A sermon preached in the High-Church of Edinburgh, at the election of the magistrats of the city. On the 2d. of Octob. 1694. / by James Webster, Minister of the Gospel.

Webster, James, 1658?-1720
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Publication Year: 1694
Approximate Era: WilliamAndMary
TCP ID: B06496 ESTC ID: R186331 STC ID: W1208A
Subject Headings: Bible. -- O.T. -- Psalms CI, 1-2 -- 17th century; Edinburgh (Scotland) -- Politics and government -- 17th century; Election sermons -- Scotland -- 17th century; Justice, Administration of -- 17th century;
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0 Psal. 101. verse 1.2. Psalm 101. verse 1.2. np1 crd n1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 0 Image 2
1 I will sing of Mercy and Judgement — O when wilt thou come unto me? I will sing of Mercy and Judgement — Oh when wilt thou come unto me? pns11 vmb vvi pp-f n1 cc n1 — uh c-crq vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp pno11? (2) sermon (DIV1) 1 Image 2
2 THE best, and most perfect model of Government ever obtain'd in the World, the Jews enjoy'd under their Judges; THE best, and most perfect model of Government ever obtained in the World, the jews enjoyed under their Judges; dt js, cc av-ds j n1 pp-f n1 av vvd p-acp dt n1, dt np2 vvn p-acp po32 n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
3 It being indeed a Pure Theocracy; GOD himself was their political Head and King, and (as it were) their Supreme Magistrate, both Sacred and prophane History, bear witness to this: It being indeed a Pure Theocracy; GOD himself was their political Head and King, and (as it were) their Supreme Magistrate, both Sacred and profane History, bear witness to this: pn31 vbg av dt j n1; np1 px31 vbds po32 j n1 cc n1, cc (c-acp pn31 vbdr) po32 j n1, d j cc j n1, vvb n1 p-acp d: (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
4 In Him were Lodg'd all the Prerogatives Royal, all the Rights of Majesty; In Him were Lodged all the Prerogatives Royal, all the Rights of Majesty; p-acp pno31 vbdr vvn d dt n2 j, d dt n2-jn pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
5 He gave them their Laws immediatly from Heaven, went forth before their Armies, fought their Battels, appointed their Rulers, Deputies under him, and exacted from them Tribute. He gave them their Laws immediately from Heaven, went forth before their Armies, fought their Battles, appointed their Rulers, Deputies under him, and exacted from them Tribute. pns31 vvd pno32 po32 n2 av-j p-acp n1, vvd av p-acp po32 n2, vvd po32 n2, vvd po32 n2, n2 p-acp pno31, cc vvn p-acp pno32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
6 Briefly after a narrative of his glorious Appearances, and mighty works for them, and of their deep Obligations to him; Briefly After a narrative of his glorious Appearances, and mighty works for them, and of their deep Obligations to him; av-j p-acp dt j-jn pp-f po31 j n2, cc j n2 p-acp pno32, cc pp-f po32 j-jn n2 p-acp pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
7 he offers, and they accept of him to be their King. And by a mutual Covenant they bind themselves one to another. he offers, and they accept of him to be their King. And by a mutual Covenant they bind themselves one to Another. pns31 vvz, cc pns32 vvb pp-f pno31 pc-acp vbi po32 n1. cc p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vvb px32 pi p-acp n-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 2 Image 2
8 But his stupid People, ignorant of their true interest, and weary of their happiness, shake off the yoke of God, But his stupid People, ignorant of their true Interest, and weary of their happiness, shake off the yoke of God, p-acp po31 j n1, j pp-f po32 j n1, cc j pp-f po32 n1, vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
9 and exchange it for mans, call to Samuel to give them a King; And by no means would be diverted from their Rebellion and Treason; and exchange it for men, call to Samuel to give them a King; And by no means would be diverted from their Rebellion and Treason; cc vvb pn31 p-acp n2, vvb p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1; cc p-acp dx n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
10 having ('tis likely) a design at once to change their God and their King, to throw off their Religion and their Allegiance together. having (it's likely) a Design At once to change their God and their King, to throw off their Religion and their Allegiance together. vhg (pn31|vbz j) dt n1 p-acp a-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n1 cc po32 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1 cc po32 n1 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
11 However, in anger they have their desire, they get a King who lived wicked and died miserable. However, in anger they have their desire, they get a King who lived wicked and died miserable. c-acp, p-acp n1 pns32 vhb po32 n1, pns32 vvb dt n1 r-crq vvd j cc vvd j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
12 To him doth our Psalmist succeed, according to a promise the Lord had given him; To him does our Psalmist succeed, according to a promise the Lord had given him; p-acp pno31 vdz po12 n1 vvi, vvg p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vhd vvn pno31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
13 And betwixt the promise and its accomplishment, (as some think) or immediatly after the accomplishment (as others) he composes this Psalm, where he comes under solemn Engagements and Vows, not to abuse his Power as Saul had done; And betwixt the promise and its accomplishment, (as Some think) or immediately After the accomplishment (as Others) he composes this Psalm, where he comes under solemn Engagements and Vows, not to abuse his Power as Saul had done; cc p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n1, (c-acp d vvb) cc av-j p-acp dt n1 (c-acp ng2-jn) pns31 vvz d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j n2 cc n2, xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1 vhd vdn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
14 but to employ and manage it for GOD. I'le sing &c. The Psalm is one continued chain of David 's Resolutions to Govern for the Lord; but to employ and manage it for GOD. I'll sing etc. The Psalm is one continued chain of David is Resolutions to Govern for the Lord; cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 p-acp np1. pns11|vmb vvi av dt n1 vbz pi vvn n1 pp-f np1 vbz n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 3 Image 2
15 And in our Text, he promises to have a particular regard to Righteousness and Mercy, the two great Vertues of a Ruler, And in our Text, he promises to have a particular regard to Righteousness and Mercy, the two great Virtues of a Ruler, cc p-acp po12 n1, pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, dt crd j n2 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
16 and the two Great Pillars of a Government: and the two Great Pillars of a Government: cc dt crd j n2 pp-f dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
17 This Mercy is a generous Compassion inclining Rulers, to observe, Countenance Hearken to, Judge and Reward the Good, the Innocent, and the Oppressed: This Mercy is a generous Compassion inclining Rulers, to observe, Countenance Harken to, Judge and Reward the Good, the Innocent, and the Oppressed: d n1 vbz dt j n1 vvg n2, pc-acp vvi, n1 vvb p-acp, n1 cc vvb dt j, dt j-jn, cc dt j-vvn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
18 He Sin is and obliges himself to this so necessary a Work. He since is and obliges himself to this so necessary a Work. pns31 n1 vbz cc vvz px31 p-acp d av j dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
19 The melancholy scene, & ye great variety of Miseries People groan under, should invite the Rulers pity. The melancholy scene, & you great variety of Misery's People groan under, should invite the Rulers pity. dt j-jn n1, cc pn22 j n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vvi p-acp, vmd vvi dt n2 vvb. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
20 Draw out his Bowels, and open his eyes, his heart and hand to their Relief: This is his proper Province; Draw out his Bowels, and open his eyes, his heart and hand to their Relief: This is his proper Province; vvb av po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n2, po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n1: d vbz po31 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
21 This is the Original Design of Government. This is the Original Design of Government. d vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
22 Mercy is not (as the Disciples of Zeno thought) a weakness of Soul, a littleness and meanness of Spirit, and a down-right Vice: Mercy is not (as the Disciples of Zeno Thought) a weakness of Soul, a littleness and meanness of Spirit, and a downright Vice: n1 vbz xx (c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd) dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
23 No, our Psalmist puts a just value on it, and Vows it shall have a fixed residence, No, our Psalmist puts a just valve on it, and Vows it shall have a fixed residence, uh-dx, po12 n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp pn31, cc n2 pn31 vmb vhi dt j-vvn n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
24 and constant Lodging in his Royal and Religious Breast. and constant Lodging in his Royal and Religious Breast. cc j n1 p-acp po31 j cc j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 4 Image 2
25 But least this Compassion (to which (as is well observed by some) we are by Nature swayed, But least this Compassion (to which (as is well observed by Some) we Are by Nature swayed, p-acp ds d n1 (p-acp r-crq (c-acp vbz av vvn p-acp d) pns12 vbr p-acp n1 vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
26 and by the very make and constitution of our Body prompted and inclin'd) should by carrying us too far, degenerat, and by the very make and constitution of our Body prompted and inclined) should by carrying us too Far, degenerate, cc p-acp dt j vvi cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvn cc vvn) vmd p-acp vvg pno12 av av-j, j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
27 and bound into a Vice, he in great wisdom and discretion, Resolves to temper it with a mixture of Justice, by discountenancing, punishing, and being terrible to Evil-doers. I'le sing of Judgement. and bound into a Vice, he in great Wisdom and discretion, Resolves to temper it with a mixture of justice, by discountenancing, punishing, and being terrible to Evildoers. I'll sing of Judgement. cc vvn p-acp dt n1, pns31 p-acp j n1 cc n1, vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg, vvg, cc vbg j p-acp n2. pns11|vmb vvi pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 5 Image 2
28 Magistrats at all times (especially now when Wickedness takes strength from Forbearance and Indemnity, enboldens Offenders, Magistrates At all times (especially now when Wickedness Takes strength from Forbearance and Indemnity, enboldens Offenders, n2 p-acp d n2 (av-j av c-crq n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvz n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
29 and the Government is in danger of sinking under its own Mildness) should be Sons of Thunder, and the Government is in danger of sinking under its own Mildness) should be Sons of Thunder, cc dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f vvg p-acp po31 d n1) vmd vbi n2 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
30 and imitat him whole Ministers they are, who both gave his Laws, and Executes them in all circumstances of Terrour: and imitat him Whole Ministers they Are, who both gave his Laws, and Executes them in all Circumstances of Terror: cc vvi pno31 j-jn n2 pns32 vbr, r-crq av-d vvd po31 n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
31 Some difference is to be made betwixt Moses Rod and Aaron 's; some difference is to be made betwixt Moses Rod and Aaron is; d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 n1 cc np1 vbz; (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
32 This (to speak so) is silently fruitful, without all noise and observation, send forth its Buds, Blossoms and Fruit: This (to speak so) is silently fruitful, without all noise and observation, send forth its Buds, Blossoms and Fruit: d (pc-acp vvi av) vbz av-j j, p-acp d n1 cc n1, vvb av po31 vvz, n2 cc n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
33 But that turns unto a Serpent, Hisses, and stings unto Death. But that turns unto a Serpent, Hisses, and stings unto Death. cc-acp cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vvz, cc n2 p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
34 No sooner did Constantin (once an Inhabitant of this Island) mount the Imperial Throne, No sooner did Constantin (once an Inhabitant of this Island) mount the Imperial Throne, av-dx av-c vdd np1 (c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1) vvb dt j-jn n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
35 then he sung of Mercy to the Harass'd and persecuted Christians, and of Justice to the Pagan Idolaters, to them he speaks in Lightning and Thunder, then he sung of Mercy to the Harassed and persecuted Christians, and of justice to the Pagan Idolaters, to them he speaks in Lightning and Thunder, cs pns31 vvd pp-f n1 p-acp dt j cc vvn np1, cc pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn n2, p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
36 and is so severe and terrible unto them, that its Prophecy Rev. 6. is easily mistaken for a description of the last Judgement. and is so severe and terrible unto them, that its Prophecy Rev. 6. is Easily mistaken for a description of the last Judgement. cc vbz av j cc j p-acp pno32, cst po31 n1 n1 crd vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 6 Image 2
37 David, to demonstrat the natural Delight, himself, and all Rulers should have in a well temper'd Government, sings his obligations and engagements to it, with a Joyfull emotion of Spirit, Voweth, David, to demonstrate the natural Delight, himself, and all Rulers should have in a well tempered Government, sings his obligations and engagements to it, with a Joyful emotion of Spirit, Voweth, np1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, px31, cc d n2 vmd vhi p-acp dt av vvd n1, vvz po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvz, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
38 when God shal come to him (as the words may be read) i.e. (as Interpreters say) when he shall be King, to sway, when God shall come to him (as the words may be read) i.e. (as Interpreters say) when he shall be King, to sway, c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31 (c-acp dt n2 vmb vbi vvn) n1 (c-acp n2 vvb) c-crq pns31 vmb vbi n1, pc-acp vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
39 and weild his Scepter for the glory of God, and the good of his People. and wield his Sceptre for the glory of God, and the good of his People. cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j pp-f po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
40 And whereas he promises, Then to execut Justice & Mercy, it is not to be understood as if he had neglected the same in his privat station; And whereas he promises, Then to execute justice & Mercy, it is not to be understood as if he had neglected the same in his private station; cc cs pns31 vvz, av pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn dt d p-acp po31 j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
41 But that when in power he will be in a more publick & better capacity to do it. But that when in power he will be in a more public & better capacity to do it. cc-acp cst c-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (2) sermon (DIV1) 7 Image 2
42 There is one textual difficulty to be removed, e're I go farther: There is one textual difficulty to be removed, ever I go farther: pc-acp vbz pi j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, av pns11 vvb av-jc: (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
43 Why doth his coming to the Throne go under ye phrase of God's coming to him? we must remember, he had God's promise of ye Kingdom; Why does his coming to the Throne go under you phrase of God's coming to him? we must Remember, he had God's promise of you Kingdom; q-crq vdz po31 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp pn22 n1 pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp pno31? pns12 vmb vvi, pns31 vhd npg1 n1 pp-f pn22 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
44 and in Scripture, God is said to come unto Men, when he accomplisheth his promise, & bestows any singular blessing on them. and in Scripture, God is said to come unto Men, when he accomplisheth his promise, & bestows any singular blessing on them. cc p-acp n1, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc vvz d j n1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
45 But more particularly to persons invested with civil power, God's word of commission comes Ps. 82.6. But more particularly to Persons invested with civil power, God's word of commission comes Ps. 82.6. cc-acp av-dc av-j p-acp n2 vvn p-acp j n1, npg1 n1 pp-f n1 vvz np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
46 I have said, ye are Gods, but ye Lord doth really make some Men Gods, he speaks to them, I have said, you Are God's, but you Lord does really make Some Men God's, he speaks to them, pns11 vhb vvn, pn22 vbr n2, p-acp pn22 n1 vdz av-j vvi d n2 n2, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
47 & wt this creating word, confers upon them Power: & with this creating word, confers upon them Power: cc p-acp d j-vvg n1, vvz p-acp pno32 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
48 The Serpent flattered us wt a Promise yt we should be Gods The word of God mentioned Joh. 10.34 according to ye best Interpreters, is the divine warrand & commission to be Magistrats; The Serpent flattered us with a Promise that we should be God's The word of God mentioned John 10.34 according to the best Interpreters, is the divine warrant & commission to be Magistrates; dt n1 vvd pno12 p-acp dt vvb pn31 pns12 vmd vbi n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd np1 crd vvg p-acp dt js n2, vbz dt j-jn vvb cc n1 pc-acp vbi n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
49 For the office and power is from GOD though handed down and conveyed by men, and upon that score called by the Apostle Peter an humane Ordinance. For the office and power is from GOD though handed down and conveyed by men, and upon that score called by the Apostle Peter an humane Ordinance. c-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp np1 c-acp vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp n2, cc p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
50 Farther as soon as Men are cloathed with Authority, God comes to them and gives them another Heart and a large measure of necessary and sutable gifts, by a plentiful effusion of his Spirit, breaths into them noble Dispositions; Farther as soon as Men Are clothed with authority, God comes to them and gives them Another Heart and a large measure of necessary and suitable Gifts, by a plentiful effusion of his Spirit, breathes into them noble Dispositions; np1 c-acp av c-acp n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, np1 vvz p-acp pno32 cc vvz pno32 j-jn n1 cc dt j n1 pp-f j cc j n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, n2 p-acp pno32 j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
51 which, together with a Call from Men, are Heaven's credential Letters, that prepare their Reception, and command obedience and submission from the people. which, together with a Call from Men, Are Heaven's credential Letters, that prepare their Reception, and command Obedience and submission from the people. r-crq, av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, vbr n1|vbz j n2, cst vvb po32 n1, cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
52 And in fine by phrasing it thus, the Psalmist, condemns all unjust practifing to get into power, And in fine by phrasing it thus, the Psalmist, condemns all unjust practifing to get into power, cc p-acp j p-acp vvg pn31 av, dt n1, vvz d j vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
53 for though having been anointed by the Lords express Command, he had an undoubted Title to the Succession, he has not the Ambition to shuffle his Anointed Head under the Crown, till God by the voice of such as had right to give it, comes and puts it on, which he knows, will make it to sit the surer, and shine the brighter. for though having been anointed by the lords express Command, he had an undoubted Title to the Succession, he has not the Ambition to shuffle his Anointed Head under the Crown, till God by the voice of such as had right to give it, comes and puts it on, which he knows, will make it to fit the Surer, and shine the Brighter. c-acp cs vhg vbn vvn p-acp dt n2 vvb n1, pns31 vhd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vhd j-jn pc-acp vvi pn31, vvz cc vvz pn31 a-acp, r-crq pns31 vvz, vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi dt jc, cc vvi dt jc. (2) sermon (DIV1) 8 Image 2
54 The proposition that lyes before us, and is the scope of the words, is, Persons in Authority sbould manage their Government with an equal mixture of Mercy and Justice. The proposition that lies before us, and is the scope of the words, is, Persons in authority sbould manage their Government with an equal mixture of Mercy and justice. dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno12, cc vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vbz, n2 p-acp n1 zz vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
55 A Government well temper'd with them two, should be the Magistrates delight Job 29 from 14 to •8, I put on Righteousness, and it cloathed me: A Government well tempered with them two, should be the Magistrates delight Job 29 from 14 to •8, I put on Righteousness, and it clothed me: dt n1 av vvd p-acp pno32 crd, vmd vbi dt n2 vvb n1 crd p-acp crd p-acp n1, pns11 vvd p-acp n1, cc pn31 vvd pno11: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
56 my Judgement was a Rob and a Diadem I was eyes to the Blind, and feet was I to the Lame. I was a Father to the poor: my Judgement was a Rob and a Diadem I was eyes to the Blind, and feet was I to the Lame. I was a Father to the poor: po11 n1 vbds dt vvb cc dt n1 pns11 vbds n1 p-acp dt j, cc n2 vbds zz p-acp dt j. pns11 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt j: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
57 and the cause which I knew not I searched out. And I brake the Jaws of the wicked, and the cause which I knew not I searched out. And I brake the Jaws of the wicked, cc dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvd xx pns11 vvn av. cc pns11 vvd dt n2 pp-f dt j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
58 and pluckt the spoil out of his teeth. and plucked the spoil out of his teeth. cc vvd dt n1 av pp-f po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
59 It appears from the History, Job was not only a Good Man, and a Good Citizen, It appears from the History, Job was not only a Good Man, and a Good Citizen, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, n1 vbds xx av-j dt j n1, cc dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
60 but a good Magistrat, and he answers this Character, by his sincere Love to Justice and Mercy, but a good Magistrate, and he answers this Character, by his sincere Love to justice and Mercy, cc-acp dt j n1, cc pns31 vvz d n1, p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
61 like a Good Ruler, he makes the Impartial Administration of Justice his chief Business and delight, his Ornament and Glory, 'tis better in his account, like a Good Ruler, he makes the Impartial Administration of justice his chief Business and delight, his Ornament and Glory, it's better in his account, av-j dt j n1, pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 po31 j-jn n1 cc n1, po31 n1 cc n1, pn31|vbz jc p-acp po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
62 than a Diadem and Robes, and indeed, one single Act of Justice, is of far greater value than those; than a Diadem and Robes, and indeed, one single Act of justice, is of Far greater valve than those; cs dt n1 cc n2, cc av, crd j n1 pp-f n1, vbz pp-f av-j jc n1 cs d; (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
63 which without it, are meer pageantry: which without it, Are mere pageantry: r-crq p-acp pn31, vbr j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
64 A good Ruler put on Righteousness in the Morning, wears it all the day, & on the bench wraps it so closely about him, that no Temptation can blow it aside. A good Ruler put on Righteousness in the Morning, wears it all the day, & on the bench wraps it so closely about him, that no Temptation can blow it aside. dt j n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz pn31 d dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 av av-j p-acp pno31, cst dx n1 vmb vvi pn31 av. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
65 From the forcited place, 'tis evident, that Job has no less regard to the Exercise of Mercy, I was eyes to the blind &c. Micah 6. God reckons the Exercise of Justice and Mercy, the whole of our obedience, From the forcited place, it's evident, that Job has no less regard to the Exercise of Mercy, I was eyes to the blind etc. micah 6. God reckons the Exercise of justice and Mercy, the Whole of our Obedience, p-acp dt j n1, pn31|vbz j, cst n1 vhz dx dc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vbds n1 p-acp dt j av np1 crd np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt j-jn pp-f po12 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
66 and prefers it before Ten thousand Rivers of Oyl, and Rom. 13.4. the two very different setts of Men, There, make the Exercise of Mercy and Justice equally necessary. and prefers it before Ten thousand rivers of Oil, and Rom. 13.4. the two very different sets of Men, There, make the Exercise of Mercy and justice equally necessary. cc vvz pn31 p-acp crd crd n2 pp-f n1, cc np1 crd. dt crd av j n2 pp-f n2, a-acp, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av-jn j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
67 For he is the Minister of God to thee for good: For he is the Minister of God to thee for good: c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21 p-acp j: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
68 But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid, for he beareth not the Sword in vain: But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid, for he bears not the Sword in vain: cc-acp cs pns21 vdb d r-crq vbz j-jn, vbb j, c-acp pns31 vvz xx dt n1 p-acp j: (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
69 For he is the Minister of GOD, a Revenger to execute wrath upon him that doth evil. For he is the Minister of GOD, a Revenger to execute wrath upon him that does evil. c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31 cst vdz av-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 9 Image 2
70 I shall follow forth this Head, First by taking a separate view of Mercy and Justice, the two essential parts of a well manag'd Goverment. 2. Consider them in Conjunction, I shall follow forth this Head, First by taking a separate view of Mercy and justice, the two essential parts of a well managed Government. 2. Consider them in Conjunction, pns11 vmb vvi av d n1, ord p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt crd j n2 pp-f dt av vvd n1. crd np1 pno32 p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
71 as giving mutual help and support one to another. 3. Demonstrat, that in all publick Administrations, Magistrats should have a particular regard to them. 4. Bring home all to practice. as giving mutual help and support one to Another. 3. Demonstrate, that in all public Administrations, Magistrates should have a particular regard to them. 4. Bring home all to practice. c-acp vvg j n1 cc vvi pi p-acp n-jn. crd vvi, cst p-acp d j n2, n2 vmd vhi dt j n1 p-acp pno32. crd vvb av-an d p-acp n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 10 Image 2
72 As to the first, I shall begin with Mercy, not only because our Psalmist does so, As to the First, I shall begin with Mercy, not only Because our Psalmist does so, c-acp p-acp dt ord, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1, xx av-j c-acp po12 n1 vdz av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
73 but because this sweer and gentle method, all Magistrates should observe: Drawing the Sword is the last remedy, and never to be used, save in Extremity, but Because this sweer and gentle method, all Magistrates should observe: Drawing the Sword is the last remedy, and never to be used, save in Extremity, cc-acp c-acp d j cc j n1, d n2 vmd vvi: vvg dt n1 vbz dt ord n1, cc av-x pc-acp vbi vvn, vvb p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
74 when all other ways prove unffectual, and nothing else can serve the turn. when all other ways prove unffectual, and nothing Else can serve the turn. c-crq d j-jn n2 vvb j, cc pix av vmb vvi dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
75 God himself Reckons Justice his Strange Work, a forreign part of his Providence, and which he never works till constrained, God himself Reckons justice his Strange Work, a foreign part of his Providence, and which he never works till constrained, np1 px31 vvz n1 po31 j n1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc r-crq pns31 av-x vvz c-acp vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
76 and ev'n then with some aversion: and even then with Some aversion: cc av av p-acp d n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
77 Mercy is God's Darling and triumphant Attribute, the immediat offspring of his nature, but for this divine affection, the World long since had fallen about our ears: Mercy is God's Darling and triumphant Attribute, the immediate offspring of his nature, but for this divine affection, the World long since had fallen about our ears: n1 vbz npg1 np1 cc j n1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc-acp p-acp d j-jn n1, dt n1 av-j a-acp vhd vvn p-acp po12 n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
78 Mercy challengeth the present scene as its own; And the conclusion of time is almost All that is reserved for Justice? Mercy Challengeth the present scene as its own; And the conclusion of time is almost All that is reserved for justice? n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp po31 d; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av d cst vbz vvn p-acp n1? (2) sermon (DIV1) 11 Image 2
79 The Mercy of Rulers ought to be a copy of that wondrous Compassion God shewed to a destroyed World, The Mercy of Rulers ought to be a copy of that wondrous Compassion God showed to a destroyed World, dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 np1 vvd p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
80 and as far as Possible, an exact Transcript of that Grand exemplar, and consisteth. 1. In, their protecting and defending the Innocent from all unjust violence and oppression. and as Far as Possible, an exact Transcript of that Grand exemplar, and Consisteth. 1. In, their protecting and defending the Innocent from all unjust violence and oppression. cc c-acp av-j c-acp j, dt j n1 pp-f cst j n1, cc vvz. crd p-acp, po32 vvg cc vvg dt j-jn p-acp d j n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
81 They are by sacred Writters stiled Gods, and by both sacred and prophane Fathers, for the great tenderness they should Exercise towards their people that are their Children and creatures; They Are by sacred Writters styled God's, and by both sacred and profane Father's, for the great tenderness they should Exercise towards their people that Are their Children and creatures; pns32 vbr p-acp j np1 vvd n2, cc p-acp d j cc j n2, p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n1 cst vbr po32 n2 cc n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
82 A Cruel Father, is an Ʋnnatural, and a Cruel God is a Monstrous thing. A Cruel Father, is an Ʋnnatural, and a Cruel God is a Monstrous thing. dt j n1, vbz dt j, cc dt j np1 vbz dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
83 Magistrats are appointed to be Cities of Refuge, where the oppressed may take Sanctuary, and therefore should be all Eye to spy out the peoples Burdens, all Ear to hear their Complaints, Magistrates Are appointed to be Cities of Refuge, where the oppressed may take Sanctuary, and Therefore should be all Eye to spy out the peoples Burdens, all Ear to hear their Complaints, n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n-vvn vmb vvi n1, cc av vmd vbi d vvb pc-acp vvi av dt ng1 n2, d n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
84 and all Hands to relieve them; and avenge them of their Adversaries. and all Hands to relieve them; and avenge them of their Adversaries. cc d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32; cc vvi pno32 pp-f po32 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
85 The Unjust Judge in the Gospel, is not branded with any wrongful Sentence, or Act of Unjustice, The Unjust Judge in the Gospel, is not branded with any wrongful Sentence, or Act of Unjustice, dt j-u n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz xx vvn p-acp d j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
86 but with want of a Merciful Disposition, he had not Bowels enough towards the injured widow, who makes many a vain Journey to his Lodgings. but with want of a Merciful Disposition, he had not Bowels enough towards the injured widow, who makes many a vain Journey to his Lodgings. cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vhd xx n2 av-d p-acp dt j-vvn n1, r-crq vvz d dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 12 Image 2
87 This mercy, in the second place, is much concerned in regulating the Execution of the Laws on Offenders; This mercy, in the second place, is much concerned in regulating the Execution of the Laws on Offenders; d n1, p-acp dt ord n1, vbz av-d vvn p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
88 Magistrates may not go to the utmost rigour against them, some consideration would be had of the disadvantageous circumstances mankind labours under: Magistrates may not go to the utmost rigour against them, Some consideration would be had of the disadvantageous Circumstances mankind labours under: n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno32, d n1 vmd vbi vhn pp-f dt j n2 n1 vvz p-acp: (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
89 Humane Frailties and Infirmities, Surprises and ignorance, plead strong for some abatement and moderation; Humane Frailties and Infirmities, Surprises and ignorance, plead strong for Some abatement and moderation; j n2 cc n1, vvz cc n1, vvb j p-acp d n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
90 else the best and wisest Law-givers can't so frame their Laws, as that a strict and rigourous Execution of them, shall not be an unsupportable severity: Else the best and Wisest Lawgivers can't so frame their Laws, as that a strict and rigorous Execution of them, shall not be an unsupportable severity: av dt js cc js n2 vmb|pn31 av vvi po32 n2, c-acp cst dt j cc j n1 pp-f pno32, vmb xx vbi dt j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
91 for the highest act of Justice, is a kind of unjustice; for the highest act of justice, is a kind of unjustice; c-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
92 and it were hard to urge the letter of the Law too farre, when neither the intention of the Law-giver, and it were hard to urge the Letter of the Law too Far, when neither the intention of the Lawgiver, cc pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av av-j, c-crq av-dx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
93 nor common Equity (the standard of all Laws) are violated: and where the cause is doubtfull they should incline to mercy as the safer side; nor Common Equity (the standard of all Laws) Are violated: and where the cause is doubtful they should incline to mercy as the safer side; ccx j n1 (dt n1 pp-f d n2) vbr vvn: cc c-crq dt n1 vbz j pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt jc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
94 for better spare ten Guilty, then destroy one Innocent: for better spare ten Guilty, then destroy one Innocent: p-acp jc vvi crd j, av vvb pi j-jn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
95 of the injury done the latter, no reparation can be made, the fault cannot be mended; of the injury done the latter, no reparation can be made, the fault cannot be mended; pp-f dt n1 vdn dt d, dx n1 vmb vbi vvn, dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
96 but though the other may for some time flie from the hand of justice, Vengeance will not suffer them always to escape. but though the other may for Some time fly from the hand of Justice, Vengeance will not suffer them always to escape. cc-acp cs dt n-jn vmb p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 vmb xx vvi pno32 av pc-acp vvi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
97 'Tis some what strange what is storied of a sentence of the Areopagi, the great court of Athens, before whom a Lady was arraign'd, It's Some what strange what is storied of a sentence of the Areopagus, the great court of Athens, before whom a Lady was arraigned, pn31|vbz d r-crq j r-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2, dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbds vvn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
98 and accused for killing her Husband and Son, because they had kill'd a Son of hers by another Husband: and accused for killing her Husband and Son, Because they had killed a Son of hers by Another Husband: cc vvn p-acp vvg po31 n1 cc n1, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f png31 p-acp n-jn n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
99 the Judges ordered her and her Accuser to appear before them, some hundred of years after, declaring thereby, they would not absolve, the Judges ordered her and her Accuser to appear before them, Some hundred of Years After, declaring thereby, they would not absolve, dt n2 vvd pno31 cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, d crd pp-f n2 a-acp, vvg av, pns32 vmd xx vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
100 and could not condemn her, but leave the determination of the cause to the gods. and could not condemn her, but leave the determination of the cause to the God's. cc vmd xx vvi pno31, cc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 13 Image 2
101 I come now to the Second, the exercise of justice, the Magistrats weareth not God's Sword in vain, I come now to the Second, the exercise of Justice, the Magistrates weareth not God's Sword in vain, pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n2 vvz xx npg1 n1 p-acp j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
102 but to manage and and weild it as God himself Would, were he on the Earth. but to manage and and wield it as God himself Would, were he on the Earth. cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc cc vvi pn31 p-acp np1 px31 vmd, vbdr pns31 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 14 Image 2
103 A Godly Ruler proposeth to himself the best and most excellent Laws, by which he is to Govern, A Godly Ruler Proposeth to himself the best and most excellent Laws, by which he is to Govern, dt j n1 vvz p-acp px31 dt js cc av-ds j n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
104 and takes up a fixt resolution, never to swerve from, nor do any thing that's contrary or disagreeable to them; and Takes up a fixed resolution, never to swerve from, nor do any thing that's contrary or disagreeable to them; cc vvz a-acp dt vvn n1, av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp, ccx vdb d n1 cst|vbz j-jn cc j p-acp pno32; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
105 Yea, in the smallest-circumstances, and on all occasions to exercise Justice, without being diverted from the same, by any temptation, of promises or threats, or nearness of Relation; Yea, in the smallest-circumstances, and on all occasions to exercise justice, without being diverted from the same, by any temptation, of promises or Treats, or nearness of Relation; uh, p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp dt d, p-acp d n1, pp-f n2 cc n2, cc n1 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
106 Justice is blind, and has no regard to these forreigne considerations, but only to the merit of the cause. justice is blind, and has no regard to these foreign considerations, but only to the merit of the cause. n1 vbz j, cc vhz dx n1 p-acp d j n2, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 15 Image 2
107 Rulers are under the greatest obligations to this, whither we consider their relation to God, or to the Law, or to the People: Rulers Are under the greatest obligations to this, whither we Consider their Relation to God, or to the Law, or to the People: n2 vbr p-acp dt js n2 p-acp d, c-crq pns12 vvb po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
108 As to the first, They are the Ministers of a righteous God who loveth, and delighteth in Righteousness: As to the First, They Are the Ministers of a righteous God who loves, and delights in Righteousness: c-acp p-acp dt ord, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j np1 r-crq vvz, cc vvz p-acp n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
109 to do Judgement, is more to him, than all Sacrifices and whole Burnt — Offerings: These without That are unprofitable, unacceptable and an abomination, Isa. 1.11, 12, 13.17. These Solemn and August Ordinances, tho' commanded and rewarded by the Lord, yet when divorced and separated from Justice, are but bright Sins in his account: to do Judgement, is more to him, than all Sacrifices and Whole Burned — Offerings: These without That Are unprofitable, unacceptable and an abomination, Isaiah 1.11, 12, 13.17. These Solemn and August Ordinances, though commanded and rewarded by the Lord, yet when divorced and separated from justice, Are but bright Sins in his account: pc-acp vdi n1, vbz av-dc p-acp pno31, cs d n2 cc j-jn vvn — n2: d p-acp cst vbr j, j cc dt n1, np1 crd, crd, crd. np1 j cc np1 n2, cs vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, av c-crq vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, vbr cc-acp j n2 p-acp po31 n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
110 He puts upon them a Slight, as Solemn as their Institution, Who required those things at your hands? The practice of Rulers should have a conformity to the eternal Law of Righteousness: He puts upon them a Slight, as Solemn as their Institution, Who required those things At your hands? The practice of Rulers should have a conformity to the Eternal Law of Righteousness: pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 dt j, p-acp j c-acp po32 n1, r-crq vvd d n2 p-acp po22 n2? dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
111 For the Power, the Bench, the Judgement, are the Lord's, and must not be made Tools and Weapons of Unrighteousness, this were to profane the most sacred Things. For the Power, the Bench, the Judgement, Are the Lord's, and must not be made Tools and Weapons of Unrighteousness, this were to profane the most sacred Things. c-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, vbr dt n2, cc vmb xx vbi vvn n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, d vbdr pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 16 Image 2
112 They are likewise appointed to be the Guardians of the Laws, trusted with the keeping and execution of them: They Are likewise appointed to be the Guardians of the Laws, trusted with the keeping and execution of them: pns32 vbr av vvn pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f dt n2, vvn p-acp dt n-vvg cc n1 pp-f pno32: (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
113 They should be a living Law: The best Laws without Execution are a dead Letter, they want edge: They should be a living Law: The best Laws without Execution Are a dead letter, they want edge: pns32 vmd vbi dt j-vvg n1: dt js n2 p-acp n1 vbr dt j n1, pns32 vvb n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
114 The Law must take special hold of Persons guilty of gross Immoralities and Disorders, unsupportable to any Government, such Disturbers of humane Society, have need to be mortified; The Law must take special hold of Persons guilty of gross Immoralities and Disorders, unsupportable to any Government, such Disturbers of humane Society, have need to be mortified; dt n1 vmb vvi j n1 pp-f n2 j pp-f j n2 cc n2, j p-acp d n1, d n2 pp-f j n1, vhb n1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
115 For they are a Scandal to Christianity, a Reproach of Mankind, and draw down Judgements on themselves and others: For they Are a Scandal to Christianity, a Reproach of Mankind, and draw down Judgments on themselves and Others: c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb a-acp n2 p-acp px32 cc n2-jn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
116 Compassion to the Innocent makes the Punishment of others sometimes necessary; and the Perverseness of some Men accents the Song of Judgement against them. Compassion to the Innocent makes the Punishment of Others sometime necessary; and the Perverseness of Some Men accents the Song of Judgement against them. n1 p-acp dt j-jn vvz dt n1 pp-f n2-jn av j; cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 n2 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (2) sermon (DIV1) 17 Image 2
117 Lastly, Their relation to the People (who have lodged in them all exercise of Power) is a strong Bond: Lastly, Their Relation to the People (who have lodged in them all exercise of Power) is a strong Bound: ord, po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 (r-crq vhb vvn p-acp pno32 d n1 pp-f n1) vbz dt j n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
118 They have trusted them with all their most precious Things, their Estates, their Liberties, their Lives, They have trusted them with all their most precious Things, their Estates, their Liberties, their Lives, pns32 vhb vvn pno32 p-acp d po32 av-ds j n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
119 and, which is to them dearest of all, their Religion: Now, to betray under Trust, those unvaluable Priviledges, were an unpardonable Treachery. and, which is to them dearest of all, their Religion: Now, to betray under Trust, those unvaluable Privileges, were an unpardonable Treachery. cc, r-crq vbz p-acp pno32 n1 pp-f d, po32 n1: av, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, d j n2, vbdr dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 18 Image 2
120 We come now to the Second Thing proposed, the consideration of the Two, in conjunction, We come now to the Second Thing proposed, the consideration of the Two, in conjunction, pns12 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1 vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt crd, p-acp n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
121 and First, They make the Magistrat the lively Image of God, who is both Mercifull and Just, those Two Divine Attributes have their different Actings on their proper Objects, without doing prejudice one to another, and First, They make the Magistrate the lively Image of God, who is both Merciful and Just, those Two Divine Attributes have their different Actings on their proper Objects, without doing prejudice one to Another, cc ord, pns32 vvb dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz d j cc j, d crd j-jn n2 vhb po32 j n2 p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp vdg n1 pi p-acp j-jn, (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
122 and in the Proclamation GOD makes of himself to Moses, Mercy is the first, and Justice the last part of his Name. and in the Proclamation GOD makes of himself to Moses, Mercy is the First, and justice the last part of his Name. cc p-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pp-f px31 p-acp np1, n1 vbz dt ord, cc n1 dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
123 Besides, his two eternal Decrees concerning Man's final state, are commonly thought Acts of the highest Mercy and Justice, Rom. 9.18. Beside, his two Eternal Decrees Concerning Man's final state, Are commonly Thought Acts of the highest Mercy and justice, Rom. 9.18. p-acp, po31 crd j n2 vvg ng1 j n1, vbr av-j vvn n2 pp-f dt js n1 cc n1, np1 crd. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
124 And farther his glorious Providences, shine bright with a wise mixture of them: In every Dispensation, Mercy, and Justice kiss each one other. And farther his glorious Providences, shine bright with a wise mixture of them: In every Dispensation, Mercy, and justice kiss each one other. cc av-jc png31 j n2, vvb j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32: p-acp d n1, n1, cc n1 vvb d crd j-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
125 Such an Administration, is also an Emblem of the Great and General Judgement, which God has design'd for the manifestation of his Mercy and Justice. Such an Administration, is also an Emblem of the Great and General Judgement, which God has designed for the manifestation of his Mercy and justice. d dt n1, vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
126 Secondly, The double Title of Father and Ruler, of God and Judge, the Magistrate wears, is to be considered; Secondly, The double Title of Father and Ruler, of God and Judge, the Magistrate wears, is to be considered; ord, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pp-f np1 cc n1, dt n1 vvz, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
127 The one Designation, is as full of Pity, as the other is of Terrour. The one Designation, is as full of Pity, as the other is of Terror. dt crd n1, vbz a-acp j pp-f n1, c-acp dt n-jn vbz pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
128 Thirdly, That they are a counterpart of, and fitly answer the two essential Peeces of Sanctification, Love to God, and hatred of Evil. Fourthly, By a Government so qualified, God doth in a manner, make streight that which seem'd crooked: Thirdly, That they Are a counterpart of, and fitly answer the two essential Pieces of Sanctification, Love to God, and hatred of Evil. Fourthly, By a Government so qualified, God does in a manner, make straight that which seemed crooked: ord, cst pns32 vbr av vvb pp-f, cc av-j vvi dt crd j n2 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp np1, cc n1 pp-f np1 ord, p-acp dt n1 av vvn, np1 vdz p-acp dt n1, vvb av-j cst r-crq vvd j: (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
129 What is wanting in immediat Providence, with respect to the Evil and the Good, is here supplied: What is wanting in immediate Providence, with respect to the Evil and the Good, is Here supplied: q-crq vbz vvg p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn cc dt j, vbz av vvn: (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
130 so that the Atheist has no reason to talk so much of prosperous Wickedness, and oppressed Innocence. so that the Atheist has no reason to talk so much of prosperous Wickedness, and oppressed Innocence. av cst dt n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi av d pp-f j n1, cc j-vvn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 19 Image 2
131 In the Third place, I come to shew, That 'tis very necessary and reasonable, that Persons in Authority should in all their publick Administrations, mingle Mercy and Justice together, In the Third place, I come to show, That it's very necessary and reasonable, that Persons in authority should in all their public Administrations, mingle Mercy and justice together, p-acp dt ord n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi, cst pn31|vbz av j cc j, cst n2 p-acp n1 vmd p-acp d po32 j n2, vvb n1 cc n1 av, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
132 and here I shal confine my self to one main Topick, as most proper for the Day, and Here I shall confine my self to one main Topic, as most proper for the Day, cc av pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp crd n1 np1, c-acp ds j p-acp dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
133 namely, The mighty and universal Influence such a Government has on the publick Happiness and Prosperity of humane Society, Prov. 14.34. Righteousness exalteth a Nation: Two things prove this, 1. The Justice of the Divine Providence. namely, The mighty and universal Influence such a Government has on the public Happiness and Prosperity of humane Society, Curae 14.34. Righteousness Exalteth a nation: Two things prove this, 1. The justice of the Divine Providence. av, dt j cc j n1 d dt n1 vhz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1, np1 crd. n1 vvz dt n1: crd n2 vvb d, crd dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
134 Indeed as to particular Persons, the Providences of God are many times promiscuously administred in this World; Indeed as to particular Persons, the Providences of God Are many times promiscuously administered in this World; np1 c-acp p-acp j n2, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr d n2 av-j vvn p-acp d n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
135 so that no Man can certainly conclude God's Love or Hatred to any person, by any thing that befalls him in this Life. so that no Man can Certainly conclude God's Love or Hatred to any person, by any thing that befalls him in this Life. av cst dx n1 vmb av-j vvi npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1 cst vvz pno31 p-acp d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
136 But God do's not deal thus with Nations; But God do's not deal thus with nations; p-acp np1 vdi|po31 xx vvi av p-acp n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
137 because publick Bodies and Communities of Men, as such, can only be rewarded and punished in this World: Because public Bodies and Communities of Men, as such, can only be rewarded and punished in this World: c-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, c-acp d, vmb av-j vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
138 For in the next, all those publick Societies and Combinations, wherein Men are now link'd together, under several Governments, shal be dissolved. For in the next, all those public Societies and Combinations, wherein Men Are now linked together, under several Governments, shall be dissolved. c-acp p-acp dt ord, d d j n2 cc n2, c-crq n2 vbr av vvn av, p-acp j n2, vmb vbi vvn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
139 God will not then reward or punish Nations, as Nations. God will not then reward or Punish nations, as nations. np1 vmb xx av vvi cc vvi n2, c-acp n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
140 And a little after, In the usual Course of his Providence, he recompenseth Religious and Vertuous Nations, with temporal Blessings and Prosperity, And a little After, In the usual Course of his Providence, he recompenseth Religious and Virtuous nations, with temporal Blessings and Prosperity, cc dt j a-acp, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz j cc j n2, p-acp j n2 cc n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
141 For which Reason Austin tells us, That the mighty Success and long Prosperity of the Romans, was a Reward given them by God for their eminent Justice — This the Scripture declares to be the setled Course of God's Providence; For which Reason Austin tells us, That the mighty Success and long Prosperity of the Roman, was a Reward given them by God for their eminent justice — This the Scripture declares to be the settled Course of God's Providence; p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz pno12, cst dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt njp2, vbds dt n1 vvn pno32 p-acp np1 p-acp po32 j n1 — d dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
142 That a Righteous Nation shal be Happy, They work of Righteousness shal be Peace, and the effects of Righteousness, Quietness and Assurance for every. Thus far the Learned Primate. That a Righteous nation shall be Happy, They work of Righteousness shall be Peace, and the effects of Righteousness, Quietness and Assurance for every. Thus Far the Learned Primate. cst dt j n1 vmb vbi j, pns32 vvb pp-f n1 vmb vbi n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp d. av av-j dt j n-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 20 Image 2
143 2. Their joynt exercise doth in its own nature conduce to the publick interest. 2. Their joint exercise does in its own nature conduce to the public Interest. crd po32 j n1 vdz p-acp po31 d n1 vvi p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
144 When Rulers do checker their Administrations with Mercy and Justice, this tends to make men live together in Peace; When Rulers do checker their Administrations with Mercy and justice, this tends to make men live together in Peace; c-crq n2 vdb n1 po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, d vvz pc-acp vvi n2 vvi av p-acp n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
145 and like a Cement to the Common Wealth, unites and holds all fast together, There cannot be a more certain presage of a declining State, and like a Cement to the Common Wealth, unites and holds all fast together, There cannot be a more certain presage of a declining State, cc av-j dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvz cc vvz d av-j av, a-acp vmbx vbi dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
146 than dissolution of manners, through the neglect of Mercy and Justice. than dissolution of manners, through the neglect of Mercy and justice. cs n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 21 Image 2
147 But to come a little nearer, an equal mixture of Mercy & Justice, does by ballancing the procedure of Rulers, prevent all the evil consequences of bad Administration, But to come a little nearer, an equal mixture of Mercy & justice, does by balancing the procedure of Rulers, prevent all the evil consequences of bad Administration, p-acp pc-acp vvi dt j av-jc, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vdz p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb d dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
148 For, as on the one hand, an effeminat Pity and undiscreet Compassion makes both the Laws and Authority to be trampled on; For, as on the one hand, an effeminate Pity and undiscreet Compassion makes both the Laws and authority to be trampled on; c-acp, c-acp p-acp dt crd n1, dt j n1 cc j n1 vvz d dt n2 cc n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp; (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
149 so, on the other hand, unmix'd wrath turns men desperate, and we can't tell what men driven to extremitie may do. so, on the other hand, unmixed wrath turns men desperate, and we can't tell what men driven to extremity may do. av, p-acp dt j-jn n1, j n1 vvz n2 j, cc pns12 vmb|pn31 vvb q-crq n2 vvn p-acp n1 vmb vdi. (2) sermon (DIV1) 22 Image 2
150 But let us yet take a nearer view & prospect of the matter, and we shall observe how admirably the two are adjusted to the two great governing passions of man, Hope and fear, that are as the helme of Societies; But let us yet take a nearer view & prospect of the matter, and we shall observe how admirably the two Are adjusted to the two great governing passion of man, Hope and Fear, that Are as the helm of Societies; p-acp vvb pno12 av vvi dt jc n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi c-crq av-j dt crd vbr vvn p-acp dt crd j vvg n2 pp-f n1, vvb cc n1, cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
151 a well temper'd Goverment, by taking hold of Them, constrains men to Good, and restrains from evil. a well tempered Government, by taking hold of Them, constrains men to Good, and restrains from evil. dt av vvd n1, p-acp vvg n1 pp-f pno32, vvz n2 p-acp j, cc vvz p-acp n-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
152 Some Persons are of a Good and Generous disposition; such are a proper province for Mercy to gain; some Persons Are of a Good and Generous disposition; such Are a proper province for Mercy to gain; d n2 vbr pp-f dt j cc j n1; d vbr dt j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi; (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
153 they must be drawn with Cords of a man, and bands of Love; they must be drawn with Cords of a man, and bans of Love; pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
154 Others have a more ackward temper, and tempt the Ruler to instruct them, as Gideon did the men of Succoth with Briets & Thorns, in fine, the great variety of Peoples conditions and manners, Others have a more ackward temper, and tempt the Ruler to instruct them, as gideon did the men of Succoth with Briets & Thorns, in fine, the great variety of Peoples conditions and manners, n2-jn vhb dt av-dc av-j n1, cc vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, c-acp np1 vdd dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp j, dt j n1 pp-f ng1 n2 cc n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
155 and their different circumstances, call for different treatment to some, the Melancholy tune of Justice must be Sung Others must be comforted with the calm and still voice of Mercy. and their different Circumstances, call for different treatment to Some, the Melancholy tune of justice must be Sung Others must be comforted with the Cam and still voice of Mercy. cc po32 j n2, vvb p-acp j n1 p-acp d, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn ng2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 23 Image 2
156 I come now in the last place, to make some improvement of what is said, by bringing it home to the business of ye Day. I come now in the last place, to make Some improvement of what is said, by bringing it home to the business of the Day. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vvn, p-acp vvg pn31 av-an p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
157 And I beg liberty to address my self to those Honourable Persons, who had the Goverment of the City this last year, And I beg liberty to address my self to those Honourable Persons, who had the Government of the city this last year, cc pns11 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp d j n2, r-crq vhd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 d ord n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
158 and are now to lay down the Staff, and commit their power to Others. and Are now to lay down the Staff, and commit their power to Others. cc vbr av pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp n2-jn. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
159 I trust that ye with respect to your publick management, have the approbation of Heaven and the Testimony of your own Consciences, I trust that you with respect to your public management, have the approbation of Heaven and the Testimony of your own Consciences, pns11 vvb cst pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp po22 j n1, vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
160 and honour from men, and to use our Psalmists phrase, since God came to you, he has been ever with you, and honour from men, and to use our Psalmists phrase, since God Come to you, he has been ever with you, cc n1 p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vvi po12 ng1 n1, c-acp np1 vvd p-acp pn22, pns31 vhz vbn av p-acp pn22, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
161 and ye have walk'd with him, and been Just ruling in the fear of God, and you have walked with him, and been Just ruling in the Fear of God, cc pn22 vhb vvn p-acp pno31, cc vbi av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
162 and as the light of the Morning, when the Sun riseth, as a morning without Clouds, and as the Light of the Morning, when the Sun Riseth, as a morning without Clouds, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz, c-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
163 as the tender Grass springing out of the Earth, by clear shining after Ram, ye are under the deepest Obligations, to preserve the power in its proper subject, by handing it down to Faithful men; as the tender Grass springing out of the Earth, by clear shining After Ram, you Are under the Deepest Obligations, to preserve the power in its proper Subject, by handing it down to Faithful men; c-acp dt j n1 vvg av pp-f dt n1, p-acp j j-vvg p-acp n1, pn22 vbr p-acp dt js-jn n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 j n-jn, p-acp vvg pn31 a-acp p-acp j n2; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
164 for ye are ye Image of God, as ye are men, as Christians, as Magistrates, for you Are the Image of God, as you Are men, as Christians, as Magistrates, c-acp pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn22 vbr n2, c-acp np1, c-acp n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
165 and as Ministers of Mercy and Justice to the People, look therefore that the Persons ye Elect this day, have the Qualifications required in a Good Ruler. and as Ministers of Mercy and justice to the People, look Therefore that the Persons you Elect this day, have the Qualifications required in a Good Ruler. cc c-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb av cst dt n2 pn22 n1 d n1, vhb dt n2 vvd p-acp dt j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
166 Exod. 18, 21. Moreover thou shalt provide out of all the People, able men, such as fear God, men of Truth hating Covetousness, Exod 18, 21. Moreover thou shalt provide out of all the People, able men, such as Fear God, men of Truth hating Covetousness, np1 crd, crd av pns21 vm2 vvi av pp-f d dt n1, j n2, d c-acp n1 np1, n2 pp-f n1 vvg n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
167 and place such over them to be Rulers, &c. Let this Text serve as an Authentick Directory to your present Work, and place such over them to be Rulers, etc. Let this Text serve as an Authentic Directory to your present Work, cc vvi d p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi n2, av vvb d n1 vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po22 j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
168 for, without a due observance of it in your Election, there will be an utter neglect of Mercy and Justice. for, without a due observance of it in your Election, there will be an utter neglect of Mercy and justice. c-acp, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po22 n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
169 Ye are to chuse Men of great abilities of mind, Persons of good Judgment and prudence. You Are to choose Men of great abilities of mind, Persons of good Judgement and prudence. pn22 vbr pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f j n2 pp-f n1, n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
170 Magistrates should be wise as an Angel of God, of a discerning Spirit, and vast comprehension; Magistrates should be wise as an Angel of God, of a discerning Spirit, and vast comprehension; np1 vmd vbi j c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f dt j-vvg n1, cc j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
171 they are likewise to be such as fear God; Religion in a Magistrate, (as one well sayeth) strengthens his Authority, they Are likewise to be such as Fear God; Religion in a Magistrate, (as one well Saith) strengthens his authority, pns32 vbr av pc-acp vbi d p-acp n1 np1; n1 p-acp dt n1, (c-acp pi av vvz) vvz po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
172 because it procures veneration, and gains reputation to it and in all the Affairs of the World, Because it procures veneration, and gains reputation to it and in all the Affairs of the World, c-acp pn31 vvz n1, cc vvz n1 p-acp pn31 cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
173 so much reputation is really, so much power. so much reputation is really, so much power. av d n1 vbz av-j, av d n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
174 The Magistrat must have the Greatness of God, and the deformity of vice, and the condition of the People full in his Eye, which he cannot have, The Magistrate must have the Greatness of God, and the deformity of vice, and the condition of the People full in his Eye, which he cannot have, dt n1 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vmbx vhb, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
175 If his heart be not possessed with awful impressions, and a lively sense of Divine Majesty. If his heart be not possessed with awful impressions, and a lively sense of Divine Majesty. cs po31 n1 vbb xx vvn p-acp j n2, cc dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
176 This Holy and Religious fear, serves as a powerful restraint on mens Natures, and makes them invincible, This Holy and Religious Fear, serves as a powerful restraint on men's Nature's, and makes them invincible, d j cc j n1, vvz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp ng2 n2, cc vvz pno32 j, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
177 though assaulted with the great temptations that accompany their Office. though assaulted with the great temptations that accompany their Office. cs vvn p-acp dt j n2 cst vvb po32 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
178 They are also to countenance and encourage Religion by their good example, The lowd practice of a Ruler (as one sayeth) is very infectious, makes a thousand fall at his side, They Are also to countenance and encourage Religion by their good Exampl, The loud practice of a Ruler (as one Saith) is very infectious, makes a thousand fallen At his side, pns32 vbr av p-acp n1 cc vvi n1 p-acp po32 j n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 (c-acp pi vvz) vbz av j, vvz dt crd n1 p-acp po31 n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
179 and ten thousand at his right hand. and ten thousand At his right hand. cc crd crd p-acp po31 j-jn n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
180 The best of men are in danger to turn a little worse by promotion and how much Religion soevet they carry to the bench it will be found little enough when it comes there. The best of men Are in danger to turn a little Worse by promotion and how much Religion soevet they carry to the bench it will be found little enough when it comes there. dt js pp-f n2 vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j av-jc p-acp n1 cc c-crq d n1 vvb pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn j av-d c-crq pn31 vvz a-acp. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
181 Ye must likewise look out for men that are lovers of truth, Judges ought to make a Critical Search, You must likewise look out for men that Are lovers of truth, Judges ought to make a Critical Search, pn22 vmb av vvi av p-acp n2 cst vbr n2 pp-f n1, n2 vmd pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
182 an exact and diligent inquiry after Truth, The Cause I knew not, says Job, I searched out; They should copy after our Lord, who judged not by the appearance of the eye. an exact and diligent inquiry After Truth, The Cause I knew not, Says Job, I searched out; They should copy After our Lord, who judged not by the appearance of the eye. dt j cc j n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 pns11 vvd xx, vvz n1, pns11 vvn av; pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vvd xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
183 They must not be imposed upon, nor abus'd by an artful representation and cunning disguise of matters, They must not be imposed upon, nor abused by an artful representation and cunning disguise of matters, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp, ccx vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc j-jn n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
184 and guilding of falshood with a fair shew of Truth, And to compleat the Character of men fit to be chosen, they must be haters of Covetousness. i. e. and guilding of falsehood with a fair show of Truth, And to complete the Character of men fit to be chosen, they must be haters of Covetousness. i. e. cc vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp j dt n1 pp-f n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1. sy. sy. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
185 Not only innocent of, but full of aversion to that base Vice; Not only innocent of, but full of aversion to that base Vice; xx av-j j-jn pp-f, cc-acp j pp-f n1 p-acp d j n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
186 it was the Emperour Hadrian's common proverb, I am to inrich the People, not my self and a saying of Ptolmeus, the Riches of my subjects are my plenty, Its fit that Magistrats have a flourishing and plentiful fortune, that in dispensing of justice, they may have a single regard to the publick interest, it was the Emperor Hadrian's Common proverb, I am to enrich the People, not my self and a saying of Ptolemy, the Riches of my subject's Are my plenty, Its fit that Magistrates have a flourishing and plentiful fortune, that in dispensing of Justice, they may have a single regard to the public Interest, pn31 vbds dt n1 npg1 j n1, pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi dt n1, xx po11 n1 cc dt n-vvg pp-f np1, dt n2 pp-f po11 n2-jn vbr po11 n1, pn31|vbz j cst n2 vhb dt j-vvg cc j n1, cst p-acp vvg pp-f n1, pns32 vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
187 and no mercenary respect to their own. and no mercenary respect to their own. cc dx j-jn n1 p-acp po32 d. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
188 And above all, they are to have a perfect indignation at that gross perverter of all Justice, Bribery. Judges were wont to be pictur'd without hands, To shut up this exhortation, see ye manage your Election with all possible sincerity, consider ye are a Congregation of Gods, And above all, they Are to have a perfect Indignation At that gross perverter of all justice, Bribery. Judges were wont to be pictured without hands, To shut up this exhortation, see you manage your Election with all possible sincerity, Consider you Are a Congregation of God's, cc p-acp d, pns32 vbr pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f d n1, n1. n2 vbdr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1, vvb pn22 vvb po22 n1 p-acp d j n1, vvb pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
189 and the supreme God is among you, observing and recording all your ways, and weighing your Designs, and the supreme God is among you, observing and recording all your ways, and weighing your Designs, cc dt j np1 vbz p-acp pn22, vvg cc vvg d po22 n2, cc vvg po22 n2, (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
190 and penetrating into the most in ward and hidden Springs of your Actions; In the mid'st of you, diffusing his influences as the Centre of your happiness. and penetrating into the most in ward and hidden Springs of your Actions; In the midst of you, diffusing his influences as the Centre of your happiness. cc vvg p-acp dt ds p-acp n1 cc j-vvn n2 pp-f po22 n2; p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn22, vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 24 Image 2
191 In the second place, I have a word to you, to whom God shall come this day, Take on David 's vows, to sing of Mercy and Judgement; In the second place, I have a word to you, to whom God shall come this day, Take on David is vows, to sing of Mercy and Judgement; p-acp dt ord n1, pns11 vhb dt n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp ro-crq np1 vmb vvi d n1, vvb p-acp np1 vbz n2, pc-acp vvi pp-f n1 cc n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
192 This hath been God's way with you, let it be vour way with the people. This hath been God's Way with you, let it be vour Way with the people. d vhz vbn npg1 n1 p-acp pn22, vvb pn31 vbi po22 n1 p-acp dt n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
193 Know, that though you be Gods on Earth, ye are Subjects of heaven, and accountable to Him that is Higher than the Highest. Know, that though you be God's on Earth, you Are Subject's of heaven, and accountable to Him that is Higher than the Highest. vvb, cst cs pn22 vbb n2 p-acp n1, pn22 vbr n2-jn pp-f n1, cc j p-acp pno31 cst vbz jc cs dt js. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
194 Suffer me to give you a few Directions 1. Exercise Mercy and Justice with Christian Courage, In the Lords cause be bold as a Lyon; Suffer me to give you a few Directions 1. Exercise Mercy and justice with Christian Courage, In the lords cause be bold as a lion; vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi pn22 dt d n2 crd n1 n1 cc n1 p-acp njp n1, p-acp dt n2 n1 vbb j c-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
195 let difficulties only serve to whett your Resolutions; kindle your Zeal, and be a Spur to your endeavours. let difficulties only serve to whet your Resolutions; kindle your Zeal, and be a Spur to your endeavours. vvb n2 av-j vvi pc-acp vvi po22 n2; vvb po22 n1, cc vbb dt vvb p-acp po22 n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
196 Solomons Throne of Judgement was supported by Lyons, an emblem of Courage. The Cowardice of sorry Peasants is altogether unworthy of your Character. Solomons Throne of Judgement was supported by Lyons, an emblem of Courage. The Cowardice of sorry Peasants is altogether unworthy of your Character. np1 n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f j n2 vbz av j pp-f po22 n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
197 He deserves not to wear God's Sword that has not a Heart to draw it, put an in tire confidence in the divine protection, and fear nothing. He deserves not to wear God's Sword that has not a Heart to draw it, put an in tire confidence in the divine protection, and Fear nothing. pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 cst vhz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, vvd dt p-acp n1 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvb pix. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
198 Know, that Providence Exerciseth a peculiar care over Magistrates in the practise and obedience of their Duty? He is with you in Judgement: Know, that Providence Exerciseth a peculiar care over Magistrates in the practice and Obedience of their Duty? He is with you in Judgement: vvb, cst n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1? pns31 vbz p-acp pn22 p-acp n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
199 Ye are fenc'd and rail'd about with his Infinit Wisdom, Almighty power, and unchangeable Faithfulness; You Are fenced and railed about with his Infinite Wisdom, Almighty power, and unchangeable Faithfulness; pn22 vbr vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp po31 j n1, j-jn n1, cc j-u n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
200 Trust God for once, and be Jealous for him, Breath Life into the laguishing Laws, by Executing them on Notorious Offenders: Trust God for once, and be Jealous for him, Breath Life into the laguishing Laws, by Executing them on Notorious Offenders: vvb np1 p-acp a-acp, cc vbi j p-acp pno31, n1 n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n2, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp j n2: (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
201 say to the mighty, lift not up the Horn, rise up for God against evil doers. say to the mighty, lift not up the Horn, rise up for God against evil doers. vvb p-acp dt j, vvb xx a-acp dt n1, vvb a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp j-jn n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
202 Many Disorders abound in the City, make it your business, to drain that Deluge of Impiety, that has over-run it; Many Disorders abound in the city, make it your business, to drain that Deluge of Impiety, that has overrun it; av-d n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb pn31 po22 n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, cst vhz vvi pn31; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
203 Sin unpunish'd, blows up a Government; since unpunished, blows up a Government; n1 j, vvz a-acp dt n1; (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
204 'tis therefore your Wisdom, Interest and Duty, by the due Execution of Justice to prevent it. 2. Ye must do it speedily, this seems to be the Dictat of Nature, Ezra 7.26. Slow pac'd Justice, is the next degree to Unjustice: it's Therefore your Wisdom, Interest and Duty, by the due Execution of justice to prevent it. 2. You must do it speedily, this seems to be the Dictate of Nature, Ezra 7.26. Slow paced justice, is the next degree to Unjustice: pn31|vbz av po22 n1, n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. crd pn22 vmb vdi pn31 av-j, d vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. np1 vvd n1, vbz dt ord n1 p-acp n1: (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
205 And unnecessary Delay in giving of Judgement is a great Grievance. 3. Yet ye would act with great deliberation, which serves as a Check upon the the former. And unnecessary delay in giving of Judgement is a great Grievance. 3. Yet you would act with great deliberation, which serves as a Check upon thee the former. cc j n1 p-acp vvg pp-f n1 vbz dt j n1. crd av pn22 vmd vvi p-acp j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 dt j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
206 Hasty and rash Judgement is a most dangerous thing. Hasty and rash Judgement is a most dangerous thing. j cc j n1 vbz dt av-ds j n1. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
207 An Omniscient God will not punish a Sodom, though their Wickedness was notoriously known, till he first bring them to a Trial. The Ruler is to have two Ears to hear both Parties. an Omniscient God will not Punish a Sodom, though their Wickedness was notoriously known, till he First bring them to a Trial. The Ruler is to have two Ears to hear both Parties. dt j np1 vmb xx vvi dt np1, c-acp po32 n1 vbds av-j vvn, c-acp pns31 ord vvb pno32 p-acp dt np1 dt n1 vbz pc-acp vhi crd n2 pc-acp vvi d n2. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
208 It was an ingenious Check Machetas gave Philip of Macedon, for giving rash Judgement against him, the King having slumbred all the while the Case was a pleading 1 Machetas, at the giving of the Sentence, with a loud Voice, call'd out, I Appeal, at which Philip being surprized, demanded, To whom, To your self Sir, said he, when you are well awake. It was an ingenious Check Machetas gave Philip of Macedon, for giving rash Judgement against him, the King having slumbered all the while the Case was a pleading 1 Machetas, At the giving of the Sentence, with a loud Voice, called out, I Appeal, At which Philip being surprised, demanded, To whom, To your self Sir, said he, when you Are well awake. pn31 vbds dt j n1 np1 vvd vvi pp-f np1, p-acp vvg j n1 p-acp pno31, dt n1 vhg vvd d dt n1 dt n1 vbds dt vvg crd np1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1, vvd av, pns11 vvb, p-acp r-crq np1 vbg vvn, vvn, p-acp ro-crq, p-acp po22 n1 n1, vvd pns31, c-crq pn22 vbr av j. (2) sermon (DIV1) 25 Image 2
209 I conclude all with a serious Advice to the Magistrates and the People, to Read, I conclude all with a serious advice to the Magistrates and the People, to Read, pns11 vvb d p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 cc dt n1, pc-acp vvi, (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2
210 and Consider well that 13 Romans, where we have the true Measures of the People Submission, and the Rulers Power. FINIS. and Consider well that 13 Roman, where we have the true Measures of the People Submission, and the Rulers Power. FINIS. cc vvb av d crd njp2, c-crq pns12 vhb dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 n1, cc dt n2 n1. fw-la. (2) sermon (DIV1) 26 Image 2

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