Laws against the Laws, that so the highest Acts of Injustice and Iniquity, may be coloured with a pretence of Equity and justice, do frame mischief by a Law contrary to the Law.
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Mention (says he) is here on purpose made of the Throne, because the Psalmist does not here draw up his accusation against common cut-throats, or pilfering Thieves, there being no need to blazon their Infamy, but he is inveighing against Tyrants, who under a fallacious pretence of RIGHT, do oppress the Church.
Mention (Says he) is Here on purpose made of the Throne, Because the Psalmist does not Here draw up his accusation against Common cutthroats, or pilfering Thieves, there being no need to blazon their Infamy, but he is inveighing against Tyrants, who under a fallacious pretence of RIGHT, do oppress the Church.
The Prophet therefore herein sharply reproves wicked Judges, who though they violently prosecuted men with all manner of Oppressions, would yet make show of holding a right course in the execution of their Office.
The Prophet Therefore herein sharply reproves wicked Judges, who though they violently prosecuted men with all manner of Oppressions, would yet make show of holding a right course in the execution of their Office.
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For so perfidious Judges are wont to make use of many faire colours, to give a beautiful embellishment to the deformed face of their horribly wicked Tyranny, that they may the better maintain the possession of a faire and specious Title.
For so perfidious Judges Are wont to make use of many fair colours, to give a beautiful embellishment to the deformed face of their horribly wicked Tyranny, that they may the better maintain the possession of a fair and specious Title.
Thus that Power and Dominion which is gain'd by wicked Policy, is maintain'd and preserv'd by oppressive Cruelty, and this is oft cover'd under Pretences of Law and Equity.
Thus that Power and Dominion which is gained by wicked Policy, is maintained and preserved by oppressive Cruelty, and this is oft covered under Pretences of Law and Equity.
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And therefore does Calvin justly complain of these sad Disorders, in his Explication of the next words (before rehearst) which represent the unjust processe of these wicked Judges, in conspiring against the Righteous, and condemning the Innocent to Death.
And Therefore does calvin justly complain of these sad Disorders, in his Explication of the next words (before rehearsed) which represent the unjust process of these wicked Judges, in conspiring against the Righteous, and condemning the Innocent to Death.
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It was indeed (says he) a sad and foule Example, that wicked men should so reigne in a Lawfull Assembly, that a Convention of Judges should be nothing else but a Company of Robbers.
It was indeed (Says he) a sad and foul Exampl, that wicked men should so Reign in a Lawful Assembly, that a Convention of Judges should be nothing Else but a Company of Robbers.
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For this is a double Indignity, in the Oppression of Innocent persons, that besides the Injury they therein sustain, they should be loaded with the Reproach and Infamy of a false Charge. And then againe, what can be lesse consonant to a Court of Justice, then that it should be nothing else but a wicked conspiracy for the condemning of the Innocent.
For this is a double Indignity, in the Oppression of Innocent Persons, that beside the Injury they therein sustain, they should be loaded with the Reproach and Infamy of a false Charge. And then again, what can be less consonant to a Court of justice, then that it should be nothing Else but a wicked Conspiracy for the condemning of the Innocent.
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Now if the Times may be estimated from the state and condition of the Church and Saints, who are ever the better (though not the greater ) part of the World, these must needs be accounted evil and perillous Times.
Now if the Times may be estimated from the state and condition of the Church and Saints, who Are ever the better (though not the greater) part of the World, these must needs be accounted evil and perilous Times.
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LORD, how long shall the wicked, how long shall the wicked triumph? How long shall they utter and speak hard things? and all the workers of Iniquity boast themselves? They break in pieces thy People, O LORD: and afflict thine Heritage.
LORD, how long shall the wicked, how long shall the wicked triumph? How long shall they utter and speak hard things? and all the workers of Iniquity boast themselves? They break in Pieces thy People, Oh LORD: and afflict thine Heritage.
When Violence is in the Throne, and Iniquity bears the Sword, these must needs be Times of great Danger and Distresse to the Righteous, who have no way left to relieve themselves under the greatest Oppressions.
When Violence is in the Throne, and Iniquity bears the Sword, these must needs be Times of great Danger and Distress to the Righteous, who have no Way left to relieve themselves under the greatest Oppressions.
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When any of the foure Pillars of Government (sayes the Lord Verulam ) are mainly shaken, or weaken'd (which are Religion, Justice, Counsel and Treasure) men had need to pray for faire weather.
When any of the foure Pillars of Government (Says the Lord Verulam) Are mainly shaken, or weakened (which Are Religion, justice, Counsel and Treasure) men had need to pray for fair weather.
And sayes the Psalmist , If the foundations [ Law and Justice ] be destroy'd, what can the Righteous do? For what can be expected in this case but a cursed Toleration of all impieties? So the Psalmist elsewhere complaines,
And Says the Psalmist, If the foundations [ Law and justice ] be destroyed, what can the Righteous doe? For what can be expected in this case but a cursed Toleration of all impieties? So the Psalmist elsewhere complains,
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Thus the Pirate told Alexander, he did but that with a small company, which himself did with his great Army. Vice arm'd with violence, and crown'd with successe, is presently baptiz'd into the Name of virtue :
Thus the Pirate told Alexander, he did but that with a small company, which himself did with his great Army. Vice armed with violence, and crowned with success, is presently baptized into the Name of virtue:
Now this Exaltation of the vilest of men to the highest Places of Power and Trust, this Investiture of base and unworthy Persons with Honourable Offices of State, is an evil whereof the wise Solomon complaines in his Political Observations.
Now this Exaltation of the Vilest of men to the highest Places of Power and Trust, this Investiture of base and unworthy Persons with Honourable Offices of State, is an evil whereof the wise Solomon complains in his Political Observations.
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as an error which proceedeth from the Ruler, (or, a fruit and effect of Tyranny:) Folly is set in great Dignity (or in great heights ) and the rich sit in low place.
as an error which Proceedeth from the Ruler, (or, a fruit and Effect of Tyranny:) Folly is Set in great Dignity (or in great heights) and the rich fit in low place.
They that proudly contemn God and trample under feet the Ordinances of his worship, do sometimes by Power and Policy invade the Throne, and make the necks of free-born Princes to become their Foot-stool. This hath made some, that before have had some Touch of Religion, turn flat Atheists. Such desperate wretches were those that presum'd to make an audacious Reply to the LORD'S just Charge by the Prophet Malachi ;
They that proudly contemn God and trample under feet the Ordinances of his worship, do sometime by Power and Policy invade the Throne, and make the necks of freeborn Princes to become their Footstool. This hath made Some, that before have had Some Touch of Religion, turn flat Atheists. Such desperate wretches were those that presumed to make an audacious Reply to the LORD'S just Charge by the Prophet Malachi;
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Nothing is more intolerable then a poor man that is extreame Proud, a mean man that is very Ambitious: a Servant that will dominere over his Lord; a Subject that will dare to snatch the Scepter out of the hand of his Soveraigne. Such are the men that make perillous Times. We may see in their Faces several Lineaments of that Pourtraicture which the Apostle gives us of the persons that should make the Times perillous. He tells us they are such as are Proud, Fierce, Traitors, Heady, High-minded .
Nothing is more intolerable then a poor man that is extreme Proud, a mean man that is very Ambitious: a Servant that will dominere over his Lord; a Subject that will Dare to snatch the Sceptre out of the hand of his Sovereign. Such Are the men that make perilous Times. We may see in their Faces several Lineaments of that Portraiture which the Apostle gives us of the Persons that should make the Times perilous. He tells us they Are such as Are Proud, Fierce, Traitors, Heady, High-minded.
When we see then these Properties legibly engraven upon mens Practices, we may conclude, the Prophecy is fulfill'd, the perillous Times spoken of are come.
When we see then these Properties legibly engraven upon men's Practices, we may conclude, the Prophecy is fulfilled, the perilous Times spoken of Are come.
When men of low Estates are set in high Places, and men of ambitious spirits are still contending for Priority, it's very prejudicial to the Common-wealth, and of ill consequence to the Church of God. Plato therefore, who in his Political Discourses undertakes to give us the Model and Plat-forme of a well-govern'd Commonwealth, judges none to be fit for the Government thereof,
When men of low Estates Are Set in high Places, and men of ambitious spirits Are still contending for Priority, it's very prejudicial to the Commonwealth, and of ill consequence to the Church of God. Plato Therefore, who in his Political Discourses undertakes to give us the Model and Platform of a well-governed Commonwealth, judges none to be fit for the Government thereof,
and hunger-starv'd fellows) shall come once to be set over the Common-wealth, they'l make account they may and must raise their private Estates out of the Publick Revenues: This City, this Community is not well constituted, cannot be happy. For hence will arise Contentions for the Principality, which being a kinde of Domestick and Intestine War, will both destroy the Competitors, and the rest of the City.
and Hunger-starved Fellows) shall come once to be Set over the Commonwealth, They'll make account they may and must raise their private Estates out of the Public Revenues: This city, this Community is not well constituted, cannot be happy. For hence will arise Contentions for the Principality, which being a kind of Domestic and Intestine War, will both destroy the Competitors, and the rest of the city.
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To prevent this Oppression of the Poore, by proud Officers of State, 'tis a good Law, that of the Venetians, whereby they punish with Death, whosoever shall employ a penny of the Publick Stock to his own private Profit.
To prevent this Oppression of the Poor, by proud Officers of State, it's a good Law, that of the Venetians, whereby they Punish with Death, whosoever shall employ a penny of the Public Stock to his own private Profit.
For want of these many proud, ambitious spirits, aspiring to Soveraignty, are still kept in a state of servitude. Thus their poverty turns to the profit of the Common-wealth.
For want of these many proud, ambitious spirits, aspiring to Sovereignty, Are still kept in a state of servitude. Thus their poverty turns to the profit of the Commonwealth.
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For hereby they are fetter'd and restrain'd from many Insolencies, which they would otherwise commit, whereby they would encrease their own guilt, and others grief, whose sufferings would become the matter of their Triumphs.
For hereby they Are fettered and restrained from many Insolences, which they would otherwise commit, whereby they would increase their own guilt, and Others grief, whose sufferings would become the matter of their Triumphos.
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For as to the one they are the necessary supporters of Magnificence and Authority; so to the other they are notable Instruments of Oppression and Cruelty. Tis not then without just reason that he thus concludes, Poverty and weaknesse is profitable to bad men,
For as to the one they Are the necessary supporters of Magnificence and authority; so to the other they Are notable Instruments of Oppression and Cruelty. This not then without just reason that he thus concludes, Poverty and weakness is profitable to bad men,
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though his breast be full of Ambition, and his heart of Revenge; yet when proud Politicians, ambitious spirits have once gotten Power in their hands, they will soon raise up riches to themselves, out of the Ruines of others, by an unjust seizure upon the Rights and Revenues of the truly virtuous, who endeavour to cross and obstruct their impious proceedings. And to worse Tyrants then these can a miserable People hardly be enslav'd,
though his breast be full of Ambition, and his heart of Revenge; yet when proud Politicians, ambitious spirits have once got Power in their hands, they will soon raise up riches to themselves, out of the Ruins of Others, by an unjust seizure upon the Rights and Revenues of the truly virtuous, who endeavour to cross and obstruct their impious proceedings. And to Worse Tyrants then these can a miserable People hardly be enslaved,
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Surely Nebuchadnezzars great Tree, whose shadow rob'd a great part of the Earth of the Light of the Sunne, did at the first spring from a small seed of Ambition.
Surely Nebuchadnezar's great Tree, whose shadow robbed a great part of the Earth of the Light of the Sun, did At the First spring from a small seed of Ambition.
When men of low Degree do aspire to the highest Honours, and in pursuit thereof make use of the Sword to gain the Scepter, the Times do presently become perillous.
When men of low Degree do aspire to the highest Honours, and in pursuit thereof make use of the Sword to gain the Sceptre, the Times do presently become perilous.
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Plato, in his Discourse of the Common-wealth, speaks of the several sorts of Government. There is, sayes he, A Government which is called Oligarchie, which is a Government manag'd by a few men,
Plato, in his Discourse of the Commonwealth, speaks of the several sorts of Government. There is, Says he, A Government which is called Oligarchy, which is a Government managed by a few men,
Democracie, or a popular Government, and that generous Government by a Prince, which when it degenerates into an irregular and arbitrary Domination, is by later Writers called Tyranny. After the mention of these, he speaks of
Democracy, or a popular Government, and that generous Government by a Prince, which when it Degenerates into an irregular and arbitrary Domination, is by later Writers called Tyranny. After the mention of these, he speaks of
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then which nothing is more prejudicial to the Peoples Peace and Well-fare. This is a great Punishment of their sinnes, and no small Symptome of perillous Times.
then which nothing is more prejudicial to the Peoples Peace and Welfare. This is a great Punishment of their Sins, and no small symptom of perilous Times.
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Seldome (we say) comes the better. And therefore did that old woman of Sicily pray so heartily for the life of the cruel Tyrant Dionysius; for having lived long,
Seldom (we say) comes the better. And Therefore did that old woman of Sicily pray so heartily for the life of the cruel Tyrant Dionysius; for having lived long,
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and them which sit under such a Government to be Blessed. But now he must wait for Gods bringing him to the government, that expects Gods blessing upon his Government.
and them which fit under such a Government to be Blessed. But now he must wait for God's bringing him to the government, that expects God's blessing upon his Government.
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Cursed desire of Rule. Ambition is wont to seize the Scepter by storme; and such violent Proceedings are usually attended with a multiplicity of Miseries.
Cursed desire of Rule. Ambition is wont to seize the Sceptre by storm; and such violent Proceedings Are usually attended with a Multiplicity of Misery's.
And do we not know that many have attempted the murder of Princes, yea, and have accomplisht their wicked and bloody Designs, that they might make a seizure of the Supream Power, and possesse themselves of the chief seats of Government? Hath not such a Fire of Ambition been kindled in some mens Breasts,
And do we not know that many have attempted the murder of Princes, yea, and have accomplished their wicked and bloody Designs, that they might make a seizure of the Supreme Power, and possess themselves of the chief seats of Government? Hath not such a Fire of Ambition been kindled in Some men's Breasts,
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as that nothing would quench it but the Life-blood of their lawful King? Is not this it for which the LORD complaines of the People of Israel, the children of Ephraim? They are all hot as an oven, and have devoured their Judges;
as that nothing would quench it but the Lifeblood of their lawful King? Is not this it for which the LORD complains of the People of Israel, the children of Ephraim? They Are all hight as an oven, and have devoured their Judges;
That is (sayes a learned and Pious Expositor ) Their rage discovers it self chiefly in their seditions, frequent conspiracies, and murthers of their Kings.
That is (Says a learned and Pious Expositor) Their rage discovers it self chiefly in their seditions, frequent conspiracies, and murders of their Kings.
and so in his Blood founded his most wicked Government; yea, and for his greater security therein he slew all the Royall Family, insomuch as he left not alive any that breath'd .
and so in his Blood founded his most wicked Government; yea, and for his greater security therein he slew all the Royal Family, insomuch as he left not alive any that breathed.
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Thus he that had taught Subjects Treason and Rebellion, by cutting off the Family of his Prince for his own establishment, had his own Family presently after his Death, by the like act, cut off from the Government which he had usurpt.
Thus he that had taught Subjects Treason and Rebellion, by cutting off the Family of his Prince for his own establishment, had his own Family presently After his Death, by the like act, Cut off from the Government which he had usurped.
Thus we read that when Zachariah, the sonne of Jeroboam was made King over Israel, Shallum the sonne of Jabesh conspired against him, and smote him before the People,
Thus we read that when Zachariah, the son of Jeroboam was made King over Israel, Shallum the son of Jabesh conspired against him, and smote him before the People,
And when Shallum the son of Jabesh began to reigne, and had reigned a full moneth in Samaria, Menahem the sonne of Gadi, went up from Tirzah, and came to Samariah, and smote Shallum the sonne of Jabesh in Samaria, and slew him, and reigned in his stead .
And when Shallum the son of Jabesh began to Reign, and had reigned a full Monn in Samaria, Menahem the son of Gadi, went up from Tirzah, and Come to Samaria, and smote Shallum the son of Jabesh in Samaria, and slew him, and reigned in his stead.
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This bloody Menahem to maintain his security in the possession of an usurpt Kingdom, laid heavy Burdens upon all the rich men of Israel, exacting a summe of money from all the mighty men of wealth, for the raising of a thousand Talents of silver, to engage the Forces of the King of Assyria to confirme the Kingdome in his hand .
This bloody Menahem to maintain his security in the possession of an usurped Kingdom, laid heavy Burdens upon all the rich men of Israel, exacting a sum of money from all the mighty men of wealth, for the raising of a thousand Talents of silver, to engage the Forces of the King of Assyria to confirm the Kingdom in his hand.
By this means he held the Kingdome for the space of ten years, and then by the King of Terrours, who would not be bribed with gold, he was at once deprived of his life and Kingdom.
By this means he held the Kingdom for the Molle of ten Years, and then by the King of Terrors, who would not be bribed with gold, he was At once deprived of his life and Kingdom.
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Thus was an Ʋsurper slain, and dispossest of his Kingdome by the hand of a Traitor. But what became of the bloody Parricide, Pekah? Is it not strange that he that waded to the Throne in Blood,
Thus was an Ʋsurper slave, and dispossessed of his Kingdom by the hand of a Traitor. But what became of the bloody Parricide, Pekah? Is it not strange that he that waded to the Throne in Blood,
and rul'd the Kingdome rather by the Sword then Scepter, should for twenty years together sit upon the Throne of Israel? But yet at length behold the Sun of his Soveraignty sets in a cloud of Blood. For it's said , Hoshea the sonne of Elah made a conspiracy against Pekah the sonne of Remaliah, and smote him, and slew him, and reigned in his stead.
and ruled the Kingdom rather by the Sword then Sceptre, should for twenty Years together fit upon the Throne of Israel? But yet At length behold the Sun of his Sovereignty sets in a cloud of Blood. For it's said, Hoshea the son of Elah made a Conspiracy against Pekah the son of Remaliah, and smote him, and slew him, and reigned in his stead.
Thus we have open'd a bloody Scene, and shew'd you the Treasons, Murders, Cruelties, Exactions, Revenge, which are the terrible Attendants, that continually wait upon this State-Fury, AMBITION, which is maintain'd in the world by the Breath of Honour, and the Blood of Kings.
Thus we have opened a bloody Scene, and showed you the Treasons, Murders, Cruelties, Exactions, Revenge, which Are the terrible Attendants, that continually wait upon this State-Fury, AMBITION, which is maintained in the world by the Breath of Honour, and the Blood of Kings.
as a Righteous Judge, and executes his just Judgements upon such perfidious Traitors, and unjust Judges. For, God standeth in the Congregation of the Mighty;
as a Righteous Judge, and executes his just Judgments upon such perfidious Traitors, and unjust Judges. For, God Stands in the Congregation of the Mighty;
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he judgeth among the Gods. How long (saith he) will ye judge unjustly, and accept the Persons of the wicked? The Injustice of men, sollicits the just Vengeance of God.
he Judgeth among the God's How long (Says he) will you judge unjustly, and accept the Persons of the wicked? The Injustice of men, solicits the just Vengeance of God.
He, in his wise and holy Providence, suffers wicked men, for a time, to be set up; but at length by his hand of Power and Justice, he casts them down. And therefore They are but lifted up on high that they may have the greater Fall;
He, in his wise and holy Providence, suffers wicked men, for a time, to be Set up; but At length by his hand of Power and justice, he Cast them down. And Therefore They Are but lifted up on high that they may have the greater Fallen;
I shall therefore conclude these Political Observations with holy Davids Prophetick Representation of the Practice and Punishment of the Profane Politician, with the Praise which he therein returnes unto God.
I shall Therefore conclude these Political Observations with holy Davids Prophetic Representation of the Practice and Punishment of the Profane Politician, with the Praise which he therein returns unto God.
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His mischiefe shall return upon his own Head, and his violent dealing shall come down upon his own Pate, I will praise the LORD according to his Righteousnesse:
His mischief shall return upon his own Head, and his violent dealing shall come down upon his own Pate, I will praise the LORD according to his Righteousness:
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THe Times must needs be perillous, When the most sacred Tyes of Conscience, Oaths, Protestations, Vowes and Covenants, are made no account of, in cases of Loyalty and Religion.
THe Times must needs be perilous, When the most sacred Ties of Conscience, Oaths, Protestations, Vows and Covenants, Are made no account of, in cases of Loyalty and Religion.
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The Laws of men are chaines of Iron; the commands of God, are chaines of Gold; Oaths and Covenants added thereunto, are chaines of Adamant: If Satan once be so strong in men,
The Laws of men Are chains of Iron; the commands of God, Are chains of Gold; Oaths and Covenants added thereunto, Are chains of Adamant: If Satan once be so strong in men,
as that they break all these chaines, we may well expect perillous Times. For what desperate wickednesse will not such men attempt? What horrid and unheard of Villanies will not such men commit,
as that they break all these chains, we may well expect perilous Times. For what desperate wickedness will not such men attempt? What horrid and unheard of Villainies will not such men commit,
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This sin of Perjury and Perfidiousnesse, of false-hood and lying unto God in the violation of Vowes and Covenants, is a sinne which exceedingly incenses Heaven,
This since of Perjury and Perfidiousness, of falsehood and lying unto God in the violation of Vows and Covenants, is a sin which exceedingly incenses Heaven,
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Thus when Saul, out of his zeal for the children of Israel and Judah (as the Scripture tells us) sought to destroy the Gibeonites, as being strangers to the Commonwealth of Israel, God punisht the Violation of that League which Joshuah had long before made with them , by bringing a Famine upon the Land for three years uncessantly in the dayes of David .
Thus when Saul, out of his zeal for the children of Israel and Judah (as the Scripture tells us) sought to destroy the Gibeonites, as being Strangers to the Commonwealth of Israel, God punished the Violation of that League which Joshua had long before made with them, by bringing a Famine upon the Land for three Years uncessantly in the days of David.
Though it be the Fire of Zeal that burns in two these sacred bands, yet will the Fire of Gods wrath be kindled against them that shall voluntarily violate them.
Though it be the Fire of Zeal that burns in two these sacred bans, yet will the Fire of God's wrath be kindled against them that shall voluntarily violate them.
So the LORD threatned Captivity, and very sore Judgements against the Princes and People of Israel, for their violation of their Covenant, of granting a Manumission to their Hebrew servants; and the Punishment answer'd the Prognostick. Observe the Lords Charge and Commination, the sting of that Prophecy, wherewith Jeremiah was sent unto them.
So the LORD threatened Captivity, and very soar Judgments against the Princes and People of Israel, for their violation of their Covenant, of granting a Manumission to their Hebrew Servants; and the Punishment answered the Prognostic. Observe the lords Charge and Commination, the sting of that Prophecy, wherewith Jeremiah was sent unto them.
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Thus saith the LORD, the God of Israel, I made a COVENANT with your Fathers, in the day that I brought them forth out of the Land of Egypt, out of the House of Bondmen, saying, At the end of seven yeares, let ye go every man his Brother an Hebrew, which hath been sold unto thee:
Thus Says the LORD, the God of Israel, I made a COVENANT with your Father's, in the day that I brought them forth out of the Land of Egypt, out of the House of Bondmen, saying, At the end of seven Years, let you go every man his Brother an Hebrew, which hath been sold unto thee:
But ye turned and polluted MY NAME, and caused every man his servant, and every man his Hand-maid, whom he had set at Liberty at their pleasure to returne,
But you turned and polluted MY NAME, and caused every man his servant, and every man his Handmaid, whom he had Set At Liberty At their pleasure to return,
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behold, I proclaime a Liberty for you saith the LORD, to the Sword, to the Pestilence, and to the Famine, and I will make you to be removed into all the Kingdoms of the Earth.
behold, I proclaim a Liberty for you Says the LORD, to the Sword, to the Pestilence, and to the Famine, and I will make you to be removed into all the Kingdoms of the Earth.
when they cut the Calfe in twaine [ a Rite signifying, so let it be done to him that shall violate his Covenant ] and passed between the Parts thereof, the Princes of Judah, and the Princes of Jerusalem, the Eunuchs, and the Priests, and all the People of the Land, which passed between the Parts of the Calfe, I will even give them into the hand of their Enemies, and into the hand of them that seek their Life, and their dead Bodies shall be for meat unto the Fowles of the Heaven, and to the Beasts of the Earth.
when they Cut the Calf in twaine [ a Rite signifying, so let it be done to him that shall violate his Covenant ] and passed between the Parts thereof, the Princes of Judah, and the Princes of Jerusalem, the Eunuchs, and the Priests, and all the People of the Land, which passed between the Parts of the Calf, I will even give them into the hand of their Enemies, and into the hand of them that seek their Life, and their dead Bodies shall be for meat unto the Fowls of the Heaven, and to the Beasts of the Earth.
And Zedekiah King of Judah, and his Princes will I give into the hand of their Enemies, and into the Hand of them that seek their Life, and into the Hand of the King of Babylons Army, which are gone up from you.
And Zedekiah King of Judah, and his Princes will I give into the hand of their Enemies, and into the Hand of them that seek their Life, and into the Hand of the King of Babylons Army, which Are gone up from you.
and take it, and burne it with Fire, and I will make the Cities of Judah a Desolation, without an inhabitant. Thus for this sinne of Covenant-breaking may God break in pieces a perfidious People with the Iron Rod of War,
and take it, and burn it with Fire, and I will make the Cities of Judah a Desolation, without an inhabitant. Thus for this sin of Covenant-breaking may God break in Pieces a perfidious People with the Iron Rod of War,
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For this sinne does the Lord, by the Prophet Amos, draw up a Charge likewise against Tyrus; Thus saith the LORD, For three transgressions of Tyrus, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; because they delivered up the whole Captivity to Edom, and remembred not the BROTHERLY COVENANT [ which was formerly made between David and Solomon Kings of Judah, and Hiram, King of Tyre, who being Brethren by identity of Office, as Kings;
For this sin does the Lord, by the Prophet Amos, draw up a Charge likewise against Tyre; Thus Says the LORD, For three transgressions of Tyre, and for four, I will not turn away the punishment thereof; Because they Delivered up the Whole Captivity to Edom, and remembered not the BROTHERLY COVENANT [ which was formerly made between David and Solomon Kings of Judah, and Hiram, King of Tyre, who being Brothers by identity of Office, as Kings;
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and mutual Amity, as Friends, did hereby knit the Bands of Brotherhood with a faster knot ] But I will send a Fire on the Wall of Tyrus, which shall devoure the Palaces thereof.
and mutual Amity, as Friends, did hereby knit the Bans of Brotherhood with a faster knot ] But I will send a Fire on the Wall of Tyre, which shall devour the Palaces thereof.
God himself takes an Oath, and solemnly swears by his Life, that he will punish the King of Judah with Death, and his People with Destruction, for his violation of his Oath and Covenant with the King of Babylon. See how severely the Lord proceeds against him for this Sin. Say now to the Rebellious House (sayes the LORD to the Prophet Ezekiel ) Know ye not what these things mean? Tell them,
God himself Takes an Oath, and solemnly swears by his Life, that he will Punish the King of Judah with Death, and his People with Destruction, for his violation of his Oath and Covenant with the King of Babylon. See how severely the Lord proceeds against him for this Sin. Say now to the Rebellious House (Says the LORD to the Prophet Ezekielem) Know you not what these things mean? Tell them,
and be delivered? As I live saith the Lord GOD, surely in the place where the King dwelleth that made him King, whose OATH he despised, and whose COVENANT he brake, even with him in the midst of Babylon, he shall die. Neither shall Pharaoh with his mighty Army, and great Company make for him in the War, by casting up Mounts, and building Forts, to cut off many Persons.
and be Delivered? As I live Says the Lord GOD, surely in the place where the King dwells that made him King, whose OATH he despised, and whose COVENANT he brake, even with him in the midst of Babylon, he shall die. Neither shall Pharaoh with his mighty Army, and great Company make for him in the War, by casting up Mounts, and building Forts, to Cut off many Persons.
Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD, As I live, surely mine OATH that he hath despised, and my COVENANT that he hath broken,, even it will I recompence upon his own head. And I will spread my Net upon him, and he shall be taken in my snare, and I will bring him to Babylon, and will plead with him there,
Therefore thus Says the Lord GOD, As I live, surely mine OATH that he hath despised, and my COVENANT that he hath broken,, even it will I recompense upon his own head. And I will spread my Net upon him, and he shall be taken in my snare, and I will bring him to Babylon, and will plead with him there,
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Thus will no Force, no Confederacy availe for the securing of that person from a deserved Punishment, who by this sin of Perjury, and Covenant-breaking is become obnoxious to Divine Justice.
Thus will no Force, no Confederacy avail for the securing of that person from a deserved Punishment, who by this since of Perjury, and Covenant-breaking is become obnoxious to Divine justice.
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The Romanes censure of it, in the Law of the twelve Tables was this, Though Perjury have no punishment amongst men but Disgrace, it's punish't by God with Destruction.
The Romans censure of it, in the Law of the twelve Tables was this, Though Perjury have no punishment among men but Disgrace, it's punished by God with Destruction.
That which was thus detestable amongst Heathens, should be much more abominable amongst Christians. However God hath declar'd his Wrath against it from Heaven,
That which was thus detestable among heathens, should be much more abominable among Christians. However God hath declared his Wrath against it from Heaven,
The Emperour Albert had made a Truce with the great Turk, and solemnly ratifi'd the same with an Oath. But Pope Eugenius the fourth sent him a Dispensation from his Oath, and excited him to renew the Warre against the Turk. Thus does the man of sin make void the Law of God. But in the first battel wherein the Emperour engaged, he was discomfited and slaine.
The Emperor Albert had made a Truce with the great Turk, and solemnly ratified the same with an Oath. But Pope Eugenius the fourth sent him a Dispensation from his Oath, and excited him to renew the War against the Turk. Thus does the man of since make void the Law of God. But in the First battle wherein the Emperor engaged, he was discomfited and slain.
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Thus he that with his Sword cut in two the sacred Band of his Oath, had his Perjury written by his enemies Sword, with his own Blood; whereas had he kept his Oath, he might have sav'd his Life. But the Infidels hereupon took occasion to cast reproach upon Christianity, as a Religion that gave Patronage to Perjury, and Covenant-breaking, when the most solemne Obligation had been sealed with the Name of Christ. Thus Covenant-breaking brings the most blessed Religion in the World into contempt, and makes Christianity the scorne and reproach of Heathens.
Thus he that with his Sword Cut in two the sacred Band of his Oath, had his Perjury written by his enemies Sword, with his own Blood; whereas had he kept his Oath, he might have saved his Life. But the Infidels hereupon took occasion to cast reproach upon Christianity, as a Religion that gave Patronage to Perjury, and Covenant-breaking, when the most solemn Obligation had been sealed with the Name of christ. Thus Covenant-breaking brings the most blessed Religion in the World into contempt, and makes Christianity the scorn and reproach of heathens.
Uladislaus, King of Hungary, having for a time manag'd his War with Amurath the great Turk, with good successe, at length brought him to conditions of Peace, which were to himself sufficiently advantagious.
Vladislaus, King of Hungary, having for a time managed his War with Amurath the great Turk, with good success, At length brought him to conditions of Peace, which were to himself sufficiently advantageous.
For upon this Agreement certaine Provinces were to be restored to the Hungarians, which otherwise could not have been recover'd by the sword without the losse of many Lives.
For upon this Agreement certain Provinces were to be restored to the Hungarians, which otherwise could not have been recovered by the sword without the loss of many Lives.
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But a Peace being concluded betwixt them, a solemne League and Covenant for the confirmation thereof, was interchangably sealed with an Oath, taken by both Parties.
But a Peace being concluded betwixt them, a solemn League and Covenant for the confirmation thereof, was interchangeably sealed with an Oath, taken by both Parties.
But the Pope (whose Holinesse was thought sufficient to sanctifie the sinfulnesse of the vilest Perjury) sent a Letter of Dispensation to his son Uladislaus, as a Key of his Cabinet, to unlock those Bonds and Fetters wherewith he was bound hand and foot, from the further prosecution of the Warre with the Turks.
But the Pope (whose Holiness was Thought sufficient to sanctify the sinfulness of the Vilest Perjury) sent a letter of Dispensation to his son Vladislaus, as a Key of his Cabinet, to unlock those Bonds and Fetters wherewith he was bound hand and foot, from the further prosecution of the War with the Turks.
and Cardinal Julian, the Popes Legate in Hungary, on the other hand, help to lift him up out of his Honourable Restraint (the Liberty of Warre being barr'd up to him by a League of Peace ) into an infamous Freedome by strong sollicitations to the renewal of the War with Amurath. Hereupon staining the glory of his Crown with the breach of his Covenant, he assaulted the Turk unawares with a great Army, who yet rallying his Forces with all the speed and vigour he could, gave him Battel.
and Cardinal Julian, the Popes Legate in Hungary, on the other hand, help to lift him up out of his Honourable Restraint (the Liberty of War being barred up to him by a League of Peace) into an infamous Freedom by strong solicitations to the renewal of the War with Amurath. Hereupon staining the glory of his Crown with the breach of his Covenant, he assaulted the Turk unawares with a great Army, who yet rallying his Forces with all the speed and vigour he could, gave him Battle.
But at length the Scales began to turne, and Victory forsaking the Army of Amurath, seem'd now ready to alight upon the Standard of Uladislaus. Amurath perceiving this,
But At length the Scales began to turn, and Victory forsaking the Army of Amurath, seemed now ready to alight upon the Standard of Vladislaus. Amurath perceiving this,
and withal seeing a Crucifix in a displayed Ensigne of the Christians Army advanc't against him, pluckt the Writing, wherein the late League was contain'd, out of his bosome,
and withal seeing a Crucifix in a displayed Ensign of the Christians Army advanced against him, plucked the Writing, wherein the late League was contained, out of his bosom,
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and the injury offer'd unto me, upon thy perjur'd People, who though they honour thee in their Words, do in their Deeds deny thee. Immediately hereupon the battel turn'd, and th• Turks prevail'd mightily against the Christians.
and the injury offered unto me, upon thy perjured People, who though they honour thee in their Words, do in their deeds deny thee. Immediately hereupon the battle turned, and th• Turks prevailed mightily against the Christians.
The Christians fled before the Mahumetans, and perish't by a miserable slaughter, eleven thousand being slaine in the place, very few escaping with their Lives.
The Christians fled before the Mahumetans, and perished by a miserable slaughter, eleven thousand being slain in the place, very few escaping with their Lives.
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Thus hath the Blood and Lives of many slaughter'd Christians given testimony to the Justice of God triumphing in the punishment of Perjury, and the violation of Covenants. This is that which (according to the intent of the wicked counsel of Balaam ) engages God himselfe against his own People.
Thus hath the Blood and Lives of many slaughtered Christians given testimony to the justice of God triumphing in the punishment of Perjury, and the violation of Covenants. This is that which (according to the intent of the wicked counsel of balaam) engages God himself against his own People.
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That he gave him no small thanks for that by his Perjury he had made the Gods angry with the Persians, who he hoped for his Fidelity would be favourable to the Grecians.
That he gave him no small thanks for that by his Perjury he had made the God's angry with the Persians, who he hoped for his Fidis would be favourable to the Greeks.
because (however otherwise acomplish't with Princely Virtues ) he made no account of keeping his Oaths, but swore and unswore, as might stand best with his Interest. How justly may we expect that God will root out the Posterity of perjur'd persons from the Land, however they may at present flourish in their worldly prosperity!
Because (however otherwise accomplished with Princely Virtues) he made no account of keeping his Oaths, but swore and unswore, as might stand best with his Interest. How justly may we expect that God will root out the Posterity of perjured Persons from the Land, however they may At present flourish in their worldly Prosperity!
Though all things (at present) come alike to all; yea, though he that sweareth and violateth his Oath be more successeful then he that feareth an Oath, yet there is a day of account to come, wherein God will bring every work into judgement ,
Though all things (At present) come alike to all; yea, though he that Sweareth and violateth his Oath be more successful then he that fears an Oath, yet there is a day of account to come, wherein God will bring every work into judgement,
as over the head of Damocles in the Palace of Dionysius, a sword was hung by a haire, which when he perceived, he could take no Pleasure in all the sumptuous Preparations which the Tyrant had made to give him a momentany tast of his worldly greatnesse and felicity.
as over the head of Damocles in the Palace of Dionysius, a sword was hung by a hair, which when he perceived, he could take no Pleasure in all the sumptuous Preparations which the Tyrant had made to give him a momentany taste of his worldly greatness and felicity.
The Lord hath said, that he will be a swift witnesse against the false swearers, and though they say to God, Depart from us, the LORD hath said, I will come near to you, to judgement.
The Lord hath said, that he will be a swift witness against the false swearers, and though they say to God, Depart from us, the LORD hath said, I will come near to you, to judgement.
The perjur'd person shall not be able to keep that flying Roll out of his house, which shall bring in with it that curse of God, which shall consume his dwelling place.
The perjured person shall not be able to keep that flying Roll out of his house, which shall bring in with it that curse of God, which shall consume his Dwelling place.
Personal sins shall have Personal punishments. But when a sin is become common and National, justly may we feare some National judgement. How justly may God spread a thunder-cloud over a whole Land for the punishment of the sinne of falsehood and perjury, in the violation of sacred Oaths and Covenants.
Personal Sins shall have Personal punishments. But when a since is become Common and National, justly may we Fear Some National judgement. How justly may God spread a thunder-cloud over a Whole Land for the punishment of the sin of falsehood and perjury, in the violation of sacred Oaths and Covenants.
nor mercy, nor knowledge of God in the Land? When by swearing and forswearing the Land is polluted, may we not justy feare that the Land shall mourn, and that every one that dwelleth therein shall languish ? Will not the Lord hew that people in pieces by the sword, and consume that City with the Plague, that shall break the sacred band of a solemn Covenant? Thus saith the LORD by Moses to his people Israel, concerning this sin;
nor mercy, nor knowledge of God in the Land? When by swearing and forswearing the Land is polluted, may we not justy Fear that the Land shall mourn, and that every one that dwells therein shall languish? Will not the Lord hew that people in Pieces by the sword, and consume that city with the Plague, that shall break the sacred band of a solemn Covenant? Thus Says the LORD by Moses to his people Israel, Concerning this since;
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And more sad and fearful yet it is, when this sin is twisted with the sin of Treason and Rebellion, and committed under pretences of Religion. The souldiers of Alexander, called Argyraspides, because by Alexanders gift, they wore Silver Shields (as Plutarch relates of them) were grand TRAYTORS to their GENERAL, to whom they had bound themselves by many solemne OATHS and PROTESTATIONS, insomuch that Antigonus, with whom they had treacherously comply'd against their Prince, the sonne of Alexander, and their General, Eumenes, whom they had deliver'd up bound into his hands,
And more sad and fearful yet it is, when this since is twisted with the since of Treason and Rebellion, and committed under pretences of Religion. The Soldiers of Alexander, called Argyraspides, Because by Alexanders gift, they wore Silver Shields (as Plutarch relates of them) were grand TRAITORS to their GENERAL, to whom they had bound themselves by many solemn OATHS and PROTESTATIONS, insomuch that Antigonus, with whom they had treacherously complied against their Prince, the son of Alexander, and their General, Eumenes, whom they had Delivered up bound into his hands,
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When men under the silver shields of Religious Pretences, presume they shall be secure in the guilt of the detestable sinnes of Perjury, Treason, and Rebellion, they shall be sure not to escape punishment by the Iron sword of Justice.
When men under the silver shields of Religious Pretences, presume they shall be secure in the guilt of the detestable Sins of Perjury, Treason, and Rebellion, they shall be sure not to escape punishment by the Iron sword of justice.
But now when such hateful vices as these lift up their heads, and proudly outbraving all opposition, usurp the Throne of the most Heroick Virtues, we may safely conclude the dayes are come, which the Apostle hath foretold us shall be perillous times. For these are those very black brands, and marks of Infamy wherewith the Apostle hath stigmatiz'd those sinners, which (how Saint-like soever they should appear in their Disguise of formal godlinesse ) should by their diffusive wickednesse make the dayes Evil, the Times perillous.
But now when such hateful vices as these lift up their Heads, and proudly outbraving all opposition, usurp the Throne of the most Heroic Virtues, we may safely conclude the days Are come, which the Apostle hath foretold us shall be perilous times. For these Are those very black brands, and marks of Infamy wherewith the Apostle hath stigmatized those Sinners, which (how Saintlike soever they should appear in their Disguise of formal godliness) should by their diffusive wickedness make the days Evil, the Times perilous.
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such as betray the Persons or Interests of those that have reposed Trust in them, and to whom they are oblig'd by solemne Oaths and Protestations of fidelity;
such as betray the Persons or Interests of those that have reposed Trust in them, and to whom they Are obliged by solemn Oaths and Protestations of Fidis;
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such as are disobedient to their Natural or Political Parents, who rise up in Rebellion against their lawful Princes and Governours, to whom they have sworne Alleagiance, or at least made solemn Protestations of subjection and service, with hazard of their Lives and Estates.
such as Are disobedient to their Natural or Political Parents, who rise up in Rebellion against their lawful Princes and Governors, to whom they have sworn Allegiance, or At least made solemn Protestations of subjection and service, with hazard of their Lives and Estates.
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for which purpose, I shall produce the interpretations of some of the most solid, pious, and judicious Divines, who may deservedly be reckoned amongst the best Expositors.
for which purpose, I shall produce the interpretations of Some of the most solid, pious, and judicious Divines, who may deservedly be reckoned among the best Expositors.
For now they shall say, We have no King ] Within a very short time God shall take away their King, &c. This taking away of a King, is a remarkable Evidence of Gods Wrath , and convincing the same, even to a people obdurate in sin, that would faine deny Gods hand to be in it .
For now they shall say, We have no King ] Within a very short time God shall take away their King, etc. This taking away of a King, is a remarkable Evidence of God's Wrath, and convincing the same, even to a people obdurate in since, that would feign deny God's hand to be in it.
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Thus did these wicked wretches cast of all Loyalty in cutting off their King; and for the further aggravation of their daring crimes, they cast off all Religion too, in their breaking their OATH of Allegiance to their King,
Thus did these wicked wretches cast of all Loyalty in cutting off their King; and for the further aggravation of their daring crimes, they cast off all Religion too, in their breaking their OATH of Allegiance to their King,
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and their COVENANT of new Obedience to God, as if they resolv'd by some desperate Designe, to shew themselves profest Enemies both to God and Man. For to this purpose are the following words interpreted;
and their COVENANT of new obedience to God, as if they resolved by Some desperate Design, to show themselves professed Enemies both to God and Man. For to this purpose Are the following words interpreted;
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instead of wholesome judgement, to relieve the oppressed, cruel Oppression covers the Land, which, as poysonous Hemlock, overgrows the poore oppressed People, who by the barbarous usages,
instead of wholesome judgement, to relieve the oppressed, cruel Oppression covers the Land, which, as poisonous Hemlock, overgrows the poor oppressed People, who by the barbarous usages,
Or, as others interpret it of their punishments, which they shall at length procure to themselves by these wicked practises; Gods Judgements shall multiply like Hemlock,
Or, as Others interpret it of their punishments, which they shall At length procure to themselves by these wicked practises; God's Judgments shall multiply like Hemlock,
Thus they that sowe Injustice shall at length reap Judgement. When such cursed seed as this is cast into a Land, it will not faile to yeeld a plentiful Crop of Miseries and Vexations.
Thus they that sow Injustice shall At length reap Judgement. When such cursed seed as this is cast into a Land, it will not fail to yield a plentiful Crop of Misery's and Vexations.
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Hence then we may safely conclude, that evil Dayes, perillous Times are at hand, when men make no conscience of Oathes and Covenants, in Matters of Loyalty and Religion. The sixt Symptome. Practical Atheisme.
Hence then we may safely conclude, that evil Days, perilous Times Are At hand, when men make no conscience of Oaths and Covenants, in Matters of Loyalty and Religion. The sixt symptom. Practical Atheism.
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When men pretending to act for the Cause of God, and the good of his precious people, having by such barbarous and bloody Enterprises, as make the very Earth to blush under the eye of heaven, accomplish't their cursed Designes, shall dare to charge the actual accomplishment thereof upon the all-glorious God,
When men pretending to act for the Cause of God, and the good of his precious people, having by such barbarous and bloody Enterprises, as make the very Earth to blush under the eye of heaven, accomplished their cursed Designs, shall Dare to charge the actual accomplishment thereof upon the All-glorious God,
as the very report thereof casts astonishment upon the mindes of all men that have not utterly banisht all humanity and fear of God, shall yet say, This is the LORDS doing,
as the very report thereof Cast astonishment upon the minds of all men that have not utterly banished all humanity and Fear of God, shall yet say, This is the LORDS doing,
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and Just, and good, the Author of such intolerable Insolencies, unparallel'd Impieties, and superlative sinnes of these desperately daring spirits? These are certainly the perillous Times whereof the Apostle hath forewarn'd the people of God.
and Just, and good, the Author of such intolerable Insolences, unparalleled Impieties, and superlative Sins of these desperately daring spirits? These Are Certainly the perilous Times whereof the Apostle hath forewarned the people of God.
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This was the wonted Practise of that man of sinne, the sonne of Perdition, who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God , insomuch as it grew to a Proverb, All mischief comes a Gods Name.
This was the wonted practice of that man of sin, the son of Perdition, who Opposeth and Exalteth himself above all that is called God, insomuch as it grew to a Proverb, All mischief comes a God's Name.
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He dethrones Princes, makes unjust Warre against Nations and Kingdomes, persecutes Christians to death with as much Cruelty as any of the Heathen Emperours, gives dispensations to subjects to rebel against their Soveraignes, absolving them from their Oaths of Alleagiance, and all Obligations to Loyalty and Obedience,
He dethrones Princes, makes unjust War against nations and Kingdoms, persecutes Christians to death with as much Cruelty as any of the Heathen emperors, gives dispensations to subject's to rebel against their Sovereigns, absolving them from their Oaths of Allegiance, and all Obligations to Loyalty and obedience,
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and all this in the Name of God, and by the pretended conduct of the Divine Providence. And does not this Mystery of Iniquity still work in the Christian world? And must not these high Provocations of God needs make perillous Times? When men entitle God to the greatest Irregularities, and most detestable Impieties that ever were acted amongst men.
and all this in the Name of God, and by the pretended conduct of the Divine Providence. And does not this Mystery of Iniquity still work in the Christian world? And must not these high Provocations of God needs make perilous Times? When men entitle God to the greatest Irregularities, and most detestable Impieties that ever were acted among men.
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When men securely act the highest Rebellions, and as securely proceed in these audacious actings under the pretended Patronage of the Divine Providence. Was not God infinitely Patient, he would send down Fire from heaven to consume such Atheists on earth.
When men securely act the highest Rebellions, and as securely proceed in these audacious actings under the pretended Patronage of the Divine Providence. Was not God infinitely Patient, he would send down Fire from heaven to consume such Atheists on earth.
How oft hath the Church of God been put into Blood by those that in their displayed Banners have borne the Name of God! How oft hath that sacred Name IMMANUEL, GOD WITH US, been abus'd by them that have assembled all their forces to fight against God! How oft have they glory'd in the Appearings of the LORD of Hosts for them, who when they have prosper'd in their audacious attempts, have dar'd to bid defiance to the Hosts of the LORD! How vainly have men boasted that the Name of the LORD hath been a strong Tower of defence unto them,
How oft hath the Church of God been put into Blood by those that in their displayed Banners have born the Name of God! How oft hath that sacred Name IMMANUEL, GOD WITH US, been abused by them that have assembled all their forces to fight against God! How oft have they gloried in the Appearings of the LORD of Hosts for them, who when they have prospered in their audacious attempts, have dared to bid defiance to the Hosts of the LORD! How vainly have men boasted that the Name of the LORD hath been a strong Tower of defence unto them,
when (by divine permission) they have prosper'd in those enormous actings, which carry in them a flat Contradiction to all Gods glorious attributes! Thus is the Name of God fearfully abus'd by the worst of men.
when (by divine permission) they have prospered in those enormous actings, which carry in them a flat Contradiction to all God's glorious attributes! Thus is the Name of God fearfully abused by the worst of men.
Thus do the Practitioners of the black Art (a fit name for so dreadful a Work of Darknesse ) make use of the Name of God for the raising up the Devil. And do not profane Politicians practise the same Art? And is not this the way to turne the Earth into a Hell? needs then must the times be perillous,
Thus do the Practitioners of the black Art (a fit name for so dreadful a Work of Darkness) make use of the Name of God for the raising up the devil. And do not profane Politicians practise the same Art? And is not this the Way to turn the Earth into a Hell? needs then must the times be perilous,
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Plato, a Heathen Philosopher, so abhor'd all Representations of God, the CHIEFEST GOOD, as the Authour or Patron of such irregularities and grand enormities by men committed,
Plato, a Heathen Philosopher, so abhorred all Representations of God, the CHIEFEST GOOD, as the Author or Patron of such irregularities and grand enormities by men committed,
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for the satisfaction of their own lusts, as that he determines it utterly unfit that any such thing should be so much as once spoken or written in a well order'd Common-wealth, lest it should administer an occasion to people to entertain any Conceits of God, unworthy of the purity and goodnesse of his most holy nature.
for the satisfaction of their own Lustiest, as that he determines it utterly unfit that any such thing should be so much as once spoken or written in a well ordered Commonwealth, lest it should administer an occasion to people to entertain any Conceits of God, unworthy of the purity and Goodness of his most holy nature.
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God is not the Authour of Evil. How may this testimony of Plato make these impious Politicians, who pretend they have been taught in the School of Christ, to blush at their impieties were they not as well shamelesse as Godlesse ) in charging God foolishly, with those successeful attempts and monstruous atchievements which could never have been brought forth into the World,
God is not the Author of Evil. How may this testimony of Plato make these impious Politicians, who pretend they have been taught in the School of christ, to blush At their impieties were they not as well shameless as Godless) in charging God foolishly, with those successful attempts and monstruous achievements which could never have been brought forth into the World,
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or have seen the light, had not the very sinews of Law and Justice been cut asunder with the sword! How wickedly are such enormities offer'd to the Peoples kind embraces,
or have seen the Light, had not the very sinews of Law and justice been Cut asunder with the sword! How wickedly Are such enormities offered to the Peoples kind embraces,
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as issuing from the womb of Gods most wise and holy Counsels, and midwif't into the world by the powerful efficiency of his good hand of Providence, when they are indeed the Births of their own Policies, and the proper issues of their own inventions! That God had a hand in permitting them, we grant;
as issuing from the womb of God's most wise and holy Counsels, and midwifed into the world by the powerful efficiency of his good hand of Providence, when they Are indeed the Births of their own Policies, and the proper issues of their own Inventions! That God had a hand in permitting them, we grant;
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for there is no evil done without the Permission of the Divine Providence: And that he will have a hand in Punishing them, they shall at length feele, by their own woful experience, who were the Actors of those enormities, which they blasphemously charge upon God as the Authour. God will certainly vindicate the glory of his holiness, by the severe punishment of such bold Blasphemers, such presumptuous Atheists.
for there is no evil done without the Permission of the Divine Providence: And that he will have a hand in Punishing them, they shall At length feel, by their own woeful experience, who were the Actors of those enormities, which they blasphemously charge upon God as the Author. God will Certainly vindicate the glory of his holiness, by the severe punishment of such bold Blasphemers, such presumptuous Atheists.
Yea, such fearful Provocations may at length pluck down dreadful Judgements upon the whole Land. The Times therefore must needs be perillous when the great God is thus provokt by such fearful blasphemies, and horrid impieties. The seventh Symptome. Impiety acted with Impunity.
Yea, such fearful Provocations may At length pluck down dreadful Judgments upon the Whole Land. The Times Therefore must needs be perilous when the great God is thus provoked by such fearful Blasphemies, and horrid impieties. The seventh symptom. Impiety acted with Impunity.
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and those who accomplish their ungodly designes by the most injurious means, and yet presume to entitle God to their impious proceedings, do not only escape punishment under these high Provocations, but also prosper in their works, and flourish in the world. Thus does God sometimes permit it to be,
and those who accomplish their ungodly designs by the most injurious means, and yet presume to entitle God to their impious proceedings, do not only escape punishment under these high Provocations, but also prosper in their works, and flourish in the world. Thus does God sometime permit it to be,
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and other Graces; as also for a judicial hardening of such Atheists in their wicked wayes, to their just Destruction. Thus sometimes those that work wickednesse are set up and established,
and other Graces; as also for a judicial hardening of such Atheists in their wicked ways, to their just Destruction. Thus sometime those that work wickedness Are Set up and established,
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Thus Righteousnesse does not onely for the present lose its reward, and Iniquity escape with Impunity; but righteous men are opprest and contemn'd, and the wicked are exalted, and crown'd with Dignity and honour,
Thus Righteousness does not only for the present loose its reward, and Iniquity escape with Impunity; but righteous men Are oppressed and contemned, and the wicked Are exalted, and crowned with Dignity and honour,
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This is that of which the Wise man complain'd , There is a vanity which is done upon the Earth, that there be just men, to whom it happeneth according to the work of the wicked;
This is that of which the Wise man complained, There is a vanity which is done upon the Earth, that there be just men, to whom it Happeneth according to the work of the wicked;
and also in respect of their souls and spiritual condition, wherein they are obnoxious to many sore Temptations, as to call in question Gods Providence, and to faint in the wayes of Righteousnesse. Thus was holy Davids Faith stagger'd, his feet almost slipt, and he was in danger of a fearful Fall, and began to speak unadvisedly with his lips, while he gave way to carnal reasonings, and so drew a false Commentary upon the sacred Text of Gods Providences, darken'd by wicked mens prosperity in the world.
and also in respect of their Souls and spiritual condition, wherein they Are obnoxious to many soar Temptations, as to call in question God's Providence, and to faint in the ways of Righteousness. Thus was holy Davids Faith staggered, his feet almost slipped, and he was in danger of a fearful Fallen, and began to speak unadvisedly with his lips, while he gave Way to carnal reasonings, and so drew a false Commentary upon the sacred Text of God's Providences, darkened by wicked men's Prosperity in the world.
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For I was envious at the foolish, when I saw the prosperity of the wicked. Then he describes the tranquility of their State, their Impunity and exemption from trouble, notwithstanding all the insolencies, irregularities,
For I was envious At the foolish, when I saw the Prosperity of the wicked. Then he describes the tranquillity of their State, their Impunity and exemption from trouble, notwithstanding all the insolences, irregularities,
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And they say, how doth God know? And is there knowledge in the most high? Behold these are the ungodly who prosper in the world; they encrease in riches. And how sad a Conclusion did the Psalmist, under this temptation, draw from these premises. Verily, I have cleansed my heart in vaine,
And they say, how does God know? And is there knowledge in the most high? Behold these Are the ungodly who prosper in the world; they increase in riches. And how sad a Conclusion did the Psalmist, under this temptation, draw from these premises. Verily, I have cleansed my heart in vain,
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as Calvin speaks, This their Impunity through Gods Forbearance, when they do, as it were set themselves on purpose to provoke his vengeance, is the ground of their proud Triumphs, and insolent insultations over his Providence, Patience and Justice.
as calvin speaks, This their Impunity through God's Forbearance, when they do, as it were Set themselves on purpose to provoke his vengeance, is the ground of their proud Triumphos, and insolent insultations over his Providence, Patience and justice.
A sore and hurtful temptation, not onely as it nourishes a secret Prejudice against the Divine Providence, as suffering things to go out of Order, but also as it unbridles unruly lusts, and emboldens to walk in forbidden wayes, while it banishes the fear of punishment, and flatters the soul with promises of security in sinne. This then must needs make the Times perillous.
A soar and hurtful temptation, not only as it Nourishes a secret Prejudice against the Divine Providence, as suffering things to go out of Order, but also as it unbridles unruly Lustiest, and emboldens to walk in forbidden ways, while it Banishes the Fear of punishment, and flatters the soul with promises of security in sin. This then must needs make the Times perilous.
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Concerning this therefore does the Prophet expostulate with the Lord, as the cause of many Calamities to the Land. Righteous art thou O LORD (sayes he ) when I plead with thee:
Concerning this Therefore does the Prophet expostulate with the Lord, as the cause of many Calamities to the Land. Righteous art thou Oh LORD (Says he) when I plead with thee:
] Wherefore doth the way of the wicked prosper? Wherefore are all they happy that deale very treacherously? Thou hast planted them, yea, they have taken toot:
] Wherefore does the Way of the wicked prosper? Wherefore Are all they happy that deal very treacherously? Thou hast planted them, yea, they have taken toot:
Wilt thou O Lord for ever suffer these wicked ones, who are the cause that the whole countrey is ruin'd through thy just wrath ? ] The Beasts are consum'd, and the Birds, [ viz. by the drought and Famine brought upon the whole land for the punishment of the excesses of these wicked ones,
Wilt thou Oh Lord for ever suffer these wicked ones, who Are the cause that the Whole country is ruined through thy just wrath? ] The Beasts Are consumed, and the Birds, [ viz. by the drought and Famine brought upon the Whole land for the punishment of the Excesses of these wicked ones,
True, this Jeremy telleth us what at length will befal us, and that all our present prosperity shall end in extreame misery: but his words are but winde; he will never live to see any such matter befall us;
True, this Jeremiah Telleth us what At length will befall us, and that all our present Prosperity shall end in extreme misery: but his words Are but wind; he will never live to see any such matter befall us;
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] Thus do the worlds proud Potentates, under pretences of Piety, securely proceed in their wayes of wickednesse, secretly slighting the Lords threatnings,
] Thus do the world's proud Potentates, under pretences of Piety, securely proceed in their ways of wickedness, secretly slighting the lords threatenings,
and contemning his Providence, because they are not presently overtaken with their oft deserved punishments. And does not this Prosperity and Immunity of such profane Politicians, presumptuous Atheists, speak the times evil and perillous?
and contemning his Providence, Because they Are not presently overtaken with their oft deserved punishments. And does not this Prosperity and Immunity of such profane Politicians, presumptuous Atheists, speak the times evil and perilous?
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But now it pleases God in his most holy and righteous providence, to permit it thus to be, that wicked men being hereby judicially hardened in their sinnes, might more securely passe on and be punished, and so at length be suddenly swallow'd up into an inevitable Destruction. Thus, there is a time wherein one man ruleth over another to his own hurt :
But now it Pleases God in his most holy and righteous providence, to permit it thus to be, that wicked men being hereby judicially hardened in their Sins, might more securely pass on and be punished, and so At length be suddenly swallowed up into an inevitable Destruction. Thus, there is a time wherein one man Ruleth over Another to his own hurt:
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But at length God bringeth the wheele of his Providence over them, and stretching forth his hand of Power, arm'd with Justice against them, he suddenly thrusts them down from the top of their earthly pomp and glory into a dreadful destruction.
But At length God brings the wheel of his Providence over them, and stretching forth his hand of Power, armed with justice against them, he suddenly thrusts them down from the top of their earthly pomp and glory into a dreadful destruction.
That is, when thy PROVIDENCE, which seemeth to sleep during the time of their Impunity, shall awake to their just punishment, then shall their earthly prosperity, and all their worldly greatnesse and glory, which is but an IMAGE of happinesse vanish away,
That is, when thy PROVIDENCE, which seems to sleep during the time of their Impunity, shall awake to their just punishment, then shall their earthly Prosperity, and all their worldly greatness and glory, which is but an IMAGE of happiness vanish away,
and cleares the case of their present impunity, by setting before us the triumphs of the Divine Justice in their future Punishment, their final destruction.
and clears the case of their present impunity, by setting before us the Triumphos of the Divine justice in their future Punishment, their final destruction.
Their Bull gendreth and faileth not, their Cow calveth, and casteth not her Calfe. They send forth their little ones like a flock, and their children dance.
Their Bull gendereth and Faileth not, their Cow calveth, and Cast not her Calf. They send forth their little ones like a flock, and their children dance.
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What is the Almighty that we should serve him? And what profit should we have if we pray unto him? Loe, their good is not in their hand, the counsel of the wicked is far from me.
What is the Almighty that we should serve him? And what profit should we have if we pray unto him? Lo, their good is not in their hand, the counsel of the wicked is Far from me.
How oft is the Candle of the wicked put out? And how oft cometh their destruction upon them? God distributeth sorrows in his Anger. They are as stubble before the winde, and as chaff that the storme carrieth away. God layeth up his Iniquity [ or, the punishment of his iniquity ] for his children: he rewardeth him, and HE SHALL KNOW IT.
How oft is the Candle of the wicked put out? And how oft comes their destruction upon them? God distributeth sorrows in his Anger. They Are as stubble before the wind, and as chaff that the storm Carrieth away. God Layeth up his Iniquity [ or, the punishment of his iniquity ] for his children: he Rewardeth him, and HE SHALL KNOW IT.
His eyes shall see his destruction, and he shall drink of the wrath of the Almighty. Now what can be more pleasant and desirable then the Beginning of these wicked worldlings;
His eyes shall see his destruction, and he shall drink of the wrath of the Almighty. Now what can be more pleasant and desirable then the Beginning of these wicked worldlings;
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and what can be more dreadfull and formidable then their latter End? And further, sayes he, Why, seeing times are not hidden from the Almighty, do they that know him, not see his Dayes? i. e.
and what can be more dreadful and formidable then their latter End? And further, Says he, Why, seeing times Are not hidden from the Almighty, do they that know him, not see his Days? i. e.
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This may be understood (sayes a late Expositor ) of the like violence, wherewith Tyrants shall be cut off, by which they have cut off other Mighty and great men: as Thrasibulus, King of the Milesians, by striking off with his staffe certain ears of corne (which began to lift up their heads above their fellows) and Tarquin, King of the Romanes, by doing the like to certaine Poppies in his Garden, signified their mindes to have divers chiefe men beheaded: which was accordingly accomplished.
This may be understood (Says a late Expositor) of the like violence, wherewith Tyrants shall be Cut off, by which they have Cut off other Mighty and great men: as Thrasibulus, King of the Milesians, by striking off with his staff certain ears of corn (which began to lift up their Heads above their Fellows) and Tarquin, King of the Romans, by doing the like to certain Poppies in his Garden, signified their minds to have diverse chief men beheaded: which was accordingly accomplished.
and carry out their most enormous enterprizes with IMPUNITY and GOOD SUCCESSE, such Times must needs be extreamly perillous. For hereby a wide gap will be open'd to many grand impieties, which will all heighten the provocation of God, to inflict upon such a people his sorest Judgements. For as those that truly fear God will hereby be much discourag'd in the wayes of truth and righteousnesse,
and carry out their most enormous Enterprises with IMPUNITY and GOOD SUCCESSE, such Times must needs be extremely perilous. For hereby a wide gap will be opened to many grand impieties, which will all heighten the provocation of God, to inflict upon such a people his Sorest Judgments. For as those that truly Fear God will hereby be much discouraged in the ways of truth and righteousness,
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so will the wicked be much harden'd and hearten'd in their sinnes, and embolden'd to proceed in their Impieties, as the surest path to Prosperity, Greatnesse, and Honour in the world.
so will the wicked be much hardened and heartened in their Sins, and emboldened to proceed in their Impieties, as the Surest path to Prosperity, Greatness, and Honour in the world.
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Thus will multitudes unite their strength, with these strong Cords of wickednesse, to pluck down Gods heaviest Judgements upon their own heads, which may involve all the Inhabitants of such a sinful Nation in Misery, Affliction and Woe.
Thus will Multitudes unite their strength, with these strong Cords of wickedness, to pluck down God's Heaviest Judgments upon their own Heads, which may involve all the Inhabitants of such a sinful nation in Misery, Affliction and Woe.
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Plutarch, in his Morals, hath an excellent Discourse upon this Subject, from which I shall select a few Passages which speak fully to our present Purpose. It cannot surely either be unpleasant or unprofitable to heare a Heathen discoursing of the Providences of God in permitting of sinnes,
Plutarch, in his Morals, hath an excellent Discourse upon this Subject, from which I shall select a few Passages which speak Fully to our present Purpose. It cannot surely either be unpleasant or unprofitable to hear a Heathen discoursing of the Providences of God in permitting of Sins,
and then presently to behold NATURE coming in with her golden Lamp, and clearing up the Divine Justice in a severe compensation of this delay, partly by Judgements more seasonably executed in this life,
and then presently to behold NATURE coming in with her golden Lamp, and clearing up the Divine justice in a severe compensation of this Delay, partly by Judgments more seasonably executed in this life,
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It also obscures the rayes of Righteousnesse, and scatters the Feares of wickednesse. But Plutarch most divinely commends Sobriety in judging of the things of God.
It also obscures the rays of Righteousness, and scatters the Fears of wickedness. But Plutarch most divinely commends Sobriety in judging of the things of God.
For as one unskilful in the art of Musick or Warre, or Physick (as he excellently illustrates it) not knowing the grounds and reasons thereof, is not able to give a right judgement of the actings of those that are expert in these Arts: so much lesse fit are we to prescribe a method to the wise Providence of God for the Punishment of Offendors.
For as one unskilful in the art of Music or War, or Physic (as he excellently illustrates it) not knowing the grounds and Reasons thereof, is not able to give a right judgement of the actings of those that Are expert in these Arts: so much less fit Are we to prescribe a method to the wise Providence of God for the Punishment of Offenders.
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though he sees it not meet to manifest them to his creatures, who by the Law of their Being which they have received from him, are bound quietly to submit to all his determinations,
though he sees it not meet to manifest them to his creatures, who by the Law of their Being which they have received from him, Are bound quietly to submit to all his determinations,
For (sayes he) even Humane Lawes, the Reason unknown, would seem absurd; yet being made by Reasonable Creatures we would not presently judge them irrationall.
For (Says he) even Humane Laws, the Reason unknown, would seem absurd; yet being made by Reasonable Creatures we would not presently judge them irrational.
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When God therefore delays the Execution of his Judgement upon sinners for the punishment of their crimes, 'tis not for fear of Error or Repentance, but to give us an example of Patience and Meeknesse, to banish from us Anger and Impetuousnesse in punishing Offences and revenging wrongs.
When God Therefore delays the Execution of his Judgement upon Sinners for the punishment of their crimes, it's not for Fear of Error or Repentance, but to give us an Exampl of Patience and Meekness, to banish from us Anger and Impetuousness in punishing Offences and revenging wrongs.
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Thus we see what sound and solid doctrine is taught in the School of a Heathen Moralist, concerning those Providences of God which sometimes puzzle the thoughts of sober and understanding Christians.
Thus we see what found and solid Doctrine is taught in the School of a Heathen Moralist, Concerning those Providences of God which sometime puzzle the thoughts of Sobrium and understanding Christians.
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Hence also we may take notice that this Impunity of wicked men, notwithstanding all their Provocations, is a matter of ordinary Occurrence, and universal Observation.
Hence also we may take notice that this Impunity of wicked men, notwithstanding all their Provocations, is a matter of ordinary Occurrence, and universal Observation.
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Moreover such times must needs be perillous, if we consider that Gods permission of people to proceed in wayes of wickednesse without punishment, is the sorest Judgement, and a sad presage of the utter d•struction of such a sinful people.
Moreover such times must needs be perilous, if we Consider that God's permission of people to proceed in ways of wickedness without punishment, is the Sorest Judgement, and a sad presage of the utter d•struction of such a sinful people.
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Ah sinful Nation! (sayes the LORD concerning Israel, when they were design'd to destruction ) a People laden with iniquity, a seed of evil Doers, children that are corrupters;
Ah sinful nation! (Says the LORD Concerning Israel, when they were designed to destruction) a People laden with iniquity, a seed of evil Doers, children that Are corrupters;
the whole head is sick, and the whole heart faint. From the sole of the foot even unto the head, there is no soundnesse in it, but wounds, and bruises, and putrifying sores;
the Whole head is sick, and the Whole heart faint. From the sole of the foot even unto the head, there is no soundness in it, but wounds, and bruises, and Putrifying sores;
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and it is desolate, as overthrown by strangers. And the daughter of Zion is left as a Cottage in a vineyard, as a Lodge in a garden of Cucumbers, as a besieged City.
and it is desolate, as overthrown by Strangers. And the daughter of Zion is left as a Cottage in a vineyard, as a Lodge in a garden of Cucumbers, as a besieged city.
Hereby they are but reserved for some greater Judgement, fitted for a sorer punishment. God never spake with a more wrathful voice to the people of Israel, and to the children of Ephraim, then when he said, I will not punish your daughters when they commit whoredome,
Hereby they Are but reserved for Some greater Judgement, fitted for a Sorer punishment. God never spoke with a more wrathful voice to the people of Israel, and to the children of Ephraim, then when he said, I will not Punish your daughters when they commit whoredom,
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and so are the more Exemplary in their abominations) to proceed without punishment in their sins, its a fearful presage of some General Judgement to be inflicted upon the whole Land. Thus it was in the case of Ephraims and Israels sin.
and so Are the more Exemplary in their abominations) to proceed without punishment in their Sins, its a fearful presage of Some General Judgement to be inflicted upon the Whole Land. Thus it was in the case of Ephraim's and Israel's since.
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When great persons escape punishment from God in the guilt of flagitious enormities, and fearful Provocations, let the whole Land tremble for fear of Gods judgements.
When great Persons escape punishment from God in the guilt of flagitious enormities, and fearful Provocations, let the Whole Land tremble for Fear of God's Judgments.
THe Prediction of perillous Times is certainly accomplish't, When the simplicity of the TRUTH, and true WORSHIP of God, is out-fac't by the impudency of ERROUR, false WORSHIP and profanenesse.
THe Prediction of perilous Times is Certainly accomplished, When the simplicity of the TRUTH, and true WORSHIP of God, is outfaced by the impudence of ERROR, false WORSHIP and profaneness.
When Errour shall set up its Throne in the Temple of God (a Christian Church) and Truth shall be set at the footstoole. When false worship shall lift up its head, and true worship shall hang the Wing. When Profanenesse shall proudly presse into the Sanctuary,
When Error shall Set up its Throne in the Temple of God (a Christian Church) and Truth shall be Set At the footstool. When false worship shall lift up its head, and true worship shall hang the Wing. When Profaneness shall proudly press into the Sanctuary,
When the ancient and venerable Truth and true Religion shall grow out of Credit, and Errour, false worship and Profanenesse, as a new upstart clad in a glorious Disguise, and waited on by his insolent Atendants, on either hand, shall be all in Fashion and favour. When the latter shall be suffer'd to brow-beat and justle out the former, in many places of the Land. When the Vultures shall drive the Doves from their Houses,
When the ancient and venerable Truth and true Religion shall grow out of Credit, and Error, false worship and Profaneness, as a new upstart clad in a glorious Disguise, and waited on by his insolent Attendants, on either hand, shall be all in Fashion and favour. When the latter shall be suffered to browbeat and justle out the former, in many places of the Land. When the Vultures shall drive the Dove from their Houses,
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When false Teachers, the Captaines of the Train-bands of the Prince of Darkness, who for the carrying on of this designe, transformes himself into an Angel of Light , shall by their Satanical stratagems, so far prevaile against the Kingdome of Christ, as to carry away Captive many of his Subjects, who in their Baptisme receiv'd their Press-money to fight under his Banner, the perillous Times prophecy'd of by the Apostle are come .
When false Teachers, the Captains of the Train-bands of the Prince of Darkness, who for the carrying on of this Design, transforms himself into an Angel of Light, shall by their Satanical stratagems, so Far prevail against the Kingdom of christ, as to carry away Captive many of his Subject's, who in their Baptism received their Press-money to fight under his Banner, the perilous Times prophesied of by the Apostle Are come.
Doubtlesse the Times are perillous when Saints shall be rejected as sinners, and Seducers shall be received as Saints, though they daily grow worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived .
Doubtless the Times Are perilous when Saints shall be rejected as Sinners, and Seducers shall be received as Saints, though they daily grow Worse and Worse, deceiving and being deceived.
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When Religion shall be derided as superstition, and humane inventions shall be obtruded upon seduced Christians as the Ordinances of Christ. When the proud Philistines shall defie the Army of the Israelites, the Hosts of the Living God,
When Religion shall be derided as Superstition, and humane Inventions shall be obtruded upon seduced Christians as the Ordinances of christ. When the proud philistines shall defy the Army of the Israelites, the Hosts of the Living God,
When Dagon is brought into the Temple of God, and set above the Ark; when Jeroboams Calves have more Worshippers and Followers then the God of Israel; when Christ in his Ministers is set at naught by Herod and his men of War; When true Christianity is crucifi•d betwixt two thieves, Er•or on the one hand,
When Dagon is brought into the Temple of God, and Set above the Ark; when Jeroboams Calves have more Worshippers and Followers then the God of Israel; when christ in his Ministers is Set At nought by Herod and his men of War; When true Christianity is crucifi•d betwixt two thieves, Er•or on the one hand,
Now when Christians that have been consecrated by Baptisme to be Temples of the Holy Ghost, shall turn themselves into Temples of such phantastick Idols, of their own Invention, this must needs be a sinne highly provoking the Lord to Jealousie, and so speak the Times perillous.
Now when Christians that have been consecrated by Baptism to be Temples of the Holy Ghost, shall turn themselves into Temples of such fantastic Idols, of their own Invention, this must needs be a sin highly provoking the Lord to Jealousy, and so speak the Times perilous.
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And if we search the Prophecies of the New Testament, we shall finde that the arising and abounding of false Teachers, Hereticks and Seducers is expresly foretold to be in the last dayes, when the Apostle hath told us perillous Times shall come. False-Fires are not wont to appear till the approach of Night: and these misguiding New-lights shall appear in the evening of the world;
And if we search the Prophecies of the New Testament, we shall find that the arising and abounding of false Teachers, Heretics and Seducers is expressly foretold to be in the last days, when the Apostle hath told us perilous Times shall come. False-Fires Are not wont to appear till the approach of Night: and these misguiding New-lights shall appear in the evening of the world;
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Our Saviour in his discourse of the end of the world, and Prophecy of those things which should come to passe in the last dayes, forewarns us of such deceivers.
Our Saviour in his discourse of the end of the world, and Prophecy of those things which should come to pass in the last days, forewarns us of such deceivers.
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believe it not. For there shall arise false Christs, and false Prophets, and shall shew great signes and wonders, insomuch that (if it were possible) they shall deceive the very Elect. Behold I have told you before.
believe it not. For there shall arise false Christ, and false prophets, and shall show great Signs and wonders, insomuch that (if it were possible) they shall deceive the very Elect. Behold I have told you before.
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God, before his wheat is gather'd into his Garner, before his Church on Earth is translated into Heaven, before gracious Saints are taken up into his glorious Kingdome, will suffer the windes of false Doctrines to blow thereupon, that so graceless ones, who are as Chaff, carryed about with every winde of Doctrine , may be separated from the Wheat, the truly gracious.
God, before his wheat is gathered into his Garner, before his Church on Earth is translated into Heaven, before gracious Saints Are taken up into his glorious Kingdom, will suffer the winds of false Doctrines to blow thereupon, that so graceless ones, who Are as Chaff, carried about with every wind of Doctrine, may be separated from the Wheat, the truly gracious.
And sayes the Apostle Peter, There were false prophets also among the People, even as there shall be false Teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable Heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them,
And Says the Apostle Peter, There were false Prophets also among the People, even as there shall be false Teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable Heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them,
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In the former, sayes he, Now the spirit speaketh expresly, that in the latter Times some shall depart from the Faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and Doctrines of Devils: speaking lies in hypocrisie, having their conscience sear•d with a hot iron.
In the former, Says he, Now the Spirit speaks expressly, that in the latter Times Some shall depart from the Faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and Doctrines of Devils: speaking lies in hypocrisy, having their conscience sear•d with a hight iron.
So likewise does the Apostle John tell us, that the coming of many Antichrists (false Teachers opposing the Doctrine of Christ contain'd in the Gospel) does manifestly discover that it is the last time .
So likewise does the Apostle John tell us, that the coming of many Antichrists (false Teachers opposing the Doctrine of christ contained in the Gospel) does manifestly discover that it is the last time.
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Thus we see its undenyably manifest from the Holy Scriptures, that False Teachers, Sectaries and Seducers shall abound in the Church of God in the last dayes, which the Apostle hath told us shall be perillous Times. Whence we may certainly conclude that whensoever these Locusts and Caterpillars shall abound amongst us,
Thus we see its undeniably manifest from the Holy Scriptures, that False Teachers, Sectaries and Seducers shall abound in the Church of God in the last days, which the Apostle hath told us shall be perilous Times. Whence we may Certainly conclude that whensoever these Locusts and Caterpillars shall abound among us,
And that we may the more infallibly know when those very Sectaries and Seducers are come, which are spoken of in these Prophecies, there are certain Marks and Characters stampt upon them by the Holy Ghost, whereby they may be easily and infallibly known to us.
And that we may the more infallibly know when those very Sectaries and Seducers Are come, which Are spoken of in these Prophecies, there Are certain Marks and Characters stamped upon them by the Holy Ghost, whereby they may be Easily and infallibly known to us.
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So the Apostle to his Prediction of Perillous times, subjoyns a large Description of those Erroneous Persons, who by their pernicious Practises, should make the times so perillous .
So the Apostle to his Prediction of Perilous times, subjoins a large Description of those Erroneous Persons, who by their pernicious Practises, should make the times so perilous.
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He describes them by very many Characters (which we have already view'd) to which might many more be added from several other places of Scripture, wherein they are in their proper Colours represented to us.
He describes them by very many Characters (which we have already viewed) to which might many more be added from several other places of Scripture, wherein they Are in their proper Colours represented to us.
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These seducing spirits then, which raise Stormes in the State, and cause Confusions in the Church, may be known by these distinguishing Marks and Characters, which follow.
These seducing spirits then, which raise Storms in the State, and cause Confusions in the Church, may be known by these distinguishing Marks and Characters, which follow.
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The Apostle Paul having recommended to Timothy the preaching and pressing of the sound and Orthodox Doctrines of the Gospel, subjoynes this premonitory description of False Teachers.
The Apostle Paul having recommended to Timothy the preaching and pressing of the found and Orthodox Doctrines of the Gospel, subjoins this premonitory description of False Teachers.
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yet ] KNOWING NOTHING [ or, having no right understanding, no setled and solid knowledge of any thing ] but doting [ or, sick ] about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh Envy, Strife, Railings, Evil surmisings, Perverse disputings [ chafing and galling one another with unprofitable Contentions ] of men of corrupt Mindes,
yet ] KNOWING NOTHING [ or, having no right understanding, no settled and solid knowledge of any thing ] but doting [ or, sick ] about questions and strifes of words, whereof comes Envy, Strife, Railings, Evil surmisings, Perverse disputings [ chafing and galling one Another with unprofitable Contentions ] of men of corrupt Minds,
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They appear beautiful and glo•ious in the eyes of the simple, who are deceived with their Colours, when indeed there's nothing at all in them but winde and emptynesse. What glorious vaunts of knowledge have some Vile Sects made, who have been no better then the Glowwormes of the Night.
They appear beautiful and glo•ious in the eyes of the simple, who Are deceived with their Colours, when indeed there's nothing At all in them but wind and Emptiness. What glorious vaunts of knowledge have Some Vile Sects made, who have been no better then the Glowworms of the Night.
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Certain Sectaries in Aragon called themselves the Illuminated, as if they onely had been in Light, and all the world besides in Darknesse. Foolish People!
Certain Sectaries in Aragon called themselves the Illuminated, as if they only had been in Light, and all the world beside in Darkness. Foolish People!
The Nicholaitans and Valentinians called themselves GNOSTICKS (a name signifying Knowledge ) as conceiting all others besides themselves, to be grosly ignorant of the great Mysteries of Religion.
The Nicolaitans and Valentinians called themselves GNOSTICKS (a name signifying Knowledge) as Conceit all Others beside themselves, to be grossly ignorant of the great Mysteres of Religion.
They might (perhaps) more fitly have been stiled Luciferians (for their Pride ) as a pestilent Sect that arose up after them, were called upon another account.
They might (perhaps) more fitly have been styled Luciferians (for their Pride) as a pestilent Sect that arose up After them, were called upon Another account.
The proud Heretick Eunomius, boasted that he was able with his understanding to fathome the Depths of Gods Divinity, and to search into his hidden Glory. But the wise Father Saint Basil, to convince him of his Ignorance, and the folly of his Arrogance, in thinking to measure the Ocean with his Cockle-shell, puzzled him with one and twenty Questions about the Body of an Ant .
The proud Heretic Eunomius, boasted that he was able with his understanding to fathom the Depths of God's Divinity, and to search into his hidden Glory. But the wise Father Saint Basil, to convince him of his Ignorance, and the folly of his Arrogance, in thinking to measure the Ocean with his Cockleshell, puzzled him with one and twenty Questions about the Body of an Ant.
These Weeds grow apace in a rank soile. They are proud spirits which trample upon Pearles of Truth, which the children of God weare, as Jewels in their bosomes.
These Weeds grow apace in a rank soil. They Are proud spirits which trample upon Pearls of Truth, which the children of God wear, as Jewels in their bosoms.
Truth makes a solid Judgement and an humble Heart, when Errour makes a vaine Minde, and a proud Spirit. The second Mark. Self-separation from the true Church.
Truth makes a solid Judgement and an humble Heart, when Error makes a vain Mind, and a proud Spirit. The second Mark. Self-separation from the true Church.
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They shun Communion with the Members of the true Church, for feare of Pollution, and separate themselves (as they pretend) into purer communion. Thus the Pharisees, Gnosticks, Adamites, the filthiest Sects, have done.
They shun Communion with the Members of the true Church, for Fear of Pollution, and separate themselves (as they pretend) into Purer communion. Thus the Pharisees, Gnostics, Adamites, the filthiest Sects, have done.
These indeed made a Profession of more Purity then ordinary, but their Practises were well known to be full of Pollution. The Pharisees made a faire shew outwardly,
These indeed made a Profession of more Purity then ordinary, but their Practises were well known to be full of Pollution. The Pharisees made a fair show outwardly,
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but within (by our Saviours own Testimony ) they were full or all manner of Filthinesse and Iniquity. Whence he fitly compares them to whited Sepulchres, which are Beautiful and splendid without,
but within (by our Saviors own Testimony) they were full or all manner of Filthiness and Iniquity. Whence he fitly compares them to whited Sepulchres, which Are Beautiful and splendid without,
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The Gnosticks who pretended to be wholely taken up with sublime Speculations, did yet so farre plunge themselves into the vilest Impurities, and filthiest Abominations, that the Name of Borborites (taken from Mire and Mud ) was fitly set upon them,
The Gnostics who pretended to be wholly taken up with sublime Speculations, did yet so Far plunge themselves into the Vilest Impurities, and filthiest Abominations, that the Name of borborites (taken from Mire and Mud) was fitly Set upon them,
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And while they would be thought to have escaped the pollutions of the World through the KNOWLEDGE of the Lord Jesus, and the Mysteries of the Gospel, they returned with the dog to his own vomit, and as The Sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire .
And while they would be Thought to have escaped the pollutions of the World through the KNOWLEDGE of the Lord jesus, and the Mysteres of the Gospel, they returned with the dog to his own vomit, and as The Sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire.
Not long after the Gnosticks, sprung up that filthy Sect of the Adamites, who under that Name cloath'd their Nakednesse with the Pretences of the same Purity, that Adam had in his state of Innocency. But their very Principles led to Uncleannesse, and their Practices were full of Pollution. For they held it unlawful for men or women to wear any cloaths in their Assemblies for worship,
Not long After the Gnostics, sprung up that filthy Sect of the Adamites, who under that Name clothed their Nakedness with the Pretences of the same Purity, that Adam had in his state of Innocency. But their very Principles led to Uncleanness, and their Practices were full of Pollution. For they held it unlawful for men or women to wear any clothes in their Assemblies for worship,
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as a thing very unsutable to the Nature and intent of their meetings, which were to be esteemed the onely Paradise on Earth, wherein they were to enjoy the Pleasures of eternal Life, and not to expect them in Heaven. For as God brought Adam into his Paradise, so should Christians enter into theirs, naked, casting away their Cloathes, as the Badges of their sin and shame, from which they were perfectly freed (which is both the Opinion and Practice of many Quakers at this day) being perfectly pure and holy. In their Night-Assemblies (for that time they chose,
as a thing very unsuitable to the Nature and intent of their meetings, which were to be esteemed the only Paradise on Earth, wherein they were to enjoy the Pleasures of Eternal Life, and not to expect them in Heaven. For as God brought Adam into his Paradise, so should Christians enter into theirs, naked, casting away their Clothes, as the Badges of their sin and shame, from which they were perfectly freed (which is both the Opinion and Practice of many Quakers At this day) being perfectly pure and holy. In their Night-Assemblies (for that time they chosen,
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as indeed fittest for their works of darknesse ) after some extravagant Discourses of Religion (for they rejected Prayer as needlesse, seeing God knowes our wants without our Advertisement) they put out their Lights, and so committed all manner of Uncleannesse in their Promiscuous Copulations. How fitly does the Apostles Character and description of the unbelieving Gentiles pertaine unto them!
as indeed Fittest for their works of darkness) After Some extravagant Discourses of Religion (for they rejected Prayer as needless, seeing God knows our Wants without our Advertisement) they put out their Lights, and so committed all manner of Uncleanness in their Promiscuous Copulations. How fitly does the Apostles Character and description of the unbelieving Gentiles pertain unto them!
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So a Pestilent Sect (as Sands relates it) sprang up not long since in Arag•n (whose Founders were a crew of their hypocritical Priests ) who at the first professing a kinde of Angelical Purity, fell suddenly to the very contrary point of justifying Bestiality.
So a Pestilent Sect (as Sands relates it) sprang up not long since in Arag•n (whose Founders were a crew of their hypocritical Priests) who At the First professing a kind of Angelical Purity, fell suddenly to the very contrary point of justifying Bestiality.
Concerning such saith the Lord, by the Prophet Isaiah, I have spread out my hands all the day unto a rebellious People, which walketh in a way that was not good, after their own thoughts:
Concerning such Says the Lord, by the Prophet Isaiah, I have spread out my hands all the day unto a rebellious People, which walks in a Way that was not good, After their own thoughts:
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So the Samaritans, for the same Reason, refused to hold so much as any Civil Correspondency with the Jews, though they were, (however corrupt) the onely People at that time whereof consisted that Church of God, wherein onely men might, upon any Scripture-ground, expect salvation .
So the Samaritans, for the same Reason, refused to hold so much as any Civil Correspondency with the jews, though they were, (however corrupt) the only People At that time whereof consisted that Church of God, wherein only men might, upon any scripture-ground, expect salvation.
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Of such also does the Apostle Jude speak, when warning the believing Hebrews of Mock rs that should come in the last Time, who should walke after their own ungodly Lusts, he sayes, These be they who SEPARATE themselves, sensual, having not the Spirit. Vile hypocrites!
Of such also does the Apostle U^de speak, when warning the believing Hebrews of Mock rs that should come in the last Time, who should walk After their own ungodly Lustiest, he Says, These be they who SEPARATE themselves, sensual, having not the Spirit. Vile Hypocrites!
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who though they walked after the Lusts of the Flesh, should thus separate themselves from the society of the Saints, pretending (doubtlesse) therein to be led by the Spirit. Thus we see self-separation from the true Church is a Scripture Character of false-Teachers, and Seducers.
who though they walked After the Lustiest of the Flesh, should thus separate themselves from the society of the Saints, pretending (doubtless) therein to be led by the Spirit. Thus we see self-separation from the true Church is a Scripture Character of False-teachers, and Seducers.
The Father of this Sect was Donatus, a Numidian, who meerly out of Envy and Spite, because Cecilian was prefer'd before him to the Bishoprick of Carthage, and his devilish Designe which he conceiv'd hereupon,
The Father of this Sect was Donatus, a Numidian, who merely out of Envy and Spite, Because Cecilian was preferred before him to the Bishopric of Carthage, and his devilish Design which he conceived hereupon,
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for the extirpation of him and all the Bishops that ordain'd him, by a false accusation, fell to the ground, in Contempt of all their Churches, built up his Wall of Separation. And though by his Pride, Envy, Lying,
for the extirpation of him and all the Bishops that ordained him, by a false accusation, fell to the ground, in Contempt of all their Churches, built up his Wall of Separation. And though by his Pride, Envy, Lying,
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and Malice he had printed so many staines upon his own soul, yet had he the impudence to affirme, that could be no true Church which was not altogether without spot or blemish, and that such was the Church by him founded and father'd,
and Malice he had printed so many stains upon his own soul, yet had he the impudence to affirm, that could be no true Church which was not altogether without spot or blemish, and that such was the Church by him founded and fathered,
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And yet they had no better Marks of their unstained Purity, then these following Articles of their Faith, viz. LIBERTY OF CONSCIENCE; that no man must be prest to the Practice of piety, but every man left to live as he list: TOLERATION OF ERROURS;
And yet they had no better Marks of their unstained Purity, then these following Articles of their Faith, viz. LIBERTY OF CONSCIENCE; that no man must be pressed to the Practice of piety, but every man left to live as he list: TOLERATION OF ERROURS;
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that though the Magistrate might not by virtue of his Office punish any man for his Religion or conscience, yet they themselves, being thereto moved by the Spirit, might lawfully, and without any scruple, kill any man that was not of the Houshold of Faith (or rather of the Synagogue of Satan ) if they had him at an advantage.
that though the Magistrate might not by virtue of his Office Punish any man for his Religion or conscience, yet they themselves, being thereto moved by the Spirit, might lawfully, and without any scruple, kill any man that was not of the Household of Faith (or rather of the Synagogue of Satan) if they had him At an advantage.
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Now after a while this Church of the Donatists was divided in it self, and so one separation still springing from another, it at length expir'd in a fruitful Dissolution. For,
Now After a while this Church of the Donatists was divided in it self, and so one separation still springing from Another, it At length expired in a fruitful Dissolution. For,
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as Vipers are said to have a bloody Birth by the Death of the Dam, thus issu'd from the Bleeding Bowels of this divided Church, many petty Congregations, and yet all of them in some of the foremention'd Features and Lineaments, somewhat resembling both Father and Mother. Thus was the Schismatical Confederacy, which at first rent it self from the true Church, minc't and mangled,
as Vipers Are said to have a bloody Birth by the Death of the Dam, thus issued from the Bleeding Bowels of this divided Church, many Petty Congregations, and yet all of them in Some of the forementioned Features and Lineaments, somewhat resembling both Father and Mother. Thus was the Schismatical Confederacy, which At First rend it self from the true Church, minced and mangled,
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as Augustine speakes, Into small shreds of Society, amongst whom there was nothing retain'd, but a few rags of Religion, which were not sufficient to hide their Nakednesse, either from the eyes of God or men.
as Augustine speaks, Into small shreds of Society, among whom there was nothing retained, but a few rags of Religion, which were not sufficient to hide their Nakedness, either from the eyes of God or men.
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The chief of these Sub-Sects was that of the Circumcellions, so called from their Cells and Cottages, in which they liv'd separated from all Society, that they might have the more freedome for the use of certain Austerities (as they pretended) for self-mortification. But the truth is they rather lurkt in them as Lions in their Dens, to take the better advantage for the exercise of their cruelty in the murder of Innocents. For without touch of humanity these bloody Monsters would barbarously murther all they met with, that were not of their Religion, whereby they became more dangerous then High-way Robbers, and more detestable then the vilest of men,
The chief of these Sub-Sects was that of the Circumcellions, so called from their Cells and Cottages, in which they lived separated from all Society, that they might have the more freedom for the use of certain Austerities (as they pretended) for self-mortification. But the truth is they rather lurked in them as Lions in their Dens, to take the better advantage for the exercise of their cruelty in the murder of Innocents. For without touch of humanity these bloody Monsters would barbarously murder all they met with, that were not of their Religion, whereby they became more dangerous then Highway Robbers, and more detestable then the Vilest of men,
as being Enemies to mankind. And thus at length did that separated Church, which gloried in its singular sanctity, produce a Company of common Cut-throats. And by all this we see that Seducers are justly Stigmatiz'd with this brand of SEPARATISTS.
as being Enemies to mankind. And thus At length did that separated Church, which gloried in its singular sanctity, produce a Company of Common Cutthroats. And by all this we see that Seducers Are justly Stigmatized with this brand of SEPARATISTS.
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though never so good; and so they separate themselves from the Saints, as being too good for their Society. But we know that God himself vouchsafes to be present in the Assemblies of his Saints .
though never so good; and so they separate themselves from the Saints, as being too good for their Society. But we know that God himself vouchsafes to be present in the Assemblies of his Saints.
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And therefore however they may make a glorious Profession of godliness, if we duly consider their Properties and Practices, they are such as carry a flat contradiction to that golden Rule of the Gospel;
And Therefore however they may make a glorious Profession of godliness, if we duly Consider their Properties and Practices, they Are such as carry a flat contradiction to that golden Rule of the Gospel;
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But, Heresie is not to learne the Art of Lying, which it can performe, not with the lips onely, but with the Life also: If you demand an account of their Faith, there is nothing more Christian;
But, Heresy is not to Learn the Art of Lying, which it can perform, not with the lips only, but with the Life also: If you demand an account of their Faith, there is nothing more Christian;
and look what they affirme in their words, they'l by their works confirme it. But the more holy they are in appearance, the more hurtful. An unblamable life is the fittest Field for Satan to set his snares in to take deceived souls.
and look what they affirm in their words, They'll by their works confirm it. But the more holy they Are in appearance, the more hurtful. an Unblamable life is the Fittest Field for Satan to Set his snares in to take deceived Souls.
The Serpent hath a beautiful skin, but a deadly sting. A beautiful Harlot shall have the most Followers. Beautiful and glorious Appearances oft vaile the foulest and filthiest Abominations. The great WHORE comes forth in a glorious Dresse; and gives her Lovers Poyson to drink in a golden Cup. Behold her as she is represented to us in the Coelestial Mirrour of the REVELATION. And (sayes John the Divine ) the woman was aray'd in Purple, and Scarlet-colour, and decked with gold, and precious stone, and Pearles, having a golden Cup in her hand, full of Abominations and filthinesse of her Fornication.
The Serpent hath a beautiful skin, but a deadly sting. A beautiful Harlot shall have the most Followers. Beautiful and glorious Appearances oft veil the Foulest and filthiest Abominations. The great WHORE comes forth in a glorious Dress; and gives her Lovers Poison to drink in a golden Cup. Behold her as she is represented to us in the Celestial Mirror of the REVELATION. And (Says John the Divine) the woman was arrayed in Purple, and Scarlet-colour, and decked with gold, and precious stone, and Pearls, having a golden Cup in her hand, full of Abominations and filthiness of her Fornication.
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The Spouse of Christ is not more glorious in her Apparel and Ornaments, then this Mother of Abominations. A Scarlet Robe may cover an ulcerous Body. The Plague of Errours may be upon a man that wears cloth of Gold in his Conversation.
The Spouse of christ is not more glorious in her Apparel and Ornament, then this Mother of Abominations. A Scarlet Robe may cover an ulcerous Body. The Plague of Errors may be upon a man that wears cloth of Gold in his Conversation.
Satan never shews himself so much a Devil, as when he appears like an Angel of Light. And if Satan himself is thus transformed into an Angel of Light, it is no great thing if his Ministers also be transformed as the Ministers of righteousnesse, whose end shall be according to their works . The third Mark: Railing and Reviling.
Satan never shows himself so much a devil, as when he appears like an Angel of Light. And if Satan himself is thus transformed into an Angel of Light, it is no great thing if his Ministers also be transformed as the Ministers of righteousness, whose end shall be according to their works. The third Mark: Railing and Reviling.
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SEducers are wont with enticing words to deceive weak and unstable soules, but to load them that are sound and stedfast in the Faith, with vile Invectives, and railing Accusations.
SEducers Are wont with enticing words to deceive weak and unstable Souls, but to load them that Are found and steadfast in the Faith, with vile Invectives, and railing Accusations.
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For while their Reproaches cast upon the righteous, do (as Arrows shot against a wall of Adamant ) recoile upon themselves, their Deceivings prove (as a Potion of deadly poyson ) the destruction of others;
For while their Reproaches cast upon the righteous, doe (as Arrows shot against a wall of Adamant) recoil upon themselves, their Deceivings prove (as a Potion of deadly poison) the destruction of Others;
So that Davids description of his deceitful enemy , is fitly applyable to them: The words of their mouth are smoother then Butter, but war is in their heart:
So that Davids description of his deceitful enemy, is fitly appliable to them: The words of their Mouth Are smoother then Butter, but war is in their heart:
For they that are such, serve not our Lord Jesus Christ, but their own Belly, And by good words and faire speeches, [ or, by plausible and pious Expressions ] deceive [ seduce,
For they that Are such, serve not our Lord jesus christ, but their own Belly, And by good words and fair Speeches, [ or, by plausible and pious Expressions ] deceive [ seduce,
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or lead out of the way, as the High-way Robber does the unwary Traveller, that follows him without suspition of any harme ] the heart of the simple [ of poore innocent and harmlesse People.
or led out of the Way, as the Highway Robber does the unwary Traveller, that follows him without suspicion of any harm ] the heart of the simple [ of poor innocent and harmless People.
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] Thus the silly Birds, deceived with the Fowlers Call, are taken in his Net. There's ever a deadly hook under the dainty Baits, which these subtile Seducers (expert in the Art of Angling for souls) cast amongst these poore, simple, ignorant people.
] Thus the silly Birds, deceived with the Fowlers Call, Are taken in his Net. There's ever a deadly hook under the dainty Baits, which these subtle Seducers (expert in the Art of Angling for Souls) cast among these poor, simple, ignorant people.
Their language is a kinde of spiritual Enchantment, whereby many souls are bewitcht into a belief of their erroneous opinions, insomuch as they give an unquestion'd entertainment to their damnable Doctrines, and give themselves up to be guided by them in their pernicious wayes. Thus do Seducers draw Disciples after them, whom by the Musick of a smooth tongue, they make to dance all the changes of their wild opinions.
Their language is a kind of spiritual Enchantment, whereby many Souls Are bewitched into a belief of their erroneous opinions, insomuch as they give an unquestioned entertainment to their damnable Doctrines, and give themselves up to be guided by them in their pernicious ways. Thus do Seducers draw Disciples After them, whom by the Music of a smooth tongue, they make to dance all the changes of their wild opinions.
But we have yet beheld but one side of the Image of their Words or Discourse, which as it looks one way, does (as we have seene) appear beautiful as an Angel, but if we consider it on the other side, it presents the foulest Fiend. These that bespeak their followers with these faire and flattering speeches, when they speak of those that upon just and holy grounds oppose their evil and ungodly wayes, are wont to use the most railing and reproachful language that their leud imaginations can invent.
But we have yet beheld but one side of the Image of their Words or Discourse, which as it looks one Way, does (as we have seen) appear beautiful as an Angel, but if we Consider it on the other side, it presents the Foulest Fiend. These that bespeak their followers with these fair and flattering Speeches, when they speak of those that upon just and holy grounds oppose their evil and ungodly ways, Are wont to use the most railing and reproachful language that their lewd Imaginations can invent.
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Railing is surely the Language of Hell (not the Dialect of Heaven ) and it does but too sadly discover them that use it (whatever they professe or pretend) to be the children of the Devil.
Railing is surely the Language of Hell (not the Dialect of Heaven) and it does but too sadly discover them that use it (whatever they profess or pretend) to be the children of the devil.
Now this Railing-language is a Scripture-Character of those Seducers, of whose coming in the last times, the Apostles have warn'd us by the Spirit of Prophecy.
Now this Railing-language is a Scripture-Character of those Seducers, of whose coming in the last times, the Apostles have warned us by the Spirit of Prophecy.
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Presumptuous are they, and self-will'd, they slight Government and despise Dominion, and They are not afraid to speak evil of Dignities [ they tremble not to cast slanderous reproaches upon worthy and honourable Persons.
Presumptuous Are they, and self-willed, they slight Government and despise Dominion, and They Are not afraid to speak evil of Dignities [ they tremble not to cast slanderous Reproaches upon worthy and honourable Persons.
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But these as Natural Bruit-Beasts [ being as well brutish in their Behaviours, as sottish in their Opinions, unreasonable in their Reasonings and Revilings ] made to be taken and destroy'd , speak evil of the things that they understand not [ they wickedly blaspheme those Mysteries of Religion which are above their apprehension ] and shall utterly perish in their own Corruption.
But these as Natural Bruit-beasts [ being as well brutish in their Behaviours, as sottish in their Opinions, unreasonable in their Reasonings and Revilings ] made to be taken and destroyed, speak evil of the things that they understand not [ they wickedly Blaspheme those Mysteres of Religion which Are above their apprehension ] and shall utterly perish in their own Corruption.
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Thus the speaking evil of Dignities, the Reviling and Railing upon Magistrates and Ministers, is made a certaine Character of the vilest sort of Seducers.
Thus the speaking evil of Dignities, the Reviling and Railing upon Magistrates and Ministers, is made a certain Character of the Vilest sort of Seducers.
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These because they cannot spit their poyson in the Face of God himself, spit it in the faces of those, who in respect of their office, do bear his Image. Their spite and malice principally vents it self against the Ministers of the Gospel, concerning whom Christ hath said, He that heareth you heareth me;
These Because they cannot spit their poison in the Face of God himself, spit it in the faces of those, who in respect of their office, do bear his Image. Their spite and malice principally vents it self against the Ministers of the Gospel, Concerning whom christ hath said, He that hears you hears me;
We shall the more easily believe it, if we call to minde the carriage of the Sect of the Pharisees. These were a people that used many Austerities, and pretended to more then ordinary Purity, and yet there is no man that hath read the Gospel,
We shall the more Easily believe it, if we call to mind the carriage of the Sect of the Pharisees. These were a people that used many Austerities, and pretended to more then ordinary Purity, and yet there is no man that hath read the Gospel,
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but knows how fearfully they abused the Sonne of God, with their scornfull Railings and Reproaches. Yea, these vile wretches did not feare to screw up their malicious Railings and Revilings of CHRIST into the highest and most hellish Blasphemies. They wickedly went about to represent the Sonne of God, the SAVIOUR of the world,
but knows how fearfully they abused the Son of God, with their scornful Railings and Reproaches. Yea, these vile wretches did not Fear to screw up their malicious Railings and Revilings of CHRIST into the highest and most hellish Blasphemies. They wickedly went about to represent the Son of God, the SAVIOUR of the world,
as a SORCERER, and one that dealt with the Devil. They did not stick to say, he wrought those Miracles by the power of the Devill , which were the wonderful works of God. Yea, they feared not to call him DEVIL,
as a SORCERER, and one that dealt with the devil. They did not stick to say, he wrought those Miracles by the power of the devil, which were the wondered works of God. Yea, they feared not to call him DEVIL,
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Seeing then the Master of the House hath undergone such reproaches from the vilest of men, let not us think it strange if we be reviled and railed upon by men of the like spirit, with the most Opprobrious Names of Dog and Devil.
Seeing then the Master of the House hath undergone such Reproaches from the Vilest of men, let not us think it strange if we be reviled and railed upon by men of the like Spirit, with the most Opprobrious Names of Dog and devil.
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Now what's the designe of these Seducers herein, but the bringing the Ministry of the Gospel into contempt, that having by this meanes fasten'd many Prejudices in the mindes of the People against the Preachers of the Gospel, they might the more easily draw them off from their Attendance upon the sound Doctrine by them deliver'd to the embracement of their owne Erroneous Opinions. For,
Now what's the Design of these Seducers herein, but the bringing the Ministry of the Gospel into contempt, that having by this means fastened many Prejudices in the minds of the People against the Preachers of the Gospel, they might the more Easily draw them off from their Attendance upon the found Doctrine by them Delivered to the embracement of their own Erroneous Opinions. For,
as Saint Augustine well observes, Hereticks, when they can neither stain nor cloud the Sunne of SCRIPTURE-TRUTH, which spreads its Beames throughout the Church of Christ,
as Saint Augustine well observes, Heretics, when they can neither stain nor cloud the Sun of SCRIPTURE TRUTH, which spreads its Beams throughout the Church of christ,
as Cain; by Cursing them, with Balaam; by opposing and contradicting them, by exalting themselves into their sacred Office, as Corah. And therefore sayes the Apostle Jude, Woe unto them, for they have gone in the way of Cain, and ran greedily after the errour of Balaam for reward, and perished in the Gain-saying of Core.
as Cain; by Cursing them, with balaam; by opposing and contradicting them, by exalting themselves into their sacred Office, as Corah. And Therefore Says the Apostle U^de, Woe unto them, for they have gone in the Way of Cain, and ran greedily After the error of balaam for reward, and perished in the Gainsaying of Core.
For what are these vile reproaches which issue from their mouths, but the fome of that cruel Rage which boyleth in their hearts? They utter many hard speeches against the children of God,
For what Are these vile Reproaches which issue from their mouths, but the foam of that cruel Rage which boileth in their hearts? They utter many hard Speeches against the children of God,
They are Murmurers and Complainers of good Governours who restraine them, and Flatterers and Admirers of wicked leaders, who countenance and encourage them.
They Are Murmurers and Complainers of good Governors who restrain them, and Flatterers and Admirers of wicked leaders, who countenance and encourage them.
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But their doome hath been declar'd long ago, as appears by that most ancient Prophecy, which the Apostle Jude mentions and applies to this very sort of Seducers.
But their doom hath been declared long ago, as appears by that most ancient Prophecy, which the Apostle U^de mentions and Applies to this very sort of Seducers.
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For, Enoch (sayes he ) the seventh from Adam prophecy'd of these, saying, Behold the Lord cometh with ten thousands of his Saints, to execute judgement upon all,
For, Enoch (Says he) the seventh from Adam prophesied of these, saying, Behold the Lord comes with ten thousands of his Saints, to execute judgement upon all,
These are Murmurers, Complainers, walking after their own lusts, and their mouth speaketh great swelling words, having mens Persons in Admiration because of advantage.
These Are Murmurers, Complainers, walking After their own Lustiest, and their Mouth speaks great swelling words, having men's Persons in Admiration Because of advantage.
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men of corrupt mindes, reprobate [ or of no judgement ] concerning the Faith. Herein they are but the Devils Agents sent forth to oppose Christs Ambassadours. For, Hereticks by the Instigation of the Devil, do under the Name of Christians oppose the Name of Christ.
men of corrupt minds, Reprobate [ or of no judgement ] Concerning the Faith. Herein they Are but the Devils Agents sent forth to oppose Christ ambassadors. For, Heretics by the Instigation of the devil, do under the Name of Christians oppose the Name of christ.
So when the children of God come to present themselves before the Lord, in the Assemblies of his Saints, to seek his Face in the Beauties of holinesse, and to be instructed in his will revealed in his word, these Agents of Satan will likewise sometimes come amongst them,
So when the children of God come to present themselves before the Lord, in the Assemblies of his Saints, to seek his Face in the Beauty's of holiness, and to be instructed in his will revealed in his word, these Agents of Satan will likewise sometime come among them,
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and then setting up their Note, they make a fearful bauling, and will needs impudently ur•e their own Opinions, rather then patiently h•are our Instructions.
and then setting up their Note, they make a fearful bawling, and will needs impudently ur•e their own Opinions, rather then patiently h•are our Instructions.
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This Spirit of Contradiction, had they but once power in their Hands, would soon be turn'd into the Sword of Persecution. Yea, this very Contradiction of sinners is one kinde and degree of the Persecution of the Saints. And therefore sayes Augustine, Let us hold them to be the Persecutors that kill the Prophets, whom we finde to be the persons that contradict their Prophecies.
This Spirit of Contradiction, had they but once power in their Hands, would soon be turned into the Sword of Persecution. Yea, this very Contradiction of Sinners is one kind and degree of the Persecution of the Saints. And Therefore Says Augustine, Let us hold them to be the Persecutors that kill the prophets, whom we find to be the Persons that contradict their Prophecies.
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These railing Apostates, these slandering Seducers are by the Apostle called DEVILS, being indeed like to the•• great Master, in that they are FALS•-ACCUSERS of the Brethren the children of God.
These railing Apostates, these slandering Seducers Are by the Apostle called DEVILS, being indeed like to the•• great Master, in that they Are FALS•-ACCUSERS of the Brothers the children of God.
But we know, 'tis not the property of Sheep to bark and bite, but of Dogs and Wolves: And by the names of these hurtful and cruel creatures we finde Seducers to be set forth in the Holy Scriptures.
But we know, it's not the property of Sheep to bark and bite, but of Dogs and Wolves: And by the names of these hurtful and cruel creatures we find Seducers to be Set forth in the Holy Scriptures.
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When ever therefore in discourses of the Things of Heaven, we heare from any man this Language of Hell, we may well say, Surely thou also art one of them; for thy speech bewrayeth thee.
When ever Therefore in discourses of the Things of Heaven, we hear from any man this Language of Hell, we may well say, Surely thou also art one of them; for thy speech bewrayeth thee.
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There are two other Characters by which the Holy Ghost does in a special manner describe these Seducers, which I shall but briefly represent, partly because I have already toucht upon them,
There Are two other Characters by which the Holy Ghost does in a special manner describe these Seducers, which I shall but briefly represent, partly Because I have already touched upon them,
and partly because they arise from latent Properties, by which we cannot so easily discerne them. The fourth and fift Mark. Covetousnesse and Uncleannesse.
and partly Because they arise from latent Properties, by which we cannot so Easily discern them. The fourth and fift Mark. Covetousness and Uncleanness.
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They so manage the matters of Religion as supposing that gain is godlinesse. They through COVETOUSNES, with feigned words, make Merchandise of poore seduced People.
They so manage the matters of Religion as supposing that gain is godliness. They through COVETOUSNESS, with feigned words, make Merchandise of poor seduced People.
They cry out against Covetousnesse in others, that themselves may pass more unsuspected in the guilt of this secret sin, this spiritual Idolatry. Thus while they condemne others for Covetousnesse, themselves are condemn'd by their own Conscience. And therefore was not the conscience of these men cauteriz'd, they would find such Tumults within themselves,
They cry out against Covetousness in Others, that themselves may pass more unsuspected in the guilt of this secret since, this spiritual Idolatry. Thus while they condemn Others for Covetousness, themselves Are condemned by their own Conscience. And Therefore was not the conscience of these men cauterized, they would find such Tumults within themselves,
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These are indeed the Troublers of Israel, and how fairly soever they carry it, the golden Wedge may be found in their Tents. A heart they have exercised with covetous Practices .
These Are indeed the Troublers of Israel, and how fairly soever they carry it, the golden Wedge may be found in their Tents. A heart they have exercised with covetous Practices.
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These are they whom we have but now, by Scripture-Evidences, convicted of cursing the Israel of God, who run greedily after the Errour of Balaam for a REWARD. They are indeed,
These Are they whom we have but now, by Scripture-Evidences, convicted of cursing the Israel of God, who run greedily After the Error of balaam for a REWARD. They Are indeed,
as they are stil'd by the Apostle, LOVERS OF SILVER, though Boasters of Saintship; and admirers of Gold, more then followers of Godlinesse. However they falsely grave upon their Church, HOLINES TO THE LORD, they can truly write upon their Coine, GOD WITH US.
as they Are Styled by the Apostle, LOVERS OF SILVER, though Boaster's of Saintship; and admirers of Gold, more then followers of Godliness. However they falsely grave upon their Church, HOLINEST TO THE LORD, they can truly write upon their Coin, GOD WITH US.
They are by the Apostle called, INCONTINENT, (perhaps) for their being carried headlong to Acts of Ʋncleannesse, by their unbridel'd Lusts. For these are they who walk after the Flesh in the Lust of UNCLEANNES, turning the grace of God into LASCIVIOUSNES.
They Are by the Apostle called, INCONTINENT, (perhaps) for their being carried headlong to Acts of Ʋncleannesse, by their unbridled Lusts. For these Are they who walk After the Flesh in the Lust of UNCLEANNESS, turning the grace of God into LASCIVIOUSNES.
Corrupt Opinions are usually accompanied with lewd Practices, with filthy Lives. The Nicholaitans, Carpocratians, Adamites, and several other Hereticks, did professedly give themselves over to a loose and libidinous life. Community of Wives was an Article of their Creed, and promiscuous Adulteries were their constant Practice. The Bohemian Adamites, when they desired to satisfie their beastly Lusts, were wont to say, My spirit is waxed hot towards such a woman:
Corrupt Opinions Are usually accompanied with lewd Practices, with filthy Lives. The Nicolaitans, Carpocratians, Adamites, and several other Heretics, did professedly give themselves over to a lose and libidinous life. Community of Wives was an Article of their Creed, and promiscuous Adulteries were their constant Practice. The Bohemian Adamites, when they desired to satisfy their beastly Lustiest, were wont to say, My Spirit is waxed hight towards such a woman:
In all Ages, the Churches (if we may so call them without defiling a Name so sacred) which have been founded and father'd by false-Teachers and Seducers, have been Cages of unclean Birds.
In all Ages, the Churches (if we may so call them without defiling a Name so sacred) which have been founded and fathered by False-teachers and Seducers, have been Cages of unclean Birds.
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Behold then, for a close of this Characteristical discourse, the fittest Characters, filthy conversation, and fearful conclusion of these vile Apostates, these deluding Dreamers, and self-deceiving Seducers, as represented to us by the Apostle Peter, in his Prophetick Premonition concerning them, which he penned by the conduct of the holy Spirit for a perpetual Caution to the Christian Church.
Behold then, for a close of this Characteristical discourse, the Fittest Characters, filthy Conversation, and fearful conclusion of these vile Apostates, these deluding Dreamers, and Self-deceiving Seducers, as represented to us by the Apostle Peter, in his Prophetic Premonition Concerning them, which he penned by the conduct of the holy Spirit for a perpetual Caution to the Christian Church.
These (sayes he ) are wells without water, Clouds that are carried with a Tempest, to whom the Mist [ or Blacknesse ] of darknesse is reserved for ever.
These (Says he) Are wells without water, Clouds that Are carried with a Tempest, to whom the Missed [ or Blackness ] of darkness is reserved for ever.
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For when they speak great swelling words of Vanity, they allure through the LUSTS of the FLESH, through much WANTONNES, those that were cleane escaped from them who live in ERROUR.
For when they speak great swelling words of Vanity, they allure through the LUSTS of the FLESH, through much WANTONNES, those that were clean escaped from them who live in ERROR.
For if after they have escaped the POLLUTIONS of the world, through the Knowledge of the Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, they are again intangled therein, and overcome;
For if After they have escaped the POLLUTIONS of the world, through the Knowledge of the Lord and Saviour, jesus christ, they Are again entangled therein, and overcome;
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For it had been better for them not to have known the way of Righteousnesse, then after ••ey have known it, to turne from the holy Commandment deliver'd unto them. But it 〈 ◊ 〉 happened unto them according to the true Proverb, The Dog is turned to his own vomit again, and •he So• that was washed to her wallowing in the mire.
For it had been better for them not to have known the Way of Righteousness, then After ••ey have known it, to turn from the holy Commandment Delivered unto them. But it 〈 ◊ 〉 happened unto them according to the true Proverb, The Dog is turned to his own vomit again, and •he So• that was washed to her wallowing in the mire.
and false-worship maintain'd by these over-active Agents of Satan, for the distu•bing of the Peace of the Kingdome of Christ, and the promoting of the interests of the Kingdom of darknesse in the world.
and False-worship maintained by these overactive Agents of Satan, for the distu•bing of the Peace of the Kingdom of christ, and the promoting of the interests of the Kingdom of darkness in the world.
VVHen Liberty of conscience is pleaded, for an unlimited (or illlimited) Toleration of irregularities in Opinion and Practice, the Times are justly to be accounted evil and perillous.
When Liberty of conscience is pleaded, for an unlimited (or illlimited) Toleration of irregularities in Opinion and Practice, the Times Are justly to be accounted evil and perilous.
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The CONSCIENCE of man is indeed the COURT of God, but it hath no obliging power but from Gods command. No man indeed may command or can compell the conscience.
The CONSCIENCE of man is indeed the COURT of God, but it hath no obliging power but from God's command. No man indeed may command or can compel the conscience.
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As for the Laws of men, they lay not an Obligation upon the Conscience, neither is any man bound out of conscience to obey them, any further then he is thereunto ob•ig'd by the Law of God, by which every humane Ordinance and constitution is ratifi'd, which is founded in a lawful Authority. And therefore sayes the Scripture;
As for the Laws of men, they lay not an Obligation upon the Conscience, neither is any man bound out of conscience to obey them, any further then he is thereunto ob•iged by the Law of God, by which every humane Ordinance and constitution is ratified, which is founded in a lawful authority. And Therefore Says the Scripture;
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submit your selves to every Ordinance of man for the Lords sake, whether it be to the King as Supreame; or unto Governours, as unto them that are sent by him for the Punishment of evil Doers, and for the Praise of them that do well.
submit your selves to every Ordinance of man for the lords sake, whither it be to the King as Supreme; or unto Governors, as unto them that Are sent by him for the Punishment of evil Doers, and for the Praise of them that do well.
Subjection and obedience then is due to every lawful Magistrate by the Word of God; yea, and every Christian ought out of conscience to yeeld it to him.
Subjection and Obedience then is due to every lawful Magistrate by the Word of God; yea, and every Christian ought out of conscience to yield it to him.
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for feare of punishment ] but also for CONSCIENCE sake. Yet is not the conscience herein to be subjected to any Law of man, but onely to the Law of God requiring this subjection and obedience to the Civil Magistrate for the preservation of Order and good Government in the world.
for Fear of punishment ] but also for CONSCIENCE sake. Yet is not the conscience herein to be subjected to any Law of man, but only to the Law of God requiring this subjection and Obedience to the Civil Magistrate for the preservation of Order and good Government in the world.
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so is it no lesse then the sin of Idolatry for any to subject their Consciences to any such Laws or Constitutions, seeing it is Gods Prerogative Royal to be the LORD of the CONSCIENCE.
so is it no less then the since of Idolatry for any to Subject their Consciences to any such Laws or Constitutions, seeing it is God's Prerogative Royal to be the LORD of the CONSCIENCE.
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But now when the Law of God (the onely adequate Rule of the Conscience) is declar'd, his Will is reveal'd in his Word, it's altogether absurd to imagine that the conscience of man (which in this respect , is but the Keeper of Gods Court-Rolls ) should oblige to any thing that is contrary to it,
But now when the Law of God (the only adequate Rule of the Conscience) is declared, his Will is revealed in his Word, it's altogether absurd to imagine that the conscience of man (which in this respect, is but the Keeper of God's Court-rolls) should oblige to any thing that is contrary to it,
and the setting up a false worship in the roome of it, contrary to the expresse Rules of the Gospel, this must needs be a sore Evil, and a very great Provocation of the most high God;
and the setting up a false worship in the room of it, contrary to the express Rules of the Gospel, this must needs be a soar Evil, and a very great Provocation of the most high God;
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especially when such wretched men shall be favour'd, protected, encourag'd, in so unjust a claime to this sinful Liberty, by those that are in Authority or Power, who ought to take care that the Law of God be kept, that they might set a Crown of Praise upon the head of them that do well, and be a Terror to evil Doers, by whom it is violated.
especially when such wretched men shall be favoured, protected, encouraged, in so unjust a claim to this sinful Liberty, by those that Are in authority or Power, who ought to take care that the Law of God be kept, that they might Set a Crown of Praise upon the head of them that do well, and be a Terror to evil Doers, by whom it is violated.
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To plead Liberty of Conscience for an Exemption from any Obli•ation to the embracement of the Truth revealed, the attendance upon the Ordinances instituted, the discharge of the Duties enjoyned in the Word of God, is to break open a wide gap, to all manner of Licentiousnesse, which is the ready way to pluck the Judgements of God down upon the Land. This is to make the Conscience which is a Court wherein the Laws of God are to be pleaded, to become a Consistory, wherein a man shall be impowered to absolve himself from any of Gods Laws, and shall take the freedom to act in all things according to his own Prescriptions. What can be im•gin'd to be more Irrational and Atheistical then this? This must needs be an Inlet to all manner of Abominations. Even they that blaspheme God, pluck the Lord J•sus (as much as in them lies) from the Throne of his Deity, be•y the Holy Ghost in charging the vilest Errours upon the holy Spirit of Truth, trample upon the precious Ordinances of the Gospel and pretend to be above them, revile, reproach, and curse the children of God,
To plead Liberty of Conscience for an Exemption from any Obli•ation to the embracement of the Truth revealed, the attendance upon the Ordinances instituted, the discharge of the Duties enjoined in the Word of God, is to break open a wide gap, to all manner of Licentiousness, which is the ready Way to pluck the Judgments of God down upon the Land. This is to make the Conscience which is a Court wherein the Laws of God Are to be pleaded, to become a Consistory, wherein a man shall be Empowered to absolve himself from any of God's Laws, and shall take the freedom to act in all things according to his own Prescriptions. What can be im•gined to be more Irrational and Atheistical then this? This must needs be an Inlet to all manner of Abominations. Even they that Blaspheme God, pluck the Lord J•sus (as much as in them lies) from the Throne of his Deity, be•y the Holy Ghost in charging the Vilest Errors upon the holy Spirit of Truth, trample upon the precious Ordinances of the Gospel and pretend to be above them, revile, reproach, and curse the children of God,
and when they have opportunity persecute them to the death, even these will for these wicked Opinions and Practices plead Liberty of Conscience. Intolerable Impudence! Damnable Impiety!
and when they have opportunity persecute them to the death, even these will for these wicked Opinions and Practices plead Liberty of Conscience. Intolerable Impudence! Damnable Impiety!
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Now such weeds as these grow apace under the favourable Influences of the higher Plan•ts. This Liberty once indulg'd will soon become abundantly fruitful in the worst of Evils.
Now such weeds as these grow apace under the favourable Influences of the higher Plan•ts. This Liberty once indulged will soon become abundantly fruitful in the worst of Evils.
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And what was this, but every one might be as wicked and licentious as he list? These were perillous Times in Israel. But when the Bounds of sinne are removed, the Banks of the Sea of Gods Wrath shall be broken up,
And what was this, but every one might be as wicked and licentious as he list? These were perilous Times in Israel. But when the Bounds of sin Are removed, the Banks of the Sea of God's Wrath shall be broken up,
Thus when that liberty is contended for which tends to Licentiousnesse, when Impiety is grown so impudent as to plead for Impunity, the Dayes are evil, the Times are perillous.
Thus when that liberty is contended for which tends to Licentiousness, when Impiety is grown so impudent as to plead for Impunity, the Days Are evil, the Times Are perilous.
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But if the Opinion (favour'd) be so perillous, the Practice (allow'd) must needs be extreamly pernicious. If the Seed be so bitter, what fruit can we expect it should bring forth but Gall and Wormwood? This Provocation therefore is capable of a higher Degree, which must needs be productive of the greater Peril; as in the next case.
But if the Opinion (favoured) be so perilous, the Practice (allowed) must needs be extremely pernicious. If the Seed be so bitter, what fruit can we expect it should bring forth but Gall and Wormwood? This Provocation Therefore is capable of a higher Degree, which must needs be productive of the greater Peril; as in the next case.
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VVHen Errour and False-worship hath as much Countenance and Protection from men in Authority as Truth and the true worship of God, the Times must needs be perillous.
When Error and false-worship hath as much Countenance and Protection from men in authority as Truth and the true worship of God, the Times must needs be perilous.
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When the Harlot hath equal favour with the Queen, and the Stews as strong a guard as the Palace. When Thieves and Robbers shall be as quietly permitted,
When the Harlot hath equal favour with the Queen, and the Stews as strong a guard as the Palace. When Thieves and Robbers shall be as quietly permitted,
When Plague-sick men shall have freedome to walk the streets; and our Enemies full liberty to impoyson our Springs. When a Guard shall be granted to them that come to throw Baits of Wild-fire into the City of God, for the kindling of those fires that cannot be quenched.
When Plague-sick men shall have freedom to walk the streets; and our Enemies full liberty to impoison our Springs. When a Guard shall be granted to them that come to throw Baits of Wildfire into the city of God, for the kindling of those fires that cannot be quenched.
When those shall be admitted Stewards of Divine Mysteries, who put Poyson into the meat of the Kings children, the Times must needs be sad and perillous.
When those shall be admitted Stewards of Divine Mysteres, who put Poison into the meat of the Kings children, the Times must needs be sad and perilous.
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When illitera•e Mechanicks shall be allow'd to be publick Preachers, who shall confidently vent the grossest Errours for glorious Truths. When those that publickly cast contempt upon the Call of the Ministry, upon that Ordinance of God, which is the onely Gospel-way for the Investment of fit persons with Ministerial Authoritie, ORDINATION shall be suffer'd to usurp the Ministerial Office, and impudently to challenge the Churches Dowry, meerly so violating of her Chastity, or if that faile,
When illitera•e Mechanics shall be allowed to be public Preachers, who shall confidently vent the Grossest Errors for glorious Truths. When those that publicly cast contempt upon the Call of the Ministry, upon that Ordinance of God, which is the only Gospel way for the Investment of fit Persons with Ministerial authority, ORDINATION shall be suffered to usurp the Ministerial Office, and impudently to challenge the Churches Dowry, merely so violating of her Chastity, or if that fail,
for falsely accusing her to be be a Harlot. When so wide a Gap shall be cut out by the Sword into this sacred Function, that Popish Priests and Jesuites, in a Disguise, may enter in,
for falsely accusing her to be be a Harlot. When so wide a Gap shall be Cut out by the Sword into this sacred Function, that Popish Priests and Jesuits, in a Disguise, may enter in,
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and have as much Countenance and Encouragement as the ablest Orthodox Minister of the Gospel. When a Schismatick shall be the onely Chirurgion allow'd to heale the Churches Breaches;
and have as much Countenance and Encouragement as the Ablest Orthodox Minister of the Gospel. When a Schismatic shall be the only Chirurgeon allowed to heal the Churches Breaches;
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and the Souls of men shall be committed to the charge of one of the chiefe Agents of Satan, are not these Dayes of Danger and Distress, perillous Times?
and the Souls of men shall be committed to the charge of one of the chief Agents of Satan, Are not these Days of Danger and Distress, perilous Times?
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When multitudes of discordant opinions, and Diversities of Religion, or wayes of worship are tolerated by the Civil Magistrate, in his Dominion, the Church of Christ is turn'd into a Chaos of Confusion. This indeed was a piece of the Pagan-Policy of the Egyptian Kings, for the prevention of whatever Conspiracies might prove prejudicial to their Establishment in their Kingdome. For with what Rigour soever they rul'd over the People subjected to their Scepter,
When Multitudes of discordant opinions, and Diversities of Religion, or ways of worship Are tolerated by the Civil Magistrate, in his Dominion, the Church of christ is turned into a Chaos of Confusion. This indeed was a piece of the Pagan-Policy of the Egyptian Kings, for the prevention of whatever Conspiracies might prove prejudicial to their Establishment in their Kingdom. For with what Rigour soever they ruled over the People subjected to their Sceptre,
For still one Faction would be jealous of another, and so while they were divided by different designes, they could hardly be ever united in one Common Interest.
For still one Faction would be jealous of Another, and so while they were divided by different designs, they could hardly be ever united in one Common Interest.
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Having mention'd the Opinions and Judgement of some others in this matter he thus concludes, It is therefore confessed on all Hands, that, that Magistrate does grievously sin against GOD and his Subjects, who voluntarily admits, receives, cherishes,
Having mentioned the Opinions and Judgement of Some Others in this matter he thus concludes, It is Therefore confessed on all Hands, that, that Magistrate does grievously sin against GOD and his Subject's, who voluntarily admits, receives, Cherishes,
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For he does no other then introduce a confused ignorance and opinion of God (which Plato call'd the chiefest Plague of all Common-wealths ) forasmuch as he destroys the foundation of all humane society, who is injurious to Religion.
For he does not other then introduce a confused ignorance and opinion of God (which Plato called the chiefest Plague of all Commonwealths) forasmuch as he Destroys the Foundation of all humane society, who is injurious to Religion.
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Wherefore Tholosanus judged that if a Magistrate should admit of whatsoever Religions should arise, he was proceeded against as an underminer of the Common-wealth,
Wherefore Tholosanus judged that if a Magistrate should admit of whatsoever Religions should arise, he was proceeded against as an underminer of the Commonwealth,
but also if he was a King, of his Kingdome and Dominions, which should become a prey and possession to them which should have freed them from such a plague;
but also if he was a King, of his Kingdom and Dominions, which should become a prey and possession to them which should have freed them from such a plague;
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and this he asserts to be done by a new constitution of the Emperour Frederick. This resolve I shall leave to the censure of them that shall peruse it;
and this he asserts to be done by a new constitution of the Emperor Frederick. This resolve I shall leave to the censure of them that shall peruse it;
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only this I shall say (& that I conceive upon a sufficient ground) that an Authoritative Allowance and publick Protection of diversities of Opinion & Practice, about the Fundamentals of Doctrine and Worship, in the same Religion, is every whit as pernicious as the Toleration of different Religions.
only this I shall say (& that I conceive upon a sufficient ground) that an Authoritative Allowance and public Protection of diversities of Opinion & Practice, about the Fundamentals of Doctrine and Worship, in the same Religion, is every whit as pernicious as the Toleration of different Religions.
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so does the allowance of different opinions and practices about fundamentals, tend to the utter subversion of the true Religion, to the manifest and inevitable Ruine and Destruction of mens pretious and immortal soules.
so does the allowance of different opinions and practices about fundamentals, tend to the utter subversion of the true Religion, to the manifest and inevitable Ruin and Destruction of men's precious and immortal Souls.
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The Magistratical Protection then of Errours in Religion, and different ways of Worship, swarving from the rule of the Word of God, must needs speak the times perillous;
The Magistratical Protection then of Errors in Religion, and different ways of Worship, swerving from the Rule of the Word of God, must needs speak the times perilous;
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especially when this LIBERTINISME shall be establisht by LAW, reckon'd amongst the just rights and Priviledges of the People of God, and accounted a GLORIOUS LIBERTY.
especially when this LIBERTINISM shall be established by LAW, reckoned among the just rights and Privileges of the People of God, and accounted a GLORIOUS LIBERTY.
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God is infinite in Patience, but this is a sinne so highly provoking, that God can bear no longer, he cannot (I may well say, with Scripture-warrant) with-hold his hand from punishing such a people.
God is infinite in Patience, but this is a sin so highly provoking, that God can bear no longer, he cannot (I may well say, with Scriptural warrant) withhold his hand from punishing such a people.
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Shall the Lord send his Messengers with messages of Love; his Ambassadours with Embassies of Peace to a sinning, a provoking People, that deserve to be visited with Judgement and destroy'd in his Wrath,
Shall the Lord send his Messengers with messages of Love; his ambassadors with Embassies of Peace to a sinning, a provoking People, that deserve to be visited with Judgement and destroyed in his Wrath,
and shall those vile sinners dare to affront and abuse them, yea, deal with them as Malefactors, rather then the Lords Ministers; must not this needs provoke the Lord to arme his Justice with vengeance against such a people,
and shall those vile Sinners Dare to affront and abuse them, yea, deal with them as Malefactors, rather then the lords Ministers; must not this needs provoke the Lord to arm his justice with vengeance against such a people,
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and to punish them without Mercy, in the execution of his sorest Judgements? This was the sinne which made the state of the Jews desperate and deplorable.
and to Punish them without Mercy, in the execution of his Sorest Judgments? This was the sin which made the state of the jews desperate and deplorable.
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This the Lord charges upon them as a higher Provocation then their Idolatries, for which therefore he visited them with remedilesse punishments. This, this was that sin of the Jews for which God deliver'd them up into Captivity, and brought an utter destruction upon the City Jerusalem. For thus does the Lords charge stand upon perpetual Record against them in holy Scripture.
This the Lord charges upon them as a higher Provocation then their Idolatries, for which Therefore he visited them with remediless punishments. This, this was that since of the jews for which God Delivered them up into Captivity, and brought an utter destruction upon the city Jerusalem. For thus does the lords charge stand upon perpetual Record against them in holy Scripture.
And the LORD God of their Fathers sent to them by his Messengers, rising up betimes , and sending; because he had compassion on his People, and on his dwelling place.
And the LORD God of their Father's sent to them by his Messengers, rising up betimes, and sending; Because he had compassion on his People, and on his Dwelling place.
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But they MOCKED the MESSENGERS of God, and despised his words, and MISUSED his PROPHETS, until the wrath of the LORD arose against his People, till there was no REMEDY.
But they MOCKED the MESSENGERS of God, and despised his words, and MISUSED his PROPHETS, until the wrath of the LORD arose against his People, till there was no REMEDY.
Thus great were the calamities, sore were the Judgements with which God plagued the people of Judah for the contempt, reproach and scorne which they cast upon his Prophets and Messengers, which he sent in his mercy to them.
Thus great were the calamities, soar were the Judgments with which God plagued the people of Judah for the contempt, reproach and scorn which they cast upon his prophets and Messengers, which he sent in his mercy to them.
Abuse of Ambassadours is a high Crime of State, a barbarous villany, violating the LAW of NATIONS. Princes are wont to write such Crimes in the Blood of the guilty,
Abuse of ambassadors is a high Crime of State, a barbarous villainy, violating the LAW of NATIONS. Princes Are wont to write such Crimes in the Blood of the guilty,
unlesse where an Arme of Power is wanting to weild the Sword of Justice. The contempt and reproach which is cast upon Ambassadours reflects upon the King that sent them.
unless where an Arm of Power is wanting to wield the Sword of justice. The contempt and reproach which is cast upon ambassadors reflects upon the King that sent them.
When David thought to shew kindnesse to Hanun, and sent his Ambassadours to comfort him after the Death of his Father, and they were shamefully treated, and villanously abused by him, David raised WAR against him and his people to destroy them .
When David Thought to show kindness to Hanun, and sent his ambassadors to Comfort him After the Death of his Father, and they were shamefully treated, and villanously abused by him, David raised WAR against him and his people to destroy them.
The Gospel is a Letter of Comfort, which God, the King of Heaven, sends by the hands of his Ambassadours, the Ministers of the Gospel, to poore miserable sinners, involv'd in manifold sufferings and sorrows upon the Death of their Father, ADAM, with Commission to comfort them;
The Gospel is a letter of Comfort, which God, the King of Heaven, sends by the hands of his ambassadors, the Ministers of the Gospel, to poor miserable Sinners, involved in manifold sufferings and sorrows upon the Death of their Father, ADAM, with Commission to Comfort them;
But now when these unthankful wretches shall abuse and vilifie the Lords Ambassadours, how do ye think will he deal with them? But perhaps you'l think, this is so high a degree of Basenesse and Ingratitude, that its not to be imagin'd that any men should be found so void of all virtue and humanity as to be guilty of it.
But now when these unthankful wretches shall abuse and vilify the lords ambassadors, how do you think will he deal with them? But perhaps You'll think, this is so high a degree of Baseness and Ingratitude, that its not to be imagined that any men should be found so void of all virtue and humanity as to be guilty of it.
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Hear then a true Relation from the Lords own mouth, of that Reception which some of these sinners gave the Lords Ambassadours, and of the sad effects and consequents thereof.
Hear then a true Relation from the lords own Mouth, of that Reception which Some of these Sinners gave the lords ambassadors, and of the sad effects and consequents thereof.
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for full threescore and ten years, for this sin, did the Lord utterly and finally destroy the City Jerusalem, and lay the whole land desolate. Heare the Lord Jesus Christ for this making that most pathetical Lamentation over this rebellious City, and foretelling its ruine.
for full threescore and ten Years, for this since, did the Lord utterly and finally destroy the city Jerusalem, and lay the Whole land desolate. Hear the Lord jesus christ for this making that most pathetical Lamentation over this rebellious city, and foretelling its ruin.
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if they would give him in hostage ten of the ablest Athenian Orators. But Demosthenes to divert the Athenians from answering his desire by closing in with this Overture, made use of this Apologue. The Wolves (said he) desired a League with the Shepherds, upon this condition that the cause of their strife might be taken away, which was the Shepherds Mastiffs. This granted,
if they would give him in hostage ten of the Ablest Athenian Orators. But Demosthenes to divert the Athenians from answering his desire by closing in with this Overture, made use of this Apologue. The Wolves (said he) desired a League with the Shepherd's, upon this condition that the cause of their strife might be taken away, which was the Shepherd's Mastiffs. This granted,
and the sheep deprived of their Guard, the ravenous Wolves feasted their cruel hunger, and satisfi'd their thirst of blood at the shepherds cost, by a fearlesse preying upon the poore slaughter'd sheep.
and the sheep deprived of their Guard, the ravenous Wolves feasted their cruel hunger, and satisfied their thirst of blood At the shepherd's cost, by a fearless preying upon the poor slaughtered sheep.
Just thus (said he) would Philip deal with you, if once you should yeeld to deliver unto him your vigilant Watchmen, your faithful Orators. Alas, we are taught by a more certaine Oracle, that if the Shepherds be smitten, the sheep must needs be scattered .
Just thus (said he) would Philip deal with you, if once you should yield to deliver unto him your vigilant Watchmen, your faithful Orators. Alas, we Are taught by a more certain Oracle, that if the Shepherd's be smitten, the sheep must needs be scattered.
If those persons, that wicked Generation of men, that will never be satisfi'd with any Propositions of Peace, unless the Seers may be put out of their Places, the Priests (as they reproachfully call them) may be cast out of their Possessions, well may it be laid as a lasting REPROACH upon our English ISRAEL.
If those Persons, that wicked Generation of men, that will never be satisfied with any Propositions of Peace, unless the Seers may be put out of their Places, the Priests (as they reproachfully call them) may be cast out of their Possessions, well may it be laid as a lasting REPROACH upon our English ISRAEL.
If such persons as these shall have liberty to plead against the Pastors of the Church, the Shepherds of the Lords Flock, shall we not judge these to be perillous Times? What then shall we say to these things? Finally, Brethren, pray for us that the Word of the Lord may have free course,
If such Persons as these shall have liberty to plead against the Pastors of the Church, the Shepherd's of the lords Flock, shall we not judge these to be perilous Times? What then shall we say to these things? Finally, Brothers, pray for us that the Word of the Lord may have free course,
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and be glorified, even as [ yet ] it is with you: and that we may be deliver'd from [ such absurd ] unreasonable and wicked men, The fourth Case. Contempt of Gods Ordinances Countenanc't.
and be glorified, even as [ yet ] it is with you: and that we may be Delivered from [ such absurd ] unreasonable and wicked men, The fourth Case. Contempt of God's Ordinances Countenanced.
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WHen men under the Countenance and Protection of the higher Powers can securely cast contempt upon the Ordinances and worship of the most high God, the dayes must needs be evil, the Times perillous.
WHen men under the Countenance and Protection of the higher Powers can securely cast contempt upon the Ordinances and worship of the most high God, the days must needs be evil, the Times perilous.
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If when the Ministers of the Gospel are despised, Iniquity does abound, surely when the Ordinances of God, the very means of grace, are contemned, sinne must needs superabound. And superabounding sinne, will certainly at length bring the overflowing scourge. When the Beasts of the Field shall defile the Waters of the Sanctuary; and the filthy swine shall trample down the green Pastures, wherein the shepherds of Israel are wont to feed their Flocks.
If when the Ministers of the Gospel Are despised, Iniquity does abound, surely when the Ordinances of God, the very means of grace, Are contemned, sin must needs superabound. And superabounding sin, will Certainly At length bring the overflowing scourge. When the Beasts of the Field shall defile the Waters of the Sanctuary; and the filthy Swine shall trample down the green Pastures, wherein the shepherd's of Israel Are wont to feed their Flocks.
When men shall vilifie the Lords Tabernacles, and spit in the face of the Beauties of Holinesse. When men shall cast stones at the Windows of the Sanctuary, by which the Sun of Righteousnesse sheds forth his beames of light upon the children of Zion. When men shall cut in two those golden Pipes, by which the Waters of Life are convey'd from the Wells of Salvation, for the refreshment of the City of God.
When men shall vilify the lords Tabernacles, and spit in the face of the Beauty's of Holiness. When men shall cast stones At the Windows of the Sanctuary, by which the Sun of Righteousness sheds forth his beams of Light upon the children of Zion. When men shall Cut in two those golden Pipes, by which the Waters of Life Are conveyed from the Wells of Salvation, for the refreshment of the city of God.
O God (sayes he ) how long shall the adversary reproach? shall the enemy blaspheme thy Name for ever? He reproaches Caesar that vilifies the coine that beares his Image and Superscription. The Ordinances of the Gospel are that Gold of Sion which bears the Royal stamp. When men shall reject this Gold and call it Drosse, surely Reprobate silver shall men call them,
Oh God (Says he) how long shall the adversary reproach? shall the enemy Blaspheme thy Name for ever? He Reproaches Caesar that vilifies the coin that bears his Image and Superscription. The Ordinances of the Gospel Are that Gold of Sion which bears the Royal stamp. When men shall reject this Gold and call it Dross, surely Reprobate silver shall men call them,
The dayes are evil, when vile sinners (who yet account themselves the onely Saints ) shall contemptuously trample upon the precious Ordinances of Jesus Christ.
The days Are evil, when vile Sinners (who yet account themselves the only Saints) shall contemptuously trample upon the precious Ordinances of jesus christ.
When those blessed Gospel-Ordinances of INFANT-BAPTISME, by which onely the children of Believers are admitted into the Church, and Sacramentally washt from their sins in the blood of their Saviour; ORDINATION OF MINISTERS, by which onely fit persons are authoriz'd to preach the Gospel, and dispense the Seales of the Covenant; SINGING OF PSALMES, wherein the Church on earth becomes a lively Image of Heaven,
When those blessed Gospel ordinances of INFANT-BAPTISME, by which only the children of Believers Are admitted into the Church, and Sacramentally washed from their Sins in the blood of their Saviour; ORDINATION OF MINISTERS, by which only fit Persons Are authorized to preach the Gospel, and dispense the Seals of the Covenant; SINGING OF PSALMES, wherein the Church on earth becomes a lively Image of Heaven,
and the Saints of God have a kinde of Pre-possession of Paradise; when these blessed Ordinances (I say) shall be slighted, vilifi'd, contemn'd by a company of hypocritical Professors, who have taken up a shew of Religion onely to delude men,
and the Saints of God have a kind of Prepossession of Paradise; when these blessed Ordinances (I say) shall be slighted, vilified, contemned by a company of hypocritical Professors, who have taken up a show of Religion only to delude men,
especially when such ungodly Ones shall be protected and promoted by the higher Powers, by whom they ought rather to be punish't for their Irreligion and Profanesse in their open contempt of God, his Authority, Worship and Honour in these his holy institutions.
especially when such ungodly Ones shall be protected and promoted by the higher Powers, by whom they ought rather to be punished for their Irreligion and Profaneness in their open contempt of God, his authority, Worship and Honour in these his holy institutions.
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Yea, when they shall be countenanc't, not onely in the contempt of these Divine Institutions, but also in the Introduction of sundry humane Inventions, instead of these and other Ordinances of God, to the utter exclusion of Gods true Worship, and the setting up of a false worship, founded in their own Will, in the World.
Yea, when they shall be countenanced, not only in the contempt of these Divine Institutions, but also in the Introduction of sundry humane Inventions, instead of these and other Ordinances of God, to the utter exclusion of God's true Worship, and the setting up of a false worship, founded in their own Will, in the World.
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As when they shall introduce into their Schismatical Societies, falsely called Christian Congregations, the REBAPTIZATION OF BELIEVERS, which is nothing else but an actual Renunciation of their former Baptisme, and so consequently of the Covenant of their God,
As when they shall introduce into their Schismatical Societies, falsely called Christian Congregations, the REBAPTIZATION OF BELIEVERS, which is nothing Else but an actual Renunciation of their former Baptism, and so consequently of the Covenant of their God,
Also, the constant PREACHING OF GIFTED BRETHREN, who are so farre from being called to the work of the Ministry, that they wickedly scoff at the onely Gospel-Call thereunto, Ministerial Ordination; yea, which is yet worse,
Also, the constant PREACHING OF GIFTED BRETHREN, who Are so Far from being called to the work of the Ministry, that they wickedly scoff At the only Gospel call thereunto, Ministerial Ordination; yea, which is yet Worse,
when these proud Intruders, presumptuous Usurpers of the Ministerial Office, shall be accounted the onely Gospel-Ministers, such as will preach the Gospel freely to poore Creatures.
when these proud Intruders, presumptuous Usurpers of the Ministerial Office, shall be accounted the only Gospel ministers, such as will preach the Gospel freely to poor Creatures.
for as much as under this pretence of exercising their GIFTS, the vilest Hereticks in the world, shall have an opportunity of poysoning the people of God with their damnable Doctrines, by publick preaching in the open Assemblies.
for as much as under this pretence of exercising their GIFTS, the Vilest Heretics in the world, shall have an opportunity of poisoning the people of God with their damnable Doctrines, by public preaching in the open Assemblies.
Moreover, when BREAKING OF BREAD by the pretended Pastors of Churches, shall be introduc't in stead of the Supper of the Lord, which is indeed no better then a mock-Sacrament, being administred by them that are no Ministers of the Gospel,
Moreover, when BREAKING OF BREAD by the pretended Pastors of Churches, shall be introduced in stead of the Supper of the Lord, which is indeed no better then a mock-Sacrament, being administered by them that Are no Ministers of the Gospel,
For if the changing of the Bread and Wine in the Sacrament of the Lords Supper from a common and ordinary to a sacred Sacramental Use, be an act of Ministerial Authority, as doubtlesse it is,
For if the changing of the Bred and Wine in the Sacrament of the lords Supper from a Common and ordinary to a sacred Sacramental Use, be an act of Ministerial authority, as doubtless it is,
So when instead of singing of Psalmes, they shall introduce into their Assemblies the singing of silly HYMNES, of vulgar Composure, which whether for Rime or Reason, are not much to be prefer'd before those which the common Ballad-mongers sing in the streets under the Name of Godly Ballads. When Gods holy Ordinances shall be contemn'd,
So when instead of singing of Psalms, they shall introduce into their Assemblies the singing of silly HYMNES, of Vulgar Composure, which whither for Rhyme or Reason, Are not much to be preferred before those which the Common Ballad-mongers sing in the streets under the Name of Godly Ballads. When God's holy Ordinances shall be contemned,
to vilifie and reproach the Assemblies of the Saints, calling them the Synagogues of Satan, with many more vile reproaches, which I think not meet to mention;
to vilify and reproach the Assemblies of the Saints, calling them the Synagogues of Satan, with many more vile Reproaches, which I think not meet to mention;
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what shall we think, are not the Dayes evil, the Times perillous? When those shall be countenanc't, honour'd, advanc't in the State, being set in Places of Power and Trust, who do what they can to cast an Odium upon the Ordinances of the Gospel, are not the dayes evil, the Times perillous? These sacred Ordinances are the paths of Christ wherein he walks amongst his People,
what shall we think, Are not the Days evil, the Times perilous? When those shall be countenanced, honoured, advanced in the State, being Set in Places of Power and Trust, who do what they can to cast an Odium upon the Ordinances of the Gospel, Are not the days evil, the Times perilous? These sacred Ordinances Are the paths of christ wherein he walks among his People,
Hereby is the Lord continually provoked to depart from such a people, and therefore the dayes which are defil'd with these Abominations must needs be perillous Times.
Hereby is the Lord continually provoked to depart from such a people, and Therefore the days which Are defiled with these Abominations must needs be perilous Times.
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VVHen the spirit of Errour and Profanesse prevailes more and more in the World, and the Spirit of Prayer and Zeale for truth and holinesse decayes more and more in the Church, the Dayes are evil, the Times perillous.
When the Spirit of Error and Profaneness prevails more and more in the World, and the Spirit of Prayer and Zeal for truth and holiness decays more and more in the Church, the Days Are evil, the Times perilous.
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When the Locusts and Caterpillars swarme in the Fields, and the Frogs croak in every corner of the House, the Judgement of God is already upon the Land. When silly women are led captive in Troops by subtile Deceivers,
When the Locusts and Caterpillars swarm in the Fields, and the Frogs croak in every corner of the House, the Judgement of God is already upon the Land. When silly women Are led captive in Troops by subtle Deceivers,
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Activity of bad men, in carrying on their wicked Designes, and Lukewarmnesse in good men, in promoting the Cause and Interest of Christ, is a sad Symptome of some sore evil at hand.
Activity of bad men, in carrying on their wicked Designs, and Lukewarmness in good men, in promoting the Cause and Interest of christ, is a sad symptom of Some soar evil At hand.
When few are zealous for Truth and Righteousness, & multitudes are zealous for Errour and Impunity in the contempt of Gods holy worship, we may justly feare God will shortly bring some fearful judgement on the Land. When Iniquity abounds, and the love of many waxes cold, the Winter is come, and stormes must be expected.
When few Are zealous for Truth and Righteousness, & Multitudes Are zealous for Error and Impunity in the contempt of God's holy worship, we may justly Fear God will shortly bring Some fearful judgement on the Land. When Iniquity abounds, and the love of many Waxes cold, the Winter is come, and storms must be expected.
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and Amalek prevailes in battel, we must needs expect it should go ill with Israel. When Christians are fallen from their first Love, and Professors are grow'n Lukewarm in Religion;
and Amalek prevails in battle, we must needs expect it should go ill with Israel. When Christians Are fallen from their First Love, and Professors Are grown Lukewarm in Religion;
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yea, and many are become Key-cold in the Cause of Christ, whilest others are very forward and zealous to promote the Honour and Adoration of the Deified IMAGES of their own Fancies, they must needs be perillous Times.
yea, and many Are become Key-cold in the Cause of christ, whilst Others Are very forward and zealous to promote the Honour and Adoration of the Deified IMAGES of their own Fancies, they must needs be perilous Times.
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ZEALE is the Pulse of the Church, as JUSTICE is of the Common-wealth. Now a wise Physician by feeling the Pulse may judge of the state of the Patient. If it be violent and irregular, the body is inflam'd and in a great distemper; if it be very weak, slow, remiss,
ZEALE is the Pulse of the Church, as JUSTICE is of the Commonwealth. Now a wise physician by feeling the Pulse may judge of the state of the Patient. If it be violent and irregular, the body is inflamed and in a great distemper; if it be very weak, slow, remiss,
and much interrupted, it is a sad Symptome of approaching Death. Apostacy in Religion is a fore-runner of Ruine and Destruction to such a particular Church and People .
and much interrupted, it is a sad symptom of approaching Death. Apostasy in Religion is a forerunner of Ruin and Destruction to such a particular Church and People.
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When the Canaanites are combin'd against the Israelites, and the Israelites are divided amongst themselves, needs must they be distressed by their Enemies.
When the Canaanites Are combined against the Israelites, and the Israelites Are divided among themselves, needs must they be distressed by their Enemies.
For they have consulted together with one CONSENT: they are CONFEDERATE against thee. The Tabernacles of Edom, and the Ishmaelites: of Moab and the Hagarens.
For they have consulted together with one CONSENT: they Are CONFEDERATE against thee. The Tabernacles of Edom, and the Ishmaelites: of Moab and the Hagarens.
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Needs must those be perillous Times with the People of Israel, when as a small Flock of sheep, they were surrounded with so many troops of Wolves, Lions and Bears, thirsting after their blood,
Needs must those be perilous Times with the People of Israel, when as a small Flock of sheep, they were surrounded with so many troops of Wolves, Lions and Bears, thirsting After their blood,
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When, in the Dayes of Jehoshaphat , Moab, and Ammon, and mount Seir conspired against Israel, and came up against Jehoshaphat to battel, both he and all the people of the Land were struck with feare in the apprehensions of their great danger.
When, in the Days of Jehoshaphat, Moab, and Ammon, and mount Seir conspired against Israel, and Come up against Jehoshaphat to battle, both he and all the people of the Land were struck with Fear in the apprehensions of their great danger.
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And well might they fear, when three Nations had arm'd themselves against that People, that had provoked the Lord by their sinnes to give them up into their Enemies hands.
And well might they Fear, when three nations had armed themselves against that People, that had provoked the Lord by their Sins to give them up into their Enemies hands.
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for even without any stroke struck by Israel, they themselves destroy'd one another, insomuch that when Israel came against them, they had none to encounter with but the dead Bodies of the slaine, which were fallen to the earth, and none escaped.
for even without any stroke struck by Israel, they themselves destroyed one Another, insomuch that when Israel Come against them, they had none to encounter with but the dead Bodies of the slain, which were fallen to the earth, and none escaped.
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but also expose them to the danger of an utter Destruction. Such Christians as (like Cranes ) fight amongst themselves, do easily become a prey to others.
but also expose them to the danger of an utter Destruction. Such Christians as (like Cranes) fight among themselves, do Easily become a prey to Others.
Thus did the Romane EAGLES prey upon the miserable Jews, conflicting together in Civil Dissentions, until the streets of Jerusalem ran down with blood,
Thus did the Roman EAGLES prey upon the miserable jews, conflicting together in Civil Dissensions, until the streets of Jerusalem ran down with blood,
For before the final devastation of that renowned City, it was divided (as Josephus relates) into a threefold Faction, which under the Conduct of John, Simon and Eleazar, cruelly contested one with another;
For before the final devastation of that renowned city, it was divided (as Josephus relates) into a threefold Faction, which under the Conduct of John, Simon and Eleazar, cruelly contested one with Another;
as occasion serv'd, to each party, ceased not to foment this cruel Dissention, and to enrage the heat of this burning Fever in the heart of the holy City, which could never be cured without the shedding of abundance of Blood, and the loss of many thousand lives.
as occasion served, to each party, ceased not to foment this cruel Dissension, and to enrage the heat of this burning Fever in the heart of the holy city, which could never be cured without the shedding of abundance of Blood, and the loss of many thousand lives.
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And when the Body of the City was miserably torne with these Dissentions within, and in continual danger of the Romans Invasion from without, methinks that Pathetical Representation which the Historian makes of their miserable condition, with the weeping wishes of the woful inhabitants, is enough to fetch Tears from the eyes of any that shall but seriously minde it.
And when the Body of the city was miserably torn with these Dissensions within, and in continual danger of the Roman Invasion from without, methinks that Pathetical Representation which the Historian makes of their miserable condition, with the weeping wishes of the woeful inhabitants, is enough to fetch Tears from the eyes of any that shall but seriously mind it.
For, sayes he , The City being assaulted on every side by treacherous conspiratours, and a rabble multitude of unneighbourly Neighbours in the out-parts thereof, the People in the midst,
For, Says he, The city being assaulted on every side by treacherous conspirators, and a rabble multitude of unneighbourly Neighbours in the out-parts thereof, the People in the midst,
But the ancient men and the women being utterly at a losse which way to escape such pressing calamities, wish't for the Romanes, hoping that a forreign Warre might give them some releasement from the bleeding miseries of these intestine Broiles.
But the ancient men and the women being utterly At a loss which Way to escape such pressing calamities, wished for the Romans, hoping that a foreign War might give them Some releasement from the bleeding misery's of these intestine Broils.
But sad is the state of that people who are in more danger, in more feare of their own bloody Brethren, then of the most enraged Enemies. But alas when the Romanes furiously came against them,
But sad is the state of that people who Are in more danger, in more Fear of their own bloody Brothers, then of the most enraged Enemies. But alas when the Romans furiously Come against them,
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how easily did a divided self-destroying people become a prey to their cruel enemies, who slew with the sword about eleven hundred thousand of them, utterly destroy'd that famous City, and that glorious Temple, which was justly renown'd throughout the whole World.
how Easily did a divided Self-destroying people become a prey to their cruel enemies, who slew with the sword about eleven hundred thousand of them, utterly destroyed that famous city, and that glorious Temple, which was justly renowned throughout the Whole World.
Thus Sedition in a state facilitates the way to its Destruction. And, the matter of Sedition (sayes the Lord Verulam ) is of two kindes; much Roverty, and much discontentment.
Thus Sedition in a state facilitates the Way to its Destruction. And, the matter of Sedition (Says the Lord Verulam) is of two Kinds; much Roverty, and much discontentment.
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When men are grown desperate, the times must needs be dangerous. Now, the Causes and motions of Seditions (sayes the same Authour) are Innovation in Religion; Taxes; Alteration of Laws and Customes; Breaking of Priviledges; general Oppression; Advancement of unworthy Persons; Strangers; Dearths; Disbanded Souldiers; Factions grown desperate;
When men Are grown desperate, the times must needs be dangerous. Now, the Causes and motions of Seditions (Says the same Author) Are Innovation in Religion; Taxes; Alteration of Laws and Customs; Breaking of Privileges; general Oppression; Advancement of unworthy Persons; Strangers; Dearths; Disbanded Soldiers; Factions grown desperate;
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and that sufficiently confirm'd by many sad experiences, that when we see this Matter, these Motives of Sedition, we need not doubt to say, the Times are perillous.
and that sufficiently confirmed by many sad experiences, that when we see this Matter, these Motives of Sedition, we need not doubt to say, the Times Are perilous.
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This the Wise Father taught his children, when he gave them a bundle of Rods to break, which they were not able to do when bound together, but easily snapt them in sunder when sever'd, and singly deliver'd unto them.
This the Wise Father taught his children, when he gave them a bundle of Rods to break, which they were not able to do when bound together, but Easily snapped them in sunder when severed, and singly Delivered unto them.
Union of the Inhabitants, is a Nations strength and glory: but Dissentions weaken its Strength, stain its Glory, and presage its Ruine. Union of the Inhabitants is a brazen Wall of Defence round about a Nation, to keep its enemies out;
union of the Inhabitants, is a nations strength and glory: but Dissensions weaken its Strength, stain its Glory, and presage its Ruin. union of the Inhabitants is a brazen Wall of Defence round about a nation, to keep its enemies out;
But when a Nation shall by sundry Factions and frequent Seditions teare in pieces its own bowels, it may soone be crush't and quell'd by a Forreign Force.
But when a nation shall by sundry Factions and frequent Seditions tear in Pieces its own bowels, it may soon be crushed and quelled by a Foreign Force.
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When two great Nations profest enemies to the true Christian Religion are combin'd in a League of Amity, and one small Nation professing the Christian Religion, is divided within it self into almost a thousand fragments, by a multitude of discordant Sects, and many of them are already inflam'd after War and Blood, and can hardly forbear some bloody Attempts, for the tearing in pieces of their fellow-Members of the same Nation,
When two great nations professed enemies to the true Christian Religion Are combined in a League of Amity, and one small nation professing the Christian Religion, is divided within it self into almost a thousand fragments, by a multitude of discordant Sects, and many of them Are already inflamed After War and Blood, and can hardly forbear Some bloody Attempts, for the tearing in Pieces of their Fellow members of the same nation,
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and a great number of them are the close Friends to the open Enemy, and are continually blowing up the sparks of Dissention, for the kindling of the Fire of War in the whole Kingdom, are not such a People in a dangerous state,
and a great number of them Are the close Friends to the open Enemy, and Are continually blowing up the sparks of Dissension, for the kindling of the Fire of War in the Whole Kingdom, Are not such a People in a dangerous state,
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and Factions are carry'd openly and audaciously (as that learned States-man , before mention'd, well observes) it is a signe the reverence of Government is lost.
and Factions Are carried openly and audaciously (as that learned Statesman, before mentioned, well observes) it is a Signen the Reverence of Government is lost.
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Divisions have produced great Alterations, accompanied with many woful - Effects, in the most potent Kingdomes on Earth, the mightiest Monarchies of the World.
Divisions have produced great Alterations, accompanied with many woeful - Effects, in the most potent Kingdoms on Earth, the Mightiest Monarchies of the World.
when they do not, by the noise of their tumults, deprive themselves of the sweet pleasure of this Heavenly Musick? When PEACE that Bird of Paradise, sits and sings in the Land, do not we presently see a flowry Spring of all desirable earthly Felicities? And when by our kinde usage we invite her to our Bosomes, does she not presently still our tumultuous Thoughts, put our affections into a delicious Dance, and heighten our hearts gladnesse to a kinde of ravishment and sweet excesse, by her Angellick Notes;
when they do not, by the noise of their tumults, deprive themselves of the sweet pleasure of this Heavenly Music? When PEACE that Bird of Paradise, sits and sings in the Land, do not we presently see a flowery Spring of all desirable earthly Felicities? And when by our kind usage we invite her to our Bosoms, does she not presently still our tumultuous Thoughts, put our affections into a delicious Dance, and heighten our hearts gladness to a kind of ravishment and sweet excess, by her Angellick Notes;
And therefore he neither tenders the welfare of his private Family, nor the publick interests of Lawes or Liberties who delights in Discords, the slaughter of Citizens, and Civil War;
And Therefore he neither tenders the welfare of his private Family, nor the public interests of Laws or Liberties who delights in Discords, the slaughter of Citizens, and Civil War;
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an amiable and well-agreeing Order, the whole Creation would presently fall into a fiery Contention, and so all the Beauties of this rare Building would be stain'd with the Blood of the warring Creatures,
an amiable and well-agreeing Order, the Whole Creation would presently fallen into a fiery Contention, and so all the Beauty's of this rare Building would be stained with the Blood of the warring Creatures,
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until the whole Fabrick, weaken'd and wasted with these Flames and Wars, would suddenly sink down into the first Chaos of Confusion. And if once DISCORD should draw her sword, and with her Forces and Followers, Wrath, Cruelty, Revenge, Malice, Murders, Massacres, Fears, Fury, Horrour, and the rest of her ragged regiment, march forth into the world to warre against miserable mankinde;
until the Whole Fabric, weakened and wasted with these Flames and Wars, would suddenly sink down into the First Chaos of Confusion. And if once DISCORD should draw her sword, and with her Forces and Followers, Wrath, Cruelty, Revenge, Malice, Murders, Massacres, Fears, Fury, Horror, and the rest of her ragged regiment, march forth into the world to war against miserable mankind;
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and if once, according to her wonted successe in all her warres, she should come to dominere over Kingdomes, Cities, Families, they would soon become so many miserable Maps of Confusion, and Stages of Blood. HAPPINES would presently take Wing and flie from them,
and if once, according to her wonted success in all her wars, she should come to dominere over Kingdoms, Cities, Families, they would soon become so many miserable Maps of Confusion, and Stages of Blood. HAPPINESS would presently take Wing and fly from them,
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For no City can be Happy that is the Seat of Sedition, nor will Happinesse dwell in that House which is the habitation of Strife, the very Governours whereof are under the Dominion of Discord.
For no city can be Happy that is the Seat of Sedition, nor will Happiness dwell in that House which is the habitation of Strife, the very Governors whereof Are under the Dominion of Discord.
For surely when we see in the same Land, Church against Church, Altar against Altar, Pulpit against Pulpit, People against People, its a sad Symptome of the Ruine and Destruction of that Land. For Division brings Confusion, and Confusion brings Destruction. And when the Sheep turne head and strike at one another, it's a sign a storme is at hand .
For surely when we see in the same Land, Church against Church, Altar against Altar, Pulpit against Pulpit, People against People, its a sad symptom of the Ruin and Destruction of that Land. For Division brings Confusion, and Confusion brings Destruction. And when the Sheep turn head and strike At one Another, it's a Signen a storm is At hand.
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They that are thus wanton while the windes are still, will finde their state woful when the storme is come For, Discords amongst Brethren have produced dreadful effects:
They that Are thus wanton while the winds Are still, will find their state woeful when the storm is come For, Discords among Brothers have produced dreadful effects:
God whose holy and gracious Presence makes his Church happy and glorious, is a God of Peace and Love, and he requires all his children to live together in Love and Peace, that he may dwell amongst them.
God whose holy and gracious Presence makes his Church happy and glorious, is a God of Peace and Love, and he requires all his children to live together in Love and Peace, that he may dwell among them.
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But when the People of God do by their continual Jarrings banish these excellent Virtues (which as Doves when they heare a noise, fly out of their House) they provoke God to depart from them,
But when the People of God do by their continual Jarrings banish these excellent Virtues (which as Dove when they hear a noise, fly out of their House) they provoke God to depart from them,
But the state of such a divided people is yet more sad, when the enemies seeing them thus weaken'd by Division, do strengthen themselves against them by Confederacy and combination.
But the state of such a divided people is yet more sad, when the enemies seeing them thus weakened by Division, do strengthen themselves against them by Confederacy and combination.
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When Herod and Pilate (who before were at enmity between themselves ) were made Friends, Christ was soon after condemn'd and crucifi'd. Certainly for the Divisions of Brethren there is cause of great Thoughts, great searchings of Heart;
When Herod and Pilate (who before were At enmity between themselves) were made Friends, christ was soon After condemned and Crucified. Certainly for the Divisions of Brothers there is cause of great Thoughts, great searchings of Heart;
or were sure they never should see any change. Strange it is that a ship newly tost with a Tempest, and very lately like to have been swallow'd up by the Seas, should saile securely among the yet unquiet Waves, when the cloudy heavens threaten a new storme. Though the storme be past, it's no wisdome while men are yet at sea, to be secure in a Calme. Men are oft in most Danger when they are in least fear of Danger.
or were sure they never should see any change. Strange it is that a ship newly tossed with a Tempest, and very lately like to have been swallowed up by the Seas, should sail securely among the yet unquiet Waves, when the cloudy heavens threaten a new storm. Though the storm be passed, it's no Wisdom while men Are yet At sea, to be secure in a Cam. Men Are oft in most Danger when they Are in least Fear of Danger.
Do not your Mariners observe, that the greatest Calme is oft the Forerunner of the greatest Storme? And have not the most dangerous Earth-quakes come unawares,
Do not your Mariners observe, that the greatest Cam is oft the Forerunner of the greatest Storm? And have not the most dangerous Earthquakes come unawares,
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after a still and quiet season, and suddenly swallow'd up men and beasts, Houses and Cities? •owever, security, especially in an unsetled state of things, is a Symptome of great Danger, a Prognostick of perillous Times.
After a still and quiet season, and suddenly swallowed up men and beasts, Houses and Cities? •owever, security, especially in an unsettled state of things, is a symptom of great Danger, a Prognostic of perilous Times.
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Strange it is that men should sit still in a mindlesse security, notwithstanding the great mutations, unexpected emergencies, various turnings of the wheeles of the Divine Providence, which call aloud upon them to minde what great works God is doing in the world,
Strange it is that men should fit still in a mindless security, notwithstanding the great mutations, unexpected emergencies, various turnings of the wheels of the Divine Providence, which call aloud upon them to mind what great works God is doing in the world,
For sayes he, This Time is full of Contrarieties, of Births and Deaths, of the flourishing and plucking up of Plants, of curing and killing, of building up and breaking down of Houses, of weeping and laughing, of mourning and dancing.
For Says he, This Time is full of Contrarieties, of Births and Death's, of the flourishing and plucking up of Plants, of curing and killing, of building up and breaking down of Houses, of weeping and laughing, of mourning and dancing.
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are not the Times perillous, and is it not strange that men can be secure? When the Strong shall be made Weak, and the Rich shall become Poore, and the Honourable shall be esteemed Base; while those that were poore,
Are not the Times perilous, and is it not strange that men can be secure? When the Strong shall be made Weak, and the Rich shall become Poor, and the Honourable shall be esteemed Base; while those that were poor,
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and weak, and base, shall become Rich, and Strong, and great in the World, are not the Times perillous? May we not then say, Let him that thinketh he standeth, take heed lest he fall? Is it not strange that at such a Time men can be secure? But then does Security much encrease the Danger, and make the Times the more perillous.
and weak, and base, shall become Rich, and Strong, and great in the World, Are not the Times perilous? May we not then say, Let him that Thinketh he Stands, take heed lest he fallen? Is it not strange that At such a Time men can be secure? But then does Security much increase the Danger, and make the Times the more perilous.
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Thus Gideon with three hundred men, weary, hungry and faint, went up against the two Kings of Midian, Zebah and Zalmunna, and their Hosts, about fifteen thousand men,
Thus gideon with three hundred men, weary, hungry and faint, went up against the two Kings of Midian, Zebah and Zalmunna, and their Hosts, about fifteen thousand men,
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how they dwelt carelesse, after the manner of the Zidonians, quiet and secure, and there was no Magistrate in the Land, that might put them to shame in any thing ;
how they dwelled careless, After the manner of the Zidonians, quiet and secure, and there was no Magistrate in the Land, that might put them to shame in any thing;
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they made the Report hereof to their brethren that sent them, and encouraged them to attempt the Invasion of them, saying, Arise, that we may go up against them:
they made the Report hereof to their brothers that sent them, and encouraged them to attempt the Invasion of them, saying, Arise, that we may go up against them:
And therefore sayes the Lord, Woe to them that are SECURE in Zion, and trust in the mountaine of Samaria, which are named chief of the Nations, to whom the House of Israel came: [ as to places of Worship, Seats of Justice, Courts of their Kings.
And Therefore Says the Lord, Woe to them that Are SECURE in Zion, and trust in the mountain of Samaria, which Are nam chief of the nations, to whom the House of Israel Come: [ as to places of Worship, Seats of justice, Courts of their Kings.
so that whatever they sometimes were, behold them now and see ] be they better then these Kingdomes [ of Judah and Israel? ] or their Border greater then your Border? ye that [ in your carnal security ] put far away the Evil Day, [ the Day wherein God will call you to account for all your miscarriages,
so that whatever they sometime were, behold them now and see ] be they better then these Kingdoms [ of Judah and Israel? ] or their Border greater then your Border? you that [ in your carnal security ] put Far away the Evil Day, [ the Day wherein God will call you to account for all your miscarriages,
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and severely punish you for all your provocations, though you now (that you may the more securely continue in your sinnes) put the Thoughts thereof far from you ] and cause the Seat of Violence to come neare .
and severely Punish you for all your provocations, though you now (that you may the more securely continue in your Sins) put the Thoughts thereof Far from you ] and cause the Seat of Violence to come near.
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The Danger must needs be great when men live secure in the guilt of those sinnes and Provocations, whereby they have made God himself to become their Enemy. When men presume of safety, meerly because they prosper in their sinnes; and are settled on their Lees, because they are not yet empty'd from vessel to vessel, in the execution of the Lords Judgements;
The Danger must needs be great when men live secure in the guilt of those Sins and Provocations, whereby they have made God himself to become their Enemy. When men presume of safety, merely Because they prosper in their Sins; and Are settled on their Lees, Because they Are not yet emptied from vessel to vessel, in the execution of the lords Judgments;
For sayes the Lord, It shall come to pass at that time [ which is prefixt for their punishment ] that I will search Jerusalem with Candles, and punish the men that are settled on their Lees;
For Says the Lord, It shall come to pass At that time [ which is prefixed for their punishment ] that I will search Jerusalem with Candles, and Punish the men that Are settled on their Lees;
the mighty man shall cry there bitterly. That Day is a DAY of WRATH, a Day of trouble and distresse, a Day of Wastness and Desolation, a Day of Darknesse and Gloominesse, a Day of Clouds and thick Darkness, a Day of the Trumpet and Alarme against the fenced Cities, and against the high Towers.
the mighty man shall cry there bitterly. That Day is a DAY of WRATH, a Day of trouble and distress, a Day of Wasteness and Desolation, a Day of Darkness and Gloominess, a Day of Clouds and thick Darkness, a Day of the Trumpet and Alarm against the fenced Cities, and against the high Towers.
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for he shall make a speedy Riddance of all them that dwell in the Land. Thus presumptuous and secure sinners may at length pluck down dreadful Judgements both upon themselves and the whole Land. When such sinners are to be found in Zion, the Times must needs be perillous.
for he shall make a speedy Riddance of all them that dwell in the Land. Thus presumptuous and secure Sinners may At length pluck down dreadful Judgments both upon themselves and the Whole Land. When such Sinners Are to be found in Zion, the Times must needs be perilous.
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Before the persecution in Bohemia, the Churches there having had a long continued calme of Peace, in the plentiful enjoyment of the Gospel and means of grace, men began to grow extreame loose in their Lives,
Before the persecution in Bohemia, the Churches there having had a long continued Cam of Peace, in the plentiful enjoyment of the Gospel and means of grace, men began to grow extreme lose in their Lives,
and very secure in their sinnes, though they were guilty of many and great Provocations, insomuch as many pious and prudent men began to presage that some horrible storme would suddenly arise,
and very secure in their Sins, though they were guilty of many and great Provocations, insomuch as many pious and prudent men began to presage that Some horrible storm would suddenly arise,
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when there is not that watchfulness, that care and zeale for the cause of Christ, that frequency and seriousness in seeking of God that there ought to be;
when there is not that watchfulness, that care and zeal for the cause of christ, that frequency and seriousness in seeking of God that there ought to be;
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But I shall adde one more by way of Corollary and Conclusion, which carries in it a respect to all the rest, The last (but not least) Symptome. The Perill of Plain-dealing.
But I shall add one more by Way of Corollary and Conclusion, which carries in it a respect to all the rest, The last (but not lest) symptom. The Peril of Plain-dealing.
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Now the more obdurate men are in their sinnes, the more Impatient they are of reproofs, the more enraged they are at their Reprover, hating him for telling them the Truth, and persecuting him for warning them of the wrath to come, the more perillous are the times.
Now the more obdurate men Are in their Sins, the more Impatient they Are of reproofs, the more enraged they Are At their Reprover, hating him for telling them the Truth, and persecuting him for warning them of the wrath to come, the more perilous Are the times.
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Thus when the wicked and rebellious Jews were faithfully reproved by Stephen, for those fearful sins whereof their own consciences told them they were deeply guilty;
Thus when the wicked and rebellious jews were faithfully reproved by Stephen, for those fearful Sins whereof their own Consciences told them they were deeply guilty;
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as when he plainly told them to their faces, that however they would be thought the onely people of God, they were no better then Persecutors and Murderers, persecutors of the best of men, Murderers of the Sonne of God; they were cut to the heart, and gnashed upon him with their teeth,
as when he plainly told them to their faces, that however they would be Thought the only people of God, they were no better then Persecutors and Murderers, persecutors of the best of men, Murderers of the Son of God; they were Cut to the heart, and gnashed upon him with their teeth,
they hate him that rebuketh in the Gate [ the place of Publick Conventions, where wisdom cryeth to the simple ] and they abhorre him that speaketh uprightly, [ not dealing deceitfully with them in the matters of the greatest concernment.
they hate him that Rebuketh in the Gate [ the place of Public Conventions, where Wisdom Cries to the simple ] and they abhor him that speaks uprightly, [ not dealing deceitfully with them in the matters of the greatest concernment.
This, unlesse they had a Call from God, as had the Prophets of the Lord, to reprove these wicked ones for their sinnes, and to give in their Testimony, in the behalf of God against their irregular and unjust proceedings.
This, unless they had a Call from God, as had the prophets of the Lord, to reprove these wicked ones for their Sins, and to give in their Testimony, in the behalf of God against their irregular and unjust proceedings.
The times are unquestionably perillous, when the Terrible one is in Power, and the Scorner is in Favour, and they that watch for iniquity are rewarded: That make a man an Offendor for a Word, and lay a snare for him that reproveth in the Gate, and turne aside the just for a thing of nought.
The times Are unquestionably perilous, when the Terrible one is in Power, and the Scorner is in Favour, and they that watch for iniquity Are rewarded: That make a man an Offender for a Word, and lay a snare for him that Reproveth in the Gate, and turn aside the just for a thing of nought.
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These are perillous Times to the People of God, neither can the Church, according to the Scripture-Calculation, expect good Dayes, till the terrible one is brought to nought,
These Are perilous Times to the People of God, neither can the Church, according to the Scripture-Calculation, expect good Days, till the terrible one is brought to nought,
and watch for opportunities to ensnare his Prophets, and seek an occasion to persecute the Preachers of his Word, who reprove them for their fearful Impieties and horrid enormities, whereby they pluck down Judgements upon the whole Land, the Times must needs be evil and perillous.
and watch for opportunities to ensnare his prophets, and seek an occasion to persecute the Preachers of his Word, who reprove them for their fearful Impieties and horrid enormities, whereby they pluck down Judgments upon the Whole Land, the Times must needs be evil and perilous.
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For, Judgement is toward you (saith the LORD ) O House of the King [ O ye State-Robbers, that have turned the Kings House into a Den of Thieves ] because ye have been a SNARE on Mizpah, and a NET spread upon Tabor:
For, Judgement is towards you (Says the LORD) Oh House of the King [ O you State-Robbers, that have turned the Kings House into a Den of Thieves ] Because you have been a SNARE on Mizpah, and a NET spread upon Tabor:
they are profound in making PLOTS to murther men ] though I have been a REBUKER of them all [ who have thus villanously conspired against them, who have rebuked them for their sins in my Name.
they Are profound in making PLOTS to murder men ] though I have been a REBUKER of them all [ who have thus villanously conspired against them, who have rebuked them for their Sins in my Name.
When a wicked Ruler, rashly engaged in a destructive enterprize, shall say concerning a Preacher of Gods Word, that sought to reclaime him, Put this fellow in the Prison,
When a wicked Ruler, rashly engaged in a destructive enterprise, shall say Concerning a Preacher of God's Word, that sought to reclaim him, Put this fellow in the Prison,
Yea, when this will not yet satisfie their malice and cruelty, but they shall press hard upon him with their false Accusations, saying, He weakens the hands of the Souldiers and Citizens by preaching such things as these are, at such a season as this is;
Yea, when this will not yet satisfy their malice and cruelty, but they shall press hard upon him with their false Accusations, saying, He weakens the hands of the Soldiers and Citizens by preaching such things as these Are, At such a season as this is;
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but the utter Ruine and Destruction of the City Jerusalem, and the carrying Captive both of the Princes and of the People into Babylon, as we read in the sacred Records of the Holy Scripture ? Behold his usage, the fore-running presage of these soon-following calamities on the Jewish Nation.
but the utter Ruin and Destruction of the city Jerusalem, and the carrying Captive both of the Princes and of the People into Babylon, as we read in the sacred Records of the Holy Scripture? Behold his usage, the forerunning presage of these soon-following calamities on the Jewish nation.
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It came to passe (says the sacred Story ) that when the Army of the Caldeans was broken up from Jerusalem for fear of Pharaohs Army, then Jeremiah went forth out of Jerusalem to go into the Land of Benjamin, to separate himself thence in the midst of the People.
It Come to pass (Says the sacred Story) that when the Army of the Chaldaeans was broken up from Jerusalem for Fear of Pharaohs Army, then Jeremiah went forth out of Jerusalem to go into the Land of Benjamin, to separate himself thence in the midst of the People.
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And when he was in the Gate of Benjamin, a CAPTAINE of the Ward was there, whose name was Irijah, the sonne of Shelemiah, the son of Hananiah, and he took Jeremiah the Prophet, saying, Thou fallest away to the Caldeans. Then said Jeremiah, It is false, I fall not away to the Caldeans: but he hearkened not to him:
And when he was in the Gate of Benjamin, a CAPTAINE of the Ward was there, whose name was Irijah, the son of Shelemiah, the son of Hananiah, and he took Jeremiah the Prophet, saying, Thou Fallest away to the Chaldaeans. Then said Jeremiah, It is false, I fallen not away to the Chaldaeans: but he harkened not to him:
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Wherefore the PRINCES were wroth with Jeremiah, and smote him, and put him in PRISON in the House of Jonathan the Scribe: for they had made that the Prison:
Wherefore the PRINCES were wroth with Jeremiah, and smote him, and put him in PRISON in the House of Johnathan the Scribe: for they had made that the Prison:
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We have a further account of their injurious proceedings against him, their false charge and bloody Petition prefer'd in an unjust Court, with the Issue thereof, suiting to their own Desires, or rather (though disguis'd in a Petitionary Way, as appeares by the story) their peremptory Demands, so little Reverence did they beare to the Authority of their King. For thus is it recorded;
We have a further account of their injurious proceedings against him, their false charge and bloody Petition preferred in an unjust Court, with the Issue thereof, suiting to their own Desires, or rather (though disguised in a Petitionary Way, as appears by the story) their peremptory Demands, so little reverence did they bear to the authority of their King. For thus is it recorded;
Then Shephatiah the son of Mattan, and Gedaliah the son of Pashur, and Jucal the sonne of Shelemiah, and Pashur the sonne of Malchiah, heard the words that Jeremiah had spoken unto all the People, saying,
Then Shephatiah the son of Mattan, and Gedaliah the son of Pashur, and Jucal the son of Shelemiah, and Pashur the son of Malchiah, herd the words that Jeremiah had spoken unto all the People, saying,
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but he that goeth forth to the Caldeans, shall live: for he shall have his Life for a Prey, and shall live. Thus saith the LORD, This City shall surely be given into the hand of the King of Babylon's Army, which shall take it.
but he that Goes forth to the Chaldaeans, shall live: for he shall have his Life for a Prey, and shall live. Thus Says the LORD, This city shall surely be given into the hand of the King of Babylon's Army, which shall take it.
Thus when the Apostle fore-warnes us of perillous Times, he plainly tells us, that in those Dayes, men shall be False-accusers, Fierce, Despisers of those that are Good.
Thus when the Apostle forewarns us of perilous Times, he plainly tells us, that in those Days, men shall be False-accusers, Fierce, Despisers of those that Are Good.
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Say the CAPTAINES of the Host to Jehu, concerning a Prophet of the LORD, Wherefore came this MAD fellow to thee? Thus when Piety is banisht from the Court, and Iniquity abounds in the Camp, he that departeth from Evil is accounted MAD ,
Say the CAPTAINES of the Host to Jehu, Concerning a Prophet of the LORD, Wherefore Come this MAD fellow to thee? Thus when Piety is banished from the Court, and Iniquity abounds in the Camp, he that departeth from Evil is accounted MAD,
when AUTHORITY is stript of her Robes of State, and POWER is cloathed and adorn'd with her Spoiles, it's high time for TRUTH and PIETY to fly to the Sanctuary of God, and there to wait for the HONOUR of MARTYRDOME at his holy Altar.
when AUTHORITY is stripped of her Robes of State, and POWER is clothed and adorned with her Spoils, it's high time for TRUTH and PIETY to fly to the Sanctuary of God, and there to wait for the HONOUR of MARTYRDOME At his holy Altar.
When the Mines are made, the Powder is laid, and the Match is lighted for the blowing up of the House, as the Danger is great to them that are therein,
When the Mines Are made, the Powder is laid, and the Match is lighted for the blowing up of the House, as the Danger is great to them that Are therein,
How sad is the state of things, when Warning shall be given to men from God of their near approachings evils and Judgements, which God is ready to execute upon them for their sinnes,
How sad is the state of things, when Warning shall be given to men from God of their near approachings evils and Judgments, which God is ready to execute upon them for their Sins,
and they shall contemptuously reject all such Admonitions, with many tart invectives (at least) and sharp reflections upon them that have thus warn'd and admonisht them in the Name of the Lord, saying, All this is but out of the Pride of their hearts, the bitternesse of their spirit,
and they shall contemptuously reject all such Admonitions, with many tart invectives (At least) and sharp reflections upon them that have thus warned and admonished them in the Name of the Lord, saying, All this is but out of the Pride of their hearts, the bitterness of their Spirit,
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Thus did the rebellious Jews reject the reproofs and premonitions of the Prophet Ezekiel, immediately before they experimented the strength of Gods hand,
Thus did the rebellious jews reject the reproofs and premonitions of the Prophet Ezekielem, immediately before they experimented the strength of God's hand,
Demosthenes, the famous Athenian Oratour, and illustrious Assertour of the Graecian Liberties, against the injurious intrusions of the Macedonian Monarch, being banisht by his ungrateful Citizens,
Demosthenes, the famous Athenian Orator, and illustrious Assertor of the Grecian Liberties, against the injurious intrusions of the Macedonian Monarch, being banished by his ungrateful Citizens,
for his own part he assured them, that if the Athenians would afford him the Liberty of Choice, whether to go (as he was wont) into the Assemblies to make Orations to the People,
for his own part he assured them, that if the Athenians would afford him the Liberty of Choice, whither to go (as he was wont) into the Assemblies to make Orations to the People,
or to climb a Scaffold to receive the stroke of Death, he now knew so much by his own experience of the Feares, Envies, Suspitions, Slanders, Accusations and Injuries that still attend him that shall interesse himself in the Affaires of the Common-wealth,
or to climb a Scaffold to receive the stroke of Death, he now knew so much by his own experience of the Fears, Envies, Suspicions, Slanders, Accusations and Injuries that still attend him that shall Interest himself in the Affairs of the Commonwealth,
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What should be the ground of this Choice, but that he thought one Death was rather to be chosen then many? Thus we see how publick Persons are exposed to Danger in perillous Times, especially when the Common-wealth is pester'd with Factious People. There are two things which a Factious, Ambitious People can never beare, the Tongue of the Preacher, and the Head of the Prince. But beyond all colour of contradiction, the peril of Gods Ministers in delivering his Message to a people professing Religion and godlinesse, speaks the Times to be perillous.
What should be the ground of this Choice, but that he Thought one Death was rather to be chosen then many? Thus we see how public Persons Are exposed to Danger in perilous Times, especially when the Commonwealth is pestered with Factious People. There Are two things which a Factious, Ambitious People can never bear, the Tongue of the Preacher, and the Head of the Prince. But beyond all colour of contradiction, the peril of God's Ministers in delivering his Message to a people professing Religion and godliness, speaks the Times to be perilous.
We shall now give a brief answer to the two remaining Questions, and so proceed to the second principal Enquiry which was at first propounded for the prosecution of th• subject.
We shall now give a brief answer to the two remaining Questions, and so proceed to the second principal Enquiry which was At First propounded for the prosecution of th• Subject.
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But when the sinnes of men have provok'd the wrath of God, what can we expect but perillous Times? God is no lesse dreadful in his Judgements, then he is gracious to his Saints in the distribution of his Favours. Doubtlesse it is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God .
But when the Sins of men have provoked the wrath of God, what can we expect but perilous Times? God is no less dreadful in his Judgments, then he is gracious to his Saints in the distribution of his Favours. Doubtless it is a fearful thing to fallen into the hands of the living God.
how should the Inhabitants of the Land be as withered stubble before him! What dreadful Judgements hath a provoked God thrown down from heaven upon a provoking people!
how should the Inhabitants of the Land be as withered stubble before him! What dreadful Judgments hath a provoked God thrown down from heaven upon a provoking people!
II. Men are perverted. When the minds of men are perverted by the Doctrines of Deceivers, all their paths are full of darknesse and danger. For the Minde is the eye of the soul.
II Men Are perverted. When the minds of men Are perverted by the Doctrines of Deceivers, all their paths Are full of darkness and danger. For the Mind is the eye of the soul.
and multitudes are baptiz'd into the Belief of them, and so the souls of men are perverted and impoyson'd by them, these must needs be Dayes of Danger, perillous Times.
and Multitudes Are baptized into the Belief of them, and so the Souls of men Are perverted and empoisoned by them, these must needs be Days of Danger, perilous Times.
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When the Glory of true Christianity is eclipst, and the Mystery of Iniquity is mightily working in the mindes of men, such Times must needs be perillous and pernicious. III.
When the Glory of true Christianity is eclipsed, and the Mystery of Iniquity is mightily working in the minds of men, such Times must needs be perilous and pernicious. III.
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The Land is polluted. Reigning sinnes, prevailing abominations, especially when patronized by those by whom they should be punished, whereby they become National sinnes, do exceedingly pollute a Land. Now when the Land is polluted, what can be expected but that God should depart from it,
The Land is polluted. Reigning Sins, prevailing abominations, especially when patronized by those by whom they should be punished, whereby they become National Sins, do exceedingly pollute a Land. Now when the Land is polluted, what can be expected but that God should depart from it,
and bring in a Deluge of Judgement, or kindle a dreadful burning to purge it? Is not this then a sad presage of perillous Times? After the House of the Lord in Jerusalem was polluted by the Abominations of the people of Judah, both the City and the Temple was destroy'd .
and bring in a Deluge of Judgement, or kindle a dreadful burning to purge it? Is not this then a sad presage of perilous Times? After the House of the Lord in Jerusalem was polluted by the Abominations of the people of Judah, both the city and the Temple was destroyed.
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When the Land of Canaan was polluted by the sinnes of the Canaanites, God deliver'd both them and their Land into the hand of the Israelites, and when it was polluted by the Israelites, he deliver'd them up into the hand of the Canaanites, as we read in the Book of the Judges .
When the Land of Canaan was polluted by the Sins of the Canaanites, God Delivered both them and their Land into the hand of the Israelites, and when it was polluted by the Israelites, he Delivered them up into the hand of the Canaanites, as we read in the Book of the Judges.
Persecution, with War; the plague of Errours, with the Pestilence; the Contempt of the heavenly Manna of his holy Word, with Famine and want of necessary food.
Persecution, with War; the plague of Errors, with the Pestilence; the Contempt of the heavenly Manna of his holy Word, with Famine and want of necessary food.
He may wash that Land with Blood that hath been defiled with Oppression and Murder. He may sweep that house with the Pestilence that hath been defiled with Pride and Perjury. He may scourge that people with Famine, that have sin'd through Fulnesse of Bread. He may break that land in pieces by the thunder of his Judgements, that hath not taken warning by the lightening of his Threatnings, in the preaching of his Word.
He may wash that Land with Blood that hath been defiled with Oppression and Murder. He may sweep that house with the Pestilence that hath been defiled with Pride and Perjury. He may scourge that people with Famine, that have sinned through Fullness of Bred. He may break that land in Pieces by the thunder of his Judgments, that hath not taken warning by the lightning of his Threatenings, in the preaching of his Word.
when Covetousnesse is become cruel in grinding the faces of the Poore , and Profanesse bold in slighting of Sabbaths and sacred Solemnities of Divine Worship, God may justly cause that Land to tremble for the horrour of his Judgements,
when Covetousness is become cruel in grinding the faces of the Poor, and Profaneness bold in slighting of Sabbaths and sacred Solemnities of Divine Worship, God may justly cause that Land to tremble for the horror of his Judgments,
Heare this O ye that swallow up the needy, even to make the Poor of the Land to faile, saying, When will the New Moon be gone, that we may sell Corne? and the Sabbath, that we may set forth Wheat, making the Ephah [ wherewith they measured their Grain ] small, and the Shekel [ wherewith they weighed the money which they received for payment ] great, and falsifying the Balances by deceit? That we may buy the poore for silver, and the needy for a paire of shooes;
Hear this Oh you that swallow up the needy, even to make the Poor of the Land to fail, saying, When will the New Moon be gone, that we may fell Corn? and the Sabbath, that we may Set forth Wheat, making the Ephah [ wherewith they measured their Grain ] small, and the Shekel [ wherewith they weighed the money which they received for payment ] great, and falsifying the Balances by deceit? That we may buy the poor for silver, and the needy for a pair of shoes;
Shall not the Land tremble for this, and every one mourn that dwelleth therein? and it shall rise up wholly as a flood, and it shall be cast out and drowned,
Shall not the Land tremble for this, and every one mourn that dwells therein? and it shall rise up wholly as a flood, and it shall be cast out and drowned,
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And I will turn your Feasts into Mourning, and all your Songs into Lamentation, and I will bring up sackcloth upon all Loynes, and baldnesse upon every Head:
And I will turn your Feasts into Mourning, and all your Songs into Lamentation, and I will bring up Sackcloth upon all Loins, and baldness upon every Head:
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When the Lord shall bring these judgements upon a Land or Nation professing the true Religion, the Church may call her Children ICHABOD, for the Glory is departed.
When the Lord shall bring these Judgments upon a Land or nation professing the true Religion, the Church may call her Children ICHABOD, for the Glory is departed.
Thus for the sinnes of Judah did the Glory of the Lord (an illustrious pledge of his gracious presence) depart from Jerusalem, and sad were the Calamities which ensued thereupon.
Thus for the Sins of Judah did the Glory of the Lord (an illustrious pledge of his gracious presence) depart from Jerusalem, and sad were the Calamities which ensued thereupon.
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II. Persecution of the Church. When Clouds of Darknesse are spread over the City of God, what can be expected to follow but showers of Blood? For when the Sun shall be turn'd into Darknesse, we well know the Moon shall be turn'd into Blood .
II Persecution of the Church. When Clouds of Darkness Are spread over the city of God, what can be expected to follow but showers of Blood? For when the Sun shall be turned into Darkness, we well know the Moon shall be turned into Blood.
When a storme is rais'd by the Prince of the power of the Air, what can we expect but that the Ship wherein Christ is imbarked with his Disciples, should be tost on the Waters,
When a storm is raised by the Prince of the power of the Air, what can we expect but that the Ship wherein christ is embarked with his Disciples, should be tossed on the Waters,
and almost overwhelm'd with the Waves ? When Images of Gold are set up and ador'd by the men of the World, what can the children of God expect but to be cast into a fiery Furnace ? When Gain is accounted Godlinesse, and Oppression of the innocent is stiled Justice, then whosoever will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution .
and almost overwhelmed with the Waves? When Images of Gold Are Set up and adored by the men of the World, what can the children of God expect but to be cast into a fiery Furnace? When Gain is accounted Godliness, and Oppression of the innocent is styled justice, then whosoever will live godly in christ jesus shall suffer persecution.
When the Wolves come in flocks to the Fold, and Lions are the Lords of the Soile, what can be expected but that the Sheep and Lambs should be worried? When there is much Cockle amongst the Corne, much Chaff amongst the Wheat, we may conclude it shall not be long (at least if the winde rises or turnes) before it be winnow'd. When we see every Shepherd in Israel is an abomination to the Egyptians , we may expect the Egyptians should pursue the Israelites, even into the heart of the Red Sea. When the subtile Foxes are come into the Vineyard, we may conclude their cruel Teeth will be soon dy'd red in the Blood of the Grapes. If the Scarlet Whore be once brought into the House of God, we shall soone see her drunken with the Blood of the Saints .
When the Wolves come in flocks to the Fold, and Lions Are the lords of the Soil, what can be expected but that the Sheep and Lambs should be worried? When there is much Cockle among the Corn, much Chaff among the Wheat, we may conclude it shall not be long (At least if the wind rises or turns) before it be winnowed. When we see every Shepherd in Israel is an abomination to the egyptians, we may expect the egyptians should pursue the Israelites, even into the heart of the Read Sea. When the subtle Foxes Are come into the Vineyard, we may conclude their cruel Teeth will be soon died read in the Blood of the Grapes. If the Scarlet Whore be once brought into the House of God, we shall soon see her drunken with the Blood of the Saints.
and rule in its stead, we may be sure it will eat flesh and drink Blood, yea, the blood of Kings, and Princes, and Prophets, who leaving the Sword stain'd with the Guilt of Murder, shall be themselves crown'd with the Glory of MARTYRDOM. SIN is a cruel Monster; if it once get the Supreme Power, it will soon turne a Land of Beauty into a Sea of Blood. III. Destruction of mens souls. If the great red Dragon with his Taile draw down many of the Stars of Heaven and cast them to the Earth , we may expect a dark night to follow.
and Rule in its stead, we may be sure it will eat Flesh and drink Blood, yea, the blood of Kings, and Princes, and prophets, who leaving the Sword stained with the Gilded of Murder, shall be themselves crowned with the Glory of MARTYRDOM. SIN is a cruel Monster; if it once get the Supreme Power, it will soon turn a Land of Beauty into a Sea of Blood. III. Destruction of men's Souls. If the great read Dragon with his Tail draw down many of the Stars of Heaven and cast them to the Earth, we may expect a dark night to follow.
If God take away his abused Gospel, call home his despised Ministers, and so men loose the true Religion, how many thousand souls must necessarily perish everlastingly. The soul is exceeding precious;
If God take away his abused Gospel, call home his despised Ministers, and so men lose the true Religion, how many thousand Souls must necessarily perish everlastingly. The soul is exceeding precious;
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Thus we have seen the Characters of the Persons that make the Times perillous, and the several Symptomes of perillous Times, with the Causes and Consequences thereof,
Thus we have seen the Characters of the Persons that make the Times perilous, and the several Symptoms of perilous Times, with the Causes and Consequences thereof,
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and calls for from them in all conditions into which he is pleased to cast them, that their Lives and Carriages may expresse a Responsiblenesse to the Divine Providence.
and calls for from them in all conditions into which he is pleased to cast them, that their Lives and Carriages may express a Responsiblenesse to the Divine Providence.
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They are therefore in a special manner to glorifie God, by such Actings and Demeanours as may be suitable to all his Dispensations. When God is most dishonour'd by the wicked, the godly should most honour him.
They Are Therefore in a special manner to Glorify God, by such Actings and Demeanours as may be suitable to all his Dispensations. When God is most dishonoured by the wicked, the godly should most honour him.
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when the Enemies of the Lord do most abound and are most active, the Souldiers of his army should be most valiant for his Cause, most vigilant against their force and Politick Encroachments upon the interests of his Glory.
when the Enemies of the Lord do most abound and Are most active, the Soldiers of his army should be most valiant for his Cause, most vigilant against their force and Politic Encroachments upon the interests of his Glory.
When a Land is defiled by sin, these Rivers of Teares are the best means to prevent a Deluge of Blood. When the wrath of God is kindled against an ungodly Nation, there is nothing more powerful to quench it then the Tears of the truly godly.
When a Land is defiled by since, these rivers of Tears Are the best means to prevent a Deluge of Blood. When the wrath of God is kindled against an ungodly nation, there is nothing more powerful to quench it then the Tears of the truly godly.
Now, Christians, is not this a duty you are very Defective in? And yet is there not much cause for it? When did you shed a Tear for all the Sins of the Times? When did you ever look upon London, as Christ upon Jerusalem, a sinful City,
Now, Christians, is not this a duty you Are very Defective in? And yet is there not much cause for it? When did you shed a Tear for all the Sins of the Times? When did you ever look upon London, as christ upon Jerusalem, a sinful city,
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and weep over it ? What? shall the streets of it run down with Rivers of Blood before you can shed a few drops of Teares for its preservation? When did you meet together to weep over a sinful Nation? When did you, that can easily weep upon other occasions, go apart and poure out Teares into the bosome of God for the Sinnes and Abominations of England, and say, Ah Lord! In thy Pity and in thy Mercy spare a sinful Nation? Do you not see upon England many Symptomes of her Destruction, except fervent Prayers steep'd in penitent Teares do prevent it? O how many and how great are the Abominations of the Land, the Provocations of the most high God! What dreadful Dayes may we yet live to see if the Lord should deal with us according to our Deservings! How soon may the Clouds of heaven, which were wont to drop down Blessings on our heads, be dissolv'd into showers of Blood. Ah, my Beloved!
and weep over it? What? shall the streets of it run down with rivers of Blood before you can shed a few drops of Tears for its preservation? When did you meet together to weep over a sinful nation? When did you, that can Easily weep upon other occasions, go apart and pour out Tears into the bosom of God for the Sins and Abominations of England, and say, Ah Lord! In thy Pity and in thy Mercy spare a sinful nation? Do you not see upon England many Symptoms of her Destruction, except fervent Prayers steeped in penitent Tears do prevent it? O how many and how great Are the Abominations of the Land, the Provocations of the most high God! What dreadful Days may we yet live to see if the Lord should deal with us according to our Deservings! How soon may the Clouds of heaven, which were wont to drop down Blessings on our Heads, be dissolved into showers of Blood. Ah, my beloved!
have you not read, in the holy Scriptures, what dreadful Judgements the Lord hath executed upon Cities, Nations, Kingdomes, his own People, yea the whole World? Know you not that God turn'd the whole Earth into a Sea, and destroy'd all Flesh (save the Family of Noah ) with a Flood? How he pour'd a Flood of Fire and Brimstone upon the Cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, and consum'd them with Flames,
have you not read, in the holy Scriptures, what dreadful Judgments the Lord hath executed upon Cities, nations, Kingdoms, his own People, yea the Whole World? Know you not that God turned the Whole Earth into a Sea, and destroyed all Flesh (save the Family of Noah) with a Flood? How he poured a Flood of Fire and Brimstone upon the Cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, and consumed them with Flames,
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and turn'd that pleasant plain, that was as the Garden of God , into a noisome Lake? How that God was wroth with his own people, the children of Israel, whom he had chosen to himself out of all the kindreds of the earth,
and turned that pleasant plain, that was as the Garden of God, into a noisome Lake? How that God was wroth with his own people, the children of Israel, whom he had chosen to himself out of all the kindreds of the earth,
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and slew them in the VVildernesse, so that onely Joshua and Caleb, of all those that came out of Egypt, entred into Canaan? And how often after they were possest of the Land of Canaan, he sold them into the hands of their enemies that opprest them in the Time of the Judges? How in the dayes of Eli, he deliver'd them into the hands of the Philistines, who slew them with a great slaughter, insomuch that in one battel there fell of Israel thirty thousand Foot-men ? How the Lord sent a Pestilence amongst them in the dayes of David, which raged so exceedingly, that in three dayes space there dy'd of the people seventy thousand men ? How the Lord brought the King of Babylon into Jerusalem, who burnt the Temple of the Lord, the Palace of the Prince,
and slew them in the VVildernesse, so that only joshua and Caleb, of all those that Come out of Egypt, entered into Canaan? And how often After they were possessed of the Land of Canaan, he sold them into the hands of their enemies that oppressed them in the Time of the Judges? How in the days of Eli, he Delivered them into the hands of the philistines, who slew them with a great slaughter, insomuch that in one battle there fell of Israel thirty thousand Footmen? How the Lord sent a Pestilence among them in the days of David, which raged so exceedingly, that in three days Molle there died of the people seventy thousand men? How the Lord brought the King of Babylon into Jerusalem, who burned the Temple of the Lord, the Palace of the Prince,
brake down the Wall thereof and utterly destroy'd the City; carry'd both Princes and People Captives into Babylon, where they endur'd a hard Bondage for threescore and ten years ? Now (know you not that) all these things happened unto them for ensamples unto us, and that they are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the World are come ? Oh do but consider seriously with your selves, what were the Causes of all these fearful Judgements which God, who is the Father of Mercies, brought upon the men of the world,
brake down the Wall thereof and utterly destroyed the city; carried both Princes and People Captives into Babylon, where they endured a hard Bondage for threescore and ten Years? Now (know you not that) all these things happened unto them for ensamples unto us, and that they Are written for our admonition, upon whom the ends of the World Are come? O do but Consider seriously with your selves, what were the Causes of all these fearful Judgments which God, who is the Father of mercies, brought upon the men of the world,
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yea, upon his own People. Were they not the sinnes of the Times whereby men pluckt down upon their own heads these Plagues and Punishments? Now pause a little and consider seriously, Are not the same sinnes that drew down Judgements upon them to be found amongst us? Is not the Pride, Luxury, Lasciviousness, Licenciousness, Atheism & Impieties of the old World to be found amongst us? Are there not Mighty men (Giants in worldly Greatness ) who employ their might in fighting against God, in these our Dayes? Are not the sins of Sodom to be found amongst us? Is not the City and Land polluted with the vilest Impurities and Pollutions? Are not the Murmurings, Cruelties, Injustice, Oppressions, Falshoods, Covenant-breakings, Revoltings, neglect of Gods Worship, Contempt of his Ordinances, Hypocrisies of Israel to be found amongst the people of England? Have we not then cause to tremble in the Apprehension of the judgements which hang over our heads? especially if we seriously consider that those sinnes which severally in them drew down such dreadful judgements, are to be found jointly in us,
yea, upon his own People. Were they not the Sins of the Times whereby men plucked down upon their own Heads these Plagues and Punishments? Now pause a little and Consider seriously, are not the same Sins that drew down Judgments upon them to be found among us? Is not the Pride, Luxury, Lasciviousness, Licentiousness, Atheism & Impieties of the old World to be found among us? are there not Mighty men (Giants in worldly Greatness) who employ their might in fighting against God, in these our Days? are not the Sins of Sodom to be found among us? Is not the city and Land polluted with the Vilest Impurities and Pollutions? are not the Murmurings, Cruelties, Injustice, Oppressions, Falsehoods, Covenant-breakings, Revoltings, neglect of God's Worship, Contempt of his Ordinances, Hypocrisies of Israel to be found among the people of England? Have we not then cause to tremble in the Apprehension of the Judgments which hang over our Heads? especially if we seriously Consider that those Sins which severally in them drew down such dreadful Judgments, Are to be found jointly in us,
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and that notwithstanding the Light of the Gospel and the Meanes of grace plentifully enjoyed by us, which are most fearful Aggravations of this dreadful guilt? Nay, is not the guilt of many horrid Blasphemies, and hellish Impieties which have not been heard of in former Ages, to be found amongst us? Does it not make your hearts to tremble to consider that so many crying sins, so many provoking impieties, so many bloody Abominations should abound and reigne amongst us,
and that notwithstanding the Light of the Gospel and the Means of grace plentifully enjoyed by us, which Are most fearful Aggravations of this dreadful guilt? Nay, is not the guilt of many horrid Blasphemies, and hellish Impieties which have not been herd of in former Ages, to be found among us? Does it not make your hearts to tremble to Consider that so many crying Sins, so many provoking impieties, so many bloody Abominations should abound and Reign among us,
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when for any one of them so reigning, so abounding, the whole Land might be involv'd in miseries and Confusion and Blood? Are not these then perillous Times? Surely, it is of the LORDS mercies we are not consumed,
when for any one of them so reigning, so abounding, the Whole Land might be involved in misery's and Confusion and Blood? are not these then perilous Times? Surely, it is of the LORDS Mercies we Are not consumed,
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What then is to be done by us, Christians, for the Prevention of the Lords Judgements on a sinful Land? O come and bring every one your two Buckets, and pour them out before the Lord,
What then is to be done by us, Christians, for the Prevention of the lords Judgments on a sinful Land? O come and bring every one your two Buckets, and pour them out before the Lord,
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Fasting, and Weeping, and Mourning hath been a way which hath proved very effectual for the turning away the sorest Judgements, the diverting of the nearest Destruction.
Fasting, and Weeping, and Mourning hath been a Way which hath proved very effectual for the turning away the Sorest Judgments, the diverting of the nearest Destruction.
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This is that to which God calls at such a time as this, in a Day of Danger and Distresse. When the Lord had threatned terrible Judgements against Zion, this was the duty to which by his Prophet he call'd the Inhabitants of Jerusalem. Therefore also now saith the LORD, Turn ye even to me with all your Heart,
This is that to which God calls At such a time as this, in a Day of Danger and Distress. When the Lord had threatened terrible Judgments against Zion, this was the duty to which by his Prophet he called the Inhabitants of Jerusalem. Therefore also now Says the LORD, Turn you even to me with all your Heart,
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for he is Gracious and Merciful, slo• to Anger, and of great kindnesse, and repenteth him of the Evil. Who knoweth if he will returne and repent and leave a blessing behind him,
for he is Gracious and Merciful, slo• to Anger, and of great kindness, and Repenteth him of the Evil. Who Knoweth if he will return and Repent and leave a blessing behind him,
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even a meat-Offering and a drink-Offering to the LORD your God? Blow the Trumpet in Zion, sanctifie a FAST, call a solemne Assembly. Gather the People:
even a Meat offering and a Drink-offering to the LORD your God? Blow the Trumpet in Zion, sanctify a FAST, call a solemn Assembly. Gather the People:
Let the Bride-groom go forth of his Chamber, and the B•ide out of her closet. Let the Priests, the Ministers of the LORD, weep between the Porch and the Altar,
Let the Bridegroom go forth of his Chamber, and the B•ide out of her closet. Let the Priests, the Ministers of the LORD, weep between the Porch and the Altar,
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and I will no more make you a reproach among the Heathen. Now how great an encouragement should this be to us in perillous Times, to seek the Lord solemnly, seriously with Fasting and Prayer!
and I will no more make you a reproach among the Heathen. Now how great an encouragement should this be to us in perilous Times, to seek the Lord solemnly, seriously with Fasting and Prayer!
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and of the children of Israel a little before they were carryed captive into Babylon? Why the Scripture tells you, that in the Dayes of Noah, that were before the Flood, they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in Marriage,
and of the children of Israel a little before they were carried captive into Babylon? Why the Scripture tells you, that in the Days of Noah, that were before the Flood, they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in Marriage,
So the careless posture of the people of Israel, in a free indulgence of their sensual Delights, did but a little precede that cruel Captivity and bitter bondage, which they so long sustained in Babylon .
So the careless posture of the people of Israel, in a free indulgence of their sensual Delights, did but a little precede that cruel Captivity and bitter bondage, which they so long sustained in Babylon.
and fearlesse of the following Judgements which may justly fall upon us? Is it not time then for them that feare the Lord, to lay these things to heart,
and fearless of the following Judgments which may justly fallen upon us? Is it not time then for them that Fear the Lord, to lay these things to heart,
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and neatly concerne the people of God in the Land, to call one another to Fasting and Mourning, and bitter Lamentation, lest the Lord should kindle a fire in his wrath,
and neatly concern the people of God in the Land, to call one Another to Fasting and Mourning, and bitter Lamentation, lest the Lord should kindle a fire in his wrath,
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so that none can quench it? O Christians, can you sit still and be secure in such Times as these? What, do you not care how soone the Gospel, the glory departs from England? Do you not care what becomes of Religion, what befalls the Church, how soon you loose your Opportunities of enjoying the blessed Ordinances of the Gospel? Oh are not these Opportunities precious, are not the Ordinances of God precious, are not the Ministers of the Gospel,
so that none can quench it? O Christians, can you fit still and be secure in such Times as these? What, do you not care how soon the Gospel, the glory departs from England? Do you not care what becomes of Religion, what befalls the Church, how soon you lose your Opportunities of enjoying the blessed Ordinances of the Gospel? O Are not these Opportunities precious, Are not the Ordinances of God precious, Are not the Ministers of the Gospel,
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and the People of God precious in your Esteeme? How then will your hearts bear it to see these Ministers of the Gospel murther'd, these people of God led as sheep to the slaught•r? Alas!
and the People of God precious in your Esteem? How then will your hearts bear it to see these Ministers of the Gospel murdered, these people of God led as sheep to the slaught•r? Alas!
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will you not yet lay these things to heart, so as to mourn before the Lord for those Evils whereby we have provoked the Lord to plague the whole Land with his Judgements,
will you not yet lay these things to heart, so as to mourn before the Lord for those Evils whereby we have provoked the Lord to plague the Whole Land with his Judgments,
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Do you see no cause of Feare, no signes of Danger? Are not Sabbaths profan'd, Ordinances contemn'd, the Word despis'd, the Sacraments slighted, Ministers reviled, Scriptures rejected, the Spirit resisted, Christ crucifi'd afresh,
Do you see no cause of fear, no Signs of Danger? are not Sabbaths profaned, Ordinances contemned, the Word despised, the Sacraments slighted, Ministers reviled, Scriptures rejected, the Spirit resisted, christ Crucified afresh,
and God give us Quailes (meat for our Lusts) in wrath? May not God justly punish mens wearinesse of his Worship with a Famine of his Word? when men prize the World above the Word of God;
and God give us Quails (meat for our Lustiest) in wrath? May not God justly Punish men's weariness of his Worship with a Famine of his Word? when men prize the World above the Word of God;
may not the Lord justly take away his Word and Gospel from such an unworthy people? May not he suffer the seales of his Covenant, the Pledges of his love to be taken away from us,
may not the Lord justly take away his Word and Gospel from such an unworthy people? May not he suffer the Seals of his Covenant, the Pledges of his love to be taken away from us,
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or polluted to us? May not our Teachers be removed into a corner? May not the Holy Scriptures, the Well-springs of our Comforts and Joy, be sealed up from us? May not God take away his Holy Spirit from us, that he may no more strive with a people devoted to destruction? May not God charge upon the Land the guilt of his Sonnes Blood, and revenge upon a rebellious people the wrong done to his owne Name? Is it not then high time for us to meet the Lord by Repentance, and to humble our selves before him for the sins of the Land,
or polluted to us? May not our Teachers be removed into a corner? May not the Holy Scriptures, the Wellsprings of our Comforts and Joy, be sealed up from us? May not God take away his Holy Spirit from us, that he may no more strive with a people devoted to destruction? May not God charge upon the Land the guilt of his Sons Blood, and revenge upon a rebellious people the wrong done to his own Name? Is it not then high time for us to meet the Lord by Repentance, and to humble our selves before him for the Sins of the Land,
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and put on Bowels of Compassions towards us, and spare our Land. Who knows but the whole Land may fare the better for the sakes of a few Mourners in Zion? Oh let's every one labour to become one of that number.
and put on Bowels of Compassions towards us, and spare our Land. Who knows but the Whole Land may fare the better for the sakes of a few Mourners in Zion? O let's every one labour to become one of that number.
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This was the holy resolution of the Prophet Jeremy upon the pride and stubbornnesse of the people of Judah, the sad Symptomes of approaching Judgements.
This was the holy resolution of the Prophet Jeremiah upon the pride and stubbornness of the people of Judah, the sad Symptoms of approaching Judgments.
Thus the Lord sent his Angel to set a Mark upon the fore-heads of the men that mourn'd for the sinnes of Jerusalem, that they might be spared, when all the rest of the City by an impartial stroke were to suffer an inevitable destruction .
Thus the Lord sent his Angel to Set a Mark upon the foreheads of the men that mourned for the Sins of Jerusalem, that they might be spared, when all the rest of the city by an impartial stroke were to suffer an inevitable destruction.
Thus Lot living in Sodom, a lustful City, vexed his righteous soul from day to day, with a holy sorrow for the sins of the filthy Sodomites, and so the Lord preserved him in the dreadful overthrow of that sinful City.
Thus Lot living in Sodom, a lustful city, vexed his righteous soul from day to day, with a holy sorrow for the Sins of the filthy Sodomites, and so the Lord preserved him in the dreadful overthrow of that sinful city.
and it may be you may by this means save the City, save a Kingdome from destruction, however you shall be sure to save your own souls. The second Duty. The Practice of Piety.
and it may be you may by this means save the city, save a Kingdom from destruction, however you shall be sure to save your own Souls. The second Duty. The Practice of Piety.
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but its the glory of a Saint to be Holy and Good, when the Times he lives in are sinfull and Evil. It's a Crown of glory which shall flourish for ever, which the Hand of God himself hath set upon the head of Noah; Noah was a just man, and perfect in his Generations, which were sinful and wicked.
but its the glory of a Saint to be Holy and Good, when the Times he lives in Are sinful and Evil. It's a Crown of glory which shall flourish for ever, which the Hand of God himself hath Set upon the head of Noah; Noah was a just man, and perfect in his Generations, which were sinful and wicked.
Job shone as a bright Star in the East, when almost all the world was overspread with Darknesse. And therefore God himself hath given him an honourable Testimony in his Word, both for Piety and Patience, and thereby an everlasting blessed Memorial. Doubtlesse its a Saints Duty to be religious,
Job shone as a bright Star in the East, when almost all the world was overspread with Darkness. And Therefore God himself hath given him an honourable Testimony in his Word, both for Piety and Patience, and thereby an everlasting blessed Memorial. Doubtless its a Saints Duty to be religious,
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when for Religions sake he is exposed to Danger. Here's the tryal of sincerity, when Truth faileth, and he that departs from iniquity maketh himself a prey,
when for Religions sake he is exposed to Danger. Here's the trial of sincerity, when Truth Faileth, and he that departs from iniquity makes himself a prey,
Its nothing to flock to the Tabernacle in Times of Peace; but its worthy of Israelites indeed to accompany the Ark of God in all the perils of War. Be not discourag'd, Christians, by the Danger of the Times, from doing those Duties whereby in your places you may glorifie God.
Its nothing to flock to the Tabernacle in Times of Peace; but its worthy of Israelites indeed to accompany the Ark of God in all the perils of War. Be not discouraged, Christians, by the Danger of the Times, from doing those Duties whereby in your places you may Glorify God.
Moreover, consider, to be good in bad Times, is the way to make bad Times good. And therefore, sayes Hierome, Say not the Times were better heretofore then now they are;
Moreover, Consider, to be good in bad Times, is the Way to make bad Times good. And Therefore, Says Jerome, Say not the Times were better heretofore then now they Are;
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For the Day is good or bad (sayes Chrysostome) not according to its own Nature (for one day does nothing differ from another:) but according to our diligence or slothfulness in the improvement of it.
For the Day is good or bad (Says Chrysostom) not according to its own Nature (for one day does nothing differ from Another:) but according to our diligence or slothfulness in the improvement of it.
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Thus Christian Virtues, and Exercises of Religion are the most excellent Antidotes against Evil Times. To be diligent, serious and constant herein, is the onely way to see good Dayes. Though a man be encompast with the blackest midnight of Darknesse, let him light up his Lamps, and he presently enjoys the Benefit and protection of the Light, which does,
Thus Christian Virtues, and Exercises of Religion Are the most excellent Antidotes against Evil Times. To be diligent, serious and constant herein, is the only Way to see good Days. Though a man be encompassed with the Blackest midnight of Darkness, let him Light up his Lamps, and he presently enjoys the Benefit and protection of the Light, which does,
as it were, with a thousand glistering Spears, defend him against the Invasion of all the Forces of Darknesse. Certainly there is nothing more necessary and conducible, more excellent and efficacious for the changing of an IRON AGE into a GOLDEN SEASON,
as it were, with a thousand glistering Spears, defend him against the Invasion of all the Forces of Darkness. Certainly there is nothing more necessary and conducible, more excellent and efficacious for the changing of an IRON AGE into a GOLDEN SEASON,
And if every Christian would but seriously minde his Particular Duty, how much might he contribute to the General good! How soon are the foule streets of a great City made clean, by every mans sweeping his own Door! How soon would the great work of REFORMATION be accomplisht,
And if every Christian would but seriously mind his Particular Duty, how much might he contribute to the General good! How soon Are the foul streets of a great city made clean, by every men sweeping his own Door! How soon would the great work of REFORMATION be accomplished,
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if every one would but reform one! So should the most dangerous Dayes soon become, what by many they are falsely called, glorious Times. For its the Goodnesse or Badnesse of men which makes the times good or bad. Those are the worst Times, wherein men are worst; and those the best Times, wherein men are best. Though bad Times are worst to the best men,
if every one would but reform one! So should the most dangerous Days soon become, what by many they Are falsely called, glorious Times. For its the goodness or Badness of men which makes the times good or bad. Those Are the worst Times, wherein men Are worst; and those the best Times, wherein men Are best. Though bad Times Are worst to the best men,
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yet good men should be best in the worst Times. Such was Noah in the old World, Lot in Sodome, Daniel in Babylon; Golden Saints in an Iron Age. Thus in the Evening of the Old Testament-Administration,
yet good men should be best in the worst Times. Such was Noah in the old World, Lot in Sodom, daniel in Babylon; Golden Saints in an Iron Age. Thus in the Evening of the Old Testament-Administration,
when the darkest shades vail'd the Churches Glory, some Saints there were which shone as bright rising Stars in the rayes of true Piety, which sparkled as orient Jewels in the lustre of godly Zeale and invincible Sincerity. For when base Hypocrites began to blaspheme,
when the Darkest shades veiled the Churches Glory, Some Saints there were which shone as bright rising Stars in the rays of true Piety, which sparkled as orient Jewels in the lustre of godly Zeal and invincible Sincerity. For when base Hypocrites began to Blaspheme,
Now who would not but desire this special interest in Gods Love and Favour, in Times of Danger and Distresse? What an encouragement then, Christians, should this be unto you to be good in bad Times!
Now who would not but desire this special Interest in God's Love and Favour, in Times of Danger and Distress? What an encouragement then, Christians, should this be unto you to be good in bad Times!
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Certainly, Christians, sanctity is the best way to security. The Uranoscope is a Fish (as the Naturalists tell us) which hath but one eye, just on the top of the head, looking upward towards heaven,
Certainly, Christians, sanctity is the best Way to security. The Uranoscope is a Fish (as the Naturalists tell us) which hath but one eye, just on the top of the head, looking upward towards heaven,
To keep the Eye of the soul ever open Heaven-ward, is the safest way for the Prevention of those Dangers to which we are exposed in the troublesome Sea of this World.
To keep the Eye of the soul ever open Heavenward, is the Safest Way for the Prevention of those Dangers to which we Are exposed in the troublesome Sea of this World.
For God hath an Eye continually open upon them for their Preservation, who have an Eye continually open upon him, in their Convertions. Yea, by this means you may nor onely save your self, but be a happy means to save the whole Nation, by standing in the Gap (as Moses ) to hinder the breaking in of Gods Judgements upon a provoking People.
For God hath an Eye continually open upon them for their Preservation, who have an Eye continually open upon him, in their Convertions. Yea, by this means you may nor only save your self, but be a happy means to save the Whole nation, by standing in the Gap (as Moses) to hinder the breaking in of God's Judgments upon a provoking People.
This General Duty hath several Branches, which are of special Concernment to Christians that live in perillous Times; and therefore take notice of them in these following Particulars. The first Branch.
This General Duty hath several Branches, which Are of special Concernment to Christians that live in perilous Times; and Therefore take notice of them in these following Particulars. The First Branch.
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Lot preserv'd himself pure from the Pollutions of Sodome; Daniel was not defiled with the Idolatries of Babylon. Thus the Fish retains its Freshnesse in the salt Sea, the Rose its sweetnesse amongst the noysome weeds, and the Diamond its Brightnesse though it lie in the Dust. Gold though melted in the Furnace will not mix with the Drosse. Keep your selves pure from sin, as you desire God would preserve you (as Noah in the Ark) safe from Danger in perillous Times.
Lot preserved himself pure from the Pollutions of Sodom; daniel was not defiled with the Idolatries of Babylon. Thus the Fish retains its Freshness in the salt Sea, the Rose its sweetness among the noisome weeds, and the Diamond its Brightness though it lie in the Dust. Gold though melted in the Furnace will not mix with the Dross. Keep your selves pure from since, as you desire God would preserve you (as Noah in the Ark) safe from Danger in perilous Times.
If you cannot make the Times better, yet see that the times do not make you worse. In Times of a common Contagion there's much danger to eevery particular Person.
If you cannot make the Times better, yet see that the times do not make you Worse. In Times of a Common Contagion there's much danger to every particular Person.
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When Iniquity abounds, take heed lest your Love to God and goodnesse wax Cold. Though Errours abound, be careful you decay not in your love to the Truth. You have been forewarn'd of these Evils in the Word of God, that you might not be insnared with them,
When Iniquity abounds, take heed lest your Love to God and Goodness wax Cold. Though Errors abound, be careful you decay not in your love to the Truth. You have been forewarned of these Evils in the Word of God, that you might not be Ensnared with them,
Let me bespeak your eare and watchfulnesse in this respect, in the words of the Apostle, Ye therefore, Beloved, seeing ye know these things before, beware lest ye also being led away with the Error of the wicked fall from your own stedfastnesse.
Let me bespeak your ear and watchfulness in this respect, in the words of the Apostle, You Therefore, beloved, seeing you know these things before, beware lest you also being led away with the Error of the wicked fallen from your own steadfastness.
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These are they which make the Times perillous. A quiet submission to the Providence of God, wisely ordering all the Changes in the world, does well become the Saints.
These Are they which make the Times perilous. A quiet submission to the Providence of God, wisely ordering all the Changes in the world, does well become the Saints.
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So David, though at the first troubled to see the wicked in Power while the righteous was opprest, at length exprest his submission by silence; I was dumb, I opened not my mouth, because thou didst it.
So David, though At the First troubled to see the wicked in Power while the righteous was oppressed, At length expressed his submission by silence; I was dumb, I opened not my Mouth, Because thou didst it.
But every Godly man must have a singular care, lest by any active compliance, he should strengthen the hand of Evil Doers in their irr•gular actings. This was the sinne wherewith the Lord sharply charg'd Jehoshaphat, a good King, by the hand of Jehu, the Prophet, and threatned wrath for it.
But every Godly man must have a singular care, lest by any active compliance, he should strengthen the hand of Evil Doers in their irr•gular actings. This was the sin wherewith the Lord sharply charged Jehoshaphat, a good King, by the hand of Jehu, the Prophet, and threatened wrath for it.
Partake not in their sins, lest you partake of their Plagues, and feele the smart of their Punishments, for having tasted the sweetnesse of their Favours. For (to speak to you in the words of the Prophet) the Lord spake thus to me with a strong hand,
Partake not in their Sins, lest you partake of their Plagues, and feel the smart of their Punishments, for having tasted the sweetness of their Favours. For (to speak to you in the words of the Prophet) the Lord spoke thus to me with a strong hand,
and instructed me that I should not walk in the way of this people, saying, say ye not, A Confederacy, to all them to whom this people shall say, A Confederacy;
and instructed me that I should not walk in the Way of this people, saying, say you not, A Confederacy, to all them to whom this people shall say, A Confederacy;
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Take heed therefore lest by your concurrence with them whose pernicious practices do make these perillous Times, you contract to your selves the guilt of their sinnes,
Take heed Therefore lest by your concurrence with them whose pernicious practices do make these perilous Times, you contract to your selves the guilt of their Sins,
when he that wants this, notwithstanding his greatest worldly Gaine or Glory, is Poore and Miserable. Account not that Gaine which may hazard the losse of your immortal soul.
when he that Wants this, notwithstanding his greatest worldly Gain or Glory, is Poor and Miserable. Account not that Gain which may hazard the loss of your immortal soul.
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For what shall it profit a man, if he should gain the whole world and loose his own soul? Abhor the basenesse of serving your self of the evil of the Times, by seeking a private gaine, by that which will turn to the publick losse. Abhor the basenesse of fearing to adventure a private losse, by that which may turn to the Publick gaine. Never expect that God should blesse those Riches to you or yours, which are rais'd out of the Ruines of the Church or Common-wealth.
For what shall it profit a man, if he should gain the Whole world and lose his own soul? Abhor the baseness of serving your self of the evil of the Times, by seeking a private gain, by that which will turn to the public loss. Abhor the baseness of fearing to adventure a private loss, by that which may turn to the Public gain. Never expect that God should bless those Riches to you or yours, which Are raised out of the Ruins of the Church or Commonwealth.
O stir up one another to the exercise of Brotherly Love and Charity, and so help to cement the Breaches that are amongst Brethren in the Family of God.
Oh stir up one Another to the exercise of Brotherly Love and Charity, and so help to cement the Breaches that Are among Brothers in the Family of God.
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'Tis the Policy of your enemies to Divide you to your Ruine; 'Tis your wisdom joyntly to endeavour after that Union which is your beauty, strength, and glory. Stir up one another also to good works as meanes singularly conducible to the amendment of evil Times.
It's the Policy of your enemies to Divide you to your Ruin; It's your Wisdom jointly to endeavour After that union which is your beauty, strength, and glory. Stir up one Another also to good works as means singularly conducible to the amendment of evil Times.
Now it well becomes Christians to encourage one another to those duties whereby they may most honour God in times of danger and discouragement. When the Proud were invested with Power, and profane Politicians had exalted themselves; they were perillous Times for the People of God;
Now it well becomes Christians to encourage one Another to those duties whereby they may most honour God in times of danger and discouragement. When the Proud were invested with Power, and profane Politicians had exalted themselves; they were perilous Times for the People of God;
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When the Nights are darkest every one should be careful to hang out their Lights. When the Sun, the Chariot of Light, hath carried the Day to another World, the Night comes forth deckt with all her Jewels. Search your Cabinets, put on your Jewels, exercise your Graces, your Faith, Love, Patience, Humility, Zeale, Hope, Confidence, and so labour to preserve a Day of Light and Holinesse, in spight of all the encroachments of the darknesse of Sin and Vice.
When the Nights Are Darkest every one should be careful to hang out their Lights. When the Sun, the Chariot of Light, hath carried the Day to Another World, the Night comes forth decked with all her Jewels. Search your Cabinets, put on your Jewels, exercise your Graces, your Faith, Love, Patience, Humility, Zeal, Hope, Confidence, and so labour to preserve a Day of Light and Holiness, in spite of all the encroachments of the darkness of since and Vice.
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Labour to be every whit as Good as others are Evil. Stir up your selves especially to the exercise of those Graces, which stand in opposition to the reigning Vices of the Times.
Labour to be every whit as Good as Others Are Evil. Stir up your selves especially to the exercise of those Graces, which stand in opposition to the reigning Vices of the Times.
Study to shew your selves as Active for God, as others are for the World: as truly Content with your condition as others are Covetous, Oppressive, Ambitious;
Study to show your selves as Active for God, as Others Are for the World: as truly Content with your condition as Others Are Covetous, Oppressive, Ambitious;
as Faithful, as others are False; as Pious, as others are Profane; as much to excel in Charity, Moderation, Humility, as others exceed in Cruelty, Censoriousnesse and Pride. It well becomes Saints to be best, when the Times are worst. So Fire burnes hottest in the coldest weather,
as Faithful, as Others Are False; as Pious, as Others Are Profane; as much to excel in Charity, Moderation, Humility, as Others exceed in Cruelty, Censoriousness and Pride. It well becomes Saints to be best, when the Times Are worst. So Fire burns hottest in the Coldest weather,
So shall you lift up the Name and Glory of God in the World, and your lives shall be illustrious Testimonies for the cause of God against a wicked world.
So shall you lift up the Name and Glory of God in the World, and your lives shall be illustrious Testimonies for the cause of God against a wicked world.
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Beg Grace of God therefore that in evil and perillous Times you may live to his Glory; That ye may be blamelesse and Harmless, the Sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse Nation, among whom ye shine as Lights in the World. The fifth Branch.
Beg Grace of God Therefore that in evil and perilous Times you may live to his Glory; That you may be blameless and Harmless, the Sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom you shine as Lights in the World. The fifth Branch.
then any profane Politician dares to do against him? Why should you be afraid to appear on the stronger side? It is indeed desperate Folly and Madnesse in impotent man to presume upon any action or undertaking, which carries in it an apparent or consequential Opposition to an Omnipotent God, upon whose Providence he hath a continual dependance, insomuch as without some concurrence thereof, he cannot move a Hand,
then any profane Politician dares to do against him? Why should you be afraid to appear on the Stronger side? It is indeed desperate Folly and Madness in impotent man to presume upon any actium or undertaking, which carries in it an apparent or consequential Opposition to an Omnipotent God, upon whose Providence he hath a continual dependence, insomuch as without Some concurrence thereof, he cannot move a Hand,
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This Almighty God can with the least Finger of that glorious Hand by which he governes this All, in one moment crush the greatest Armies of the mightiest men upon earth,
This Almighty God can with the least Finger of that glorious Hand by which he governs this All, in one moment crush the greatest Armies of the Mightiest men upon earth,
as a Moth, and crumble them into dust. But for the Saints, that are guarded with an Omnipotent Arme, they may with a holy confidence appear in the Cause of God, against the most potent adversaries in the world.
as a Moth, and crumble them into dust. But for the Saints, that Are guarded with an Omnipotent Arm, they may with a holy confidence appear in the Cause of God, against the most potent Adversaries in the world.
And if God be for us, who can be against us? Fear not then, ye sonnes of the mighty, ye children of the most high, to appear for God and his cause against the impieties and iniquities of evil and perillous times.
And if God be for us, who can be against us? fear not then, you Sons of the mighty, you children of the most high, to appear for God and his cause against the impieties and iniquities of evil and perilous times.
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Take heed then lest while you fear a lesser danger you fall into a greater. 'Tis then your greatest wisdome and safety to take the strongest side, and that is to appear for God. So may you say;
Take heed then lest while you Fear a lesser danger you fallen into a greater. It's then your greatest Wisdom and safety to take the Strongest side, and that is to appear for God. So may you say;
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Dare to appear for God therefore in your places, and to plead his Cause against wicked and unreasonable men with more Courage, Resolution, and Boldnesse, then they have to oppose it.
Dare to appear for God Therefore in your places, and to plead his Cause against wicked and unreasonable men with more Courage, Resolution, and Boldness, then they have to oppose it.
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appear for his Word and Worship, his Ordinances and Ministers, his Sabbaths and Sacraments, his Church and Saints, and all the just Rights, Dues and Priviledges thereof, against a wicked Generation of men that dare openly deny the Truth, and profane the Name of God;
appear for his Word and Worship, his Ordinances and Ministers, his Sabbaths and Sacraments, his Church and Saints, and all the just Rights, Dues and Privileges thereof, against a wicked Generation of men that Dare openly deny the Truth, and profane the Name of God;
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that are not afraid to cast Contempt and Reproach upon his Word and Worship, to scoff at his Sabbaths and Sacraments, and slight his holy Ordinances, to abuse, revile and vilifie his Ministers, his Ambassadours, seeking to pluck their meat from their mouths, desiring to imbrue their hands in their blood, endeavouring their utter extirpation out of the Church of God;
that Are not afraid to cast Contempt and Reproach upon his Word and Worship, to scoff At his Sabbaths and Sacraments, and slight his holy Ordinances, to abuse, revile and vilify his Ministers, his ambassadors, seeking to pluck their meat from their mouths, desiring to imbrue their hands in their blood, endeavouring their utter extirpation out of the Church of God;
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that dare to lay sacrilegious hands upon the Rights and Revenues of the Church (which she holds by a firmer Title then the greatest Lord in the Land does or can do his inheritance) and thereby seek to turne her children out of their Possession, that they may enrich themselves (as too many have done) by the Churches Ruines. Now, Christians, will you be afraid or asham'd to appear in so just a cause, against such wretched men, such wicked Adversaries as these? Shall these come under the Name of Religion,
that Dare to lay sacrilegious hands upon the Rights and Revenues of the Church (which she holds by a firmer Title then the greatest Lord in the Land does or can do his inheritance) and thereby seek to turn her children out of their Possession, that they may enrich themselves (as too many have done) by the Churches Ruins. Now, Christians, will you be afraid or ashamed to appear in so just a cause, against such wretched men, such wicked Adversaries as these? Shall these come under the Name of Religion,
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and defence of the other? How will you answer it to God at the great day of account? O therefore be not afraid to appear for the Cause of God against the Evil of the Times, in the Places and Stations wherein God hath set you.
and defence of the other? How will you answer it to God At the great day of account? O Therefore be not afraid to appear for the Cause of God against the Evil of the Times, in the Places and Stations wherein God hath Set you.
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and quitting all self-interests inconsistent with the Cause and Interests of the Kingdome of Christ, sincerely study and endeavour the advancement of Gods Glory, in the establishment of Truth, and true Religion amongst us!
and quitting all self-interests inconsistent with the Cause and Interests of the Kingdom of christ, sincerely study and endeavour the advancement of God's Glory, in the establishment of Truth, and true Religion among us!
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And is it not most reasonable which I plead for, when those I speak to are profest Christians, and that I plead for is the Cause of Christ? Why may nor the Ministers of the Gospel be as well heard to plead for the Worship and Ordinances of Christ,
And is it not most reasonable which I plead for, when those I speak to Are professed Christians, and that I plead for is the Cause of christ? Why may nor the Ministers of the Gospel be as well herd to plead for the Worship and Ordinances of christ,
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as the profest Enemies of the Gospel-ministry to plead against them by whom these Ordinances of Worship (according to the order of the Gospel) are to be administred.
as the professed Enemies of the Gospel ministry to plead against them by whom these Ordinances of Worship (according to the order of the Gospel) Are to be administered.
Why stick you at the Establishment of the Worship of God in the Land, and the punishment of such rebellious Atheists as obstinately refuse to worship him? What think you, is there a God, or not? If there be a God,
Why stick you At the Establishment of the Worship of God in the Land, and the punishment of such rebellious Atheists as obstinately refuse to worship him? What think you, is there a God, or not? If there be a God,
whether are you still to seek how he is to be worshipt, and still in doubt what are the Ordinances of his Worship? What, are not the holy Scriptures the Word of God? Is not his Will therein plainly and clearly reveal'd touching the Ordinances of his Worship? Well then, are not the Word, Sacraments, and Prayer, undeniably the Ordinances of his worship? Have they not been so receiv'd and reverenc't by the Churches of Christ in all Ages? Ought not this Worship then by the Civil Sanction of the Christian Magistrate to be establisht in the Land? Ought not they that are in Gods stead for Government to see that God be worshipped? Ought not then Ministers of the Gospel, rightly call'd to that sacred Office, according to express Gospel-Rule, to be placed, maintained, and protected in every City, Town and Parish (where there is a competent number of people to attend the service of God) for the administration of the Ordinances of his Worship? Ought not all the People of these places to be Authoritatively enjoyn'd to give dilgent, constant, reverent Attendance upon the Publick Worship of God in these holy Ordinances,
whither Are you still to seek how he is to be worshipped, and still in doubt what Are the Ordinances of his Worship? What, Are not the holy Scriptures the Word of God? Is not his Will therein plainly and clearly revealed touching the Ordinances of his Worship? Well then, Are not the Word, Sacraments, and Prayer, undeniably the Ordinances of his worship? Have they not been so received and reverenced by the Churches of christ in all Ages? Ought not this Worship then by the Civil Sanction of the Christian Magistrate to be established in the Land? Ought not they that Are in God's stead for Government to see that God be worshipped? Ought not then Ministers of the Gospel, rightly called to that sacred Office, according to express Gospel rule, to be placed, maintained, and protected in every city, Town and Parish (where there is a competent number of people to attend the service of God) for the administration of the Ordinances of his Worship? Ought not all the People of these places to be Authoritatively enjoined to give dilgent, constant, reverend Attendance upon the Public Worship of God in these holy Ordinances,
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and that under some Penalty for every Wilful Neglect, which might be conveniently imploy'd for the Relief of the Poor in such places? And ought not those that obstinately refuse to worship God in these his holy Ordinances,
and that under Some Penalty for every Wilful Neglect, which might be conveniently employed for the Relief of the Poor in such places? And ought not those that obstinately refuse to worship God in these his holy Ordinances,
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and much more those that cast Reproach upon them, and them that do attend them, to be chastiz'd (as the worst sort of Evil doers, being open Rebels against the God of Heaven) with some severer punishment? Shall not they that neglect their Duty in this kinde be guilty of all the dishonours that are done to God, by all those that neglect, contemne and reproach the Ordinances of his Worship? Was the Scripture silent, does not the Light of Nature clearly discover an Obligation,
and much more those that cast Reproach upon them, and them that do attend them, to be Chastised (as the worst sort of Evil doers, being open Rebels against the God of Heaven) with Some severer punishment? Shall not they that neglect their Duty in this kind be guilty of all the dishonours that Are done to God, by all those that neglect, contemn and reproach the Ordinances of his Worship? Was the Scripture silent, does not the Light of Nature clearly discover an Obligation,
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as to the substance of this duty, to lie upon those who are called forth by Divine Providence to Governe for God, to whom alone pertaines, by original Right, the Government of the World? I shall leave these things to your Consideration, onely minding you that you shall be call'd to account at the Judgement Day for whatsoever Power you are intrusted with,
as to the substance of this duty, to lie upon those who Are called forth by Divine Providence to Govern for God, to whom alone pertains, by original Right, the Government of the World? I shall leave these things to your Consideration, only minding you that you shall be called to account At the Judgement Day for whatsoever Power you Are Entrusted with,
and setting before you the excellent Example of an Heathen Prince, even Artaxerxes King of Persia, who releast the children of Israel from their Captivity in Babylon, and gave order for their return to Jerusalem, and the setting up and establishment of the right Worship of the true God, by the special Direction and Conduct of the Spirit of God.
and setting before you the excellent Exampl of an Heathen Prince, even Artaxerxes King of Persiam, who released the children of Israel from their Captivity in Babylon, and gave order for their return to Jerusalem, and the setting up and establishment of the right Worship of the true God, by the special Direction and Conduct of the Spirit of God.
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And thou Ezra, after the wisdome of thy God, that is in thy hand, set Magistrates and Judges, which may judge all the People that are beyond the River, all such as know the Laws of thy God,
And thou Ezra, After the Wisdom of thy God, that is in thy hand, Set Magistrates and Judges, which may judge all the People that Are beyond the River, all such as know the Laws of thy God,
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And that this Counsel was of God, it appears from the Words of Ezra hereupon, Blessed be the LORD God of our Fathers, which hath put such a thing as this in the Kings Heart, &c. Now what's this but a branch of the Moral Law, requiring the right worship of the true God, explain'd in the Edict of a Heathen Prince, whose hand was herein guided by the Spirit of God,
And that this Counsel was of God, it appears from the Words of Ezra hereupon, Blessed be the LORD God of our Father's, which hath put such a thing as this in the Kings Heart, etc. Now what's this but a branch of the Moral Law, requiring the right worship of the true God, explained in the Edict of a Heathen Prince, whose hand was herein guided by the Spirit of God,
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It much concernes also inferiour Magistrates and Officers, who are intrusted with Power for the Punishment of Offendours, to be faithful in the discharge of their Duty. By this means a good stop might be put to many of the spreading Abominations of the Times.
It much concerns also inferior Magistrates and Officers, who Are Entrusted with Power for the Punishment of Offenders, to be faithful in the discharge of their Duty. By this means a good stop might be put to many of the spreading Abominations of the Times.
Drunkennesse and R•velling, Swearing and Sabbath-breaking, and such like vile enormities, and God-provoking sins might in a great measure be restrain'd,
drunkenness and R•velling, Swearing and Sabbath-breaking, and such like vile enormities, and God-provoking Sins might in a great measure be restrained,
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if those persons in every Town and Parish, to whom it pertaines by vertue of their Office to take cognizance of these and such like Crimes, were but as Vigilant and Active as they might and ought to be, to bring those that are found guilty of them to condigne punishment.
if those Persons in every Town and Parish, to whom it pertains by virtue of their Office to take cognizance of these and such like Crimes, were but as Vigilant and Active as they might and ought to be, to bring those that Are found guilty of them to condign punishment.
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But through the sloth and regardlesnesse of Officers, such Offendours grow bold, and such Crimes become common, such Abominations are exceedingly multiply'd.
But through the sloth and regardlessness of Officers, such Offenders grow bold, and such Crimes become Common, such Abominations Are exceedingly multiplied.
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But oh that such would consider, that all the sins of those Places and Persons which they have received Power to restraine or punish, and exercise it not, are justly chargeable upon their heads,
But o that such would Consider, that all the Sins of those Places and Persons which they have received Power to restrain or Punish, and exercise it not, Are justly chargeable upon their Heads,
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And if according to this Rule, all the Oathes, Curses, Drunkennesses and Profanations of the Lords day, which might have been prevented or punished by Persons invested with Authority and Power for that purpose, be justly chargeable upon them for their neglect of their Duty in this Case, we may surely say, without any slander, Many of our Magistrates and Officers (however they may seeme sober and religious persons) are the greatest Swearers, Cursers, Drunkards,
And if according to this Rule, all the Oaths, Curses, Drunkennesses and Profanations of the lords day, which might have been prevented or punished by Persons invested with authority and Power for that purpose, be justly chargeable upon them for their neglect of their Duty in this Case, we may surely say, without any slander, Many of our Magistrates and Officers (however they may seem Sobrium and religious Persons) Are the greatest Swearers, Cursers, Drunkards,
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and Sabbath-breakers in the Land. And doubtlesse many shall be indicted and condemned for these sinnes, at Gods Tribunal, in the Day of Judgement, because they have not exercised the power wherewith they were intrusted, in their Places,
and Sabbath breakers in the Land. And doubtless many shall be indicted and condemned for these Sins, At God's Tribunal, in the Day of Judgement, Because they have not exercised the power wherewith they were Entrusted, in their Places,
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Oh therefore stir up your selves with Zeal and Faithfulnesse to the Execution of your Office, the discharge of your Duty in this kinde, that you may restraine Sin in others,
O Therefore stir up your selves with Zeal and Faithfulness to the Execution of your Office, the discharge of your Duty in this kind, that you may restrain since in Others,
and keep off Guilt from your own souls, prevent the Dishonour of God, and the Destruction of the Land. This also would very much conduce to a Happy Change of the Times.
and keep off Gilded from your own Souls, prevent the Dishonour of God, and the Destruction of the Land. This also would very much conduce to a Happy Change of the Times.
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To whom then should we go but to him, that orders all changes, for the change of evil and perillous, into good and prosperous Times? He can take away evil men, or make them good, and so amend the Times.
To whom then should we go but to him, that order all changes, for the change of evil and perilous, into good and prosperous Times? He can take away evil men, or make them good, and so amend the Times.
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When we see men continue in their sinnes, and daily grow to a greater height of Wickednesse, we have then cause to fear the Times will grow worse rather then better.
When we see men continue in their Sins, and daily grow to a greater height of Wickedness, we have then cause to Fear the Times will grow Worse rather then better.
then the Prayers of his People for the Prevention of those Judgements, and the Procurement of his Mercies, upon the Land. When the sins of the Land cry aloud for Judgment, the Saints of God had need to cry aloud for Mercy. The Prayer of Faith is the most effectual means, by Gods own appointment for the Removal of evils felt, the Prevention of evils feared,
then the Prayers of his People for the Prevention of those Judgments, and the Procurement of his mercies, upon the Land. When the Sins of the Land cry aloud for Judgement, the Saints of God had need to cry aloud for Mercy. The Prayer of Faith is the most effectual means, by God's own appointment for the Removal of evils felt, the Prevention of evils feared,
Thus when Israel had fearfully provoked God, by customary commission of grosse sinnes after glorious deliverances, as Theft, Murder, Adultery, Perjury, Idolatry;
Thus when Israel had fearfully provoked God, by customary commission of gross Sins After glorious Deliverances, as Theft, Murder, Adultery, Perjury, Idolatry;
as if they should say, We are deliver'd to do all these Abominations, as the Lord hath testifi'd against them by his Prophet ) and when thereupon God purposed to cast them off for their sins, he forbad his Prophet to pray for them.
as if they should say, We Are Delivered to do all these Abominations, as the Lord hath testified against them by his Prophet) and when thereupon God purposed to cast them off for their Sins, he forbade his Prophet to pray for them.
And therefore when the Israelites had made them a Molten Calf, and worshipped it, and the wrath of God was kindled against them to destroy them, Moses by his Prayer prevented their Destruction.
And Therefore when the Israelites had made them a Melted Calf, and worshipped it, and the wrath of God was kindled against them to destroy them, Moses by his Prayer prevented their Destruction.
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But this Command being rather Declarative of Gods wrath against Israel, then expressive of his Pleasure that Moses should cease Praying, ( Holy Prayer being Gods Delight) Moses still proceeds in his Intercession for Israel, and joynes Fasting with his Prayer, and so prevailed for Mercy.
But this Command being rather Declarative of God's wrath against Israel, then expressive of his Pleasure that Moses should cease Praying, (Holy Prayer being God's Delight) Moses still proceeds in his Intercession for Israel, and joins Fasting with his Prayer, and so prevailed for Mercy.
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and I did neither eat bread nor drink water, b•cause of all your sins, which ye sinned in doing wickedly, in the sight of the LORD to provoke him to Anger.
and I did neither eat bred nor drink water, b•cause of all your Sins, which you sinned in doing wickedly, in the sighed of the LORD to provoke him to Anger.
And therefore is it recorded of him in the Holy Scripture, that the Lord said, That he would destroy them, had not Moses his chosen stood before him in the Breach, to turn away his wrath, lest he should destroy them .
And Therefore is it recorded of him in the Holy Scripture, that the Lord said, That he would destroy them, had not Moses his chosen stood before him in the Breach, to turn away his wrath, lest he should destroy them.
And doth not the Lord (such is his infinite Patience ) before he proceeds to the Execution of his Judgements upon a rebellious People for their unsufferable Provocations, seek for a man among them that may make up the hedge,
And does not the Lord (such is his infinite Patience) before he proceeds to the Execution of his Judgments upon a rebellious People for their unsufferable Provocations, seek for a man among them that may make up the hedge,
and stand in the Gap before him for the Land, that he may not destroy it ? O then that some Moses might arise and plead with the Lord for his people, that he might remove his Judgements, and continue his Mercies to them,
and stand in the Gap before him for the Land, that he may not destroy it? O then that Some Moses might arise and plead with the Lord for his people, that he might remove his Judgments, and continue his mercies to them,
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So Abraham brought down Gods Mercy by Steps, in his Intercession for Sodom, so far, that if but Ten righteous persons had been sound in that whole sinfull City, God would not have destroyed it.
So Abraham brought down God's Mercy by Steps, in his Intercession for Sodom, so Far, that if but Ten righteous Persons had been found in that Whole sinful city, God would not have destroyed it.
Now how great an Encouragement should this be unto you, Christians, in Perillous Times, to make your Addresses to God by fervent Prayers! Oh! Is there none that will lift up a Prayer for a sinfull Nation,
Now how great an Encouragement should this be unto you, Christians, in Perilous Times, to make your Addresses to God by fervent Prayers! Oh! Is there none that will lift up a Prayer for a sinful nation,
Oh let all the Children of God unite their Forces, with Faith and Fervour to present unto the Lord that excellent Prayer of the Church, with which I shall conclude this Direction,
O let all the Children of God unite their Forces, with Faith and Fervour to present unto the Lord that excellent Prayer of the Church, with which I shall conclude this Direction,
Wilt thou be angry with us for ever? Wilt thou draw out thine Anger to all Generations? Wilt thou not revive us again, that thy People may rejoyce in thee? Shew us thy Mercy, O LORD, and grant us thy salvation.
Wilt thou be angry with us for ever? Wilt thou draw out thine Anger to all Generations? Wilt thou not revive us again, that thy People may rejoice in thee? Show us thy Mercy, Oh LORD, and grant us thy salvation.
and so have his Saints found him to be by sweet Experiences in the Times of their sad Extre•ities. The Lord (saith David ) is my Rock and Fortress, and my Deliverer:
and so have his Saints found him to be by sweet Experiences in the Times of their sad Extre•ities. The Lord (Says David) is my Rock and Fortress, and my Deliverer:
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Thus under various expressions he sets forth Gods Power as engaged for his Saints Preservation. So saith he elsewhere, The Lord is my Light & my Salvation, whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life, of whom shall I be afraid? Then to fortifie his Confidence, he produces his experience;
Thus under various expressions he sets forth God's Power as engaged for his Saints Preservation. So Says he elsewhere, The Lord is my Light & my Salvation, whom shall I Fear? The Lord is the strength of my life, of whom shall I be afraid? Then to fortify his Confidence, he produces his experience;
and you may •ail of this special priviledge of Divine Preservation, and instead thereof, fall and perish by a just Destruction. If a man pursu'd by his Enemies in the Times of War, shall have Recourse to those for Refuge of whom he hath no assurance that they are his Friends, he may but fly from one Danger,
and you may •ail of this special privilege of Divine Preservation, and instead thereof, fallen and perish by a just Destruction. If a man pursued by his Enemies in the Times of War, shall have Recourse to those for Refuge of whom he hath no assurance that they Are his Friends, he may but fly from one Danger,
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Yea, though you should have an Interest in God, yet if you have no Evidence of this Interest, you cannot with that Boldness and Confidence, wherewith otherwise you might, fly to God for Refuge in Daies of Danger.
Yea, though you should have an Interest in God, yet if you have no Evidence of this Interest, you cannot with that Boldness and Confidence, wherewith otherwise you might, fly to God for Refuge in Days of Danger.
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Then may you triumph with David in the very Face of Danger, The LORD is my Light and my Salvation, whom shall I fear? The LORD is the strength of my Life, of whom shall I be afraid? So again, saith he, The LORD is my strength, & my Shield, my heart trusted in him, and I am helped:
Then may you triumph with David in the very Face of Danger, The LORD is my Light and my Salvation, whom shall I Fear? The LORD is the strength of my Life, of whom shall I be afraid? So again, Says he, The LORD is my strength, & my Shield, my heart trusted in him, and I am helped:
Now its the Nature of both these Graces, Faith and Love, to work the soul wherein they are seated to a Conformity to the person upon which they are acted.
Now its the Nature of both these Graces, Faith and Love, to work the soul wherein they Are seated to a Conformity to the person upon which they Are acted.
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But now this Conformity to God in the Beauty of Holiness being produc'd by the Efficacy of these excellent Graces, Faith and Love, must needs evidence the souls Interest in God.
But now this Conformity to God in the Beauty of Holiness being produced by the Efficacy of these excellent Graces, Faith and Love, must needs evidence the Souls Interest in God.
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and his Will revealed in his Word, in a way of Holy Living? Doth your Faith work by Love? Doth your Love produce Likeness? Doth this Likeness nourish your Love? Doth this Love strengthen your Faith? Do yon find your soul to move towards God, by Faith and Love; and to press after Conformity to God in Holiness of Heart and Life? Then have you good and sure Evidences of your Interest in God. The second Work.
and his Will revealed in his Word, in a Way of Holy Living? Does your Faith work by Love? Does your Love produce Likeness? Does this Likeness nourish your Love? Does this Love strengthen your Faith? Do yond find your soul to move towards God, by Faith and Love; and to press After Conformity to God in Holiness of Heart and Life? Then have you good and sure Evidences of your Interest in God. The second Work.
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Stir up your self also to the lively Exercise of your most excellent Graces, whereby your soul may be lifted up above Difficulties and dangers in the world,
Stir up your self also to the lively Exercise of your most excellent Graces, whereby your soul may be lifted up above Difficulties and dangers in the world,
There is a sort of Fishes, called by Cassiodore, for their delicate Temper and curious Colour, The Saffron-colour'd Delights of the rich Sea. These when a Storm arises, gather to themselves little stones (the same thing have some observed of the Bees ) to poise themselves in swimming thorough the boysterous waves (as the Bees in flying thorough the blustering Win•s ) and so they make to some Rock (as the Bees to their H•ve ) as their Refuge from the tempestuous Fury of the sea. So Believers, who are
There is a sort of Fish, called by Cassiodorus, for their delicate Temper and curious Colour, The Saffron-coloured Delights of the rich Sea. These when a Storm arises, gather to themselves little stones (the same thing have Some observed of the Bees) to poise themselves in swimming through the boisterous waves (as the Bees in flying through the blustering Win•s) and so they make to Some Rock (as the Bees to their H•ve) as their Refuge from the tempestuous Fury of the sea. So Believers, who Are
The Riches of the World, and the Delights of Christ, when any Storm or Tempest arises in the Church or State, gathering to themselves the Pearls of Gospel-Promises, to keep them in an even Poize in Perillous Times, that they may not be driven away with every Wind of Doctrine, nor discomposed by every Wave of Temptation, should speedily make to Christ,
The Riches of the World, and the Delights of christ, when any Storm or Tempest arises in the Church or State, gathering to themselves the Pearls of Gospel promises, to keep them in an even Poize in Perilous Times, that they may not be driven away with every Wind of Doctrine, nor discomposed by every Wave of Temptation, should speedily make to christ,
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And thus must the Saints act the Powers of their souls upon God, if they would be interessed in that Protection which pertains to the Saints by Divine Promise. Sanctifie the Lord of Hosts Himself (saith the Prophet ) and let him be your Fear,
And thus must the Saints act the Powers of their Souls upon God, if they would be interested in that Protection which pertains to the Saints by Divine Promise. Sanctify the Lord of Hosts Himself (Says the Prophet) and let him be your fear,
Now what is it to sanctifie the Lord in our Hearts (as the Apostle expresses it ) but to present his glorious Excellencies and Perfections, his infinite Power and Greatness before the view of our souls,
Now what is it to sanctify the Lord in our Hearts (as the Apostle Expresses it) but to present his glorious Excellencies and Perfections, his infinite Power and Greatness before the view of our Souls,
and to stir up our selves to those Actings which carry in them a suitableness and correspondency to such manifestations of God to us? And what is this,
and to stir up our selves to those Actings which carry in them a suitableness and correspondency to such manifestations of God to us? And what is this,
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and submitted to in all Things? Now he that thus fears his Name, believes his Word, trusts in his Power, and waits for his Mercy according to his Promise, shall be priviledg'd with a comfortable Security on Earth,
and submitted to in all Things? Now he that thus fears his Name, believes his Word, trusts in his Power, and waits for his Mercy according to his Promise, shall be privileged with a comfortable Security on Earth,
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And who are they that are interested in this special protection, but those that are raised into this spiritual Communion? Communion with God is a Saints sweetest and safest Sanctuary in Times of Danger.
And who Are they that Are interested in this special protection, but those that Are raised into this spiritual Communion? Communion with God is a Saints Sweetest and Safest Sanctuary in Times of Danger.
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And therefore did David so much desire of God that he might Dwell in the house of the LORD all the dayes of his Life, to behold the beauty of the LORD,
And Therefore did David so much desire of God that he might Dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of his Life, to behold the beauty of the LORD,
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that is, that he might live in Communion with the true Church in the Use of holy Ordinances, to enjoy a constant Communion with God all the Time of his continuance in the world.
that is, that he might live in Communion with the true Church in the Use of holy Ordinances, to enjoy a constant Communion with God all the Time of his Continuance in the world.
As if he should say, He shall keep me in Secresie, preserve me in Security ▪ advance me to Dignity and Glory. As he saies elswhere, Thou, O LORD, art a Shield for me, my Glory,
As if he should say, He shall keep me in Secrecy, preserve me in Security ▪ advance me to Dignity and Glory. As he Says elsewhere, Thou, Oh LORD, art a Shield for me, my Glory,
nor in Times of War, as in the Royal Tent. Noah was safe in the Ark, though tost with the Waves and Billows of an universal deluge, when all the World besides was drown'd with water.
nor in Times of War, as in the Royal Tent. Noah was safe in the Ark, though tossed with the Waves and Billows of an universal deluge, when all the World beside was drowned with water.
Be much in those Duties of Religion wherein gracious souls do maintaine this holy Communion. Be much in Closet-Prayer, much in D•vout-Meditation, much in Communing with your own Heart, as an excellent help to communion with God.
Be much in those Duties of Religion wherein gracious Souls do maintain this holy Communion. Be much in Closet prayer, much in D•vout-Meditation, much in Communing with your own Heart, as an excellent help to communion with God.
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Leave not a Duty till you can get your heart warm'd by it, till you can feel it melting, burning within your breast, melting with sorrow for sin, and Joy in God;
Leave not a Duty till you can get your heart warmed by it, till you can feel it melting, burning within your breast, melting with sorrow for since, and Joy in God;
Cease not till you can finde your very soul going out to God, and God, by the powerful Influences and Operations of his holy Spirit, coming in to your heart, in holy Duties.
Cease not till you can find your very soul going out to God, and God, by the powerful Influences and Operations of his holy Spirit, coming in to your heart, in holy Duties.
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This will be to you a Spring of living Comforts, in a dry and barren Wildernesse. You shall have no cause to be disconsolate in your Desert-condition, while the Manna of spiritual Mercies drops down from Heaven upon your soule in Communion with God.
This will be to you a Spring of living Comforts, in a dry and barren Wilderness. You shall have no cause to be disconsolate in your Desert-condition, while the Manna of spiritual mercies drops down from Heaven upon your soul in Communion with God.
And which may be sufficient to revive your drooping Spirit in the greatest dangers, from this Holy Mount (of Communion with God) you may take a faire Prospect of the Heavenly Canaan. Yea, he that lives in communion with God on earth, does already dwell in the Suburbs of Heaven. The fift Duty. Longing to leave the Earth and live in Heaven.
And which may be sufficient to revive your drooping Spirit in the greatest dangers, from this Holy Mount (of Communion with God) you may take a fair Prospect of the Heavenly Canaan. Yea, he that lives in communion with God on earth, does already dwell in the Suburbs of Heaven. The fift Duty. Longing to leave the Earth and live in Heaven.
When you look downward to a world of Sinne and Misery, full of wicked men, defil'd with wicked works, me thinks you should say with the Psalmist , Woe is me that I sojourne in Mesech, that I dwell in the Tents of Kedar.
When you look downward to a world of Sin and Misery, full of wicked men, defiled with wicked works, me thinks you should say with the Psalmist, Woe is me that I sojourn in Mesech, that I dwell in the Tents of Kedar.
And when you look up to a Heaven of Blisse and Glory, to a God of Grace and Mercy, who fills Heaven with Divine Beauties and everlasting Delights, being to all his Saints above,
And when you look up to a Heaven of Bliss and Glory, to a God of Grace and Mercy, who fills Heaven with Divine Beauty's and everlasting Delights, being to all his Saints above,
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an inexhaustible Fountaine of unexpressible pleasures, Felicities, Joyes, me thinks you should cry out with holy David; As the heart panteth after the water-brooks,
an inexhaustible Fountain of unexpressible pleasures, Felicities, Joys, me thinks you should cry out with holy David; As the heart pants After the Water brooks,
When (O when) shall I come and appear before God? When you consider the frequent Changes which you see on earth, with those many Dangers, Feares, Troubles and Calamities, which are occasion'd thereby,
When (Oh when) shall I come and appear before God? When you Consider the frequent Changes which you see on earth, with those many Dangers, Fears, Troubles and Calamities, which Are occasioned thereby,
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and do commonly ensue thereupon, methinks you should grow weary of this World, and extreamly long to leave the Earth, that so you might for ever live, where all the Saints enjoy an unchangeable Happinesse in Heaven.
and do commonly ensue thereupon, methinks you should grow weary of this World, and extremely long to leave the Earth, that so you might for ever live, where all the Saints enjoy an unchangeable Happiness in Heaven.
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It's true, likewise, that Heaven is a glorious Place, wherein I do believe the Happinesse of the Saints is so great, that they cannot desire it to be greater, the Fruition exceeding the Expectation.
It's true, likewise, that Heaven is a glorious Place, wherein I do believe the Happiness of the Saints is so great, that they cannot desire it to be greater, the Fruition exceeding the Expectation.
And therefore I know it is ten thousand fold bett r to live in Heaven, then to abide still on Earth, in the most prosperous, and therefore much more in the most perillous Times. But who can be willing to leave the Earth, before he is first sure of Heaven? And therefore I desire to be resolved how I may know that Heaven is mine? To this I answer;
And Therefore I know it is ten thousand fold bet r to live in Heaven, then to abide still on Earth, in the most prosperous, and Therefore much more in the most perilous Times. But who can be willing to leave the Earth, before he is First sure of Heaven? And Therefore I desire to be resolved how I may know that Heaven is mine? To this I answer;
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Dare you live on Earth, without any evidence for eternal life in Heaven? How is it you fear not every moment to drop into Hell? What paines have you taken to attaine this evidence? Have you ever spent one whole Day, one serious Houre for the attainment of it? O lazy Believers!
Dare you live on Earth, without any evidence for Eternal life in Heaven? How is it you Fear not every moment to drop into Hell? What pains have you taken to attain this evidence? Have you ever spent one Whole Day, one serious Hour for the attainment of it? O lazy Believers!
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Is it not pity but you should want the Comfort of it, who can so well content your selves without it? Would you not readily take more paines for the attainment of a firme title to an earthly Inheritance, to an estate of two or three thousand pounds a yeare,
Is it not pity but you should want the Comfort of it, who can so well content your selves without it? Would you not readily take more pains for the attainment of a firm title to an earthly Inheritance, to an estate of two or three thousand pounds a year,
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before you enter into the Joyes of Heaven. And what are you resolved still to continue secure in this uncertaine condition, not knowing what shall become of your souls to Eternity? To what purpose should I direct you to the attainment of this most blessed Assurance of salvation,
before you enter into the Joys of Heaven. And what Are you resolved still to continue secure in this uncertain condition, not knowing what shall become of your Souls to Eternity? To what purpose should I Direct you to the attainment of this most blessed Assurance of salvation,
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or to try your Evidences for an eternal Inheritance reserved in Heaven for all the children of God? Well then I shall spare my pains and speak no further to you,
or to try your Evidences for an Eternal Inheritance reserved in Heaven for all the children of God? Well then I shall spare my pains and speak no further to you,
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and is willing to deal seriously with it self, in searching for those Evidences, which may clear its title to this glorious Inheritance of the Kingdom of Heaven, I shall give some Direction towards this Discovery.
and is willing to deal seriously with it self, in searching for those Evidences, which may clear its title to this glorious Inheritance of the Kingdom of Heaven, I shall give Some Direction towards this Discovery.
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Poore soul, doest thou desire to know whether Heaven be thine? Whether God hath instated so poore a Creature as thou accountest thy selfe to be, in so rich an Inheritance; Then tell me;
Poor soul, dost thou desire to know whither Heaven be thine? Whither God hath instated so poor a Creature as thou Accountest thy self to be, in so rich an Inheritance; Then tell me;
Say then, Is God thine? Is Christ thine? Is the Spirit of God and Christ given to thee? If God have given thee himselfe, his Sonne, his sacred Spirit, lift up thy heart with joy, thy soul with praise, Heaven with all the Beauties and Blisses, all the Joyes and Glory of it, is undoubtedly thine to all Eternity.
Say then, Is God thine? Is christ thine? Is the Spirit of God and christ given to thee? If God have given thee himself, his Son, his sacred Spirit, lift up thy heart with joy, thy soul with praise, Heaven with all the Beauty's and Blisses, all the Joys and Glory of it, is undoubtedly thine to all Eternity.
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He that hath given the greater, certainly will not deny the lesser. Now if when God could give thee nothing greater, he hath given himself, with his Sonne and holy Spirit to thee, certainly he will not with-hold the lesser, he cannot deny thee Heaven. He that hath God for his God, must needs have Heaven for his Inheritance.
He that hath given the greater, Certainly will not deny the lesser. Now if when God could give thee nothing greater, he hath given himself, with his Son and holy Spirit to thee, Certainly he will not withhold the lesser, he cannot deny thee Heaven. He that hath God for his God, must needs have Heaven for his Inheritance.
As none can possibly enjoy Heaven without God (who is the Heaven of Heaven) so neither can any possibly enjoy God without Heaven, without a present Title to it, sufficient to secure the future Possession of it to Eternity.
As none can possibly enjoy Heaven without God (who is the Heaven of Heaven) so neither can any possibly enjoy God without Heaven, without a present Title to it, sufficient to secure the future Possession of it to Eternity.
Canst thou say to God, my God and my Father? Canst thou say to Christ, My Lord and my God? Canst thou say to the holy Spirit, my Guide and my Comforter? Look then up to heaven and say (as thou truly mayst) This is my Home and my Inheritance; this when I leave the Earth must be my habitation for ever.
Canst thou say to God, my God and my Father? Canst thou say to christ, My Lord and my God? Canst thou say to the holy Spirit, my Guide and my Comforter? Look then up to heaven and say (as thou truly Mayest) This is my Home and my Inheritance; this when I leave the Earth must be my habitation for ever.
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How shall I know this, that God is my God, and that he hath given his Son and holy Spirit to me? This latter difficulty is as great to me as the former. Thou sayest;
How shall I know this, that God is my God, and that he hath given his Son and holy Spirit to me? This latter difficulty is as great to me as the former. Thou Sayest;
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Doest thou give thy self up unto him, as thy God, and place thy happinesse in the enjoyment of him as the chiefest good? Canst thou say, Whom have I in heaven (O Lord) but thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire besides thee.
Dost thou give thy self up unto him, as thy God, and place thy happiness in the enjoyment of him as the chiefest good? Canst thou say, Whom have I in heaven (Oh Lord) but thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire beside thee.
Ye shall be my people, and I will be your God ? Does thy heart say, Amen, to this Covenant-promise? Be it so Lord, Wilt thou give thy self unto me? Wilt thou indeed be my God? Then will I be thine, and onely thine for ever.
You shall be my people, and I will be your God? Does thy heart say, Amen, to this Covenant promise? Be it so Lord, Wilt thou give thy self unto me? Wilt thou indeed be my God? Then will I be thine, and only thine for ever.
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and of everlasting thankfulness, that though he should take away all from me, he would yet be pleased to give himself unto me, to be my God and exceeding great reward.
and of everlasting thankfulness, that though he should take away all from me, he would yet be pleased to give himself unto me, to be my God and exceeding great reward.
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Now then if God be thine, and thou art his, according to the Tenour of the New Covenant, he hath given his Sonne unto thee (as a Jewel from his bosome,
Now then if God be thine, and thou art his, according to the Tenor of the New Covenant, he hath given his Son unto thee (as a Jewel from his bosom,
for a pledge of his glorious everlasting love) and hath given thee to his Son, (as a part of his richest Treasure in the World) to redeeme, sanctifie and save Thee.
for a pledge of his glorious everlasting love) and hath given thee to his Son, (as a part of his Richest Treasure in the World) to Redeem, sanctify and save Thee.
For thus hath he said, Father I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory, which thou hast given me:
For thus hath he said, Father I will that they also whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am, that they may behold my Glory, which thou hast given me:
Moreover, further to cleare it up to thy soul that Christ is thine, let me ask thee, Hath God ever shew'd thee what a poor, lost, undone Creature thou art in thy self, by reason of thy sinnes? Hath he made known to thee the Fulnesse and All-sufficiency of Christ, with thy absolute necessity of him to justifie, sanctifie and save thee,
Moreover, further to clear it up to thy soul that christ is thine, let me ask thee, Hath God ever showed thee what a poor, lost, undone Creature thou art in thy self, by reason of thy Sins? Hath he made known to thee the Fullness and All-sufficiency of christ, with thy absolute necessity of him to justify, sanctify and save thee,
or thou must perish forever? Hast thou, in the Glasse of the Law, seen thy own Deformity, and the incomparable Beauty of Christ in the Glasse of the Gospel? Hast thou seen thy own Nakednesse, and apprehended thy need of the Righteousnesse of Christ,
or thou must perish forever? Hast thou, in the Glass of the Law, seen thy own Deformity, and the incomparable Beauty of christ in the Glass of the Gospel? Hast thou seen thy own Nakedness, and apprehended thy need of the Righteousness of christ,
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as glorious clothing for thy naked soul? Hast thou been made sensible of thy spiritual poverty, and have the unsearchable riches of Christ, been unfolded before thee in the Gospel? How have these things wrought upon thy heart? Hast thou felt thy heart stirred within thee hereupon? Hast thou felt God drawing thy heart out in desires and longings after Christ? Hast thou been made willing to take Christ upon his own termes;
as glorious clothing for thy naked soul? Hast thou been made sensible of thy spiritual poverty, and have the unsearchable riches of christ, been unfolded before thee in the Gospel? How have these things wrought upon thy heart? Hast thou felt thy heart stirred within thee hereupon? Hast thou felt God drawing thy heart out in Desires and longings After christ? Hast thou been made willing to take christ upon his own terms;
to be thy Soveraigne as well as thy Saviour? To rule over thee as well as to save thee? To save thee from thy lusts and sinnes, as well as to save thee from Wrath and Hell? Hast thou beene made willing to take his † Yoke upon thee, and to bear his Burden? Hath Christ beene welcome to thee when he hath come with his Crosse, to lay it upon thee,
to be thy Sovereign as well as thy Saviour? To Rule over thee as well as to save thee? To save thee from thy Lustiest and Sins, as well as to save thee from Wrath and Hell? Hast thou been made willing to take his † Yoke upon thee, and to bear his Burden? Hath christ been welcome to thee when he hath come with his Cross, to lay it upon thee,
as well as when he hath come with his Cordials, to refresh and comfort thee? Speak seriously, canst thou account thy self more happy in the presence of Christ in Prisons, and Perecutions, then in the midst of all worldly Pleasures and Prosperities without him? Tell me truly,
as well as when he hath come with his Cordials, to refresh and Comfort thee? Speak seriously, Canst thou account thy self more happy in the presence of christ in Prisons, and Perecutions, then in the midst of all worldly Pleasures and Prosperities without him? Tell me truly,
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if thou mightest certainly have thy wish, and desire granted, what wouldst thou wish for, whom wouldst thou desire? Ah, None but Christ, None but Christ.
if thou Mightest Certainly have thy wish, and desire granted, what Wouldst thou wish for, whom Wouldst thou desire? Ah, None but christ, None but christ.
What doest thou trust to, on whom dost thou rest for salvation? On thy own righteousnesse, in thy own strength? Oh no, None but Christ, None but Christ.
What dost thou trust to, on whom dost thou rest for salvation? On thy own righteousness, in thy own strength? O no, None but christ, None but christ.
Art thou indeed Vile in thine own eyes, and are all things in the World but vile in thy esteeme, in comparison of Christ? And is Christ above all things unto thee exceeding precious? Truly, if I know mine own heart, I esteeme all the Riches of the world to be but losse, and dung in comparison of the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord.
Art thou indeed Vile in thine own eyes, and Are all things in the World but vile in thy esteem, in comparison of christ? And is christ above all things unto thee exceeding precious? Truly, if I know mine own heart, I esteem all the Riches of the world to be but loss, and dung in comparison of the excellency of the knowledge of christ jesus my Lord.
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It hath pl•••ed the Lord so far to discover the emptynesse of self, and sinfulness of sin unto me, that sometimes when I look down upon my self, I loath and abhor my self, and cannot but wonder that ever the Lord should vouchsafe to look upon me, and love me.
It hath pl•••ed the Lord so Far to discover the Emptiness of self, and sinfulness of since unto me, that sometime when I look down upon my self, I loath and abhor my self, and cannot but wonder that ever the Lord should vouchsafe to look upon me, and love me.
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Oh good God! And hast thou given thy dearest Son, to suffer such a cursed and cruel d•ath for such a vile sinner as I am! O sweetest Mercy! O infinite goodnesse! O glorious Love!
O good God! And hast thou given thy dearest Son, to suffer such a cursed and cruel d•ath for such a vile sinner as I am! O Sweetest Mercy! O infinite Goodness! O glorious Love!
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And then when I cast up my Eyes to Christ, and beheld him, sometimes as crucifi'd on Earth, sometimes as glorifi'd in heaven, my heart sure spake within me, much to this purpose; O deare Jesus!
And then when I cast up my Eyes to christ, and beheld him, sometime as Crucified on Earth, sometime as glorified in heaven, my heart sure spoke within me, much to this purpose; Oh deer jesus!
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And hast thou endured such grievous sufferings, for the salvation of such a miserable sinner as I am? What wouldest thou leave thy Fathers Bosome and glory, to live here on Earth,
And hast thou endured such grievous sufferings, for the salvation of such a miserable sinner as I am? What Wouldst thou leave thy Father's Bosom and glory, to live Here on Earth,
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and die on the Crosse, to save the Life of a crawling Worme? Hast thou poured out thy Hearts blood, to que••• thy Fathers dreadful wrath, and to •••chase his glorious Love to a poysonous Toad? Is it possible? Can it be believed for Truth, that the Sonne of God should come to save such a sinful wretch as I am? Yea, He hath said it, and I believe it.
and die on the Cross, to save the Life of a crawling Worm? Hast thou poured out thy Hearts blood, to que••• thy Father's dreadful wrath, and to •••chase his glorious Love to a poisonous Toad? Is it possible? Can it be believed for Truth, that the Son of God should come to save such a sinful wretch as I am? Yea, He hath said it, and I believe it.
God hath drawn thee t• Christ, and united thy soul to him by •••h, a Band indissoluble. For thou hast in this Declaration of Gods dealings with thee, laid open the very Mysterie of Faith, and manifested how the Holy Ghost hath by this Heavenly Band inseparably knit thy soul unto thy Saviour. Rejoyce then in thy God.
God hath drawn thee t• christ, and united thy soul to him by •••h, a Band indissoluble. For thou hast in this Declaration of God's dealings with thee, laid open the very Mystery of Faith, and manifested how the Holy Ghost hath by this Heavenly Band inseparably knit thy soul unto thy Saviour. Rejoice then in thy God.
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Thou standest not in thy own strength, but in the strength of Christ, who is Mighty to save. The safety of the Child in the Mothers Bosome, lies not in the strength of its own weak Arms, wherewith it clings about her;
Thou Standest not in thy own strength, but in the strength of christ, who is Mighty to save. The safety of the Child in the Mother's Bosom, lies not in the strength of its own weak Arms, wherewith it clings about her;
in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that Holy Spirit of Promise, which is the Earnest of our Inheritance, untill the Redemption of the purchased Possession,
in whom also After that you believed, you were sealed with that Holy Spirit of Promise, which is the Earnest of our Inheritance, until the Redemption of the purchased Possession,
For it is the Spirit of God, which is the Spirit of Grace, by which that Faith was wrought in your Heart, by which you have been united to Jesus Christ.
For it is the Spirit of God, which is the Spirit of Grace, by which that Faith was wrought in your Heart, by which you have been united to jesus christ.
The Graces of Sanctification, Repentance, Faith, Hope, Love to God, Charity, &c. are the prints of this Privy Seal, wherewith God seals Believers as his own Peculiar, which in whatsoever soul they are found, to that soul is the Spirit of God given as an Earnest of an eternal Inheritance in Heaven.
The Graces of Sanctification, Repentance, Faith, Hope, Love to God, Charity, etc. Are the prints of this Privy Seal, wherewith God Seals Believers as his own Peculiar, which in whatsoever soul they Are found, to that soul is the Spirit of God given as an Earnest of an Eternal Inheritance in Heaven.
Moreover the Spirit of God where ever it is, is a Spirit of Holiness, Prayer and Comfort. Now do you desire to know whether the Spirit of God be given to you,
Moreover the Spirit of God where ever it is, is a Spirit of Holiness, Prayer and Comfort. Now do you desire to know whither the Spirit of God be given to you,
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and love the strictest wayes of Holiness? Do you maintain a constant Conflict against your Corruptions? Can you truly say with the Apostle, The good that I would, I do not:
and love the Strictest ways of Holiness? Do you maintain a constant Conflict against your Corruptions? Can you truly say with the Apostle, The good that I would, I do not:
Oh do you not extremely long to be freed from this Bondage of Corruption, that in the duties of Holiness you might enjoy a more glorious Freedom of Communion with God? What is it which chiefly makes the world uncomfortable to you? Is it Sin or Suffering? Which of these two is it which you most constantly fear,
O do you not extremely long to be freed from this Bondage of Corruption, that in the duties of Holiness you might enjoy a more glorious Freedom of Communion with God? What is it which chiefly makes the world uncomfortable to you? Is it since or Suffering? Which of these two is it which you most constantly Fear,
and most carefully decline? Can you heartily bless God for Affliction, when it becomes a Means to promote in your Heart the work of Grace and Holiness? Is not your heart grieved for the Sin that cleaves unto you in your best performances? Do you not find your heart endeared to the Children of God, more then to any others in the world? Doe you know what it is that thus engages your Affections to them? Is it not the Beauties of Holiness? If it be thus with you,
and most carefully decline? Can you heartily bless God for Affliction, when it becomes a Means to promote in your Heart the work of Grace and Holiness? Is not your heart grieved for the since that cleaves unto you in your best performances? Do you not find your heart endeared to the Children of God, more then to any Others in the world? Do you know what it is that thus engages your Affections to them? Is it not the Beauty's of Holiness? If it be thus with you,
Furthermore, Do not you find your Heart drawn out in holy Breathings after God? Are you not wont to pour it out dayly in Secret, into the Bosome of your Heavenly Father? If any thing afflict you,
Furthermore, Do not you find your Heart drawn out in holy Breathings After God? are you not wont to pour it out daily in Secret, into the Bosom of your Heavenly Father? If any thing afflict you,
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or oppress your Spirit, are you not wont to goe and make your mone unto God ? When you want any choice Blessing, are you not wont to go and ask it of God? Do you not esteem it a singular Priviledge, that you may freely go upon all Occasions,
or oppress your Spirit, Are you not wont to go and make your moan unto God? When you want any choice Blessing, Are you not wont to go and ask it of God? Do you not esteem it a singular Privilege, that you may freely go upon all Occasions,
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and open your Heart unto your Heavenly Father? And do you not find sometimes when you go unto God under great Discouragements, many sweet Enlargements in Prayer? Do you not find your heart inflamed with Love to God,
and open your Heart unto your Heavenly Father? And do you not find sometime when you go unto God under great Discouragements, many sweet Enlargements in Prayer? Do you not find your heart inflamed with Love to God,
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when you perceive he is pleased to hear your Prayers, and answer your Requests? But is not your Spirit much troubled, when he hides his Face from you? Do you not account those sad Daies, wherein you find such a Deadness in your Heart, such a Dulness upon your Spirit, that you cannot find that Refreshment in prayer, which you was wont to receive even in your sorest Afflictions? But are not those daies festival with your soul, wherein God inlarges your Heart in Prayer,
when you perceive he is pleased to hear your Prayers, and answer your Requests? But is not your Spirit much troubled, when he hides his Face from you? Do you not account those sad Days, wherein you find such a Deadness in your Heart, such a Dullness upon your Spirit, that you cannot find that Refreshment in prayer, which you was wont to receive even in your Sorest Afflictions? But Are not those days festival with your soul, wherein God enlarges your Heart in Prayer,
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For the Spirit of Grace is a Spirit of Supplication. For when of Sinners God makes us Sons, he sends the Spirit of Adoption into our Hearts whereby we cry, Abba, Father .
For the Spirit of Grace is a Spirit of Supplication. For when of Sinners God makes us Sons, he sends the Spirit of Adoption into our Hearts whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
To conclude, Hath your soul ever tasted the sweet Comforts of Communion with God? Have you been sensible of the refreshing Influences of his Holy Spirit,
To conclude, Hath your soul ever tasted the sweet Comforts of Communion with God? Have you been sensible of the refreshing Influences of his Holy Spirit,
when sometimes his Face hath shone upon your soul in Duties or Ordinances? Do you prize these Comforts above all earthly Delights? Have you felt your Heart sometimes melting under the glorious Sun-shine of Gods ravishing Face? Have you felt your Heart dissolved (as a Lump of Sugar in a Bowl of Wine) into Holy Joy under the Pourings forth of the Love of God? Then you may indeed, Rejoyce in the Hope of the Glory of God:
when sometime his Face hath shone upon your soul in Duties or Ordinances? Do you prize these Comforts above all earthly Delights? Have you felt your Heart sometime melting under the glorious Sunshine of God's ravishing Face? Have you felt your Heart dissolved (as a Lump of Sugar in a Bowl of Wine) into Holy Joy under the Pourings forth of the Love of God? Then you may indeed, Rejoice in the Hope of the Glory of God:
Behold then, O gracious believing soul, what ground thou hast to long for Heaven, seeing if it be thus with thee, thou hast a clear undoubted Title to it, as thine Eternal Inheritance!
Behold then, Oh gracious believing soul, what ground thou hast to long for Heaven, seeing if it be thus with thee, thou hast a clear undoubted Title to it, as thine Eternal Inheritance!
This then I can truly say, though I am a poor sinfull Creature, I do heartily desire that God would sanctifie me throughout by his Holy Spirit, and make me holy.
This then I can truly say, though I am a poor sinful Creature, I do heartily desire that God would sanctify me throughout by his Holy Spirit, and make me holy.
but yet if my Heart deceive me not, I would rather choose to undergo the greatest suffering, then willingly to commit the least sin against my good God. I have had experience of many Troubles and Afflictions of one kind or another,
but yet if my Heart deceive me not, I would rather choose to undergo the greatest suffering, then willingly to commit the least since against my good God. I have had experience of many Troubles and Afflictions of one kind or Another,
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And 'tis my daily Request unto him, that he would vouchsafe to give me such a Measure of his Grace, that for the Time to come, I might live only to his Glory.
And it's my daily Request unto him, that he would vouchsafe to give me such a Measure of his Grace, that for the Time to come, I might live only to his Glory.
And I find that when I have been most enlarged in Prayer, my heart is most apt to be lifted up in Spiritual Pride, and when most straightened, to be most cast down in Self-Abasement.
And I find that when I have been most enlarged in Prayer, my heart is most apt to be lifted up in Spiritual Pride, and when most straightened, to be most cast down in Self-Abasement.
O me thinks I am lifted up above all the worlds Vanities, above its Riches and Glory, in so much, that if the whole world was a Globe of Gold, I should no more regard it then a Heap of Dung, in comparison of the glorious soul-ravishing Joy I feel in Communion with God.
O me thinks I am lifted up above all the world's Vanities, above its Riches and Glory, in so much, that if the Whole world was a Globe of Gold, I should no more regard it then a Heap of Dung, in comparison of the glorious Soul ravishing Joy I feel in Communion with God.
O then m•thinks it grieves me to come out of such a Paradise, to come down from such a Heaven, to turn mine eyes from beholding so much Beauty and Glory as my soul then sees in the Face of God; or that the worlds Vanities interposing, should again rob me of such a beatifical Vision.
O then m•thinks it grieves me to come out of such a Paradise, to come down from such a Heaven, to turn mine eyes from beholding so much Beauty and Glory as my soul then sees in the Face of God; or that the world's Vanities interposing, should again rob me of such a beatifical Vision.
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oft for a long while together, is as an Instrument unstring'd, and utterly out of Tune, upon which I can make no Musick, no Melody at all. I am in a dead, flat, dull Temper,
oft for a long while together, is as an Instrument unstringed, and utterly out of Tune, upon which I can make no Music, no Melody At all. I am in a dead, flat, dull Temper,
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Blessed be thou, O Believer, for thou hast unlockt unto me Christs Garden of Spices, and hast refresht my Spirit by leading me up and down in flowry walks, while thou hast laid open before me thy Experiences of Gods gracious Dealings with thy soul, in the Communications of his Spirit to thee;
Blessed be thou, Oh Believer, for thou hast unlocked unto me Christ Garden of Spices, and haste refreshed my Spirit by leading me up and down in flowery walks, while thou hast laid open before me thy Experiences of God's gracious Dealings with thy soul, in the Communications of his Spirit to thee;
For should I dare to speak Peace to thee in an unsecure Condition, and so flatter thy soul into Hell, thy Life would God require at my hand, in the Judgement day.
For should I Dare to speak Peace to thee in an unsecure Condition, and so flatter thy soul into Hell, thy Life would God require At my hand, in the Judgement day.
Know then, dear Soul, to thy present Comfort and everlasting Joy, these are not the fruits of Corrupt Nature, but of saving Grace; and this Grace flows from the Spirit of Holiness which is given to thee,
Know then, dear Soul, to thy present Comfort and everlasting Joy, these Are not the fruits of Corrupt Nature, but of Saving Grace; and this Grace flows from the Spirit of Holiness which is given to thee,
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and in respect of these blessed Fruits, Effects, Influences and Operations thereof dwelleth in thee, and will certainly conduct thee to a Kingdom of Glory.
and in respect of these blessed Fruits, Effects, Influences and Operations thereof dwells in thee, and will Certainly conduct thee to a Kingdom of Glory.
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And therefore now we are here together in the Wilderness, come, Believer, come along with me to the top of Pisgah, and let us there take a Prospect of the Holy Land. Seest thou there the Land that is a far off? Behold, that's the Land of Promise, where after our wearisome Pilgrimage, we shall have an everlasting glorious Rest. There the Flourishing Vines are ever laden with full Clusters of the richest Grapes.
And Therefore now we Are Here together in the Wilderness, come, Believer, come along with me to the top of Pisgah, and let us there take a Prospect of the Holy Land. See thou there the Land that is a Far off? Behold, that's the Land of Promise, where After our wearisome Pilgrimage, we shall have an everlasting glorious Rest. There the Flourishing Vines Are ever laden with full Clusters of the Richest Grapes.
Oh! Happy shall we be, when instead of the Waters of the Wilderness, we shall come to drink of the Wines of Canaan. There the Rivers do continually flow with Milk and Honey. The•e shall we sit down by the Crystal streams of the purest Pleasures, and drink our Fils of the fresh Fountains of glorious Joyes, everlasting Delights. Here we are encompast with Enemies; but there we shall have a perfect Tranquillity, an eternal Security, an unchangeable Felicity. Oh that we had but Wings like a Dove, that we might fly from this High Mountain to that HOLY LAND.
Oh! Happy shall we be, when instead of the Waters of the Wilderness, we shall come to drink of the Wines of Canaan. There the rivers do continually flow with Milk and Honey. The•e shall we fit down by the Crystal streams of the Purest Pleasures, and drink our Fills of the fresh Fountains of glorious Joys, everlasting Delights. Here we Are encompassed with Enemies; but there we shall have a perfect Tranquillity, an Eternal Security, an unchangeable Felicity. O that we had but Wings like a Dove, that we might fly from this High Mountain to that HOLY LAND.
Come, Believer, why standest thou here gazing upon a tumultuous Throng of people, that rush out of the Gates of Babylon, to persecute and afflict the Children of Zion? Look upon Zion, the City of our Solemnities:
Come, Believer, why Standest thou Here gazing upon a tumultuous Throng of people, that rush out of the Gates of Babylon, to persecute and afflict the Children of Zion? Look upon Zion, the city of our Solemnities:
No, there shall be no Enemy to terrifie us with a threatned Invasion, nor any to molest us with a bloody Persecution; for our City shall be wall'd with Salvation, and our streets shall be pav'd with Peace.
No, there shall be no Enemy to terrify us with a threatened Invasion, nor any to molest us with a bloody Persecution; for our city shall be walled with Salvation, and our streets shall be paved with Peace.
Happy are the Inhabitants of the Heavenly Jerusalem. There they that have wallowed in the Dust, shall walk on Gold: They that have been wrapt up in Darkness, and buried in Disgrace, shall wear Robes of Light and Crowns of Glory. Were all the glittering Stars of Heaven turn'd into glorious Suns, what glorious Robes of Light would their intermixed Beams weave for the Inhabitants of the Earth!
Happy Are the Inhabitants of the Heavenly Jerusalem. There they that have wallowed in the Dust, shall walk on Gold: They that have been wrapped up in Darkness, and buried in Disgrace, shall wear Robes of Light and Crowns of Glory. Were all the glittering Stars of Heaven turned into glorious Suns, what glorious Robes of Light would their intermixed Beams weave for the Inhabitants of the Earth!
For were all these Suns in the highest Heavens, they would be at once eclipst and disappear, darkened with the All-transcending Brightness of the Glory of God. Sure we are, The Moon shall be confounded,
For were all these Suns in the highest Heavens, they would be At once eclipsed and disappear, darkened with the All-transcending Brightness of the Glory of God. Sure we Are, The Moon shall be confounded,
The Eternal City ( saith Augustine) is of incomparable Claritude, where there is Victory, where there is Verity, where there is Dignity, where there is Sanctity, where there is Life, where there is Eternity.
The Eternal city (Says Augustine) is of incomparable Claritude, where there is Victory, where there is Verity, where there is Dignity, where there is Sanctity, where there is Life, where there is Eternity.
Come, Christians, what say you to these glorious things above, now you experiment such perillous Times below? Here you are wandering in the Wildernesse; Do you not long to be possest of the Land of Promise? to see the Beauties, taste the Pleasures, and enjoy the Priviledges of the Coelestial Canaan, the supernal Jerusalem? Here you are tost on a troublesome Sea, should you not desire to arrive at the Haven of HAPPINESSE, to Land in GLORY? Here you sit by the Rivers of Babylon; should you not weep when you remember Zion? Even weep for sorrow that you are so long absent from it, which is the Place of your Triumph and Joy? Know you not that when once you are arriv'd at the City of the great King, your Waters of sorrow shall be all turn'd into the Wine of Joy? For the ransomed of the LORD shall return and come to Zion with Songs, and everlasting Joy upon their Heads: they shall obtaine Joy and Gladnesse, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away .
Come, Christians, what say you to these glorious things above, now you experiment such perilous Times below? Here you Are wandering in the Wilderness; Do you not long to be possessed of the Land of Promise? to see the Beauty's, taste the Pleasures, and enjoy the Privileges of the Celestial Canaan, the supernal Jerusalem? Here you Are tossed on a troublesome Sea, should you not desire to arrive At the Haven of HAPPINESS, to Land in GLORY? Here you fit by the rivers of Babylon; should you not weep when you Remember Zion? Even weep for sorrow that you Are so long absent from it, which is the Place of your Triumph and Joy? Know you not that when once you Are arrived At the city of the great King, your Waters of sorrow shall be all turned into the Wine of Joy? For the ransomed of the LORD shall return and come to Zion with Songs, and everlasting Joy upon their Heads: they shall obtain Joy and Gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.
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The•e shall you see those Turtle Doves, whose mourning voice you heard by the Waters of the Sanctuary, having their Wings cover'd with Silver, and their Feathers with yellow Gold, glassing their Eyes in the crystal Fountaines of Eternal Life.
The•e shall you see those Turtle Dove, whose mourning voice you herd by the Waters of the Sanctuary, having their Wings covered with Silver, and their Feathers with yellow Gold, glassing their Eyes in the crystal Fountains of Eternal Life.
Oh how should the Saints, who have been translated from the Region of Nature, into the Region of Grace, long to be translated (especially in stormy and tempestuous Times) from the Region of Grace into the Region of Glory.
O how should the Saints, who have been translated from the Region of Nature, into the Region of Grace, long to be translated (especially in stormy and tempestuous Times) from the Region of Grace into the Region of Glory.
True they must be uncloath'd of this Mortal Body, before they can enter into that Region of Light, to put on the Robes of Immortal Glory. For, To be taken up into the Clouds, to pass into the fulnesse of light, to break into the Abysses of Claritude,
True they must be Unclothed of this Mortal Body, before they can enter into that Region of Light, to put on the Robes of Immortal Glory. For, To be taken up into the Clouds, to pass into the fullness of Light, to break into the Abysses of Claritude,
But why should we not be wiling that God should cast down our Tabernacle of Clay, when we are assur'd he will raise us up a glorious Temple in the roome of it, a fit Mansion for an immortal soul ally'd to God, array'd with Glory?
But why should we not be wiling that God should cast down our Tabernacle of Clay, when we Are assured he will raise us up a glorious Temple in the room of it, a fit Mansion for an immortal soul allied to God, arrayed with Glory?
The Avenger of blood will pursue you, untill you have taken the City of Refuge. Who are these Enemies but your Sins, with those Troops of Miseries, which they lead up against you to destroy you? Who is the Avenger of blood,
The Avenger of blood will pursue you, until you have taken the city of Refuge. Who Are these Enemies but your Sins, with those Troops of Misery's, which they led up against you to destroy you? Who is the Avenger of blood,
but Satan, who seeks the Life of your souls to destroy it? Now what is this Sanctuary? What is this City of Refuge? 'Tis Heaven, the place of the Saints Rest and Peace, Joy and Glory. Ah Christians!
but Satan, who seeks the Life of your Souls to destroy it? Now what is this Sanctuary? What is this city of Refuge? It's Heaven, the place of the Saints Rest and Peace, Joy and Glory. Ah Christians!
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Why are your affections like ravenous Vultures ) seeking their Prey upon Earth, when (with the Royal Eagl• ) they should be mounting up to Heaven, to seek their Rest in Glory? Ah Christians!
Why Are your affections like ravenous Vultures) seeking their Prey upon Earth, when (with the Royal Eagl•) they should be mounting up to Heaven, to seek their Rest in Glory? Ah Christians!
What amiable Objects can you behold upon Earth, which make you so loth to be going hence, at least to long so little to leave this World, that you might live for ever in the Contemplation of the Glorious Beauties of Heaven? Surely it grieves your Hearts here to see Christ in his Blood, as he is daily crucifi'd afresh by the sinnes of men;
What amiable Objects can you behold upon Earth, which make you so loath to be going hence, At least to long so little to leave this World, that you might live for ever in the Contemplation of the Glorious Beauty's of Heaven? Surely it grieves your Hearts Here to see christ in his Blood, as he is daily Crucified afresh by the Sins of men;
but then oh how will it joy your soules to behold the King in his Beauty, Christ at his Fathers right hand in glory, where he shall sit till all his Foes are made his Footstoole .
but then o how will it joy your Souls to behold the King in his Beauty, christ At his Father's right hand in glory, where he shall fit till all his Foes Are made his Footstool.
but to be at Rest with Christ in Heaven? Why does it please the Lord, who by his powerful Providence and Government orders all things that come to pass in the World, to suffer these stormes and tempests to arise,
but to be At Rest with christ in Heaven? Why does it please the Lord, who by his powerful Providence and Government order all things that come to pass in the World, to suffer these storms and tempests to arise,
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And it's a considerable advantage that the people of God have by perillous Times, that thereby they are weaned from the world, made willing to be dissolv'd, and desirous to leave the Earth to live for ever in Heaven.
And it's a considerable advantage that the people of God have by perilous Times, that thereby they Are weaned from the world, made willing to be dissolved, and desirous to leave the Earth to live for ever in Heaven.
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Oh long and labour to get out of this Wilderness of Thornes, and to enter into that Flowry Paradise of everlasting Delights, which God hath prepared for his children, when this life is ended.
O long and labour to get out of this Wilderness of Thorns, and to enter into that Flowery Paradise of everlasting Delights, which God hath prepared for his children, when this life is ended.
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O long to see an end of these evil Dayes, that those glorious Dayes, whereof the Pious Father speaks, may at length begin, which never shall have an end.
O long to see an end of these evil Days, that those glorious Days, whereof the Pious Father speaks, may At length begin, which never shall have an end.
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Now (sayes he) indeed our Dayes are evil, but there are other Dayes that are good, Dayes whose light shall never be cut off by darknesse, Dayes that shall never be severed by the dark Curtaines of Night:
Now (Says he) indeed our Days Are evil, but there Are other Days that Are good, Days whose Light shall never be Cut off by darkness, Days that shall never be severed by the dark Curtains of Night:
These are oftimes days of Trouble and Torment, but those above are alwayes Dayes of Triumph and Joy. These are Dayes of Sin and Labour, of suffering and sorrow; but those are all holy Sabbaths of Rest, and sacred Festivals of Divine Delights. So the same Father stiles them, Delicious, Holy, Everlasting Sabbaths, Dayes of eternal Delight. So sayes the Apostle also;
These Are Oftimes days of Trouble and Torment, but those above Are always Days of Triumph and Joy. These Are Days of since and Labour, of suffering and sorrow; but those Are all holy Sabbaths of Rest, and sacred Festivals of Divine Delights. So the same Father stile them, Delicious, Holy, Everlasting Sabbaths, Days of Eternal Delight. So Says the Apostle also;
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Happy are you, Saints, if all the Waves of afflictions, and rolling Billows upon which you are tost in the troublesome Sea of this World, set you daily, hourely nearer to the faire Havens of everlasting Happinesse.
Happy Are you, Saints, if all the Waves of afflictions, and rolling Billows upon which you Are tossed in the troublesome Sea of this World, Set you daily, hourly nearer to the fair Havens of everlasting Happiness.
In vaine shall you long for Heaven, if you still live in sinne, which is but to walk in the way that leads to Hell. Unlesse the Image of God be renew'd upon your soules in the Beauties of holinesse,
In vain shall you long for Heaven, if you still live in sin, which is but to walk in the Way that leads to Hell. Unless the Image of God be renewed upon your Souls in the Beauty's of holiness,
Oh then, be daily crucifying your Corruptions, exercising your Graces, perfecting holinesse in the Feare of God, and so preparing your selves for heaven, that you may be meet to be partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in Light.
O then, be daily crucifying your Corruptions, exercising your Graces, perfecting holiness in the fear of God, and so preparing your selves for heaven, that you may be meet to be partakers of the Inheritance of the Saints in Light.
But then consider, What manner of Persons ought you to be in all holy Conversation and Godlinesse, that you may with comfort look for the coming of Christ,
But then Consider, What manner of Persons ought you to be in all holy Conversation and Godliness, that you may with Comfort look for the coming of christ,
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and with confidence hast to the Judgement day? Remember that the Grace of God, reveal'd in the Gospel, which brings salvation to you, teaches you that denying ungodlinesse and worldly Lusts, you should live soberly, righteously and godly in this present World;
and with confidence hast to the Judgement day? remember that the Grace of God, revealed in the Gospel, which brings salvation to you, Teaches you that denying ungodliness and worldly Lustiest, you should live soberly, righteously and godly in this present World;
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Let Prayer and Piety then be your daily Exercise, during Life, that though you live in perillous Times, you may finish your Daies in Peace. Be diligent in doing of good, and Abstaine from all appearance of Evil. And the very God of Peace sanctifie you wholly:
Let Prayer and Piety then be your daily Exercise, during Life, that though you live in perilous Times, you may finish your Days in Peace. Be diligent in doing of good, and Abstain from all appearance of Evil. And the very God of Peace sanctify you wholly:
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Dicuntur autem Novissima Tempora, Hebraico More, non quae circa Mundi finem proximè erunt; sed Posteriora quaeque suis Temporibus Novissima nominantur. Quanquam & tanto pejora futura sunt Tempora, quanto fini hujus Mundi & extremo Judicio fuerint proximioraPelicanus in locum..
Dicuntur autem Novissima Tempora, Hebraico More, non Quae circa Mundi finem proximè erunt; sed Posteriora quaeque suis Temporibus Novissima nominantur. Quanquam & tanto pejora futura sunt Tempora, quanto fini hujus Mundi & extremo Judicio fuerint proximioraPelicanus in locum..
Instruit amplissimam Malorum Congeriem, & quoddam Vitiorum Mare. Quae omnia fi de ullis Temporibus à Christo nato dici potuerunt, certè de nostro seculo multo aptissimè verissimé { que } dici posse velimus nolimus fateri debemus. Imò vereor nè omnia feculi nostri Mala, ab Apostolo hic non sint satis enumerata. Adeo ferrea haec aetas nostra omnes aetates malitiâ videtur superareAndreas Hyperius in 2 Tim. 3 1, 2, & c..
Instruct amplissimam Malorum Congeriem, & Quoddam Vitiorum Mare. Quae omnia Fi de ullis Temporibus à Christ nato dici potuerunt, certè de nostro seculo Much aptissimè verissimé { que } dici posse Velimus Nolimus fateri debemus. Imò Vereor nè omnia feculi Our Mala, ab Apostle hic non sint satis enumerata. Adeo Ferrea haec Aetas nostra omnes aetates malitiâ videtur superareAndreas Hyperius in 2 Tim. 3 1, 2, & c.
NONLATINALPHABET talis est qui se ita amat, ut reliquos prae se contemnat, in omnibus sui laudem quaerit. — Sic hypocritae in Religione seipsos quaerunt, h. e. Dignitatem, Laudem, Pompam & similia, quae nocens est, NONLATINALPHABET Aretius in loc..
Talis est qui se ita amat, ut Reliquos Prae se contemnat, in omnibus sui Laudem Query. — Sic Hypocrites in Religion seipsos quaerunt, h. e. Dignitatem, Laudem, Pompam & Similar, Quae Nocens est, Aretius in loc..
NONLATINALPHABET igitur sunt isti qui sibi vehementer placent, suisque Commodis impensè student: Jodoc. Vilich. in loc. Addo (ex Bullingero In locum) aliorum rebus vel neglectis, vel afflictis etiam.
igitur sunt Isti qui sibi Forcefully placent, suisque Commodis impensè student: Jodoc. Vilich. in loc. Addo (ex Bullingero In locum) Aliorum rebus vel neglectis, vel afflictis etiam.
3. NONLATINALPHABET Veritati opponitur: est ejus Excessus, NONLATINALPHABET quaedam NONLATINALPHABET. Hi praeterea fingunt honestas Causas ubi nullae sunt. Tales in Religione perniciosi sunt. Ad hos pertinent qui ob Flagitia pulsi, Nomine Evangelii exulare se fingunt, & de Persecutionibus suis ac constantia gloriantur sine RationeAret. in loc..
3. Veritati opponitur: est His Excessus, quaedam. Him praeterea fingunt Honestas Causas ubi Nullae sunt. Tales in Religion perniciosi sunt. Ad hos pertinent qui ob Flagitia pulsi, Nomine Evangelii exulare se fingunt, & de Persecutionibus suis ac constantia gloriantur sine RationeAret. in loc..
8. NONLATINALPHABET. ScelestiVetus Interpr., Impuri, i. e. quibus nullum jus est nec fasBeza in loc.. NONLATINALPHABET dicitur NONLATINALPHABET, quod tum de moribus, tum de dogmatibus Doctrinae potest intelligiAret. in loc..
8.. ScelestiVetus Interpret., Impurity, i. e. quibus nullum jus est nec fasBeza in loc.. dicitur, quod tum de moribus, tum de dogmatibus Doctrine potest intelligiAret. in loc..
9. NONLATINALPHABET est Affectus seu Amor Naturalis, qualis est Parentum erga Liberos. Hinc NONLATINALPHABET Nomen Patris apud Hebraeos fit ab NONLATINALPHABET Voluit. q. Benevolus dictus, a propensâ erga liberos VoluntateBuxt. et alii..
9. est Affectus seu Amor Naturalis, qualis est Parents Erga Liberos. Hinc Nome Patris apud Hebraeos fit ab Voluit. q. Benevolus dictus, a propensâ Erga Liberos VoluntateBuxt. et alii..
11. NONLATINALPHABET. CalumniatoresBeza.. Graecis Philosophis dicitur NONLATINALPHABET: quod cum Satan propriè possit & faciat, NONLATINALPHABET Graecis rectè dictus estAret. in loc..
11.. CalumniatoresBeza.. Graecis Philosophis dicitur: quod cum Satan propriè possit & Faciat, Graecis rectè dictus estAret. in loc..
12. NONLATINALPHABET. IncontinentesVetus. IntemperantesBeza.. Qui se audit, & sibi modum statuere potest, & Affectibus imperare, is dicitur NONLATINALPHABET. Hinc Socrates hanc Virtutem NONLATINALPHABET, esse judicavit. Sunt igitur NONLATINALPHABET soluti in omnem Voluptatem, proni in omnem IntemperantiamAret. in loc..
12.. IncontinentesVetus. IntemperantesBeza.. Qui se audit, & sibi modum statuere potest, & Affectibus Imperare, is dicitur. Hinc Socrates hanc Virtutem, esse judicavit. Sunt igitur Solutions in omnem Voluptatem, proni in omnem IntemperantiamAret. in loc..
14. NONLATINALPHABET. Minime amantes BonorumBeza.; Sine BenignitateVetus Interpr.; Non a mantes Bonos, per Meiosin, Osores BonorumCornel. à Lap.; Odio habentes BonaSyr. interp. Trem.. NONLATINALPHABET est Honestatis studiosus, boni & probi Ingenii homo. NONLATINALPHABET, qui non tam bonos & honestos, quam ipsam honestatem exosam habet & aversaturAret in loc..
14.. Minime amantes BonorumBeza.; Sine BenignitateVetus Interpret.; Non a mantes Bonos, per Meiosin, Osores BonorumCornel. à Lap.; Odio Habentes BonaSyr. Interpretation. Tremor. est Honestatis studiosus, boni & probi Ingeny homo., qui non tam bonos & honestos, quam ipsam honestatem exosam habet & aversaturAret in loc..
16. NONLATINALPHABET. ProterviVetus., PraecipitesBez. Syr.. NONLATINALPHABET dicitur temerarius, inconsideratus, sumpta Metaphora ab Avium pullis, qui implumes dum volare conantur, humi deciduntAretius..
16.. ProterviVetus., PraecipitesBez. Syr.. dicitur Rash, inconsideratus, sumpta Metaphor ab Avium pullis, qui implumes dum Volare conantur, humi deciduntAretius..
17. NONLATINALPHABET. TumidiVetus., InflatiBeza.. NONLATINALPHABET animi est Tumor & Arrogantia prae se alios contemnentis, dum homines amore & studio sui occupati suntAretius in locum.. NONLATINALPHABET non modo inflatum, sed in Genere dementatum & fanaticum significatVictorin. Strigel. in N.T..
17.. TumidiVetus., InflatiBeza.. animi est Tumor & Arrogance Prae se Alioth contemnentis, dum homines amore & study sui occupati suntAretius in locum.. non modo inflatum, sed in Genere dementatum & fanaticum significatVictorin. Strigel. in N.T.
19. NONLATINALPHABET. Habentes speciem quidem Pietatis, Virtutem autem ejus abnegantesVetus.. Vel habentes Formam Pietatis, sed qui Vim ejus abnegarintBeza.. Vel, quibus est species Reverentiae Dei, & a Virtute Dei longe disceduntSyr. Interp. Trem.. NONLATINALPHABET autem significat inane Pietatis simulacrumBez. in loc..
19.. Habentes Specimen quidem Pietatis, Virtutem autem His abnegantesVetus.. Vel Habentes Formam Pietatis, sed qui Vim His abnegarintBeza.. Vel, quibus est species Reverentiae Dei, & a Virtute Dei long disceduntSyr. Interpretation. Tremor. autem significat inane Pietatis simulacrumBez. in loc..
20. NONLATINALPHABET. Mali homines & seductoresVetus.; Vel, Improbi homines & ImpostoresBeza.. NONLATINALPHABET dictus significat aliquid amplius quam NONLATINALPHABET, nempe eum qui sit in omni scelere exercitatus, & ad injuriam cuivis inferendam totus comparatusBez. in Mat. 5.37.. NONLATINALPHABET est homo de industria malus, malignus, & ad male agendum exercitatusCornel. a Lap.. Diabolus per quandam Antonomasiam vocatur NONLATINALPHABET Drus. Obs. Sac. l. 13. c. 16.. NONLATINALPHABET Praestigiatorem, seu Prestigiis, Incantatione & Imposturis fallentem, apud VeteresPlatonem sc. Herodot. & Alios. Graecos, significat.
20.. Mali homines & seductoresVetus.; Vel, Improbi homines & ImpostoresBeza.. dictus significat Aliquid Amplius quam, nempe Eum qui sit in omni Scelere exercitatus, & ad Injuriam cuivis inferendam totus comparatusBez. in Mathew 5.37.. est homo de Industria malus, Malignus, & ad male agendum exercitatusCornel. a Lap.. Diabolus per quandam Antonomasiam vocatur Drus Obs. Sac. l. 13. c. 16.. Praestigiatorem, seu Prestigiis, Incantation & Imposturis fallentem, apud VeteresPlatonem sc. Herodotus. & Alioth. Greeks, significat.
NONLATINALPHABET Tunc cessabit amovebiturque Designatio RedundantiumJun. & Trem. vide Annot. in Locum.. Et recedet Luxus luxuriantiumBuxt,. Et recedet vel amovebitur Conv•vatio luxuriosorumR. Salom.. Et auferetur Factio las•ivientiumVulg. Lat.. NONLATINALPHABET LXXII. Interp.. NONLATINALPHABET Justin.. NONLATINALPHABET: Paraph. Chald. NONLATINALPHABET Et recedet Conv•vium Funeris extensorumAr. Mont. Et appro••nqua•• Luctus se extendentium LectisSant. Pagnin..
Tunc cessabit amovebiturque Designatio RedundantiumJun. & Tremor vide Annot in Locum.. Et recedet Luxus luxuriantiumBuxt,. Et recedet vel amovebitur Conv•vatio luxuriosorumR. Salom.. Et auferetur Factio las•ivientiumVulg. Lat.. LXXII. Interpretation.. Justin.: Paraph. Chald. Et recedet Conv•vium Funeris extensorumAr. Mont. Et appro••nqua•• Luctus se extendentium LectisSant. Pagnin..
Vent•r aestuans mero facile •esp•mat in LibidinemHieron. Et, Idem in Ep•st. ad Titum. In vino Luxuria est, ubicunq•e saturitas; & u•i E•rietas, ibi Libido dominatur.
Vent•r aestuans mero facile •esp•mat in LibidinemHieron. Et, Idem in Ep•st. ad Titum. In vino Luxuria est, ubicunq•e saturitas; & u•i E•rietas, There Libido dominatur.
O prodiga Rerum Luxuries, nunquam contenta paratu, Et quaesitorum Terra Pelagoque ciborum Ambitiosa Fames, & lautae Gloria MensaeLucan. l. 4. Pharsal.!
O Prodigal Rerum Luxuries, Never contenta paratu, Et quaesitorum Terra Pelagoque ciborum Ambitiosa Fames, & lautae Gloria MensaeLucan. l. 4. Pharsal.!
Tit. 1.12 NONLATINALPHABET, per Aphaeresin pro NONLATINALPHABET, Poet. pro NONLATINALPHABET, Gulosi, helluones, Ventri ad Insaniam usque indulgentes. Pas. Phavorin. Drus. Praeterit. in loc.
Tit. 1.12, per Aphaeresis Pro, Poet. Pro, Gulosi, Helluones, Ventri ad Insaniam usque indulgentes. Pas. Phavorinus. Drus Preterit. in loc.
Velamina, Ar. Mont. Bracteolae, quae Collaribus, Vittis ac Peplis muleribus addi solent; sic dictae (à NONLATINALPHABET tremere) quod semper tremulae appareant. Buxt.
Velamina, Ar. Mont. Bracteolae, Quae Collaribus, Vittis ac Peplis muleribus addi solent; sic dictae (à tremere) quod semper tremulae appareant. Buxt.
i. e. Domus Animae, seu Halitus: q. d. Breath-Boxes. Pagninus Pectoralia, Junius Bucculas vertit, exponitque superba illa Aulicarum Instrumenta quibus os suum contegunt velut pastomidibus; est enim os meatus animae sive anhelitus, cujus obex propterea Hebraeis Domus Animae appellatur.
i. e. Domus Spirits, seu Halitus: q. worser. Breath-Boxes. Pagninus Pectoralia, Junius Bucculas Vertit, exponitque superba illa Aulicarum Instrumenta quibus os suum contegunt velut pastomidibus; est enim os meatus Spirits sive anhelitus, cujus obex propterea Hebraeis Domus Spirits Appellatur.
Loculi, Aciaria. Pagn. & Ar. Mont. Crumenas vertunt, Junius vero Aciaria, sive (ut Graeci vocant) NONLATINALPHABET, quibus Acus & aciculae infigi aut includi solent.
Loculi, Aciaria. Page. & Ar. Mont. Crumenas vertunt, Junius vero Aciaria, sive (ut Greeks Vocant), quibus Accuse & aciculae infigi Or includi solent.
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Non enim providerunt Seculi illius Viri, ad quem Cultum tenderer insoliti Coetus pertinax Studium, aut quo se usque effusura esset L•gum victrix Audacia: quod si animi muliebris Apparatus intueri potuissent, quibus aliquid quotidie Novitatis sumptuosius adjectum est, in ipso intro•tu ru•nti Luxuriae obst•tissentVal. Max. l. 9. c..
Non enim providerunt Seculi Illius Viri, ad Whom Cultum tenderer insoliti Coetus Pertinax Studium, Or quo se usque effusura esset L•gum victrix Audacia: quod si animi muliebris Apparatus intueri potuissent, quibus Aliquid quotidie Novitatis sumptuosius adjectum est, in ipso intro•tu ru•nti Luxuriae obst•tissentVal. Max. l. 9. c.
Inter haec (de Pythagora refert Justinus) velut Genetricem Virtutum Frugalitatem omnibus ingerebat, consecutusque assiduitate disputationum erat, ut Matronae auratas Vestes, coeteraque Dignitatis suae ornamenta, velut instrumenta Luxuriae deponerent, preferens vera Ornamenta Matronarum Pudicitiam, non Vestes esseJustin. Hist. lib. 20.
Inter haec (the Pythagoras refert Justinus) velut Mother Virtues Frugalitatem omnibus ingerebat, consecutusque assiduitate disputationum erat, ut Matronae auratas Vestes, coeteraque Dignitatis suae Ornamenta, velut Instrumenta Luxuriae deponerent, preferens vera Ornamenta Matronarum Pudicitiam, non Vestes esseJustin. Hist. lib. 20.
Latro est, & Domum Dei convertit in speluncam Latronum, qui Lucra de Religione sectatur, cultusque ejus, non tam Cultus Dei, quam negotiationis occasio estHier. sup. M•t. l. 4..
Latro est, & Domum Dei Convertit in speluncam Robbers, qui Lucra de Religion sectatur, cultusque His, non tam Cultus Dei, quam negotiationis Occasion estHier. sup. M•t. l. 4..
Qui ad Ostentionem Sanctitatis praetendit, ut aliis quandoque praeesse desideret, ille non est Discipulus Christi, sed Pravitatis Sectator existit: qui non pro Deo sed Seculi hon•re studet portare Crucis laboremIsidor..
Qui ad Ostentionem Sanctitatis praetendit, ut Others quandoque Presse desideret, Isle non est Discipulus Christ, sed Pravitatis Sectator existit: qui non Pro God sed Seculi hon•re studet portare Crucis laboremIsidor..
Id quo minus fiat, occultis quidem artibus obsistit Satan. Unum tamen apertum obstaculum esse intelligo, quod praedae expositi sunt Ecclesiae Reditus. Malum sane intolerabile.
Id quo minus fiat, occultis quidem artibus obsistit Satan. Unum tamen apertum obstaculum esse intelligo, quod Praedae Exposition sunt Ecclesiae Reditus. Malum sane intolerabile.
Qui tametsi debita supplicia non exolvit, Dedecore tamen Filii mortuus Poenas rependit, quas vivus effugerat. Lento enim gradu ad Vindictam sui Divina procedit Ira, tarditatemque supplicii gravitate compensatVal. Max. l. 1. c. 1..
Qui Tametsi Debita supplicia non exolvit, Dedecore tamen Sons Mortuus Poenas rependit, quas Vivus effugerat. Lento enim Grade ad Vindictam sui Divine procedit Ira, tarditatemque Supplicii gravitate compensatVal. Max. l. 1. c. 1..
Illum Vindicem Sacrilegii, illum Ultorem Religionum: quod Orbis viribus expiari debuit, solum qui piacula exigeret extitisse dignum. Itaque Diis proximus habetur, per quem Deorum Majestas vindicata sitJustin. l. 8.
Ilum Vindicem Sacrilege, Ilum Ultorem Religions: quod Orbis viribus expiari Debt, solum qui piacula exigeret extitisse dignum. Itaque Dis Proximus habetur, per Whom Gods Majestas Vindicate sitJustin. l. 8.
Solii autem consulto meminit, quia non accusat vulgarios ficarios, vel fures, quorum infamia passim nota sit, sed contra Tyrannos invehitur, qui fallaci juris praetextu opprimebant Ecclesiam. Perstringit igitur Propheta improbos Judices, qui per omne Oppressionum genus grassando, simulabant tamen se tenere rectum Officii cursum. Sic enim perfidi Judices, ut possessionem honesti & speciosi Tituli retineant, varios colores accersunt ad tegenda suae Tyrannidis flagitiaCalvin in loc..
Solii autem consulto Meminit, quia non accusat vulgarios ficarios, vel fures, quorum infamia passim nota sit, sed contra Tyrannos invehitur, qui fallaci Juris praetextu opprimebant Church. Perstringit igitur Propheta Improbos Judges, qui per omne Oppressionum genus grassando, simulabant tamen se tenere rectum Officii Cursum. Sic enim perfidi Judges, ut possessionem honesti & speciosi Titles retineant, varios colores accersunt ad tegenda suae Tyranny flagitiaCalvin in loc..
Triste quidem, ac etiam •urpe Exemplum fuit, in legitimo conventu ita regnare improbos, & Collegium Judicum nihil aliud esset quam latronum Turba. Nam hoc bis indignum est, ubi oppressi fuerint innoxii homines, simul cum injuria probrum sustinere. Deinde quid minus consentaneum, quam ut tota forensis ratio nihil aliud fit quam scelesta Conspiratio ad insontes damnandosCalvin in Psal. 94.21?
Triste quidem, ac etiam •urpe Exemplum fuit, in legitimo conventu ita Reign Improbos, & Collegium Judicum nihil Aliud esset quam Robbers Turba. Nam hoc bis indignum est, ubi oppressi fuerint innoxii homines, simul cum injuria probrum Sustain. Deinde quid minus Consentaneum, quam ut tota forensis ratio nihil Aliud fit quam scelesta Conspiratio ad insontes damnandosCalvin in Psalm 94.21?
Gravis & noxia Tentatio, ubi non modo tacite cum Deo litigamus, quod res in ordinem non componat, sed etiam habenas nobis laxamus ad peccandi audaciam, dum nobis videmur id impune facturiCalvin in Initium, Psal. 73..
Gravis & Noxia Tentatio, ubi non modo tacit cum God litigamus, quod Rest in ordinem non componat, sed etiam habenas nobis laxamus ad Peccandi audaciam, dum nobis videmur id impune facturiCalvin in Initium, Psalm 73..
Multi haeretici cum Paganis alios & alios Deos ipsi sibi finxerunt, alios & alios Deos sibi ipsi fecerunt, & eos etiamsi non in Templis, tamen, quod est pejus, in suo corde posuerunt, & falsorum ridendorumque simulacrorum Templa ipsi facti suntAug. in Enarrat, Psal. 80..
Multi haeretici cum Paganis Alioth & Alioth Gods ipsi sibi finxerunt, Alioth & Alioth Gods sibi ipsi fecerunt, & eos Even if non in Templis, tamen, quod est Worse, in Sue cord posuerunt, & falsorum ridendorumque simulacrorum Templa ipsi facti suntAug. in Enarrat, Psalm 80..
Haeresis docta est mentiri, non Lingua tantum sed Vita: si Fidem interrogas, nihil Christianius; si Conversationem, nihil irreprehensibilius: & quae loquitur, Factis probatBern. Ser. 65. in Cant..
Heresy docta est mentiri, non Lingua Tantum sed Vita: si Fidem interrogas, nihil Christian; si Conversationem, nihil irreprehensibilius: & Quae loquitur, Factis probatBern. Ser. 65. in Cant.
NONLATINALPHABET. Et per dulces Sermones & Benedictiones seducunt corda innocentiumVet. Interp.. Et per Blandiloquentiam & Assentationem corda hominum minime malorum seducuntBeza..
. Et per dulces Sermons & Benedictiones seducunt Corda innocentiumVet. Interpretation.. Et per Blandiloquentiam & Assentationem Corda hominum minime malorum seducuntBeza..
Heretici, cum ipsam Divinae Scripturae Veritatem, quae ubique disfusa Christi Ecclesia commendatur, criminari & obscurare non possunt, homines, per quos praedicatur, adducunt in odium, de quibus & fingere quicquid in mentem venerit, possuntAug. Ep. 137. ad Hipponen..
Heretici, cum ipsam Divinae Scriptures Veritatem, Quae ubique disfusa Christ Ecclesia commendatur, criminari & obscurare non possunt, homines, per quos praedicatur, adducunt in odium, de quibus & fingere quicquid in mentem venerit, possuntAug. Epistle 137. and Hipponen..
Ad nos saepe studio magis contradicendi, quam vera discendi veniunt, & clamosis vocibus personantes malunt sua impudenter ingerere, quam nostra patienter audi•eCyp. contra Demet..
Ad nos saepe study magis contradicendi, quam vera discendi veniunt, & clamosis vocibus personantes Malunt sua impudenter ingerere, quam nostra Patienter audi•eCyp. contra Demet.
Num consultum est Conscientiis & saluti publicae, plures quam unam, in bene constituta Republica, admittere ReligionemD. Baldwin. de Cas. Conse. l. 2. c. 6. cas. 3.?
Num consultum est Conscientiis & Saluti publicae, plures quam unam, in bene Constituted Republic, admittere ReligionemD. Baldwin. de Case. Cones. l. 2. c. 6. case. 3.?
Idcirco apud omnes in confesso est, Magistratum illum graviter peccare in DEUM & subditos, qui Religiones varias, quas praecavere potuisset, in Republica voluntarie admittit, recipit, fovet, aut absque ulla necessitate retinet. Is enim nihil aliud facit, quam quod confusam Dei ignorantiam & Opinionem (quamLib. 19. de Legibus. Plato summam omnium rerum publica•um Pestem appellavit) introducit, siquidem omnis humanae Societatis Fundamentum convellit, qui Religioni est noxius. Qua propterLib. 2. de Eunomia. Tholosanus censuit, Magistratum, si adventitias Religiones admiserit, tanquam Rei publicae eversorem & clancularium Patriae Proditorem, privandum esse Authoritate & Dignitate gubernandi non tantum, sed & si Rex fuerit, Regno ac Ditionibus suis; quae in praedam & Possessionem eorum veniant qui eas illa lue liberaverint, id { que } per novam constitutionem Friderici Imperatoris fieri adserit.
Idcirco apud omnes in Confesso est, Magistratum Ilum Graviter Peccare in GOD & Subject, qui Religiones Various, quas praecavere potuisset, in Republic voluntary admittit, recipit, fovet, Or absque ulla necessitate retinet. Is enim nihil Aliud facit, quam quod confusam Dei ignorantiam & Opinionem (quamLib. 19. de Legibus. Plato summam omnium rerum publica•um Pestem appellavit) introducit, siquidem omnis humanae Societatis Fundamentum convellit, qui Religion est noxius. Qua propterLib. 2. de Eunomia. Tholosanus censuit, Magistratum, si adventitias Religiones admiserit, tanquam Rei publicae eversorem & clancularium Patriae Proditorem, privandum esse Authoritate & Dignitate gubernandi non Tantum, sed & si Rex fuerit, Regno ac Ditionibus suis; Quae in Praedam & Possessionem Their veniant qui eas illa lue liberaverint, id { que } per novam constitutionem Friderici Imperatoris fieri adserit.
Nostine igitur, quod omne quod est; tam diu manere atqu• subsistere, quam diu sit unum: sed interire atque dissolvi pariter, quando unum esse desieritBo•t. de Consol. l. 4?
Nostine igitur, quod omne quod est; tam Diu manner atqu• subsistere, quam Diu sit Unum: sed interire atque Dissolvi pariter, quando Unum esse desieritBo•t. de Consol. l. 4?
Nomen PACIS dulce est, & ipsa res salutaris. PAX est tranquilla libertas. Nam nec privatos focos, nec publicas Leges, nec Libertatis Jura chata habere potest, quem Discordia, quem caedes Civium, quem Bellum civile delectat: eumque ex numero hominum ejiciendum, ex finibus humanae Naturae exterminandum putoCic. in Philip..
Nome PACIS dulce est, & ipsa Rest Salutaris. PAX est Tranquilla Libertas. Nam nec privatos focos, nec publicas Leges, nec Libertatis Jura Cata habere potest, Whom Discordia, Whom caedes Citizens, Whom Bellum civil delectat: eumque ex numero hominum ejiciendum, ex finibus humanae Naturae exterminandum putoCic. in Philip..
Induci in Nubes, penetrare in plenitudinem Luminis, irrumpere claritatis Abyssos, & lucem habitare inaccessibilem, nec temporis est hujus nec corporis *.
Induce in Clouds, penetrare in plenitudinem Luminis, irrumpere claritatis Abyssos, & lucem habitare inaccessibilem, nec Temporis est hujus nec corporis *.
