Humilitie, the saints liuerie; or, The habit of humilitie, the grace of graces fetched out of the wardrobe of Saint Paul. As it was deliuered (for substance) in two sermons at Blacke-Fryers in London, the one, September 22. the other, October 6. 1624. By Daniel Cavvdrey minister of the Word of God, at little Ilford in Essex.

Cawdrey, Daniel, 1588-1664
Publisher: Printed by Iohn Haviland for Edward Brewster and are to be sold at the great west doore of Saint Pauls
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1624
Approximate Era: JamesI
TCP ID: B12016 ESTC ID: None STC ID: None
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 HVMILITIE, The SAINTS Liuerie. OR THE HABIT OF humilitie, the Grace of GRACES. COLOS. 3. 12. Put on — humblenesse of minde. HUMILITY, The SAINTS Livery. OR THE HABIT OF humility, the Grace of GRACES. COLOS. 3. 12. Put on — humbleness of mind. n1, dt ng1 n1. cc dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n2. np1. crd crd vvb a-acp — n1 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 THe whole familie of Mankinde soiourning vpon the face of this earth, may bee differenced into two tribes; THe Whole family of Mankind sojourning upon the face of this earth, may be differenced into two tribes; dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 1
2 the seruants of God, the God of heauen; and the seruants of Satan, the God of this world; the Servants of God, the God of heaven; and the Servants of Satan, the God of this world; dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1; cc dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 1
3 or as Saint Iohn termes them in other names, the children of God, and the children of the Diuell. or as Saint John terms them in other names, the children of God, and the children of the devil. cc c-acp n1 np1 vvz pno32 p-acp j-jn n2, dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 1
4 These two, as they differ inwardly in their internall qualifications: so outwardly, by their externall habit; These two, as they differ inwardly in their internal qualifications: so outwardly, by their external habit; d crd, c-acp pns32 vvb av-j p-acp po32 j n2: av av-j, p-acp po32 j n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
5 as the seruants of Great men by their liueries; or the children of Nobles by their apparrell. as the Servants of Great men by their liveries; or the children of Nobles by their apparel. c-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp po32 n2; cc dt n2 pp-f n2-j p-acp po32 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
6 Both these are implyed by our Apostle in this Chapter: Both these Are employed by our Apostle in this Chapter: av-d d vbr vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
7 The one, vnder the Metaphor of putting off, (as intending some change of condition) in the 8 verse, Put off all these, anger, wrath, &c. The other, by Putting on, in this verse; The one, under the Metaphor of putting off, (as intending Some change of condition) in the 8 verse, Put off all these, anger, wrath, etc. The other, by Putting on, in this verse; dt pi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg a-acp, (c-acp vvg d n1 pp-f n1) p-acp dt crd n1, vvb a-acp d d, n1, n1, av dt n-jn, p-acp vvg a-acp, p-acp d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
8 Put on (as the elect of God, &c.) A new Master, a new liuerie; Put on (as the elect of God, etc.) A new Master, a new livery; vvb p-acp (c-acp dt n-vvn pp-f np1, av) dt j n1, dt j n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
9 A new Father, a new garment: A new Father, a new garment: dt j n1, dt j n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
10 As Ioseph changed his apparell when he came into the seruice of Pharoah: And the prodigall sonne, had the best robe fetcht forth and put vpon him, As Ioseph changed his apparel when he Come into the service of Pharaoh: And the prodigal son, had the best robe fetched forth and put upon him, c-acp np1 vvd po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: cc dt j-jn n1, vhd dt js n1 vvd av cc vvn p-acp pno31, (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
11 after his returne to his Father. After his return to his Father. c-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
12 This robe, for the matter of it, is made of that fine white linnen which is the righteousnesse, or (as the Greeke hath it) the righteousnesses of the Saints: This robe, for the matter of it, is made of that fine white linen which is the righteousness, or (as the Greek hath it) the Righteousness of the Saints: d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vbz vvn pp-f d j j-jn n1 r-crq vbz dt n1, cc (c-acp dt jp vhz pn31) dt n2 pp-f dt n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
13 both that innermost or in-side of Iustification, and this outermost or outside of Sanctification, Put on as holy, saith our Text. This latter is white indeed for the ground; both that innermost or inside of Justification, and this outermost or outside of Sanctification, Put on as holy, Says our Text. This latter is white indeed for the ground; d d j cc n1-an pp-f n1, cc d j cc n1-an pp-f n1, vvb a-acp p-acp j, vvz po12 np1 d d vbz j-jn av p-acp dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
14 but otherwise parti-coloured, both for testification of more speciall loue (like that of Ioseph giuen him by his Father Iacob.) Put on as beloued; but otherwise particoloured, both for testification of more special love (like that of Ioseph given him by his Father Iacob.) Put on as Beloved; cc-acp av j, av-d p-acp n1 pp-f dc j n1 (av-j d pp-f np1 vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1 np1.) vvb a-acp c-acp vvn; (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
15 and also for more noble and notable distinction (as the Kings daughters of old were arrayed) Put on as the elect of God. and also for more noble and notable distinction (as the Kings daughters of old were arrayed) Put on as the elect of God. cc av p-acp av-dc j cc j n1 (c-acp dt n2 n2 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn) vvb a-acp p-acp dt n-vvn pp-f np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
16 All which was sung in a Parable, by that sweet singer of Israell, Psal. 45. 13. The Kings daughter is all glorious within; there's her Iustification: All which was sung in a Parable, by that sweet singer of Israel, Psalm 45. 13. The Kings daughter is all glorious within; there's her Justification: d r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd dt ng1 n1 vbz d j p-acp; pc-acp|vbz po31 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
17 her clothing is of wrought Gold; there's her Sanctification: her clothing is of wrought Gold; there's her Sanctification: po31 n1 vbz a-acp vvn n1; pc-acp|vbz po31 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 2
18 with rayment of needle worke, or as a former translation reades it, wrought about with diuers colours, there's her royall distinction. with raiment of needle work, or as a former Translation reads it, wrought about with diverse colours, there's her royal distinction. p-acp n1 pp-f n1 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 vvz pn31, vvn a-acp p-acp j n2, pc-acp|vbz po31 j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
19 Her outward conuersation beeing ennameld with so many vertues, as so many colours, and embroydered with so many graces, Her outward Conversation being ennameld with so many Virtues, as so many colours, and embroidered with so many graces, po31 j n1 vbg vvn p-acp av d n2, c-acp av d n2, cc vvn p-acp av d n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
20 as so many flowers of needle-worke. as so many flowers of needlework. c-acp av d n2 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
21 This is that garment, which our Apostle here exhorts his Colossians (and in them, vs) to put on. The ground-worke, This is that garment, which our Apostle Here exhorts his colossians (and in them, us) to put on. The groundwork, d vbz d n1, r-crq po12 n1 av vvz po31 njp2 (cc p-acp pno32, pno12) pc-acp vvi a-acp. dt n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
22 for the generall, is nothing but the pure distinguishing white of Sanctification: the diuers colours are the diuers graces expressed in the life of euery true Christian: for the general, is nothing but the pure distinguishing white of Sanctification: the diverse colours Are the diverse graces expressed in the life of every true Christian: p-acp dt n1, vbz pix p-acp dt j j-vvg n-jn pp-f n1: dt j n2 vbr dt j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j np1: (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
23 For there is neither Greeke nor Iew, circumcision, nor vncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond free, but if hee once come to be the adopted sonne of God, he must Put on (as the elect of God, holy, For there is neither Greek nor Iew, circumcision, nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bound free, but if he once come to be the adopted son of God, he must Put on (as the elect of God, holy, p-acp pc-acp vbz dx jp ccx np1, n1, ccx n1, j-jn, jp, n1 j, p-acp cs pns31 a-acp vvi pc-acp vbi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp (c-acp dt n-vvn pp-f np1, j, (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
24 and beloued) bowells of mercy, gentlenesse, humblenesse of minde, &c. But let him looke that he put it on indeed, and not in shew. For I must tell you; and Beloved) bowels of mercy, gentleness, humbleness of mind, etc. But let him look that he put it on indeed, and not in show. For I must tell you; cc j-vvn) n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp vvi pno31 vvi cst pns31 vvd pn31 a-acp av, cc xx p-acp n1. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22; (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
25 There is a subtle Weauer, call'd an Hypocrite, that weaues the spiders webbe, Iob 8. 14. And a cunning Dyer call'd Dissimulation, that will counterfeit both the fashion, There is a subtle Weaver, called an Hypocrite, that weaves the spiders web, Job 8. 14. And a cunning Dyer called Dissimulation, that will counterfeit both the fashion, pc-acp vbz dt j n1, vvd dt n1, cst vvz dt ng1 n1, np1 crd crd cc dt j-jn n1 vvn n1, cst vmb vvi d dt n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
26 and the colour, so neere, that none but a iudicious Artist, that hath his wits exercised to discerne both good and euill, shall bee able to assigne the true difference: and the colour, so near, that none but a judicious Artist, that hath his wits exercised to discern both good and evil, shall be able to assign the true difference: cc dt n1, av av-j, cst pix cc-acp dt j n1, cst vhz po31 n2 vvn pc-acp vvi d j cc j-jn, vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
27 To take a Say of all the particulars in the Text, would require more time, than is permitted me at this present: To take a Say of all the particulars in the Text, would require more time, than is permitted me At this present: pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f d dt n2-j p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi dc n1, cs vbz vvn pno11 p-acp d n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
28 I haue therefore selected, as the middlemost, so the chiefest of the fiue, for my present examination, and your instruction: I have Therefore selected, as the middlemost, so the chiefest of the fiue, for my present examination, and your instruction: pns11 vhb av vvn, c-acp dt js, av dt js-jn pp-f dt crd, p-acp po11 j n1, cc po22 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
29 which if it be true, the rest cannot be counterfeit, if it bee fained, the rest cannot bee true: which if it be true, the rest cannot be counterfeit, if it be feigned, the rest cannot be true: r-crq cs pn31 vbb j, dt n1 vmbx vbi j-jn, cs pn31 vbb vvn, dt n1 vmbx vbi j: (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
30 Put on humblenesse of minde, or Humilitie: Of which that wee may speake distinctly, wee purpose to doe two things. Put on humbleness of mind, or Humility: Of which that we may speak distinctly, we purpose to do two things. vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1: pp-f r-crq d pns12 vmb vvi av-j, pns12 vvb pc-acp vdi crd n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 1 Page 3
31 First, Distinguish it from all such things as are like it, from the choice of the word. First, Distinguish it from all such things as Are like it, from the choice of the word. ord, vvb pn31 p-acp d d n2 c-acp vbr vvb pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 2 Page 4
32 Secondly, Define it, or rather describe it from the full sense of the word. For the distinction of it; Qui bene distinguit, bene docet; was the old rule; Secondly, Define it, or rather describe it from the full sense of the word. For the distinction of it; Qui bene distinguit, bene docet; was the old Rule; ord, vvb pn31, cc av-c vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la; vbds dt j n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 3 Page 4
33 He that distinguishes well, teaches well. He that Distinguishes well, Teaches well. pns31 cst vvz av, vvz av. (4) tract (DIV1) 4 Page 4
34 There are three things, if not in nature, yet in name, very like it, especially in the tongue, wherein the Apostle writ. There Are three things, if not in nature, yet in name, very like it, especially in the tongue, wherein the Apostle writ. pc-acp vbr crd n2, cs xx p-acp n1, av p-acp n1, av av-j pn31, av-j p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 4 Page 4
35 First, Abiection, (which the Greekes call NONLATINALPHABET) an abiect or base disposition of minde, (Stulta humilitas, a foolish humilitie, First, Abjection, (which the Greeks call) an abject or base disposition of mind, (Stulta humilitas, a foolish humility, ord, n1, (r-crq dt njp2 vvb) dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, (fw-la fw-la, dt j n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 4
36 as the schooles call it) whereby a man, either out of ignorance of his true worth, as the Schools call it) whereby a man, either out of ignorance of his true worth, c-acp dt n2 vvb pn31) c-crq dt n1, av-d av pp-f n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 4
37 and abilities wherewith God hath enabled him, or out of a sottish carelesnesse, to improue them, and abilities wherewith God hath enabled him, or out of a sottish carelessness, to improve them, cc n2 c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31, cc av pp-f dt j n1, p-acp vvb pno32, (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 4
38 or out of a degenerate timorousnesse to vse them, lets the gifts, whether of nature or grace, rust in obscurity, or out of a degenerate timorousness to use them, lets the Gifts, whither of nature or grace, rust in obscurity, cc av pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, vvb|pno12 dt n2, cs pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb p-acp n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 4
39 and yet pretends for his excuse, this colour of Humilitie. This is pusillanimitie, that vndervalues those endowments which he truly hath. and yet pretends for his excuse, this colour of Humility. This is pusillanimity, that vndervalues those endowments which he truly hath. cc av vvz p-acp po31 n1, d n1 pp-f n1. d vbz n1, cst vvz d n2 r-crq pns31 av-j vhz. (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 4
40 To this purpose may that of the Psalmist be applied, Man beeing in honour (for any excellencies of nature or grace) & hauing no vnderstanding (whether to know them or vse them) is like to the beasts that perish: To this purpose may that of the Psalmist be applied, Man being in honour (for any excellencies of nature or grace) & having no understanding (whither to know them or use them) is like to the beasts that perish: p-acp d n1 vmb d pp-f dt n1 vbb vvn, n1 vbg p-acp n1 (c-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1) cc vhg dx n1 (cs pc-acp vvi pno32 cc vvi pno32) vbz av-j p-acp dt n2 cst vvb: (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 4
41 and that of Solomon: Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a foole, to get wisedome, and that of Solomon: Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool, to get Wisdom, cc d pp-f np1: c-crq vbz a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 4
42 and he hath no heart? either to know it, or vse it. True Humilitie, is modest, but not base; and he hath no heart? either to know it, or use it. True Humility, is modest, but not base; cc pns31 vhz dx n1? av-d pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31. j n1, vbz j, cc-acp xx j; (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 4
43 Neither ignorant, nor sloathfull, nor timorous: Not ignorant; the latter part of the word comes from a roote which signifies to be wise; Neither ignorant, nor slothful, nor timorous: Not ignorant; the latter part of the word comes from a root which signifies to be wise; dx j, ccx j, ccx j: xx j; dt d n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi j; (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 4
44 humbly-wise, and wisely-humble: Not slothfull, not timorous; humbly-wise, and wisely-humble: Not slothful, not timorous; j, cc j: xx j, xx j; (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 5
45 as appeares by the diligent and couragious managing of those imploiments, which it hath once vndertaken. as appears by the diligent and courageous managing of those employments, which it hath once undertaken. c-acp vvz p-acp dt j cc j n-vvg pp-f d n2, r-crq pn31 vhz a-acp vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 5
46 It is not either presumptuously too forward, or too modestly backward: The first occasion manifests, it wanted neither wit nor will; It is not either presumptuously too forward, or too modestly backward: The First occasion manifests, it wanted neither wit nor will; pn31 vbz xx d av-j av av-j, cc av av-j j: dt ord n1 vvz, pn31 vvd dx n1 ccx n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 5
47 onely it wanted a faire opportunity to set it selfe on worke. The difference then betweene abiection and humility is this; only it wanted a fair opportunity to Set it self on work. The difference then between abjection and humility is this; av-j pn31 vvd dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp n1. dt n1 av p-acp n1 cc n1 vbz d; (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 5
48 that the latter arises from the knowledge of a mans imperfections; the former from the ignorance (for the most part) of his perfections. Secondly, Humiliation, NONLATINALPHABET in the Greeke: that the latter arises from the knowledge of a men imperfections; the former from the ignorance (for the most part) of his perfections. Secondly, Humiliation, in the Greek: cst dt d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2; dt j p-acp dt n1 (c-acp dt av-ds n1) pp-f po31 n2. ord, n1, p-acp dt jp: (4) tract (DIV1) 5 Page 5
49 so I finde the word vsed, Iames 1. 10. Let the rich (reioyce) NONLATINALPHABET, in his humiliation, in that he is made low, in that is humbled. so I find the word used, James 1. 10. Let the rich (rejoice), in his humiliation, in that he is made low, in that is humbled. av pns11 vvb dt n1 vvd, np1 crd crd vvb dt j (vvb), p-acp po31 n1, p-acp cst pns31 vbz vvn j, p-acp cst vbz vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 6 Page 5
50 Humiliation and humility, are neere in sound, yet is there (at least sometime) a great deale of difference betweene an humble and an humbled man. For, Humiliation and humility, Are near in found, yet is there (At least sometime) a great deal of difference between an humble and an humbled man. For, n1 cc n1, vbr av-j p-acp n1, av vbz a-acp (p-acp ds av) dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j cc dt vvd n1. p-acp, (4) tract (DIV1) 6 Page 5
51 First, there may be humiliation, without humility; As in Pharoah, God humbled him, and brought him on his knees, by ten seuerall iudgements, First, there may be humiliation, without humility; As in Pharaoh, God humbled him, and brought him on his knees, by ten several Judgments, ord, pc-acp vmb vbi n1, p-acp n1; a-acp p-acp np1, np1 vvn pno31, cc vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp crd j n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 7 Page 5
52 but could neuer make him truly humble: As in Ahab, Hee rent his clothes, and put sackcloth vpon his flesh, but could never make him truly humble: As in Ahab, He rend his clothes, and put Sackcloth upon his Flesh, cc-acp vmd av-x vvi pno31 av-j j: c-acp p-acp np1, pns31 vvd po31 n2, cc vvd n1 p-acp po31 n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 7 Page 5
53 and fasted, and lay in sackcloth, and went softly: and fasted, and lay in Sackcloth, and went softly: cc vvd, cc vvd p-acp n1, cc vvd av-j: (4) tract (DIV1) 7 Page 5
54 In so much, that God himselfe takes notice of it, Seest thou how Ahab humbleth himselfe? yet for all this was hee not humble; for in the next Chapter, he will goe vp to Ramoth Gilead, though God say no. In so much, that God himself Takes notice of it, See thou how Ahab Humbleth himself? yet for all this was he not humble; for in the next Chapter, he will go up to Ramoth Gilead, though God say no. p-acp av av-d, cst np1 px31 vvz n1 pp-f pn31, vv2 pns21 c-crq np1 vvz px31? av p-acp d d vbds pns31 xx j; p-acp p-acp dt ord n1, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp np1 np1, cs np1 vvb av-dx. (4) tract (DIV1) 7 Page 5
55 Thus a poore man, a sicke man, &c. may be proud, nowithstanding his pouerty and affliction; Thus a poor man, a sick man, etc. may be proud, notwithstanding his poverty and affliction; av dt j n1, dt j n1, av vmb vbi j, c-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 7 Page 5
56 His stomacke is broke, but not his heart; Humbled in body, not humble in mind. Still as enuious, as malicious against men: His stomach is broke, but not his heart; Humbled in body, not humble in mind. Still as envious, as malicious against men: po31 n1 vbz vvn, cc-acp xx po31 n1; vvn p-acp n1, xx j p-acp n1. j c-acp j, c-acp j p-acp n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 7 Page 6
57 still as stubborne and stiffe-necked against God. Humiliation, without humilitie. still as stubborn and Stiffnecked against God. Humiliation, without humility. av c-acp j cc j p-acp np1. n1, p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 7 Page 6
58 Secondly, there may bee humility without humiliation; I meane, without the present sense of any cause of humiliation: Thus a rich and wealthy man, liuing in abundance of prosperity, may be humble. Secondly, there may be humility without humiliation; I mean, without the present sense of any cause of humiliation: Thus a rich and wealthy man, living in abundance of Prosperity, may be humble. ord, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp n1; pns11 vvb, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1: av dt j cc j n1, vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vmb vbi j. (4) tract (DIV1) 8 Page 6
59 Thus Dauid a King, in the midst of all his pleasures, still preserued his humilitie, both towards God and men: Thus David a King, in the midst of all his pleasures, still preserved his humility, both towards God and men: av np1 dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2, av vvn po31 n1, av-d p-acp np1 cc n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 8 Page 6
60 Certainly our blessed Sauiour was humble from his birth, before he had any cause of humiliation. Certainly our blessed Saviour was humble from his birth, before he had any cause of humiliation. av-j po12 j-vvn n1 vbds j p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhd d n1 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 8 Page 6
61 Thirdly, there may be humiliation with humility, and the one the cause of the other; and yet they differ in themselues, as heat from fire, or light from the Sunne. Thirdly, there may be humiliation with humility, and the one the cause of the other; and yet they differ in themselves, as heat from fire, or Light from the Sun. ord, pc-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp n1, cc dt crd dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn; cc av pns32 vvb p-acp px32, c-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 9 Page 6
62 That proud King of Babylon, after seuen Winters had passed ouer his head, was humble as well as humbled, and Blessed the most High, and praised and honoured him that liueth for euer, &c. Hence it is, that one and the same word in Hebrew, signifies both affliction, the cause of humiliation, and humility, the effect or consequent of that affliction: As if this were the very end of humiliation, to worke humilitie. That proud King of Babylon, After seuen Winter's had passed over his head, was humble as well as humbled, and Blessed the most High, and praised and honoured him that lives for ever, etc. Hence it is, that one and the same word in Hebrew, signifies both affliction, the cause of humiliation, and humility, the Effect or consequent of that affliction: As if this were the very end of humiliation, to work humility. cst j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp crd n2 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1, vbds j c-acp av c-acp vvn, cc vvn dt av-ds j, cc vvd cc vvd pno31 cst vvz p-acp av, av av pn31 vbz, cst crd cc dt d n1 p-acp njp, vvz d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, dt n1 cc j pp-f d n1: c-acp cs d vbdr dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 9 Page 6
63 For it is supposed, that affliction will breake the strongest heart, and humble the loftiest stomack. For it is supposed, that affliction will break the Strongest heart, and humble the Loftiest stomach. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, cst n1 vmb vvi dt js n1, cc vvi dt js n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 9 Page 6
64 Let patience haue her perfect worke, Iames 1. 4. What's that perfect worke of patience? humility, wrought by the patient enduring of affliction. Let patience have her perfect work, James 1. 4. What's that perfect work of patience? humility, wrought by the patient enduring of affliction. vvb n1 vhi po31 j n1, np1 crd crd q-crq|vbz d j n1 pp-f n1? n1, vvn p-acp dt j j-vvg pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 9 Page 6
65 I but touch vpon the application: Examine whether we be humble indeed, or only humbled. I but touch upon the application: Examine whither we be humble indeed, or only humbled. pns11 cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: vvb cs pns12 vbb j av, cc av-j vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 9 Page 6
66 The hand and rod of God hath beene vpon thee, in thy goods, in thy good name, in thy seruants, in thy children, in thy wife, in thy owne person: The hand and rod of God hath been upon thee, in thy goods, in thy good name, in thy Servants, in thy children, in thy wife, in thy own person: dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn p-acp pno21, p-acp po21 n2-j, p-acp po21 j n1, p-acp po21 n2, p-acp po21 n2, p-acp po21 n1, p-acp po21 d n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 9 Page 7
67 Hath this made thee humble? hath it broken thy heart? made thee abhorre thy selfe in dust and ashes? made thee pliant and flexible to the commands and disposition of God? Now humiliation hath had her perfect worke. Hath this made thee humble? hath it broken thy heart? made thee abhor thy self in dust and Ashes? made thee pliant and flexible to the commands and disposition of God? Now humiliation hath had her perfect work. vhz d vvn pno21 j? vhz pn31 vvn po21 n1? vvd pno21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp n1 cc n2? vvd pno21 j cc j p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1? av n1 vhz vhn po31 j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 9 Page 7
68 But if still as couetous, as ambitious, as luxurious, as obstinate as before; But if still as covetous, as ambitious, as luxurious, as obstinate as before; p-acp cs av c-acp j, c-acp j, c-acp j, c-acp j c-acp a-acp; (4) tract (DIV1) 9 Page 7
69 thou hast beene humbled, but are not humble: and so, as that Father speakes of the Romans, Thou hast lost the profit of affliction; thou hast been humbled, but Are not humble: and so, as that Father speaks of the Roman, Thou hast lost the profit of affliction; pns21 vh2 vbn vvn, p-acp vbr xx j: cc av, c-acp cst n1 vvz pp-f dt njp2, pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 9 Page 7
70 as being most miserable, and yet remaining most wicked. Thirdly, Formall-humility; NONLATINALPHABET, in their phrase: as being most miserable, and yet remaining most wicked. Thirdly, Formall-humility;, in their phrase: c-acp vbg av-ds j, cc av vvg av-ds j. ord, n1;, p-acp po32 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 9 Page 7
71 The Apostle hath not the very word, yet hath hee the substance of it in the former Chapter, in the last verse; The Apostle hath not the very word, yet hath he the substance of it in the former Chapter, in the last verse; dt n1 vhz xx dt j n1, av vhz pns31 dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt ord n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 10 Page 7
72 which things (saith he) haue (NONLATINALPHABET) a shew of wisdome in humility; which things (Says he) have () a show of Wisdom in humility; r-crq n2 (vvz pns31) vhb () dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 10 Page 7
73 As there is a formall knowledge, Rom. 2. 20. and a formall Religion, 2 Tim. 3. 5. so is there a formall humility, which hath the colour, As there is a formal knowledge, Rom. 2. 20. and a formal Religion, 2 Tim. 3. 5. so is there a formal humility, which hath the colour, p-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1, np1 crd crd cc dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd av vbz pc-acp dt j n1, r-crq vhz dt n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 10 Page 7
74 but not the substance of true humility: And this for distinctions sake, is threefold. First, Superstitious humility; of which the Apostle speakes, Col. 2. 18. NONLATINALPHABET; but not the substance of true humility: And this for Distinctions sake, is threefold. First, Superstitious humility; of which the Apostle speaks, Col. 2. 18.; cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f j n1: cc d p-acp n2 n1, vbz j. ord, j n1; pp-f r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd crd; (4) tract (DIV1) 10 Page 7
75 Voluntary humilitie; or being a voluntary in humilitie, and worshipping of Angels, &c. There were some, that thought it too much pride, Voluntary humility; or being a voluntary in humility, and worshipping of Angels, etc. There were Some, that Thought it too much pride, j-jn n1; cc vbg dt j-jn p-acp n1, cc vvg pp-f n2, av a-acp vbdr d, cst vvd pn31 av av-d n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 7
76 or presumption to goe immediately to God in their prayers (as the Fathers obserue vpon the same place) and therefore, in a shew of humilitie, would vse the mediation and intercession of Angels: or presumption to go immediately to God in their Prayers (as the Father's observe upon the same place) and Therefore, in a show of humility, would use the mediation and Intercession of Angels: cc n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2 (c-acp dt n2 vvb p-acp dt d n1) cc av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmd vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
77 This the Apostle condemnes as voluntary worship, and superstitious humility. This the Apostle condemns as voluntary worship, and superstitious humility. d dt n1 vvz p-acp j-jn n1, cc j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
78 It is the very ground of the Romanists, for the like practise, let them quit themselues as they can. It is the very ground of the Romanists, for the like practice, let them quit themselves as they can. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt np1, p-acp dt j n1, vvb pno32 vvi px32 p-acp pns32 vmb. (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
79 It is not humilitie, but pride, to bee humble, lower than our command? If the King should command a subiect to come directly to his owne person, It is not humility, but pride, to be humble, lower than our command? If the King should command a Subject to come directly to his own person, pn31 vbz xx n1, cc-acp n1, pc-acp vbi j, jc cs po12 n1? cs dt n1 vmd vvi dt j-jn pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po31 d n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
80 and hee should still vse the mediation of some other, would hee not iudge his grace and fauour contemned? God hath said, Call vpon mee in the time of trouble, and I will heare thee: and he should still use the mediation of Some other, would he not judge his grace and favour contemned? God hath said, Call upon me in the time of trouble, and I will hear thee: cc pns31 vmd av vvi dt n1 pp-f d n-jn, vmd pns31 xx vvi po31 n1 cc n1 vvn? np1 vhz vvn, vvb p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21: (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
81 Not to doe as wee are commanded, argues contempt, and that arises from pride. Not to do as we Are commanded, argues contempt, and that arises from pride. xx pc-acp vdi c-acp pns12 vbr vvn, vvz n1, cc d vvz p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
82 This ouermuch modesty was taxed in King Ahaz, Isaiah 7. 11, 12, 13. The Lord spake vnto Ahaz, saying, Aske thee a signe of the Lord thy God: This overmuch modesty was taxed in King Ahaz, Isaiah 7. 11, 12, 13. The Lord spoke unto Ahaz, saying, Ask thee a Signen of the Lord thy God: np1 av n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 np1, np1 crd crd, crd, crd dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, vvg, vvb pno21 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 po21 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
83 aske it either in the depth, or in the height aboue: But Ahaz said, I will not aske, Why? neither will I tempt the Lord. ask it either in the depth, or in the height above: But Ahaz said, I will not ask, Why? neither will I tempt the Lord. vvb pn31 d p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 a-acp: cc-acp np1 vvd, pns11 vmb xx vvi, uh-crq? av-d vmb pns11 vvi dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
84 What saith the Prophet of God to this? Heare ye now, O house of Dauid: What Says the Prophet of God to this? Hear you now, Oh house of David: q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d? vvb pn22 av, uh n1 pp-f np1: (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
85 Is it a small thing for you to weary men, but will you weary my God also? or grieue men, Is it a small thing for you to weary men, but will you weary my God also? or grieve men, vbz pn31 dt j n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp j n2, cc-acp vmb pn22 vvi po11 n1 av? cc vvi n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
86 but you will grieue my God also? as a former translation reads it. but you will grieve my God also? as a former Translation reads it. cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi po11 n1 av? p-acp dt j n1 vvz pn31. (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
87 It is no lesse pride, not to aske, where God commands, than to aske where God forbids: It is no less pride, not to ask, where God commands, than to ask where God forbids: pn31 vbz dx dc n1, xx pc-acp vvi, c-crq np1 vvz, cs pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vvz: (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
88 Not to come to him when he cals, is as great an affront to his goodnesse, Not to come to him when he calls, is as great an affront to his Goodness, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz, vbz a-acp j dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
89 as to come to him when he driues vs from him. as to come to him when he drives us from him. c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp pno31. (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
90 No kinde of will-worship is pleasing to God, let it bee neuer so humble in outward shew. No kind of will-worship is pleasing to God, let it be never so humble in outward show. dx n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvg p-acp np1, vvb pn31 vbb av-x av j p-acp j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 11 Page 8
91 Secondly, Hypocriticall humilitie; hypocrisie is the Ape of all vertues, euen pride it selfe puts on the cloake of humilitie, Secondly, Hypocritical humility; hypocrisy is the Ape of all Virtues, even pride it self puts on the cloak of humility, ord, j n1; n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, av n1 pn31 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
92 lest it might bee vilified in its owne clothes. lest it might be vilified in its own clothes. cs pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
93 This we may call proud humility; when a man humbles himselfe to fetch glory out of humility; This we may call proud humility; when a man humbles himself to fetch glory out of humility; np1 pns12 vmb vvi j n1; c-crq dt n1 vvz px31 pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
94 Humble onely in outward gestures and complements when God and his heart tels him hee is inwardly proud & vaineglorious. Humble only in outward gestures and compliments when God and his heart tells him he is inwardly proud & vainglorious. j av-j p-acp j n2 cc n2 c-crq np1 cc po31 n1 vvz pno31 pns31 vbz av-j j cc j. (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
95 The Scribes and Pharisees did all to be seene of men, and yet made shew as if they desired not to be seene. The Scribes and Pharisees did all to be seen of men, and yet made show as if they desired not to be seen. dt n2 cc np2 vdd d pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2, cc av vvd n1 c-acp cs pns32 vvd xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
96 They prayed in the corners of the streets; Why in the streets? but that they desired to be seene; They prayed in the corners of the streets; Why in the streets? but that they desired to be seen; pns32 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2; c-crq p-acp dt n2? cc-acp cst pns32 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
97 Why in the corners of the streets? but that they would make men beleeue they desired not to be seene. This was Absaloms humility; Why in the corners of the streets? but that they would make men believe they desired not to be seen. This was Absaloms humility; c-crq p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2? cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vvi n2 vvb pns32 vvd xx pc-acp vbi vvn. d vbds npg1 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
98 Absolom rose vp early and stood beside the way of the gate, &c. And it was so that when any man came nigh to him, to do him obeysance, he put forth his hand, Absalom rose up early and stood beside the Way of the gate, etc. And it was so that when any man Come High to him, to do him obeisance, he put forth his hand, np1 vvd a-acp av-j cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av cc pn31 vbds av cst c-crq d n1 vvd av-j p-acp pno31, pc-acp vdi pno31 n1, pns31 vvd av po31 n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
99 and tooke him and kissed him. and took him and kissed him. cc vvd pno31 cc vvd pno31. (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
100 Wherefore was Absolom thus humble? To purchase himselfe applause from the people, and so to steale the hearts of the men of Israel; Wherefore was Absalom thus humble? To purchase himself applause from the people, and so to steal the hearts of the men of Israel; q-crq vbds np1 av j? pc-acp vvi px31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
101 and in the end to aduance himselfe into his fathers Throne. and in the end to advance himself into his Father's Throne. cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 ng1 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
102 That man of sinne stiles himselfe seruum seruorum, a seruant of seruants, and by this very shadow of humility, exalts himselfe aboue all that is called God. That man of sin stile himself seruum seruorum, a servant of Servants, and by this very shadow of humility, exalts himself above all that is called God. cst n1 pp-f n1 vvz px31 fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, vvz px31 p-acp d cst vbz vvn np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
103 He croucheth downe, and humbleth himselfe, that the multitude of poore may fall into his strong pawes, (as one renders that place, Psal. 10. 10.) Thus shall you haue a man shew himselfe affable, He Croucheth down, and Humbleth himself, that the multitude of poor may fallen into his strong paws, (as one renders that place, Psalm 10. 10.) Thus shall you have a man show himself affable, pns31 vvz a-acp, cc vvz px31, cst dt n1 pp-f j vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n2, (c-acp pi vvz d n1, np1 crd crd) av vmb pn22 vhi dt n1 vvi px31 j, (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
104 and courteous, and officious, euen to admiration; and courteous, and officious, even to admiration; cc j, cc j, av p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
105 Complement it to the ground, lay his hands vnder your feet, when his heart picks matter of vaine-glory out of this abasement; Compliment it to the ground, lay his hands under your feet, when his heart picks matter of vainglory out of this abasement; n1 pn31 p-acp dt n1, vvd po31 n2 p-acp po22 n2, c-crq po31 n1 vvz n1 pp-f n1 av pp-f d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 9
106 because he hath made others beleeue he is very humble, when he is indeed, very proud. Because he hath made Others believe he is very humble, when he is indeed, very proud. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn ng2-jn vvb pns31 vbz j j, c-crq pns31 vbz av, av j. (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 10
107 True humility neuer desires to shew it selfe; because it intends to hide, not only other vertues, but aboueall it selfe: True humility never Desires to show it self; Because it intends to hide, not only other Virtues, but aboueall it self: j n1 av-x vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 n1; c-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi, xx av-j j-jn n2, cc-acp j pn31 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 10
108 The difference briefly is but this. That true humility is like true balme, that stil, in water, sinkes to the bottome: The difference briefly is but this. That true humility is like true balm, that still, in water, sinks to the bottom: dt n1 av-j vbz p-acp d. cst j n1 vbz av-j j n1, cst av, p-acp n1, vvz p-acp dt n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 10
109 The hypocritical or counterfeit, is like oyle, euer swimming on the top, to be seene of men. The hypocritical or counterfeit, is like oil, ever swimming on the top, to be seen of men. dt j cc j-jn, vbz av-j n1, av vvg p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 12 Page 10
110 Thirdly, Artificiall humility; which we call an humble pride: When a man either denies those gifts and abilities which hee hath, Thirdly, Artificial humility; which we call an humble pride: When a man either Denies those Gifts and abilities which he hath, ord, j n1; r-crq pns12 vvb dt j n1: c-crq dt n1 av-d vvz d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vhz, (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 10
111 or acknowledges those vices and infirmities which hee hath not; with intent to get more credit by the contradiction of others. As for example; or acknowledges those vices and infirmities which he hath not; with intent to get more credit by the contradiction of Others. As for Exampl; cc vvz d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vhz xx; p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. p-acp p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 10
112 A man of good learning and great knowledge, will say, I haue no learning, no knowledge: A man of good learning and great knowledge, will say, I have no learning, no knowledge: dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc j n1, vmb vvi, pns11 vhb dx n1, dx n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 10
113 A rich man, I am poore: A beautifull person, I am deformed. This is nothing but pride masking vnder humility; A rich man, I am poor: A beautiful person, I am deformed. This is nothing but pride masking under humility; dt j n1, pns11 vbm j: dt j n1, pns11 vbm vvn. d vbz pix p-acp n1 vvg p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 10
114 For they desire others should crosse them, and double their praises, so much more, as they haue dispraised themselues. Which appeares by this; For they desire Others should cross them, and double their praises, so much more, as they have dispraised themselves. Which appears by this; c-acp pns32 vvb n2-jn vmd vvi pno32, cc vvi po32 n2, av av-d av-dc, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn px32. r-crq vvz p-acp d; (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 10
115 that if a man should second them, in acknowledgement of the truth of those discommendations; that if a man should second them, in acknowledgement of the truth of those discommendations; cst cs dt n1 vmd vvi pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 10
116 and say, It is true, you are an ignorant person, ill fauoured, beggarly, &c. hee should finde them incensed, and perhaps inraged against him. and say, It is true, you Are an ignorant person, ill favoured, beggarly, etc. he should find them incensed, and perhaps enraged against him. cc vvb, pn31 vbz j, pn22 vbr dt j n1, av-jn vvn, j, av pns31 vmd vvi pno32 vvn, cc av vvd p-acp pno31. (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 10
117 This is to put away glory with one hand, and pull it to vs with the other. This is to put away glory with one hand, and pull it to us with the other. d vbz pc-acp vvi av n1 p-acp crd n1, cc vvb pn31 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 10
118 As we may not arrogate those vertues which wee haue not; so nor deny those which we truly haue. As we may not arrogate those Virtues which we have not; so nor deny those which we truly have. c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi d n2 r-crq pns12 vhb xx; av ccx vvi d r-crq pns12 av-j vhb. (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 10
119 As we may not deny those vices which we haue; so nor acknowledge those which we haue not. As we may not deny those vices which we have; so nor acknowledge those which we have not. c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi d n2 r-crq pns12 vhb; av ccx vvi d r-crq pns12 vhb xx. (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 10
120 Both these are iniurious to God, and our selues. Both these Are injurious to God, and our selves. av-d d vbr j p-acp np1, cc po12 n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
121 Solomon well to this purpose, The lip of excellency doth not become a foole, (simulation of good, doth not become a wicked man) much lesse doth lying beseeme a worthy man; Solomon well to this purpose, The lip of excellency does not become a fool, (simulation of good, does not become a wicked man) much less does lying beseem a worthy man; np1 av p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz xx vvi dt n1, (n1 pp-f j, vdz xx vvi dt j n1) d dc vdz vvg vvi dt j n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
122 either in dissimulation of that good he hath, or simulation of that euill he hath not: either in dissimulation of that good he hath, or simulation of that evil he hath not: av-d p-acp n1 pp-f cst j pns31 vhz, cc n1 pp-f d n-jn pns31 vhz xx: (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
123 True humilitie which concealeth vertues to conserue them in their puritie; True humility which concealeth Virtues to conserve them in their purity; j n1 r-crq vvz n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
124 doth yet honestly and thankfully discouer them, when either the glory of God, or profit of others, commands. does yet honestly and thankfully discover them, when either the glory of God, or profit of Others, commands. vdz av av-j cc av-j vvi pno32, c-crq d dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f n2-jn, n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
125 That humility, which is preiudicious, either to verity or charitie, is surely counterfeit and false. That humility, which is prejudicious, either to verity or charity, is surely counterfeit and false. cst n1, r-crq vbz j, av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, vbz av-j j-jn cc j. (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
126 A man may not lie for the glory of God, much lesse for his owne glory. A man may not lie for the glory of God, much less for his own glory. dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-d av-dc p-acp po31 d n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
127 If wee can speake all kinde of euill of our selues, and yet not endure that others should say the same of vs; If we can speak all kind of evil of our selves, and yet not endure that Others should say the same of us; cs pns12 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn pp-f po12 n2, cc av xx vvi d n2-jn vmd vvi dt d pp-f pno12; (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
128 this is not humility, but pride and vaine-glory; as that Father wel obserues. this is not humility, but pride and vainglory; as that Father well observes. d vbz xx n1, cc-acp n1 cc n1; c-acp cst n1 av vvz. (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
129 This argued the poore Publicane was truly humble, in that he could heare the Pharisee vilifying of him, Not as this Publicane; and was so farre from being incensed, that he was more humbled, This argued the poor Publican was truly humble, in that he could hear the Pharisee vilifying of him, Not as this Publican; and was so Far from being incensed, that he was more humbled, np1 vvd dt j n1 vbds av-j j, p-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi dt np1 n-vvg pp-f pno31, xx p-acp d n1; cc vbds av av-j p-acp vbg vvn, cst pns31 vbds av-dc vvn, (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
130 and did more auile himselfe, God be mercifull to me a sinner. Whereas on the contrary, If thou canst speake NONLATINALPHABET, an Hyperbole of euills of thy selfe, and did more avile himself, God be merciful to me a sinner. Whereas on the contrary, If thou Canst speak, an Hyperbole of evils of thy self, cc vdd av-dc vvi px31, np1 vbi j p-acp pno11 dt n1. cs p-acp dt n-jn, cs pns21 vm2 vvi, dt n1 pp-f n2-jn pp-f po21 n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
131 yet art inwardly vexed that thou hast not an Hyperbolicall commendations from others, thou mockest thy selfe and the world, with a shew of humility, when it is nothing else but an Artificiall kinde of pride. yet art inwardly vexed that thou hast not an Hyperbolical commendations from Others, thou Mockest thy self and the world, with a show of humility, when it is nothing Else but an Artificial kind of pride. av n1 av-j vvn cst pns21 vh2 xx dt j n2 p-acp n2-jn, pns21 vv2 po21 n1 cc dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vbz pix av cc-acp dt j j pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
132 And so we haue done with the first generall part; the distinction of humility from things that were like it. Now followes, And so we have done with the First general part; the distinction of humility from things that were like it. Now follows, cc av pns12 vhb vdn p-acp dt ord j n1; dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2 cst vbdr j pn31. av vvz, (4) tract (DIV1) 13 Page 11
133 Secondly, the definition of humilitie from the sense and signification of the word. I finde diuers giuen by diuers Authors: Secondly, the definition of humility from the sense and signification of the word. I find diverse given by diverse Authors: ord, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. pns11 vvb j vvn p-acp j n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 14 Page 12
134 First, that of St. Bernard, It is a vertue whereby a man, from the true knowledge of himselfe, is vile in his owne eyes. First, that of Saint Bernard, It is a virtue whereby a man, from the true knowledge of himself, is vile in his own eyes. ord, cst pp-f n1 np1, pn31 vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px31, vbz j p-acp po31 d n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 14 Page 12
135 Another of a iudicious Diuine of our owne, It is a vertue whereby a man thinkes better of another than himselfe: another of a judicious Divine of our own, It is a virtue whereby a man thinks better of Another than himself: j-jn pp-f dt j j-jn pp-f po12 d, pn31 vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz av-jc pp-f j-jn cs px31: (4) tract (DIV1) 14 Page 12
136 A third of the Schooles, It is a vertue whereby the minde is confirmed or strengthened, that it be not inordinately lifted vp. A third of the Schools, It is a virtue whereby the mind is confirmed or strengthened, that it be not inordinately lifted up. dt ord pp-f dt n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn, cst pn31 vbb xx av-j vvn a-acp. (4) tract (DIV1) 14 Page 12
137 The two first are plaine, but not full: The last is full, but not plaine. The two First Are plain, but not full: The last is full, but not plain. dt crd ord vbr j, cc-acp xx j: dt ord vbz j, cc-acp xx j. (4) tract (DIV1) 14 Page 12
138 Giue mee leaue from them all, and from the full sense of the word, to extract a more perfect, not Logicall definition, but Theologicall description; that wee may the better vnderstand what it is. And thus I propound it: Give me leave from them all, and from the full sense of the word, to extract a more perfect, not Logical definition, but Theological description; that we may the better understand what it is. And thus I propound it: vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pno32 d, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt av-dc j, xx j n1, p-acp j n1; cst pns12 vmb dt av-jc vvi r-crq pn31 vbz. cc av pns11 vvb pn31: (4) tract (DIV1) 14 Page 12
139 Humility is a vertue of the minde or heart; Humility is a virtue of the mind or heart; n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 15 Page 12
140 whereby a man from the true knowledge of himselfe, submits himselfe to God or men, vpon all iust occasions. whereby a man from the true knowledge of himself, submits himself to God or men, upon all just occasions. c-crq dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px31, vvz px31 p-acp np1 cc n2, p-acp d j n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 15 Page 12
141 For the better vnderstanding, let vs take this whole, into seueral parts. They may be foure; For the better understanding, let us take this Whole, into several parts. They may be foure; p-acp dt jc n1, vvb pno12 vvi d j-jn, p-acp j n2. pns32 vmb vbi crd; (4) tract (DIV1) 15 Page 12
142 First, The true working cause of it; First, The true working cause of it; ord, dt j j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31; (4) tract (DIV1) 16 Page 12
143 that is, The true knowledge of himselfe; which knowledge is included in the latter part of the word, in the originall, which comes from NONLATINALPHABET, to bee wise; and expressed in our translation by the minde, humblenesse of minde. that is, The true knowledge of himself; which knowledge is included in the latter part of the word, in the original, which comes from, to be wise; and expressed in our Translation by the mind, humbleness of mind. cst vbz, dt j n1 pp-f px31; r-crq n1 vbz vvd p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n-jn, r-crq vvz p-acp, pc-acp vbi j; cc vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 16 Page 12
144 Secondly, The obiects of it, which we make to be two, God or Men; implied at the least from the first part of the word (NONLATINALPHABET) humble or low, which is a word of relation, Secondly, The objects of it, which we make to be two, God or Men; implied At the least from the First part of the word () humble or low, which is a word of Relation, ord, dt n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi crd, np1 cc n2; vvn p-acp dt ds p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 () j cc j, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 17 Page 12
145 and imports something, in respect whereof, a thing is said to bee low. and imports something, in respect whereof, a thing is said to be low. cc vvz pi, p-acp n1 c-crq, dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi j. (4) tract (DIV1) 17 Page 13
146 Thirdly, The degrees of it, which are answerable to the acceptations of the word minde or heart. Thirdly, The Degrees of it, which Are answerable to the acceptations of the word mind or heart. ord, dt n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 n1 cc n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 18 Page 13
147 Fourthly, The kindes of it, which arise from the nature of the thing it selfe in the composition of the word; Fourthly, The Kinds of it, which arise from the nature of the thing it self in the composition of the word; ord, dt n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 19 Page 13
148 for Humilitie is a vertue, and so an habit, which acts and exercises it selfe diuersly (as other vertues and habits doe) according to the time and oportunity, for Humility is a virtue, and so an habit, which acts and exercises it self diversely (as other Virtues and habits do) according to the time and opportunity, p-acp n1 vbz dt n1, cc av dt n1, r-crq n2 cc n2 pn31 n1 av-j (c-acp j-jn n2 cc n2 vdb) vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 19 Page 13
149 and therefore I adde in the last words, vpon all iust occasions. Of these in their order. and Therefore I add in the last words, upon all just occasions. Of these in their order. cc av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n2, p-acp d j n2. pp-f d p-acp po32 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 19 Page 13
150 First, The true working cause of it, is the true knowledge of a mans selfe, and that not so much of his perfections, as of his wants and imperfections. The consideration of our perfections, makes vs for the most part proud; First, The true working cause of it, is the true knowledge of a men self, and that not so much of his perfections, as of his Wants and imperfections. The consideration of our perfections, makes us for the most part proud; ord, dt j j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc cst xx av av-d pp-f po31 n2, c-acp pp-f po31 n2 cc n2. dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vvz pno12 p-acp dt av-ds n1 j; (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 13
151 Knowledge (in this very kinde) puffeth vp, swelling vs beyond measure; vnlesse Humilitie be laid on as a weight to keepe vs downe. Knowledge (in this very kind) Puffeth up, swelling us beyond measure; unless Humility be laid on as a weight to keep us down. n1 (p-acp d j n1) vvz p-acp, vvg pno12 p-acp n1; cs n1 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp. (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 13
152 The search and inquirie, and vpon that the knowledge of our defects, and our owne manifold imperfections, The search and inquiry, and upon that the knowledge of our defects, and our own manifold imperfections, dt n1 cc n1, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc po12 d j n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 13
153 whether natural, as any infirmitie of bodie; or ciuill, as pouertie, ignobilitie; whither natural, as any infirmity of body; or civil, as poverty, ignobility; cs j, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; cc j, p-acp n1, n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 13
154 or morall, as ignorance, vnbeliefe, &c. together with that masse of corruption and sinfulnesse of nature, whether originall or actuall; or moral, as ignorance, unbelief, etc. together with that mass of corruption and sinfulness of nature, whither original or actual; cc j, p-acp n1, n1, av av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cs j-jn cc j; (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 13
155 makes vs vile in our owne eyes, and lowly in the eyes of God and men. makes us vile in our own eyes, and lowly in the eyes of God and men. vvz pno12 j p-acp po12 d n2, cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 13
156 This knowledge is an humbling knowledge; and like the Peacocks black legges, serues to pull downe the traine of our pride. This knowledge is an humbling knowledge; and like the Peacocks black legs, serves to pull down the train of our pride. d n1 vbz dt vvg n1; cc av-j dt ng1 j-jn n2, vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 13
157 This NONLATINALPHABET is the very Oracle of God, propounded as the first lesson to all them that desire to be humble. This is the very Oracle of God, propounded as the First Lesson to all them that desire to be humble. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp d pno32 cst vvb pc-acp vbi j. (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
158 And therefore no maruaile men be so proud and vaineglorious: either they know not themselues, Nemo in sese tentat descendere, nemo; And Therefore no marvel men be so proud and vainglorious: either they know not themselves, Nemo in seize Tentat descendere, nemo; cc av dx n1 n2 vbb av j cc j: av-d pns32 vvb xx px32, np1 p-acp vvi fw-la fw-la, np1; (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
159 or else they onely know their owne perfections, wherein perhaps they excell others. or Else they only know their own perfections, wherein perhaps they excel Others. cc av pns32 av-j vvb po32 d n2, c-crq av pns32 vvb n2-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
160 One knowes his learning, another his wit, a third his beautie, &c. and these they desire to know to a haires breadth: One knows his learning, Another his wit, a third his beauty, etc. and these they desire to know to a hairs breadth: pi vvz po31 n1, j-jn po31 n1, dt ord po31 n1, av cc d pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp dt ng1 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
161 They are such and such, and they know it, as we say; They Are such and such, and they know it, as we say; pns32 vbr d cc d, cc pns32 vvb pn31, c-acp pns12 vvb; (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
162 In the meane time, they neither know, nor desire to know, how sinfull, (and so miserable) they are by nature: In the mean time, they neither know, nor desire to know, how sinful, (and so miserable) they Are by nature: p-acp dt j n1, pns32 d vvb, ccx n1 pc-acp vvi, c-crq j, (cc av j) pns32 vbr p-acp n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
163 how much true and sauing knowledge of God they want: how full of infidelitie, pride, and all vnnaturall sinnes. how much true and Saving knowledge of God they want: how full of infidelity, pride, and all unnatural Sins. c-crq d j cc vvg n1 pp-f np1 pns32 vvb: c-crq j pp-f n1, n1, cc d j n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
164 Hereupon, they thinke, and say (as that Church of Laodicea) they are rich, and neede nothing, &c. and know not that they are wretched and miserable, Hereupon, they think, and say (as that Church of Laodicea) they Are rich, and need nothing, etc. and know not that they Are wretched and miserable, av, pns32 vvb, cc vvb (c-acp d n1 pp-f np1) pns32 vbr j, cc vvb pix, av cc vvb xx cst pns32 vbr j cc j, (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
165 and poore, and blinde, and naked. It is not possible therefore but an ignorant man, must be a proud man; and poor, and blind, and naked. It is not possible Therefore but an ignorant man, must be a proud man; cc j, cc j, cc j. pn31 vbz xx j av p-acp dt j n1, vmb vbi dt j n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
166 as contrarily, it is not possible but a proud man, must be an ignorant man: as contrarily, it is not possible but a proud man, must be an ignorant man: c-acp av-jn, pn31 vbz xx j p-acp dt j n1, vmb vbi dt j n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
167 for if he were wise, he would be humble. The more proud a man is, the lesse hee knowes himselfe, the more he knowes himselfe, the more humble. for if he were wise, he would be humble. The more proud a man is, the less he knows himself, the more he knows himself, the more humble. c-acp cs pns31 vbdr j, pns31 vmd vbi j. dt av-dc j dt n1 vbz, dt av-dc pns31 vvz px31, dt av-dc pns31 vvz px31, dt av-dc j. (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
168 An ignorant man, may be abiect or base, but truly humble, he cānot be; for that arises from true knowledge. an ignorant man, may be abject or base, but truly humble, he cannot be; for that arises from true knowledge. dt j n1, vmb vbi j cc j, p-acp av-j j, pns31 vmbx vbi; c-acp cst vvz p-acp j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 20 Page 14
169 Secondly, The Obiects come next to bee considered, where about this grace or vertue is exercised. Secondly, The Objects come next to be considered, where about this grace or virtue is exercised. ord, dt n2 vvb ord pc-acp vbi vvn, q-crq p-acp d n1 cc n1 vbz vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 21 Page 14
170 That is two fold, God, or Men. That is two fold, God, or Men. cst vbz crd n1, np1, cc n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 21 Page 14
171 First, God; The rule is, Micah 6. 8. Walke humbly with thy God. (For indeed humilitie is properly the subiection and submission of a man to God; for whose sake he humbles himself to man:) when a man hath seene himselfe, First, God; The Rule is, micah 6. 8. Walk humbly with thy God. (For indeed humility is properly the subjection and submission of a man to God; for whose sake he humbles himself to man:) when a man hath seen himself, ord, np1; dt n1 vbz, np1 crd crd vvb av-j p-acp po21 n1. (c-acp av n1 vbz av-j dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1; p-acp rg-crq n1 pns31 vvz px31 p-acp n1:) q-crq dt n1 vhz vvn px31, (4) tract (DIV1) 22 Page 15
172 and is vile in his owne eyes; then immediately hee vilifies himselfe in the eyes of God. and is vile in his own eyes; then immediately he vilifies himself in the eyes of God. cc vbz j p-acp po31 d n2; av av-j pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 22 Page 15
173 Now how doth Humilitie, or an humble man, behaue himselfe towards God? Consider him, First, In his immediate dealings with God; Now how does Humility, or an humble man, behave himself towards God? Consider him, First, In his immediate dealings with God; av q-crq vdz n1, cc dt j n1, vvi px31 p-acp np1? np1 pno31, ord, p-acp po31 j n2-vvg p-acp np1; (4) tract (DIV1) 22 Page 15
174 when either hee speakes to God by prayer, or God to him, by his Word. when either he speaks to God by prayer, or God to him, by his Word. c-crq d pns31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc np1 p-acp pno31, p-acp po31 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
175 When hee speakes to God, besides his humble gesture of bodie, thus commonly hee is affected; When he speaks to God, beside his humble gesture of body, thus commonly he is affected; c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1, p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1, av av-j pns31 vbz vvn; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
176 That hee is so amazed with the Maiestie of his God, that hee either thinkes himselfe very vile or very nothing. And thus he speakes; That he is so amazed with the Majesty of his God, that he either thinks himself very vile or very nothing. And thus he speaks; cst pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 av-d vvz px31 av j cc j pix. cc av pns31 vvz; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
177 as Abraham, I haue begun to speake vnto my Lord, and I am but dust and ashes; as Abraham, I have begun to speak unto my Lord, and I am but dust and Ashes; c-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1, cc pns11 vbm p-acp n1 cc n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
178 or as Iob, I abhore my selfe in dust and ashes: or as Job, I abhor my self in dust and Ashes: cc c-acp np1, pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp n1 cc n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
179 or with Agur, beeing to speake vnto Ithiel and Veal, Surely I am more brutish than any man, or with Agur, being to speak unto Ithiel and Veal, Surely I am more brutish than any man, cc p-acp vvb, vbg pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc n1, av-j pns11 vbm av-dc j cs d n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
180 and haue not the vnderstanding of a man. and have not the understanding of a man. cc vhb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
181 Thus that poore Publican stands afarre off, and dare not so much as lift vp his eyes to heauen, Thus that poor Publican Stands afar off, and Dare not so much as lift up his eyes to heaven, av cst j n1 vvz av a-acp, cc vvb xx av av-d c-acp vvi a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
182 but strikes his brest, and sayes, God bee mercifull to mee a sinner. but strikes his breast, and Says, God be merciful to me a sinner. cc-acp vvz po31 n1, cc vvz, np1 vbi j p-acp pno11 dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
183 That penitent prodigall, after he came to himselfe, (to the true knowledge of himselfe) cryes out, I am not worthy to bee called thy Sonne; That penitent prodigal, After he Come to himself, (to the true knowledge of himself) cries out, I am not worthy to be called thy Son; d j-jn j-jn, c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp px31, (p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px31) vvz av, pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vbi vvn po21 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
184 make mee as one of thy hired seruants. make me as one of thy hired Servants. vvb pno11 p-acp crd pp-f po21 j-vvn n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
185 Nothing belongs to vs, but shame and confusion of face, saies Daniel: Ezra good man, falles vpon his knees, Nothing belongs to us, but shame and confusion of face, Says daniel: Ezra good man, falls upon his knees, pix vvz p-acp pno12, cc-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vvz np1: np1 j n1, vvz p-acp po31 n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
186 and spreads out his hands to the Lord his God, and saies, O my God, I am ashamed, and spreads out his hands to the Lord his God, and Says, Oh my God, I am ashamed, cc vvz av po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 po31 n1, cc vvz, uh po11 np1, pns11 vbm j, (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
187 and blush to lift vp my face to thee my God; and blush to lift up my face to thee my God; cc vvb pc-acp vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp pno21 po11 np1; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 15
188 for our iniquities are increased, &c. Thus doth hee vilifie and nullifie himselfe, when hee speakes to God. for our iniquities Are increased, etc. Thus does he vilify and nullify himself, when he speaks to God. p-acp po12 n2 vbr vvn, av av vdz pns31 vvi cc vvi px31, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
189 How is hee affected when God speakes to him? According to the nature of the words, so his disposition varies. How is he affected when God speaks to him? According to the nature of the words, so his disposition Varies. q-crq vbz pns31 vvn c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31? vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av po31 n1 vvz. (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
190 Doth hee heare a thundering voice of Iudgement? hee quakes and trembles; Does he hear a thundering voice of Judgement? he quakes and trembles; vdz pns31 vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1? pns31 vvz cc vvz; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
191 When I heard (the iudgements of God) my belly trembled, my lips shooke at the voice, rottennesse entred into my bones, When I herd (the Judgments of God) my belly trembled, my lips shook At the voice, rottenness entered into my bones, c-crq pns11 vvd (dt n2 pp-f np1) po11 n1 vvd, po11 n2 vvd p-acp dt n1, n1 vvn p-acp po11 n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
192 and I trembled in my selfe that I might rest in the day of trouble, saies that Prophet. So God himselfe conioines them; and I trembled in my self that I might rest in the day of trouble, Says that Prophet. So God himself conjoins them; cc pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz d n1. av np1 px31 vvz pno32; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
193 Isay 66. 2. To him will I looke (saith the Lord) that is poore and of a contrite spirit, and trembleth at my word: Of good Iosiah God testifies. Saiah 66. 2. To him will I look (Says the Lord) that is poor and of a contrite Spirit, and Trembleth At my word: Of good Josiah God Testifies. np1 crd crd p-acp pno31 vmb pns11 vvb (vvz dt n1) cst vbz j cc pp-f dt j n1, cc vvz p-acp po11 n1: pp-f j np1 np1 vvz. (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
194 Thy heart was tender, and thou hast humbled thy selfe before mee, &c. Doth he heare a soft voice of some gracious promises? He melts into kindnesse; Thy heart was tender, and thou hast humbled thy self before me, etc. Does he hear a soft voice of Some gracious promises? He melts into kindness; po21 n1 vbds j, cc pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 p-acp pno11, av vdz pns31 vvi dt j n1 pp-f d j n2? pns31 vvz p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
195 when God told Dauid he would build him an house, and establish his Throne for euer, Then went King Dauid in, when God told David he would built him an house, and establish his Throne for ever, Then went King David in, c-crq np1 vvd np1 pns31 vmd vvi pno31 dt n1, cc vvi po31 n1 c-acp av, av vvd n1 np1 p-acp, (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
196 and sate before the Lord, and said; and sat before the Lord, and said; cc vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvd; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
197 Who am I O Lord God, and what is my house that thou hast brought me hitherto? And this was yet a small thing in thy sight, O Lord God: Who am I Oh Lord God, and what is my house that thou hast brought me hitherto? And this was yet a small thing in thy sighed, Oh Lord God: q-crq vbm pns11 uh n1 np1, cc r-crq vbz po11 n1 cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 av? cc d vbds av dt j n1 p-acp po21 n1, uh n1 np1: (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
198 but thou hast spoken also of thy seruants house for a great while to come, but thou hast spoken also of thy Servants house for a great while to come, cc-acp pns21 vh2 vvn av pp-f po21 ng1 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
199 and is this the manner of man, O Lord God? Lastly, doth hee heare any command from God, hee presently yeelds obedience; and is this the manner of man, Oh Lord God? Lastly, does he hear any command from God, he presently yields Obedience; cc vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1, uh n1 np1? ord, vdz pns31 vvi d n1 p-acp np1, pns31 av-j vvz n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
200 God said vnto Abraham, get thee out of thy owne countrey, and from thy fathers house; God said unto Abraham, get thee out of thy own country, and from thy Father's house; np1 vvd p-acp np1, vvb pno21 av pp-f po21 d n1, cc p-acp po21 ng1 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
201 And he obeyed, and went out, not knowing whither hee went. It is enough to him, that God hath bid him goe. And he obeyed, and went out, not knowing whither he went. It is enough to him, that God hath bid him go. cc pns31 vvd, cc vvd av, xx vvg c-crq pns31 vvd. pn31 vbz av-d p-acp pno31, cst np1 vhz vvn pno31 vvi. (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
202 Nay a harder taske than this, was that of sacrificing his Sonne; Nay a harder task than this, was that of sacrificing his Son; uh-x dt jc n1 cs d, vbds d pp-f vvg po31 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 16
203 Take thy only Son, Isaack, whom thou louest, and goe and sacrifice him, &c. And he makes no more scruple to goe and doe it, Take thy only Son, Isaac, whom thou love, and go and sacrifice him, etc. And he makes no more scruple to go and do it, vvb po21 j n1, np1, ro-crq pns21 vvb, cc vvi cc vvi pno31, av cc pns31 vvz av-dx dc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vdb pn31, (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 17
204 than if he had beene bidden, to goe and sacrifice a beast: What made him thus obedient? His humilitie, I am but dust and ashes. than if he had been bidden, to go and sacrifice a beast: What made him thus obedient? His humility, I am but dust and Ashes. cs cs pns31 vhd vbn vvn, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1: r-crq vvd pno31 av j? po31 n1, pns11 vbm p-acp n1 cc n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 17
205 Thus then an humble man demeanes himselfe in his dealings with God. Thus then an humble man demeans himself in his dealings with God. av av dt j n1 vvz px31 p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 23 Page 17
206 2. In his diuers conditions of life, how is he then? In affliction none more patient; 2. In his diverse conditions of life, how is he then? In affliction none more patient; crd p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1, c-crq vbz pns31 av? p-acp n1 pix av-dc j; (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
207 either hee is like a sheepe dumbe before the shearer, so opens he not his mouth; either he is like a sheep dumb before the shearer, so Opens he not his Mouth; av-d pns31 vbz av-j dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, av vvz pns31 xx po31 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
208 I held my peace and said nothing, for it was thy dooing; I held my peace and said nothing, for it was thy doing; pns11 vvd po11 n1 cc vvd pix, c-acp pn31 vbds po21 vdg; (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
209 or else thus hee speakes, It is the Lord, let him doe what seemes good in his owne eyes, or I will beare the wrath of the Lord because I haue sinned against him. In prosperitie, none more thankfull; or Else thus he speaks, It is the Lord, let him do what seems good in his own eyes, or I will bear the wrath of the Lord Because I have sinned against him. In Prosperity, none more thankful; cc av av pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz dt n1, vvb pno31 vdi r-crq vvz j p-acp po31 d n2, cc pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno31. p-acp n1, pix av-dc j; (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
210 O God of my Fathers, I am not worthy of the least of all thy mercies, Oh God of my Father's, I am not worthy of the least of all thy Mercies, uh np1 pp-f po11 n2, pns11 vbm xx j pp-f dt ds pp-f d po21 n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
211 and of all the truth, which thou hast shewed vnto thy seruant: and of all the truth, which thou hast showed unto thy servant: cc pp-f d dt n1, r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po21 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
212 for with my staffe I passed ouer this Iordan, and now I am become two bands, saies holy and humble Iacob. Thou tookest Dauid thy seruant from the sheepefolds as hee was following the ewes great with young, thou tookest him, that he might feed Iacob thy people, and Israel thine inheritance; for with my staff I passed over this Iordan, and now I am become two bans, Says holy and humble Iacob. Thou tookest David thy servant from the sheepefolds as he was following the ewes great with young, thou tookest him, that he might feed Iacob thy people, and Israel thine inheritance; c-acp p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vvd p-acp d np1, cc av pns11 vbm vvn crd n2, vvz j cc j np1. pns21 vvd2 np1 po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 c-acp pns31 vbds vvg dt n2 j p-acp j, pns21 vvd2 pno31, cst pns31 vmd vvi np1 po21 n1, cc np1 po21 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
213 saies Dauid, sitting on the Throne of Maiestie. Says David, sitting on the Throne of Majesty. vvz np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
214 True Humilitie is not ashamed to remember and acknowledge with all thankfulnesse, the meane beginnings, from which God hath raised it, to the height of wealth and honour. True Humility is not ashamed to Remember and acknowledge with all thankfulness, the mean beginnings, from which God hath raised it, to the height of wealth and honour. j n1 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1, dt j n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
215 Those that race out the records and memorie of their poore parentage, or small and base beginnings in the world; Those that raze out the records and memory of their poor parentage, or small and base beginnings in the world; d cst n1 av dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po32 j n1, cc j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
216 are no lesse proud, than shamelessely vnthankfull. And thus an humble man doth, or at least ought, to demeane himselfe to God. Are not less proud, than shamelessly unthankful. And thus an humble man does, or At least ought, to demean himself to God. vbr xx av-dc j, cs av-j j. cc av dt j n1 vdz, cc p-acp ds vmd, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 24 Page 17
217 Secondly, To men: Here he hath a double vse of his humility. In opinion, in practise. Secondly, To men: Here he hath a double use of his humility. In opinion, in practice. ord, p-acp n2: av pns31 vhz dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1. p-acp n1, p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 25 Page 18
218 First, in opinion and valuation of himselfe. First, in opinion and valuation of himself. ord, p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f px31. (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
219 The rule of his iudgment is that of the Apostle, In humblenesse of minde, let euery man thinke another better than himselfe; The Rule of his judgement is that of the Apostle, In humbleness of mind, let every man think Another better than himself; dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz d pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb d n1 vvi j-jn jc cs px31; (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
220 For though hee bee not fallen out with himselfe, yet no man rates his worth at a lower price; For though he be not fallen out with himself, yet no man rates his worth At a lower price; c-acp cs pns31 vbb xx vvn av p-acp px31, av dx n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt jc n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
221 Hee accounts it safest to iudge ill (where he best knowes, and may be best bold) of himselfe; He accounts it Safest to judge ill (where he best knows, and may be best bold) of himself; pns31 vvz pn31 js pc-acp vvi n-jn (c-crq pns31 js vvz, cc vmb vbi av-js j) pp-f px31; (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
222 And if hee bee made a prizer, he values himselfe lowest. Thus Paul of himselfe, I am the Chiefe of sinners; And if he be made a prizer, he value's himself lowest. Thus Paul of himself, I am the Chief of Sinners; cc cs pns31 vbb vvn dt n1, pns31 vvz px31 js. av np1 pp-f px31, pns11 vbm dt n-jn pp-f n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
223 If others be bad, I am worst: I am the least of the Apostles, not worthy to be called an Apostle; If Others be bad, I am worst: I am the least of the Apostles, not worthy to be called an Apostle; cs n2-jn vbb j, pns11 vbm js: pns11 vbm dt ds pp-f dt n2, xx j pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
224 euen to mee lesse than the least of all Saints; If others bee good, I am the least amongst them. even to me less than the least of all Saints; If Others be good, I am the least among them. av p-acp pno11 av-dc cs dt ds pp-f d n2; cs n2-jn vbb j, pns11 vbm dt ds p-acp pno32. (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
225 Thus that prodigall, I am not worthy to be called a sonne; much lesse to be a sonne: Thus that prodigal, I am not worthy to be called a son; much less to be a son: av d j-jn, pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1; av-d av-dc pc-acp vbi dt n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
226 I am not worthy to be a seruant, not an hired seruant; make me but (as) one of them, as the least of them; I am not worthy to be a servant, not an hired servant; make me but (as) one of them, as the least of them; pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vbi dt n1, xx dt j-vvn n1; vvb pno11 p-acp (p-acp) crd pp-f pno32, c-acp dt ds pp-f pno32; (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
227 for I am lesse than the least, and worse than the worst. And this censure is not fained, but reall and hearty; for I am less than the least, and Worse than the worst. And this censure is not feigned, but real and hearty; c-acp pns11 vbm av-dc cs dt ds, cc av-jc cs dt js. cc d n1 vbz xx vvn, cc-acp j cc j; (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
228 not out of modesty, but from the simplicity of his iudgement. not out of modesty, but from the simplicity of his judgement. xx av pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
229 But here may some man say, shall Dauid thinke himselfe worse than Saul? Simon Peter himselfe worse than Simon Magus? Is not the Righteous better than his neighbour? Doth not hee then belie himselfe, But Here may Some man say, shall David think himself Worse than Saul? Simon Peter himself Worse than Simon Magus? Is not the Righteous better than his neighbour? Does not he then belie himself, p-acp av vmb d n1 vvi, vmb np1 vvb px31 av-jc cs np1? np1 np1 px31 jc cs np1 np1? vbz xx dt j av-jc cs po31 n1? vdz xx pns31 av vvi px31, (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
230 and disparage the Spirit of God, that thinkes himselfe worse than his vnrighteous neighbour? I answer, First, with the Schooleman well: and disparage the Spirit of God, that thinks himself Worse than his unrighteous neighbour? I answer, First, with the Schoolman well: cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz px31 jc cs po31 j-u n1? pns11 vvb, ord, p-acp dt np1 av: (4) tract (DIV1) 26 Page 18
231 There are two things considerable in euery man; That which is Gods gift, and that pertaines to some perfection: There Are two things considerable in every man; That which is God's gift, and that pertains to Some perfection: pc-acp vbr crd n2 j p-acp d n1; cst r-crq vbz ng1 n1, cc d vvz p-acp d n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 27 Page 18
232 and that which is a mans owne, and that is some defect or imperfection: and that which is a men own, and that is Some defect or imperfection: cc cst r-crq vbz dt ng1 d, cc d vbz d n1 cc n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 27 Page 19
233 The humble man considering some perfection in another, which is Gods, and some imperfection in himselfe, which is his owne; The humble man considering Some perfection in Another, which is God's, and Some imperfection in himself, which is his own; dt j n1 vvg d n1 p-acp j-jn, r-crq vbz n2, cc d n1 p-acp px31, r-crq vbz po31 d; (4) tract (DIV1) 27 Page 19
234 may, without either falshood or disparagement, thinke himselfe, in this point of the comparison, worser than another. may, without either falsehood or disparagement, think himself, in this point of the comparison, Worse than Another. np1, p-acp d n1 cc n1, vvb px31, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, av-jc cs j-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 27 Page 19
235 Secondly, an humble man is a charitable man: and thus he reasons out of charity; I see and obserue (as we easily obserue) anothers weaknesse, and infirmities; Secondly, an humble man is a charitable man: and thus he Reasons out of charity; I see and observe (as we Easily observe) another's weakness, and infirmities; ord, dt j n1 vbz dt j n1: cc av pns31 vvz av pp-f n1; pns11 vvb cc vvb (c-acp pns12 av-j vvb) j-jn n1, cc n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 28 Page 19
236 I know not what secret perfections he hath: On the other side, the world sees my goodnesse, or degrees of perfections; I know not what secret perfections he hath: On the other side, the world sees my Goodness, or Degrees of perfections; pns11 vvb xx r-crq j-jn n2 pns31 vhz: p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1 vvz po11 n1, cc n2 pp-f n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 28 Page 19
237 but it sees not (for I haue wit enough to hide) my weaknesses, and secret imperfections; but it sees not (for I have wit enough to hide) my Weaknesses, and secret imperfections; cc-acp pn31 vvz xx (c-acp pns11 vhb n1 av-d pc-acp vvi) po11 n2, cc j-jn n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 28 Page 19
238 Out of this opinion of some secret good in another, and knowledge of some secret euill in himselfe; Out of this opinion of Some secret good in Another, and knowledge of Some secret evil in himself; av pp-f d n1 pp-f d j-jn j p-acp j-jn, cc n1 pp-f d j-jn n-jn p-acp px31; (4) tract (DIV1) 28 Page 19
239 hee may and doth, without breach either of charity or verity, thinke another better than himselfe; himselfe worser than another. he may and does, without breach either of charity or verity, think Another better than himself; himself Worse than Another. pns31 vmb cc vdz, p-acp n1 av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb j-jn jc cs px31; px31 av-jc cs j-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 28 Page 19
240 Lastly, There are diuers circumstances, which make a sinne greater in one man than another; whether a sinne of the same kinde, or of seuerall natures and degrees. First, of the same kinde; Lastly, There Are diverse Circumstances, which make a sin greater in one man than Another; whither a sin of the same kind, or of several nature's and Degrees. First, of the same kind; ord, pc-acp vbr j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 jc p-acp crd n1 cs j-jn; cs dt n1 pp-f dt d n1, cc pp-f j n2 cc n2. ord, pp-f dt d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 19
241 As in that sinne of our first parents; Hers was greatest in one respect, Adams in another. Take another example; As in that sin of our First Parents; Hers was greatest in one respect, Adams in Another. Take Another Exampl; c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 ord n2; png31 vbds js p-acp crd n1, npg1 p-acp j-jn. vvb j-jn n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 19
242 Three men commit one and the same sinne, suppose it be fornication or adultery; Let these three be, Zimri, Elies sonnes, and Dauid, Zimries was greatest in one respect, Three men commit one and the same sin, suppose it be fornication or adultery; Let these three be, Zimri, Elies Sons, and David, Zimri's was greatest in one respect, crd n2 vvb crd cc dt d n1, vvb pn31 vbi n1 cc n1; vvb d crd vbb, np1, npg1 n2, cc np1, npg1 vbds js p-acp crd n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 19
243 because with contempt, and in the face of authority: Elies sonnes greatest in other respects; of their persons, as Priests, and therefore should haue had more holinesse; Because with contempt, and in the face of Authority: Ely's Sons greatest in other respects; of their Persons, as Priests, and Therefore should have had more holiness; c-acp p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: vvz ng1 js p-acp j-jn n2; pp-f po32 n2, c-acp n2, cc av vmd vhi vhn dc n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 19
244 of the place, at the doore of the Tabernacle, and might haue required more reuerence. Dauids greatest in other; of the place, At the door of the Tabernacle, and might have required more Reverence. David greatest in other; pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vmd vhi vvn dc n1. npg1 js p-acp j-jn; (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
245 as a King, and therefore more exemplary; as a Prophet, and so against greater knowledge; as a King, and Therefore more exemplary; as a Prophet, and so against greater knowledge; c-acp dt n1, cc av av-dc j; c-acp dt n1, cc av p-acp jc n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
246 as aduanced from meane beginnings, and so against more goodnesse and mercy, as Nathan tells him. as advanced from mean beginnings, and so against more Goodness and mercy, as Nathan tells him. a-acp vvd p-acp j n2, cc av p-acp dc n1 cc n1, c-acp np1 vvz pno31. (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
247 So euery one of these considering the particular circumstances of their sinne, may truly say, I am the chiefe of sinners. So every one of these considering the particular Circumstances of their sin, may truly say, I am the chief of Sinners. av d crd pp-f d vvg dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1, vmb av-j vvi, pns11 vbm dt n-jn pp-f n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
248 Thus in sinnes of different degrees; suppose these to be, idolatry, and adultery: the idolatry in an Heathen, the adultery in a Christian. Thus in Sins of different Degrees; suppose these to be, idolatry, and adultery: the idolatry in an Heathen, the adultery in a Christian. av p-acp n2 pp-f j n2; vvb d pc-acp vbi, n1, cc n1: dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn, dt n1 p-acp dt njp. (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
249 Compare the sinnes together, idolatry is greater than adultery; as being against God, more immediately; Compare the sinners together, as the Heathen is idolatrous out of ignorance; Compare the Sins together, idolatry is greater than adultery; as being against God, more immediately; Compare the Sinners together, as the Heathen is idolatrous out of ignorance; vvb dt n2 av, n1 vbz jc cs n1; c-acp vbg p-acp np1, av-dc av-j; vvb dt n2 av, c-acp dt j-jn vbz j av pp-f n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
250 the Christian is adulterous out of knowledge and against conscience; the Christian is adulterous out of knowledge and against conscience; dt njp vbz j av pp-f n1 cc p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
251 and there is no question, but idolatry in an Heathen, is a lesser sinne, than adultery in a Christian; and there is no question, but idolatry in an Heathen, is a lesser sin, than adultery in a Christian; cc pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn, vbz dt jc n1, cs n1 p-acp dt njp; (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
252 And so the Christian may truly thinke and say, that the Heathen is better than himselfe: And so the Christian may truly think and say, that the Heathen is better than himself: cc av dt njp vmb av-j vvi cc vvi, cst dt j-jn vbz jc cs px31: (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
253 still, the more circumstances of aggrauation concurre, the greater is the sinne; and the viler the repenting sinner seemes in his owne iudgement. still, the more Circumstances of aggravation concur, the greater is the sin; and the Viler the repenting sinner seems in his own judgement. av, dt dc n2 pp-f n1 vvb, dt jc vbz dt n1; cc dt jc cs vvg n1 vvz p-acp po31 d n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
254 Let no man therefore stand vpon his comparisons, I am as good a man as thou: Let no man Therefore stand upon his comparisons, I am as good a man as thou: vvb dx n1 av vvb p-acp po31 n2, pns11 vbm a-acp j dt n1 c-acp pns21: (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
255 much lesse vpon his disparisons, as that Pharisee, I am not as other men, nor as this Publicane. Thou art not indeed, O Pharisee, as other men, much less upon his disparisons, as that Pharisee, I am not as other men, nor as this Publican. Thou art not indeed, Oh Pharisee, as other men, av-d dc p-acp po31 n2, c-acp d np1, pns11 vbm xx c-acp j-jn n2, ccx p-acp d n1. pns21 vb2r xx av, uh np1, p-acp j-jn n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 20
256 nor as that Publicane, for thou art worse; euen for this thou art worse, because thou thinkest, and sayest thou art better. nor as that Publican, for thou art Worse; even for this thou art Worse, Because thou Thinkest, and Sayest thou art better. ccx p-acp d n1, c-acp pns21 vb2r av-jc; av p-acp d pns21 vb2r av-jc, c-acp pns21 vv2, cc vv2 pns21 vb2r jc. (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 21
257 A proud Pharisee, is worse than an humble Publicane. I conclude it then; A truly humble man doth, and may iustly, thinke all others better than himselfe. That for his opinion. A proud Pharisee, is Worse than an humble Publican. I conclude it then; A truly humble man does, and may justly, think all Others better than himself. That for his opinion. dt j np1, vbz jc cs dt j n1. pns11 vvb pn31 av; dt av-j j n1 vdz, cc vmb av-j, vvb d ng2-jn jc cs px31. cst p-acp po31 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 29 Page 21
258 2. In practise, his humility is correspondent to his opinion: And here he followes a double rule for his direction. 2. In practice, his humility is correspondent to his opinion: And Here he follows a double Rule for his direction. crd p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbz j p-acp po31 n1: cc av pns31 vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 30 Page 21
259 In generall one, in one particular another. In general one, in one particular Another. p-acp n1 pi, p-acp crd j n-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 30 Page 21
260 1. In his generall cariage, The rule is, Bee not high minded, but condescend to them of low estate, Rom, 12. 16. or as a former translation reades it, Make your selues equall to them of the lower sort. 1. In his general carriage, The Rule is, be not high minded, but condescend to them of low estate, Rom, 12. 16. or as a former Translation reads it, Make your selves equal to them of the lower sort. crd p-acp po31 j n1, dt n1 vbz, vbb xx av-j vvn, cc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 pp-f j n1, np1, crd crd cc p-acp dt j n1 vvz pn31, vvb po22 n2 j-jn p-acp pno32 pp-f dt jc n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 31 Page 21
261 That is, (as I conceiue it) without affectation either of superiority aboue others, or singularitie from others. That is, (as I conceive it) without affectation either of superiority above Others, or singularity from Others. cst vbz, (c-acp pns11 vvb pn31) p-acp n1 av-d pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc n1 p-acp n2-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 31 Page 21
262 The truly humble man, in the vse of things indifferent, condescends to them of low estate. See it in three particulars. 1. In his words; The truly humble man, in the use of things indifferent, condescends to them of low estate. See it in three particulars. 1. In his words; dt av-j j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 j, vvz p-acp pno32 pp-f j n1. vvb pn31 p-acp crd n2-j. crd p-acp po31 n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 31 Page 21
263 as hee speakes not NONLATINALPHABET, as S. Peter cals them, swelling words of vanitie; aboue or beyond the capacity of ordinary men; as he speaks not, as S. Peter calls them, swelling words of vanity; above or beyond the capacity of ordinary men; c-acp pns31 vvz xx, p-acp np1 np1 vvz pno32, vvg n2 pp-f n1; a-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 32 Page 21
264 so neither yet doth he speake words of humble sound; affecting a language of another tone or tune, than other men; so neither yet does he speak words of humble found; affecting a language of Another tone or tune, than other men; av av-d av vdz pns31 vvi n2 pp-f j n1; vvg dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1, cs j-jn n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 32 Page 21
265 to be thought more humble than other men; True humilitie desires as little to be heard, as seene. to be Thought more humble than other men; True humility Desires as little to be herd, as seen. pc-acp vbi vvn av-dc j cs j-jn n2; j n1 n2 p-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 32 Page 21
266 For the matter, there may be difference; for the manner, Loquendum vt vulgus: He speakes as other men; For the matter, there may be difference; for the manner, Loquendum vt vulgus: He speaks as other men; p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmb vbi n1; p-acp dt n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la: pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 32 Page 21
267 without affectation of humilitie, condescending to them of low estate. Secondly, In his apparrell; which is graue, and modest; without affectation of humility, condescending to them of low estate. Secondly, In his apparel; which is graven, and modest; p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp pno32 pp-f j n1. ord, p-acp po31 n1; r-crq vbz j, cc j; (4) tract (DIV1) 32 Page 21
268 neither vainely garish, nor sordidly sluttish: Neither want only lasciuious, nor phantastically ridiculous: neither vainly garish, nor sordidly sluttish: Neither want only lascivious, nor fantastically ridiculous: d av-j j, ccx av-j j: av-dx n1 av-j j, ccx av-j j: (4) tract (DIV1) 33 Page 22
269 neither too much in, nor too much out of the fashion of the times and places where he liues. Decent without curiositie, without singularitie. neither too much in, nor too much out of the fashion of the times and places where he lives. Decent without curiosity, without singularity. av-dx av av-d p-acp, ccx av av-d av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 c-crq pns31 vvz. j p-acp n1, p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 33 Page 22
270 This latter, as it cannot auoid the suspition of pride, so it makes the persons and professions of them that affect it, to be ridiculous. This latter, as it cannot avoid the suspicion of pride, so it makes the Persons and professions of them that affect it, to be ridiculous. d d, c-acp pn31 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, av pn31 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32 cst vvb pn31, pc-acp vbi j. (4) tract (DIV1) 34 Page 22
271 Let the outside be graue, modest, chast, proportioned to our callings and abilities: Let thee outside be graven, modest, chaste, proportioned to our callings and abilities: vvb pno32 av-an vbb j, j, j, vvn p-acp po12 n2 cc n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 34 Page 22
272 the inside lined with humility and humblenesse of minde, as Saint Peter exhorts, & it matters not greatly what we were. the inside lined with humility and humbleness of mind, as Saint Peter exhorts, & it matters not greatly what we were. dt n1-an vvd p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 np1 vvz, cc pn31 n2 xx av-j r-crq pns12 vbdr. (4) tract (DIV1) 34 Page 22
273 The truly humble man condescends in this, to them of lowe estate. Thirdly, In his companie or society; The truly humble man condescends in this, to them of low estate. Thirdly, In his company or society; dt av-j j n1 vvz p-acp d, p-acp pno32 pp-f j n1. ord, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 34 Page 22
274 hee is indeed familiar with the best, but yet courteous, affable, of an amiable carriage vnto all, without disdaine or contempt of any. he is indeed familiar with the best, but yet courteous, affable, of an amiable carriage unto all, without disdain or contempt of any. pns31 vbz av j-jn p-acp dt js, cc-acp av j, j, pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d, p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f d. (4) tract (DIV1) 35 Page 22
275 It was a speech of proud Sectaries, Stand further off, touch me not, I am holier than thou; It was a speech of proud Sectaries, Stand further off, touch me not, I am Holier than thou; pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n2, vvb av-jc a-acp, vvb pno11 xx, pns11 vbm jc cs pns21; (4) tract (DIV1) 35 Page 22
276 And they were disdainefull Pharisees that said, Why eateth your Master with Publicans and sinners? O man, who hath separated thee? or what hast thou that thou hast not receiued? NONLATINALPHABET, why dost thou vilifie, or (as Tertullian renders the word significātly) why dost thou nullifie thy brother? as if he were nothing worth, in comparison of thy selfe? Such were some of you: Such were all of you; And they were disdainful Pharisees that said, Why Eateth your Master with Publicans and Sinners? Oh man, who hath separated thee? or what hast thou that thou hast not received?, why dost thou vilify, or (as Tertullian renders the word significantly) why dost thou nullify thy brother? as if he were nothing worth, in comparison of thy self? Such were Some of you: Such were all of you; cc pns32 vbdr j np2 cst vvd, q-crq vvz po22 n1 p-acp np1 cc n2? uh n1, r-crq vhz vvn pno21? cc q-crq vh2 pns21 cst pns21 vh2 xx vvn?, uh-crq vd2 pns21 vvi, cc (c-acp np1 vvz dt n1 av-j) c-crq vd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1? c-acp cs pns31 vbdr pix j, p-acp n1 pp-f po21 n1? d vbdr d pp-f pn22: d vbdr d pp-f pn22; (4) tract (DIV1) 35 Page 22
277 Wee our selues (saies humble Paul) were in times past, foolish, disobedient, deceiued, seruing diuers lusts and pleasures, &c. and therefore ought to shew all meekenesse to all men. we our selves (Says humble Paul) were in times past, foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving diverse Lustiest and pleasures, etc. and Therefore ought to show all meekness to all men. pns12 po12 n2 (vvz j np1) vbdr p-acp n2 j, j, j, vvn, vvg j n2 cc n2, av cc av vmd p-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 35 Page 22
278 Who knowes not that hee that is a Saul to day, may be a Paul to morrow? To despise, Who knows not that he that is a Saul to day, may be a Paul to morrow? To despise, r-crq vvz xx cst pns31 cst vbz dt np1 p-acp n1, vmb vbi dt np1 p-acp n1? p-acp vvi, (4) tract (DIV1) 35 Page 23
279 and skorne the companie of the men of the world, is not the way to winne them. and scorn the company of the men of the world, is not the Way to win them. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (4) tract (DIV1) 35 Page 23
280 Therefore true humilitie condescends to them of low estate, if not to familiaritie, yet to common courtesie. Therefore true humility condescends to them of low estate, if not to familiarity, yet to Common courtesy. av j n1 vvz p-acp pno32 pp-f j n1, cs xx p-acp n1, av p-acp j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 35 Page 23
281 I conclude this part of his practise: I conclude this part of his practice: pns11 vvb d n1 pp-f po31 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 35 Page 23
282 Singularitie in any of these, in words, in apparel, in companie, is to shew our selues proud, Singularity in any of these, in words, in apparel, in company, is to show our selves proud, n1 p-acp d pp-f d, p-acp n2, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j, (4) tract (DIV1) 35 Page 23
283 whiles we desire to be thought humble. Secondly, In one particular of Honour; The rule is, Rom. 12. 10. In honour preferring one another. while we desire to be Thought humble. Secondly, In one particular of Honour; The Rule is, Rom. 12. 10. In honour preferring one Another. cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn j. ord, p-acp crd j pp-f n1; dt n1 vbz, np1 crd crd p-acp n1 vvg pi j-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 35 Page 23
284 Humilitie is apparent here, both in giuing & taking. First, In giuing honour, euer preferring another before it selfe: and that, First, In words; Humility is apparent Here, both in giving & taking. First, In giving honour, ever preferring Another before it self: and that, First, In words; n1 vbz j av, av-d p-acp vvg cc vvg. ord, p-acp vvg n1, av vvg j-jn p-acp pn31 n1: cc cst, ord, p-acp n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 36 Page 23
285 the humble man admires, and commends that in another; which he thinks not vnworthily neglected in himselfe; the humble man admires, and commends that in Another; which he thinks not unworthily neglected in himself; dt j n1 vvz, cc vvz d p-acp n-jn; r-crq pns31 vvz xx av-j vvn p-acp px31; (4) tract (DIV1) 38 Page 23
286 yea better abilities in himselfe, are lesse magnified than meaner in another. yea better abilities in himself, Are less magnified than meaner in Another. uh j n2 p-acp px31, vbr dc vvn cs av-j p-acp j-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 38 Page 23
287 Thus Gideon that valiant Champion, to the Ephraimites expostulating with him, said, What haue I done now in comparison of you? Is not the gleaning of the grapes of Ephraim, better than the vintage of Abiezer? yea more, verse. 3. What was I able to doe in comparison of you? He had done all, Thus gideon that valiant Champion, to the Ephraimites expostulating with him, said, What have I done now in comparison of you? Is not the gleaning of the grapes of Ephraim, better than the vintage of Abiezer? yea more, verse. 3. What was I able to do in comparison of you? He had done all, av np1 cst j n1, p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp pno31, vvd, q-crq vhb pns11 vdn av p-acp n1 pp-f pn22? vbz xx dt vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, jc cs dt n1 pp-f np1? uh n1, n1. crd q-crq vbds pns11 j pc-acp vdi p-acp n1 pp-f pn22? pns31 vhd vdn d, (4) tract (DIV1) 38 Page 23
288 and they nothing, yet hee disparages himselfe, both in his abilities and performance. and they nothing, yet he disparages himself, both in his abilities and performance. cc pns32 pix, av pns31 vvz px31, av-d p-acp po31 n2 cc n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 38 Page 23
289 A proud and vainglorious man is euer eleuating anothers worth, to set a better glosse vpon his owne; A proud and vainglorious man is ever elevating another's worth, to Set a better gloss upon his own; dt j cc j n1 vbz av j-vvg j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt jc n1 p-acp po31 d; (4) tract (DIV1) 38 Page 23
290 I am not as other men, no adulterer, &c. nor as this Publican; I fast twice a weeke, pay tithes of all, &c. 2. In deedes; I am not as other men, no adulterer, etc. nor as this Publican; I fast twice a Week, pay Tithes of all, etc. 2. In Deeds; pns11 vbm xx c-acp j-jn n2, dx n1, av ccx c-acp d n1; pns11 av-j av dt n1, vvb n2 pp-f d, av crd p-acp n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 38 Page 23
291 In matters of courtesie and complement, hee reserues the meanest and lowest place for himselfe; In matters of courtesy and compliment, he reserves the Meanest and lowest place for himself; p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz dt js cc js n1 p-acp px31; (4) tract (DIV1) 39 Page 24
292 giuing others leaue to take the way, the wall, and the highest seate, at feasts and in the Synagogues; giving Others leave to take the Way, the wall, and the highest seat, At feasts and in the Synagogues; vvg n2-jn vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1, dt n1, cc dt js n1, p-acp n2 cc p-acp dt n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 39 Page 24
293 Not out of complement, inwardly vexing and fretting at such as tooke it; hoping their modestie and good manners would haue refused it; but in simplicitie of iudgement; Not out of compliment, inwardly vexing and fretting At such as took it; hoping their modesty and good manners would have refused it; but in simplicity of judgement; xx av pp-f n1, av-j vvg cc vvg p-acp d c-acp vvd pn31; vvg po32 n1 cc j n2 vmd vhi vvn pn31; cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 39 Page 24
294 as beeing content to goe yet lower. Our Sauiour taxed the Scribes and Pharises for the contrarie; as being content to go yet lower. Our Saviour taxed the Scribes and Pharisees for the contrary; c-acp vbg j pc-acp vvi av av-jc. po12 n1 vvd dt n2 cc np1 p-acp dt n-jn; (4) tract (DIV1) 39 Page 24
295 They loue the vppermost roomes at feasts, and the chiefe seats in the Synagogues. Not that it is vnlawfull for a man in dignity to take the highest place; They love the uppermost rooms At feasts, and the chief seats in the Synagogues. Not that it is unlawful for a man in dignity to take the highest place; pns32 vvb dt j n2 p-acp n2, cc dt j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2. xx d pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt js n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 39 Page 24
296 but they loue it, said our Sauiour, that is, they affect it, with much contentment when they haue it, but they love it, said our Saviour, that is, they affect it, with much contentment when they have it, cc-acp pns32 vvb pn31, vvd po12 n1, cst vbz, pns32 vvb pn31, p-acp d n1 c-crq pns32 vhb pn31, (4) tract (DIV1) 39 Page 24
297 and discontent when they misse it. and discontent when they miss it. cc j-jn c-crq pns32 vvb pn31. (4) tract (DIV1) 39 Page 24
298 The poore humble-Publican stood a farre off, as thinking himselfe not worthy to come into the Temple; The poor humble-Publican stood a Far off, as thinking himself not worthy to come into the Temple; dt j n1 vvd dt av-j a-acp, c-acp vvg px31 xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 39 Page 24
299 The Pharisee (it's likely) got him into the midst and chiefest place; where he might be most conspicuous to all eyes. The Pharisee (it's likely) god him into the midst and chiefest place; where he might be most conspicuous to all eyes. dt np1 (pn31|vbz j) vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc js-jn n1; c-crq pns31 vmd vbi av-ds j p-acp d n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 39 Page 24
300 2. In taking honour, hee still preferres another before himselfe, and sits still either to be offered, or neglected: 2. In taking honour, he still prefers Another before himself, and sits still either to be offered, or neglected: crd p-acp vvg n1, pns31 av vvz j-jn p-acp px31, cc vvz av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn: (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 24
301 In acceptation of places of publike charge, and honour, his resolution is, Detur digniori, let the most worthy carrie it. In acceptation of places of public charge, and honour, his resolution is, Detur digniori, let the most worthy carry it. p-acp n1 pp-f n2 pp-f j n1, cc n1, po31 n1 vbz, fw-la fw-la, vvb dt av-ds j vvb pn31. (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 24
302 Sometimes he hides himselfe in his retired secrecie, (as Saul behinde the stuffe,) lest he should be found of preferments. Sometime he hides himself in his retired secrecy, (as Saul behind the stuff,) lest he should be found of preferments. av pns31 vvz px31 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, (c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1,) cs pns31 vmd vbi vvn pp-f n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 24
303 When hee is found, hee sometimes denies, with disparagement of himselfe, as Moses, Send by him, by whom thou shouldest send; When he is found, he sometime Denies, with disparagement of himself, as Moses, Send by him, by whom thou Shouldst send; c-crq pns31 vbz vvn, pns31 av vvz, p-acp n1 pp-f px31, c-acp np1, vvb p-acp pno31, p-acp ro-crq pns21 vmd2 vvi; (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 24
304 O my Lord, I am not eloquent, I am slow of speech, and slow of tongue; Oh my Lord, I am not eloquent, I am slow of speech, and slow of tongue; uh po11 n1, pns11 vbm xx j, pns11 vbm j pp-f n1, cc j pp-f n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
305 and Isaiah, I am a man of polluted lips, &c. When hee condescends to accept, (as sometime necessity of liuing enforces him to put forth himselfe) he lookes that the way be faire and honest; and Isaiah, I am a man of polluted lips, etc. When he condescends to accept, (as sometime necessity of living inforces him to put forth himself) he looks that the Way be fair and honest; cc np1, pns11 vbm dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, av c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, (c-acp av n1 pp-f vvg vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi av px31) pns31 vvz cst dt n1 vbb j cc j; (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
306 if not, hee fals backe againe to his place of obscurity. if not, he falls back again to his place of obscurity. cs xx, pns31 vvz av av p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
307 This hee doth not of any cunning to bee more importuned, but out of that low estimation he sets vpon himselfe, through a voluntary and meeke deiectednes of himselfe. This he does not of any cunning to be more importuned, but out of that low estimation he sets upon himself, through a voluntary and meek deiectednes of himself. d pns31 vdz xx pp-f d n-jn pc-acp vbi av-dc vvn, cc-acp av pp-f d j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp px31, p-acp dt j-jn cc j n1 pp-f px31. (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
308 Thus it was of old, when the worthiest men hid themselues from the eminentest places in Church and Common-wealth. Thus it was of old, when the Worthiest men hid themselves from the Eminentest places in Church and Commonwealth. av pn31 vbds pp-f j, c-crq dt js n2 vvd px32 p-acp dt js n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
309 O times how are you altered! O Humility how art thou banished! O times how Are you altered! O Humility how art thou banished! sy n2 q-crq vbr pn22 vvn! sy n1 q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn! (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
310 I list not to parallel the times, they are old enough, let them speake for themselues. I list not to parallel the times, they Are old enough, let them speak for themselves. pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n2, pns32 vbr j av-d, vvb pno32 vvi p-acp px32. (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
311 I conclude it, The proud, and vaineglorious man is like the Marigold (a flower of no great good smell, I conclude it, The proud, and vainglorious man is like the Marigold (a flower of no great good smell, pns11 vvb pn31, dt j, cc j n1 vbz av-j dt n1 (dt n1 pp-f dx j j n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
312 as hee of little deserts) which opens and shuts with the Sunne; as he of little deserts) which Opens and shuts with the Sun; c-acp pns31 pp-f j n2) r-crq vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
313 or like the Heliotropion, which no sooner sees the Lunne arise, but it lifts vp the head, or like the Heliotropion, which no sooner sees the Lunne arise, but it lifts up the head, cc av-j dt np1, r-crq av-dx av-c vvz dt n1 vvb, cc-acp pn31 vvz a-acp dt n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
314 and all day long turnes after it; and all day long turns After it; cc d n1 av-j vvz p-acp pn31; (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
315 and when the Sunne is set, (the hope of preferment gone) hangs down the head as forlorne and desperate. and when the Sun is Set, (the hope of preferment gone) hangs down the head as forlorn and desperate. cc c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, (dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn) vvz p-acp dt n1 c-acp j cc j. (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
316 The humble man, on the other side, is like the Lilie, as Bernard; or rather like the sweet smelling Violet, which growes low to the ground, & hangs the head downwards; The humble man, on the other side, is like the Lily, as Bernard; or rather like the sweet smelling Violet, which grows low to the ground, & hangs the head downwards; dt j n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbz av-j dt n1, p-acp np1; cc av-c av-j dt j j-vvg n1, r-crq vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 av; (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
317 and besides, hides it selfe with its owne leaues: and beside, hides it self with its own leaves: cc a-acp, vvz pn31 n1 p-acp po31 d n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
318 And were it not, that the fragrant smell of his many vertues betraies him to the world, would chuse to liue and die in his selfe-contenting secrecy. And were it not, that the fragrant smell of his many Virtues betrays him to the world, would choose to live and die in his self-contenting secrecy. cc vbdr pn31 xx, cst dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n2 vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
319 Thus haue wee heard the full discourse vpon the obiects of humility; Now wee must proceed to the third point. Thus have we herd the full discourse upon the objects of humility; Now we must proceed to the third point. av vhb pns12 vvd dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 40 Page 25
320 3. The degrees of Humility. There are two words to expresse the true vertue of humility; 3. The Degrees of Humility. There Are two words to express the true virtue of humility; crd dt n2 pp-f n1. pc-acp vbr crd n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 41 Page 26
321 this of the Apostle; (NONLATINALPHABET) humblenesse of minde, and that of our Sauiour, (NONLATINALPHABET) lowlinesse of heart. Both which words, Minde, and Heart, haue diuers acceptions in Scripture; three especially to our purpose; this of the Apostle; () humbleness of mind, and that of our Saviour, () lowliness of heart. Both which words, Mind, and Heart, have diverse acceptions in Scripture; three especially to our purpose; d pp-f dt n1; () n1 pp-f n1, cc d pp-f po12 n1, () n1 pp-f n1. d r-crq n2, vvb, cc n1, vhb j n2 p-acp n1; crd av-j p-acp po12 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 41 Page 26
322 The vnderstanding, the affection, the will. I instance not, the places are obuious. Accordingly, there are three degrees of humility, in this threefold subiect. The understanding, the affection, the will. I instance not, the places Are obvious. Accordingly, there Are three Degrees of humility, in this threefold Subject. dt n1, dt n1, dt n1. pns11 n1 xx, dt n2 vbr j. av-vvg, pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n1, p-acp d j n-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 41 Page 26
323 One in the vnderstanding, another in the affections, a third in the will. One in the understanding, Another in the affections, a third in the will. pi p-acp dt n1, j-jn p-acp dt n2, dt ord p-acp dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 41 Page 26
324 That deuout Father gaue this light, at least for two of them, There is (saith hee) a double humility; One bred of truth or veritie, another formed and inflamed by charitie; That devout Father gave this Light, At least for two of them, There is (Says he) a double humility; One bred of truth or verity, Another formed and inflamed by charity; cst j n1 vvd d n1, p-acp ds p-acp crd pp-f pno32, pc-acp vbz (vvz pns31) dt j-jn n1; crd vvn pp-f n1 cc n1, j-jn vvn cc vvn p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 41 Page 26
325 This in the affection, that other in knowledge or the vnderstanding: I adde a third in the will; This in the affection, that other in knowledge or the understanding: I add a third in the will; d p-acp dt n1, cst n-jn p-acp n1 cc dt n1: pns11 vvb dt ord p-acp dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 41 Page 26
326 see the difference in the particulars. see the difference in the particulars. vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2-j. (4) tract (DIV1) 41 Page 26
327 1. In the vnderstanding; which arises from truth, or (as I said) the true knowledge of our selues; 1. In the understanding; which arises from truth, or (as I said) the true knowledge of our selves; crd p-acp dt n1; r-crq vvz p-acp n1, cc (c-acp pns11 vvd) dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 26
328 this makes vs vile and humble in our owne eyes. this makes us vile and humble in our own eyes. d vvz pno12 j cc j p-acp po12 d n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 26
329 For if thou looke into thy selfe (as that Father goes on) by the light of truth, without all dissimulation, For if thou look into thy self (as that Father Goes on) by the Light of truth, without all dissimulation, p-acp cs pns21 vvb p-acp po21 n1 (c-acp d n1 vvz a-acp) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 26
330 and iudge thy selfe without flattery, I doubt not but thou wilt be humbled in thine owne eyes, and judge thy self without flattery, I doubt not but thou wilt be humbled in thine own eyes, cc vvb po21 n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb xx cc-acp pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp po21 d n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 26
331 and vilified by this knowledge of thy selfe: and vilified by this knowledge of thy self: cc vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f po21 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 26
332 yet perhaps thou art not so far and so low humble, that thou couldest be content to be thus vile in the eies of men. yet perhaps thou art not so Far and so low humble, that thou Couldst be content to be thus vile in the eyes of men. av av pns21 vb2r xx av av-j cc av av-j j, cst pns21 vmd2 vbi j pc-acp vbi av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 26
333 The proudest man liuing, if hee would but looke into that sinke of corruption within, The proudest man living, if he would but look into that sink of corruption within, dt js n1 j-vvg, cs pns31 vmd cc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 a-acp, (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 27
334 and take notice of his owne sinfulnesse, could not chuse but be humbled, at least while he thus beholds himselfe; and take notice of his own sinfulness, could not choose but be humbled, At least while he thus beholds himself; cc vvb n1 pp-f po31 d n1, vmd xx vvi cc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp ds cs pns31 av vvz px31; (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 27
335 yet would not for a world, the world should see or know how vile he is. yet would not for a world, the world should see or know how vile he is. av vmd xx p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmd vvi cc vvb c-crq j pns31 vbz. (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 27
336 And therefore it is that he playes the hypocrite, and puts on a cloake for his shame, And Therefore it is that he plays the hypocrite, and puts on a cloak for his shame, cc av pn31 vbz cst pns31 vvz dt n1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 27
337 as the Apostle speakes, lest his nakednes should appeare. This is a degree, and the first degree of humility; as the Apostle speaks, lest his nakedness should appear. This is a degree, and the First degree of humility; c-acp dt n1 vvz, cs po31 n1 vmd vvi. d vbz dt n1, cc dt ord n1 pp-f n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 27
338 yet is such as may be in an hypocrite, in a reprobate; yet is such as may be in an hypocrite, in a Reprobate; av vbz d c-acp vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n-jn; (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 27
339 euen Iudas thus saw and abhorred his owne selfe, and therefore to hide it, went and hanged himselfe. even Iudas thus saw and abhorred his own self, and Therefore to hide it, went and hanged himself. av np1 av vvd cc vvd po31 d n1, cc av pc-acp vvi pn31, vvd cc vvn px31. (4) tract (DIV1) 42 Page 27
340 2. In the affections; If when truth hath thus shewed thee to thy selfe, and thou art now humble and vile in thine owne eyes; 2. In the affections; If when truth hath thus showed thee to thy self, and thou art now humble and vile in thine own eyes; crd p-acp dt n2; cs c-crq n1 vhz av vvn pno21 p-acp po21 n1, cc pns21 vb2r av j cc j p-acp po21 d n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
341 thou canst now be content (as farre as lies in thee, and as discretion will suffer,) that there were a window in thy breast, (as one sometime wished) that all others should see thy inside, thou Canst now be content (as Far as lies in thee, and as discretion will suffer,) that there were a window in thy breast, (as one sometime wished) that all Others should see thy inside, pns21 vm2 av vbi j (c-acp av-j c-acp vvz p-acp pno21, cc p-acp n1 vmb vvi,) cst pc-acp vbdr dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, (c-acp pi av vvn) cst d n2-jn vmd vvi po21 n1-an, (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
342 and know how vile thou art; and know how vile thou art; cc vvb c-crq j pns21 vb2r; (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
343 and haue the same opinion of thee, that thou hast of thy selfe, according to truth; and have the same opinion of thee, that thou hast of thy self, according to truth; cc vhb dt d n1 pp-f pno21, cst pns21 vh2 pp-f po21 n1, vvg p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
344 this is a lower degree of true humility. I say as farre as lies in thee, and discretion will suffer; this is a lower degree of true humility. I say as Far as lies in thee, and discretion will suffer; d vbz dt jc n1 pp-f j n1. pns11 vvb a-acp av-j c-acp vvz p-acp pno21, cc n1 vmb vvi; (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
345 For it is not at all times expedient, that others should know as much by vs, For it is not At all times expedient, that Others should know as much by us, c-acp pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n2 j, cst n2-jn vmd vvi p-acp d p-acp pno12, (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
346 as we know by our selues. as we know by our selves. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
347 And wee are forbidden (as that Father ingeniously) both by the veritie of charity, And we Are forbidden (as that Father ingeniously) both by the verity of charity, cc pns12 vbr vvn (c-acp cst n1 av-j) d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
348 and charity of veritie, to manifest that which may hurt him that knowes it. and charity of verity, to manifest that which may hurt him that knows it. cc n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi d r-crq vmb vvi pno31 cst vvz pn31. (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
349 But this humility consists in a readinesse, and a contented disposition of the minde, to doe it, when iust occasion shall serue. But this humility consists in a readiness, and a contented disposition of the mind, to do it, when just occasion shall serve. p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vdi pn31, c-crq j n1 vmb vvi. (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
350 And that is in two cases. And that is in two cases. cc cst vbz p-acp crd n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 27
351 First, when the glory of God is endangered by our silence and concealement, as in that businesse of Achan; when the whole host •••••ed for a secret sinne, First, when the glory of God is endangered by our silence and concealment, as in that business of achan; when the Whole host •••••ed for a secret sin, ord, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f np1; c-crq dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 28
352 and so the Iustice of God might haue beene questioned; Now, Confesse and giue glory to God, saies Ioshua. and so the justice of God might have been questioned; Now, Confess and give glory to God, Says Ioshua. cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vhi vbn vvn; av, vvb cc vvi n1 p-acp np1, vvz np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 43 Page 28
353 Secondly, when the good of others may bee procured, either their repentance hastened, or their faith strengthened, or the like; Secondly, when the good of Others may be procured, either their Repentance hastened, or their faith strengthened, or the like; ord, c-crq dt j pp-f n2-jn vmb vbi vvn, d po32 n1 vvd, cc po32 n1 vvn, cc dt j; (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
354 Thus the Apostle Paul reckons vp and records his former wicked life, that he being a Persecuter & a blasphemer, &c. yet was receiued to mercy. Thus the Apostle Paul reckons up and records his former wicked life, that he being a Persecutor & a blasphemer, etc. yet was received to mercy. av dt n1 np1 vvz a-acp cc vvz po31 j j n1, cst pns31 vbg dt n1 cc dt n1, av av vbds vvn p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
355 Some man might say, Why doth Paul thus lay open his owne nakednesse? Who commands him to vilifie himselfe? I answer, charity commanded him; some man might say, Why does Paul thus lay open his own nakedness? Who commands him to vilify himself? I answer, charity commanded him; d n1 vmd vvi, q-crq vdz np1 av vvd j po31 d n1? q-crq vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi px31? pns11 vvb, n1 vvd pno31; (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
356 to encourage others to repentance, vpon his example of mercy: to encourage Others to Repentance, upon his Exampl of mercy: pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
357 For this cause I was receiued to mercy, that Christ Iesus might shew in mee, all long-suffering, For this cause I was received to mercy, that christ Iesus might show in me, all long-suffering, p-acp d n1 pns11 vbds vvn p-acp n1, cst np1 np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno11, d j, (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
358 for a patterne to them which should beleeue, &c. Except but these two cases, and that old rule of nature is of vse, No man is bound to betray himselfe. for a pattern to them which should believe, etc. Except but these two cases, and that old Rule of nature is of use, No man is bound to betray himself. p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vmd vvi, av c-acp p-acp d crd n2, cc cst j n1 pp-f n1 vbz pp-f n1, dx n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi px31. (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
359 Yea, the same charity that teacheth vs to couer a multitude of sinnes in others, commands vs to couer as many in our selues. Yea, the same charity that Teaches us to cover a multitude of Sins in Others, commands us to cover as many in our selves. uh, dt d n1 cst vvz pno12 p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n2-jn, vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp d p-acp po12 n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
360 It is then the disposition of the minde, wherein this degree of humility, for the most part consists; It is then the disposition of the mind, wherein this degree of humility, for the most part consists; pn31 vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt av-ds n1 vvz; (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
361 to bee contented to be yet more vile; to be contented to be yet more vile; pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av av-dc j; (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
362 and when either of those fore-named cases comes in our way, actually to vilifie our selues, by shaming & humbling of our selues. and when either of those forenamed cases comes in our Way, actually to vilify our selves, by shaming & humbling of our selves. cc c-crq d pp-f d j n2 vvz p-acp po12 n1, av-j pc-acp vvi po12 n2, p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f po12 n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
363 They whose hearts are throughly broken, thinke not much the world should know them vile; but when need is, are the first proclaimers of their owne shame. They whose hearts Are thoroughly broken, think not much the world should know them vile; but when need is, Are the First proclaimers of their own shame. pns32 r-crq n2 vbr av-j vvn, vvb xx d dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 j; cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz, vbr dt ord n2 pp-f po32 d n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 28
364 This is sound and true humility indeed, and that which distinguishes it from counterfeit and hypocriticall. This is found and true humility indeed, and that which Distinguishes it from counterfeit and hypocritical. np1 vbz j cc j n1 av, cc cst r-crq vvz pn31 p-acp n-jn cc j. (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 29
365 See but the difference in Saul and Dauid: Long it was ere Saul could be wrought to see, at least to acknowledge, his owne vilenesse, See but the difference in Saul and David: Long it was ere Saul could be wrought to see, At least to acknowledge, his own vileness, n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 cc np1: vvb pn31 vbds p-acp np1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, p-acp ds pc-acp vvi, po31 d n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 29
366 though but to Samuel in priuate; though but to Samuel in private; cs cc-acp pc-acp np1 p-acp j; (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 29
367 At last hee confesses, I haue sinned; but marke how iealous he is of his credit in publike, Yet honour me before the people. At last he Confesses, I have sinned; but mark how jealous he is of his credit in public, Yet honour me before the people. p-acp ord pns31 vvz, pns11 vhb vvn; p-acp n1 c-crq j pns31 vbz pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j, av vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 29
368 Dauid on the other side, presently sees his sinne, and confesses to Nathan, I haue sinned; David on the other side, presently sees his sin, and Confesses to Nathan, I have sinned; np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, av-j vvz po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn; (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 29
369 But marke the second degree of humility, (as if hee said now, as once to Micol, I will yet be more vile:) He hath recorded and registred his sinne and his shame to all succeeding generations in that 51. Psalme. Those then, that can priuately see and acknowledge their owne vilenesse, But mark the second degree of humility, (as if he said now, as once to Micol, I will yet be more vile:) He hath recorded and registered his sin and his shame to all succeeding generations in that 51. Psalm. Those then, that can privately see and acknowledge their own vileness, p-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f n1, (c-acp cs pns31 vvd av, c-acp a-acp pc-acp np1, pns11 vmb av vbi av-dc j:) pns31 vhz vvn cc vvn po31 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2 p-acp d crd n1. d av, cst vmb av-j vvi cc vvi po32 d n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 29
370 and yet are tender ouer their reputation in publike, (where there is iust occasion offered to auile themselues) and seeke base and vngodly shifts to preserue it, are not yet so humble as they should be: and yet Are tender over their reputation in public, (where there is just occasion offered to avile themselves) and seek base and ungodly shifts to preserve it, Are not yet so humble as they should be: cc av vbr j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp j, (c-crq pc-acp vbz j n1 vvd pc-acp vvi px32) cc vvb j cc j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31, vbr xx av av j c-acp pns32 vmd vbi: (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 29
371 wanting the second degree of humility. 3. In the will. And this is informed and inflamed by true charity; wanting the second degree of humility. 3. In the will. And this is informed and inflamed by true charity; vvg dt ord n1 pp-f n1. crd p-acp dt n1. cc d vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp j n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 44 Page 29
372 when notwithstanding a man hath attained to great degrees of perfection, yet hee humbles himselfe before God and men; when notwithstanding a man hath attained to great Degrees of perfection, yet he humbles himself before God and men; c-crq p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, av pns31 vvz px31 p-acp np1 cc n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 29
373 This degree (I confesse) was perfectly eminent in none but our blessed Sauiour; This degree (I confess) was perfectly eminent in none but our blessed Saviour; d n1 (pns11 vvb) vbds av-j j p-acp pix cc-acp po12 j-vvn n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 29
374 yet is it propounded to vs as the patterne and copie of our imitation, Learne of me, for I am lowly in heart. yet is it propounded to us as the pattern and copy of our imitation, Learn of me, for I am lowly in heart. av vbz pn31 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvb pp-f pno11, c-acp pns11 vbm j p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 29
375 There was in him no vilenesse of sinne, which might make him thus lowly in his owne eyes, There was in him no vileness of sin, which might make him thus lowly in his own eyes, a-acp vbds p-acp pno31 dx n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmd vvi pno31 av av-j p-acp po31 d n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 29
376 or contented thus to be reputed by others. There was in him, the fulnesse of all perfection; or contented thus to be reputed by Others. There was in him, the fullness of all perfection; cc vvn av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2-jn. a-acp vbds p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 29
377 In him the fulnesse of the God-head dwelt bodily: In him the fullness of the Godhead dwelled bodily: p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd j: (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
378 Beeing in the forme of God, he thought it no robberie to be equall with God; Being in the Form of God, he Thought it no robbery to be equal with God; vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd pn31 dx n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp np1; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
379 yet he made himselfe of no reputation, and tooke vpon him the shape of a seruant; Hee humbled himselfe: saith the Apostle. yet he made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the shape of a servant; He humbled himself: Says the Apostle. av pns31 vvd px31 pp-f dx n1, cc vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1; pns31 vvd px31: vvz dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
380 This he did, not out of necessitie (I meane necessitie of imperfections) but voluntarily; This he did, not out of necessity (I mean necessity of imperfections) but voluntarily; d pns31 vdd, xx av pp-f n1 (pns11 vvb n1 pp-f n2) p-acp av-jn; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
381 not out of the iudgement of any imperfections, but in the most exquisite knowledge of most absolute perfections. not out of the judgement of any imperfections, but in the most exquisite knowledge of most absolute perfections. xx av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc-acp p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f ds j n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
382 Not as thou, and I (saith that Father) finde our selues in the disquisition of truth, worthy of shame and contempt, worthy of extremitie and inferioritie, worthy of punishment and stripes: not so he: Not as thou, and I (Says that Father) find our selves in the disquisition of truth, worthy of shame and contempt, worthy of extremity and inferiority, worthy of punishment and stripes: not so he: xx c-acp pns21, cc pns11 (vvz cst n1) vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, j pp-f n1 cc n1, j pp-f n1 cc n1, j pp-f n1 cc n2: xx av pns31: (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
383 All which yet he suffered, and tooke experience off, because he would, not because he ought; All which yet he suffered, and took experience off, Because he would, not Because he ought; d r-crq av pns31 vvd, cc vvd n1 a-acp, c-acp pns31 vmd, xx c-acp pns31 vmd; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
384 as beeing humble with that humilitie which the heart or will perswaded, not that which the discussion of truth inforced. as being humble with that humility which the heart or will persuaded, not that which the discussion of truth enforced. c-acp vbg j p-acp d n1 r-crq dt n1 cc n1 vvd, xx d r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
385 This latter is a good kinde, and degree of humilitie, but yet but shallow. It is a comely thing to see a sinner humble; This latter is a good kind, and degree of humility, but yet but shallow. It is a comely thing to see a sinner humble; d d vbz dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp av p-acp j. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
386 but more to see an innocent. In him that hath sinned, (as wee haue all done) although humilitie deserue approbation; yet not admiration; but more to see an innocent. In him that hath sinned, (as we have all done) although humility deserve approbation; yet not admiration; cc-acp av-dc pc-acp vvi dt j-jn. p-acp pno31 cst vhz vvn, (c-acp pns12 vhb d vdn) cs n1 vvb n1; av xx n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
387 There is good cause why he should be humble. There is good cause why he should be humble. pc-acp vbz j n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vbi j. (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
388 But if any man keepe innocencie (as he did) and ioyne to it humilitie, (as he also did) doth hee not seeme to possesse a double ornament of his soule? saies the same Father. But if any man keep innocence (as he did) and join to it humility, (as he also did) does he not seem to possess a double ornament of his soul? Says the same Father. p-acp cs d n1 vvi n1 (c-acp pns31 vdd) cc vvi p-acp pn31 n1, (c-acp pns31 av vdd) vdz pns31 xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1? vvz dt d n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
389 No man liuing euer could attaine to this degree in absolute perfection. Yet haue they laboured after it. No man living ever could attain to this degree in absolute perfection. Yet have they laboured After it. dx n1 vvg av vmd vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp j n1. av vhb pns32 vvd p-acp pn31. (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
390 Paul could say of himselfe, I know nothing by my selfe: hee was a man eleuated into the third heauen; Paul could say of himself, I know nothing by my self: he was a man elevated into the third heaven; np1 vmd vvi pp-f px31, pns11 vvb pix p-acp po11 n1: pns31 vbds dt n1 vvn p-acp dt ord n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 30
391 a man of as rare and high perfections, as euer the world yeelded; a man of as rare and high perfections, as ever the world yielded; dt n1 pp-f a-acp j cc j n2, c-acp av dt n1 vvd; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 31
392 yet was hee humble; I haue made my selfe seruant vnto all, though free from all, &c. The righteous is better than his neighbour; yet was he humble; I have made my self servant unto all, though free from all, etc. The righteous is better than his neighbour; av vbds pns31 j; pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 n1 p-acp d, cs j p-acp d, av dt j vbz jc cs po31 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 31
393 in Iustification, in eminent degrees of Sanctification; he knowes hee is thus better, and yet he is, or must be humble. This wee must labour for; in Justification, in eminent Degrees of Sanctification; he knows he is thus better, and yet he is, or must be humble. This we must labour for; p-acp n1, p-acp j n2 pp-f n1; pns31 vvz pns31 vbz av j, cc av pns31 vbz, cc vmb vbi j. np1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 31
394 to bee humble vpon the knowledge of our perfections. to be humble upon the knowledge of our perfections. pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 31
395 As the good eare of corne, the fuller it is, the lower it hangs the head; As the good ear of corn, the fuller it is, the lower it hangs the head; p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt jc pn31 vbz, dt jc pn31 vvz dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 31
396 or as a vessell cast into the sea, the more it fills, the deeper it sinks vnder water. or as a vessel cast into the sea, the more it fills, the Deeper it sinks under water. cc c-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1, dt av-dc pn31 vvz, dt jc-jn pn31 vvz p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 31
397 And this is the bottome of humilitie; and the very next degree to the highest exaltation. And this is the bottom of humility; and the very next degree to the highest exaltation. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; cc dt av ord n1 p-acp dt js n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 31
398 Now come we to the last part, which is, Now come we to the last part, which is, av vvb pns12 p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz, (4) tract (DIV1) 45 Page 31
399 4. The Kindes of Humilitie. Not that there are properly diuers kinds of one simple vertue; 4. The Kinds of Humility. Not that there Are properly diverse Kinds of one simple virtue; crd dt n2 pp-f n1. xx d pc-acp vbr av-j j n2 pp-f crd j n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 46 Page 31
400 but that according to the diuers acts and occasions of the vse of it, it findes diuers considerations, but that according to the diverse acts and occasions of the use of it, it finds diverse considerations, cc-acp cst vvg p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vvz j n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 46 Page 31
401 and so admits for distinctions sake, diuers names. These are distinguished according to the three circumstances of an action, before, in, and after; In the beginning, proceeding, conclusion. and so admits for Distinctions sake, diverse names. These Are distinguished according to the three Circumstances of an actium, before, in, and After; In the beginning, proceeding, conclusion. cc av vvz p-acp n2 n1, j n2. d vbr vvn vvg p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1, a-acp, p-acp, cc a-acp; p-acp dt n1, vvg, n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 46 Page 31
402 In the beginning as before the vndertaking, it is called praeposed, or fore-humilitie. In the doing, it is called opposed, or mid-humilitie. The conclusion it is called imposed, or after-humilitie. This distinction I finde in that ingenuous Saint Augustine, and deuout Saint Bernard by way of imitation of him, (as I conceiue.) Follow the particulars. In the beginning as before the undertaking, it is called proposed, or Fore-humilitie. In the doing, it is called opposed, or Mid-humility. The conclusion it is called imposed, or After-humilitie. This distinction I find in that ingenuous Saint Augustine, and devout Saint Bernard by Way of imitation of him, (as I conceive.) Follow the particulars. p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt vvg, pn31 vbz vvn vvn, cc n1. p-acp dt vdg, pn31 vbz vvn vvn, cc n1. dt n1 pn31 vbz vvn vvn, cc n1. d n1 pns11 vvb p-acp d j n1 np1, cc j n1 np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pp-f pno31, (c-acp pns11 vvb.) vvb dt n2-j. (4) tract (DIV1) 46 Page 31
403 1. Praeposed, or Fore-humilitie, in respect of the right intention at which wee aime in all our actions; 1. Proposed, or Fore-humilitie, in respect of the right intention At which we aim in all our actions; crd vvd, cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d po12 n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
404 that is, the glory of God; not our owne glory: Whatsoeuer ye doe, doe all to the glory of God. that is, the glory of God; not our own glory: Whatsoever you do, do all to the glory of God. d vbz, dt vvb pp-f np1; xx po12 d n1: r-crq pn22 vdb, vdb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
405 Let your light so shine before men, &c. that they may glorifie your Father which is in heauen. Let your Light so shine before men, etc. that they may Glorify your Father which is in heaven. vvb po22 n1 av vvi p-acp n2, av cst pns32 vmb vvi po22 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
406 I seeke not my owne glory; but his that sent me, said our Sauiour. I seek not my own glory; but his that sent me, said our Saviour. pns11 vvb xx po11 d n1; cc-acp po31 cst vvd pno11, vvn po12 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
407 The glory of God is the Butt, the marke, the very white, at which wee must leuell all the arrowes of our intentions, when wee goe about any action; The glory of God is the Butt, the mark, the very white, At which we must level all the arrows of our intentions, when we go about any actium; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt vvb, dt vvb, dt j j-jn, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi d dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
408 If we set vp any other marke, our owne glory or applause of the world, we haue lost the goodnesse of our worke, by the badnesse of our intention. If we Set up any other mark, our own glory or applause of the world, we have lost the Goodness of our work, by the badness of our intention. cs pns12 vvb a-acp d j-jn n1, po12 d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
409 That was the very end wherefore God made the world, his owne glory: That was the very end Wherefore God made the world, his own glory: cst vbds dt j n1 c-crq np1 vvd dt n1, po31 d n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
410 It is the very end of his giuing vs all our abilities, to glorifie him the giuer. It is the very end of his giving us all our abilities, to Glorify him the giver. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvg pno12 d po12 n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
411 It is that which alone he reserues to himselfe: My glory will I not giue to another. It is that which alone he reserves to himself: My glory will I not give to Another. pn31 vbz d r-crq av-j pns31 vvz p-acp px31: po11 n1 vmb pns11 xx vvi p-acp j-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
412 He giues Beeing to all things; Life to many, Sense to others, Reason to men and Angels; He gives Being to all things; Life to many, Sense to Others, Reason to men and Angels; pns31 vvz vbg p-acp d n2; n1 p-acp d, n1 p-acp n2-jn, n1 p-acp n2 cc n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
413 Riches to some, Honour to others, Wisedome to others; onely his Glory will he not giue to any others. Riches to Some, Honour to Others, Wisdom to Others; only his Glory will he not give to any Others. n2 p-acp d, n1 p-acp n2-jn, n1 p-acp n2-jn; av-j po31 n1 vmb pns31 xx vvi p-acp d n2-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
414 Ioseph is trusted with all Potiphars goods, not his wife, shee is his owne peculiar. Ioseph is trusted with all Potiphars goods, not his wife, she is his own peculiar. np1 vbz vvn p-acp d np1 n2-j, xx po31 n1, pns31 vbz po31 d j. (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
415 Glory is (that I may so say) the beloued Spouse of God, in the enioying whereof hee is a iealous God, admitting no corriuall, in heauen or earth. Glory is (that I may so say) the Beloved Spouse of God, in the enjoying whereof he is a jealous God, admitting no corrival, in heaven or earth. n1 vbz (d pns11 vmb av vvi) dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt vvg c-crq pns31 vbz dt j np1, vvg dx n1, p-acp n1 cc n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
416 To looke vpon this glory of God, and to lust after it, is to commit spirituall adulterie with it in our heart: To look upon this glory of God, and to lust After it, is to commit spiritual adultery with it in our heart: p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, vbz pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp po12 n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 32
417 and how shall we not prouoke his iealousie, instead of pleasing him? Therefore there is required this Fore-humilitie in vndertaking any action, which must aime at the glory of God, without glancing of the eye at our owne glory; and how shall we not provoke his jealousy, instead of pleasing him? Therefore there is required this Fore-humilitie in undertaking any actium, which must aim At the glory of God, without glancing of the eye At our own glory; cc q-crq vmb pns12 xx vvi po31 n1, av pp-f vvg pno31? av a-acp vbz vvn d n1 p-acp vvg d n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 33
418 otherwise the pride of our intention, shall marre the goodnesse of the best action. otherwise the pride of our intention, shall mar the Goodness of the best actium. av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt js n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 47 Page 33
419 2. Opposed or Mid-humilitie; which is opposed against selfe confidence in the proceeding of the action; 2. Opposed or Mid-humility; which is opposed against self confidence in the proceeding of the actium; crd vvn cc n1; r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n1 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
420 The intention may bee good, yet presumption vpon our owne strength, laies all the honour of it in the dust. The intention may be good, yet presumption upon our own strength, lays all the honour of it in the dust. dt n1 vmb vbi j, av n1 p-acp po12 d n1, vvz d dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
421 This was wanting in that confident resolution of Saint Peter, Though all men forsake thee, yet not I: This was wanting in that confident resolution of Saint Peter, Though all men forsake thee, yet not I: d vbds vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 np1, cs d n2 vvb pno21, av xx pns11: (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
422 vpon this very ground, hee went into the high Priests Hall: perhaps (thought he) no body will take notice of me; upon this very ground, he went into the high Priests Hall: perhaps (Thought he) no body will take notice of me; p-acp d j n1, pns31 vvd p-acp dt j ng1 n1: av (vvd pns31) dx n1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pno11; (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
423 or if they doe, I know what is my owne strength, I am resolued, not to denie my Master, what ere come of it. or if they do, I know what is my own strength, I am resolved, not to deny my Master, what ere come of it. cc cs pns32 vdb, pns11 vvb q-crq vbz po11 d n1, pns11 vbm vvn, xx pc-acp vvi po11 n1, r-crq c-acp vvn pp-f pn31. (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
424 Hereupon he fell so fowly, so shamefully. Hereupon he fell so foully, so shamefully. av pns31 vvd av av-j, av av-j. (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
425 Thus did those Israelites in their warre vndertaken against the Beniaminites: vp they goe, in confidence of their owne multitude, Thus did those Israelites in their war undertaken against the Benjaminites: up they go, in confidence of their own multitude, av vdd d np2 p-acp po32 n1 vvn p-acp dt np1: a-acp pns32 vvb, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 d n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
426 and goodnesse of their cause, and therefore make no question of the victorie: and Goodness of their cause, and Therefore make no question of the victory: cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc av vvb dx n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
427 God will let them know, it is neither the cause nor the number, that can carrie it, God will let them know, it is neither the cause nor the number, that can carry it, np1 vmb vvi pno32 vvi, pn31 vbz av-dx dt n1 ccx dt n1, cst vmb vvi pn31, (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
428 when the ground is, a presumptuous pride. Twice therefore are they smitten downe before the lesser and the worser side; when the ground is, a presumptuous pride. Twice Therefore Are they smitten down before the lesser and the Worse side; c-crq dt n1 vbz, dt j n1. av av vbr pns32 vvn a-acp p-acp dt jc cc dt jc n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
429 and when they had with teares humbled themselues, at the third time they goe away with victorie. and when they had with tears humbled themselves, At the third time they go away with victory. cc c-crq pns32 vhd p-acp n2 vvn px32, p-acp dt ord n1 pns32 vvb av p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
430 It is God that giues the will and the deed. Who euer bee the agent, the abilitie is from God, and must bee so acknowledged. It is God that gives the will and the deed. Who ever be the agent, the ability is from God, and must be so acknowledged. pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz dt n1 cc dt n1. r-crq av vbb dt n1, dt n1 vbz p-acp np1, cc vmb vbi av vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
431 Humilitie it is, that must remember that of the Psalmist, I will goe forth in the strength of the Lord God, Humility it is, that must Remember that of the Psalmist, I will go forth in the strength of the Lord God, n1 pn31 vbz, cst vmb vvi d pp-f dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
432 and make mention of thy righteousnesse onely. and make mention of thy righteousness only. cc vvi n1 pp-f po21 n1 av-j. (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 33
433 I will not trust in my bowe, it is not my sword that shall helpe mee, &c. 3. Imposed or After-humilitie; which is imposed as a waight, vpon the conclusion of the action: I will not trust in my bow, it is not my sword that shall help me, etc. 3. Imposed or After-humilitie; which is imposed as a weight, upon the conclusion of the actium: pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp po11 n1, pn31 vbz xx po11 n1 cst vmb vvi pno11, av crd vvn cc n1; r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 48 Page 34
434 lest our hearts bee lifted vp with pride and vaine-glory for that we haue done. lest our hearts be lifted up with pride and vainglory for that we have done. cs po12 n2 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp cst pns12 vhb vdn. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 34
435 And who feeles not his heart itching with the titillation of vaine-glory, after the best actions? If Humilitie bee not at hand, to suppresse the thoughts of pride, totum de manu extorquet superbia, pride runnes away with all the goodnesse of the action. And who feels not his heart itching with the titillation of vainglory, After the best actions? If Humility be not At hand, to suppress the thoughts of pride, totum de manu extorquet superbia, pride runs away with all the Goodness of the actium. cc q-crq vvz xx po31 n1 j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt js n2? cs n1 vbb xx p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, n1 vvz av p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 34
436 Humilitie therefore hath the name from humus the earth, or ground; Humility Therefore hath the name from humus the earth, or ground; n1 av vhz dt n1 p-acp fw-la dt n1, cc n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 34
437 Either because it layes a man flat on the ground, and so no winde of vaineglory can stirre him, (for high trees and houses are most shaken with the winde:) or because it is like the earth (the most ponderous of all elements) the most waightie and heauiest of all vertues; Either Because it lays a man flat on the ground, and so no wind of vainglory can stir him, (for high trees and houses Are most shaken with the wind:) or Because it is like the earth (the most ponderous of all elements) the most weighty and Heaviest of all Virtues; d c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, cc av dx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31, (c-acp j n2 cc n2 vbr av-ds vvn p-acp dt n1:) cc c-acp pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 (dt av-ds j pp-f d n2) dt av-ds j cc js pp-f d n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 34
438 and makes a man stand like the earth, immoneable of all the windes without. and makes a man stand like the earth, immoneable of all the winds without. cc vvz dt n1 vvb av-j dt n1, j pp-f d dt n2 p-acp. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 34
439 To this purpose S. Gregorie well, That soule, whom that heauie & ponderous Spirit of Christ, doth not fill, is carryed about with diuers (vaine) cogitations. To this purpose S. Gregory well, That soul, whom that heavy & ponderous Spirit of christ, does not fill, is carried about with diverse (vain) cogitations. p-acp d n1 n1 np1 av, cst n1, ro-crq d j cc j n1 pp-f np1, vdz xx vvi, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp j (j) n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 34
440 Vnles humility goe before, & humility attend, and humilitie follow, our best actions are made a prey to pride. Unless humility go before, & humility attend, and humility follow, our best actions Are made a prey to pride. cs n1 vvb a-acp, cc n1 vvi, cc n1 vvi, po12 js n2 vbr vvn dt n1 p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 34
441 To illustrate this a little by the contrarie: Pride is a strange vice; In the birth, in the opposition, in the operation. To illustrate this a little by the contrary: Pride is a strange vice; In the birth, in the opposition, in the operation. p-acp vvi d dt j p-acp dt n-jn: n1 vbz dt j n1; p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 34
442 In the birth, it is a weed that will grow out of any ground; (like missletoe that will grow vpon any tree) but for the most part from the best. In the birth, it is a weed that will grow out of any ground; (like missletoe that will grow upon any tree) but for the most part from the best. p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vmb vvi av pp-f d n1; (av-j n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp d n1) cc-acp p-acp dt av-ds n1 p-acp dt js. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 34
443 No man is proud of his imperfections; No man is proud of his imperfections; dx n1 vbz j pp-f po31 n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 34
444 They are monsters that glory in their shame. The greater perfection, the fitter ground for pride. They Are monsters that glory in their shame. The greater perfection, the fitter ground for pride. pns32 vbr n2 cst n1 p-acp po32 n1. dt jc n1, dt jc n1 p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
445 It will spring from any vertue, euen out of humilitie it selfe. A man may bee proud, because hee hath beene humble. It will spring from any virtue, even out of humility it self. A man may be proud, Because he hath been humble. pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, av av pp-f n1 pn31 n1. dt n1 vmb vbi j, c-acp pns31 vhz vbn j. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
446 In the opposition, it is a catholike enemie to all vertues. Other vices destroy onely their contraries; couetousnesse expels liberalitie; drunkennesse, sobrietie; incontinence, chastitie. In the opposition, it is a catholic enemy to all Virtues. Other vices destroy only their contraries; covetousness expels liberality; Drunkenness, sobriety; incontinence, chastity. p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt jp n1 p-acp d n2. av-jn n2 vvb av-j po32 n2-jn; n1 vvz n1; n1, n1; n1, n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
447 Pride is a worme that eats out the heart of any vertue; If a man haue chastitie, charitie, sobrietie, &c. he may be proud of them: Pride is a worm that eats out the heart of any virtue; If a man have chastity, charity, sobriety, etc. he may be proud of them: n1 vbz dt n1 cst vvz av dt n1 pp-f d n1; cs dt n1 vhb n1, n1, n1, av pns31 vmb vbi j pp-f pno32: (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
448 If he be, hee loses the grace and glory of them all. In the operations, it is no lesse dangerous, as beeing most insinuatiue, most importunate. If he be, he loses the grace and glory of them all. In the operations, it is no less dangerous, as being most insinuative, most importunate. cs pns31 vbb, pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 d. p-acp dt n2, pn31 vbz av-dx av-dc j, c-acp vbg av-ds n1, av-ds j. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
449 A subtle insinuating vice, that once crept into heauen it selfe, after that into Paradise; and neuer since could be kept out of the best heart. Like aire in all bodies; A subtle insinuating vice, that once crept into heaven it self, After that into Paradise; and never since could be kept out of the best heart. Like air in all bodies; dt j j-vvg n1, cst a-acp vvd p-acp n1 pn31 n1, c-acp cst p-acp n1; cc av c-acp vmd vbi vvn av pp-f dt js n1. j n1 p-acp d n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
450 it will haue a beeing in euery soule; and creepes into euery action, either in the beginning, proceeding, or conclusion. it will have a being in every soul; and creeps into every actium, either in the beginning, proceeding, or conclusion. pn31 vmb vhi dt vbg p-acp d n1; cc vvz p-acp d n1, av-d p-acp dt n1, vvg, cc n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
451 As it is in other vessells; we may emptie them of earth or water; and when they are out, keepe them out. As it is in other vessels; we may empty them of earth or water; and when they Are out, keep them out. p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn n2; pns12 vmb j pno32 pp-f n1 cc n1; cc c-crq pns32 vbr av, vvb pno32 av. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
452 Aire it is both impossible to get out, or keepe out. It will thorough the most solid bodie; Air it is both impossible to get out, or keep out. It will through the most solid body; n1 pn31 vbz av-d j pc-acp vvi av, cc vvi av. pn31 vmb p-acp dt av-ds j n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
453 The hardest stones haue pores, which inuisibly let it in. So is it in these vessells of our soules. The Hardest stones have pores, which invisibly let it in. So is it in these vessels of our Souls. dt js n2 vhb n2, r-crq av-j vvb pn31 p-acp. np1 vbz pn31 p-acp d n2 pp-f po12 n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
454 Grosser sinnes we may (by the grace of God) driue out, and keepe out; Grosser Sins we may (by the grace of God) driven out, and keep out; jc n2 pns12 vmb (p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) vvi av, cc vvi av; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
455 as lust, couetousnesse, drunkennesse, &c. Pride it is impossible (so long as our hearts are in part emptie of solid graces) either to get out, as lust, covetousness, Drunkenness, etc. Pride it is impossible (so long as our hearts Are in part empty of solid graces) either to get out, c-acp n1, n1, n1, av n1 pn31 vbz j (av av-j c-acp po12 n2 vbr p-acp n1 j pp-f j n2) d p-acp vvi av, (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
456 or beeing out, to keepe it out; so subtle and insinuating a vice it is. or being out, to keep it out; so subtle and insinuating a vice it is. cc vbg av, pc-acp vvi pn31 av; av j cc j-vvg dt n1 pn31 vbz. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 35
457 It is no lesse importunate. One or two repulses will not put it out of countenance; It is no less importunate. One or two repulses will not put it out of countenance; pn31 vbz av-dx av-dc j. crd cc crd n2 vmb xx vvi pn31 av pp-f n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
458 wee are ouercome many times by it, (as that man by his neighbour) NONLATINALPHABET, for its importunitie, or (as the word is) for the impudencie. If we deny the entertainment of it in the beginning, it will vrge vs in the proceeding; we Are overcome many times by it, (as that man by his neighbour), for its importunity, or (as the word is) for the impudency. If we deny the entertainment of it in the beginning, it will urge us in the proceeding; pns12 vbr vvn d n2 p-acp pn31, (c-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1), p-acp po31 n1, cc (c-acp dt n1 vbz) p-acp dt n1. cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt vvg, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n-vvg; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
459 if there it be repulsed, it askes for a roome in the conclusion. if there it be repulsed, it asks for a room in the conclusion. cs a-acp pn31 vbb vvn, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
460 When Abraham offered his sacrifice, and had layed it readie for the fire of God, The fowles came downe vpon the carkeises, When Abraham offered his sacrifice, and had laid it ready for the fire of God, The fowls Come down upon the carcases, c-crq np1 vvd po31 n1, cc vhd vvn pn31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n2 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
461 and Abraham droue them away. These fowles are the thoughts of pride, that will, in one place or other, be seazing vpon our best workes; and Abraham drove them away. These fowls Are the thoughts of pride, that will, in one place or other, be seizing upon our best works; cc np1 vvd pno32 av. d n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, cst vmb, p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn, vbb vvg p-acp po12 js n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
462 Humilitie must bee the Abraham, to driue them away. Our Sauiour call pride, The leuen of the Scribes and Pharisees. Humility must be the Abraham, to driven them away. Our Saviour call pride, The Leven of the Scribes and Pharisees. n1 vmb vbi dt np1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av. po12 n1 vvb n1, dt crd pp-f dt n2 cc np2. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
463 And it is like that leuen, which a women tooke, and hid in three pecks of meale, till all was leauened. And it is like that Leven, which a women took, and hid in three pecks of meal, till all was leavened. cc pn31 vbz j cst zz, r-crq dt n2 vvd, cc vvd p-acp crd vvz pp-f n1, c-acp d vbds vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
464 This woman may (morally) be the Diuell, the leuen is pride, the three pecks of meale are the three circumstances of an action, before, in, and after. This woman may (morally) be the devil, the Leven is pride, the three pecks of meal Are the three Circumstances of an actium, before, in, and After. d n1 vmb (av-j) vbb dt n1, dt zz vbz n1, dt crd vvz pp-f n1 vbr dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1, a-acp, p-acp, cc p-acp. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
465 No sooner doe wee beginne to grind, or put out our meale, but the Diuell begins to lay leuen, till all our three pecks (if it bee possible) bee leauened; No sooner do we begin to grind, or put out our meal, but the devil begins to lay Leven, till all our three pecks (if it be possible) be leavened; av-dx av-c vdi pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vvd av po12 n1, cc-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi zz, c-acp d po12 crd vvz (cs pn31 vbb j) vbb vvn; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
466 and so sowred, that it is distastfull to the palate of God. In a wicked man, he layes leuen in all three: and so soured, that it is distasteful to the palate of God. In a wicked man, he lays Leven in all three: cc av vvn, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz crd p-acp d crd: (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
467 Hee will try, once, and againe, and the third time, to doe the like in the best man. He will try, once, and again, and the third time, to do the like in the best man. pns31 vmb vvi, a-acp, cc av, cc dt ord n1, pc-acp vdi dt av-j p-acp dt js n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
468 It was the first sinne euen of the Diuells themselues. It was the First sin even of the Devils themselves. pn31 vbds dt ord n1 av pp-f dt n2 px32. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
469 And the first or chiefe of the Diuells is called Beelzebub, the Master or Prince of flies. And the First or chief of the Devils is called Beelzebub, the Master or Prince of flies. cc dt ord cc n-jn pp-f dt n2 vbz vvn np1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
470 The first sinne is like the first Diuell, a Beelzebub, a Prince of flies. All temptations are flies, that light often vpon the same soule, though often driuen away. The First sin is like the First devil, a Beelzebub, a Prince of flies. All temptations Are flies, that Light often upon the same soul, though often driven away. dt ord n1 vbz av-j dt ord n1, dt np1, dt n1 pp-f n2. av-d n2 vbr n2, cst n1 av p-acp dt d n1, cs av vvn av. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 36
471 But pride is a Prince of flies; none so importunate as it selfe. Beat it off in the beginning, it will light againe in the middle; But pride is a Prince of flies; none so importunate as it self. Beat it off in the beginning, it will Light again in the middle; p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2; pix av j c-acp pn31 n1. np1 pn31 p-acp p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n-jn; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
472 beat it off there, it will light vpon the conclusion; beatrice it off there, it will Light upon the conclusion; vvb pn31 a-acp a-acp, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
473 And in one place or other, it shall goe very hard, but that Prince of flies, will flyblow our best actions, And in one place or other, it shall go very hard, but that Prince of flies, will flyblow our best actions, cc p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn, pn31 vmb vvi av av-j, cc-acp cst n1 pp-f n2, vmb vvi po12 js n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
474 so to taint them, and make them vnpleasing to God. so to taint them, and make them unpleasing to God. av pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 j p-acp np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
475 Answerably, there is vse of a three-fold Humilitie, that we may neither beginne it with aime at our owne glory, Answerably, there is use of a threefold Humility, that we may neither begin it with aim At our own glory, av-j, pc-acp vbz n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst pns12 vmb av-dx vvi pn31 p-acp vvb p-acp po12 d n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
476 nor proceed in confidence of our owne strength, nor conclude with arrogating the least glory to our selues. nor proceed in confidence of our own strength, nor conclude with arrogating the least glory to our selves. ccx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po12 d n1, ccx vvi p-acp j-vvg dt av-ds n1 p-acp po12 n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
477 Hence it may be it was, that the Psalmist doubles, yea trebles, his words. Not to vs, O Lord, not to vs, but to thy Name giue the glory: Hence it may be it was, that the Psalmist doubles, yea trebles, his words. Not to us, Oh Lord, not to us, but to thy Name give the glory: av pn31 vmb vbi pn31 vbds, cst dt n1 vvz, uh vvz, po31 n2. xx p-acp pno12, uh n1, xx p-acp pno12, cc-acp p-acp po21 n1 vvi dt n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
478 for thy mercy, and for thy truths sake. Feeling some thought of pride, (like some flie) alighting vpon his soule; for thy mercy, and for thy truths sake. Feeling Some Thought of pride, (like Some fly) alighting upon his soul; p-acp po21 n1, cc p-acp po21 ng1 n1. vvg d n1 pp-f n1, (av-j d vvb) vvg p-acp po31 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
479 he beats it away with a Not to vs, O Lord; he beats it away with a Not to us, Oh Lord; pns31 vvz pn31 av p-acp dt xx p-acp pno12, uh n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
480 When it will the second time be lighting, he beats it off againe, Not to vs: when the third time, he kills it dead, with the next words, But to thy Name giue the glory, When it will the second time be lighting, he beats it off again, Not to us: when the third time, he kills it dead, with the next words, But to thy Name give the glory, c-crq pn31 vmb dt ord n1 vbi vvg, pns31 vvz pn31 a-acp av, xx p-acp pno12: c-crq dt ord n1, pns31 vvz pn31 j, p-acp dt ord n2, p-acp p-acp po21 n1 vvi dt n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
481 for thy mercy, and for thy truths sake. This is the exercise of that threefold Humilitie, opposed to a threefold pride. for thy mercy, and for thy truths sake. This is the exercise of that threefold Humility, opposed to a threefold pride. p-acp po21 n1, cc p-acp po21 ng1 n1. d vbz dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, vvn p-acp dt j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
482 If in any of these wee faile, our best actions are so farre tainted: If in any of these we fail, our best actions Are so Far tainted: cs p-acp d pp-f d pns12 vvb, po12 js n2 vbr av av-j vvn: (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
483 and wee haue no remedie but to supplie that defect, with doubling our After-humilitie: that as pride growes out of humilitie; and we have no remedy but to supply that defect, with doubling our After-humilitie: that as pride grows out of humility; cc pns12 vhb dx n1 cc-acp pc-acp vvi d n1, p-acp vvg po12 n1: cst p-acp n1 vvz av pp-f n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
484 so humilitie may grow out of pride. Thus did Saint Peter make amends for his confidence, He went out and wept bitterly. so humility may grow out of pride. Thus did Saint Peter make amends for his confidence, He went out and wept bitterly. av n1 vmb vvi av pp-f n1. av vdd n1 np1 vvb n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvd av cc vvd av-j. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
485 Thus did those Israelites, they came vp to the house of God, and wept, and sate there before the Lord, Thus did those Israelites, they Come up to the house of God, and wept, and sat there before the Lord, av vdd d np2, pns32 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 37
486 and fasted that day vntill Eeuen. Hezekiahs heart was lifted vp; notwithstanding Hezekiah humbled himselfe for the pride of his heart, and fasted that day until Even. Hezekiah's heart was lifted up; notwithstanding Hezekiah humbled himself for the pride of his heart, cc vvd cst n1 c-acp n1. njp2 n1 vbds vvn a-acp; p-acp np1 vvn px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
487 or after his heart was lifted vp. or After his heart was lifted up. cc p-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn a-acp. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
488 Satan (that great Master of flies) prouoked Dauid (to vaine-glory) to number the people, But Dauid was twice so much more humbled after, Satan (that great Master of flies) provoked David (to vainglory) to number the people, But David was twice so much more humbled After, np1 (cst j n1 pp-f n2) vvn np1 (p-acp n1) pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp np1 vbds av av av-d av-dc vvn a-acp, (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
489 and said vnto God, I haue sinned greatly, because I haue done this thing. I haue done very foolishly. To conclude this point; and said unto God, I have sinned greatly, Because I have done this thing. I have done very foolishly. To conclude this point; cc vvd p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn av-j, c-acp pns11 vhb vdn d n1. pns11 vhb vdn av av-j. pc-acp vvi d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
490 As that heathen Captaine Epaminondas, finding himselfe lifted vp in the day of his publick Triumph, the next day went drooping and hanging downe the head; As that heathen Captain Epaminondas, finding himself lifted up in the day of his public Triumph, the next day went drooping and hanging down the head; c-acp cst j-jn n1 np1, vvg px31 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, dt ord n1 vvd vvg cc vvg a-acp dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
491 and beeing asked what was the reason of that deiection; and being asked what was the reason of that dejection; cc vbg vvn r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
492 answered, Yesterday I felt my selfe transported with vaineglory, therefore I chastise my selfe for it to day: answered, Yesterday I felt my self transported with vainglory, Therefore I chastise my self for it to day: vvd, av-an pns11 vvd po11 n1 vvn p-acp n1, av pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
493 So is it with euery truely humble man; if he haue not the Fore-humilitie, to suppresse the thoughts of pride; So is it with every truly humble man; if he have not the Fore-humilitie, to suppress the thoughts of pride; av vbz pn31 p-acp d av-j j n1; cs pns31 vhb xx dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
494 nor the Mid-humilitie, to banish all selfe-confidence; he doubles his After-humilitie: making pride it selfe serue to humble him the more. nor the Mid-humility, to banish all self-confidence; he doubles his After-humilitie: making pride it self serve to humble him the more. ccx dt n1, pc-acp vvi d n1; pns31 vvz po31 n1: vvg n1 pn31 n1 vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 dt av-dc. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
495 And thus we haue (as I conceiue it) the full discourse and Doctrine of Humilitie: In the cause, in the obiects, in the degrees, in the kinds. And thus we have (as I conceive it) the full discourse and Doctrine of Humility: In the cause, in the objects, in the Degrees, in the Kinds. cc av pns12 vhb (c-acp pns11 vvb pn31) dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
496 Nothing remaines, but a more particular Application to our selues. It serues for a double vse. Nothing remains, but a more particular Application to our selves. It serves for a double use. pix vvz, cc-acp dt av-dc j n1 p-acp po12 n2. pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 49 Page 38
497 1. For a manifest Conuiction of the pride of our times. 1. For a manifest Conviction of the pride of our times. crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 38
498 If this be true humilitie, where shall wee finde the truly humble man? Pride hath budded, said the Prophet of his times. If this be true humility, where shall we find the truly humble man? Pride hath budded, said the Prophet of his times. cs d vbb j n1, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi dt av-j j n1? n1 vhz vvn, vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 38
499 In ours, it hath blossom'd, and bore ripe fruit. In ours, it hath blossomed, and boar ripe fruit. p-acp png12, pn31 vhz vvn, cc vvd j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 38
500 The pride of many testifies to their faces (as another Prophet speakes) that they neuer knew what it is to bee humble. The pride of many Testifies to their faces (as Another Prophet speaks) that they never knew what it is to be humble. dt n1 pp-f d vvz p-acp po32 n2 (c-acp j-jn n1 vvz) d pns32 av-x vvd r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi j. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
501 He that runnes may reade it, in their eyes, in their words, in their gestures, in apparrell; He that runs may read it, in their eyes, in their words, in their gestures, in apparel; pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi pn31, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
502 in their whole carriage to men, to God. in their Whole carriage to men, to God. p-acp po32 j-jn n1 p-acp n2, p-acp np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
503 There is a generation of men (as Agur speaks) O how loftie are their eyes: There is a generation of men (as Agur speaks) Oh how lofty Are their eyes: pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 (c-acp vvb vvz) uh q-crq j vbr po32 n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
504 and their eyelids are lifted vp? How skornefully doe they looke downe (if looke downe) vpon meaner than themselues? How doe they (NONLATINALPHABET) ouerlooke and (despicere) looke downe as from aloft, vpon their inferiors? Their words, and their eyelids Are lifted up? How skornefully doe they look down (if look down) upon meaner than themselves? How do they () overlook and (despicere) look down as from aloft, upon their inferiors? Their words, cc po32 n2 vbr vvn a-acp? c-crq av-j n1 pns32 vvb a-acp (cs n1 a-acp) p-acp jc cs px32? q-crq vdb pns32 () vvi cc (fw-la) vvb a-acp c-acp p-acp av, p-acp po32 n2-jn? po32 n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
505 how bigge? how swelling? how peremptorie? with a Syrra, and, What fellow is this? as he in Syracides. How vainely and garishly (popingaye-like) are our men and women attired? without grauitie, modestie, chastitie; almost to confusion of sexes. how big? how swelling? how peremptory? with a Syrra, and, What fellow is this? as he in Syracides. How vainly and garishly (popingaye-like) Are our men and women attired? without gravity, modesty, chastity; almost to confusion of sexes. c-crq j? q-crq n-vvg? q-crq j? p-acp dt n1, cc, q-crq n1 vbz d? c-acp pns31 p-acp n2. c-crq av-j cc av-j (j) vbr po12 n2 cc n2 vvn? p-acp n1, n1, n1; av p-acp n1 pp-f n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
506 Where's the man, that in opinion, thinkes euery man, or almost any man, better than himselfe? that thinkes not himselfe better than any man, with, a non sum sicut, I am not as other men? It is no great humilitie for a man to submit himselfe to his superiour: (yet I would euen that were safe and entire;) that is true humilitie (and as rare as true) which condescends to his inferiour: Where's the man, that in opinion, thinks every man, or almost any man, better than himself? that thinks not himself better than any man, with, a non sum sicut, I am not as other men? It is no great humility for a man to submit himself to his superior: (yet I would even that were safe and entire;) that is true humility (and as rare as true) which condescends to his inferior: q-crq|vbz dt n1, cst p-acp n1, vvz d n1, cc av d n1, jc cs px31? cst vvz xx px31 vvi av d n1, p-acp, dt fw-fr fw-la fw-la, pns11 vbm xx c-acp j-jn n2? pn31 vbz dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 j-jn: (av pns11 vmd av-j cst vbdr j cc j;) cst vbz j n1 (cc c-acp j c-acp j) r-crq vvz p-acp po31 j-jn: (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
507 making himselfe equall to them of lowe estate. As for preferring one another in honour; or in giuing honour one to goe before another; making himself equal to them of low estate. As for preferring one Another in honour; or in giving honour one to go before Another; vvg px31 vvi p-acp pno32 pp-f j n1. p-acp p-acp vvg pi j-jn p-acp n1; cc p-acp vvg n1 crd p-acp vvi p-acp j-jn; (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
508 The world and the word is changed, as if the Apostle had said, In taking honour, goe one before another. The world and the word is changed, as if the Apostle had said, In taking honour, go one before Another. dt n1 cc dt n1 vbz vvn, c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vvn, p-acp vvg n1, vvb pi p-acp n-jn. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
509 If either friends, or flatterie, or money will doe it, the ambitious man will not sit out, nor come behinde. If either Friends, or flattery, or money will do it, the ambitious man will not fit out, nor come behind. cs d n2, cc n1, cc n1 vmb vdi pn31, dt j n1 vmb xx vvi av, ccx vvb a-acp. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
510 If once hee be mounted, hee knowes no man, not himselfe. But I would this were all; If once he be mounted, he knows no man, not himself. But I would this were all; cs a-acp pns31 vbb vvn, pns31 vvz dx n1, xx px31. p-acp pns11 vmd d vbdr d; (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 39
511 that yet God himselfe might be acknowledged as superiour: that men would humble themselues to walke with their God. that yet God himself might be acknowledged as superior: that men would humble themselves to walk with their God. cst av np1 px31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp j-jn: d n2 vmd j px32 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
512 When they are to speake to God, how stiffely, how vnreuerently; as if they had no ioynts: When they Are to speak to God, how stiffly, how unreverently; as if they had no Joints: c-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-crq av-j, c-crq av-j; c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
513 or were too good or too great, to fall downe and kneele before the Lord our maker. When God speakes to them; or were too good or too great, to fallen down and kneel before the Lord our maker. When God speaks to them; cc vbdr av j cc av j, pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp dt n1 po12 n1. c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32; (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
514 how selfe-conceited, how censorious, how ready to question, and condemne the very wisedome of God, how selfe-conceited, how censorious, how ready to question, and condemn the very Wisdom of God, c-crq j, c-crq j, c-crq j pc-acp vvi, cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
515 for folly? Foolishnesse of Preaching. How immorigerous and obstinate to the commands of God? Wee will not haue this man reigne ouer vs. Let God threaten, they tremble not; for folly? Foolishness of Preaching. How immorigerous and obstinate to the commands of God? we will not have this man Reign over us Let God threaten, they tremble not; p-acp n1? n1 pp-f vvg. c-crq j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? pns12 vmb xx vhi d n1 vvi p-acp pno12 vvb np1 vvi, pns32 vvb xx; (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
516 Let him promise, they melt not; Let him say what he will, they will doe what they list. Let him promise, they melt not; Let him say what he will, they will do what they list. vvb pno31 vvi, pns32 vvb xx; vvb pno31 vvi r-crq pns31 vmb, pns32 vmb vdi r-crq pns32 vvb. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
517 What's this but Luciferian pride? not onely desiring to be equall with, but exalting themselues aboue all that is called God. What's this but Luciferian pride? not only desiring to be equal with, but exalting themselves above all that is called God. q-crq|vbz d p-acp jp n1? xx av-j vvg pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp, cc-acp vvg px32 p-acp d cst vbz vvn np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
518 God sayes, I will haue my will done. And I mine, sayes the proud man. Here they are aequall. God Says, I will have my will done. And I mine, Says the proud man. Here they Are aequal. np1 vvz, pns11 vmb vhi po11 n1 vdn. cc pns11 png11, vvz dt j n1. av pns32 vbr j. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
519 But God will haue his will done, onely with reason: The proud man will haue his against all reason; But God will have his will done, only with reason: The proud man will have his against all reason; p-acp np1 vmb vhi po31 n1 vdn, av-j p-acp n1: dt j n1 vmb vhi po31 p-acp d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
520 There's his superexaltation of him, aboue all that is called God. There's his superexaltation of him, above all that is called God. pc-acp|vbz po31 n1 pp-f pno31, p-acp d cst vbz vvn np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
521 In time of affliction, crosses, sicknesse, losses, &c. how querulous? how contemptuously murmuring, as if too good to be stricken? In prosperitie how insolently forgetfull, In time of affliction, Crosses, sickness, losses, etc. how querulous? how contemptuously murmuring, as if too good to be stricken? In Prosperity how insolently forgetful, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n2, n1, n2, av c-crq j? q-crq av-j vvg, c-acp cs av j pc-acp vbi vvn? p-acp n1 c-crq av-j j, (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
522 how vnnaturally vnthankfull? I cease any further complaint, and labour what I can to amend it. how unnaturally unthankful? I cease any further complaint, and labour what I can to amend it. c-crq av-j j? pns11 vvb d jc n1, cc vvb r-crq pns11 vmb pc-acp vvi pn31. (4) tract (DIV1) 50 Page 40
523 2. For exhortation, to put on humblenesse of minde: The Scriptures are frequent in this, Learne of mee, for I am meeke and lowly in heart, saith our Sauiour. 2. For exhortation, to put on humbleness of mind: The Scriptures Are frequent in this, Learn of me, for I am meek and lowly in heart, Says our Saviour. crd p-acp n1, p-acp vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1: dt n2 vbr j p-acp d, vvb pp-f pno11, c-acp pns11 vbm j cc j p-acp n1, vvz po12 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 51 Page 41
524 I beseech you that ye walke worthy of the vocation wherewith you are called, (saith our Apostle to his Ephesians.) How worthy? With all lowlines & meeknes, &c. Fulfill my ioy, that yee bee like minded, &c. Let nothing be done through strife or vaine-glory, I beseech you that you walk worthy of the vocation wherewith you Are called, (Says our Apostle to his Ephesians.) How worthy? With all lowliness & meekness, etc. Fulfil my joy, that ye be like minded, etc. Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory, pns11 vvb pn22 cst pn22 vvb j pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn22 vbr vvn, (vvz po12 n1 p-acp po31 np1.) c-crq j? p-acp d n1 cc n1, av vvb po11 n1, cst pn22 vbb av-j vvn, av vvb pix vbi vdn p-acp n1 cc n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 51 Page 41
525 but in lowlinesse of minde, let each esteeme others better than themselues; but in lowliness of mind, let each esteem Others better than themselves; cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb d n1 n2-jn jc cs px32; (4) tract (DIV1) 51 Page 41
526 saith the Apostle to his Philippians. Decke your selues inwardly with lowlinesse of minde, saith Saint Peter. The excellency of the grace pleads strongly for its owne entertainment: Says the Apostle to his Philippians. Deck your selves inwardly with lowliness of mind, Says Saint Peter. The excellency of the grace pleads strongly for its own entertainment: vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 njp2. n1 po22 n2 av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvz n1 np1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp po31 d n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 51 Page 41
527 Yet the better to set an edge vpon the exhortation, we will consider two things, the Motiues and the Meanes. Yet the better to Set an edge upon the exhortation, we will Consider two things, the Motives and the Means. av dt jc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi crd n2, dt n2 cc dt n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 51 Page 41
528 1. The motiues to perswade the admission of the exhortation: They are diuers in themselues; 1. The motives to persuade the admission of the exhortation: They Are diverse in themselves; crd dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: pns32 vbr j p-acp px32; (4) tract (DIV1) 52 Page 41
529 all reducible to this head of Necessitie; The continuall vse that wee haue of this vertue, is argument sufficient to winne our affection; See it in the particulars. all reducible to this head of Necessity; The continual use that we have of this virtue, is argument sufficient to win our affection; See it in the particulars. d j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; dt j n1 cst pns12 vhb pp-f d n1, vbz n1 j pc-acp vvi po12 n1; vvb pn31 p-acp dt n2-j. (4) tract (DIV1) 52 Page 41
530 1. In getting any thing which we want: Humility is the Israel to preuaile with God. 1. In getting any thing which we want: Humility is the Israel to prevail with God. crd p-acp vvg d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb: n1 vbz dt np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 53 Page 41
531 God resists the proud, and giues grace to the humble. That proud Pharisee that went to God in a selfe-conceited righteousnesse, came away vniustified. God resists the proud, and gives grace to the humble. That proud Pharisee that went to God in a selfe-conceited righteousness, Come away unjustified. np1 vvz dt j, cc vvz n1 p-acp dt j. cst j np1 cst vvd p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, vvd av vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 53 Page 41
532 Who regards a proud beggar? He hath filled the hungry with good things, the rich hee hath sent away emptie. Who regards a proud beggar? He hath filled the hungry with good things, the rich he hath sent away empty. q-crq vvz dt j n1? pns31 vhz vvn dt j p-acp j n2, dt j pns31 vhz vvn av j. (4) tract (DIV1) 53 Page 41
533 He hath regarded the lowlinesse of his handmaiden. Riuers doe not ascend the mountaines; but run in the lowly valleys. He hath regarded the lowliness of his handmaiden. rivers do not ascend the Mountains; but run in the lowly valleys. pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. n2 vdb xx vvi dt n2; cc-acp vvb p-acp dt j n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 53 Page 41
534 Doe we want grace for this life, or glory for that to come? He that humbleth himselfe, shall be exalted. Glory; Do we want grace for this life, or glory for that to come? He that Humbleth himself, shall be exalted. Glory; vdb pns12 vvb n1 p-acp d n1, cc n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi? pns31 cst vvz px31, vmb vbi vvn. n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 53 Page 41
535 both temporall and eternall, is the shadow of vertue. both temporal and Eternal, is the shadow of virtue. d j cc j, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 53 Page 41
536 And as a shadow, it flies them that follow it, and followes them that flie it. And as a shadow, it flies them that follow it, and follows them that fly it. cc p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz pno32 cst vvb pn31, cc vvz pno32 cst vvb pn31. (4) tract (DIV1) 53 Page 42
537 The onely way to catch our shadow is to fall downe vpon it. Humility is the way to glory. The only Way to catch our shadow is to fallen down upon it. Humility is the Way to glory. dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pn31. n1 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (4) tract (DIV1) 53 Page 42
538 2. In keeping that which we haue gotten: He that exalts himselfe shall be brought low. 2. In keeping that which we have got: He that exalts himself shall be brought low. crd p-acp vvg cst r-crq pns12 vhb vvn: pns31 cst vvz px31 vmb vbi vvn av-j. (4) tract (DIV1) 54 Page 42
539 If a man be ascended into the pinnacle of honour; the way to keepe it, is to be humble; Pride goes before the fall: A fall followes pride. If a man be ascended into the pinnacle of honour; the Way to keep it, is to be humble; Pride Goes before the fallen: A fallen follows pride. cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, vbz pc-acp vbi j; n1 vvz p-acp dt n1: dt n1 vvz n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 54 Page 42
540 He hath scattered the proud in the imaginations of their hearts. God infatuates the proud man in his conceited wisdome; He hath scattered the proud in the Imaginations of their hearts. God infatuates the proud man in his conceited Wisdom; pns31 vhz vvn dt j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. np1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 54 Page 42
541 as Achitophel, sometime the Oracle of Dauid, afterwards the Matchiauell of Absolom. Much learning (if humility moderate not) makes some men mad. as Ahithophel, sometime the Oracle of David, afterwards the Matchiauell of Absalom. Much learning (if humility moderate not) makes Some men mad. c-acp np1, av dt n1 pp-f np1, av dt np1 pp-f np1. d n1 (cs n1 vvi xx) vvz d n2 j. (4) tract (DIV1) 54 Page 42
542 The way to lose any thing, endowment, or preferment, is to be proud of it. This was it that cast Satan like lightning from heauen; The Way to loose any thing, endowment, or preferment, is to be proud of it. This was it that cast Satan like lightning from heaven; dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, n1, cc n1, vbz pc-acp vbi j pp-f pn31. d vbds pn31 cst vvd np1 av-j n1 p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 54 Page 42
543 and made the Deuill to be a Deuill, as a Father speakes. 3. In learning that whereof we are ignorant: and made the devil to be a devil, as a Father speaks. 3. In learning that whereof we Are ignorant: cc vvd dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz. crd p-acp vvg cst c-crq pns12 vbr j: (4) tract (DIV1) 54 Page 42
544 Humility opens that doore which pride shuts vp. A preiudicate opinion, barres vp the vnderstanding; Humility Opens that door which pride shuts up. A prejudicate opinion, bars up the understanding; n1 vvz d n1 r-crq n1 vvz a-acp. dt j-vvn n1, n2 p-acp dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 42
545 Intus existens prohibet alienum. Like muddy water in a vessell, that causes the most precious liquour to runne ouer. Intus existens Prohibet Alienum. Like muddy water in a vessel, that Causes the most precious liquour to run over. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. av-j j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvz dt av-ds j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp. (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 42
546 Seest thou a man wise in his owne conceit? there is more hope of a foole than of him. See thou a man wise in his own conceit? there is more hope of a fool than of him. vv2 pns21 dt n1 j p-acp po31 d n1? pc-acp vbz dc n1 pp-f dt n1 cs pp-f pno31. (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 42
547 Humble ignorance is more capable of wisdome, than conceited knowledge: He is not wise, nor euer will be, till hee bee more humble. Humble ignorance is more capable of Wisdom, than conceited knowledge: He is not wise, nor ever will be, till he be more humble. j n1 vbz av-dc j pp-f n1, cs j-vvn n1: pns31 vbz xx j, ccx av vmb vbi, c-acp pns31 vbb av-dc j. (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 42
548 Both morall and diuine wisdome, hates to lodge in a proud brest. The meeke will he guide in iudgement, and the weeke will he teach his way. Both moral and divine Wisdom, hates to lodge in a proud breast. The meek will he guide in judgement, and the Week will he teach his Way. av-d j cc j-jn n1, vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1. dt j vmb pns31 vvi p-acp n1, cc dt n1 vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 42
549 And meeknesse and humilitie, are Virtutes collactaneae, as Bernard cals them; Like two nurse children, that sucke both one milke, a paire of twin-sisters, neuer asunder. And meekness and humility, Are Virtues collactaneae, as Bernard calls them; Like two nurse children, that suck both one milk, a pair of twin-sisters, never asunder. cc n1 cc n1, vbr n2 vvi, p-acp np1 vvz pno32; av-j crd n1 n2, cst n1 d crd n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, av-x av. (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 43
550 If you come hither (to this schoole of Christ) with the fulnes of your own Reason, or the proud resolutions of your owne Wils; neuer looke to learne any of the mysteries of God. If you come hither (to this school of christ) with the fullness of your own Reason, or the proud resolutions of your own Wills; never look to Learn any of the Mysteres of God. cs pn22 vvb av (p-acp d n1 pp-f np1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 d n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f po22 d n2; av-x vvb pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 43
551 You will fall to disputings, and cauillings, and exceptings against the simplicity of the truth. Oportet discentem credere; A learner must beleeue, not dispute. You will fallen to disputings, and cavillings, and exceptings against the simplicity of the truth. Oportet discentem Believe; A learner must believe, not dispute. pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n2-vvg, cc n2, cc n2-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la; dt n1 vmb vvi, xx vvi. (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 43
552 Not like Nicodemus, with his quares, How can these things be? How can a man be borne againe? &c. But as that young Disciple Samuel, Speake Lord, for thy seruant heareth; Not like Nicodemus, with his quares, How can these things be? How can a man be born again? etc. But as that young Disciple Samuel, Speak Lord, for thy servant hears; xx av-j np1, p-acp po31 n2-jn, c-crq vmb d n2 vbi? q-crq vmb dt n1 vbi vvn av? av cc-acp c-acp cst j n1 np1, vvb n1, p-acp po21 n1 vvz; (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 43
553 with an humble preparatiō of the vnderstanding; with an humble preparation of the understanding; p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 43
554 And as those people of Israel somtime to Moses. All the words which the Lord hath said, will we doe; And as those people of Israel sometime to Moses. All the words which the Lord hath said, will we do; cc c-acp d n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp np1. d dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, vmb pns12 vdb; (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 43
555 with an humble subiection of the will. with an humble subjection of the will. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 43
556 The secret of the Lord is with them that (thus) feare him, and he will shew them his Couenant, &c. 4. As agarment; (that we may looke vpon the Metaphor of the Text) NONLATINALPHABET, put it on, as you put on a garment. Humility is the garment of the soule; and the vses are alike. The secret of the Lord is with them that (thus) Fear him, and he will show them his Covenant, etc. 4. As agarment; (that we may look upon the Metaphor of the Text), put it on, as you put on a garment. Humility is the garment of the soul; and the uses Are alike. dt n-jn pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 d (av) vvb pno31, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32 po31 n1, av crd p-acp n1; (cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1), vvb pn31 a-acp, c-acp pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc dt n2 vbr av. (4) tract (DIV1) 55 Page 43
557 1. Monumentum, as a note of distinction, of callings, conditions, professions; Such are the liueries of seruants, and the robes of Nobility. 1. Monument, as a note of distinction, of callings, conditions, professions; Such Are the liveries of Servants, and the robes of Nobilt. crd np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f n2, n2, n2; d vbr dt n2 pp-f n2, cc dt n2 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 57 Page 43
558 Humility is the robe of all the sonnes of God; The distinguishing character of a true Christian: Humility is the robe of all the Sons of God; The distinguishing character of a true Christian: n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1; dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt j np1: (4) tract (DIV1) 57 Page 43
559 Put on (as the elect of God, holy, and beloued) humblenesse of minde. Put on (as the elect of God, holy, and Beloved) humbleness of mind. vvb p-acp (c-acp dt n-vvn pp-f np1, j, cc j-vvn) n1 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 57 Page 43
560 It is the signe and euidence of our election, sanctification, and of the loue and fauour of God. It is the Signen and evidence of our election, sanctification, and of the love and favour of God. pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, n1, cc pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 57 Page 43
561 Would we proue any of these to our selues, to others? Bring forth the robe of Humility, true and vnfained Humility. Would we prove any of these to our selves, to Others? Bring forth the robe of Humility, true and unfeigned Humility. vmd pns12 vvi d pp-f d p-acp po12 n2, p-acp n2-jn? vvb av dt n1 pp-f n1, j cc j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 57 Page 44
562 Walke worthy of the calling wherewith you are called; with all lawlinesse, saith our Apostle. This is the character of our calling, of our most holy profession. Walk worthy of the calling wherewith you Are called; with all lawlinesse, Says our Apostle. This is the character of our calling, of our most holy profession. vvb j pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn22 vbr vvn; p-acp d n1, vvz po12 n1. d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, pp-f po12 av-ds j n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 57 Page 44
563 As contrarily, pride is the character of the Deuill, as a Father speakes. As contrarily, pride is the character of the devil, as a Father speaks. p-acp av-jn, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz. (4) tract (DIV1) 57 Page 44
564 2. Munimentum, as a defence (so is a garment) against outward annoyances, of wind, raine, cold, heat, &c. Such is the office and vse of humility, it defends both vs and our other vertues: vs it defends; 2. Munimentum, as a defence (so is a garment) against outward annoyances, of wind, rain, cold, heat, etc. Such is the office and use of humility, it defends both us and our other Virtues: us it defends; crd np1, p-acp dt n1 (av vbz dt n1) p-acp j n2, pp-f n1, n1, j-jn, n1, av d vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz av-d pno12 cc po12 j-jn n2: pno12 pn31 vvz; (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 44
565 put on humility, humblenesse of minde, and no raine of scandall, no storme of iniury, no tempest of affliction can hurt vs. Learne humility, And yee shall finde rest to your soules, saith our Sauiour. put on humility, humbleness of mind, and no rain of scandal, no storm of injury, no tempest of affliction can hurt us Learn humility, And ye shall find rest to your Souls, Says our Saviour. vvb p-acp n1, n1 pp-f n1, cc dx n1 pp-f n1, dx n1 pp-f n1, dx n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno12 vvb n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2, vvz po12 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 44
566 Rest and peace, in the iniuries of men, in the afflictions of God. Our other vertues it respects no lesse; Rest and peace, in the injuries of men, in the afflictions of God. Our other Virtues it respects no less; n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. po12 j-jn n2 pn31 vvz av-dx av-dc; (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 44
567 We may call it the Defender of the Faith, keeping it from running into presumption. It is that which preserues all graces in their purity, in their perfection; We may call it the Defender of the Faith, keeping it from running into presumption. It is that which preserves all graces in their purity, in their perfection; pns12 vmb vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg pn31 p-acp vvg p-acp n1. pn31 vbz d r-crq vvz d n2 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp po32 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 44
568 from being made a prey to pride. It is therefore set in the midst of these graces in the Text; from being made a prey to pride. It is Therefore Set in the midst of these graces in the Text; p-acp vbg vvn dt n1 p-acp n1. pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 44
569 as the heart in the body, as the Sunne amongst the Planets, as sending heat and vigour into them all. as the heart in the body, as the Sun among the Planets, as sending heat and vigour into them all. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2, c-acp vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 d. (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 44
570 There is no bowels of mercy, no true gentlenesse (or goodnesse) no true meeknesse, or long-suffering, without humility. There is no bowels of mercy, no true gentleness (or Goodness) no true meekness, or long-suffering, without humility. pc-acp vbz dx n2 pp-f n1, dx j n1 (cc n1) uh-dx j n1, cc j, p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 44
571 If all the graces of God bee precious Pearles, humility is the riband or string that ties them all together. If all the graces of God be precious Pearls, humility is the ribbon or string that ties them all together. cs d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbb j n2, n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 cst vvz pno32 d av. (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 44
572 The Apostle Saint Peter hath a word significant to this purpose; The Apostle Saint Peter hath a word significant to this purpose; dt n1 n1 np1 vhz dt n1 j p-acp d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 44
573 Decke your selues inwardly with humblenesse of minde. The word is NONLATINALPHABET, which comes of NONLATINALPHABET a knot; and signifies alligare, to tie or binde together; Deck your selves inwardly with humbleness of mind. The word is, which comes of a knot; and signifies alligare, to tie or bind together; n1 po22 n2 av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 vbz, r-crq vvz pp-f dt n1; cc vvz fw-la, pc-acp vvi cc vvi av; (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 45
574 To this end (I thinke) because, if all the graces of God, be not tied together by humility, they are like loose pearles vpon a string, that drop off one after another; To this end (I think) Because, if all the graces of God, be not tied together by humility, they Are like lose Pearls upon a string, that drop off one After Another; p-acp d n1 (pns11 vvb) c-acp, cs d dt n2 pp-f np1, vbb xx vvn av p-acp n1, pns32 vbr av-j j n2 p-acp dt n1, cst vvb a-acp crd p-acp n-jn; (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 45
575 and by tying of a knot, are all preserued safe. and by tying of a knot, Are all preserved safe. cc p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1, vbr d vvn j. (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 45
576 Humility is in this, like Charity, in the foureteenth verse, Vinculum perfectionis, the bond of perfections. Humility is in this, like Charity, in the foureteenth verse, Vinculum perfectionis, the bound of perfections. n1 vbz p-acp d, j n1, p-acp dt ord n1, fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 58 Page 45
577 3. Ornamentum, as an Ornament; (such also is the vse of some garments.) Humility is that which giues comelinesse in the eyes of God and men. 3. Ornamentum, as an Ornament; (such also is the use of Some garments.) Humility is that which gives comeliness in the eyes of God and men. crd fw-la, p-acp dt n1; (av av vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2.) n1 vbz d r-crq vvz n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 45
578 Behold how good and comely a thing it is, to see an honourable, learned, wise, rich man; Behold how good and comely a thing it is, to see an honourable, learned, wise, rich man; vvb c-crq j cc j dt n1 pn31 vbz, pc-acp vvi dt j, j, j, j n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 45
579 humble! Yea how comely is humility in pouerty, in ignobility. humble! Yea how comely is humility in poverty, in ignobility. j! uh q-crq j vbz n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 45
580 Contrarily, how vgly and vnseemly is pride, on the backe of honour, on the head of learning, on the face of beauty. Contrarily, how ugly and unseemly is pride, on the back of honour, on the head of learning, on the face of beauty. av-jn, c-crq j cc j vbz n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 45
581 The proud man cannot endure, to behold his owne garment on anothers backe: Hee cryes shame of his owne deformity, in anothers person. The proud man cannot endure, to behold his own garment on another's back: He cries shame of his own deformity, in another's person. dt j n1 vmbx vvi, pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 p-acp ng1-jn n1: pns31 vvz n1 pp-f po31 d n1, p-acp j-jn n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 45
582 Pride it selfe thinkes pride an vnbeseeming habite. Thus it is in the eyes of men: Pride it self thinks pride an unbeseeming habit. Thus it is in the eyes of men: n1 pn31 n1 vvz n1 dt j n1. av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 45
583 Humility is admired by them that want it; by them that care not to weare it. Humility is admired by them that want it; by them that care not to wear it. n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31; p-acp pno32 cst vvb xx pc-acp vvi pn31. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 45
584 So is it amiable in the eyes of God; and that which makes both our persons and our graces gracefull. So is it amiable in the eyes of God; and that which makes both our Persons and our graces graceful. np1 vbz pn31 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; cc cst r-crq vvz d po12 n2 cc po12 n2 j. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 45
585 It is humility (next to Faith) that findes fauour with God. He hath beheld the lowlinesse of his handmaiden. It is humility (next to Faith) that finds favour with God. He hath beheld the lowliness of his handmaiden. pn31 vbz n1 (ord p-acp n1) cst vvz n1 p-acp np1. pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 45
586 Would wee either doe or suffer any thing, to haue it acceptable with God? be humble. Would we either do or suffer any thing, to have it acceptable with God? be humble. vmd pns12 av-d vdb cc vvi d n1, pc-acp vhi pn31 j p-acp np1? vbb j. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 45
587 Let me apply that which the Apostle speakes of Charity; to the gracing of this grace of Humility, (that it may finde fauour in the hearts of men:) If I had al knowledge, Let me apply that which the Apostle speaks of Charity; to the gracing of this grace of Humility, (that it may find favour in the hearts of men:) If I had all knowledge, vvb pno11 vvi d r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f n1; p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, (cst pn31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2:) cs pns11 vhd d n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
588 & had not humility, I am nothing. If I had all faith, and had not humility, I am nothing. & had not humility, I am nothing. If I had all faith, and had not humility, I am nothing. cc vhd xx n1, pns11 vbm pix. cs pns11 vhd d n1, cc vhd xx n1, pns11 vbm pix. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
589 The Apostle in the foureteenth verse of this Chapter, charges, aboue all these to put on charity; yet I say, If I had all charity; The Apostle in the foureteenth verse of this Chapter, charges, above all these to put on charity; yet I say, If I had all charity; dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, n2, p-acp d d pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; av pns11 vvb, cs pns11 vhd d n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
590 If I bestow all my goods to feed the poore, and had not humility, I am nothing. If I bestow all my goods to feed the poor, and had not humility, I am nothing. cs pns11 vvb d po11 n2-j p-acp vvi dt j, cc vhd xx n1, pns11 vbm pix. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
591 They giue almes to be seene of men, verily I say vnto you, they haue their reward. They give alms to be seen of men, verily I say unto you, they have their reward. pns32 vvb n2 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2, av-j pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, pns32 vhb po32 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
592 Lastly, If I giue my body to be burned (for God,) and had not Humility, it profiteth me nothing. Lastly, If I give my body to be burned (for God,) and had not Humility, it profiteth me nothing. ord, cs pns11 vvb po11 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn (c-acp np1,) cc vhd xx n1, pn31 vvz pno11 pix. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
593 Humilitie then is the ornament of a Christian, and of all Christian graces. That word of Saint Peter before in part explained, hath yet a more full exposition; Humility then is the ornament of a Christian, and of all Christian graces. That word of Saint Peter before in part explained, hath yet a more full exposition; n1 av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp, cc pp-f d njp n2. cst n1 pp-f n1 np1 a-acp p-acp n1 vvd, vhz av dt av-dc j n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
594 NONLATINALPHABET; signifies innodare (say some,) to tye knots, as delicate and curious women vse to doe of ribands, to adorne their heads or bodies: ; signifies innodare (say Some,) to tie knots, as delicate and curious women use to do of ribbons, to adorn their Heads or bodies: ; vvz vvi (vvb d,) pc-acp vvi n2, c-acp j cc j n2 vvb pc-acp vdi pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
595 As if humilitie were the knot of euery vertue, and the ornament of euery grace. As if humility were the knot of every virtue, and the ornament of every grace. c-acp cs n1 vbdr dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
596 When we haue done any good thing, or expressed any vertue, to God or men, tye a knot of humilitie vpon it, to giue it grace and beautie, in the eyes both of God and men. I conclude all: When we have done any good thing, or expressed any virtue, to God or men, tie a knot of humility upon it, to give it grace and beauty, in the eyes both of God and men. I conclude all: c-crq pns12 vhb vdn d j n1, cc vvd d n1, p-acp np1 cc n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 av-d pp-f np1 cc n2. pns11 vvb d: (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
597 Be perswaded now vpon these grounds to Put on humblenesse of minde. Be persuaded now upon these grounds to Put on humbleness of mind. vbb vvn av p-acp d n2 p-acp vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
598 Put on (as the elect of God, holy and beloued) bowels of mercies, gentlenesse, meekenesse, long-suffering; Put on (as the elect of God, holy and Beloved) bowels of Mercies, gentleness, meekness, long-suffering; vvb p-acp (c-acp dt n-vvn pp-f np1, j cc j-vvn) n2 pp-f n2, n1, n1, j; (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
599 but aboue all those, Put on humblenesse of minde, the very Grace of Graces, and the Ornament of Ornaments. but above all those, Put on humbleness of mind, the very Grace of Graces, and the Ornament of Ornament. cc-acp p-acp d d, vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 59 Page 46
600 2. The Meanes how to worke humilitie vpon our soules. We know why we should put it on; 2. The Means how to work humility upon our Souls. We know why we should put it on; crd dt n2 c-crq pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2. pns12 vvb c-crq pns12 vmd vvi pn31 a-acp; (4) tract (DIV1) 60 Page 46
601 wee would as gladly know how to procure it. Amongst other directions, consider these, we would as gladly know how to procure it. among other directions, Consider these, pns12 vmd a-acp av-j vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31. p-acp j-jn n2, vvb d, (4) tract (DIV1) 60 Page 47
602 1. True knowledge of our selues (as I said before:) dwell at home, turne our eyes inward, take our owne hearts to taske; 1. True knowledge of our selves (as I said before:) dwell At home, turn our eyes inward, take our own hearts to task; crd j n1 pp-f po12 n2 (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp:) vvi p-acp n1-an, vvb po12 n2 j, vvb po12 d n2 p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 61 Page 47
603 Looke not on the imperfections of others, but on our owne. Look not on the imperfections of Others, but on our own. vvb xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, cc-acp p-acp po12 d. (4) tract (DIV1) 61 Page 47
604 If a man be ouertaken in a fault, yee which are spirituall, restore such an one in the spirit of meeknesse, considering thy selfe, lest thou also be tempted. If a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which Are spiritual, restore such an one in the Spirit of meekness, considering thy self, lest thou also be tempted. cs dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pn22 r-crq vbr j, vvb d dt pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg po21 n1, cs pns21 av vbi vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 61 Page 47
605 Where the Apostle makes the very possibilitie of beeing tempted an argument of meekenesse. How much more should the consideration of our owne infirmities, make vs meeke to others, Where the Apostle makes the very possibility of being tempted an argument of meekness. How much more should the consideration of our own infirmities, make us meek to Others, c-crq dt n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f vbg vvn dt n1 pp-f n1. c-crq av-d av-dc vmd dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2, vvb pno12 j p-acp n2-jn, (4) tract (DIV1) 61 Page 47
606 and humble to our selues? 2: The obseruation of other mens perfections, wherein wee come short of them. and humble to our selves? 2: The observation of other men's perfections, wherein we come short of them. cc j p-acp po12 n2? crd: dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2, c-crq pns12 vvb j pp-f pno32. (4) tract (DIV1) 61 Page 47
607 The Apostle hauing exhorted, in humblenesse of minde to esteeme others better than our selues, addes this as the meanes, Looke not euery man on his owne things, The Apostle having exhorted, in humbleness of mind to esteem Others better than our selves, adds this as the means, Look not every man on his own things, dt np1 vhg vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn jc cs po12 n2, vvz d p-acp dt n2, vvb xx d n1 p-acp po31 d n2, (4) tract (DIV1) 62 Page 47
608 but euery man also on the things of others. If we will needs be looking abroad, looke vpon the best obiects; but every man also on the things of Others. If we will needs be looking abroad, look upon the best objects; cc-acp d n1 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. cs pns12 vmb av vbi vvg av, vvb p-acp dt js n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 62 Page 47
609 looke vpon others perfections, not their imperfections. That proud Pharisee looked vpon himselfe, and vpon others; look upon Others perfections, not their imperfections. That proud Pharisee looked upon himself, and upon Others; vvb p-acp ng2-jn n2, xx po32 n2. cst j np1 vvd p-acp px31, cc p-acp n2-jn; (4) tract (DIV1) 62 Page 47
610 but misplaced his eyes in the particular obiect: but misplaced his eyes in the particular Object: cc-acp vvn po31 n2 p-acp dt j n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 62 Page 47
611 He lookes at his owne perfections, his fastings, and tithing his (at least conceited) chastitie, no adulterer; He looks At his own perfections, his Fastings, and tithing his (At least conceited) chastity, no adulterer; pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d n2, po31 n2-vvg, cc n1 po31 (p-acp ds j-vvn) n1, dx n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 62 Page 47
612 equitie, no extortioner, &c. he lookes at other mens sinnes; not such and such, as other men; nor as this Publicane: equity, no extortioner, etc. he looks At other men's Sins; not such and such, as other men; nor as this Publican: n1, dx n1, av pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn ng2 n2; xx d cc d, c-acp j-jn n2; ccx p-acp d n1: (4) tract (DIV1) 62 Page 47
613 He considers not the Publicans humility, contrition, confession, supplication. Thou art wiser than an other, perhaps not so honest. He considers not the Publicans humility, contrition, Confessi, supplication. Thou art Wiser than an other, perhaps not so honest. pns31 vvz xx dt ng1 n1, n1, n1, n1. pns21 vb2r jc cs dt n-jn, av xx av j. (4) tract (DIV1) 62 Page 47
614 Thou hast more knowledge, another hath more deuotion. Thou hast a stronger faith, another more loue. Thou hast more knowledge, Another hath more devotion. Thou hast a Stronger faith, Another more love. pns21 vh2 dc n1, j-jn vhz dc n1. pns21 vh2 dt jc n1, j-jn av-dc vvi. (4) tract (DIV1) 62 Page 48
615 Thou hast more temperance, another more patience, and so of the rest. Thou hast more temperance, Another more patience, and so of the rest. pns21 vh2 dc n1, j-jn n1 n1, cc av pp-f dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 62 Page 48
616 3. The example of Christ our Master, who hath set himselfe for the inimitable copie of our humility, Learne of mee, for I am lowly in heart. 3. The Exampl of christ our Master, who hath Set himself for the inimitable copy of our humility, Learn of me, for I am lowly in heart. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 po12 n1, r-crq vhz vvn px31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvb pp-f pno11, c-acp pns11 vbm j p-acp n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 63 Page 48
617 Looke vpon him, and bee ashamed to bee other than humble. Our Apostle hath propounded this patterne in the next verse, Look upon him, and be ashamed to be other than humble. Our Apostle hath propounded this pattern in the next verse, vvb p-acp pno31, cc vbi j pc-acp vbi j-jn cs j. po12 n1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt ord n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 63 Page 48
618 as the meanes to work in vs forbearance and forgiuenesse of others wrongs, Euen as Christ forgaue you, so also doe yee. as the means to work in us forbearance and forgiveness of Others wrongs, Even as christ forgave you, so also do ye. c-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn vvz, av p-acp np1 vvd pn22, av av vdb pn22. (4) tract (DIV1) 63 Page 48
619 I doubt not but he intended it for the other vertues. Put on bowels of mercy, as Christ toward you. Put on gentlenes, as Christ: I doubt not but he intended it for the other Virtues. Put on bowels of mercy, as christ towards you. Put on gentleness, as christ: pns11 vvb xx cc-acp pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n2. vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-acp np1 p-acp pn22. vvb p-acp n1, c-acp np1: (4) tract (DIV1) 63 Page 48
620 put on humblenes of minde, as Christ. put on humbleness of mind, as christ. vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-acp np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 63 Page 48
621 But more plainly in that other place, In humblenesse of minde, let euery one esteeme others better than himselfe? How? Let the same mind be in you, that was in Christ, &c. Me thinks I see here, Iacobs ladder reaching from heauen to earth, But more plainly in that other place, In humbleness of mind, let every one esteem Others better than himself? How? Let the same mind be in you, that was in christ, etc. Me thinks I see Here, Iacobs ladder reaching from heaven to earth, cc-acp av-dc av-j p-acp d j-jn n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb d crd n1 n2-jn jc cs px31? q-crq? vvb dt d n1 vbi p-acp pn22, cst vbds p-acp np1, av pno11 vvz pns11 vvb av, npg1 n1 vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 63 Page 48
622 and the Sonne of God descending from the top to the bottome; I onely point at the seuerall steps. and the Son of God descending from the top to the bottom; I only point At the several steps. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; pns11 av-j vvb p-acp dt j n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 63 Page 48
623 1. In his Incarnation, there it began; 1. In his Incarnation, there it began; crd p-acp po31 n1, a-acp pn31 vvd; (4) tract (DIV1) 64 Page 48
624 that hee being in the forme of God, tooke vpon him the shape of a seruant. that he being in the Form of God, took upon him the shape of a servant. cst pns31 vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 64 Page 48
625 And what seruant? Not of an Angell, Heb. 2. 16. Hee tooke not on him the nature of Angels; And what servant? Not of an Angel, Hebrew 2. 16. He took not on him the nature of Angels; cc q-crq n1? xx pp-f dt n1, np1 crd crd pns31 vvd xx p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 64 Page 48
626 but he tooke on him the seed of Abraham; He was found in fashion as a man; poore, miserable, sinfull man; euen this deserues admiration. but he took on him the seed of Abraham; He was found in fashion as a man; poor, miserable, sinful man; even this deserves admiration. cc-acp pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1; pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; j, j, j n1; av d vvz n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 64 Page 48
627 2. In his birth, both in respect of his parents, and of the place. 2. In his birth, both in respect of his Parents, and of the place. crd p-acp po31 n1, d p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc pp-f dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 65 Page 49
628 If he would become man, why not of the best and most noble? Why not of Kings and Princes? Mary a poore Virgine was his Mother; If he would become man, why not of the best and most noble? Why not of Kings and Princes? Marry a poor Virgae was his Mother; cs pns31 vmd vvi n1, q-crq xx pp-f dt js cc av-ds j? q-crq xx pp-f n2 cc n2? uh dt j n1 vbds po31 n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 65 Page 49
629 her poore offering shewes her pouerty; two Turtles, not a Lambe; it seemes she was not worth it. her poor offering shows her poverty; two Turtle, not a Lamb; it seems she was not worth it. po31 j n1 vvz po31 n1; crd n2, xx dt n1; pn31 vvz pns31 vbds xx n1 pn31. (4) tract (DIV1) 65 Page 49
630 Ioseph, a poore Carpenter, was his (supposed) Father; Ioseph, a poor Carpenter, was his (supposed) Father; np1, dt j n1, vbds po31 (j-vvn) n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 65 Page 49
631 The Iewes could vpbraid him with his Fathers profession, Is not this the Carpenters Sonne? For the place; The Iewes could upbraid him with his Father's profession, Is not this the Carpenters Son? For the place; dt np2 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, vbz xx d dt n2 n1? p-acp dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 65 Page 49
632 not at Ierusalem the Metropolis, but in Bethlem, the least of the Cities of Iudah; In Bethlem, not in a palace, not At Ierusalem the Metropolis, but in Bethlehem, the least of the Cities of Iudah; In Bethlehem, not in a palace, xx p-acp np1 dt n1, p-acp p-acp np1, dt ds pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; p-acp np1, xx p-acp dt n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 65 Page 49
633 but the meanest house of a City, an Inne; In an Inne, not in the best roome; but the Meanest house of a city, an Inn; In an Inn, not in the best room; cc-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1; p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt js n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 65 Page 49
634 but the basest, in a stable. O humble Sauiour, whither wilt thou descend? but the Basest, in a stable. O humble Saviour, whither wilt thou descend? cc-acp dt js, p-acp dt n1. sy j n1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi? (4) tract (DIV1) 65 Page 49
635 3. In his life, his priuate life, before hee came to shew himselfe to the world. 3. In his life, his private life, before he Come to show himself to the world. crd p-acp po31 n1, po31 j n1, c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 66 Page 49
636 His subiection to his parents, to his fathers profession (as is probable) He went with them, and was obedient vnto them. His subjection to his Parents, to his Father's profession (as is probable) He went with them, and was obedient unto them. po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 ng1 n1 (c-acp vbz j) pns31 vvd p-acp pno32, cc vbds j p-acp pno32. (4) tract (DIV1) 66 Page 49
637 Heere might wee see the great Maker of heauen and earth, hewing of sticks, and making of poore cottages: Here might we see the great Maker of heaven and earth, hewing of sticks, and making of poor cottages: av vmd pns12 vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvg pp-f n2, cc vvg pp-f j n2: (4) tract (DIV1) 66 Page 49
638 and that for others, not for himselfe, For the Sonne of Man, the Sonne of God, had not where to rest his head. and that for Others, not for himself, For the Son of Man, the Son of God, had not where to rest his head. cc cst p-acp n2-jn, xx p-acp px31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, vhd xx c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 66 Page 49
639 In his publike manifestation of himselfe, he manifested his humilitie; In his Ministers, in his miracles. In his public manifestation of himself, he manifested his humility; In his Ministers, in his Miracles. p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f px31, pns31 vvd po31 n1; p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 66 Page 49
640 In the choice of his Apostles, some of them poore illiterate fishermen; Mathew a Publicane; a name odious to the Iewes, and euer coupled with sinners, Publicans and sinners. In the choice of his Apostles, Some of them poor illiterate fishermen; Matthew a Publican; a name odious to the Iewes, and ever coupled with Sinners, Publicans and Sinners. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, d pp-f pno32 j j n2; np1 dt n1; dt n1 j p-acp dt np2, cc av vvn p-acp n2, n2 cc n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 66 Page 49
641 What a traine was this for the Lord of Lords and King of Kings? In his miracles; What a train was this for the Lord of lords and King of Kings? In his Miracles; q-crq dt n1 vbds d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1 pp-f n2? p-acp po31 n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 66 Page 49
642 Most of them were done in obscure villages, few at Ierusalem; Most of them vpon obscure and meane persons, that could neither reward him, Most of them were done in Obscure villages, few At Ierusalem; Most of them upon Obscure and mean Persons, that could neither reward him, ds pp-f pno32 vbdr vdn p-acp j n2, d p-acp np1; av-ds pp-f pno32 p-acp j cc j n2, cst vmd av-dx vvi pno31, (4) tract (DIV1) 66 Page 50
643 nor honour him with their praises; nor honour him with their praises; ccx vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 66 Page 50
644 who would beleeue them? But which is more, most of them with charge of silence, See thou tell no man; True humility indeed. who would believe them? But which is more, most of them with charge of silence, See thou tell no man; True humility indeed. r-crq vmd vvi pno32? p-acp r-crq vbz av-dc, av-ds pp-f pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvb pns21 vvb dx n1; j n1 av. (4) tract (DIV1) 66 Page 50
645 4. In his death, (that wee may come to the bottome of his Humility.) He humbled himselfe; that he did much, in his Incarnation, in his birth, in his life: Hee humbled himselfe to death; 4. In his death, (that we may come to the bottom of his Humility.) He humbled himself; that he did much, in his Incarnation, in his birth, in his life: He humbled himself to death; crd p-acp po31 n1, (cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1.) pns31 vvn px31; cst pns31 vdd d, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1: pns31 vvd px31 p-acp n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
646 that's a degree lower, Euen to the death of the Crosse; that cursed, cruell, shamefull death of the Crosse. that's a degree lower, Even to the death of the Cross; that cursed, cruel, shameful death of the Cross. cst|vbz dt n1 av-jc, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cst vvd, j, j n1 pp-f dt n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
647 Hearken, ô heauens, and be amazed, ô earth; Hearken, ô Angels, and be amazed, ô sonnes of men. Harken, o heavens, and be amazed, o earth; Harken, o Angels, and be amazed, o Sons of men. vvb, uh n2, cc vbi vvn, uh n1; vvb, uh n2, cc vbi vvn, uh n2 pp-f n2. (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
648 Hearken, ô dust and ashes, and blush at thy selfe, for thy pride; Let me but imitate that gradation of the Oratour; Harken, o dust and Ashes, and blush At thy self, for thy pride; Let me but imitate that gradation of the Orator; vvb, uh n1 cc n2, cc vvi p-acp po21 n1, p-acp po21 n1; vvb pno11 p-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1; (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
649 It was much for the Sonne of God to be bound; It was much for the Son of God to be bound; pn31 vbds av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
650 and yet he humbled himselfe to bee bound, They bound him. It was more for the Sonne of God to bee beaten; and yet he humbled himself to be bound, They bound him. It was more for the Son of God to be beaten; cc av pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vvd pno31. pn31 vbds av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
651 and yet he humbled himselfe to be scourged, Pilate scourged him. It was most of all, for the Sonne of God to bee slaine; and yet he humbled himself to be scourged, Pilate scourged him. It was most of all, for the Son of God to be slain; cc av pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi vvn, np1 vvd pno31. pn31 vbds av-ds pp-f d, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn; (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
652 and yet hee humbled himselfe to death; they killed him. and yet he humbled himself to death; they killed him. cc av pns31 vvd px31 p-acp n1; pns32 vvd pno31. (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
653 Quid dicam in crucem tolli? What shall I say, to this aboue all the rest, he humbled himselfe to be crucified, to the death of the Crosse? What? but this of the Apostle, Let the same minde be in you, that was in Cbrist Iesus. Quid dicam in crucem Take away? What shall I say, to this above all the rest, he humbled himself to be Crucified, to the death of the Cross? What? but this of the Apostle, Let the same mind be in you, that was in Christ Iesus. fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi, p-acp d p-acp d dt n1, pns31 vvd px31 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? q-crq? p-acp d pp-f dt n1, vvb dt d n1 vbi p-acp pn22, cst vbds p-acp n1 np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
654 Learne of him for he was lowly in heart; Be followers of Christ, as true Christians. Learn of him for he was lowly in heart; Be followers of christ, as true Christians. vvb pp-f pno31 c-acp pns31 vbds j p-acp n1; vbb n2 pp-f np1, c-acp j np1. (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
655 God hath set him, and hee himselfe, for a copy and patterne, neuer to bee perfectly imitated; God hath Set him, and he himself, for a copy and pattern, never to be perfectly imitated; np1 vhz vvn pno31, cc pns31 px31, p-acp dt n1 cc n1, av-x pc-acp vbi av-j vvn; (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
656 as in other graces, so in this of Humility. Of purpose (I thinke) that both his perfection might draw vs on; as in other graces, so in this of Humility. Of purpose (I think) that both his perfection might draw us on; c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av p-acp d pp-f n1. pp-f n1 (pns11 vvb) cst d po31 n1 vmd vvi pno12 p-acp; (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 50
657 and our owne imperfection in following him, euen in humilitie, might make vs humble; We may and must be humble, because wee cannot bee humble enough. and our own imperfection in following him, even in humility, might make us humble; We may and must be humble, Because we cannot be humble enough. cc po12 d n1 p-acp vvg pno31, av p-acp n1, vmd vvi pno12 vvi; pns12 vmb cc vmb vbi j, c-acp pns12 vmbx vbi j av-d. (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 51
658 And (for conclusion of all) what shall be the issue of our Humilitie? The same that was of Christs: And (for conclusion of all) what shall be the issue of our Humility? The same that was of Christ: cc (p-acp n1 pp-f d) q-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1? dt d cst vbds pp-f npg1: (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 51
659 Wherefore God hath also highly exalted him, and giuen him a Name aboue euery man, saith our Apostle. Wherefore God hath also highly exalted him, and given him a Name above every man, Says our Apostle. c-crq np1 vhz av av-j vvn pno31, cc vvn pno31 dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvz po12 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 51
660 Exaltation is the reward of humilitie; Hee that humbleth himselfe, shall be exalted. The lower is our humiliation, the higher shall bee our exaltation. Exaltation is the reward of humility; He that Humbleth himself, shall be exalted. The lower is our humiliation, the higher shall be our exaltation. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; pns31 cst vvz px31, vmb vbi vvn. dt jc vbz po12 n1, dt jc vmb vbi po12 n1. (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 51
661 He that is humble shall be exalted, Humble your selues therefore in the sight of the Lord, He that is humble shall be exalted, Humble your selves Therefore in the sighed of the Lord, pns31 cst vbz j vmb vbi vvn, j po22 n2 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 51
662 and he shall lift you vp. He that is more humble, shall be more exalted: Humility is the foundation of vertues; and he shall lift you up. He that is more humble, shall be more exalted: Humility is the Foundation of Virtues; cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22 a-acp. pns31 cst vbz av-dc j, vmb vbi av-dc vvn: n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2; (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 51
663 the lower the foundation of vertue is laid, the higher shall the roofe of glory be ouerlaid. the lower the Foundation of virtue is laid, the higher shall the roof of glory be overlaid. dt jc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, dt jc vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb vvn. (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 51
664 May we all be more and more humble, that we may bee more and more glorious. Euen so. Amen. FINIS. May we all be more and more humble, that we may be more and more glorious. Eve so. Amen. FINIS. vmb pns12 d vbb av-dc cc av-dc j, cst pns12 vmb vbi av-dc cc av-dc j. np1 av. uh-n. fw-la. (4) tract (DIV1) 67 Page 51

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View Segment and References (Segment No.) Note No. Text Standardized Text Parts of Speech
3 0 1 Ioh. 3. 10. 1 John 3. 10. vvn np1 crd crd
12 0 NONLATINALPHABET Apoc. 19 8. Apocalypse 19 8. np1 crd crd
14 0 Gen. 37. 3. Gen. 37. 3. np1 crd crd
15 0 2 Sam 13 18. 2 Sam 13 18. crd np1 crd crd
23 0 Verse 11. Verse 11. vvb crd
26 0 Heb. 5. 14. Hebrew 5. 14. np1 crd crd
31 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
33 0 1 Humilitie distinguished, from, 1 Humility distinguished, from, vvn n1 vvn, p-acp,
35 0 1 Abiection, NONLATINALPHABET. 1 Abjection,. crd n1,.
40 0 Psal. 49. 20. Psalm 49. 20. np1 crd crd
41 0 Pro 17. 16. Pro 17. 16. fw-la crd crd
43 0 NONLATINALPHABET. . .
49 0 2. Humiliation, NONLATINALPHABET. 2. Humiliation,. crd n1,.
52 0 1 King. 21. 27. 29. 1 King. 21. 27. 29. crd n1. crd crd crd
62 0 Dan. 4. 34. Dan. 4. 34. np1 crd crd
62 1 Psal. 9. 12. NONLATINALPHABET afflicted or humbled. Psalm 9. 12. afflicted or humbled. np1 crd crd vvn cc vvn.
69 0 Perdidistis vtilitatem calamitatis, miserrimi facti estis & possimi permansistis. Aug. de ciu. Dei. lib. 1. cap. 33. 3. Formall humilitie, NONLATINALPHABET, which is threefold. You have lost vtilitatem calamitatis, miserrimi facti Ye are & possimi permansistis. Aug. the Ciu. Dei. lib. 1. cap. 33. 3. Formal humility,, which is threefold. np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la. np1 dt crd. fw-la. n1. crd n1. crd crd j n1,, r-crq vbz j.
72 0 Coloss. 2. 23. Coloss. 2. 23. np1 crd crd
74 0 1. Superstitious. 1. Superstitious. crd j.
80 0 Psal. 50. 15. Psalm 50. 15. np1 crd crd
91 0 2. Hypocriticall. 2. Hypocritical. crd j.
96 0 Matth. 6. 5. Matthew 6. 5. np1 crd crd
98 0 2 Sam, 15. 2, 3, 4, 5, &c. 2 Sam, 15. 2, 3, 4, 5, etc. crd np1, crd crd, crd, crd, crd, av
111 0 3. Artificiall. 3. Artificial. crd j.
121 0 Prou. 17. 7. Prou. 17. 7. np1 crd crd
126 0 Iob 13. 9. Job 13. 9. np1 crd crd
129 0 Chrysost. Chrysostom np1
133 0 2. Humility desined or described. 2. Humility designed or described. crd n1 vvn cc vvn.
134 0 De 12. grad humi. De 12. grad humi. fw-fr crd vvb fw-la.
135 0 Master Perk. Master Perk. n1 np1.
136 0 Aquin. 22 ae. q. 161. ar. 1. c. Aquinas 22 ae. q. 161. Are. 1. c. np1 crd fw-la. sy. crd vbr. crd sy.
143 0 By the foure parts thereof. By the foure parts thereof. p-acp dt crd n2 av.
150 0 The cause of it. The cause of it. dt n1 pp-f pn31.
164 0 Apoc. 3. 17. Apocalypse 3. 17. np1 crd crd
165 0 NONLATINALPHABET. Chrys. Hom. 7. in Philip. . Chrys. Hom. 7. in Philip. . np1 np1 crd p-acp np1.
169 0 2 The Obiects of Humilitie. 2 The Objects of Humility. crd dt n2 pp-f n1.
171 0 1 God. 1 God. crd np1.
171 1 Aquin. ibid ad 5. Aquinas Ibid ad 5. np1 fw-la fw-la crd
174 0 1 When he speakes to God, or God to him. 1 When he speaks to God, or God to him. crd c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp np1, cc np1 p-acp pno31.
177 0 Gen. 18. 27. Gen. 18. 27. np1 crd crd
178 0 Iob 42. 5, 6. Job 42. 5, 6. np1 crd crd, crd
179 0 Pro. 30. 2. Pro 30. 2. np1 crd crd
185 0 Dan. 9 7, 8. Dan. 9 7, 8. np1 crd crd, crd
185 1 Ezra. 9. 5, 6. Ezra. 9. 5, 6. np1. crd crd, crd
191 0 Habak. 3. 16. Habak. 3. 16. vvb. crd crd
194 0 2 King. 22. 19. 2 King. 22. 19. crd n1. crd crd
195 0 2 Sam. 7. 18 19. 2 Sam. 7. 18 19. crd np1 crd crd crd
201 0 Heb. 11. 8. Hebrew 11. 8. np1 crd crd
206 0 2. In Affliction or prosperitie. 2. In Affliction or Prosperity. crd p-acp n1 cc n1.
208 0 Psal. 39. 9. Psalm 39. 9. np1 crd crd
209 0 1 Sam. 3. 18. 1 Sam. 3. 18. vvn np1 crd crd
209 1 Micah 7. 9. micah 7. 9. np1 crd crd
210 0 Gen. 32. 9. 10. Gen. 32. 9. 10. np1 crd crd crd
212 0 Psal. 78. 70. Psalm 78. 70. np1 crd crd
217 0 2. To men. 2. To men. crd p-acp n2.
219 0 1. In opinion. 1. In opinion. crd p-acp n1.
219 1 Phil. 2. 3. Philip 2. 3. np1 crd crd
222 0 1 Tim. 1. 15. 1 Tim. 1. 15. vvd np1 crd crd
223 0 1 Cor. 15. 9. 1 Cor. 15. 9. vvd np1 crd crd
224 0 Ephes. 3. 8. Ephesians 3. 8. np1 crd crd
229 0 Prou. 12. 26. Prou. 12. 26. np1 crd crd
231 0 Vbi supra. ar. 3. c. Vbi supra. Are. 3. c. fw-la fw-la. vbr. crd sy.
258 0 2. In practise, both, 2. In practice, both, crd p-acp n1, av-d,
260 0 1. In his generall cariage in three things. 1. In his general carriage in three things. crd p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp crd n2.
263 0 2 Pet. 2. 18. 2 Pet. 2. 18. crd np1 crd crd
263 1 1. In words. 1. In words. crd p-acp n2.
267 0 2. In apparell. 2. In apparel. crd p-acp n1.
272 0 1 Pet. 5. 5. 1 Pet. 5. 5. vvd np1 crd crd
274 0 Thirdly, In companie. Thirdly, In company. ord, p-acp n1.
275 0 Isay 65. 5. Saiah 65. 5. np1 crd crd
276 0 Mat. 9. 11. Mathew 9. 11. np1 crd crd
276 1 Rom. 14. 10. Rom. 14. 10. np1 crd crd
276 2 1 Cor. 6. 11. 1 Cor. 6. 11. vvn np1 crd crd
277 0 Tit. 3. 3. Tit. 3. 3. np1 crd crd
283 0 Secondly, In Honour, both, in Secondly, In Honour, both, in ord, p-acp n1, av-d, p-acp
285 0 First, Giuing honour. First, Giving honour. ord, vvg n1.
287 0 Iudg. 8. 2, 3. Judges 8. 2, 3. np1 crd crd, crd
295 0 Mat. 23. 6. Mathew 23. 6. np1 crd crd
300 0 2. Taking honour. 2. Taking honour. crd vvg n1.
304 0 Exod. 4. 10. Exod 4. 10. np1 crd crd
305 0 Isaiah 6. 5. Isaiah 6. 5. np1 crd crd
320 0 3. The degrees of humility, which are 3. The Degrees of humility, which Are crd dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr
321 0 Matth. 11. 29. NONLATINALPHABET. Matthew 11. 29.. np1 crd crd.
324 0 Est humilitas quam veritas parit, & non habet colore: & est humilitas quam charitas format et inflammat. At { que } haec quidem in affectu, illa in cognitione consistit. Bern. serm. 42. in Cantic. 1. In the vnderstanding. Est humilitas quam veritas parit, & non habet colore: & est humilitas quam charitas format et inflammat. At { que } haec quidem in affectu, illa in cognition consistit. Bern. sermon. 42. in Cantic. 1. In the understanding. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, cc fw-la fw-la fw-mi: cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la. p-acp { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la. np1 n1. crd p-acp j. crd p-acp dt n1.
340 0 2. In the affections. 2. In the affections. crd p-acp dt n2.
347 0 Ipsa charitatis veritate, & veritatis charitate vetamur, &c. Ipsa charitatis veritate, & veritatis charitate vetamur, etc. fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, av
352 0 Iosh. 7. 19. Joshua 7. 19. np1 crd crd
357 0 1 Tim. 1. 16. 1 Tim. 1. 16. vvd np1 crd crd
358 0 Nemo tenetur prodere seipsum. Nemo tenetur prodere seipsum. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la.
367 0 1 Sam. 15. 30. 1 Sam. 15. 30. vvd np1 crd crd
371 0 3. In the will. 3. In the will. crd p-acp dt n1.
377 0 Colos. 2. 9. Colos 2. 9. np1 crd crd
378 0 Phil. 2. 5. Philip 2. 5. np1 crd crd
382 0 Vbi supra Bern. Vbi supra Bern. fw-la fw-la np1
399 0 4. The Kindes of Humilitie, which are three. 4. The Kinds of Humility, which Are three. crd dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr crd.
402 0 Epist. 56. Epistle 56. np1 crd
402 1 De interiori demo cap. 41. De interiori demo cap. 41. fw-fr fw-la fw-la n1. crd
403 0 1. Praeposed, or Fore-humilitie. 1. Proposed, or Fore-humilitie. crd vvd, cc n1.
411 0 Isay 42. 8. Saiah 42. 8. np1 crd crd
419 0 2. Opposed or Mid-humilitie. 2. Opposed or Mid-humility. crd vvn cc n1.
425 0 Iudg. 20. 18, &c. Judges 20. 18, etc. np1 crd crd, av
433 0 3. Imposed or After-humilitie. 3. Imposed or After-humilitie. crd vvn cc n1.
439 0 Grauis et ponderosus ille Christi spiritus, &c. Grauis et ponderosus Isle Christ spiritus, etc. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av
444 0 Phil. 3. 19. Philip 3. 19. np1 crd crd
458 0 Luke 11. 8. Luke 11. 8. np1 crd crd
460 0 Gen. 15. 11. Gen. 15. 11. np1 crd crd
462 0 Luke 12 1. Luke 12 1. np1 crd crd
463 0 Mat. 13. 33. Mathew 13. 33. np1 crd crd
466 0 A little leuen, leueneth the whole lumpe. Gal. 5. 9. A little Leven, leueneth the Whole lump. Gal. 5. 9. dt j zz, vvz dt j-jn n1. np1 crd crd
477 0 Psal. 115. 1. Psalm 115. 1. np1 crd crd
485 0 Iudg. 20. 26. Judges 20. 26. np1 crd crd
486 0 2 Chron. 32. 25. 26. 2 Chronicles 32. 25. 26. crd np1 crd crd crd
488 0 1 Chron. 21. 1. & 8. 1 Chronicles 21. 1. & 8. vvn np1 crd crd cc crd
490 0 Plutarch. Apothegm. Plutarch. Apothegm. np1. n1.
496 0 Application. Application. n1.
497 0 1. Conuiction. 1. Conviction. crd n1.
498 0 Ezek. 7. 10. Ezekiel 7. 10. np1 crd crd
500 0 Hos. 5. 5. Hos. 5. 5. np1 crd crd
503 0 Pro. 30. 13. Pro 30. 13. np1 crd crd
511 0 Micah 6. 8. micah 6. 8. np1 crd crd
513 0 Psal. 95. 6. Psalm 95. 6. np1 crd crd
523 0 2. Exhortation. 2. Exhortation. crd n1.
523 1 Mat. 11. 29. Mathew 11. 29. np1 crd crd
524 0 Ephes. 4. 1, 2. Ephesians 4. 1, 2. np1 crd crd, crd
524 1 Phil. 2. 2, 3. Philip 2. 2, 3. np1 crd crd, crd
526 0 1 Pet. 5. 5. 1 Pet. 5. 5. vvn np1 crd crd
528 0 1. The Motiues, which are taken from the necessary vse of it. 1. The Motives, which Are taken from the necessary use of it. crd dt n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31.
530 0 1. In getting that we want. 1. In getting that we want. crd p-acp vvg cst pns12 vvb.
531 0 Iames 4. 6. James 4. 6. np1 crd crd
532 0 Luke 2 53. Luke 2 53. zz crd crd
533 0 Verse 48. Verse 48. n1 crd
538 0 2. In keeping that we haue gotten. 2. In keeping that we have got. crd p-acp vvg cst pns12 vhb vvn.
540 0 Ibid. 51. Ibid 51. np1 crd
543 0 Chrys. Chrys. np1
544 0 3. In learning. 3. In learning. crd p-acp n1.
546 0 Prou. 26. 12. Prou. 26. 12. np1 crd crd
548 0 Psal. 25. 9. Psalm 25. 9. np1 crd crd
552 0 Ioh. 3. 4. 9. John 3. 4. 9. np1 crd crd crd
552 1 1 Sam. 3. 10. 1 Sam. 3. 10. vvn np1 crd crd
554 0 Exod. 24. 3. Exod 24. 3. np1 crd crd
556 0 Psal. 25. 14. Psalm 25. 14. np1 crd crd
556 1 4. As a Garment, whose vses are three. 4. As a Garment, whose uses Are three. crd p-acp dt n1, rg-crq n2 vbr crd.
557 0 1. To distinguish. 1. To distinguish. crd pc-acp vvi.
562 0 Ephes. 4. 1, 2. Ephesians 4. 1, 2. np1 crd crd, crd
564 0 2. To defend. 2. To defend. crd pc-acp vvi.
573 0 1 Pet. 5. 5. explained. See more a little after. 1 Pet. 5. 5. explained. See more a little After. vvd np1 crd crd vvd. vvb av-dc dt j p-acp.
577 0 3. To adorne. 3. To adorn. crd pc-acp vvi.
587 0 1 Cor. 13. 1, &c. 1 Cor. 13. 1, etc. vvd np1 crd crd, av
591 0 Matth. 6. 2. Matthew 6. 2. np1 crd crd
593 0 Pag. praeced. Page praeced. np1 vvn.
600 0 2. The meanes which are, the Consideration, 2. The means which Are, the Consideration, crd dt n2 r-crq vbr, dt n1,
602 0 1. Of our owne Imperfections. 1. Of our own Imperfections. crd pp-f po12 d n2.
604 0 Gal. 6. 1. Gal. 6. 1. np1 crd crd
606 0 2. Of others perfections. 2. Of Others perfections. crd pp-f n2-jn n2.
607 0 Phil. 2. 4. Philip 2. 4. np1 crd crd
616 0 3. Of the example of Christ. 3. Of the Exampl of christ. crd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1.
621 0 Phil. 2. 5. Philip 2. 5. np1 crd crd
624 0 1. In his Incarnation. 1. In his Incarnation. crd p-acp po31 n1.
632 0 Micah 5. 2. micah 5. 2. np1 crd crd
635 0 3. In his life. 3. In his life. crd p-acp po31 n1.
636 0 Luke 2. 51. Lycia 2. 51. av crd crd
644 0 Matth 8. 4. Luke 8. 56. Matthew 8. 4. Luke 8. 56. av crd crd np1 crd crd
645 0 4 In his death. 4 In his death. crd p-acp po31 n1.
648 0 Facinus vincire ciuem Romanum, &c. Facinus vincire ciuem Romanum, etc. fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, av
651 0 Marke 15. 15. Mark 15. 15. vvb crd crd
659 0 Phil. 2. 9. Philip 2. 9. np1 crd crd
661 0 Iames 4. 10. James 4. 10. np1 crd crd