A sermon preached on Sunday the XXVI of July, 1685. Being the day appointed for solemn thanksgiving to almighty God, for his Majesties late victory over the rebels. / Preached at Wakefield by Obadiah Lee, M.A. and vicar there.

Lee, Obadiah, 1636 or 7-1700
Publisher: Printed for and sold by Elizabeth Richardson bookseller in Wakefield
Place of Publication: Wakefield
Publication Year: 1685
Approximate Era: JamesII
TCP ID: B04311 ESTC ID: R222844 STC ID: L885B
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Samuel, 2nd, XVIII, 28 -- 17th century; Monmouth's Rebellion, 1685; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON. 2 Sam. 18.28. The latter part of the verse. A SERMON. 2 Sam. 18.28. The latter part of the verse. dt n1. crd np1 crd. dt d n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 Blessed be the Lord thy God, which hath delivered up the men that lift up their hand against my Lord the King. The whole verse runs thus. Blessed be the Lord thy God, which hath Delivered up the men that lift up their hand against my Lord the King. The Whole verse runs thus. vvn vbb dt n1 po21 n1, r-crq vhz vvn a-acp dt n2 cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp po11 n1 dt n1. dt j-jn n1 vvz av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
2 And Ahimaaz called, and said, unto the King, all is well, and he fell down to the Earth upon his face before the King, And Ahimaaz called, and said, unto the King, all is well, and he fell down to the Earth upon his face before the King, cc vhz vvn, cc vvd, p-acp dt n1, d vbz av, cc pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
3 and said, blessed be the Lord thy God, which hath delivered up the Men that lift up their hand against my Lord the King. and said, blessed be the Lord thy God, which hath Delivered up the Men that lift up their hand against my Lord the King. cc vvd, j-vvn vbb dt n1 po21 n1, r-crq vhz vvn a-acp dt n2 cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp po11 n1 dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
4 THis day being set apart not only as a weekly Sabbath, Commemorating these Spiritual mercies which we receive by the Victorious, THis day being Set apart not only as a weekly Sabbath, Commemorating these Spiritual Mercies which we receive by the Victorious, d n1 vbg vvn av xx av-j c-acp dt j n1, n-vvg d j n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
5 and Triumphant Resurrection of the Lord of Life and Glory, over our spiritual Enemies, Sin, Death and Hell: and Triumphant Resurrection of the Lord of Life and Glory, over our spiritual Enemies, since, Death and Hell: cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp po12 j n2, n1, n1 cc n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
6 but also by His Majesties Royal Proclamation, as a day of special Thanksgiving to God, for his happy Victory over his and our Enemies; but also by His Majesties Royal Proclamation, as a day of special Thanksgiving to God, for his happy Victory over his and our Enemies; cc-acp av p-acp po31 ng1 j n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp po31 cc po12 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
7 whom no former pardon could ingage, nor acts of grace mollifie to a due discharge of their duty: whom not former pardon could engage, nor acts of grace mollify to a due discharge of their duty: r-crq xx j n1 vmd vvi, ccx n2 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
8 I thought this History, this particular part of it now read to you, would not be unsuitable to the occasion, I Thought this History, this particular part of it now read to you, would not be unsuitable to the occasion, pns11 vvd d n1, d j n1 pp-f pn31 av vvn p-acp pn22, vmd xx vbi j p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
9 and accordingly made choice of it. The Wise man tells us Eccl. 1.9. There is no new thing under the Sun, and ver. 10. Is there any thing whereof it may be said, See, this is new? It hath been of old time which was before us. and accordingly made choice of it. The Wise man tells us Ecclesiastes 1.9. There is no new thing under the Sun, and for. 10. Is there any thing whereof it may be said, See, this is new? It hath been of old time which was before us. cc av-vvg vvn n1 pp-f pn31. dt j n1 vvz pno12 np1 crd. pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp. crd vbz a-acp d n1 c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vvn, vvb, d vbz j? pn31 vhz vbn pp-f j n1 r-crq vbds p-acp pno12. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
10 Accordingly we have Absalom and Achitophel after some revolution of Ages once more upon the stage, in these last and therefore worst of times; Accordingly we have Absalom and Ahithophel After Some revolution of Ages once more upon the stage, in these last and Therefore worst of times; av-vvg pns12 vhb np1 cc np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 a-acp av-dc p-acp dt n1, p-acp d ord cc av js pp-f n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
11 pursuing the same methods of destruction under the same pretences; pursuing the same methods of destruction under the same pretences; vvg dt d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt d n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
12 and though Israels politick Achitophel did long since wisely dispose of himself to the Halter, to save the Hangman a labour, and though Israel's politic Ahithophel did long since wisely dispose of himself to the Halter, to save the Hangman a labour, cc cs npg1 j np1 vdd av-j c-acp av-j vvi pp-f px31 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
13 and their Rebellious Absalom was caught up between earth and heaven, as unworthy of either; and their Rebellious Absalom was caught up between earth and heaven, as unworthy of either; cc po32 j np1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp j pp-f d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
14 the senseless Oak becoming a just avenger on him, whom its likely the doting fathers indulgence would have spared; the senseless Oak becoming a just avenger on him, whom its likely the doting Father's indulgence would have spared; dt j n1 vvg dt j n1 p-acp pno31, ro-crq po31 j dt j-vvg ng1 n1 vmd vhi vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
15 yet severest instances of heavens wrath will not discourage those Ambitious spirits, who have a glistering Crown, yet Severest instances of heavens wrath will not discourage those Ambitious spirits, who have a glistering Crown, av js n2 pp-f ng1 n1 vmb xx vvi d j n2, r-crq vhb dt j-vvg n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
16 and an advanced Throne in their prospect. and an advanced Throne in their prospect. cc dt j-vvn n1 p-acp po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
17 But blessed be God our Achitophels projects failing, he dies of the sullens in a Foreign Nation, But blessed be God our Achitophels projects failing, he die of the sullens in a Foreign nation, cc-acp vvn vbb np1 po12 npg1 n2 vvg, pns31 vvz pp-f dt n2-j p-acp dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
18 and our Absaloms Rebellious rout is defeated and himself become a prey to Justice; and our Absaloms Rebellious rout is defeated and himself become a prey to justice; cc po12 npg1 j n1 vbz vvn cc px31 vvn dt n1 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
19 good news this and who fitter to have the first Tidings of it then Israels King. good news this and who fitter to have the First Tidings of it then Israel's King. j n1 d cc q-crq n1 pc-acp vhi dt ord n2 pp-f pn31 av npg1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
20 Loyal and couragious Ahimaaz offers himself to Joab the General to be the first messenger of such happy Tidings, Loyal and courageous Ahimaaz offers himself to Joab the General to be the First Messenger of such happy Tidings, j cc j vhz vvz px31 p-acp np1 dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt ord n1 pp-f d j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
21 and we have him delivering his message to the King, in the words of my Text, blessed be the Lord thy God, which hath delivered up the men that lift up their hand against my Lord the King. and we have him delivering his message to the King, in the words of my Text, blessed be the Lord thy God, which hath Delivered up the men that lift up their hand against my Lord the King. cc pns12 vhb pno31 vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, vvn vbb dt n1 po21 n1, r-crq vhz vvn a-acp dt n2 cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp po11 n1 dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
22 Thus you see my text is the first Tidings brought to King David, of the total defeat of the Forces of Rebellious Absalom; delivered in the pious strain of Thanksgiving and Praises to King Davids God, blessed be the Lord thy God, &c. That I may the more clearly proceed in the handling of the text, it will be not unuseful, to give you an account of the occasion, in order whereunto we must know that Absalom the main subject of the story, was blest with that high Prerogative of being the King of Israel 's Son; Thus you see my text is the First Tidings brought to King David, of the total defeat of the Forces of Rebellious Absalom; Delivered in the pious strain of Thanksgiving and Praises to King Davids God, blessed be the Lord thy God, etc. That I may the more clearly proceed in the handling of the text, it will be not unuseful, to give you an account of the occasion, in order whereunto we must know that Absalom the main Subject of the story, was blessed with that high Prerogative of being the King of Israel is Son; av pn22 vvb po11 n1 vbz dt ord n2 vvn p-acp n1 np1, pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j np1; vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n2 p-acp n1 npg1 np1, vvn vbb dt n1 po21 n1, av cst pns11 vmb dt av-dc av-j vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi xx j, pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 c-crq pns12 vmb vvi d np1 dt j n-jn pp-f dt n1, vbds vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f vbg dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
23 one whom God had indowed with the most exquisite accomplishments of nature; of goodly personage and surprizing beauty and comeliness: one whom God had endowed with the most exquisite accomplishments of nature; of goodly personage and surprising beauty and comeliness: pi r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1; pp-f j n1 cc j-vvg n1 cc n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
24 the more remarkable, because natures workmanship in none so exactly delineated in Scripture as this of Absalom, as if God had in him given an exemplar of perfect beauty, chap. 14.25. We read that in all Israel there was none so much to be praised as Absalom for his beauty, from the sole of his foot even to the crown of his head, there was no blemish in him. the more remarkable, Because nature's workmanship in none so exactly delineated in Scripture as this of Absalom, as if God had in him given an exemplar of perfect beauty, chap. 14.25. We read that in all Israel there was none so much to be praised as Absalom for his beauty, from the sole of his foot even to the crown of his head, there was no blemish in him. dt av-dc j, c-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pix av av-j vvn p-acp n1 c-acp d pp-f np1, c-acp cs np1 vhd p-acp pno31 vvn dt n1 pp-f j n1, n1 crd. pns12 vvb cst p-acp d np1 a-acp vbds pix av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
25 And no wonder that so goodly a presence, a person endowed with such advantages attracts the eyes and affections of all beholders. And no wonder that so goodly a presence, a person endowed with such advantages attracts the eyes and affections of all beholders. cc dx n1 cst av j dt n1, dt n1 vvn p-acp d n2 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
26 No sooner does he appear in Israels famous Metropolis, but all the news and discourse was of the beauty and perfection of the young Absalom. No sooner does he appear in Israel's famous Metropolis, but all the news and discourse was of the beauty and perfection of the young Absalom. av-dx av-c vdz pns31 vvi p-acp npg1 j n1, cc-acp d dt n1 cc n1 vbds pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
27 For the endowments of his soul, he knew how to resent an injury; hide his resentment with shows of kindness, and take the surest and most opportune revenge. For the endowments of his soul, he knew how to resent an injury; hide his resentment with shows of kindness, and take the Surest and most opportune revenge. p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvd c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1; vvb po31 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb dt js cc av-ds j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
28 Witness his behaviour towards his brother Amnon for the Rape of the beautiful Thamar, so that he was a person of most profound dissimulation. Witness his behaviour towards his brother Amnon for the Rape of the beautiful Tamar, so that he was a person of most profound dissimulation. n1 po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1, av cst pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f ds j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
29 And as he was thus cunningly Revengeful, so of an haughty Ambitious spirit; And as he was thus cunningly Revengeful, so of an haughty Ambitious Spirit; cc c-acp pns31 vbds av av-jn j, av pp-f dt j j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
30 as he was the Son of a King, so ambitious to be one, for no sooner had he obtained the King his Fathers pardon for his Brothers Murder, and regained His Majesties favour; as he was the Son of a King, so ambitious to be one, for no sooner had he obtained the King his Father's pardon for his Brother's Murder, and Regained His Majesties favour; c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av j pc-acp vbi pi, c-acp av-dx av-c vhd pns31 vvn dt n1 po31 ng1 n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc vvd po31 ng1 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
31 but he appears in the splendor and state of heir apparent to Israels crown. Beauty and greatness made him proud; but he appears in the splendour and state of heir apparent to Israel's crown. Beauty and greatness made him proud; cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp npg1 vvi. n1 cc n1 vvd pno31 j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
32 and great spirits will not rest contented with moderate prosperity; and great spirits will not rest contented with moderate Prosperity; cc j n2 vmb xx n1 vvn p-acp j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
33 and therefore because outward Pomp and unwonted shews of Magnificence affect the light minds of the vulgar, Absalom to the height of his birth, and Therefore Because outward Pomp and unwonted shows of Magnificence affect the Light minds of the Vulgar, Absalom to the height of his birth, cc av c-acp j n1 cc j vvz pp-f n1 vvb dt j n2 pp-f dt j, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
34 and the incomparable comeliness of his person, adds the unusual state of a more than Princely Equipage, chap. 15.1. He prepares him Chariots, and Horsemen, and fifty men to run before him. and the incomparable comeliness of his person, adds the unusual state of a more than Princely Equipage, chap. 15.1. He prepares him Chariots, and Horsemen, and fifty men to run before him. cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt av-dc cs j n1, n1 crd. pns31 vvz pno31 n2, cc n2, cc crd n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
35 And now his Chariots rattle, and his pampered Horses praunce it proudly through Jerusalems streets, with his fifty Footmen in goodly Liveries, running before their glistering Master; And now his Chariots rattle, and his pampered Horses prance it proudly through Jerusalems streets, with his fifty Footmen in goodly Liveries, running before their glistering Master; cc av po31 n2 vvi, cc po31 j-vvn n2 vvb pn31 av-j p-acp npg1 n2, p-acp po31 crd n2 p-acp j n2, vvg p-acp po32 j-vvg n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
36 the City rings of the glory of their Prince, and are ready to adore these continual triumphs of peace; the city rings of the glory of their Prince, and Are ready to adore these continual Triumphos of peace; dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc vbr j pc-acp vvi d j n2 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
37 and though excess and novelty of expensive bravery in publick persons give just cause to suspect either vanity or a Plot, and though excess and novelty of expensive bravery in public Persons give just cause to suspect either vanity or a Plot, cc cs n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp j n2 vvb j n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
38 yet true hearted David misdoubts no such matter; yet true hearted David misdoubts no such matter; av j j-vvn np1 vvz dx d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
39 construes all as meant to the honour of a Fathers Court or the expressions of joy and thankfulness for a late reconcilement. This gives advantage. construes all as meant to the honour of a Father's Court or the expressions of joy and thankfulness for a late reconcilement. This gives advantage. vvz d a-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1. np1 vvz n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
40 First to flatter, and thereby gain the mobile to his designs, he rises early, stands in the gate, First to flatter, and thereby gain the mobile to his designs, he rises early, Stands in the gate, ord pc-acp vvi, cc av vvi dt j p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvz av-j, vvz p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
41 and with prodigious humility in mascarade, he courts the Communalty; seems to pity the want of a free course of justice; and with prodigious humility in mascarade, he Courts the Communality; seems to pity the want of a free course of Justice; cc p-acp j n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz dt n1; vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
42 in which was he (good Man) concern'd, none should have cause to complain. in which was he (good Man) concerned, none should have cause to complain. p-acp r-crq vbds pns31 (j n1) vvd, pix vmd vhi n1 pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
43 See says he thy matters are good, but alas none is deputed of the King to hear thee. See Says he thy matters Are good, but alas none is deputed of the King to hear thee. n1 vvz pns31 po21 n2 vbr j, cc-acp uh pi vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
44 Knowing that no musick is more sweet to the Ears of the unstable multitude, than to hear well of themselves, ill of their Governours. Knowing that no music is more sweet to the Ears of the unstable multitude, than to hear well of themselves, ill of their Governors. vvg cst dx n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, cs pc-acp vvi av pp-f px32, n-jn pp-f po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
45 And now every one speaks of his praise; And now every one speaks of his praise; cc av d pi vvz pp-f po31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
46 crying out, oh brave Prince Absalom! the World hath not so compleat a Prince as Absalom. Thus are the unwary, unthinking subjects hearts stoln by the close Traytor from their lawful Sovereign; crying out, o brave Prince Absalom! the World hath not so complete a Prince as Absalom. Thus Are the unwary, unthinking subject's hearts stolen by the close Traitor from their lawful Sovereign; vvg av, uh j n1 np1! dt n1 vhz xx av j dt n1 p-acp np1. av vbr dt j-u, vvg n2-jn n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po32 j n-jn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
47 but certainly as no natural face has so clear a white and red as the painted, but Certainly as no natural face has so clear a white and read as the painted, cc-acp av-j c-acp dx j n1 vhz av j dt j-jn cc j-jn c-acp dt j-vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
48 so such over fair shows are a just argument of unsoundness. so such over fair shows Are a just argument of unsoundness. av d p-acp j n2 vbr dt j n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
49 However having by these Arts scrued himself into the affections of the people, the next advance must be a Cloak of Religion to perfect the treachery of an ungracious Son, that carries Peace in his Name, War in his Heart; However having by these Arts screwed himself into the affections of the people, the next advance must be a Cloak of Religion to perfect the treachery of an ungracious Son, that carries Peace in his Name, War in his Heart; c-acp vhg p-acp d n2 vvn px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt ord vvb vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 p-acp po31 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
50 and therefore because the more deformed any action is, the fairer vizor must be put upon it: and Therefore Because the more deformed any actium is, the Fairer vizor must be put upon it: cc av c-acp dt av-dc j-vvn d n1 vbz, dt jc n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31: (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
51 Absalom forsooth must go to Hebron there to pay his Vows to the most High, which he uttered when he was in trouble. Absalom forsooth must go to Hebron there to pay his Vows to the most High, which he uttered when he was in trouble. np1 uh vmb vvi p-acp np1 a-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt av-ds j, r-crq pns31 vvd c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
52 How glad is the good Old King at the News hereof, that he hath a Son so goodly, and withal so pious; How glad is the good Old King At the News hereof, that he hath a Son so goodly, and withal so pious; q-crq j vbz dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1 av, cst pns31 vhz dt n1 av j, cc av av j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
53 whom he dismisses loaden with a Fathers blessing, but what trust is there in flesh and blood, whom he dismisses loaded with a Father's blessing, but what trust is there in Flesh and blood, ro-crq pns31 vvz vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
54 when David is not safe from his own Loyns? when David is not safe from his own Loins? c-crq np1 vbz xx j p-acp po31 d n2? (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
55 Armed Troops willingly offer themselves to make up the train of this darling Prince, and now he wants nothing but the Oracle of his age, politick Achitophel to form the design, him he gains; Armed Troops willingly offer themselves to make up the train of this darling Prince, and now he Wants nothing but the Oracle of his age, politic Ahithophel to from the Design, him he gains; j-vvn n2 av-j vvi px32 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1, cc av pns31 vvz pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, j np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, pno31 pns31 vvz; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
56 who advises him first to ascend his Fathers Bed to prevent a future reconcilement, and then to pursue his flying Fathers person; who advises him First to ascend his Father's Bed to prevent a future reconcilement, and then to pursue his flying Father's person; r-crq vvz pno31 ord pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, cc av pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvg ng1 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
57 yet David is not so deserted of God or Man, but gathers an Army of Loyal Subjects, yet David is not so deserted of God or Man, but gathers an Army of Loyal Subject's, av np1 vbz xx av vvn pp-f np1 cc n1, cc-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f j n2-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
58 though far inferiour to that of Rebellious Absalom, which Army he first Musters and then dismisses, though Far inferior to that of Rebellious Absalom, which Army he First Musters and then dismisses, c-acp av-j j-jn p-acp d pp-f j np1, r-crq n1 pns31 ord n2 cc av vvz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
59 while himself retires to Mehanaim to see the event of this fatal battel. while himself retires to Mehanaim to see the event of this fatal battle. cs px31 vvz p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
60 Well the battel is joyned, and the Lord of Hosts with whom it is all one to save with many or with few, takes part with justice, Well the battle is joined, and the Lord of Hosts with whom it is all one to save with many or with few, Takes part with Justice, np1 dt n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz d pi pc-acp vvi p-acp d cc p-acp d, vvz n1 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
61 and lets rebellious Israel feel what it is to bear Arms for a Trayterous Usurper, the news of which we have in the Text. Thus I have given you as short account as I could of the occasion of the text, it was rebellious Israels defeat, and lets rebellious Israel feel what it is to bear Arms for a Traitorous Usurper, the news of which we have in the Text. Thus I have given you as short account as I could of the occasion of the text, it was rebellious Israel's defeat, cc vvb|pno12 j np1 vvb r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp dt np1 av pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp j n1 c-acp pns11 vmd pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbds j npg1 vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
62 and usurping Absaloms death that gave Life to these words. and usurping Absaloms death that gave Life to these words. cc j-vvg npg1 n1 cst vvd n1 p-acp d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
63 I was going to draw the parallel sutable to this days joy, but I suppose none that have heard the History can be to seek to draw the parallel. I was going to draw the parallel suitable to this days joy, but I suppose none that have herd the History can be to seek to draw the parallel. pns11 vbds vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 j p-acp d n2 n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb pi cst vhb vvn dt n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
64 Had not we also an Absalom, our late Kings Son (though Illegitimate) one indowed with perfection of Body and Mind, only with Absalom wanting Grace and Loyalty? Was he not as high in the King his Fathers favour as ever Absalom was in Davids? yet Royal favours work nothing upon a disloyal Heart, Had not we also an Absalom, our late Kings Son (though Illegitimate) one endowed with perfection of Body and Mind, only with Absalom wanting Grace and Loyalty? Was he not as high in the King his Father's favour as ever Absalom was in Davids? yet Royal favours work nothing upon a disloyal Heart, vhd xx pns12 av dt np1, po12 j ng1 n1 (cs j) pi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, av-j p-acp np1 vvg n1 cc n1? vbds pns31 xx p-acp j p-acp dt n1 po31 ng1 n1 c-acp av np1 vbds p-acp np1? av j n2 vvb pix p-acp dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
65 for though he was as great and high as Riches and Honour could make him, or a Subject in his circumstances could expect: for though he was as great and high as Riches and Honour could make him, or a Subject in his Circumstances could expect: c-acp cs pns31 vbds a-acp j cc j c-acp n2 cc n1 vmd vvi pno31, cc dt j-jn p-acp po31 n2 vmd vvi: (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
66 yet filius ante diem patrios inquirit in annos, he searches his Fathers Register, and finding him not old enough yet to dye, he seeks by an untimely death to cut off his too indulgent Father, yet filius ante diem Patriots inquirit in annos, he Searches his Father's Register, and finding him not old enough yet to die, he seeks by an untimely death to Cut off his too indulgent Father, av fw-la fw-la fw-la n2 n1 p-acp fw-la, pns31 vvz po31 ng1 n1, cc vvg pno31 xx j av-d av pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 av j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
67 and kind Uncle, that he also might usurp the Throne. and kind Uncle, that he also might usurp the Throne. cc j n1, cst pns31 av vmd vvi dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
68 And did not he use the same methods, and tread in the same paths that Absalom did of old? having rendered himself conspicuous by a more than common Valour and Conduct in foreign Wars, he advances in honour and esteem, And did not he use the same methods, and tread in the same paths that Absalom did of old? having rendered himself conspicuous by a more than Common Valour and Conduct in foreign Wars, he advances in honour and esteem, cc vdd xx pns31 vvi dt d n2, cc vvi p-acp dt d n2 cst np1 vdd pp-f n1? vhg vvn px31 j p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1 cc vvb p-acp j n2, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
69 and by his Princely train, especially into the West, which it seems he design'd for a more bloody Stage; and by his Princely train, especially into the West, which it seems he designed for a more bloody Stage; cc p-acp po31 j n1, av-j p-acp dt n1, r-crq pn31 vvz pns31 vvd p-acp dt av-dc j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
70 and prodigious flattery in self-disregarding familiarity, with those of meaner quality he gained their affections and stole their hearts. and prodigious flattery in self-disregarding familiarity, with those of meaner quality he gained their affections and stole their hearts. cc j n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp d pp-f jc n1 pns31 vvd po32 n2 cc vvd po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
71 And now all mens mouths are filled with the praises of this young Prince, he is become at once the darling both of King and Subject. And now all men's mouths Are filled with the praises of this young Prince, he is become At once the darling both of King and Subject. cc av d ng2 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp a-acp dt j-jn av-d pp-f n1 cc j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
72 Munmouth 's Health is drunk his Praises sung in every place; but amidst the praises of the admiring vulgar black thoughts possess the disloyal heart. Munmouth is Health is drunk his Praises sung in every place; but amid the praises of the admiring Vulgar black thoughts possess the disloyal heart. np1 vbz n1 vbz vvn po31 n2 vvn p-acp d n1; cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg j n-jn n2 vvb dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
73 Neither does he want an Achitophel, the man with three Names, that once betrayed the Grand-father, Neither does he want an Ahithophel, the man with three Names, that once betrayed the Grandfather, av-d vdz pns31 vvi dt np1, dt n1 p-acp crd n2, cst a-acp vvd dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
74 and therefore the more likely to betray the Father too. and Therefore the more likely to betray the Father too. cc av dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt n1 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
75 This cunning man fills the young head with aspiring projects, and by his policy forms a Plot, for the destruction of the King, the then Duke of York, our present Sovereign; and ruine of the Government; This cunning man fills the young head with aspiring projects, and by his policy forms a Plot, for the destruction of the King, the then Duke of York, our present Sovereign; and ruin of the Government; d j-jn n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp j-vvg n2, cc p-acp po31 n1 n2 dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt av n1 pp-f np1, po12 j n-jn; cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
76 but through Gods special Providence this Plot was discovered, and he who expected to be Proclaimed King was proclaimed a Traytor; but through God's special Providence this Plot was discovered, and he who expected to be Proclaimed King was proclaimed a Traitor; p-acp p-acp npg1 j n1 d n1 vbds vvn, cc pns31 r-crq vvd pc-acp vbi vvn n1 vbds vvn dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
77 but the close Traytor quickly improves into an open Rebel, he therefore no sooner hears of the death of the King, but the close Traitor quickly improves into an open Rebel, he Therefore no sooner hears of the death of the King, cc-acp dt j n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt j n1, pns31 av dx av-c vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
78 but he provides himself with Arms and Ammunition, and had his spies with Absalom in several parts of these nations, to sound the affections of the people, but he provides himself with Arms and Ammunition, and had his spies with Absalom in several parts of these Nations, to found the affections of the people, cc-acp pns31 vvz px31 p-acp n2 cc np1, cc vhd po31 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp j n2 pp-f d n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
79 and make way for his ready reception, and though his as well as Absalom 's Achitophel was dead, and make Way for his ready reception, and though his as well as Absalom is Ahithophel was dead, cc vvi n1 p-acp po31 j n1, cc cs po31 p-acp av c-acp np1 vbz np1 vbds j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
80 yet he pursues the design, invades two nations at once by himself and accomplices, and under the stale pretense of extirpating Popery and Tyranny, he breaks out into open Rebellion, and pushes on to the issue of a Battel. yet he pursues the Design, invades two Nations At once by himself and accomplices, and under the stale pretense of extirpating Popery and Tyranny, he breaks out into open Rebellion, and pushes on to the issue of a Battle. av pns31 vvz dt n1, vvz crd n2 p-acp a-acp p-acp px31 cc n2, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz av p-acp j n1, cc vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
81 And though the Loyal Party was as far inferiour to the Rebels in number, as those of David were to those of Absalom, yet God who is the only giver of Victory, by these few defeats the more numerous Rebels. And we also had a valiant Ahimaaz, our own Countrey man, And though the Loyal Party was as Far inferior to the Rebels in number, as those of David were to those of Absalom, yet God who is the only giver of Victory, by these few defeats the more numerous Rebels. And we also had a valiant Ahimaaz, our own Country man, cc cs dt j n1 vbds c-acp av-j j-jn p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, c-acp d pp-f np1 vbdr p-acp d pp-f np1, av np1 q-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d d vvz dt av-dc j n2. cc pns12 av vhd dt j vhz, po12 d n1 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
82 and he also of Sacerdotal Race, to bring Englands King Tidings how the Lord had avenged him of his Enemies. and he also of Sacerdotal Raze, to bring Englands King Tidings how the Lord had avenged him of his Enemies. cc pns31 av pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 n2 c-crq dt n1 vhd vvn pno31 pp-f po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
83 Thus you see the parallel holds in all the particulars, and now I hope we may say all is well, and how can we better express our praises to God for this wonderful mercy than in the words of the Text, blessed be the Lord our God, which hath delivered up the men that lift up their hand against our Lord the King. Thus you see the parallel holds in all the particulars, and now I hope we may say all is well, and how can we better express our praises to God for this wondered mercy than in the words of the Text, blessed be the Lord our God, which hath Delivered up the men that lift up their hand against our Lord the King. av pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz p-acp d dt n2-j, cc av pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi d vbz av, cc q-crq vmb pns12 av-jc vvi po12 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp d j n1 cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvn vbb dt n1 po12 n1, r-crq vhz vvn a-acp dt n2 cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp po12 n1 dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
84 In the Text are three things Observable. (1.) There were men that lift up their hand against the King. In the Text Are three things Observable. (1.) There were men that lift up their hand against the King. p-acp dt n1 vbr crd n2 j. (crd) a-acp vbdr n2 cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
85 The best of Kings have Enemies. The best of Kings have Enemies. dt js pp-f n2 vhb n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
86 (2.) These men thus lifting up their hand against the King are delivered up, viz. to death and destruction. (2.) These men thus lifting up their hand against the King Are Delivered up, viz. to death and destruction. (crd) d n2 av vvg a-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn a-acp, n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
87 Ruine is the ordinary consequence of Rebellion. Ruin is the ordinary consequence of Rebellion. n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
88 (3.) The God of Israel blessed for thus delivering up the men that lift up their hand against the King of Israel. (3.) The God of Israel blessed for thus delivering up the men that lift up their hand against the King of Israel. (crd) dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp av vvg a-acp dt n2 cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
89 Blessed be the Lord thy God, &c. 1. There were men that lift up their hand against the King. Blessed be the Lord thy God, etc. 1. There were men that lift up their hand against the King. j-vvn vbb dt n1 po21 n1, av crd a-acp vbdr n2 cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
90 This is supposed, for if there had been none such there had been no blessing of God for delivering them up. This is supposed, for if there had been none such there had been no blessing of God for delivering them up. d vbz vvn, c-acp cs pc-acp vhd vbn pix av a-acp vhd vbn dx n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pno32 a-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
91 The best of Kings are not secure from the worst of Enemies, such as dare to lift up their hands against them. The best of Kings Are not secure from the worst of Enemies, such as Dare to lift up their hands against them. dt js pp-f n2 vbr xx j p-acp dt js pp-f n2, d c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
92 Moses was a Wise, a Learned, and a Pious Prince; Moses was a Wise, a Learned, and a Pious Prince; np1 vbds dt j, dt j, cc dt j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
93 one set up immediately by God, and proved his immediate call to the Government by most stupendous Miracles, one Set up immediately by God, and proved his immediate call to the Government by most stupendous Miracles, pi vvd a-acp av-j p-acp np1, cc vvd po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp ds j n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
94 and yet this Moses is conspired against as an Usurper and a Tyrant: and yet this Moses is conspired against as an Usurper and a Tyrant: cc av d np1 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
95 one that took too much upon him, and set himself above the Congregation of the Lord, one that took too much upon him, and Set himself above the Congregation of the Lord, pi cst vvd av av-d p-acp pno31, cc vvd px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
96 and tho these found a judgment worthy of God, the Earth no longer able to bear those sinful burdens of it opened her mouth, and though these found a judgement worthy of God, the Earth no longer able to bear those sinful burdens of it opened her Mouth, cc cs d vvd dt n1 j pp-f np1, dt n1 av-dx av-jc j pc-acp vvi d j n2 pp-f pn31 vvd po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
97 and swallowed them up, so that they went quick into Hell; and swallowed them up, so that they went quick into Hell; cc vvd pno32 a-acp, av cst pns32 vvd j p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
98 yet Rebellion perished not with these Rebels. David was one of Gods own chusing, a Man after Gods own heart, one that had often hazarded his Life for the defence of Israel his People, yet Rebellion perished not with these Rebels. David was one of God's own choosing, a Man After God's own heart, one that had often hazarded his Life for the defence of Israel his People, av n1 vvd xx p-acp d n2. np1 vbds pi pp-f n2 d vvg, dt n1 p-acp n2 d n1, pi cst vhd av vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
99 yet we have this David complaining, Psalm 3.1. Lord how are they increased that trouble me, many are they that rise up against me; yet we have this David complaining, Psalm 3.1. Lord how Are they increased that trouble me, many Are they that rise up against me; av pns12 vhb d np1 vvg, n1 crd. n1 q-crq vbr pns32 vvd cst vvb pno11, d vbr pns32 cst vvb a-acp p-acp pno11; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
100 an expression the more remarkable because pen'd upon his flight from Absalom, he had foreign Enemies, Ishbosheth, Hanun, Hadadezer, the state of the Philistines: he had homebred Rebels, those that lift up their hand against him, though their natural Prince; an expression the more remarkable Because penned upon his flight from Absalom, he had foreign Enemies, Ishbosheth, Hanun, Hadadezer, the state of the philistines: he had Homebred Rebels, those that lift up their hand against him, though their natural Prince; dt n1 dt av-dc j c-acp j-vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vhd j n2, np1, np1, np1, dt n1 pp-f dt njp2: pns31 vhd j n2, d cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31, cs po32 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
101 Absalom, Achitophel, Amasa here, Sheba, Adonijah, and Joab afterwards. Absalom, Ahithophel, Amasa Here, Sheba, Adonijah, and Joab afterwards. np1, np1, np1 av, np1, np1, cc np1 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
102 Let not Kings and Princes then think it strange that such there are, since such there have been; Let not Kings and Princes then think it strange that such there Are, since such there have been; vvb xx n2 cc n2 av vvb pn31 j cst d a-acp vbr, c-acp d pc-acp vhi vbn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
103 indeed when one considers Rulers as an Ordinance of God, the strict commands of obedience and subjection to them; indeed when one considers Rulers as an Ordinance of God, the strict commands of Obedience and subjection to them; av c-crq pi vvz n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
104 the judgments of God in this Life, and that wrath that abides for such in the Life to come, he would think there should be none that should dare to lift up their hand against the Lords Anointed; the Judgments of God in this Life, and that wrath that abides for such in the Life to come, he would think there should be none that should Dare to lift up their hand against the lords Anointed; dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cc d n1 cst vvz p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmd vvi a-acp vmd vbi pi cst vmd vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
105 but what will not men attempt for Rule and Domination; but what will not men attempt for Rule and Domination; cc-acp q-crq vmb xx n2 vvi p-acp n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
106 but men first cast of the fear of God before they attempt to put Kings in Fear; but men First cast of the Fear of God before they attempt to put Kings in fear; cc-acp n2 ord vvd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
107 and where men have no regard to God and Religion, what will they not adventure upon, and where men have no regard to God and Religion, what will they not adventure upon, cc q-crq n2 vhb dx n1 p-acp np1 cc n1, r-crq vmb pns32 xx vvi p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
108 though it be to their own destruction? and therefore having the example of so many pious, good and wise Kings Rebell'd against, though it be to their own destruction? and Therefore having the Exampl of so many pious, good and wise Kings Rebelled against, cs pn31 vbb p-acp po32 d n1? cc av vhg dt n1 pp-f av d j, j cc j n2 vvd p-acp, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
109 and that under the fair disguise of Piety, Religion and Liberty it may make us the less wonder that such there should be in our days. and that under the fair disguise of Piety, Religion and Liberty it may make us the less wonder that such there should be in our days. cc cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 pn31 vmb vvi pno12 dt av-dc n1 cst d a-acp vmd vbi p-acp po12 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
110 Have the best of Kings their Enemies? Let not us think the worse of them because they have such as lift up their hand against them. Have the best of Kings their Enemies? Let not us think the Worse of them Because they have such as lift up their hand against them. vhb dt js pp-f n2 po32 n2? vvb xx pno12 vvi dt jc pp-f pno32 c-acp pns32 vhb d c-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
111 You see none so good but had the like, and therefore let not us harbour the worse thought of them for it, You see none so good but had the like, and Therefore let not us harbour the Worse Thought of them for it, pn22 vvb pix av j p-acp vhd dt j, cc av vvb xx pno12 vvi dt jc n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
112 and while they report them careless or tyrannical; and while they report them careless or tyrannical; cc cs pns32 vvb pno32 j cc j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
113 let us remember that it was Scripture long before this Rebellious age had a being, is it fit to say to Kings you are wicked? or to Princes ye are ungodly? Job 34.18. We should not be ready to hearken to the cunning insinuations of Rebels, but if we have but so much as thought evil against the King, the Wise man advises us to lay our hand upon our mouth, in token of shame and abhorrenbe of our selves for it, Proverbs 30. 32. Thus much of the first thing in the Text, there were men that lift up their hand against the King. let us Remember that it was Scripture long before this Rebellious age had a being, is it fit to say to Kings you Are wicked? or to Princes you Are ungodly? Job 34.18. We should not be ready to harken to the cunning insinuations of Rebels, but if we have but so much as Thought evil against the King, the Wise man advises us to lay our hand upon our Mouth, in token of shame and abhorrenbe of our selves for it, Proverbs 30. 32. Thus much of the First thing in the Text, there were men that lift up their hand against the King. vvb pno12 vvi cst pn31 vbds np1 av-j p-acp d j n1 vhd dt vbg, vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pn22 vbr j? cc p-acp n2 pn22 vbr j? np1 crd. pns12 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f n2, p-acp cs pns12 vhb p-acp av av-d c-acp vvd j-jn p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pn31, n2 crd crd av d pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1, a-acp vbdr n2 cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
114 The best of Kings have their Enemies, which I have been the briefer upon, because it is only supposed and implyed in the Text. The best of Kings have their Enemies, which I have been the briefer upon, Because it is only supposed and employed in the Text. dt js pp-f n2 vhb po32 n2, r-crq pns11 vhb vbn dt jc p-acp, c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt np1 (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
115 Secondly, These men thus lifting up their hand against the King are delivered up to death, and destruction; Secondly, These men thus lifting up their hand against the King Are Delivered up to death, and destruction; ord, d n2 av vvg a-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
116 Ruine is the ordinary consequence of Rebellion. Ruin is the ordinary consequence of Rebellion. n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
117 Those that seek to destory the King, shall find destruction to themselves, their mischief shall fall down upon ther own heads, Those that seek to destory the King, shall find destruction to themselves, their mischief shall fallen down upon their own Heads, d cst vvb p-acp n1 dt n1, vmb vvi n1 p-acp px32, po32 n1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp po32 d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
118 and their violent dealing shall come down upon their own pate, Psalm 7.16. The Wise man who himself also was a King tells us, Proverbs 17.11. An evil man only seeketh Rebellion, and therefore a cruel Messenger shall be sent against him. and their violent dealing shall come down upon their own pate, Psalm 7.16. The Wise man who himself also was a King tells us, Proverbs 17.11. an evil man only seeks Rebellion, and Therefore a cruel Messenger shall be sent against him. cc po32 j n-vvg vmb vvi a-acp p-acp po32 d n1, n1 crd. dt j n1 r-crq n1 av vbds dt n1 vvz pno12, n2 crd. dt j-jn n1 av-j vvz n1, cc av dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
119 Cartwright understands this messenger by a Synecdoche, pro omni infortunio seu plaga quacunque, for all kind of misfortune, Cartwright understands this Messenger by a Synecdoche, Pro omni infortunio seu plaga quacunque, for all kind of misfortune, np1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
120 or any sort of Plague, or such a cruel messenger shall be sent against him as shall prove inexorable, or any sort of Plague, or such a cruel Messenger shall be sent against him as shall prove inexorable, cc d n1 pp-f n1, cc d dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31 c-acp vmb vvi j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
121 as shall inflict the utmost severity upon him. as shall inflict the utmost severity upon him. c-acp vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
122 Thus as one of the Criticks upon the place observes, the Rebel, dum quaerit malum alienum justo dei judicio consequitur malum proprium, while he seeks anothers bane he finds his own. Thus as one of the Critics upon the place observes, the Rebel, dum Query malum Alienum Justo dei Judicio consequitur malum proprium, while he seeks another's bane he finds his own. av c-acp crd pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz, dt n1, j n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cs pns31 vvz j-jn n1 pns31 vvz po31 d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
123 Yea whosoever breaks the hedge of Government, some Serpent or other shall bite him, Eccles. 10. 18. They who are impatient of rule over them have ruine very near them. Yea whosoever breaks the hedge of Government, Some Serpent or other shall bite him, Eccles. 10. 18. They who Are impatient of Rule over them have ruin very near them. uh r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, d n1 cc j-jn vmb vvi pno31, np1 crd crd pns32 r-crq vbr j pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 vhi n1 av av-j pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
124 Need I prove this by Examples? it hath been the observation of some, that the ruine of no sort of sinners hath been so sudden, so unavoidable as the Rebels. Need I prove this by Examples? it hath been the observation of Some, that the ruin of no sort of Sinners hath been so sudden, so unavoidable as the Rebels. vvb pns11 vvb d p-acp n2? pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f d, cst dt n1 pp-f dx n1 pp-f n2 vhz vbn av j, av j c-acp dt n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
125 We read of none in Scripture who opposed Authority but have been punished eminently in this Life, We read of none in Scripture who opposed authority but have been punished eminently in this Life, pns12 vvb pp-f pix p-acp n1 r-crq vvd n1 p-acp vhi vbn vvn av-j p-acp d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
126 nor hardly do we read of a Seditious person who was not taken away by a violent death. nor hardly do we read of a Seditious person who was not taken away by a violent death. ccx av vdb pns12 vvb pp-f dt j n1 r-crq vbds xx vvn av p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
127 The first example of Rebellion was also a sad example of Gods great judgement upon them; The First Exampl of Rebellion was also a sad Exampl of God's great judgement upon them; dt ord n1 pp-f n1 vbds av dt j n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
128 that they who had given future ages a patern for the Sin, should give them also an example of suffering. that they who had given future ages a pattern for the since, should give them also an Exampl of suffering. cst pns32 r-crq vhd vvn j-jn n2 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi pno32 av dt n1 pp-f vvg. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
129 Korah and his Accomplices were the first that rose up to oppose Authority; Korah and his Accomplices were the First that rose up to oppose authority; np1 cc po31 n2 vbdr dt ord cst vvd a-acp pc-acp vvi n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
130 and they who by their sin had provoked heaven and disturbed earth, heaven and earth conspire together for their ruine. and they who by their since had provoked heaven and disturbed earth, heaven and earth conspire together for their ruin. cc pns32 r-crq p-acp po32 n1 vhd vvn n1 cc j-vvn n1, n1 cc n1 vvi av p-acp po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
131 The Earth opening her mouth to swallow into her bowels the Ring-Leaders of the Rebellion as unworthy to live upon the face of it, The Earth opening her Mouth to swallow into her bowels the Ring-Leaders of the Rebellion as unworthy to live upon the face of it, dt n1 vvg po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 c-acp j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
132 so that as the Psalmist expresses it, Psalm. 55.15. An horrible death seiz'd upon them, and they went quick into Hell, when such wickedness was in their dwellings, and among them. so that as the Psalmist Expresses it, Psalm. 55.15. an horrible death seized upon them, and they went quick into Hell, when such wickedness was in their dwellings, and among them. av cst p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, n1. crd. dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vvd j p-acp n1, c-crq d n1 vbds p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
133 And immediately Heaven it self appears in flames of fire to act a second part in that avenging Tragedy, on the rest of the two hundred and fifty Complices, who were ready to cry up the Rebels as the good people of the Lord, And immediately Heaven it self appears in flames of fire to act a second part in that avenging Tragedy, on the rest of the two hundred and fifty Accomplices, who were ready to cry up the Rebels as the good people of the Lord, cc av-j n1 pn31 n1 vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 p-acp d j-vvg n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd crd cc crd n2, r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
134 so that though they had escaped the astonishing Chasma, yet vengeance suffered not to live. so that though they had escaped the astonishing Chasma, yet vengeance suffered not to live. av cst cs pns32 vhd vvn dt vvg n1, av n1 vvd xx pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
135 Thus God by his immediate, and astonishing judgments on the first Authors of Rebellion recorded in the Annals of Scripture does shew to all succeeding Ages how displeasing this sin is. Thus God by his immediate, and astonishing Judgments on the First Authors of Rebellion recorded in the Annals of Scripture does show to all succeeding Ages how displeasing this since is. av np1 p-acp po31 j, cc vvg n2 p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vdz vvi p-acp d j-vvg n2 c-crq vvg d n1 vbz. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
136 So that let pretences be never so popular, and seemingly Religious, the persons concerned never so great and famous, So that let pretences be never so popular, and seemingly Religious, the Persons concerned never so great and famous, av cst vvb n2 vbb av-x av j, cc av-vvg j, dt n2 vvd av-x av j cc j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
137 yet God is no respecter of persons in the execution of his judgments. yet God is no respecter of Persons in the execution of his Judgments. av np1 vbz dx n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
138 This present Story where my Text is gives another dreadful instance of the truth of this Doctrine, This present Story where my Text is gives Another dreadful instance of the truth of this Doctrine, d j n1 c-crq po11 n1 vbz vvz j-jn j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
139 but this I need but name now, because I have enlarged upon it before in the introduction to my discourse. but this I need but name now, Because I have enlarged upon it before in the introduction to my discourse. cc-acp d pns11 vvb p-acp n1 av, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
140 And had Zimri Peace that slew his Master? no, certainly Baasha conspires against his Master Nadab, and slew him. And had Zimri Peace that slew his Master? no, Certainly Baasha conspires against his Master Nadab, and slew him. cc vhd np1 n1 cst vvd po31 n1? uh-dx, av-j np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 np1, cc vvd pno31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
141 Zimri by a retaliation of Treason conspires against his Lord and Master Elah the Son of Baasha, and slew him; Zimri by a retaliation of Treason conspires against his Lord and Master Elah the Son of Baasha, and slew him; np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
142 but so little Peace had Zimri after his Conspiracy that within seven dayes, a short reign, he is Besieged by Omri, and all Israel; and since it would be no better he in a desperate fury kindles his own funeral Pile, casts himself into the flames of his own kindling, burns the Kings Palace over his head, but so little Peace had Zimri After his conspiracy that within seven days, a short Reign, he is Besieged by Omri, and all Israel; and since it would be no better he in a desperate fury kindles his own funeral Pile, Cast himself into the flames of his own kindling, burns the Kings Palace over his head, cc-acp av j n1 vhd np1 p-acp po31 n1 cst p-acp crd n2, dt j n1, pns31 vbz j-vvn p-acp np1, cc d np1; cc c-acp pn31 vmd vbi dx jc pns31 p-acp dt j n1 vvz po31 d n1 n1, vvz px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d vvg, vvz dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
143 and thus puts an end to his Treason and Life. and thus puts an end to his Treason and Life. cc av vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
144 And that Monster Phocas who slew his Lord and Master Mauritius how lamentable was his Life? How dreadful and detestable his death? During his short reign he was so transcendent for Vice, And that Monster Phocas who slew his Lord and Master Mauritius how lamentable was his Life? How dreadful and detestable his death? During his short Reign he was so transcendent for Vice, cc d n1 np1 r-crq vvd po31 n1 cc n1 np1 c-crq j vbds po31 n1? q-crq j cc j po31 n1? p-acp po31 j n1 pns31 vbds av j p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
145 and Wickedness, that he was called the calamity of the Roman Empire. and Wickedness, that he was called the calamity of the Roman Empire. cc n1, cst pns31 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f dt njp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
146 His actions were ever unprosperous, who ever he engaged against he was overcome, and by the loss of many Provinces he so weakned the Empire, that it never recovered its former strength and splendor, His actions were ever unprosperous, who ever he engaged against he was overcome, and by the loss of many Provinces he so weakened the Empire, that it never recovered its former strength and splendour, po31 n2 vbdr av j, r-crq av pns31 vvd p-acp pns31 vbds vvn, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pns31 av vvd dt n1, cst pn31 av-x vvd po31 j n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
147 and in the end he became so hateful to all men, that his own Son-in-law with others conspired against him, and in the end he became so hateful to all men, that his own Son-in-law with Others conspired against him, cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd av j p-acp d n2, cst po31 d n1 p-acp n2-jn vvn p-acp pno31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
148 and brought him to Heraclius the Emperour of the East, by whose Command his Head, Feet, and brought him to Heraclius the Emperor of the East, by whose Command his Head, Feet, cc vvd pno31 p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp rg-crq n1 po31 n1, n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
149 and secret Members were cut off, and the stump of his Body given to the Souldiers to be burnt with Fire. and secret Members were Cut off, and the stump of his Body given to the Soldiers to be burned with Fire. cc j-jn n2 vbdr vvn a-acp, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
150 Maximus who slew the good Emperour Gratian, was himself betrayed by the same Souldiers whom he had stirred up against his Prince, Maximus who slew the good Emperor Gratian, was himself betrayed by the same Soldiers whom he had stirred up against his Prince, np1 r-crq vvd dt j n1 np1, vbds px31 vvn p-acp dt d n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
151 and in whom he reposed his trust, who seiz'd on him, deprived him of his Habiliments and Ornaments of Empire, presented him bound like a slave to Theodosius and before his face tore him to pieces. and in whom he reposed his trust, who seized on him, deprived him of his Habiliments and Ornament of Empire, presented him bound like a slave to Theodosius and before his face tore him to Pieces. cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1, r-crq vvn p-acp pno31, vvd pno31 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vvd pno31 vvn av-j dt n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31 p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
152 Another sad Example this days occasion does present us with, a Person who might have liv'd the happiest of Subjects, the honour of the Nation, by Rebellion become a prey to deserved Justice, another sad Exampl this days occasion does present us with, a Person who might have lived the Happiest of Subject's, the honour of the nation, by Rebellion become a prey to deserved justice, j-jn j n1 d n2 n1 vdz vvi pno12 p-acp, dt n1 r-crq vmd vhi vvd dt js pp-f n2-jn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp j-vvn n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
153 and a Ruine to all his Confederates. and a Ruin to all his Confederates. cc dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
154 Rebellion is a sin against God himself, though intended chiefly for the ruine of his Vicegerents. Rebellion is a since against God himself, though intended chiefly for the ruin of his Vicegerents. n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 px31, cs vvn av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
155 We cannot lift up a hand against the Lords anointed, but we lift it up against the Lord that made him so, we cannot Rebel against Authority, but we Rebel against God. We cannot lift up a hand against the lords anointed, but we lift it up against the Lord that made him so, we cannot Rebel against authority, but we Rebel against God. pns12 vmbx vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vvn, cc-acp pns12 vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vvd pno31 av, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
156 I do not speak this of my self, Scripture it self speaks as much, Numbers 16. Korah and his Accomplices rose up against Moses and Aaron, but we find in the 11th. verse of that chapter, that God takes it as done to himself, it was against God that they set themselves; I do not speak this of my self, Scripture it self speaks as much, Numbers 16. Korah and his Accomplices rose up against Moses and Aaron, but we find in the 11th. verse of that chapter, that God Takes it as done to himself, it was against God that they Set themselves; pns11 vdb xx vvi d pp-f po11 n1, n1 pn31 n1 vvz a-acp av-d, n2 crd np1 cc po31 n2 vvd a-acp p-acp np1 cc np1, p-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt ord. n1 pp-f d n1, cst np1 vvz pn31 p-acp vdi p-acp px31, pn31 vbds p-acp np1 cst pns32 vvd px32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
157 so in Moses his speech to Korah, For which cause thou, and all thy company are gathered together against the Lord. so in Moses his speech to Korah, For which cause thou, and all thy company Are gathered together against the Lord. av p-acp np1 po31 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq n1 pns21, cc d po21 n1 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
158 So in the recital of this History, Numbers 26. 9. This is that Dathan, and Abiram which were famous in the Congregation, who strove against Moses and Aaron in the company of Korah, So in the recital of this History, Numbers 26. 9. This is that Dathan, and Abiram which were famous in the Congregation, who strove against Moses and Aaron in the company of Korah, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, n2 crd crd d vbz cst np1, cc np1 r-crq vbdr j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
159 when they strove against the Lord; when they strove against the Lord; c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
160 mind it, it was against Moses and Aaron that they strove, and yet withal it was against God himself, mind it, it was against Moses and Aaron that they strove, and yet withal it was against God himself, n1 pn31, pn31 vbds p-acp np1 cc np1 cst pns32 vvd, cc av av pn31 vbds p-acp np1 px31, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
161 and then no wonder that such find a judgment worthy of God. and then no wonder that such find a judgement worthy of God. cc av dx n1 cst d vvb dt n1 j pp-f np1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
162 It is against the whole Community, Rebellion is universally destructive, and the more universally influential to evil, the greater the Sin, It is against the Whole Community, Rebellion is universally destructive, and the more universally influential to evil, the greater the since, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1, n1 vbz av-j j, cc dt av-dc av-j j p-acp n-jn, dt jc dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
163 and the greater must needs be the punishment. Rebels are hostes humani generis, Enemies to mankind. and the greater must needs be the punishment. Rebels Are hosts Humani Generis, Enemies to mankind. cc dt jc vmb av vbi dt n1. ng1 vbr n2 fw-la fw-la, n2 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
164 St. Paul tells us not only that Rulers come from God, but they are set up for our good, they are the Ministers of God to thee for good: Saint Paul tells us not only that Rulers come from God, but they Are Set up for our good, they Are the Ministers of God to thee for good: n1 np1 vvz pno12 xx j cst n2 vvb p-acp np1, cc-acp pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp po12 j, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21 p-acp j: (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
165 whosoever thou art, whether High or Low, Rich or Poor, they are ordained of God for all our good, even all mankind; whosoever thou art, whither High or Low, Rich or Poor, they Are ordained of God for all our good, even all mankind; c-crq pns21 vb2r, cs j cc j, j cc j, pns32 vbr vvn pp-f np1 p-acp d po12 j, av d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
166 without whom the World would be like a Wild Forest, wherein the weaker Beasts become a prey to the stronger, without whom the World would be like a Wild Forest, wherein the Weaker Beasts become a prey to the Stronger, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vmd vbi av-j dt j n1, c-crq dt jc n2 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt jc, (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
167 and men in it like the Fishes of the Sea, it is the Prophet Habakkuks similitude, Habakkuk 1.14. the greater devouring the less, without these mankind could not continue, they therefore that are Enemies to these must needs be Enemies to mankind. and men in it like the Fish of the Sea, it is the Prophet Habakkuks similitude, Habakkuk 1.14. the greater devouring the less, without these mankind could not continue, they Therefore that Are Enemies to these must needs be Enemies to mankind. cc n2 p-acp pn31 av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 vvz n1, np1 crd. dt jc j-vvg dt av-dc, p-acp d n1 vmd xx vvi, pns32 av d vbr n2 p-acp d vmb av vbi n2 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 27 Image 2
168 If then we would eschew ruine let us flie Rebellion, if we would not fare ill, let us do well, carry our selves peaceably, If then we would eschew ruin let us fly Rebellion, if we would not fare ill, let us do well, carry our selves peaceably, cs av pns12 vmd vvi n1 vvb pno12 vvi n1, cs pns12 vmd xx vvi j-jn, vvb pno12 vdi av, vvb po12 n2 av-j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
169 and quietly in those places wherein Providence hath set us, for who is he that will harm you if you be followers of that which is good, 1 Pet. 3.13. and quietly in those places wherein Providence hath Set us, for who is he that will harm you if you be followers of that which is good, 1 Pet. 3.13. cc av-jn p-acp d n2 c-crq n1 vhz vvn pno12, p-acp r-crq vbz pns31 cst vmb vvi pn22 cs pn22 vbb n2 pp-f d r-crq vbz j, crd np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 28 Image 2
170 Thirdly, The third thing in the Text is the Praise and Thanksgiving; Thirdly, The third thing in the Text is the Praise and Thanksgiving; ord, dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
171 Blessed be the Lord thy God, that hath delivered up the men that lift up their hand against my Lord the King. Blessed be the Lord thy God, that hath Delivered up the men that lift up their hand against my Lord the King. vvn vbb dt n1 po21 n1, cst vhz vvn a-acp dt n2 cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp po11 n1 dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
172 This is the main of the Text, where we have three things Observable. This is the main of the Text, where we have three things Observable. d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns12 vhb crd n2 j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 29 Image 2
173 First, This Valiant Ahimaaz does not ascribe the Victory to their own valour, and conduct to their Arms or Armies but to him who stiles himself the Lord of Hosts, it is by him that these Enemies of the King, those that lift up their hand against him were delivered up to ruine and destruction. First, This Valiant Ahimaaz does not ascribe the Victory to their own valour, and conduct to their Arms or Armies but to him who stile himself the Lord of Hosts, it is by him that these Enemies of the King, those that lift up their hand against him were Delivered up to ruin and destruction. ord, d j vhz vdz xx vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 d n1, cc vvb p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 cc-acp p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz px31 dt n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vbz p-acp pno31 cst d n2 pp-f dt n1, d cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno31 vbdr vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
174 And should teach us to do the same in the like case, it is God that puts Valour and Courage into Souldiers, that gives Wisdom and Conduct to Officers; And should teach us to do the same in the like case, it is God that puts Valour and Courage into Soldiers, that gives Wisdom and Conduct to Officers; cc vmd vvi pno12 pc-acp vdi dt d p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, cst vvz n1 cc vvb p-acp n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
175 that gives Victory and success to Armies. that gives Victory and success to Armies. cst vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
176 And then what better use can we make of this dayes Celebrated mercy, than a Deo gratias, Blessed be God that he hath delivered up the men, that lift up their hand against our Lord the King. And then what better use can we make of this days Celebrated mercy, than a God gratias, Blessed be God that he hath Delivered up the men, that lift up their hand against our Lord the King. cc av q-crq j n1 vmb pns12 vvi pp-f d n2 vvn n1, cs dt fw-la fw-la, j-vvn vbb np1 cst pns31 vhz vvn a-acp dt n2, cst vvd a-acp po32 n1 p-acp po12 n1 dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
177 Mercies vouchsafed, especially delivering mercies, Victory over Enemies should be received with Thanksgiving and Praise to God who is mighty in Battel. mercies vouchsafed, especially delivering Mercies, Victory over Enemies should be received with Thanksgiving and Praise to God who is mighty in Battle. n2 vvn, av-j vvg n2, n1 p-acp n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 r-crq vbz j p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 30 Image 2
178 The Second thing observable, Ahimaaz in this Doxology calls God King Davids God; The Second thing observable, Ahimaaz in this Doxology calls God King Davids God; dt ord n1 j, vhz p-acp d n1 vvz np1 n1 npg1 np1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
179 certainly he is the God of the whole Creation, the God of the Spirits of all flesh, especially the God of Israel, a people in Covenant with him, whom he had then chosen for his peculiar inheritance. Certainly he is the God of the Whole Creation, the God of the Spirits of all Flesh, especially the God of Israel, a people in Covenant with him, whom he had then chosen for his peculiar inheritance. av-j pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, ro-crq pns31 vhd av vvn p-acp po31 j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
180 And yet he is in a peculiar manner the Kings God; And yet he is in a peculiar manner the Kings God; cc av pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 dt ng1 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
181 not only by special Ordination as he that set him up at first, but by special preservation as he that kept him there where he at first set him up, viz. on the Throne of Israel, and thus though God be the God of all, not only by special Ordination as he that Set him up At First, but by special preservation as he that kept him there where he At First Set him up, viz. on the Throne of Israel, and thus though God be the God of all, xx av-j p-acp j n1 c-acp pns31 cst vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp ord, cc-acp p-acp j n1 c-acp pns31 cst vvd pno31 a-acp c-crq pns31 p-acp ord vvd pno31 a-acp, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av cs np1 vbb dt n1 pp-f d, (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
182 yet he is in a peculiar manner wonderful among the Kings of the Earth. To this God Ahimaaz ascribes the glory of the Victory and gives the Praise. yet he is in a peculiar manner wondered among the Kings of the Earth. To this God Ahimaaz ascribes the glory of the Victory and gives the Praise. av pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. p-acp d np1 vhz vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vvz dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 31 Image 2
183 The Third thing observable, and herein he is a fit example for us to follow. The Third thing observable, and herein he is a fit Exampl for us to follow. dt ord n1 j, cc av pns31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
184 Bless God for this mercy this day Celebrated, which we shall see we have the greater cause to do, Bless God for this mercy this day Celebrated, which we shall see we have the greater cause to do, np1 np1 p-acp d n1 d n1 vvn, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi pns12 vhb dt jc n1 pc-acp vdi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
185 if we consider what might have been the effects of this Rebellion had it succeeded. if we Consider what might have been the effects of this Rebellion had it succeeded. cs pns12 vvb r-crq vmd vhi vbn dt n2 pp-f d n1 vhd pn31 vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 33 Image 2
186 It is true they pretended to rise up against Popery, and for the Liberty and Priviledge of the people opprest by Tyranny: It is true they pretended to rise up against Popery, and for the Liberty and Privilege of the people oppressed by Tyranny: pn31 vbz j pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
187 and its very likely they would have made good their promise in their own sense, for Rebels promises are alwayes equivocal; and its very likely they would have made good their promise in their own sense, for Rebels promises Are always equivocal; cc pn31|vbz av j pns32 vmd vhi vvn av-j po32 n1 p-acp po32 d n1, p-acp ng1 n2 vbr av j; (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
188 the Popery they declared against would have proved Episcopacy, the effect of it the subversion of the Church of England, for that we know is Rebels Popery, had the success been answerable to their desire we should have had no Bishop, the Popery they declared against would have proved Episcopacy, the Effect of it the subversion of the Church of England, for that we know is Rebels Popery, had the success been answerable to their desire we should have had no Bishop, dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp vmd vhi vvn n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp cst pns12 vvb vbz ng1 n1, vhd dt n1 vbn j p-acp po32 n1 pns12 vmd vhi vhn dx n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
189 but Bishop Ferguson with his Lay-Elders. but Bishop Ferguson with his Lay elders. cc-acp n1 np1 p-acp po31 j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
190 And they would its like have secured the peoples Liberties and Properties, but it would have been in their own hands, where it would have been no easie thing to have got them out again. And they would its like have secured the peoples Liberties and Properties, but it would have been in their own hands, where it would have been no easy thing to have god them out again. cc pns32 vmd po31 j vhi vvn dt ng1 n2 cc n2, cc-acp pn31 vmd vhi vbn p-acp po32 d n2, c-crq pn31 vmd vhi vbn dx j n1 pc-acp vhi vvn pno32 av av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 34 Image 2
191 And as for the King that they would have set over them, he would have dwindled into a Duke of Venice, where all might have been transacted according to the dictates of the infallible Senate. And as for the King that they would have Set over them, he would have dwindled into a Duke of Venice, where all might have been transacted according to the dictates of the infallible Senate. cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vmd vhi vvn p-acp pno32, pns31 vmd vhi vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq d vmd vhi vbn vvn vvg p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 35 Image 2
192 These Hoghen Moghens would its like have prefer'd their King to the new nothing of a Stat-holder while they themselves had ruled the roast, These Hoghen Moghens would its like have preferred their King to the new nothing of a Stat-holder while they themselves had ruled the roast, d fw-mi np1 vmd po31 j vhi vvn po32 n1 p-acp dt j pi2 pp-f dt n1 cs pns32 px32 vhn vvn dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
193 for cut but once the line of Royal Succession and none can be King but by the long Sword, or the peoples bounty. for Cut but once the line of Royal Succession and none can be King but by the long Sword, or the peoples bounty. c-acp vvn cc-acp a-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc pix vmb vbi n1 cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc dt ng1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
194 And they are like to Reign as Kings indeed, who are beholden to the people that they are so. And they Are like to Reign as Kings indeed, who Are beholden to the people that they Are so. cc pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 av, r-crq vbr vvi p-acp dt n1 cst pns32 vbr av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
195 The Bill of Exclusion would have made Kingly Government precarious, would have brought in Arbitrary Government indeed, much worse than that which our Malecontents have wrongfully complained of, The Bill of Exclusion would have made Kingly Government precarious, would have brought in Arbitrary Government indeed, much Worse than that which our Malecontents have wrongfully complained of, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vhi vvn j n1 j, vmd vhi vvn p-acp j-jn n1 av, av-d jc cs d r-crq po12 n2-jn vhn av-j vvn pp-f, (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
196 and then have we not great cause to bless God for this days mercy. and then have we not great cause to bless God for this days mercy. cc av vhb pns12 xx j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d n2 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 36 Image 2
197 One thing I would mind you of, and then shall put an end to my discourse. One thing I would mind you of, and then shall put an end to my discourse. crd n1 pns11 vmd vvi pn22 pp-f, cc av vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
198 Let us have a care while we bless God we do not dishonour him; Let us have a care while we bless God we do not dishonour him; vvb pno12 vhi dt n1 cs pns12 vvb np1 pns12 vdb xx vvi pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
199 let us not bless him as if he was some Heathenish Bacchus, pleased with full Cups, and honoured with intemperance; let us not bless him as if he was Some Heathenish Bacchus, pleased with full Cups, and honoured with intemperance; vvb pno12 xx vvi pno31 c-acp cs pns31 vbds d j np1, vvn p-acp j n2, cc vvn p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
200 which we should be the more careful in because it is the Lords day, which certainly upon no occasion should be profaned; which we should be the more careful in Because it is the lords day, which Certainly upon no occasion should be profaned; r-crq pns12 vmd vbi dt av-dc j p-acp c-acp pn31 vbz dt ng1 n1, r-crq av-j p-acp dx n1 vmd vbi vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
201 and therefore let us be careful to be Religious while we have a grateful sense of this dayes mercy. and Therefore let us be careful to be Religious while we have a grateful sense of this days mercy. cc av vvb pno12 vbi j pc-acp vbi j cs pns12 vhb dt j n1 pp-f d ng1 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
202 We cannot its true Praise God too much, but we may easily drink too much, and drunkenness is but a bad conclusion of a Lords Days Sacrifice. We cannot its true Praise God too much, but we may Easily drink too much, and Drunkenness is but a bad conclusion of a lords Days Sacrifice. pns12 vmbx pn31|vbz j n1 np1 av av-d, cc-acp pns12 vmb av-j vvi av av-d, cc n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 n2 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
203 I shall end where I did begin, blessed be the Lord our God, that hath delivered up the men that lift up their hand against our Lord the King. I shall end where I did begin, blessed be the Lord our God, that hath Delivered up the men that lift up their hand against our Lord the King. pns11 vmb vvi c-crq pns11 vdd vvi, vvn vbb dt n1 po12 n1, cst vhz vvn a-acp dt n2 cst vvb a-acp po32 n1 p-acp po12 n1 dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2
204 To which God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost be given for this, and all other his mercies all Honour, Glory, Praise and Thanksgiving now and for ever. Amen. FINIS. To which God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost be given for this, and all other his Mercies all Honour, Glory, Praise and Thanksgiving now and for ever. Amen. FINIS. p-acp r-crq np1 dt n1, n1, cc j n1 vbb vvn p-acp d, cc d n-jn po31 n2 d n1, n1, n1 cc n1 av cc p-acp av. uh-n. fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 37 Image 2

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81 0 Sir Theophilus Oglethorpe Great Grand-Son to the famous 〈 ◊ 〉 Tobias Matthews Arch Bishop of YORK. Sir Theophilus Oglethorpe Great Grand-Son to the famous 〈 ◊ 〉 Tobias Matthews Arch Bishop of YORK. n1 np1 np1 j n1 p-acp dt j 〈 sy 〉 np1 np1 j n1 pp-f np1.