A testimony from the Scripture against idolatry & superstition in two sermons ... : the first, witnessing in generall against all the idols and inventions of men in the worship of God : the second, more particularly against the ceremonies, and some other corruptions of the Church of England : preached, the one September 27, the other Septemb. 30, 1660 by Mr. Samuel Mather ...
and brake in pieces the brazen Serpent that Moses •ad made; for unto those dayes the Children of Israel did burn Incense to ••: •nd •e called it Nehushtan.
and brake in Pieces the brazen Serpent that Moses •ad made; for unto those days the Children of Israel did burn Incense to ••: •nd •e called it Nehushtan.
THis Chapter Contains the Beginning of the History of Hezekiah, that great Reforming Prince. The parts of the Chapter are these three; (1) There be some Gen•ral circumstances of his Reign, the time when,
THis Chapter Contains the Beginning of the History of Hezekiah, that great Reforming Prince. The parts of the Chapter Are these three; (1) There be Some Gen•ral Circumstances of his Reign, the time when,
His Piety is set forth two wayes, (1) By a general Testimony of him, ver. 3. He did that that was right in the sight of the Lord, according to all that his Father David did: (2) By a more particular enumeration and induction of particu〈 … 〉 the words read unto you, in these five things; (1) his destroying 〈 … 〉atry, ver. 4 (2) his Trusting in God, ver. 5. (3) his prehemin•nce in piety above all the Kings of • Io•. Ibid. (4) his faithful cleavi•• to God in his Word ver. 6. (5) 〈 ◊ 〉 prospering presence of God with him in all his affairs.
His Piety is Set forth two ways, (1) By a general Testimony of him, ver. 3. He did that that was right in the sighed of the Lord, according to all that his Father David did: (2) By a more particular enumeration and induction of particu〈 … 〉 the words read unto you, in these five things; (1) his destroying 〈 … 〉atry, ver. 4 (2) his Trusting in God, ver. 5. (3) his prehemin•nce in piety above all the Kings of • Io•. Ibid (4) his faithful cleavi•• to God in his Word ver. 6. (5) 〈 ◊ 〉 prospering presence of God with him in all his affairs.
There be so many, and to the eye of carnal reason, such insuperable difficulties and impediments in the work of Reformation, That a man shall never be able to surmount and g•t above them without an Almighty assistance from the Lord:
There be so many, and to the eye of carnal reason, such insuperable difficulties and impediments in the work of Reformation, That a man shall never be able to surmount and g•t above them without an Almighty assistance from the Lord:
pc-acp vbi av av-d, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, d j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1:
••. 25. So that these three, David, Hezekiah, Iosiah, were the three great Reformers, and therefore when it is said, there was •one like Hezekiah, the expression is a little Hyperbolical,
••. 25. So that these three, David, Hezekiah, Josiah, were the three great Reformers, and Therefore when it is said, there was •one like Hezekiah, the expression is a little Hyperbolical,
••. crd av cst d crd, np1, np1, np1, vbdr dt crd j n2, cc av c-crq pn31 vbz vvn, pc-acp vbds vvn av-j np1, dt n1 vbz dt j j,
as Mary Magdalent out of whom Christ did cast seven unclean Devils, but where will you finde such another? So when Paul saith of Timothy, I finde no man like minded to seek the Churches good, Phil. 2. 20. There was Titus, and one,
as Marry Magdalent out of whom christ did cast seven unclean Devils, but where will you find such Another? So when Paul Says of Timothy, I find no man like minded to seek the Churches good, Philip 2. 20. There was Titus, and one,
2 Chron. 1•. 10. Ich•saphat did Reforme Religion, but he •ntred into a sinfull League with that great Idol•ter Ahab, and though the Prophet Iehu reproved him for it, 2 Chron. 19. •.
2 Chronicles 1•. 10. Ich•saphat did Reform Religion, but he •ntred into a sinful League with that great Idol•ter Ahab, and though the Prophet Iehu reproved him for it, 2 Chronicles 19. •.
and he invaded the Priests Office to his own destruction, 2 Chr. 2• 4, 16. And if you look into our own Historics of England, how few shall you finde!
and he invaded the Priests Office to his own destruction, 2 Christ 2• 4, 16. And if you look into our own Historics of England, how few shall you find!
cc pns31 vvd dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, crd np1 n1 crd, crd cc cs pn22 vvb p-acp po12 d n2 pp-f np1, c-crq d vmb pn22 vvi!
It was prophefied of them, that they should give ▪ bot• 〈 … 〉 both their force of Arms ▪ and their Power of Laws to the •east, to serve the Popes Interest.
It was Prophesied of them, that they should give ▪ bot• 〈 … 〉 both their force of Arms ▪ and their Power of Laws to the •east, to serve the Popes Interest.
That the Rule of Reformation in Religion, is the will and Word of God: He that will reform aright, must reduce, and bring all things back to that Rule:
That the Rule of Reformation in Religion, is the will and Word of God: He that will reform aright, must reduce, and bring all things back to that Rule:
cst dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: pns31 cst vmb vvi av, vmb vvi, cc vvi d n2 av p-acp d n1:
when Io•a was to measure the Temple, and to reform the C•urch, there was a R•ed given unto him like a Rod, Rev. 11. 1. and Rev 21. 15. The new Ierusalem is measured with a golden Reed.
when Io•a was to measure the Temple, and to reform the C•urch, there was a R•ed given unto him like a Rod, Rev. 11. 1. and Rev 21. 15. The new Ierusalem is measured with a golden Reed.
It is spoken with allusion to Ezekiels Vision, Chap. 40. ver. 3. which meas•ring Reed, can be no other but the Word of God. Hence we call the Scriptures C•nonical, because they are the Rule of all Religion.
It is spoken with allusion to Ezekiel's Vision, Chap. 40. ver. 3. which meas•ring Reed, can be no other but the Word of God. Hence we call the Scriptures C•nonical, Because they Are the Rule of all Religion.
Hence observe, 5. That a through Reformation of Religion according to th• Word of G•d, to the rooting up of all Idolatry, is the wa• to obtain the prospering presence of God with us in whatsoever we take in hand.
Hence observe, 5. That a through Reformation of Religion according to th• Word of G•d, to the rooting up of all Idolatry, is the wa• to obtain the prospering presence of God with us in whatsoever we take in hand.
Let H•z•kiah turn himself which way he will, the Lord went with him ▪ It is promised, Psal. 1. 3. He that delights in the Law of the Lord, whatsoever he doth shall prosper, and the same thing is noted concerning other reforming Kings,
Let H•z•kiah turn himself which Way he will, the Lord went with him ▪ It is promised, Psalm 1. 3. He that delights in the Law of the Lord, whatsoever he does shall prosper, and the same thing is noted Concerning other reforming Kings,
In Num. 21. 9. it is called NONLATINALPHABET nehash nehoshe, but here only NONLATINALPHABET Nebushtan bushtan. There it was denominated both from the Fo•m and matter,
In Num. 21. 9. it is called nehash nehoshe, but Here only Nebushtan bushtan. There it was denominated both from the Fo•m and matter,
For the prosecution of this Doctrine, four things are necessary to be spoken to; (1) what is meant by Idolatry? (2) what by the monuments of it? (3) How it may appear that the Lord will have them to be rooted up. (4) The reasons of this Severity of God against this Sin?
For the prosecution of this Doctrine, four things Are necessary to be spoken to; (1) what is meant by Idolatry? (2) what by the monuments of it? (3) How it may appear that the Lord will have them to be rooted up. (4) The Reasons of this Severity of God against this since?
The Idolatry forbidden in the first Commandment is, when the worship is terminated upon a false Object, and not upon the True God that made Heaven and Earth.
The Idolatry forbidden in the First Commandment is, when the worship is terminated upon a false Object, and not upon the True God that made Heaven and Earth.
dt n1 vvn p-acp dt ord n1 vbz, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc xx p-acp dt j np1 cst vvd n1 cc n1.
ver 4. and they proclaimed a Holy day, not to the Calf, but to Jehovah, ver. 5. Of whom the Calf was but an Image, in which they lock•d at Iehovah, as near unto them & as going with them, & before them.
for 4. and they proclaimed a Holy day, not to the Calf, but to Jehovah, ver. 5. Of whom the Calf was but an Image, in which they lock•d At Jehovah, as near unto them & as going with them, & before them.
And in like manner Micah's mother, she dedicated the Silver to zhovah to make a graven Image, Iudg•es 17. 3. & Micah concludes, v•r. last, that now Iehovah would do him good.
And in like manner Micah's mother, she dedicated the Silver to zhovah to make a graved Image, Iudg•es 17. 3. & micah concludes, v•r. last, that now Jehovah would do him good.
cc p-acp j n1 npg1 n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp uh pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1, n2 crd crd cc np1 vvz, n1. ord, cst av np1 vmd vdi pno31 j.
Yea, Ieroboam himself, when he set up his Calves at Dan and Bethel, he proclaims, behold thy Gods O Israel, which brought thee up out of the Land of Egypt, 1 King. 12. 28, which is a description of t• True God,
Yea, Jeroboam himself, when he Set up his Calves At Dan and Bethel, he proclaims, behold thy God's Oh Israel, which brought thee up out of the Land of Egypt, 1 King. 12. 28, which is a description of t• True God,
but yet seeing he worshipped God in a false way, The Scripture charge him for worshipping the Devil, 2 Chron. 11. 15. He ordained Priests for the Devils, which he had mad•.
but yet seeing he worshipped God in a false Way, The Scripture charge him for worshipping the devil, 2 Chronicles 11. 15. He ordained Priests for the Devils, which he had mad•.
though perhaps some of the blindest of them might look no further, yet the more knowing ones amongst them did look upon their Idols as the Images and representations of some higher Deity, from whence they called them simulachra Deorum, the representations of the Gods. •or they knew that God was a Spirit,
though perhaps Some of the blindest of them might look no further, yet the more knowing ones among them did look upon their Idols as the Images and representations of Some higher Deity, from whence they called them Simulacra Gods, the representations of the God's •or they knew that God was a Spirit,
For they did herein grossly break the second co•man•ment. For the further ope•ing whereof, because it will give light unto all that followeth to be spoken;
For they did herein grossly break the second co•man•ment. For the further ope•ing whereof, Because it will give Light unto all that follows to be spoken;
p-acp pns32 vdd av av-j vvi dt ord n1. p-acp dt jc n1 c-crq, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d cst vvz pc-acp vbi vvn;
the second Commandment with the Scriptures apperteining thereto, (being that spiritual A• mory out of which whosoever will fight against Superstistion must fetch their Weapons;) you may observe bri•fly these four things concerning it.
the second Commandment with the Scriptures aPPERTAINING thereto, (being that spiritual A• mory out of which whosoever will fight against Superstistion must fetch their Weapons;) you may observe bri•fly these four things Concerning it.
dt ord n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg av, (vbg d j np1 n1 av pp-f r-crq r-crq vmb vvi p-acp np1 vmb vvi po32 n2;) pn22 vmb vvi av-j d crd n2 vvg pn31.
and Temple, with the rest of the worship thereto belonging, the A•k, Altar, Cherubims, Sacrifices, Feasts, Passover, &c. And in these Gospel times Baptism,
and Temple, with the rest of the worship thereto belonging, the A•k, Altar, Cherubims, Sacrifices, Feasts, Passover, etc. And in these Gospel times Baptism,
cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvg, dt n1, n1, n2, n2, n2, np1, av cc p-acp d n1 n2 n1,
& the Lords Supper are external Forms or Images, but they are o• God; appointing; but such as God hath not appointed are forbidden in this Commandment.
& the lords Supper Are external Forms or Images, but they Are o• God; appointing; but such as God hath not appointed Are forbidden in this Commandment.
cc dt n2 n1 vbr j n2 cc n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr n1 np1; vvg; cc-acp d c-acp np1 vhz xx vvn vbr vvn p-acp d n1.
and seek him in the right order, as 1 Chron. 15. 13. For the neglect whereof, he made that Breach upon Ʋzziah. It is not enough to e•schew false Objects of worship,
and seek him in the right order, as 1 Chronicles 15. 13. For the neglect whereof, he made that Breach upon Ʋzziah. It is not enough to e•schew false Objects of worship,
For it is a general rule observed by all Judicious Expositors upon the Ten Commandments, that they must be opened by Synecdoche• and M•tonymie•; Syne•doche• to comprehend all sins of the like kinde, and all the Deg•tes thereof;
For it is a general Rule observed by all Judicious Expositors upon the Ten commandments, that they must be opened by Synecdoche• and M•tonymie•; Syne•doche• to comprehend all Sins of the like kind, and all the Deg•tes thereof;
p-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt crd n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 cc np1; np1 pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc d dt n2 av;
And Christ himself teacheth us so to Interpr•t them ▪ As in the sixth Commandment, Thou shalt not kill, this forbids all rash anger, even passionate words, and thoughts.
And christ himself Teaches us so to Interpr•t them ▪ As in the sixth Commandment, Thou shalt not kill, this forbids all rash anger, even passionate words, and thoughts.
cc np1 px31 vvz pno12 av pc-acp vvi pno32 ▪ c-acp p-acp dt ord n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi, d vvz d j n1, av j n2, cc n2.
and Degrees of uncleanness a•e inc•uded, and intended under that, even filthy thoughts. Mat. 5. 28. Therefore, so are all H•m•ne Inventions under graven Images.
and Degrees of uncleanness a•e inc•uded, and intended under that, even filthy thoughts. Mathew 5. 28. Therefore, so Are all H•m•ne Inventions under graved Images.
cc n2 pp-f n1 vbb vvn, cc vvd p-acp d, av j n2. np1 crd crd av, av vbr d j n2 p-acp j-vvn n2.
For we are often charged neither t• a•d n•r diminish from Gods appointments whats•ever thing I Command you, observe an• do•, thou shalt neither add th•r• to nor dimin•sh from i•. D••t. 12. last. And in many other places.
For we Are often charged neither t• a•d n•r diminish from God's appointments whats•ever thing I Command you, observe an• do•, thou shalt neither add th•r• to nor dimin•sh from i•. D••t. 12. last. And in many other places.
c-acp pns12 vbr av vvn dx n1 vmd av vvi p-acp npg1 n2 av n1 pns11 vvb pn22, vvb n1 n1, pns21 vm2 av-dx vvi n1 p-acp ccx vvi p-acp n1. n1. crd n1. cc p-acp d j-jn n2.
And accordingly it is observed and no less then ei•hteen Times repeated in the 39. and 40 Chap•ers of Ex•dus, that eve•y thing was •one as the Lord Com•ande• M••es.
And accordingly it is observed and no less then ei•hteen Times repeated in the 39. and 40 Chap•ers of Ex•dus, that eve•y thing was •one as the Lord Com•ande• M••es.
cc av-vvg pn31 vbz vvn cc dx av-dc cs j-jn n2 vvn p-acp dt crd cc crd n2 pp-f np1, cst av-j n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 np1.
4. Hence that distinction of Bellarmine, which some of our Formalists have borrowed from him, between Corruptive & perfective additions to the worship of God is a •ost Corrupt a•d blind distinction.
4. Hence that distinction of Bellarmine, which Some of our Formalists have borrowed from him, between Corruptive & perfective additions to the worship of God is a •ost Corrupt a•d blind distinction.
crd av d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq d pp-f po12 n2 vhb vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp j-jn cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt av-ds j n1 j n1.
If thou lift up thy t•ol upon the Altar, th•u hast polluted it, Exod. 20. 25. To polish, is to pollute. What ever solemn worship men per•orm to God either it ariseth •rom the very nature of God in the first Commandment:
If thou lift up thy t•ol upon the Altar, th•u hast polluted it, Exod 20. 25. To polish, is to pollute. What ever solemn worship men per•orm to God either it arises •rom the very nature of God in the First Commandment:
This is evident from the Instance of the Brazen Serpent in the Text, of which you may observe a threefold state. 1. Religious. 2. Indifferent. 3. Sinsul. 1. Religious, and necessary.
This is evident from the Instance of the Brazen Serpent in the Text, of which you may observe a threefold state. 1. Religious. 2. Indifferent. 3. Sinsul. 1. Religious, and necessary.
d vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pp-f r-crq pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1. crd j. crd j. crd n1. crd j, cc j.
It was once a Type of Christ, and spiritual Healing through him, as Christ himself expounds it, Joh. 3. 14, 15. and therefore it was then a spiritual and a blessed Ordinance of God.
It was once a Type of christ, and spiritual Healing through him, as christ himself expounds it, John 3. 14, 15. and Therefore it was then a spiritual and a blessed Ordinance of God.
pn31 vbds a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc j n-vvg p-acp pno31, c-acp np1 px31 vvz pn31, np1 crd crd, crd cc av pn31 vbds av dt j cc dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1.
But this necessary, and commanded use of the Serpent, was (as Mr. Cartwright observs) but for the time, wherein it was a means to heal those that were bitten.
But this necessary, and commanded use of the Serpent, was (as Mr. Cartwright observs) but for the time, wherein it was a means to heal those that were bitten.
p-acp d j, cc vvd n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds (c-acp n1 np1 vvz) p-acp p-acp dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbds dt n2 pc-acp vvi d cst vbdr vvn.
but only ind•ff•rent, and it seems to be of the same nature with the laying up of Go•i•hs Sword at Nob behind the Ephod: 1 Sam. 21. 9. and with the Altar of Witness, Iosh 22. Of which our Divines observe, that though it was not every way commendable,
but only ind•ff•rent, and it seems to be of the same nature with the laying up of Go•i•hs Sword At Nob behind the Ephod: 1 Sam. 21. 9. and with the Altar of Witness, Joshua 22. Of which our Divines observe, that though it was not every Way commendable,
cc-acp av-j j, cc pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f vvz n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1: vvn np1 crd crd cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd pp-f r-crq po12 n2-jn vvb, cst cs pn31 vbds xx d n1 j,
An•w. It followeth not, for the brasen Serpent was not an Ordinance at this time, when Hezekiah brake it in pieces, it was only an indifferent thing abused.
An•w. It follows not, for the brazen Serpent was not an Ordinance At this time, when Hezekiah brake it in Pieces, it was only an indifferent thing abused.
av. pn31 vvz xx, c-acp dt j n1 vbds xx dt n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq np1 vvd pn31 p-acp n2, pn31 vbds av-j dt j n1 vvn.
As when the Vessels of the Temple had been polluted and abused in Babylon, where they became Belshazzars quassing bowl•, they were not therefore laid aside by the people of God in their return out of Babylon,
As when the Vessels of the Temple had been polluted and abused in Babylon, where they became Belshazzars quassing bowl•, they were not Therefore laid aside by the people of God in their return out of Babylon,
p-acp c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhd vbn vvn cc vvn p-acp np1, c-crq pns32 vvd n2 vvg n1, pns32 vbdr xx av vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1 av pp-f np1,
yet they are nec•ssary appu•tenances to them. For when God appoints any Ordinance, the Institution thereof implies and carries with it an Implicite Warrant for the use of all such things as are necessary to the celebration of it.
yet they Are nec•ssary appu•tenances to them. For when God appoints any Ordinance, the Institution thereof Implies and carries with it an Implicit Warrant for the use of all such things as Are necessary to the celebration of it.
av pns32 vbr j n2 p-acp pno32. c-acp c-crq np1 vvz d n1, dt n1 av vvz cc vvz p-acp pn31 dt j vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d n2 c-acp vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31.
Answ. The proofs for it are fitly referred to these four heads. 1. Commands to warrant it. 2. Promises to encourage to it. 3. Reproofs for the neglect of it. 4. Commended Examples.
Answer The proofs for it Are fitly referred to these four Heads. 1. Commands to warrant it. 2. Promises to encourage to it. 3. Reproofs for the neglect of it. 4. Commended Examples.
and cut ••w• their G•ove•, and burn their graven Images with fire, Deut. 7. 5. and again ver. 25. the graven Images of their gods, shall ye burn with fire, thou shalt not ••sire the silver.
and Cut ••w• their G•ove•, and burn their graved Images with fire, Deuteronomy 7. 5. and again for. 25. the graved Images of their God's, shall you burn with fire, thou shalt not ••sire the silver.
cc vvi n1 po32 np1, cc vvi po32 j-vvn n2 p-acp n1, np1 crd crd cc av p-acp. crd av vvn n2 pp-f po32 n2, vmb pn22 vvi p-acp n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1.
So likewise, Is•i. 30. 21. ye shall defile also the covering of thy graven Images of silver, the very coverings, t•ose costly g•rments which Idolaters were wont to put upon their Idols, and the ornament of their molten Images of gold, thou shalt cast them aray as a men struo•• Cl•th, thou shalt say unto it, get thee hence. • •1 ••:
So likewise, Is•i. 30. 21. you shall defile also the covering of thy graved Images of silver, the very coverings, t•ose costly g•rments which Idolaters were wont to put upon their Idols, and the ornament of their melted Images of gold, thou shalt cast them array as a men struo•• Cl•th, thou shalt say unto it, get thee hence. • •1 ••:
and destroy all their Images, and quite plu•k down all their High places, so as to leave no• memorial, no remembrance at all of the Canaanitish Superstition;
and destroy all their Images, and quite plu•k down all their High places, so as to leave no• memorial, no remembrance At all of the Canaanitish Superstition;
cc vvi d po32 n2, cc av vvb a-acp d po32 j n2, av c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 n1, dx n1 p-acp d pp-f dt j n1;
It is observed by some Interpreters, that the words are indeed, & in the true sense of them a Connex Axiome, so Junius, Cui mandato subjic itur su• promisses.
It is observed by Some Interpreters, that the words Are indeed, & in the true sense of them a Connex Axiom, so Junius, Cui Commandment subjic itur su• promises.
pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d n2, cst dt n2 vbr av, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 dt vvi n1, av np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 n2.
and to do it himsel• if none else would, Zen. 14. I will •ut off the Remnant of Baal from this pl••ce, and the very names of Chem arims, those bla•• Priests.
and to do it himsel• if none Else would, Zen. 14. I will •ut off the Remnant of Baal from this pl••ce, and the very names of Chemistry arims, those bla•• Priests.
cc pc-acp vdi pn31 n1 cs pix av vmd, np1 crd pns11 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f np1 n2, d n1 n2.
And those proud Idolaters, Isai. 65. 4. are reproved not only for eating Swines fl•sh, but because the broth of such abominable things was in their Vessels.
And those proud Idolaters, Isaiah 65. 4. Are reproved not only for eating Swine fl•sh, but Because the broth of such abominable things was in their Vessels.
cc d j n2, np1 crd crd vbr vvn xx av-j p-acp vvg ng1 n1, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 vbds p-acp po32 n2.
And Christ from Heaven reproves those two Churches of Pergamus and Thyatira for eating meat sacr. f••d to Idob, Rev. 2. 14. 20. 4. The Commended example, are very many.
And christ from Heaven reproves those two Churches of Pergamos and Thyatira for eating meat Sacred. f••d to Idob, Rev. 2. 14. 20. 4. The Commended Exampl, Are very many.
cc np1 p-acp n1 vvz d crd n2 pp-f np1 cc np1 p-acp vvg n1 j. j pc-acp vvi, n1 crd crd crd crd dt vvn n1, vbr av d.
The Prophe • lijah would not so much a••ffer Sacrifice to the God of Heaven upon Baals Al•a•, many without question thought he was more prec•• then wise, to keep the people in suspence so long;
The Prophet • lijah would not so much a••ffer Sacrifice to the God of Heaven upon Baal's Al•a•, many without question Thought he was more prec•• then wise, to keep the people in suspense so long;
dt n1 • n1 vmd xx av av-d vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp npg1 np1, d p-acp n1 vvd pns31 vbds dc n1 cs j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 av av-j;
It was a polluted thing, & therefore he would not use it, but repay•s the Altar of the Lord that was broken down, • Kin. 18. 30. Jebu likewise though a bad man yet thus sarrt, he wrought with God, he destroyed the Images,
It was a polluted thing, & Therefore he would not use it, but repay•s the Altar of the Lord that was broken down, • Kin. 18. 30. Jebu likewise though a bad man yet thus sarrt, he wrought with God, he destroyed the Images,
pn31 vbds dt j-vvn n1, cc av pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31, cc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbds vvn a-acp, • n1. crd crd np1 av cs dt j n1 av av n1, pns31 vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vvd dt n2,
2 Kin. 10. 27. and slew the Priests in all their pontifical Robes, ver. 22. that there might not be so much as a Surplice, nor a rag of Baal le•t, Iosiah likewise, destroyed every thing of Baal, 2 Kin. 23. the Vessels, the Groves, the Images, the High places, the Priests, the Altars.
2 Kin. 10. 27. and slew the Priests in all their pontifical Robes, ver. 22. that there might not be so much as a Surplice, nor a rag of Baal le•t, Josiah likewise, destroyed every thing of Baal, 2 Kin. 23. the Vessels, the Groves, the Images, the High places, the Priests, the Altars.
the chariots of the Sun, he burns them with fi•e, •lamps them to powder, throws the dust of them down the R•ver, that there might be no remembrance, nor memorial of Ba•i le•t.
the chariots of the Sun, he burns them with fi•e, •lamps them to powder, throws the dust of them down the R•ver, that there might be no remembrance, nor memorial of Ba•i le•t.
and le•t thy should think it is a new notion, lately •ound ou• by some prrc••o P•••tan• and •ot Spurs in Religion, it was o•• of Queen 〈 … 〉 an 〈 … 〉ions above an hundred years agoe ;
and le•t thy should think it is a new notion, lately •ound ou• by Some prrc••o P•••tan• and •ot Spurs in Religion, it was o•• of Queen 〈 … 〉 an 〈 … 〉ions above an hundred Years ago;
cc vvb po21 vmd vvi pn31 vbz dt j n1, av-j vvn n1 p-acp d av np1 cc j n2 p-acp n1, pn31 vbds n1 pp-f n1 〈 … 〉 dt 〈 … n2 p-acp dt crd n2 av;
and all of 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 … 〉ments 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 … 〉ned 〈 ◊ 〉 d•les• pilgrimages, Idolat•• and S••per • 〈 ◊ 〉, •• that short 〈 ◊ 〉 no memory of the same in Walls, glass wi•dows, orle••• where, within 〈 ◊ 〉 Churches or H•uses.
and all of 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 … 〉ments 〈 ◊ 〉 〈 … 〉ned 〈 ◊ 〉 d•les• Pilgrimages, Idolat•• and S••per • 〈 ◊ 〉, •• that short 〈 ◊ 〉 no memory of the same in Walls, glass wi•dows, orle••• where, within 〈 ◊ 〉 Churches or H•uses.
cc d pp-f 〈 sy 〉 〈 … n2 〈 sy 〉 〈 … n-vvn 〈 sy 〉 n1 n2, np1 cc np1 • 〈 sy 〉, •• cst j 〈 sy 〉 dx n1 pp-f dt d p-acp n2, n1 n2, n1 c-crq, p-acp 〈 sy 〉 n2 cc n2.
But could they see so farre in the very dawning of the day, and cannot we see i• 〈 ◊ 〉 not 〈 ◊ 〉 th•t it may be lawfull to employ such things to private, common uses, where it can be done with 〈 ◊ 〉 d•ing•r of Super••ition, us is also granted by those that wrate against their,
But could they see so Far in the very dawning of the day, and cannot we see i• 〈 ◊ 〉 not 〈 ◊ 〉 th•t it may be lawful to employ such things to private, Common uses, where it can be done with 〈 ◊ 〉 d•ing•r of Super••ition, us is also granted by those that wrote against their,
cc-acp vmd pns32 vvi av av-j p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc vmbx pns12 vvb n1 〈 sy 〉 xx 〈 sy 〉 vb2r pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp j, j n2, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp 〈 sy 〉 jc-jn pp-f n1, pno12 vbz av vvn p-acp d cst vvd p-acp po32,
Take heed to thy self that thou be not snared by following them, saying, how did these nations serve their God,? Deut. 12. 30, It is Calvins observation in his Letter to the Protector of England quid enim illa Ceremonia aliud fuerunt, quam totidem lenocinia, that the Ceremonies are whorish enticements to spiritual filthiness,
Take heed to thy self that thou be not snared by following them, saying, how did these Nations serve their God,? Deuteronomy 12. 30, It is Calvins observation in his letter to the Protector of England quid enim illa Ceremony Aliud fuerunt, quam totidem lenocinia, that the Ceremonies Are whorish enticements to spiritual filthiness,
For the reliques of Idolatry, etiam sopitae solent recales•ere; and therefore as Zanchy speaks, pietas in deum, et charitas in prox mum postulan•, ut tollantur, both piety towards God,
For the Relics of Idolatry, etiam sopitae solent recales•ere; and Therefore as Zanchy speaks, pietas in God, et charitas in prox mum postulan•, ut tollantur, both piety towards God,
p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, fw-la fw-la j av; cc av c-acp j vvz, n2 p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la uh n1, fw-la fw-la, d n1 p-acp np1,
and pluckt up by the roots in the time of Henry the eight. For seeing the Nobility were scarce able to retein the Lands and Possessions of the Abbeys, which were distributed to them by King Henry, from the devotion of Queen Mary, seeking to build again the Walls of •ericho. If the buildings had not been P•lled down,
and plucked up by the roots in the time of Henry the eight. For seeing the Nobilt were scarce able to retain the Lands and Possessions of the Abbeys, which were distributed to them by King Henry, from the devotion of Queen Marry, seeking to built again the Walls of •ericho. If the buildings had not been P•lled down,
then they were, it had been casie for Queen Mary, or any Popish prince to have restored them again, whereby we might have had such swar••s of F•iars and Monks possessed in their nests again,
then they were, it had been casie for Queen Marry, or any Popish Prince to have restored them again, whereby we might have had such swar••s of F•iars and Monks possessed in their nests again,
cs pns32 vbdr, pn31 vhd vbn j p-acp n1 uh, cc d j n1 pc-acp vhi vvn pno32 av, c-crq pns12 vmd vhi vhn d n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2 av,
they thought to worship God, but the Text saith, it was to sin against him. and Chap. 9 15. all their wickednes• is in Gilgal, that is their greatest wickedness,
they Thought to worship God, but the Text Says, it was to since against him. and Chap. 9 15. all their wickednes• is in Gilgal, that is their greatest wickedness,
for there were many other sins amongst them, sed hic nomen NONLATINALPHABET accipitur pr ô summo vel pracipuo saith Calvin, as if the Prophet should say, all their Whoredoms, Robberies,
for there were many other Sins among them, sed hic Nome accipitur Pr o Summo vel pracipuo Says calvin, as if the Prophet should say, all their Whoredoms, Robberies,
and Oppressions, and other Crying sins, which did abound amongst them, were not so bad as their Idolatries and Superstitions there committed. No sin like this.
and Oppressions, and other Crying Sins, which did abound among them, were not so bad as their Idolatries and Superstitions there committed. No since like this.
cc n2, cc n-jn vvg n2, r-crq vdd vvi p-acp pno32, vbdr xx av j c-acp po32 n2 cc n2 a-acp vvn. dx n1 av-j d.
and returning the praise of all to him, or to bestow and employ these chief affections and actings of the Soul upon other Objects, it strikes directly and immediately at the very nature of God,
and returning the praise of all to him, or to bestow and employ these chief affections and actings of the Soul upon other Objects, it strikes directly and immediately At the very nature of God,
cc vvg dt n1 pp-f d p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi d j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2, pn31 vvz av-j cc av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1,
and against Gods, as it is excellently set forth by the Proph•t Ieremy, The Lord saith by his Prophets, oh, do not this ab•minable •hing which I have, but the People say, we will not hearken unto th•e, b•t we will certainly d• whatsoever goeth out of our own mouth, to burn I•••nse unto the Queen of Heaven.
and against God's, as it is excellently Set forth by the Proph•t Ieremy, The Lord Says by his prophets, o, do not this ab•minable •hing which I have, but the People say, we will not harken unto th•e, b•t we will Certainly d• whatsoever Goes out of our own Mouth, to burn I•••nse unto the Queen of Heaven.
cc p-acp n2, c-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn av p-acp dt j np1, dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, uh, vdb xx d j n1 r-crq pns11 vhb, p-acp dt n1 vvb, pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1, js pns12 vmb av-j n1 r-crq vvz av pp-f po12 d n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1.
It is as charging God with folly, as if the Infinite bless•d God were not wise enough to find out the best and fittest way for his own worship and glory:
It is as charging God with folly, as if the Infinite bless•d God were not wise enough to find out the best and Fittest Way for his own worship and glory:
pn31 vbz p-acp vvg np1 p-acp n1, c-acp cs dt j n1 np1 vbdr xx j av-d pc-acp vvi av dt js cc js n1 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1:
and smites their understandings, that their foolish Hearts are darkned, and profe•sing themselves wise, they become fools ▪ Rom. 1. 22. Because they will be wiser then God, he ma••s them more foolish then men.
and smites their understandings, that their foolish Hearts Are darkened, and profe•sing themselves wise, they become Fools ▪ Rom. 1. 22. Because they will be Wiser then God, he ma••s them more foolish then men.
The two Idolatrous Cities, Samar•d and Ierusalem are compared to two adulterous Women, Ah•lah, and Aholihah. They have Committed A•ul•ery wi•• Stocks and Stones.
The two Idolatrous Cities, Samar•d and Ierusalem Are compared to two adulterous Women, Ah•lah, and Aholihah. They have Committed A•ul•ery wi•• Stocks and Stones.
dt crd j n2, j cc np1 vbr vvn p-acp crd j n2, np1, cc np1. pns32 vhb vvn j n1 n2 cc n2.
Jer. 3. 9. that is, because they made them media Cu•tus. Hence Rome is called the Mother of Harlots, Rev 17. 5 ▪ And pure Worshippers, who follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth, are called Virgins ▪ Rev. 14. 4. Hence the Lord professeth in the Sanction of the second Commandment, I am a •ea•o•s God;
Jer. 3. 9. that is, Because they made them media Cu•tus. Hence Room is called the Mother of Harlots, Rev 17. 5 ▪ And pure Worshippers, who follow the Lamb whithersoever he Goes, Are called Virgins ▪ Rev. 14. 4. Hence the Lord Professes in the Sanction of the second Commandment, I am a •ea•o•s God;
4. All the wors•ip and honour men do, or think they do to 〈 ◊ 〉 by th•se Inventions of their own, it doth red ▪ und indeed and in truth, to the honour of the Devil.
4. All the wors•ip and honour men do, or think they do to 〈 ◊ 〉 by th•se Inventions of their own, it does read ▪ and indeed and in truth, to the honour of the devil.
crd d dt n1 cc n1 n2 vdb, cc vvb pns32 vdb p-acp 〈 sy 〉 p-acp j n2 pp-f po32 d, pn31 vdz vvn ▪ cc av cc p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1.
For although Superstition is a sin directly against the means of worship, yet it is ultimately against the Object of worthi• Strange worship sets up a strange God;
For although Superstition is a since directly against the means of worship, yet it is ultimately against the Object of worthi• Strange worship sets up a strange God;
for it neces•ar•ly supp• seth and •eigneth to it self, •uch an Object of worship as is delighted, a•d well pleased with that kind of worship which the Lord abhor•s ▪ b• Satan is well pleased with.
for it neces•ar•ly supp• seth and •eigneth to it self, •uch an Object of worship as is delighted, a•d well pleased with that kind of worship which the Lord abhor•s ▪ b• Satan is well pleased with.
p-acp pn31 av-j n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp pn31 n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp vbz vvn, vvd av vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vbz ▪ n1 np1 vbz av vvn p-acp.
Rev. 18. 2. and their Factours, and Emmisaries are called the Spirits of Devils, Rev. 16 4. they think, they worship Saint Peter and the Virgin Mary ▪ yea, God himself,
Rev. 18. 2. and their Factors, and Emmisaries Are called the Spirits of Devils, Rev. 16 4. they think, they worship Saint Peter and the Virgae Marry ▪ yea, God himself,
But you may mistake, and honour the Devil, when you think you honour God. Hence, Superstition is called in Greek NONLATINALPHABET q. d. fearing the Devil.
But you may mistake, and honour the devil, when you think you honour God. Hence, Superstition is called in Greek q. worser. fearing the devil.
Lam. 2. 14. Now the Scripture takes notice of many distempers and Corruptions in the hearts of men, whereby they are incl••ed to this sin of Idolatry and Superstition,
Lam. 2. 14. Now the Scripture Takes notice of many distempers and Corruptions in the hearts of men, whereby they Are incl••ed to this since of Idolatry and Superstition,
np1 crd crd av dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1,
though they did proclaim an holy day to Iehorah, yet it is said, they forgat God their Saviour, Psal. 106. 19, 20, 21. This will seem very strange to carnal reason,
though they did proclaim an holy day to Iehorah, yet it is said, they forgot God their Saviour, Psalm 106. 19, 20, 21. This will seem very strange to carnal reason,
but let them pretend what they will, the Text is clear, they forget God their Saviour, it is because they forget the Lord Jesus, they do not remember him with any true and right affection.
but let them pretend what they will, the Text is clear, they forget God their Saviour, it is Because they forget the Lord jesus, they do not Remember him with any true and right affection.
Hence we see it in daily experience, that the same persons who are most prophane, are usually most Superstitious, they •hat forget God most in moral duties, are most devout in wayes of Superstition,
Hence we see it in daily experience, that the same Persons who Are most profane, Are usually most Superstitious, they •hat forget God most in moral duties, Are most devout in ways of Superstition,
•al. 6. 13. that they may b•ast amongst the Jews, how many followers and Proselytes they have gained, it was their ambition and desire of applause that acted them.
•al. 6. 13. that they may b•ast among the jews, how many followers and Proselytes they have gained, it was their ambition and desire of applause that acted them.
n1. crd crd cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt np2, c-crq d n2 cc n2 pns32 vhb vvn, pn31 vbds po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cst vvd pno32.
they think first, to please God by it. 2. To secure themselves. 3. To Circumvent and over-reach others. 1. To please God. Having run into great arrea•es by gross neglects in moral obedience, they think to make it up with Ceremonials, either of Gods appointing, or of their own devising.
they think First, to please God by it. 2. To secure themselves. 3. To Circumvent and overreach Others. 1. To please God. Having run into great arrea•es by gross neglects in moral Obedience, they think to make it up with Ceremonials, either of God's appointing, or of their own devising.
or with ten thousands of Rivers of Oyl? shall I give my first born for my Transgression, the fruit of my body for the sin of my Soul. Mic. 6. 6, 7, 8. So the Pharisee, I fast twice• week; but who requires this at his hands? and in Is•i. 1. Their hands are full of blood,
or with ten thousands of rivers of Oil? shall I give my First born for my Transgression, the fruit of my body for the since of my Soul. Mic. 6. 6, 7, 8. So the Pharisee, I fast twice• Week; but who requires this At his hands? and in Is•i. 1. Their hands Are full of blood,
but the power and life of godliness is difficult, Hence men rest in shadows, and sit down with Superstitious empty Forms and shews of Devotion, by which Conscience being cha•med, they think God is pacified,
but the power and life of godliness is difficult, Hence men rest in shadows, and fit down with Superstitious empty Forms and shows of Devotion, by which Conscience being cha•med, they think God is pacified,
cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, av n2 vvb p-acp n2, cc vvb a-acp p-acp j j n2 cc vvz pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq n1 vbg vvn, pns32 vvb np1 vbz vvn,
if this people go up to Ierusalem to do Sacrifice in the House of the Lord at Ierusalem, the Kingdom will return to the House of David. 1 Kin. 12. 26, 27,
if this people go up to Ierusalem to do Sacrifice in the House of the Lord At Ierusalem, the Kingdom will return to the House of David. 1 Kin. 12. 26, 27,
And he Sacrificed to the Go•s ▪ of Dama•cus, which smote him, saying in his foolish, carnal wisdom, because the Go•s of the Kings of Syria help them, therefore will I Sacrifice to them, that they may help me,
And he Sacrificed to the Go•s ▪ of Dama•cus, which smote him, saying in his foolish, carnal Wisdom, Because the Go•s of the Kings of Syria help them, Therefore will I Sacrifice to them, that they may help me,
neither shall they cover themselves with their works, being works of Iniquity. 3. The third design of Superstition is to Circumvent and go beyond others.
neither shall they cover themselves with their works, being works of Iniquity. 3. The third Design of Superstition is to Circumvent and go beyond Others.
hence some have observed ▪ that to out-strip our Adversaries in their own policies, or to use means abused by others to a better end, is a resolution so plausible to worldly wisdom, which of all other Fruits of the Flesh, is for the most part the hardliest and last renounced;
hence Some have observed ▪ that to outstrip our Adversaries in their own policies, or to use means abused by Others to a better end, is a resolution so plausible to worldly Wisdom, which of all other Fruits of the Flesh, is for the most part the hardliest and last renounced;
av d vhb vvn ▪ cst pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po32 d n2, cc pc-acp vvi n2 vvn p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt jc n1, vbz dt n1 av j p-acp j n1, r-crq pp-f d j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp dt av-ds n1 dt js cc ord vvd;
Hence in the declining times of the Christian Churches, perceiving that the Pagans were very tenacious of their old Customs and Superstitions, they thought it was good policy to borrow sundry things from them to win them,
Hence in the declining times of the Christian Churches, perceiving that the Pagans were very tenacious of their old Customs and Superstitions, they Thought it was good policy to borrow sundry things from them to win them,
Hence as Peter Lombard observs, because the Heathens had their Flami•s, Antiflamins, princiflamins, &c. In imitation of this, the Christians made Bishops, Arch Bishops, P•imates, and the like.
Hence as Peter Lombard observs, Because the heathens had their Flami•s, Antiflamins, princiflamins, etc. In imitation of this, the Christians made Bishops, Arch Bishops, P•imates, and the like.
av c-acp np1 np1 vvz, p-acp dt n2-jn vhd po32 n2, n2, n2, av p-acp n1 pp-f d, dt njpg2 vvd n2, j n2, n2, cc dt j.
But what was the issue and effect of this Carnal policy? Instead of making Pagans turn Christians by it, they did transform Christian Churches into Anti-Christian, It was this fleshly wisdom that was the means to conjure up those two •enemous Beasts, the Church,
But what was the issue and Effect of this Carnal policy? Instead of making Pagans turn Christians by it, they did transform Christian Churches into Antichristian, It was this fleshly Wisdom that was the means to conjure up those two •enemous Beasts, the Church,
p-acp r-crq vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1? av pp-f vvg n2-jn n1 np1 p-acp pn31, pns32 vdd vvi np1 n2 p-acp j, pn31 vbds d j n1 cst vbds dt n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp d crd j n2, dt n1,
and their hearts that they cannot understand, and none considereth in his heart, neither is there knowledge nor understanding to say, I have burnt part of it ▪ in the fire,
and their hearts that they cannot understand, and none Considereth in his heart, neither is there knowledge nor understanding to say, I have burned part of it ▪ in the fire,
and shall I make the residue ▪ thereof an abomination? shall I fall down to the Stock of a Tree? He feedeth on ashes, a deceived heart hath turned him aside, that he cannot deliver his Soul,
and shall I make the residue ▪ thereof an abomination? shall I fallen down to the Stock of a Tree? He feeds on Ashes, a deceived heart hath turned him aside, that he cannot deliver his Soul,
nor say, I• there not a lye in my right hand? Isai. 44. 18, 19, 20. So that all the Zeal and affection men have in a Superstitious way is but blind Devotion, and zeal without knowledge.
nor say, I• there not a lie in my right hand? Isaiah 44. 18, 19, 20. So that all the Zeal and affection men have in a Superstitious Way is but blind Devotion, and zeal without knowledge.
ccx vvi, n1 a-acp xx dt n1 p-acp po11 j-jn n1? np1 crd crd, crd, crd av cst d dt n1 cc n1 n2 vhb p-acp dt j n1 vbz p-acp j n1, cc n1 p-acp n1.
5. A Fearful Cow•r•ly •pirit is another cause, they Constrain you to be Circumcised, only l•st they should suffer Persecution for the Cros ▪ •f Christ, Gal. 6. 12. It was by this means as some have observed, that the Pope got up,
5. A Fearful Cow•r•ly •pirit is Another cause, they Constrain you to be Circumcised, only l•st they should suffer Persecution for the Cros ▪ •f christ, Gal. 6. 12. It was by this means as Some have observed, that the Pope god up,
though indeed not all, for God was pleased even then to raise up some faithful ▪ Witnesses ▪ but the Generality of the Clergy, during the reign of Anti-Christ, were as one saith of them, a Generation of spiritual Cowards, so tha• the Pope did what he l•sted, in laying loads and yokes upon the Conscience,
though indeed not all, for God was pleased even then to raise up Some faithful ▪ Witnesses ▪ but the Generality of the Clergy, during the Reign of Antichrist, were as one Says of them, a Generation of spiritual Cowards, so tha• the Pope did what he l•sted, in laying loads and yokes upon the Conscience,
cs av xx d, c-acp np1 vbds vvn av av pc-acp vvi a-acp d j ▪ n2 ▪ cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbdr a-acp pi vvz pp-f pno32, dt n1 pp-f j n2, av n1 dt n1 vdd r-crq pns31 vvd, p-acp vvg n2 cc vvz p-acp dt n1,
and to impose burdens and lay snares for the Consciences of men, as th• Prophet Hos•a complain• of the •uperstitious Clergy in his time, Hos 9. 8. The Prophet is as the Snare of a Fowler in all his wayes.
and to impose burdens and lay snares for the Consciences of men, as th• Prophet Hos•a complain• of the •uperstitious Clergy in his time, Hos 9. 8. The Prophet is as the Snare of a Fowler in all his ways.
but when persecution arose, he fell back to Popery, and when one of his Friends told him of his former profession, oh (saith he,) that was the right way,
but when persecution arose, he fell back to Popery, and when one of his Friends told him of his former profession, o (Says he,) that was the right Way,
cc-acp q-crq n1 vvd, pns31 vvd av p-acp n1, cc c-crq crd pp-f po31 n2 vvd pno31 pp-f po31 j n1, uh (vvz pns31,) d vbds dt j-jn n1,
as if •e were ready to destroy? and where is the fury of the Oppressor, Isai. 51. 12. 13. 6. Lastly, It proceeds from •s••r•t ▪ enmity and ••tred of the blessed God.
as if •e were ready to destroy? and where is the fury of the Oppressor, Isaiah 51. 12. 13. 6. Lastly, It proceeds from •s••r•t ▪ enmity and ••tred of the blessed God.
It is true, in times of Ignorance and darkness good men may •e car•ied away in many things with the stream of the times for want of better light But to be zealous for the grossest Superstitions in time• of light, is a•ill sig• that the heart is 〈 … 〉f poyson, full o• Hatred,
It is true, in times of Ignorance and darkness good men may •e car•ied away in many things with the stream of the times for want of better Light But to be zealous for the Grossest Superstitions in time• of Light, is a•ill sig• that the heart is 〈 … 〉f poison, full o• Hatred,
3. Consider also the Cursed •ffests and Fruits of it, the bitter ▪ Fruits that grow upon this root of bitt•rness, These will yet further discover the evil of it.
3. Consider also the Cursed •ffests and Fruits of it, the bitter ▪ Fruits that grow upon this root of bitt•rness, These will yet further discover the evil of it.
crd vvb av dt j-vvn vvz cc n2 pp-f pn31, dt j ▪ n2 cst vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, d vmb av av-j vvi dt n-jn pp-f pn31.
Josh. 1. 7, 8. but on the contrary, when men worship God according to their own Inventions, see that dreadful threatning, Isai. 29. 13, 14. because their fear, that is, their worship towards me is taught by the precepts of men,
Josh. 1. 7, 8. but on the contrary, when men worship God according to their own Inventions, see that dreadful threatening, Isaiah 29. 13, 14. Because their Fear, that is, their worship towards me is taught by the Precepts of men,
when it is indeed prudential folly, their glory is their shame, they are mad upon their Idols, Jer. 50. 38. Superstitio est res insana, as he said, Superstition is a mad thing, folly is the Cause of it, and folly the Effect.
when it is indeed prudential folly, their glory is their shame, they Are mad upon their Idols, Jer. 50. 38. Superstition est Rest insana, as he said, Superstition is a mad thing, folly is the Cause of it, and folly the Effect.
2. It is a very desiling sin, thou hast defiled thy self in thine Idols which thou hast made, Ezek. 22. 4. It is a sin of spiritual filthiness and uncleanness, I have seen thine Adulte•ies,
2. It is a very desiling since, thou hast defiled thy self in thine Idols which thou hast made, Ezekiel 22. 4. It is a since of spiritual filthiness and uncleanness, I have seen thine Adulte•ies,
and in the fields, wilt tho• not be made clean, when shall it once be? Jer. 13. ult. Superstitious persons are apt to think themselves more devout, and more holy then others,
and in the fields, wilt tho• not be made clean, when shall it once be? Jer. 13. ult. Superstitious Persons Are apt to think themselves more devout, and more holy then Others,
as the Papists call their several wayes of Superstition, religious orders. But the Lord accounts them more vile, more filthy, they say to others, stand by thy self, come not nea• to me,
as the Papists call their several ways of Superstition, religious order. But the Lord accounts them more vile, more filthy, they say to Others, stand by thy self, come not nea• to me,
Isai. 65 4 5. fo• that Text is clearly meant concerning Superstitious people, that Sacrifice in Gardens, remain among the Graves, &c. who did look with disdain upon others,
Isaiah 65 4 5. fo• that Text is clearly meant Concerning Superstitious people, that Sacrifice in Gardens, remain among the Graves, etc. who did look with disdain upon Others,
and trusted in themselves that they were righteous, when indeed it was but Superstition, and therefore the Lord saith of them, these are a Smoak in my nose,
and trusted in themselves that they were righteous, when indeed it was but Superstition, and Therefore the Lord Says of them, these Are a Smoke in my nose,
cc vvd p-acp px32 cst pns32 vbdr j, c-crq av pn31 vbds p-acp n1, cc av dt n1 vvz pp-f pno32, d vbr dt n1 p-acp po11 n1,
For the Lords appointment and promise was, that in mine holy Mountain, in the Mountain of the heig•t of Israel, there shall all the house of Israel serve,
For the lords appointment and promise was, that in mine holy Mountain, in the Mountain of the heig•t of Israel, there shall all the house of Israel serve,
And though there be a whole Sea of worship ▪ and Ordinances, that all should be but like the blood of a dead man; as Rev 8 ▪ •. and 16. 3. There is no acceptance but in Christ.
And though there be a Whole Sea of worship ▪ and Ordinances, that all should be but like the blood of a dead man; as Rev 8 ▪ •. and 16. 3. There is no acceptance but in christ.
cc cs pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 ▪ cc n2, cst d vmd vbi cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; c-acp np1 crd ▪ •. cc crd crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp p-acp np1.
But Christ hath said concerning Idolatrous worship, I will not pour out their Oblations, that is, ( I will not be a Mediator to •heir Services. Psal. 16. 4. 4. It will in time justle out Gods true worship, His I•stitutions will be laid aside, that there may be elbow room for their own Inventions, Full well ye rejest the Commandment• of God, that you may keep your own Traditions, Mark. 7 8, 9. I might give many Examples and I•nstances of this.
But christ hath said Concerning Idolatrous worship, I will not pour out their Oblations, that is, (I will not be a Mediator to •heir Services. Psalm 16. 4. 4. It will in time justle out God's true worship, His I•stitutions will be laid aside, that there may be elbow room for their own Inventions, Full well you rejest the Commandment• of God, that you may keep your own Traditions, Mark. 7 8, 9. I might give many Examples and I•nstances of this.
p-acp np1 vhz vvn vvg j n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi av po32 n2, cst vbz, (pns11 vmb xx vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2. np1 crd crd crd pn31 vmb p-acp n1 vvi av n2 j n1, po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn av, cst a-acp vmb vbi n1 n1 p-acp po32 d n2, j av pn22 vvi dt np1 pp-f np1, cst pn22 vmb vvi po22 d n2, vvb. crd crd, crd pns11 vmd vvi d n2 cc n2 pp-f d.
and lodge in the Monum•nts, which the Lord never requi•ed at their hands, ye• they made no Conscience of eating Swines fl•sh, which the Lord had forb•dden to that people in those Times, Jeroboam ma•e Priests of his own,
and lodge in the Monum•nts, which the Lord never requi•ed At their hands, ye• they made no Conscience of eating Swine fl•sh, which the Lord had forb•dden to that people in those Times, Jeroboam ma•e Priests of his own,
after the ma•ner of the Nations of other Lands, but therefore he casts out the Priests of the Lo•d the So•s •f Aaron, and the Levites, to mak• way for his own, 2 Chron. 13. 9. Ahaz gives order that the Priest• should offer their Sacrifices upon his own Altar,
After the ma•ner of the nations of other Lands, but Therefore he Cast out the Priests of the Lo•d the So•s •f Aaron, and the Levites, to mak• Way for his own, 2 Chronicles 13. 9. Ahaz gives order that the Priest• should offer their Sacrifices upon his own Altar,
so Piscator upon the place, but thus Gods Altar was laid aside, and turned out of Office, 2 Kin. 16. 15. we have seen sad examples of this in former times, a Surplice,
so Piscator upon the place, but thus God's Altar was laid aside, and turned out of Office, 2 Kin. 16. 15. we have seen sad Examples of this in former times, a Surplice,
av n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp av ng1 n1 vbds vvn av, cc vvd av pp-f n1, crd n1. crd crd zz vhb vvn j n2 pp-f d p-acp j n2, dt n1,
nor serve them, For I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the sins of the Fathers upon the Children, to the third and fourth Generation of them that hate me.
nor serve them, For I the Lord thy God am a jealous God, visiting the Sins of the Father's upon the Children, to the third and fourth Generation of them that hate me.
Gideon was a good man and a great Reformer, and therefore called Ierubbaal, but yet for all that, he did but make a Superstitious g•rment, a kind of a Surp••è, a small matter one would think;
gideon was a good man and a great Reformer, and Therefore called Jerubbaal, but yet for all that, he did but make a Superstitious g•rment, a kind of a Surp••è, a small matter one would think;
np1 vbds dt j n1 cc dt j n1, cc av vvd np1, p-acp av c-acp d d, pns31 vdd p-acp vvi dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt fw-fr, dt j n1 pi vmd vvi;
Yea, so provoking to the Lord is this sin, especially, if aggravated by Persecution, as for the most part it is, that sometimes the Lord will not pardon it,
Yea, so provoking to the Lord is this since, especially, if aggravated by Persecution, as for the most part it is, that sometime the Lord will not pardon it,
uh, av vvg p-acp dt n1 vbz d n1, av-j, cs vvn p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp dt ds vvi pn31 vbz, cst av dt n1 vmb xx vvi pn31,
Though as to personal forgiveness, the Lord will pardon every repenting Sinner, yet not alwayes as to National Forgiveness, so as to avert and turn away his righteous judgements.
Though as to personal forgiveness, the Lord will pardon every repenting Sinner, yet not always as to National Forgiveness, so as to avert and turn away his righteous Judgments.
c-acp c-acp p-acp j n1, dt n1 vmb vvi d vvg n1, av xx av c-acp p-acp j n1, av c-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi av po31 j n2.
For Manasseh did •epent and reform, Iosiah comes and makes a thorough Reformation, but yet ruine and desolation comes for the old ▪ Idolatryes and Superstitions of Manasseh, and for the Innocent blood he shed, which the Text saith, the Lord would not pardon, 2 King. 24. 4 and 2 King. 23, 25, 26.
For Manasses did •epent and reform, Josiah comes and makes a thorough Reformation, but yet ruin and desolation comes for the old ▪ Idolatries and Superstitions of Manasses, and for the Innocent blood he shed, which the Text Says, the Lord would not pardon, 2 King. 24. 4 and 2 King. 23, 25, 26.
p-acp np1 vdd vvi cc vvi, np1 vvz cc vvz dt j n1, cc-acp av vvi cc n1 vvz p-acp dt j ▪ n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns31 vvd, r-crq dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vmd xx vvi, crd n1. crd crd cc crd n1. crd, crd, crd
you may see this in those great I•olaters the •apists, as they are described in the Book of the Revelation, when under the execution of Gods righteous judgements, under the sixth Trumpet, The Lord looses the four Angels about the River Euphrates, that is, the Turks, who were at first four Nations, to plague the Anti Christian World for their Idolatry,
you may see this in those great I•olaters the •apists, as they Are described in the Book of the Revelation, when under the execution of God's righteous Judgments, under the sixth Trumpet, The Lord looses the four Angels about the River Euphrates, that is, the Turks, who were At First four nations, to plague the Anti Christian World for their Idolatry,
no, for all this, they repent not, but they are described to be like men in Hell, Rev. 16. 10, 11. the fifth Angel pours out his Vial upon the throne of the Beast, which is generally understood concerning the City of Rome it self, and his Kingdom was full of darkness,
no, for all this, they Repent not, but they Are described to be like men in Hell, Rev. 16. 10, 11. the fifth Angel pours out his Vial upon the throne of the Beast, which is generally understood Concerning the city of Room it self, and his Kingdom was full of darkness,
So likewise under the Seventh Vial, which is poured forth into the Aire, which is cenceived by Interpreters to be meant of the whole expansum of the Anti-Christian Interest,
So likewise under the Seventh Vial, which is poured forth into the Air, which is cenceived by Interpreters to be meant of the Whole expansum of the Antichristian Interest,
av av p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt j-jn fw-la pp-f dt j n1,
and party that are acted by the Prince of Power in the Air, whoever, and wheresoever they be, over all the world every where, omnium ubicunq, terrarum Christi Domini nostri•h st••m:
and party that Are acted by the Prince of Power in the Air, whoever, and wheresoever they be, over all the world every where, omnium ubicunq, terrarum Christ Domini nostri•h st••m:
cc n1 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq, cc c-crq pns32 vbb, p-acp d dt n1 d c-crq, fw-la fw-fr, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la:
what Eff•ct will that have? see ver. 2•. where •hey are found again blaspheming God, because of their plagues, but not repenting ▪ Oh, what a dreadful sin is this!
what Eff•ct will that have? see for. 2•. where •hey Are found again blaspheming God, Because of their plagues, but not repenting ▪ O, what a dreadful since is this!
1. Beca•s• it is usual with God when men love their sins, and hate to be reformed, be give• them up judicially to their Sins, that their Sins m•y be their P•agues.
1. Beca•s• it is usual with God when men love their Sins, and hate to be reformed, be give• them up judicially to their Sins, that their Sins m•y be their P•agues.
when they had made the molten Calf, then God turned, and gave them up to worship the Hoast of Heaven, Acts 7. 42. He gave them up for that sin, to more sin:
when they had made the melted Calf, then God turned, and gave them up to worship the Host of Heaven, Acts 7. 42. He gave them up for that since, to more since:
Ephraim is joyned to Idols let him alone, Hos. 4. 17. Because Ephraim hath made many Altars to sin, Altars shall be unto him to sin, Hos. 8. 11. They will have their sins to live in them,
Ephraim is joined to Idols let him alone, Hos. 4. 17. Because Ephraim hath made many Altars to since, Altars shall be unto him to since, Hos. 8. 11. They will have their Sins to live in them,
2. And as this sin is the punishment of it self, so it is often punished with other sins also, sometimes he g••es them up to bodily uncleanness for their spiritual Whered•ms, Hos. 4. 13. they Sacrifice upon the tops of the mountains,
2. And as this since is the punishment of it self, so it is often punished with other Sins also, sometime he g••es them up to bodily uncleanness for their spiritual Whered•ms, Hos. 4. 13. they Sacrifice upon the tops of the Mountains,
crd cc p-acp d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31 n1, av pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp j-jn n2 av, av pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp j n1 p-acp po32 j n2, np1 crd crd pns32 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2,
and since we left the holy Catholick Church of Rome. And I have heard of some Lutheran Ministers after the late Wars and desolations of Germany, who have concluded and thought that the Reason of Gods wrath against them was the pulling down of Images.
and since we left the holy Catholic Church of Room. And I have herd of Some Lutheran Ministers After the late Wars and desolations of Germany, who have concluded and Thought that the Reason of God's wrath against them was the pulling down of Images.
cc c-acp pns12 vvd dt j njp n1 pp-f vvi. cc pns11 vhb vvn pp-f d np1 n2 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vhb vvn cc vvd cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32 vbds dt vvg a-acp pp-f n2.
whereas it was indeed the old Sins of the Bishops and that party, their adulterating and corrupting the worship of God with Popish Innovations, Their violence and Persecutions of Gods faithful Witne•sse and Servants;
whereas it was indeed the old Sins of the Bishops and that party, their adulterating and corrupting the worship of God with Popish Innovations, Their violence and Persecutions of God's faithful Witne•sse and Servants;
cs pn31 vbds av dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 cc d n1, po32 vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2, po32 n1 cc n2 pp-f n2 j n1 cc n2;
I have Insisted the longer upon the Reasons of the point, that you may see the hainous nature of this Sin, that it is no light thing to break the second Commandment.
I have Insisted the longer upon the Reasons of the point, that you may see the heinous nature of this since, that it is no Light thing to break the second Commandment.
Use I. This Doctrine Condemns and cashieres at once all the Ceremonies, and whatever other Inventions of men have been introduced into the worship of God by the Spirit of Anti ▪ Christ,
Use I This Doctrine Condemns and cashiers At once all the Ceremonies, and whatever other Inventions of men have been introduced into the worship of God by the Spirit of Anti ▪ christ,
vvb uh d n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp a-acp d dt n2, cc r-crq j-jn n2 pp-f n2 vhb vbn vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f fw-la ▪ np1,
So likewise kneeling at the Sacrament, bowing to the Altar, and to the name Jesus, Popish holy dayes, holiness of places, Organs and Cathedral Musick, The Books of Common prayer, Prelacy or Church Government by Bishops.
So likewise kneeling At the Sacrament, bowing to the Altar, and to the name jesus, Popish holy days, holiness of places, Organs and Cathedral Music, The Books of Common prayer, Prelacy or Church Government by Bishops.
av av vvg p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 np1, j j n2, n1 pp-f n2, n2 cc n1 n1, dt n2 pp-f j n1, np1 cc n1 n1 p-acp n2.
They are nothing else but reliques of Popery and remnants of Baal, and therefore when the Kingdome of Christ is come, they shall perish from off the Earth, and from under these Heavens.
They Are nothing Else but Relics of Popery and remnants of Baal, and Therefore when the Kingdom of christ is come, they shall perish from off the Earth, and from under these Heavens.
pns32 vbr pix av cc-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 pp-f np1, cc av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp a-acp dt n1, cc p-acp p-acp d n2.
Vse II. Direction to Rulers and Magistrates, and to you all in your prayers for them, Let Magistrates imitate this Example of Hezekia•. It should awaken them to their Du•y.
Use II Direction to Rulers and Magistrates, and to you all in your Prayers for them, Let Magistrates imitate this Exampl of Hezekia•. It should awaken them to their Du•y.
vvb crd n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc p-acp pn22 d p-acp po22 n2 p-acp pno32, vvb n2 vvi d n1 pp-f np1. pn31 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1.
and know, that it is your duty to promote the purity of Gods worship, and to protect his people and Messengers, It is a thing impossible to keep in with both sides, both with Persecutors and Sufferers,
and know, that it is your duty to promote the purity of God's worship, and to Pact his people and Messengers, It is a thing impossible to keep in with both sides, both with Persecutors and Sufferers,
cc vvb, cst pn31 vbz po22 n1 p-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d n2, av-d p-acp n2 cc n2,
and let Baal plead for himself. But because I see but few of them here, I shall direct my speech only to the people of God here presen•, you may see from hence, what Prayers to make,
and let Baal plead for himself. But Because I see but few of them Here, I shall Direct my speech only to the people of God Here presen•, you may see from hence, what Prayers to make,
and to the work of Reformation. Use III. I Conclude with that word of Exhortation wherewith the Apostle John concludes his first Epistle, Little Children keep your selves from Idols, Amen ▪ 1 Joh. 5. ult. And it is Pauls Exhortation also, 1 Cor. 10 14. wherefore my dearly Beloved, flee from Idolatry.
and to the work of Reformation. Use III. I Conclude with that word of Exhortation wherewith the Apostle John concludes his First Epistle, Little Children keep your selves from Idols, Amen ▪ 1 John 5. ult. And it is Paul's Exhortation also, 1 Cor. 10 14. Wherefore my dearly beloved, flee from Idolatry.
And what is the great design and work of Christ at this day? but to bring forth his worship into purity, that the new Ierusalem may come down from Heaven;
And what is the great Design and work of christ At this day? but to bring forth his worship into purity, that the new Ierusalem may come down from Heaven;
cc q-crq vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1? cc-acp pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp n1, cst dt j np1 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1;
The whore of Babylon gives the wine of the filthiness of her Fornication in a golden cup, Rev. 17 4. The Devil in his actings against the Church in the Times of the new Testament, He did appear at first almost like himself in the shape of a great red Dragon, in the Roman Pagan Em•e〈 … 〉s.
The whore of Babylon gives the wine of the filthiness of her Fornication in a golden cup, Rev. 17 4. The devil in his actings against the Church in the Times of the new Testament, He did appear At First almost like himself in the shape of a great read Dragon, in the Roman Pagan Em•e〈 … 〉s.
For he hath made it his buisiness, ever since the time of Constantine to revive the old Heathenish Idola•ry under other names, that whereas before they worshipped the Devil under the names of Jupiter and Apollo, now they commit the same Idolatry,
For he hath made it his business, ever since the time of Constantine to revive the old Heathenish Idola•ry under other names, that whereas before they worshipped the devil under the names of Jupiter and Apollo, now they commit the same Idolatry,
So the Prelati•k Superstitions at this day are painted over with those glozing pretences of Antiquity, Fathers, Councils, Order, Decency, Edification, the peace of the Church, and such like.
So the Prelati•k Superstitions At this day Are painted over with those glozing pretences of Antiquity, Father's, Councils, Order, Decency, Edification, the peace of the Church, and such like.
av dt vvb n2 p-acp d n1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp d j-vvg n2 pp-f n1, n2, n2, n1, n1, n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d av-j.
and as an Aba•don, as a destroyer and Son of perdition, with all his F•ogs and •ocusts abou• him ▪ with all that Anti-Christian Popish Clergy, acting under him and 〈 ◊ 〉 him, Rev. Chap ▪ 8. Chap. 9. It is observed in the Histories of the Idolatrous Kings of Israel, that those in succeeding Times were worse th•n their wicked Predecessours:
and as an Aba•don, as a destroyer and Son of perdition, with all his F•ogs and •ocusts abou• him ▪ with all that Antichristian Popish Clergy, acting under him and 〈 ◊ 〉 him, Rev. Chap ▪ 8. Chap. 9. It is observed in the Histories of the Idolatrous Kings of Israel, that those in succeeding Times were Worse th•n their wicked Predecessors:
cc p-acp dt vvb, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d po31 n2 cc n2 n1 pno31 ▪ p-acp d cst j j n1, vvg p-acp pno31 cc 〈 sy 〉 pno31, n1 n1 ▪ crd np1 crd pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, cst d p-acp j-vvg n2 vbdr av-jc vvn po32 j n2:
Ier•boam he that made Israel to sin, He did but set up the two Calves at Dan and B•th•l, but Omri went beyond him, for it is said, He did worse then all that went before him, 1 King. 16. 25 ▪ we read of the Statutes of Omri, Mica. 6. 16. so that Omri did enact,
Ier•boam he that made Israel to since, He did but Set up the two Calves At Dan and B•th•l, but Omri went beyond him, for it is said, He did Worse then all that went before him, 1 King. 16. 25 ▪ we read of the Statutes of Omri, Mica. 6. 16. so that Omri did enact,
But his Son Ahab was worse then He, for as if it had been a light thing for Him to walk in the Sins of Jeroboam, he did set up all the worship of Baal, 1 King. 16 30, 31, 32, 33. Hence the faithful Servants of the Lord have been exceeding wary and watchful against the least appearances and beginnings of Idolatry. One of the Ancients ( Basil as I remember) when the Heathen Idolaters had put Incense into his Hand,
But his Son Ahab was Worse then He, for as if it had been a Light thing for Him to walk in the Sins of Jeroboam, he did Set up all the worship of Baal, 1 King. 16 30, 31, 32, 33. Hence the faithful Servants of the Lord have been exceeding wary and watchful against the least appearances and beginnings of Idolatry. One of the Ancients (Basil as I Remember) when the Heathen Idolaters had put Incense into his Hand,
then to Commit that seeming little sin; which brings me to a fourth Consideration. 4. Remember this for ever, that it is better to suffer then to sin.
then to Commit that seeming little since; which brings me to a fourth Consideration. 4. remember this for ever, that it is better to suffer then to since.
cs pc-acp vvi d j-vvg j n1; r-crq vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord n1. crd vvb d p-acp av, cst pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1.
And therefore if Superstition be a Sin, be wise for your selves, and choose the greatest affliction, rather then the least Sin. Thou that sayest in thy heart, life is sweet,
And Therefore if Superstition be a since, be wise for your selves, and choose the greatest affliction, rather then the least Sin. Thou that Sayest in thy heart, life is sweet,
5. Suppose the worst that can be supposed, Suppose that sad time of staying the witnesses be not yet accomplished, as indeed it is a great Controversy, one of the greatest in this Book, whe•her it be, or no;
5. Suppose the worst that can be supposed, Suppose that sad time of staying the Witnesses be not yet accomplished, as indeed it is a great Controversy, one of the greatest in this Book, whe•her it be, or no;
crd vvb dt js cst vmb vbi vvn, vvb d j n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 vbb xx av vvn, c-acp av pn31 vbz dt j n1, crd pp-f dt js p-acp d n1, av pn31 vbi, cc av-dx;
as it may be hopefully conceived that it shall not be so great a slaughter as the first ▪ and that the rage of the Anti-Christian party shall not be able to prevail and proceed so farre as then it did,
as it may be hopefully conceived that it shall not be so great a slaughter as the First ▪ and that the rage of the Antichristian party shall not be able to prevail and proceed so Far as then it did,
c-acp pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn cst pn31 vmb xx vbi av j dt n1 p-acp dt ord ▪ cc cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi cc vvi av av-j c-acp cs pn31 vdd,
So it is certain, that the time will not be long, for it shall be but three dayes and an half, Rev. 11. 11. Let the Prelates and Prelatick Persecutours, take notice of it, suppose you should prevail for a time,
So it is certain, that the time will not be long, for it shall be but three days and an half, Rev. 11. 11. Let the Prelates and Prelatic Persecutors, take notice of it, suppose you should prevail for a time,
1. Be much in prayer, ye that are the Lords Remembrancers, keep not silence, give him no rest, till he arise and make Jerusalem a praise in the Earth. Pray against these things,
1. Be much in prayer, you that Are the lords Remembrancers, keep not silence, give him no rest, till he arise and make Jerusalem a praise in the Earth. Pray against these things,
and that God would put his bridl• in the jaws of Persecutours, and his Hook in their nostrils, that the Lord would look upon all the Hoast of them thorough the Cloud,
and that God would put his bridl• in the Jaws of Persecutors, and his Hook in their nostrils, that the Lord would look upon all the Host of them through the Cloud,
and if such things begin to reappear, pray them down again into the bottomless pit from whence they came, and be earnest with God for those in Authority, that he would give them reforming Spirits,
and if such things begin to reappear, pray them down again into the bottomless pit from whence they Come, and be earnest with God for those in authority, that he would give them reforming Spirits,
cc cs d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, vvb pno32 a-acp av p-acp dt j n1 p-acp c-crq pns32 vvd, cc vbi j p-acp np1 p-acp d p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 vvg n2,
and for your Ministers, that Christ would hold the Stars in his right hand, and give them both wisdom and Courage, that the Truth may have no disadvantage by us in any thing,
and for your Ministers, that christ would hold the Stars in his right hand, and give them both Wisdom and Courage, that the Truth may have no disadvantage by us in any thing,
cc p-acp po22 n2, cst np1 vmd vvi dt n2 p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cc vvb pno32 d n1 cc n1, cst dt n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1,
It concerns you at such Time as this, to be much in prayer, and when the Lord shall build up Sion, he will regard the Prayers of the destitute, Psal. 102. 16, 17. 2. Be much also in mourning and humiliation, that Gods bottle may be filled with tears.
It concerns you At such Time as this, to be much in prayer, and when the Lord shall built up Sion, he will regard the Prayers of the destitute, Psalm 102. 16, 17. 2. Be much also in mourning and humiliation, that God's Bottle may be filled with tears.
as if Hell were b••k ▪ loose, the abominations in the midst of Jerusalem, which they that mourn for, shall be Sealed with the mark of God upon their Fore heads, that they may be preserved at least with spiritual Preservations in Times of common Calamity,
as if Hell were b••k ▪ lose, the abominations in the midst of Jerusalem, which they that mourn for, shall be Sealed with the mark of God upon their Before Heads, that they may be preserved At least with spiritual Preservations in Times of Common Calamity,
or if kept from those gross abominations, yet have you not been careless and bold with lesser evils? Have you been solicitou• to know the mind of Christ in these points? tell me where thou feedest? have you made inqu••ies for the way to Sion? they shall ask the way to Sion, going and weeping as they go, Jer. 50 5. Is there no guilt upon thee,
or if kept from those gross abominations, yet have you not been careless and bold with lesser evils? Have you been solicitou• to know the mind of christ in these points? tell me where thou Feedest? have you made inqu••ies for the Way to Sion? they shall ask the Way to Sion, going and weeping as they go, Jer. 50 5. Is there no guilt upon thee,
cc cs vvn p-acp d j n2, av vhb pn22 xx vbn j cc j p-acp jc n2-jn? vhb pn22 vbn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2? vvb pno11 c-crq pns21 vv2? vhb pn22 vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1? pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, vvg cc vvg c-acp pns32 vvb, np1 crd crd vbz pc-acp dx n1 p-acp pno21,
but now the Lord threateneth to remove the Candlestick, to deprive you of former mercies, and so to enter into judgement with you for your unfruitfulness under them. Oh! Consider of it.
but now the Lord threateneth to remove the Candlestick, to deprive you of former Mercies, and so to enter into judgement with you for your unfruitfulness under them. Oh! Consider of it.
That it is a thing very right, and pleasing in the sight of God, when the sin of Idola•ry and all the monuments of it, all the remembrances and remainders of it, are quite destroyed and rooted out from amongst his people.
That it is a thing very right, and pleasing in the sighed of God, when the since of Idola•ry and all the monuments of it, all the remembrances and remainders of it, Are quite destroyed and rooted out from among his people.
cst pn31 vbz dt n1 av av-jn, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc d dt n2 pp-f pn31, d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31, vbr av vvn cc vvn av p-acp p-acp po31 n1.
This Doctrine Condemns and Cashiers at once all the Ceremonics, and other Corruptions, and Inventions of men which were introduced and brought into the worship of God by the Pope, in the time of Anti-Christian bordage and darkness,
This Doctrine Condemns and Cashiers At once all the Ceremonies, and other Corruptions, and Inventions of men which were introduced and brought into the worship of God by the Pope, in the time of Antichristian bordage and darkness,
d n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp a-acp d dt n2, cc j-jn n2, cc n2 pp-f n2 r-crq vbdr vvd cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1,
They are commonly known, and recommended by this name, the Ceremonies of the Church of England, the Doctrine whereof in the nine and thirty Articles, is ge•erally •w••d by good men as sou•d and good,
They Are commonly known, and recommended by this name, the Ceremonies of the Church of England, the Doctrine whereof in the nine and thirty Articles, is ge•erally •w••d by good men as sou•d and good,
pns32 vbr av-j vvn, cc vvd p-acp d n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 c-crq p-acp dt crd cc crd n2, vbz av-j vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 cc j,
but the worship hath too •uch •f th• old leaven of popish Corrup•ions unpurged out. I shall fi•st g•v• you some general g•ounds and Arguments against them.
but the worship hath too •uch •f th• old leaven of popish Corrup•ions unpurged out. I shall fi•st g•v• you Some general g•ounds and Arguments against them.
cc-acp dt n1 vhz av av-d j n1 j n1 pp-f j n2 j av. pns11 vmb vvi n1 pn22 d j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32.
and appointed on purpose to stir up the dull mind of man to the remembrance of his duty towards God, by some special and notable signification, whereby He may be edified, they are the words of the preface to the Common Prayer Book. So that as the Sacraments have two parts, an outward sign, and the inward grace signified thereby,
and appointed on purpose to stir up the dull mind of man to the remembrance of his duty towards God, by Some special and notable signification, whereby He may be edified, they Are the words of the preface to the Common Prayer Book. So that as the Sacraments have two parts, an outward Signen, and the inward grace signified thereby,
and so all the rest have some pretended spiritual signification annexed to them, yea they are not only pretended to be significative, but affective also, to edify, to stir up a dull and dead heart, &c. which brings to mind that strange Answer in the Catechism of the Common prayer, to that Question? How many Sacraments there be, They Answer, two only, as generally necessary to Salvation, viz. Baptisme and the Lords Supper;
and so all the rest have Some pretended spiritual signification annexed to them, yea they Are not only pretended to be significative, but affective also, to edify, to stir up a dull and dead heart, etc. which brings to mind that strange Answer in the Catechism of the Common prayer, to that Question? How many Sacraments there be, They Answer, two only, as generally necessary to Salvation, viz. Baptism and the lords Supper;
cc av d dt n1 vhb d j-vvn j n1 vvn p-acp pno32, uh pns32 vbr xx av-j vvn pc-acp vbi j, p-acp j av, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j cc j n1, av r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cst j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp d n1? q-crq d n2 pc-acp vbi, pns32 vvb, crd av-j, c-acp av-j j p-acp n1, n1 n1 cc dt n2 n1;
Implying, that there be other Sacraments also, though not so necessary, which must either relate to the seven popish Sacraments, or else to these English Popish Ceremonies, but they are such Sacraments as Christ is not the Author of, •acraments of mans making, for the greatest Patrons and promoters of them, do not pretend a divine Institution for them,
Implying, that there be other Sacraments also, though not so necessary, which must either relate to the seven popish Sacraments, or Else to these English Popish Ceremonies, but they Are such Sacraments as christ is not the Author of, •acraments of men making, for the greatest Patrons and promoters of them, do not pretend a divine Institution for them,
vvg, cst pc-acp vbi j-jn n2 av, cs xx av j, r-crq vmb d vvi p-acp dt crd j n2, cc av p-acp d np1 j n2, p-acp pns32 vbr d n2 c-acp np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f, n2 pp-f ng1 vvg, p-acp dt js n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32, vdb xx vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32,
And the Traditions of the Elders, which is in the language of these Times, the Ceremonies and Canons of the Church, before the Commandments of God, Math. 23. 23 and Math. 15. did they not Nolize their own Traditions? And that the Ceremonies are Idols upon this account, is manifest;
And the Traditions of the Elders, which is in the language of these Times, the Ceremonies and Canonas of the Church, before the commandments of God, Math. 23. 23 and Math. 15. did they not Nolize their own Traditions? And that the Ceremonies Are Idols upon this account, is manifest;
cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2-jn, r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd cc np1 crd vdd pns32 xx vvi po32 d n2? cc cst dt n2 vbr n2 p-acp d n1, vbz j;
And at a Metrapolitical Visitation in Lancashire in the time of the Bishops, when Complaint was made to Cousins the Visitor against a godly Minister, that he had never worn a Surplice in all his life;
And At a Metrapolitical Visitation in Lancashire in the time of the Bishops, when Complaint was made to Cousin's the Visitor against a godly Minister, that he had never worn a Surplice in all his life;
the Visitor swore, it had been better for Him to have got seven Bastards, and •o proceeded accordingly to silence him, which yet was an orderly and Canonical way of proceeding:
the Visitor swore, it had been better for Him to have god seven Bastards, and •o proceeded accordingly to silence him, which yet was an orderly and Canonical Way of proceeding:
dt n1 vvd, pn31 vhd vbn jc p-acp pno31 pc-acp vhi vvn crd n2, cc av vvd av-vvg pc-acp vvi pno31, r-crq av vbds dt j cc j n1 pp-f vvg:
and very just and moderate, for it is enacted in the Canons of 1603. that whosoever shall but declare his difference in judgement from the Prelates in these things, shall be excommunicated ipsa facto;
and very just and moderate, for it is enacted in the Canonas of 1603. that whosoever shall but declare his difference in judgement from the Prelates in these things, shall be excommunicated ipsa facto;
cc av j cc j, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f crd cst r-crq vmb cc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n2, vmb vbi vvn fw-la fw-la;
and it is known to all the world, that these wretched Ceremonies have been the principal Engines and Instruments of Persecution in the Hand of Satan to stop the mouths of Gods faithful Messengers,
and it is known to all the world, that these wretched Ceremonies have been the principal Engines and Instruments of Persecution in the Hand of Satan to stop the mouths of God's faithful Messengers,
cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1, cst d j n2 vhb vbn dt j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 j n2,
as our Formalists use to plead for these old popish Ceremonies? no, for God will •ut off the R•mnants of Baal from this place, the very reliques of Popery, Zeph. 1. 4. Although some of these things have formerly been of use in the worship of God by his own Appointment,
as our Formalists use to plead for these old popish Ceremonies? no, for God will •ut off the R•mnants of Baal from this place, the very Relics of Popery, Zephaniah 1. 4. Although Some of these things have formerly been of use in the worship of God by his own Appointment,
neither neither shall ye walk in their Ordinances ▪ Lev. 18. 3. Take heed to thy self, that thou be not snared by following them, s•ying, •ow did these Nations serve their Gods? even so will I do like•ise Thou shalt not do so unto the Lord thy God;
neither neither shall you walk in their Ordinances ▪ Lev. 18. 3. Take heed to thy self, that thou be not snared by following them, s•ying, •ow did these nations serve their God's? even so will I do like•ise Thou shalt not do so unto the Lord thy God;
dx d vmb pn22 vvi p-acp po32 n2 ▪ np1 crd crd vvb n1 p-acp po21 n1, cst pns21 vbb xx vvn p-acp vvg pno32, vvg, av vdd d n2 vvi po32 n2? av av vmb pns11 vdb vvi pns21 vm2 xx vdi av p-acp dt n1 po21 n1;
where observe that he speaks of the manner of worship, presupposing the true Object, for every abomination to the Lord which he hateth h•ve they done unto their Gods, Deut. 12. 30, 31. Ab•jah therefore justly reproves the ten Tribes for it, you have made you Priests after the manner of the Nations of other Lands, 2 Chron. 13. 9. And therefore the Lord was very angry with Israel and removed them out of his sight,
where observe that he speaks of the manner of worship, presupposing the true Object, for every abomination to the Lord which he hates h•ve they done unto their God's, Deuteronomy 12. 30, 31. Ab•jah Therefore justly reproves the ten Tribes for it, you have made you Priests After the manner of the nations of other Lands, 2 Chronicles 13. 9. And Therefore the Lord was very angry with Israel and removed them out of his sighed,
because they went after the Heathen that were round about them, concerning whom the Lord had charged them, that they should not do like them, 2 King. 17. 15. And shall we then do like the Papists? there is the same Reason as to this matter of Popish Idolatries, as there is of Heathenish. The Lord will have his people to have no Communication with Rome at all, whatsoever our Popish Prelates may pretend for Union, and Reconciliation with her.
Because they went After the Heathen that were round about them, Concerning whom the Lord had charged them, that they should not do like them, 2 King. 17. 15. And shall we then do like the Papists? there is the same Reason as to this matter of Popish Idolatries, as there is of Heathenish. The Lord will have his people to have no Communication with Room At all, whatsoever our Popish Prelates may pretend for union, and Reconciliation with her.
Neither is it fit to ex•use and extenu•te the Idolatry of the Papists, as the Bishops usually do in their pleadings for the Ceremonies. For though it may seem in some respects not so bad as the Heathenish,
Neither is it fit to ex•use and extenu•te the Idolatry of the Papists, as the Bishops usually do in their pleadings for the Ceremonies. For though it may seem in Some respects not so bad as the Heathenish,
av-d vbz pn31 j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, p-acp dt n2 av-j vdb p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n2. c-acp cs pn31 vmb vvi p-acp d vvz xx av j c-acp dt j,
as Parker, and Ames have shewed at la•ge, and amongst our Divines in this point ▪ saith Ames we may reckon Dr Iackson himself, who hath a Chapter of the Identity,
as Parker, and Ames have showed At la•ge, and among our Divines in this point ▪ Says Ames we may reckon Dr Jackson himself, who hath a Chapter of the Identity,
And evident it is that the Scripture speaks of the Popish Idolatry as the very Qu••tess•nce of all Paganism Hence Rome is stil•d Sodom, Egypt, Bab•lon, as being indeed the very Sea that receiveth into her Channel all the filthiness of all the Paga•• that were before.
And evident it is that the Scripture speaks of the Popish Idolatry as the very Qu••tess•nce of all Paganism Hence Room is stil•d Sodom, Egypt, Bab•lon, as being indeed the very Sea that receives into her Channel all the filthiness of all the Paga•• that were before.
cc j pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j av pp-f d n1 av vvb vbz vvn np1, np1, np1, p-acp vbg av dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1 d dt n1 pp-f d dt np1 cst vbdr a-acp.
Hence the Scrip•ure calleth the Papists Gentiles, Rev. 11. 4. the outward ▪ C•urt, the visible Chu••h is given to the Gentiles, that is to those Heathenish Id•laters the P•pists, who did t•ead d•wn the holy City forty and two Moneths.
Hence the Scrip•ure calls the Papists Gentiles, Rev. 11. 4. the outward ▪ C•urt, the visible Chu••h is given to the Gentiles, that is to those Heathenish Id•laters the P•pists, who did t•ead d•wn the holy city forty and two Months.
The Turk himself being not excepted, who is loosed from the East, to punish them, ( Rev. 9. 13, 14, 15.) and is not half so much aimed at in the Book of Gods Counsels, which the Lamb hath unsealed to Iohn, as they are aimed at.
The Turk himself being not excepted, who is loosed from the East, to Punish them, (Rev. 9. 13, 14, 15.) and is not half so much aimed At in the Book of God's Counsels, which the Lamb hath unsealed to John, as they Are aimed At.
Thus the learned Parker, plus metuendus & cavendus es• inimi•us (saith Cyprian cum latenter •brepit, ea est Di•boli a••utia ut sub ipso Christiani nominis Titulo fal•at in•autos.
Thus the learned Parker, plus metuendus & cavendus es• inimi•us (Says Cyprian cum Latently •brepit, ea est Di•boli a••utia ut sub ipso Christians Nominis Titulo fal•at in•autos.
Therefore what though the Papists call themselves Christians, and what though they have some good things amongst them? So have the Turks too, It is not deny ed. that the Papists have some Truths and Ordinances amongst them,
Therefore what though the Papists call themselves Christians, and what though they have Some good things among them? So have the Turks too, It is not deny ed. that the Papists have Some Truths and Ordinances among them,
av q-crq cs dt njp2 vvb px32 np1, cc q-crq cs pns32 vhb d j n2 p-acp pno32? av vhb dt np1 av, pn31 vbz xx vvi n1 cst dt njp2 vhb d n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32,
THe Surplice with all the rest of that Popish W•rdrope of Sup•rstitious garments, Hoods, Tippets, R•chets, &c For there is the same Reason of them all, they are all Popish Idols, and ancient wayes of Superstition.
THe Surplice with all the rest of that Popish W•rdrope of Sup•rstitious garments, Hoods, Tippets, R•chets, etc. For there is the same Reason of them all, they Are all Popish Idols, and ancient ways of Superstition.
dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 pp-f j n2, n2, np1, n2, av c-acp pc-acp vbz dt d n1 pp-f pno32 d, pns32 vbr d j n2, cc j n2 pp-f n1.
For if you look into the stroy of Jehu, you will find that the Priests of Baal had their Superstitious ga•ments in those times, 2 Kin. 10. 22. and he said unto Him that was over the vestry, bring forth the vestments, for the worshippers of Baal.
For if you look into the stroy of Jehu, you will find that the Priests of Baal had their Superstitious ga•ments in those times, 2 Kin. 10. 22. and he said unto Him that was over the vestry, bring forth the vestments, for the worshippers of Baal.
and therefore it is said of Gideons Ephod, which as it seemeth, was made in imitation of the high Priests garments, that Israel went a whoring after it,
and Therefore it is said of Gideons Ephod, which as it seems, was made in imitation of the high Priests garments, that Israel went a whoring After it,
and it b•came a snare to Gideon and to his House, Judg. 8. 27 An Ephod is nothing else but a garment m•de partly of Linnen, not unlike a Surplice, but more rich and costly.
and it b•came a snare to gideon and to his House, Judges 8. 27 an Ephod is nothing Else but a garment m•de partly of Linen, not unlike a Surplice, but more rich and costly.
cc pn31 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1 cc p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt n1 vvd av pp-f n1, xx av-j dt n1, cc-acp av-dc j cc j.
Those g•rments of Aaron, are said to be for glory, and for beauty, Exod. 28. 2. Because they typified and shadowed out the beauty of Christ, our true high P•iest, in all those glorious graces of the Spirit of holiness in him.
Those g•rments of Aaron, Are said to be for glory, and for beauty, Exod 28. 2. Because they typified and shadowed out the beauty of christ, our true high P•iest, in all those glorious graces of the Spirit of holiness in him.
d n2 pp-f np1, vbr vvn pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, np1 crd crd c-acp pns32 vvn cc vvn av dt n1 pp-f np1, po12 j j n1, p-acp d d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31.
and the garments of other persons, or of themselves at other times, but they shovld g• in their habit according to the grave and Comely manner of those among whom they live.
and the garments of other Persons, or of themselves At other times, but they should g• in their habit according to the grave and Comely manner of those among whom they live.
cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, cc pp-f px32 p-acp j-jn n2, cc-acp pns32 vmd n1 p-acp po32 n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb.
All the hint the Scripture gives concerning Ministers apparrel, is only in that word NONLATINALPHABET • Tim. 3. 2. which implies, that they should be comely,
All the hint the Scripture gives Concerning Ministers apparel, is only in that word • Tim. 3. 2. which Implies, that they should be comely,
And therefore when this S•perstitio• beg•n to spring amongst the french Bishops, C•lest•nus writeth thus to them, discer•endi a plebe •elc•teris sumus doctr•na non v••te, Co•ver•at••ne non ha••tu, mentis puritate non cultu, we are to be dist••guished from the common sort by Doctrine,
And Therefore when this S•perstitio• beg•n to spring among the french Bishops, C•lest•nus Writeth thus to them, discer•endi a plebe •elc•teris sumus doctr•na non v••te, Co•ver•at••ne non ha••tu, mentis puritate non cultu, we Are to be dist••guished from the Common sort by Doctrine,
cc av c-crq d np1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt jp n2, np1 vvz av p-acp pno32, fw-la dt n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-fr, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-ge, pns12 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1,
or that Paul or any of the twelve Apostles did preach in a Surplice? This Argument was alleadged to one in this City, to which the man confessed, He thought they did not,
or that Paul or any of the twelve Apostles did preach in a Surplice? This Argument was alleged to one in this city, to which the man confessed, He Thought they did not,
cc cst np1 cc d pp-f dt crd n2 vdd vvi p-acp dt n1? d n1 vbds vvd p-acp crd p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvd, pns31 vvd pns32 vdd xx,
but He said, the Reason was, because the Church had not then appointed them, to which the other replyed, I will have as good an Answer as this from a Papist, to believe as the Church believs, the Church is bound to keep to the Word,
but He said, the Reason was, Because the Church had not then appointed them, to which the other replied, I will have as good an Answer as this from a Papist, to believe as the Church believs, the Church is bound to keep to the Word,
John the Baptist had a several apparrel, Math. 3. 4. As Elijah also had before Him, 2 King. 11. 8. but he had a special diet also, locusts and wild •ony,
John the Baptist had a several apparel, Math. 3. 4. As Elijah also had before Him, 2 King. 11. 8. but he had a special diet also, Locusts and wild •ony,
and the extraordinariness of his Ministry set forth by th•se things, that the people might be the rather moved to enquire of his Office whom they saw vary so much from the Common Custome of other men;
and the extraordinariness of his Ministry Set forth by th•se things, that the people might be the rather moved to inquire of his Office whom they saw vary so much from the Common Custom of other men;
unless the Bishops will exchange their Surplices for raiment of Camels hair, and their Canonical girdles for a leathern girdle, &c. And it is of like weight to alleadge the Angels appearing in white, of which the Surplice, is but a ridiculous and as Dr. Ames fitly calls it an apish Imitation, for by the same Reason Ministers should wear ••athe••,
unless the Bishops will exchange their Surplices for raiment of Camels hair, and their Canonical girdles for a leathern girdle, etc. And it is of like weight to allege the Angels appearing in white, of which the Surplice, is but a ridiculous and as Dr. Ames fitly calls it an apish Imitation, for by the same Reason Ministers should wear ••athe••,
therefore it is a s•• to do it in the worship of God, and much more to wear a Surpl•ce, which is fitly called a fools Coat ind•ed, being as bad, yea, worse.
Therefore it is a s•• to do it in the worship of God, and much more to wear a Surpl•ce, which is fitly called a Fools Coat ind•ed, being as bad, yea, Worse.
For a fools Coat is only a breach of the rule of decency, but a Surplice is both ridiculous and Superstitious too, It is both a breach of the rule of decency and of the seco•d Commandment,
For a Fools Coat is only a breach of the Rule of decency, but a Surplice is both ridiculous and Superstitious too, It is both a breach of the Rule of decency and of the seco•d Commandment,
p-acp dt ng1 n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1 vbz d j cc j av, pn31 vbz d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc pp-f dt j n1,
For they did conforme to it with grief, and as their burden, and because their judgements were distressed by the persecutions of those times, between these two, either to conforme, or not to pr•ach.
For they did conform to it with grief, and as their burden, and Because their Judgments were distressed by the persecutions of those times, between these two, either to conform, or not to pr•ach.
p-acp pns32 vdd vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp po32 n1, cc c-acp po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, p-acp d crd, av-d pc-acp vvi, cc xx pc-acp vvi.
And in the Book of Martyrs you will meet with many remarkcable T•stimonies of those saithful witnesses of Christ, who loved not their lives unto the death, you will there find a great cl•ud of Witnesses against these smaller things as some account them, Mr. Rogors the Proto-martyr of all that blessed Company that suffered in Queen Maryes time;
And in the Book of Martyrs you will meet with many remarkcable T•stimonies of those saithful Witnesses of christ, who loved not their lives unto the death, you will there find a great cl•ud of Witnesses against these smaller things as Some account them, Mr. Rogors the Protomartyr of all that blessed Company that suffered in Queen Maryes time;
cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d j n2 pp-f d j n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd xx po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, pn22 vmb a-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d jc n2 p-acp d n1 pno32, n1 np1 dt n1 pp-f d d j-vvn n1 cst vvd p-acp n1 np1 n1;
unless the• •ss•ng Pri•sts were made to wear upon their s••e•s a Chalice with an H•st u••n •t, that there might be a manifest difference between the popish Pr••s•• and t•e Mini••ers of the Gospel.
unless the• •ss•ng Pri•sts were made to wear upon their s••e•s a Chalice with an H•st u••n •t, that there might be a manifest difference between the popish Pr••s•• and t•e Mini••ers of the Gospel.
Ho per in King •dwards dayes, did •arnestly testifie against them, upon which occasion Mr. F•x co•plains that notwithstanding the Reformati•n begun, they us•d to wear such garments and apparrel as the Popish B•shops were wont to do, which he calleth player-like A•parr•l. And Rialy who was at that ti•e a great st••kler for it, God gave him repentance for it,
Ho per in King •dwards days, did •arnestly testify against them, upon which occasion Mr. F•x co•plains that notwithstanding the Reformati•n begun, they us•d to wear such garments and apparel as the Popish B•shops were wont to do, which he calls Player-like A•parr•l. And Rialy who was At that ti•e a great st••kler for it, God gave him Repentance for it,
And in another place there is mention made of one Blumfield a cruel Persecutor, who d•d threat•n a good m•n, one Symon Harlestone to put him to the Officers,
And in Another place there is mention made of one Blumfield a cruel Persecutor, who d•d threat•n a good m•n, one Symon Harpstone to put him to the Officers,
because He did wear no Surplice, when he said Service; and hereupon Mr. Fox who wrote the Book of Martyrs, hath these words wherefore it is pity such baits of Popery are left to the enemies to take Christians in, God take th•m away, or else u• from them.
Because He did wear no Surplice, when he said Service; and hereupon Mr. Fox who wrote the Book of Martyrs, hath these words Wherefore it is pity such baits of Popery Are left to the enemies to take Christians in, God take th•m away, or Else u• from them.
c-acp pns31 vdd vvi dx n1, c-crq pns31 vvn n1; cc av n1 n1 r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f n2, vhz d n2 c-crq pn31 vbz n1 d n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp, np1 vvb n1 av, cc av n1 p-acp pno32.
For •hat hath the Temple of God to do with Idols, what Concord is there between Christ and Beiial, what have the vestments of a popish Altar to do with the Table of the Lord Christ? Moreover the Canons of 1571, forbid the gray Amice or any other garment defiled with the like Superstition, but this Reason reacheth the Surplice,
For •hat hath the Temple of God to do with Idols, what Concord is there between christ and Beiial, what have the vestments of a popish Altar to do with the Table of the Lord christ? Moreover the Canonas of 1571, forbid the grey Amice or any other garment defiled with the like Superstition, but this Reason reaches the Surplice,
p-acp av vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi p-acp n2, r-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp np1 cc np1, q-crq vhb dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1? av dt n2 pp-f crd, vvb dt j-jn n1 cc d j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d n1 vvz dt n1,
but in this they transgress themselves, and therefore with what Conscience, yea, with what fore-head can they smite their fellow Servants for a lesser matter?
but in this they transgress themselves, and Therefore with what Conscience, yea, with what forehead can they smite their fellow Servants for a lesser matter?
cc-acp p-acp d pns32 vvb px32, cc av p-acp r-crq n1, uh, p-acp r-crq n1 vmb pns32 vvi po32 n1 n2 p-acp dt jc n1?
It is a manifest adding to the Institution, and the Arguments that are usually brought against other Popish Corruptions, against oyl, cream, salt, spittie, &c. will hold as well against the Cr•ss. Nay more may be said against this ▪ the• against so•e of those.
It is a manifest adding to the Institution, and the Arguments that Are usually brought against other Popish Corruptions, against oil, cream, salt, spittie, etc. will hold as well against the Cr•ss. Nay more may be said against this ▪ the• against so•e of those.
pn31 vbz dt j vvg p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp j-jn j n2, p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, av vmb vvi c-acp av p-acp dt n1. uh n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d ▪ n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d.
If a Child should ••ve and kiss the knife that cut his Fathers throat, or worship the Gallows on which his Father was hanged, you would •ay, he were an ungracious Child,
If a Child should ••ve and kiss the knife that Cut his Father's throat, or worship the Gallows on which his Father was hanged, you would •ay, he were an ungracious Child,
and nails, and thorns? why may they not as well worship Iudas who betrayed him? and why may we not by the same Reason take a thorn when we bapt•ze a Child,
and nails, and thorns? why may they not as well worship Iudas who betrayed him? and why may we not by the same Reason take a thorn when we bapt•ze a Child,
cc n2, cc n2? q-crq vmb pns32 xx c-acp av n1 np1 r-crq vvd pno31? cc q-crq vmb pns12 xx p-acp dt d n1 vvi dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1,
and give it two, or three pricks in the forehead, to shew that it must suffer for Christ? for Christs head was crowned with thorns, we may do this with as much Reason,
and give it two, or three pricks in the forehead, to show that it must suffer for christ? for Christ head was crowned with thorns, we may do this with as much Reason,
cc vvb pn31 crd, cc crd n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp np1? p-acp npg1 n1 vbds vvn p-acp n2, pns12 vmb vdi d p-acp a-acp d n1,
It is true, the Scripture speaks honourably of the Cross of Christ, God forbid, (saith Paul) that I should glory in any thing save in the Cross of our Lord Iesus Christ, whereby the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the World:
It is true, the Scripture speaks honourably of the Cross of christ, God forbid, (Says Paul) that I should glory in any thing save in the Cross of our Lord Iesus christ, whereby the world is Crucified unto me, and I unto the World:
As when the same Apostle saith, th• preaching of the Cross, it the power of God to save Souls, 1 Cor. 1 18. it is not meant of a woodden Cross, nor yet an aery,
As when the same Apostle Says, th• preaching of the Cross, it the power of God to save Souls, 1 Cor. 1 18. it is not meant of a wooden Cross, nor yet an aery,
or watery Cross, but the preaching of Christ crucified, as he explains himself, ver. 23, 24. Is any man so blind as to think that the great Apostle made it the great work,
or watery Cross, but the preaching of christ Crucified, as he explains himself, ver. 23, 24. Is any man so blind as to think that the great Apostle made it the great work,
and buisiness of his preaching to ery up the Cross of wood, which was nothing else but the instrument of mans cruelty against our Lord Jesus Christ? And therefore as Mr. Parker shews it ought to be as odious to us as is the Gallow• to a child on which his Father was hanged.
and business of his preaching to ery up the Cross of wood, which was nothing Else but the Instrument of men cruelty against our Lord jesus christ? And Therefore as Mr. Parker shows it ought to be as odious to us as is the Gallow• to a child on which his Father was hanged.
And in that learned Book of his, a Book which the Bishops durst never undertake to Answer, he hath proved that this by some so much applauded Sign of the Cross, i• a sin against all the Ten Commandments,
And in that learned Book of his, a Book which the Bishops durst never undertake to Answer, he hath proved that this by Some so much applauded Signen of the Cross, i• a since against all the Ten commandments,
cc p-acp d j n1 pp-f png31, dt n1 r-crq dt n2 vvd av-x vvi p-acp n1, pns31 vhz vvn d d p-acp d av av-d vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 dt n1 p-acp d dt crd n2,
He shews that ▪ it is the greatest Devil amongst the Idols of Rome. For it is adored by the Papists as a distributer both of temporal blessings, and heavenly graces.
He shows that ▪ it is the greatest devil among the Idols of Room. For it is adored by the Papists as a distributer both of temporal blessings, and heavenly graces.
It is supposed by them to bless, to convert sinne•s, to wrok miracles, to save all that are marked with it, to sanctifie and consecrate the water of Baptism, to make it effectual to procure reverence unto Baptism, to put us in mind of our vow therein, to fortify and strengthen us against temptations, to drive away the Devil,
It is supposed by them to bless, to convert sinne•s, to wrok Miracles, to save all that Are marked with it, to sanctify and consecrate the water of Baptism, to make it effectual to procure Reverence unto Baptism, to put us in mind of our Voelli therein, to fortify and strengthen us against temptations, to drive away the devil,
But what higher and greater things then these can be said of any Ordinance of Christ? But instead of these glorious effects, it hath done a world of mischief,
But what higher and greater things then these can be said of any Ordinance of christ? But instead of these glorious effects, it hath done a world of mischief,
p-acp r-crq av-jc cc jc n2 cs d vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n1 pp-f np1? p-acp av pp-f d j n2, pn31 vhz vdn dt n1 pp-f n1,
It hath shed much precious blood, which the Earth will not Cover, And it is conceived by very learned men, that the Sign of the Cross is that special mark of the Beast, Rev. 13. 16. But all our Writers do consent, that the Ceremonics of the Romish Church, are a part of the mark of the Beast, of which Ceremonies, the Cross is chief.
It hath shed much precious blood, which the Earth will not Cover, And it is conceived by very learned men, that the Signen of the Cross is that special mark of the Beast, Rev. 13. 16. But all our Writers do consent, that the Ceremonies of the Romish Church, Are a part of the mark of the Beast, of which Ceremonies, the Cross is chief.
and to burn her with fire, and shall they wear the Whores mark? I say again, God forbid. The Idolatry of this Ceremony is so gross and palpable, th•• some, who have made a Shift to swallow down almost all the ••st, the very Orga•s and all,
and to burn her with fire, and shall they wear the Whores mark? I say again, God forbid. The Idolatry of this Ceremony is so gross and palpable, th•• Some, who have made a Shift to swallow down almost all the ••st, the very Orga•s and all,
cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, cc vmb pns32 vvi dt ng1 n1? pns11 vvb av, np1 vvi. dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz av j cc j, n1 d, r-crq vhb vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp av d dt n1, dt j j cc d,
Answ. Kneeling is not the only prayer gesture, for the publican stood and prayed, Luk. 18. 13. Though Moses and Samuel stood before me, Jer. 15. 1. The Prophet Elijah as it seemeth sate, 1 King. 18. 42. neither is prayer the principal exercise of the soul in the act of receiving,
Answer Kneeling is not the only prayer gesture, for the publican stood and prayed, Luk. 18. 13. Though Moses and Samuel stood before me, Jer. 15. 1. The Prophet Elijah as it seems sat, 1 King. 18. 42. neither is prayer the principal exercise of the soul in the act of receiving,
but rather meditation, the eye not only beholding, but the mind attending upon the Sacramental Elements and actions, making present use of them by meditation, upon the Analogy between the Signs,
but rather meditation, the eye not only beholding, but the mind attending upon the Sacramental Elements and actions, making present use of them by meditation, upon the Analogy between the Signs,
But no gesture can be too reverend, great and reverend, dreadful mysteries, (saith one) must be received with great and dreadful humility of Soul, and humiliation of body.
But no gesture can be too reverend, great and reverend, dreadful Mysteres, (Says one) must be received with great and dreadful humility of Soul, and humiliation of body.
p-acp dx n1 vmb vbi av j-jn, j cc j-jn, j n2, (vvz pi) vmb vbi vvn p-acp j cc j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1.
for the Apostle alleadgeth the Institution against all abuses, 1 Cor. 11. 23. and he propounds to us for imitation the Example and Custom of the primitive Churches,
for the Apostle allegeth the Institution against all Abuses, 1 Cor. 11. 23. and he propounds to us for imitation the Exampl and Custom of the primitive Churches,
p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n2, crd np1 crd crd cc pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n2,
for those Churches were intended by Christ as patterns to succeeding Ages, 1 Cor. 11. 16. and 1 Cor. 14. 33. and 1 Cor. 16. 1. 2 Tim. 3. 14. there is sometimes in Superstitious persons a legal bondage, and slavery of Spirit,
for those Churches were intended by christ as patterns to succeeding Ages, 1 Cor. 11. 16. and 1 Cor. 14. 33. and 1 Cor. 16. 1. 2 Tim. 3. 14. there is sometime in Superstitious Persons a Legal bondage, and slavery of Spirit,
p-acp d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n2 p-acp j-vvg n2, crd np1 crd crd cc crd np1 crd crd cc crd np1 crd crd crd np1 crd crd a-acp vbz av p-acp j n2 dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1,
It is a dangerous Symbolizing with the papists, who kneel before their breaden God. It gratifies and hardens them, by giving Countenance to that Errour,
It is a dangerous Symbolizing with the Papists, who kneel before their breaden God. It gratifies and hardens them, by giving Countenance to that Error,
and to deny that, and yet to kneel, is such a piece of Idolatry and Contradiction that some of the Papists professed that they would be torn in pieces with wild Horses, rather then do it,
and to deny that, and yet to kneel, is such a piece of Idolatry and Contradiction that Some of the Papists professed that they would be torn in Pieces with wild Horses, rather then do it,
cc pc-acp vvi d, cc av pc-acp vvi, vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 cst d pp-f dt njp2 vvd cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp j n2, av-c av vdb pn31,
Costerus the Jesuite confesseth, that if the substance of bread remain, the Idolatry of the Papists is more intollerable then the Egyptians was, in worshipping of an Ox, or a Crocodile.
Costerus the Jesuit Confesses, that if the substance of bred remain, the Idolatry of the Papists is more intolerable then the egyptians was, in worshipping of an Ox, or a Crocodile.
Mr. Knox one of the first and chief Instruments of the Reformation in Scotland, calls the Cross in Baptism, and kneeling at the Lords Supper, diabolical Inventions, and being demanded by the Council of England, why he did not kneel? He answered, because Christs action was perfect,
Mr. Knox one of the First and chief Instruments of the Reformation in Scotland, calls the Cross in Baptism, and kneeling At the lords Supper, diabolical Inventions, and being demanded by the Council of England, why he did not kneel? He answered, Because Christ actium was perfect,
n1 np1 crd pp-f dt ord cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 n1, j n2, cc vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vdd xx vvi? pns31 vvd, c-acp npg1 n1 vbds j,
and it was surest to follow his example, and when they said, they were sorry to find Him of a mind contra•y to the Common order, He replied, and I am sorry that the Common order is contrary to Christs Institution.
and it was Surest to follow his Exampl, and when they said, they were sorry to find Him of a mind contra•y to the Common order, He replied, and I am sorry that the Common order is contrary to Christ Institution.
And in King Edwards time, in those first glimmerings and breakings forth of light, there is this Rule in the Book of Common Prayer, set forth in his Time, Anno 1549. as touching, kneeling, knocking the breast,
And in King Edwards time, in those First glimmerings and breakings forth of Light, there is this Rule in the Book of Common Prayer, Set forth in his Time, Anno 1549. as touching, kneeling, knocking the breast,
cc p-acp n1 npg1 n1, p-acp d ord n2 cc n2 av pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, vvd av p-acp po31 n1, fw-la crd p-acp vvg, vvg, vvg dt n1,
THis gross Popish Idolatry, after the Prelates had Contended and striven for it several years, was at last enacted and established by them in their last Canons in the year 1640. And it was the Immediate forerunner of their deserved ruine,
THis gross Popish Idolatry, After the Prelates had Contended and striven for it several Years, was At last enacted and established by them in their last Canonas in the year 1640. And it was the Immediate forerunner of their deserved ruin,
d j j n1, p-acp dt n2 vhd vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31 j n2, vbds p-acp ord vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 ord n2 p-acp dt n1 crd cc pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f po32 j-vvn n1,
For this gross piece of Popish Idolatry was put down by King Edward the sixth in the year 1550, even in the dawning of the day, in the very beginning of the Reformation, as you may see in the Book of Martyrs.
For this gross piece of Popish Idolatry was put down by King Edward the sixth in the year 1550, even in the dawning of the day, in the very beginning of the Reformation, as you may see in the Book of Martyrs.
and from the bottomless pit, we must therefore a little enqui•e into it. Their late Contentions and Persecutions for it, have occasioned large and learned disputes against it,
and from the bottomless pit, we must Therefore a little enqui•e into it. Their late Contentions and Persecutions for it, have occasioned large and learned disputes against it,
cc p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vmb av dt j n1 p-acp pn31. po32 j n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, vhb vvn j cc j vvz p-acp pn31,
but of all that hath been said, or might be said against it, I shall mind you only of these six things. Consider. I. THat the Communion Table is not an Altar, you will find in the Book ▪ of Martyrs, six Reasons given by that reforming King Edward the sixth for the proof of this Assertion.
but of all that hath been said, or might be said against it, I shall mind you only of these six things. Consider. I. THat the Communion Table is not an Altar, you will find in the Book ▪ of Martyrs, six Reasons given by that reforming King Edward the sixth for the proof of this Assertion.
cc-acp pp-f d cst vhz vbn vvn, cc vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-j pp-f d crd n2. np1. np1 cst dt n1 n1 vbz xx dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 ▪ pp-f n2, crd n2 vvn p-acp d vvg n1 np1 dt ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1.
Reas. 1. Because the Scripture calls it a Table, but not an Altar, and we ought to speak as God and Christ hath taught us of his Ordinances, 1 Cor. •0. 21. Ye cannot be partakers of the Lords Table,
Reas. 1. Because the Scripture calls it a Table, but not an Altar, and we ought to speak as God and christ hath taught us of his Ordinances, 1 Cor. •0. 21. You cannot be partakers of the lords Table,
np1 crd p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31 dt n1, cc-acp xx dt n1, cc pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 cc np1 vhz vvn pno12 pp-f po31 n2, crd np1 j. crd pn22 vmbx vbi n2 pp-f dt n2 n1,
If they will needs have i• to be meant of an Altar of Stone, as the Jesuits and Prelates pretend, they must expound the Text thus, that for reward of their o•stinate clea•ing to the Cer•monies of the Law, they shall not eat stones, a small punishment for so great a sin.
If they will needs have i• to be meant of an Altar of Stone, as the Jesuits and Prelates pretend, they must expound the Text thus, that for reward of their o•stinate clea•ing to the Cer•monies of the Law, they shall not eat stones, a small punishment for so great a since.
The use of an Altar is to offer Sacrifice upon, but when we come to the Sacrament, what do we come for? do we come to Sacrifice Christ again ▪ and to crucifie the Son of God afresh? no,
The use of an Altar is to offer Sacrifice upon, but when we come to the Sacrament, what do we come for? do we come to Sacrifice christ again ▪ and to crucify the Son of God afresh? no,
but we come to Commemorate and Celebrate the memory of Christs death and Sacrifice, who off•red up himself once for all, as the Scripture often speaks, Heb. 7. 27. and 9. 25, 26, 28. and 10 2, 10. wherein He was both Priest, Sacrifice, and Altar himself:
but we come to Commemorate and Celebrate the memory of Christ death and Sacrifice, who off•red up himself once for all, as the Scripture often speaks, Hebrew 7. 27. and 9. 25, 26, 28. and 10 2, 10. wherein He was both Priest, Sacrifice, and Altar himself:
cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j cc vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, r-crq vvd a-acp px31 a-acp p-acp d, p-acp dt n1 av vvz, np1 crd crd cc crd crd, crd, crd cc crd crd, crd c-crq pns31 vbds av-d n1, n1, cc n1 px31:
as more proper for the old Law, for Sacrifices and Idols ab hoc abstinet novum Testamentum ut magis proprio antiqu• legis, Sacrificii & Idolorum, concedo.
as more proper for the old Law, for Sacrifices and Idols ab hoc abstinet novum Testamentum ut magis Properly antiqu• Legis, Sacrifices & Idolorum, concedo.
For Priests ▪ Altar and Sacrifice are relatives, and have a mutual and inseparable dependance upon one another, neither do these Altars more agree to the Christian Religion then the C•ul•ron, the Fire-pan, the Bason, the Sh•el, the Flesh book, the Gridiron,
For Priests ▪ Altar and Sacrifice Are relatives, and have a mutual and inseparable dependence upon one Another, neither do these Altars more agree to the Christian Religion then the C•ul•ron, the Fire-pan, the Basin, the Sh•el, the Flesh book, the Gridiron,
p-acp n2 ▪ n1 cc n1 vbr n2, cc vhb dt j cc j n1 p-acp crd j-jn, d vdb d n2 av-dc vvi p-acp dt njp n1 av dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 n1, dt n1,
and is greater then th• gif•, as our Saviour teacheth us, Math. 23. 18, 19. and hence it is said, that the Altar shall be holiness of holinesses, or most holy, Exod. 2•. 37. and 40. 10. And indeed the Prelates place a kind of holiness in their Altars, and therefore they rayle them in, bu• this conceit will be con〈 … 〉d,
and is greater then th• gif•, as our Saviour Teaches us, Math. 23. 18, 19. and hence it is said, that the Altar shall be holiness of Holinesses, or most holy, Exod 2•. 37. and 40. 10. And indeed the Prelates place a kind of holiness in their Altars, and Therefore they rail them in, bu• this conceit will be con〈 … 〉d,
cc vbz jc cs n1 n1, p-acp po12 n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd crd, crd cc av pn31 vbz vvn, cst dt n1 vmb vbi n1 pp-f n2, cc av-ds j, np1 n1. crd cc crd crd cc av dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc av pns32 vvb pno32 p-acp, n1 d n1 vmb vbi n1 … vdd,
But in the m•an time, seeing there is no man so blind and desperate, as to say, that the Table is greater then the Lords Supper, this is enough to evince, that it is not an Altar.
But in the m•an time, seeing there is no man so blind and desperate, as to say, that the Table is greater then the lords Supper, this is enough to evince, that it is not an Altar.
p-acp p-acp dt n1 n1, vvg a-acp vbz dx n1 av j cc j, c-acp pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vbz jc cs dt n2 n1, d vbz av-d pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbz xx dt n1.
These Hyperb•li•al expressions and want•n A•etaphors of the Ancients, (faith another) have unawares to them good men, filled the Church with Superstition.
These Hyperb•li•al expressions and want•n A•etaphors of the Ancients, (faith Another) have unawares to them good men, filled the Church with Superstition.
For when they used this manner of speech, the Sacrifice of the Mass, and Mass Priests, with other Idolatrous Popish Trash was not known nor heard of in the world,
For when they used this manner of speech, the Sacrifice of the Mass, and Mass Priests, with other Idolatrous Popish Trash was not known nor herd of in the world,
p-acp c-crq pns32 vvd d n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 n2, p-acp j-jn j j n1 vbds xx vvn ccx vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1,
And there be remarkable Testimonies in some of the Fathers against Altars. For Origen who lived about two hundred years after Christ, hath these words.
And there be remarkable Testimonies in Some of the Father's against Altars. For Origen who lived about two hundred Years After christ, hath these words.
cc pc-acp vbi j n2 p-acp d pp-f dt n2 p-acp n2. p-acp np1 r-crq vvd p-acp crd crd n2 p-acp np1, vhz d n2.
so that as the learned have observed, it is not to be found in the Book of Common Prayer, Articles, Injunctions, Homilies, Canons, (till 1640.) which never term the Lords Table an Altar,
so that as the learned have observed, it is not to be found in the Book of Common Prayer, Articles, Injunctions, Homilies, Canonas, (till 1640.) which never term the lords Table an Altar,
And if you look into the Story of the Reformation, you will find that the first thing that was done upon the beginning of the Reformation, was the pulling down of Altars,
And if you look into the Story of the Reformation, you will find that the First thing that was done upon the beginning of the Reformation, was the pulling down of Altars,
And what means all that Massing Furniture and Fooleries, wherewith their Altars are adorned, as Tapers, Card•esticks, Basons, Crucifixes, Crosses, rich Altar-Cloths.
And what means all that Massing Furniture and Fooleries, wherewith their Altars Are adorned, as Tapers, Card•esticks, Basons, Crucifixes, Crosses, rich Altar-Cloths.
cc r-crq vvz d d j-vvg n1 cc n2, c-crq po32 n2 vbr vvn, c-acp n2, n2, n2, vvz, n2, j n2.
so will I compass thine Altar, O Lord, Psal. 26. 6. and the Lord threat•eth Idolaters, I will ••atter your b•nes round a••ut your Alta•s, Ez•k. 6. 4, 5. yea, their Altars stood usually without the Temple, it being both a troublesome, unseem•y thing to bring Oxen and other Beasts into the Temple, to kill and Sacrifice them there.
so will I compass thine Altar, Oh Lord, Psalm 26. 6. and the Lord threat•eth Idolaters, I will ••atter your b•nes round a••ut your Alta•s, Ez•k. 6. 4, 5. yea, their Altars stood usually without the Temple, it being both a troublesome, unseem•y thing to bring Oxen and other Beasts into the Temple, to kill and Sacrifice them there.
And therefore to Imagine, that setting a Table with one side close to the wall like a dresser, is to set it Altar-wise, is nothing else but a foolish conceit ariseing from the profound ignorance of our late Prelates and Papists.
And Therefore to Imagine, that setting a Table with one side close to the wall like a dresser, is to Set it Altarwise, is nothing Else but a foolish conceit arising from the profound ignorance of our late Prelates and Papists.
from, NONLATINALPHABET circumie it, ambivit, and their phrase of inviting their guests to sit down, was sit round, 1 Sam. 16. 11. we will not sit round, (so the Hebrew and the margent render it, Lo Nasob, non circumsedebimus.
from, circumie it, ambivit, and their phrase of inviting their guests to fit down, was fit round, 1 Sam. 16. 11. we will not fit round, (so the Hebrew and the margin render it, Lo Nasob, non circumsedebimus.
or president, being contrary to the usage of all Nations, Ages, and our Saviours own Example, whom we ought to imitate, not only in the substance of the Sacrament,
or president, being contrary to the usage of all nations, Ages, and our Saviors own Exampl, whom we ought to imitate, not only in the substance of the Sacrament,
cc n1, vbg j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, n2, cc po12 ng1 d n1, ro-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1,
whether the Table stand this way, or that way, as some have said, in excuse of Altars. Consider. III. THe placing it also at the East end of the Church, is Superstitious.
whither the Table stand this Way, or that Way, as Some have said, in excuse of Altars. Consider. III. THe placing it also At the East end of the Church, is Superstitious.
cs dt n1 vvb d n1, cc d n1, c-acp d vhb vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f n2. np1. np1. dt vvg pn31 av p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz j.
For Hospinian observs, that most Altars at this day amongst the Papists are placed in prima t•mplorum parte, et versus orientem spectan•, in the fore-front of their Churches,
For Hospinian observs, that most Altars At this day among the Papists Are placed in prima t•mplorum parte, et versus orientem spectan•, in the forefront of their Churches,
4. Whereas they call them not only Altars, but high Altars, and raiseth ground where they stand, going up by steps unto the•, this is the old Heathenish Idolatry of the Gentiles, those Idolatrous high places so often condemned in the Scripture, being nothing else but high Altars Scituated in high places, in detestatiou whereof the Lord gives express charge to the Jews, not to go up by steps to his Altar, Exod. 20. 28. and to destroy and pull down all high places, Numb. 33. 52. and in many other Scriptures.
4. Whereas they call them not only Altars, but high Altars, and Raiseth ground where they stand, going up by steps unto the•, this is the old Heathenish Idolatry of the Gentiles, those Idolatrous high places so often condemned in the Scripture, being nothing Else but high Altars Situated in high places, in detestatiou whereof the Lord gives express charge to the jews, not to go up by steps to his Altar, Exod 20. 28. and to destroy and pull down all high places, Numb. 33. 52. and in many other Scriptures.
crd cs pns32 vvb pno32 xx av-j n2, cc-acp j n2, cc vvz n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, vvg a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp n1, d vbz dt j j n1 pp-f dt n2-j, d j j n2 av av vvn p-acp dt n1, vbg pix av cc-acp j n2 vvn p-acp j n2, p-acp n1 c-crq dt n1 vvz j n1 p-acp dt np2, xx pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd crd cc p-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp d j n2, j. crd crd cc p-acp d j-jn n2.
5. Whereas they have Images above, or over their Altars, this also is after the manner of the old Heathenish Idolaters, for in Iosiahs time, we read how they brake down the Altars of Baal, and the Images that were on high above them, or over them, 2 Chron. 34. 4. So the Prelates have Crucifixes standing on,
5. Whereas they have Images above, or over their Altars, this also is After the manner of the old Heathenish Idolaters, for in Josiahs time, we read how they brake down the Altars of Baal, and the Images that were on high above them, or over them, 2 Chronicles 34. 4. So the Prelates have Crucifixes standing on,
or over their Altars, either in arras, glass, or metal, or in some curious Common Prayer Book standing on their Altars, only for a dumb shew, adorned with two or three silver Crucifixes, in stead of Bosses on the Cover.
or over their Altars, either in arras, glass, or metal, or in Some curious Common Prayer Book standing on their Altars, only for a dumb show, adorned with two or three silver Crucifixes, in stead of Boss's on the Cover.
cc p-acp po32 n2, d p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, cc p-acp d j j n1 n1 vvg p-acp po32 n2, av-j p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp crd cc crd n1 vvz, p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1.
And in the Church at Durham, they had a marble Altar set up there by that devout Idolater Cousins, with Cherub•rns, which cost two thousand Pounds, with all the Appurtenances thereof,
And in the Church At Durham, they had a Marble Altar Set up there by that devout Idolater Cousin's, with Cherub•rns, which cost two thousand Pounds, with all the Appurtenances thereof,
but made an Anthem to be sung of the three Kings of Collen, by the names of Gasper, Balthasar, and Melchior, and they had a consecrated knife only to cut the bread at the Communion.
but made an Anthem to be sung of the three Kings of Collen, by the names of Gaspar, Balthasar, and Melchior, and they had a consecrated knife only to Cut the bred At the Communion.
or heard of, amongst men professing the name of Christ? but do these men call themselves Protestants? but must we have these things set up again? and such Idolaters as these to rule the Church? O Lord, look down from Heaven,
or herd of, among men professing the name of christ? but do these men call themselves Protestants? but must we have these things Set up again? and such Idolaters as these to Rule the Church? Oh Lord, look down from Heaven,
cc vvn pp-f, p-acp n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1? cc-acp vdb d n2 vvb px32 n2? cc-acp vmb pns12 vhi d n2 vvn a-acp av? cc d n2 c-acp d pc-acp vvi dt n1? uh n1, vvb a-acp p-acp n1,
as well, yea rather, then to the Altar, or Table? And why should the Table be preferred before the Pulpit? The Truth is, This Altar worship is such gross Idolatry, that as I never knew any but the devoted Sons of Babel who are dead drunk with the wine of the filthiness of spiritual Fornications, plead for it,
as well, yea rather, then to the Altar, or Table? And why should the Table be preferred before the Pulpit? The Truth is, This Altar worship is such gross Idolatry, that as I never knew any but the devoted Sons of Babel who Are dead drunk with the wine of the filthiness of spiritual Fornications, plead for it,
neither, shall he respect that which his fingers ▪ have made, either the Groves or the Images, Isai. 17. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. And there is another Text also, that may strike Terrour into the hearts of these Idolaters,
neither, shall he respect that which his fingers ▪ have made, either the Groves or the Images, Isaiah 17. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. And there is Another Text also, that may strike Terror into the hearts of these Idolaters,
d, vmb pns31 vvi d r-crq po31 n2 ▪ vhb vvn, d dt n2 cc dt n2, np1 crd crd, crd, crd, crd, crd cc pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 av, cst vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2,
if they have any Conscience, if they have any sence or feeling left, I mean that threatning, that dreadful and direful Imprecation, in Isai. 2. 9. the mean man boweth down,
if they have any Conscience, if they have any sense or feeling left, I mean that threatening, that dreadful and direful Imprecation, in Isaiah 2. 9. the mean man boweth down,
cs pns32 vhb d n1, cs pns32 vhb d n1 cc n1 vvd, pns11 vvb cst vvg, cst j cc j n1, p-acp np1 crd crd dt j n1 vvz a-acp,
and trembling, in Vasques the Jesuit• a subtle fellow, but yet the Sword was so sharp upon his right eye, that he maintains, that it is lawful to worship the Ass that Christ rode upon,
and trembling, in Vasques the Jesuit• a subtle fellow, but yet the Sword was so sharp upon his right eye, that he maintains, that it is lawful to worship the Ass that christ road upon,
1. It is but odly and untowardly translated at, for in, for the word is NONLATINALPHABET ▪ and it is constantly in all other places rendred in the name,
1. It is but oddly and untowardly translated At, for in, for the word is ▪ and it is constantly in all other places rendered in the name,
crd pn31 vbz p-acp av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp, p-acp p-acp, p-acp dt n1 vbz ▪ cc pn31 vbz av-j p-acp d j-jn n2 vvn p-acp dt n1,
and Holy Ghost, so to say, Our Father which art at Heaven, Mary kept all these sayings at her heart, so in the Creed to say, I believe at God the Father, and at Iesus Christ his Son, and at the Holy Ghost: you see how absurd such a phrase would be, There is no such phrase as at the Name, to be sound in any English Author,
and Holy Ghost, so to say, Our Father which art At Heaven, Marry kept all these sayings At her heart, so in the Creed to say, I believe At God the Father, and At Iesus christ his Son, and At the Holy Ghost: you see how absurd such a phrase would be, There is no such phrase as At the Name, to be found in any English Author,
cc j n1, av pc-acp vvi, po12 n1 r-crq n1 p-acp n1, uh vvd d d n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb p-acp np1 dt n1, cc p-acp np1 np1 po31 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1: pn22 vvb c-crq j d dt n1 vmd vbi, pc-acp vbz dx d n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp d jp n1,
And I have heard and read, that the Translaters of the Bible did render it in the Name of Iesus, as the same phrase is constantly translated by them, in all other places throughout the whole Bible.
And I have herd and read, that the Translators of the bible did render it in the Name of Iesus, as the same phrase is constantly translated by them, in all other places throughout the Whole bible.
cc pns11 vhb vvn cc vvn, cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdd vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt d n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1.
But King Iames committing ▪ the Translation to the Bishops, to be published and printed, besides other bold and wretched Alterations, they did corrupt the Translation in this place, blotting out the word in,
But King James committing ▪ the translation to the Bishops, to be published and printed, beside other bold and wretched Alterations, they did corrupt the translation in this place, blotting out the word in,
p-acp n1 np1 vvg ▪ dt n1 p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, p-acp j-jn j cc j n2, pns32 vdd vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, vvg av dt n1 p-acp,
or at the name Emm•nuel, Messiah, Lord, and Saviour, or any other name or Attribute of God and Christ, all those other names being no less precious and glorious then the name of Jesus:
or At the name Emm•nuel, Messiah, Lord, and Saviour, or any other name or Attribute of God and christ, all those other names being no less precious and glorious then the name of jesus:
cc p-acp dt n1 np1, np1, n1, cc n1, cc d j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, d d j-jn n2 vbg av-dx av-dc j cc j cs dt n1 pp-f np1:
And it seems to make a manifest disparity and Inequality between the three glorious persons of the Trinity, who are Coequal, Coessential, and Coeternal.
And it seems to make a manifest disparity and Inequality between the three glorious Persons of the Trinity, who Are Coequal, Coessential, and Coeternal.
cc pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt crd j n2 pp-f dt np1, r-crq vbr j, j, cc j.
If Jews, or Infidels should come into our Assemblies, and hear men say, I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of Heaven and Earth, without any incurvation at all,
If jews, or Infidels should come into our Assemblies, and hear men say, I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of Heaven and Earth, without any incurvation At all,
cs np2, cc n2 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi n2 vvi, pns11 vvb p-acp np1 dt n1 j-jn, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d n1 p-acp d,
For the Jews never took offence at any for calling him Jesus, but they excommunicated such as confessed-him to be the Christ, Joh. 9 ▪ 22. neither did they ask him, art thou Iesus, Luk. 22. 67. but art thou the very Christ? and when he did own it, they rent their Cloaths.
For the jews never took offence At any for calling him jesus, but they excommunicated such as confessed-him to be the christ, John 9 ▪ 22. neither did they ask him, art thou Iesus, Luk. 22. 67. but art thou the very christ? and when he did own it, they rend their Clothes.
For if you respect the litteral name, there were many others that were called Iesus, as well as He, at the hearing of whose names, the gro•sest Idolatry is oftentimes commi•ted, by Capping,
For if you respect the literal name, there were many Others that were called Iesus, as well as He, At the hearing of whose names, the gro•sest Idolatry is oftentimes commi•ted, by Capping,
For the Apochrypha mentions Iesus the Son of Syrach, and we read in the Scripture of Iesus the Son of Nun, called in the old ▪ Testament Ioshua, but the Greek renders it Iesus, for want of some Hebrew Letters, Act. 7. 47. Heb. 4. 8. and Iesus Sirnamed •ust•s, Col. 4. 1•. and Barj•s•s the Sorcerer, Act. 13. 6. at whose name Cousins with many more at Durham did most devou•ly bow, no less then twic• in one day, one after another, such was their gross Superstitious dotage.
For the Apochrypha mentions Iesus the Son of Sirach, and we read in the Scripture of Iesus the Son of Nun, called in the old ▪ Testament Ioshua, but the Greek renders it Iesus, for want of Some Hebrew Letters, Act. 7. 47. Hebrew 4. 8. and Iesus Surnamed •ust•s, Col. 4. 1•. and Barj•s•s the Sorcerer, Act. 13. 6. At whose name Cousin's with many more At Durham did most devou•ly bow, no less then twic• in one day, one After Another, such was their gross Superstitious dotage.
p-acp dt fw-la n2 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt j ▪ n1 np1, p-acp dt jp vvz pn31 np1, p-acp n1 pp-f d njp n2, n1 crd crd np1 crd crd cc np1 vvn vbz, np1 crd n1. cc j dt n1, n1 crd crd p-acp rg-crq n1 n2 p-acp d dc p-acp np1 vdd av-ds av-j vvi, av-dx dc cs n1 p-acp crd n1, pi p-acp n-jn, d vbds po32 j j n1.
and Sions King, such is the raging, Hellish madness of profaneness in these Times, yet such incarnate Devils are the hottest Zelots for every false way,
and Zions King, such is the raging, Hellish madness of profaneness in these Times, yet such incarnate Devils Are the hottest Zealots for every false Way,
cc n2 n1, d vbz dt j-vvg, j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, av d j n2 vbr dt js npg1 c-acp d j n1,
Which therefore can be no other, but that Supream Authority, Lordship, and dominion over all things and Creatures, which was then committed to him by the Father.
Which Therefore can be no other, but that Supreme authority, Lordship, and dominion over all things and Creatures, which was then committed to him by the Father.
r-crq av vmb vbi dx n-jn, cc-acp d j n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2, r-crq vbds av vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1.
For the Name Iesus was given Him in the very beginning of his Humiliation, Math. 1. 21, 25. and 2. 1. and Luk. 2. 21. but when God did raise Him from the dead,
For the Name Iesus was given Him in the very beginning of his Humiliation, Math. 1. 21, 25. and 2. 1. and Luk. 2. 21. but when God did raise Him from the dead,
but also in that which is to come, Eph. 1. 20, 21. then was all Power given unto Him is Heaven and Earth, Math. 28. 19. then did God make Him both Lord and Christ, Act. 2. 36. because then,
but also in that which is to come, Ephesians 1. 20, 21. then was all Power given unto Him is Heaven and Earth, Math. 28. 19. then did God make Him both Lord and christ, Act. 2. 36. Because then,
cc-acp av p-acp d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd, crd cs vbds d n1 vvn p-acp pno31 vbz n1 cc n1, np1 crd crd av vdd np1 vvi pno31 d n1 cc np1, n1 crd crd c-acp av,
For bowing the knee, is a Sign of Subjection, as when it is said, I have left me seven Thousand that have not bowed the knee to Baal, that is, have not submitted to that Idolatry, & toties Diabolo flectimus, qu•ties pe•camus.
For bowing the knee, is a Signen of Subjection, as when it is said, I have left me seven Thousand that have not bowed the knee to Baal, that is, have not submitted to that Idolatry, & Twice Diabolo flectimus, qu•ties pe•camus.
Neither is it meant meerly of voluntary heart submission, and obedience to Christ; For the bowing here spoken of, is performed not only by the Saints and Angels,
Neither is it meant merely of voluntary heart submission, and Obedience to christ; For the bowing Here spoken of, is performed not only by the Saints and Angels,
av-d vbz pn31 vvn av-j pp-f j-jn n1 n1, cc n1 p-acp np1; p-acp dt vvg av vvn pp-f, vbz vvn xx av-j p-acp dt n2 cc n2,
And though it was like unto the Feast that was in Iudah, ver. 32. and though He pretended the glory and worship of that God that brought them up out of the Land of Egypt, as well as the case and accomodation of the people, ver. 28. yet all this would not excuse Him,
And though it was like unto the Feast that was in Iudah, ver. 32. and though He pretended the glory and worship of that God that brought them up out of the Land of Egypt, as well as the case and accommodation of the people, ver. 28. yet all this would not excuse Him,
cc cs pn31 vbds av-j p-acp dt n1 cst vbds p-acp np1, fw-la. crd cc cs pns31 vvd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f cst np1 cst vvd pno32 a-acp av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, fw-la. crd av d d vmd xx vvi pno31,
And what is Christmas and Easther, and all the rest of them, but dayes, which the Ieroboam of Rome hath devised of his own Heart? And the people had them from the Pagans, for Christmas is nothing else but the old Heathe•ish Bathanalia, it is kept at the same time of the year,
And what is Christmas and Esther, and all the rest of them, but days, which the Jeroboam of Rome hath devised of his own Heart? And the people had them from the Pagans, for Christmas is nothing Else but the old Heathe•ish Bathanalia, it is kept At the same time of the year,
cc r-crq vbz np1 cc np1, cc d dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc-acp n2, r-crq dt np1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pp-f po31 d n1? cc dt n1 vhd pno32 p-acp dt n2-jn, p-acp np1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt j jp fw-la, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt n1,
The Apostle condems the observation of the Iewish Festivals, because they were a shaden of good things to come, Col. 2. 16. such weak and rudimentary Instructions were fit for those darket and weaker Times of the Churches nonage,
The Apostle condemns the observation of the Jewish Festivals, Because they were a shaden of good things to come, Col. 2. 16. such weak and rudimentary Instructions were fit for those darket and Weaker Times of the Churches nonage,
dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt jp n2, c-acp pns32 vbdr dt j pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd crd d j cc j n2 vbdr vvn p-acp d n1 cc jc n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1,
But after that ye have known G•d, or rather are known of God, how turn ye again to the weak and beggerly Elements, whereunto ye desire again to be in bondage, ye observe dayes and Moneths, and Times, and Years.
But After that you have known G•d, or rather Are known of God, how turn you again to the weak and beggarly Elements, whereunto you desire again to be in bondage, you observe days and Months, and Times, and years.
cc-acp p-acp cst pn22 vhb vvn n1, cc av-c vbr vvn pp-f np1, q-crq vvb pn22 av p-acp dt j cc j n2, c-crq pn22 vvb av pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, pn22 vvb n2 cc n2, cc n2, cc n2.
I am afraid of you lest I have bestowed upon you labour in vain, Gal. 4. 9, 10, 11. It is a Sign the preaching of the Gospel hath had but small success in such a place,
I am afraid of you lest I have bestowed upon you labour in vain, Gal. 4. 9, 10, 11. It is a Signen the preaching of the Gospel hath had but small success in such a place,
and in the Hearts of such a people, and if the Apostle said it concerning Iewish dayes, surely it is much more true concerning Popish dayes, for there was more Reason to retain those which were appointed at first by God himself,
and in the Hearts of such a people, and if the Apostle said it Concerning Jewish days, surely it is much more true Concerning Popish days, for there was more Reason to retain those which were appointed At First by God himself,
cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1, cc cs dt n1 vvd pn31 vvg jp n2, av-j pn31 vbz d dc j vvg j n2, p-acp a-acp vbds dc n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp ord p-acp np1 px31,
Easther brought in a Superstitious Lent to attend upon it, made Baptism wait for Her Moon, and conformed our Lords Supper unto the Iewish Passover in unleavened bread.
Esther brought in a Superstitious Lent to attend upon it, made Baptism wait for Her Moon, and conformed our lords Supper unto the Jewish Passover in unleavened bred.
It was the first apple of Contention amongst Christians, the Latine and Greek Churches striving and contending fiercely about the time of it, de lan• caprina, and Victor Bishop of Rome desperately excommunicating those that were not of his opinion in the thing,
It was the First apple of Contention among Christians, the Latin and Greek Churches striving and contending fiercely about the time of it, the lan• Caprina, and Victor Bishop of Room desperately excommunicating those that were not of his opinion in the thing,
pn31 vbds dt ord n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, dt jp cc jp n2 vvg cc vvg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 fw-la, cc n1 n1 pp-f vvb av-j vvg d cst vbdr xx pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1,
Ieroboam pretended very good Intentions, The Israelites pretended an holy-day to Iehovab, Exod, 32. 5. though they kept it in a rude manner but what saith the Lord to them,
Jeroboam pretended very good Intentions, The Israelites pretended an holiday to Jehovah, Exod, 32. 5. though they kept it in a rude manner but what Says the Lord to them,
These dayes are rather celebrated in dishonour, and as it were in despite of Christ, as if Christ were a God that delighted in Profaneness and Wickedness:
These days Are rather celebrated in dishonour, and as it were in despite of christ, as if christ were a God that delighted in Profaneness and Wickedness:
d n2 vbr av-c vvn p-acp n1, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 pp-f np1, c-acp cs np1 vbdr dt n1 cst vvd p-acp n1 cc n1:
And what can the man do that cometh after the King? and in those things which have been already done? Eccles. 2. 12. It is a bold and deep reflection upon the wisdome of Christ, to adde thus to his Appointments,
And what can the man do that comes After the King? and in those things which have been already done? Eccles. 2. 12. It is a bold and deep reflection upon the Wisdom of christ, to add thus to his Appointments,
cc r-crq vmb dt n1 vdb cst vvz p-acp dt n1? cc p-acp d n2 r-crq vhb vbn av vdn? np1 crd crd pn31 vbz dt j cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp po31 n2,
as if the Lord Jesus Christ himself were not wise anough, to appoint dayes and times sufficient to keep his own Nativity, Death, Resurrection, Ascension,
as if the Lord jesus christ himself were not wise enough, to appoint days and times sufficient to keep his own Nativity, Death, Resurrection, Ascension,
c-acp cs dt n1 np1 np1 px31 vbdr xx j av-d, pc-acp vvi n2 cc n2 j pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, n1, n1, n1,
Neither is the yea•ly time certainly known, but much disputed amongst Chronologers and D•vines, so that Holy-day keepers cannot say that they do commemorate opus dici in die suo, the Lord having hid it,
Neither is the yea•ly time Certainly known, but much disputed among Chronologers and D•vines, so that Holiday keepers cannot say that they do commemorate opus dici in die Sue, the Lord having hid it,
d vbz dt j n1 av-j vvn, p-acp av-d vvn p-acp n2 cc n2-jn, av d n1 n2 vmbx vvi cst pns32 vdb j fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la, dt n1 vhg vvn pn31,
And it is a great infringement of our Christian Liberty, when God hath given us six dayes wherein to serve him in our Callings, Six dayes shalt thou labour.
And it is a great infringement of our Christian Liberty, when God hath given us six days wherein to serve him in our Callings, Six days shalt thou labour.
for, Jo•oshaphat proclaimed a Fast, 2 Chron. 20. 3. and so did the King of Nineveh, Jonah 3. 7. see also Joel 1. 14. & 2. 15. From whence some have not unaptly said, That the Magistrate and the Church hath as it were a Warrant dormant for such dayes.
for, Jo•oshaphat proclaimed a Fast, 2 Chronicles 20. 3. and so did the King of Nineveh, Jonah 3. 7. see also Joel 1. 14. & 2. 15. From whence Some have not unaptly said, That the Magistrate and the Church hath as it were a Warrant dormant for such days.
c-acp, np1 vvd dt j, crd np1 crd crd cc av vdd dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd vvi av np1 crd crd cc crd crd p-acp c-crq d vhb xx av-j vvn, cst dt n1 cc dt n1 vhz p-acp pn31 vbdr dt vvb j p-acp d n2.
because they are infinite, and Christ allows also private Fasts, Matth. 6. 17, 18. but here there is onely an occasional designation of a time, upon a present emergency of Providence calling thereunto.
Because they Are infinite, and christ allows also private Fasts, Matthew 6. 17, 18. but Here there is only an occasional designation of a time, upon a present emergency of Providence calling thereunto.
c-acp pns32 vbr j, cc np1 vvz av j n2, np1 crd crd, crd p-acp av pc-acp vbz av-j dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvg av.
But in those Anniversary Popish Festivals time is dedicated and sanctified to an holy use in a stated way, which is more then the Scripture impowers men to do.
But in those Anniversary Popish Festivals time is dedicated and sanctified to an holy use in a stated Way, which is more then the Scripture impowers men to do.
but onely the most convenient times when most may resort to the hearing of Sermons. So that time is onely designed occasionally, not dedicate or sanctified.
but only the most convenient times when most may resort to the hearing of Sermons. So that time is only designed occasionally, not dedicate or sanctified.
cc-acp av-j dt av-ds j n2 c-crq av-ds vmb vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2. av d n1 vbz j vvn av-j, xx vvi cc vvn.
And if you reade the story of that Idolatry of the Calf, Exod. 32. you will finde that it was Celebrated much after the same manner that Christmas is, or rather somewhat better;
And if you read the story of that Idolatry of the Calf, Exod 32. you will find that it was Celebrated much After the same manner that Christmas is, or rather somewhat better;
cc cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd pn22 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbds vvn av-d p-acp dt d n1 cst np1 vbz, cc av-c av vvi;
and not a furtherance to it, that which might and ought to be bestowed in a way of Liberality to the Poor, being mis spent and lavished away in vain Prodigality and Luxury.
and not a furtherance to it, that which might and ought to be bestowed in a Way of Liberality to the Poor, being miss spent and lavished away in vain Prodigality and Luxury.
cc xx dt n1 p-acp pn31, cst r-crq vmd cc vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, vbg vvb vvn cc vvd av p-acp j n1 cc n1.
The dayes of Purim, Esth. 9. were seven hundred years since obj•cted by Papists unto the Waldens•s, and since by all Papists that have written against Protestants about Ceremonies,
The days of Purim, Esth. 9. were seven hundred Years since obj•cted by Papists unto the Waldens•s, and since by all Papists that have written against Protestants about Ceremonies,
and we need not seek for new Answers about it, for that which our Divines have answered to the Papists, is suffi•ient in two words. 1. That it cannot be evinced, that these day•s •f ▪ Purim were Religious Feasts. Junius saith, Praeceptum fuit Politi•u• ▪ they were onely dayes of Civil rejoycing, they are called onely the dayes of Purim, not the holy dayes of Purim.
and we need not seek for new Answers about it, for that which our Divines have answered to the Papists, is suffi•ient in two words. 1. That it cannot be evinced, that these day•s •f ▪ Purim were Religious Feasts. Junius Says, Precept fuit Politi•u• ▪ they were only days of Civil rejoicing, they Are called only the days of Purim, not the holy days of Purim.
so much work as might stand with a Feasting-day was not forbidden. 2. Ʋpon supposition of a Religious F•ast instituted by Mordecai, he did it, saith Dr. Whitaker, God inspiring him,
so much work as might stand with a Feasting-day was not forbidden. 2. Ʋpon supposition of a Religious F•ast instituted by Mordecai, he did it, Says Dr. Whitaker, God inspiring him,
av d n1 c-acp vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 vbds xx vvn. crd av n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vdd pn31, vvz n1 np1, np1 vvg pno31,
And though we do no• reade expresly, that either God or any Prophet did require this Feast of Purim, yet forasmuch as it stands approved in Scripture, there is no doubt but it was done by warrant from God.
And though we do no• read expressly, that either God or any Prophet did require this Feast of Purim, yet forasmuch as it Stands approved in Scripture, there is no doubt but it was done by warrant from God.
cc cs pns12 vdb n1 vvi av-j, cst d np1 cc d n1 vdd vvi d n1 pp-f np1, av av c-acp pn31 vvz vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pn31 vbds vdn p-acp n1 p-acp np1.
The Feast of Dedication, Joh. 10. 22, 23. hath also been objected from the time of the Waldenses, but it is not certainly known what Feast of Dedication this was,
The Feast of Dedication, John 10. 22, 23. hath also been objected from the time of the Waldenses, but it is not Certainly known what Feast of Dedication this was,
dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd, crd vhz av vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, p-acp pn31 vbz xx av-j vvn r-crq n1 pp-f n1 d vbds,
Some take it for that which Solom•n appointed, others ascribe it to Ezra, others to the Maccabees; neither is there any evidence that Christ approved it.
some take it for that which Solom•n appointed, Others ascribe it to Ezra, Others to the Maccabees; neither is there any evidence that christ approved it.
d vvb pn31 p-acp d r-crq j vvn, n2-jn vvb pn31 p-acp np1, n2-jn p-acp dt np2; d vbz pc-acp d n1 cst np1 vvd pn31.
It was Luthers desire no less then Seven-score years ago, in his Book de Bonis Operibus, set forth Anno 1520, that there were no other Festival dayes amongst Christians,
It was Luthers desire no less then Sevenscore Years ago, in his Book de Bonis Operibus, Set forth Anno 1520, that there were no other Festival days among Christians,
but onely the Lords-day: And right excellent was that Speech of King James to a National Assembly in Scotland, Anno 1590. He praised God that he was King in the sincerest Church in the world;
but only the Lord's day: And right excellent was that Speech of King James to a National Assembly in Scotland, Anno 1590. He praised God that he was King in the Sincerest Church in the world;
but the onely holiness that is or can be pretended for them, is a Relative Holiness, upon the account of some thing without them, in respect and relation whereto, they are denominated and reputed holy.
but the only holiness that is or can be pretended for them, is a Relative Holiness, upon the account of Some thing without them, in respect and Relation whereto, they Are denominated and reputed holy.
cc-acp dt j n1 cst vbz cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32, vbz dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 cc n1 c-crq, pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn j.
1. Where God was pleased to afford the visible and extraordinary Appearances and Manifestations of his Glory to the very eyes of his Servants, such Places were Holy during the time of those Manifestations.
1. Where God was pleased to afford the visible and extraordinary Appearances and Manifestations of his Glory to the very eyes of his Servants, such Places were Holy during the time of those Manifestations.
crd c-crq np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n2, d n2 vbdr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2.
So to Joshua, Chap. 5. 15. Hence Mount Sinai might not be touched, Exod. 19. And upon this accoun• the Mount where Christ was transfigured is called the Holy Mount, 2 Pet. 1. 18. but this Holiness continued onely while that extraordinary Presenc• continued, there is no more Holiness in Mount Sinai, or in Mount Tab•r now,
So to joshua, Chap. 5. 15. Hence Mount Sinai might not be touched, Exod 19. And upon this accoun• the Mount where christ was transfigured is called the Holy Mount, 2 Pet. 1. 18. but this Holiness continued only while that extraordinary Presenc• continued, there is no more Holiness in Mount Sinai, or in Mount Tab•r now,
av p-acp np1, np1 crd crd av n1 np1 vmd xx vbi vvn, np1 crd cc p-acp d n1 dt n1 c-crq np1 vbds vvn vbz vvn dt j n1, crd np1 crd crd p-acp d n1 vvd av-j cs d j np1 vvd, pc-acp vbz dx dc n1 p-acp vvb np1, cc p-acp vvb j av,
And thus some have observed, that we finde but three Places that were holy in this respect, The Land of Canaan, called the holy Land, Zech. 2. 12. the City of Jerusalem, called the holy City, Mat. 5. 4. & 27. 53. and the Temple ▪ frequently therefore called the holy Temple, Jonah 2. 4. And these places were perpetually holy,
And thus Some have observed, that we find but three Places that were holy in this respect, The Land of Canaan, called the holy Land, Zechariah 2. 12. the city of Jerusalem, called the holy city, Mathew 5. 4. & 27. 53. and the Temple ▪ frequently Therefore called the holy Temple, Jonah 2. 4. And these places were perpetually holy,
cc av d vhb vvn, cst pns12 vvb p-acp crd n2 cst vbdr j p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn dt j n1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn dt j n1, np1 crd crd cc crd crd cc dt n1 ▪ av-j av vvn dt j n1, np1 crd crd cc d n2 vbdr av-j j,
1. Th•se Places were holy, because in them were the standing Signs and Symbols of Gods Presence, which is therefore called his Symbolical Presence, to distinguish it from his Extraordinary Presence beforementioned,
1. Th•se Places were holy, Because in them were the standing Signs and Symbols of God's Presence, which is Therefore called his Symbolical Presence, to distinguish it from his Extraordinary Presence beforementioned,
and the Altar, the Ark, the Mercy-seat, Cherubims, Sacrifices, and almost all the Ordinances of those times were affixed by Gods appointment unto those places, to be observed and celebrated there, viz. in the Temple, and in Jerusalem: but there is no place that is now priviledged with this Symbolical Presence.
and the Altar, the Ark, the Mercy-seat, Cherubims, Sacrifices, and almost all the Ordinances of those times were affixed by God's appointment unto those places, to be observed and celebrated there, viz. in the Temple, and in Jerusalem: but there is no place that is now privileged with this Symbolical Presence.
cc dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, n2, n2, cc av d dt n2 pp-f d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn a-acp, n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp np1: cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vbz av vvn p-acp d j n1.
Canaan the holy Land was a Type of the Church on Earth, and of the Kingdome of Heaven, the heavenly Canaan: They sought another Country, a better Country, that is,
Canaan the holy Land was a Type of the Church on Earth, and of the Kingdom of Heaven, the heavenly Canaan: They sought Another Country, a better Country, that is,
and of Jerusalem above, Gal. 4. 26. Rev. 21. 2. and so the Temple, Psal. 15. 1. and it was a Type also of Christs Body, Joh. 2. 21. Col. 2. 9. Hence some have well observed, That the more nearly and lively that any of these Places did typifie Christ,
and of Jerusalem above, Gal. 4. 26. Rev. 21. 2. and so the Temple, Psalm 15. 1. and it was a Type also of Christ Body, John 2. 21. Col. 2. 9. Hence Some have well observed, That the more nearly and lively that any of these Places did typify christ,
cc pp-f np1 a-acp, np1 crd crd n1 crd crd cc av dt n1, np1 crd crd cc pn31 vbds dt n1 av pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd crd np1 crd crd av d vhb av vvn, cst dt av-dc av-j cc av-j cst d pp-f d n2 vdd vvi np1,
as the Temple was more holy, because it typified the Body of Christ, in whom the Godhead dwelt bodily, Coloss. 2. 9. as God did dwell Symbolically in the Temple.
as the Temple was more holy, Because it typified the Body of christ, in whom the Godhead dwelled bodily, Coloss. 2. 9. as God did dwell Symbolically in the Temple.
There will I meet thee, and I will commune with thee from above the Mercyseat, from between the two Cherubims, which are upon the Ark of the Testimony, Exod. 25. 22. Numb. 7. 89. And they did sanctifie both the Worshippers,
There will I meet thee, and I will commune with thee from above the Mercy seat, from between the two Cherubims, which Are upon the Ark of the Testimony, Exod 25. 22. Numb. 7. 89. And they did sanctify both the Worshippers,
and the Worship performed in them, the Altar sanctified the gift, the Temple sanctified the gold, Matth. 23. 18, 19. in so much that the Places were principal,
and the Worship performed in them, the Altar sanctified the gift, the Temple sanctified the gold, Matthew 23. 18, 19. in so much that the Places were principal,
and did bring acceptance to them, and therefore they were to pray towards the Templ•, to offer upon the Alta•, &c. Deut 12. 5, 6. 1 Kings 8. 29. There will I accept them, Ezek 20. 40. And it was a profaning of the Temple to use it for Civil Imployments, being consecra••d and appropriat•d by God to holy uses:
and did bring acceptance to them, and Therefore they were to pray towards the Templ•, to offer upon the Alta•, etc. Deuteronomy 12. 5, 6. 1 Kings 8. 29. There will I accept them, Ezekiel 20. 40. And it was a profaning of the Temple to use it for Civil Employments, being consecra••d and appropriat•d by God to holy uses:
cc vdd vvi n1 p-acp pno32, cc av pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np1, av np1 crd crd, crd crd np1 crd crd a-acp vmb pns11 vvi pno32, np1 crd crd cc pn31 vbds dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n2, vbg vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp j n2:
But there is no word of Institution in the New Testament to sanct•fie any one Place more then another, but on the contrary it layes all places level in regard of Holiness.
But there is no word of Institution in the New Testament to sanct•fie any one Place more then Another, but on the contrary it lays all places level in regard of Holiness.
nor y•t at Jerusalem worship the Father, but the true worshippers shall worship him in spir•t and in t•uth, Joh. 4. 21, 23. He turns her eye• and thoughts away from the d•fferenc• of Places, to look a• the spirituality of the worship:
nor y•t At Jerusalem worship the Father, but the true worshippers shall worship him in spir•t and in t•uth, John 4. 21, 23. He turns her eye• and thoughts away from the d•fferenc• of Places, to look a• the spirituality of the worship:
for as God is no respecter of persons, so he is no resp•cter of places; but wheresoever for that indefinite [ where ] is equivalent to an universal, Wheresoever two or three are gathered together in my Name, there am I in the midst of them, Matth. 18. 20. I wi• that men pray every where, NONLATINALPHABET, in every pl•c•, 1 Tim. 2. 8. The Church of Troas met in an upp•r Chamber to b•ea• Bread.
for as God is no respecter of Persons, so he is no resp•cter of places; but wheresoever for that indefinite [ where ] is equivalent to an universal, Wheresoever two or three Are gathered together in my Name, there am I in the midst of them, Matthew 18. 20. I wi• that men pray every where,, in every pl•c•, 1 Tim. 2. 8. The Church of Troas met in an upp•r Chamber to b•ea• Bred.
though the Temple was, bu• they kept Courts, and had Civil Assemblies in them about Civil ma•ters, Mat. 23. 34. Some of them shall you sc•urge in your Synago•u••, which suppose it were not meant of the executing and infl•cting of the punishment upon them,
though the Temple was, bu• they kept Courts, and had Civil Assemblies in them about Civil ma•ters, Mathew 23. 34. some of them shall you sc•urge in your Synago•u••, which suppose it were not meant of the executing and infl•cting of the punishment upon them,
God will never purge away the iniquity of Ireland, nor take away the sins of England, till the stones of the Altar be as Chalk-stones, till people be convinced that there is no more holiness in a Church, I mean the Me•ting-place of Wood and Stones,
God will never purge away the iniquity of Ireland, nor take away the Sins of England, till the stones of the Altar be as Chalk-stones, till people be convinced that there is no more holiness in a Church, I mean the Me•ting-place of Wood and Stones,
There have been some Episcopal men, Episcopal at least in some other things, who yet have been much above this gross superstitious Conceit of the difference of Places.
There have been Some Episcopal men, Episcopal At least in Some other things, who yet have been much above this gross superstitious Conceit of the difference of Places.
pc-acp vhi vbn d np1 n2, np1 p-acp ds p-acp d j-jn n2, r-crq av vhb vbn av-d p-acp d j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2.
It is true, there is a Spiritual Presence of God in our publick Meeti•g-places, when his people are there assembled to Worship him in the B•auties of Holiness, but he doth not afford his Presence with respect to the place, but to the persons;
It is true, there is a Spiritual Presence of God in our public Meeti•g-places, when his people Are there assembled to Worship him in the B•auties of Holiness, but he does not afford his Presence with respect to the place, but to the Persons;
And therefore this Spiritual Presence of God doth not mak• any place properly holy, for then all places should be holy, wheresoever holy persons meet to enjoy the Spiritual Presence of God in holy duties:
And Therefore this Spiritual Presence of God does not mak• any place properly holy, for then all places should be holy, wheresoever holy Persons meet to enjoy the Spiritual Presence of God in holy duties:
cc av d j n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx n1 d n1 av-j j, c-acp av d n2 vmd vbi j, c-crq j n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2:
And so by their own Argument they lay all places level, 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord having many precious Saints that walk with him ▪ who are d•••••sed & scattered up and down almost in every corner of the Land.
And so by their own Argument they lay all places level, 〈 ◊ 〉 Lord having many precious Saints that walk with him ▪ who Are d•••••sed & scattered up and down almost in every corner of the Land.
cc av p-acp po32 d n1 pns32 vvd d n2 vvi, 〈 sy 〉 n1 vhg d j n2 cst vvb p-acp pno31 ▪ q-crq vbr vvn cc vvn a-acp cc a-acp av p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1
Churches I confess are holy things, but the word Church is very improperly, and Catachrestically used concerning the Material Church of Wood and Stones, by a Metonymie; but the Scripture knows no other Church but the Church of Saints. That place, 1 Cor. 11. 22. is much abused,
Churches I confess Are holy things, but the word Church is very improperly, and Catachrestically used Concerning the Material Church of Wood and Stones, by a Metonymy; but the Scripture knows no other Church but the Church of Saints. That place, 1 Cor. 11. 22. is much abused,
and misinterpreted, Have you not houses of your own to eat and drink in? or despise you the Church of God? It is not meant of those improper Metonymical Churches, neither doth the opposition inforce any such thing:
and Misinterpreted, Have you not houses of your own to eat and drink in? or despise you the Church of God? It is not meant of those improper Metonymical Churches, neither does the opposition enforce any such thing:
cc vvn, vhb pn22 xx n2 pp-f po22 d pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp? cc vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1? pn31 vbz xx vvn pp-f d j j n2, d vdz dt n1 vvb d d n1:
And yet it doth not follow, that the publick Meeting-places must be pulled down, for the Consecrating of them is an abuse of things necessary, and not of things indifferent.
And yet it does not follow, that the public Meeting places must be pulled down, for the Consecrating of them is an abuse of things necessary, and not of things indifferent.
cc av pn31 vdz xx vvi, cst dt j n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 j, cc xx pp-f n2 j.
The Script•r• mentions it as a good work to build them, He loveth our Nation, and hath built us a Synag•gue, Luke 7. 5. and as an act of great profaneness to pull them down, Psal. 74. 8. They have burnt up all the Synagogues of God in the Land, which yet had no more holiness in them then our Meeting-places.
The Script•r• mentions it as a good work to built them, He loves our nation, and hath built us a Synag•gue, Lycia 7. 5. and as an act of great profaneness to pull them down, Psalm 74. 8. They have burned up all the Synagogues of God in the Land, which yet had no more holiness in them then our Meeting places.
dt np1 n2 pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, pns31 vvz po12 n1, cc vhz vvn pno12 dt n1, av crd crd cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp, np1 crd crd pns32 vhb vvn a-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av vhd dx dc n1 p-acp pno32 av po12 n2.
but our Meetingplaces were built for Christian Churches and Assemblies to Worship God in, amongst whom the Essentials of a Church-estate and Worship were preserved,
but our Meeting places were built for Christian Churches and Assemblies to Worship God in, among whom the Essentials of a Church-estate and Worship were preserved,
even under the Apostacy of Antichrist, for the Woman was fed & nourished all the 1260 dayes, Rev. 12. 6, 14. therefore som• Fundamental Ordinances were preserved,
even under the Apostasy of Antichrist, for the Woman was fed & nourished all the 1260 days, Rev. 12. 6, 14. Therefore som• Fundamental Ordinances were preserved,
av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn cc vvn d dt crd n2, n1 crd crd, crd av n1 j n2 vbdr vvn,
so neither need we reject the Places, but should reform and retain both the one and the other, the Worship and Ordinances being necessary by virtue of Gods Institution,
so neither need we reject the Places, but should reform and retain both the one and the other, the Worship and Ordinances being necessary by virtue of God's Institution,
av dx n1 pns12 vvb dt n2, cc-acp vmd vvi cc vvi d dt crd cc dt n-jn, dt n1 cc n2 vbg j p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1,
and stronger, and more comely, and more capacious to contain large and numerous Assemblies, and more conveniently situated for the accommodation of all the people, I say,
and Stronger, and more comely, and more capacious to contain large and numerous Assemblies, and more conveniently situated for the accommodation of all the people, I say,
cc jc, cc av-dc j, cc av-dc j pc-acp vvi j cc j n2, cc av-dc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, pns11 vvb,
But if they will needs demolish them before new and better be built in their stead, the least that can be said to them in such a case, is that their Milk boyles over: if they have any true Zeal against Superstition, they had need take heed lest they run out of one extream into another,
But if they will needs demolish them before new and better be built in their stead, the least that can be said to them in such a case, is that their Milk boils over: if they have any true Zeal against Superstition, they had need take heed lest they run out of one extreme into Another,
p-acp cs pns32 vmb av vvi pno32 p-acp j cc j vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1, dt ds d vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d dt n1, vbz d po32 n1 vvz a-acp: cs pns32 vhb d j n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vhd n1 vvi n1 cs pns32 vvb av pp-f crd j-jn p-acp n-jn,
and lest they be acted by the spirit of the Mystery of Iniquity, and by the Subtilty and cunning Craft of Satan into gross Profaneness, upon pretence of avoiding Superstition.
and lest they be acted by the Spirit of the Mystery of Iniquity, and by the Subtlety and cunning Craft of Satan into gross Profaneness, upon pretence of avoiding Superstition.
cc cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg n1.
for so was the Commandment of the Lord by his Prophets, 2 Chron. 29. 25. and therefore they are called the Instruments of Musick of the Lord, 2 Chron. 7. 6. and we reade also of Timbrels, Organs,
for so was the Commandment of the Lord by his prophets, 2 Chronicles 29. 25. and Therefore they Are called the Instruments of Music of the Lord, 2 Chronicles 7. 6. and we read also of Timbrels, Organs,
c-acp av vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, crd np1 crd crd cc av pns32 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd crd cc pns12 vvb av pp-f n2, n2,
But there is not one word of Institution for them under the Gospel, but on the contrary they are cashiered and excluded out of Gospel-worship ▪ by that general Rule which the Apostle layes down concerning all the p•rts of Gods Worship, 1 Cor. 14. 26. Let all things be done unto edifying;
But there is not one word of Institution for them under the Gospel, but on the contrary they Are Cashiered and excluded out of Gospel worship ▪ by that general Rule which the Apostle lays down Concerning all the p•rts of God's Worship, 1 Cor. 14. 26. Let all things be done unto edifying;
If I know not the meaning of the voice, he that speaketh shall be a Barbarian into me, 1 Cor. 14. 11. It is therefore a strange Comparison which some have used, who have said they know no Argument to prove the Organs simply unlawful,
If I know not the meaning of the voice, he that speaks shall be a Barbarian into me, 1 Cor. 14. 11. It is Therefore a strange Comparison which Some have used, who have said they know no Argument to prove the Organs simply unlawful,
In their Synagogues they had the publick Moral Worship of God, Reading and Expounding the Law, &c. Acts 13. 15. Some think they had Trumpets also in their Synagogues to call the people together,
In their Synagogues they had the public Moral Worship of God, Reading and Expounding the Law, etc. Acts 13. 15. some think they had Trumpets also in their Synagogues to call the people together,
p-acp po32 n2 pns32 vhd dt j j n1 pp-f np1, vvg cc vvg dt n1, av np1 crd crd d vvb pns32 vhd n2 av p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av,
But the Scripture is clear, that the Musical Instruments were appointed to be used continually before the Ark, 1 Chron. 16. 4, 5, 6. And the Singers and Trumpeters ▪ stood at the East end of the Altar at the dedication of the Temple, 2 Chron. 5. 12. And in Hezekiahs time, when the burntoffering began, the song of th• Lord began also, with the trumpets,
But the Scripture is clear, that the Musical Instruments were appointed to be used continually before the Ark, 1 Chronicles 16. 4, 5, 6. And the Singers and Trumpeters ▪ stood At the East end of the Altar At the dedication of the Temple, 2 Chronicles 5. 12. And in Hezekiah's time, when the Burnt offering began, the song of th• Lord began also, with the trumpets,
The Silver Trumpet signified the sounding of the Silver Trumpet of the Gospel through all the world, the Preaching of the pure Word of God by his Messengers, who are said to lift up their voice as a trumpet, Isa. 58. 1. S•t the trumpet to thy mouth, Hos. 8. 1. The t•ngue of the just is as choice silver, Prov. 10. •0.
The Silver Trumpet signified the sounding of the Silver Trumpet of the Gospel through all the world, the Preaching of the pure Word of God by his Messengers, who Are said to lift up their voice as a trumpet, Isaiah 58. 1. S•t the trumpet to thy Mouth, Hos. 8. 1. The t•ngue of the just is as choice silver, Curae 10. •0.
and ••th th•se, and all the rest of their Musical Instruments, were expressions and signs of joy, Psal. 98. 6. & 89 15. Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound.
and ••th th•se, and all the rest of their Musical Instruments, were expressions and Signs of joy, Psalm 98. 6. & 89 15. Blessed is the people that know the joyful found.
cc av vvb, cc d dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2, vbdr n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd cc crd crd j-vvn vbz dt n1 cst vvb dt j n1.
They were therefore fit resemblances to shadow out that heavenly Musick, and inward Melody of the joyes and graces of Gods Spirit in the hearts of his people.
They were Therefore fit resemblances to shadow out that heavenly Music, and inward Melody of the Joys and graces of God's Spirit in the hearts of his people.
pns32 vbdr av j n2 pc-acp vvi av d j n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1.
The Apostle therefore exhorts us to sing, but in stead of Musical Instruments, he requires the melody of the heart, Eph. 5. 19. and grace in the heart, Coloss. 3. 16.
The Apostle Therefore exhorts us to sing, but in stead of Musical Instruments, he requires the melody of the heart, Ephesians 5. 19. and grace in the heart, Coloss. 3. 16.
But 4. Suppose the signification of the Jewish Musick could not •• found out, (as indeed it is an hard thing to finde out the meaning of all their Ceremonies) we are delivered not onely from their Types and Ceremonies,
But 4. Suppose the signification of the Jewish Music could not •• found out, (as indeed it is an hard thing to find out the meaning of all their Ceremonies) we Are Delivered not only from their Types and Ceremonies,
p-acp crd vvb dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1 vmd xx •• vvd av, (c-acp av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f d po32 n2) pns12 vbr vvn xx av-j p-acp po32 n2 cc n2,
yet he rejects and pleads against these Instruments of Musick, as being then used amongst the Jews quia populus erat magis durus & carnalis, for which reason also they were so much encouraged with promises of temporal things.
yet he rejects and pleads against these Instruments of Music, as being then used among the jews quia populus erat magis Durus & Carnalis, for which reason also they were so much encouraged with promises of temporal things.
av pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, c-acp vbg av vvn p-acp dt np2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, p-acp r-crq n1 av pns32 vbdr av av-d vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j n2.
and he saith the reason was n• videatur Judaizart, lest they should seem to Judaize. And he doth also well observe, that Musical Instruments do more stir up the minde to delight,
and he Says the reason was n• Videatur Judaizart, lest they should seem to Judaize. And he does also well observe, that Musical Instruments do more stir up the mind to delight,
cc pns31 vvz dt n1 vbds n1 ng1 np1, cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp vvi. cc pns31 vdz av av vvi, cst j n2 vdb dc vvi a-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi,
which they that commend them as an help partly natural and partly artificial, to the exhilarating of the spirits for the praise of God, may do well to consider.
which they that commend them as an help partly natural and partly artificial, to the exhilarating of the spirits for the praise of God, may do well to Consider.
r-crq pns32 cst vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 av j cc av j, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi.
yet they might get Citherns or Bagpipes. And why should there not be Dancing in the Worship of God as well as Piping? For those old Idolaters in Exod. 32. did not onely shout,
yet they might get Citherns or Bagpipes. And why should there not be Dancing in the Worship of God as well as Piping? For those old Idolaters in Exod 32. did not only shout,
av pns32 vmd vvi n2 cc n2. cc q-crq vmd pc-acp xx vbi j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp av c-acp vvg? p-acp d j n2 p-acp np1 crd vdd xx av-j vvi,
Eras•us, though in many things a Papist, yet he saw the evil of this, that whole flocks of Boyes should be maintained at a great charge, wasting also their own precious time in perdiscendis hujus••o•i gannitibus, which Dr. A•es •enders thus, in learning this gibble gabble.
Eras•us, though in many things a Papist, yet he saw the evil of this, that Whole flocks of Boys should be maintained At a great charge, wasting also their own precious time in perdiscendis hujus••o•i gannitibus, which Dr. A•es •enders thus, in learning this gibble gabble.
np1, cs p-acp d n2 dt njp, av pns31 vvd dt n-jn pp-f d, cst j-jn n2 pp-f n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvg av po32 d j n1 p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, r-crq n1 vvz vvz av, p-acp vvg d n1 vvi.
as a part of the Legel P•dagogis; so that we might as well recall the Incense, Tapers, Circumcision, and all the other Shadows of the Law into use again.
as a part of the Legel P•dagogis; so that we might as well Recall the Incense, Tapers, Circumcision, and all the other Shadows of the Law into use again.
c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 np1; av cst pns12 vmd a-acp av vvi dt vvb, n2, n1, cc d dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 av.
But you must consider it as a Pr•script Form, as a set and stinted Liturgie devised and appointed by men, to be read as a part of the publick Worship of God,
But you must Consider it as a Pr•script From, as a Set and stinted Liturgy devised and appointed by men, to be read as a part of the public Worship of God,
This is the true state of the Case, and upon this account we look upon the Book of Common-Prayer as a Grand Idol of the Church of England, for it is a breach of the second Commandment more wayes then one.
This is the true state of the Case, and upon this account we look upon the Book of Common prayer as a Grand Idol of the Church of England, for it is a breach of the second Commandment more ways then one.
d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 dc n2 cs crd.
1. The Arguments of our Divines against the Books commonly called Apocrypha, may serve against the Book of Common-Prayer, for it i• an Apocryphal Book, introduced into the publick Worship of God as a standing part thereof,
1. The Arguments of our Divines against the Books commonly called Apocrypha, may serve against the Book of Common prayer, for it i• an Apocryphal Book, introduced into the public Worship of God as a standing part thereof,
If it be a sin for men to set their posts by his posts, their thresholds by his thresholds ▪ as Ezek. 43. 8. and their Altars by his Altars, 2 Kings 16. 15. is it no sin to set their Books by his Book?
If it be a since for men to Set their posts by his posts, their thresholds by his thresholds ▪ as Ezekiel 43. 8. and their Altars by his Altars, 2 Kings 16. 15. is it not since to Set their Books by his Book?
but is indeed no other but the old, the self-same words in English that were in Latine, saving a few things taken out, which were so fond that it had been a shame to have heard them in English.
but is indeed no other but the old, the selfsame words in English that were in Latin, Saving a few things taken out, which were so found that it had been a shame to have herd them in English.
and Collects, è Missali, as the Form of Consecration of Bishops and Priests, was taken • Pontificali, as you may see more at large in Didoclavius, and in Mr. Shepard. Who also shews, that as the Common-Prayer was taken out of the Mass,
and Collects, è Missal, as the From of Consecration of Bishops and Priests, was taken • Pontifical, as you may see more At large in Didoclavius, and in Mr. Shepard. Who also shows, that as the Common prayer was taken out of the Mass,
cc n2, fw-fr np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, vbds vvn • np1, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi av-dc p-acp j p-acp np1, cc p-acp n1 np1. r-crq av vvz, cst p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn av pp-f dt n1,
so the principal parts of the Mass were borrowed from the Idolatrous Pagans, and had their Original from Numa Pompilius, that Conjurer, who lived 700 years before Christ, to adorn and deck,
so the principal parts of the Mass were borrowed from the Idolatrous Pagans, and had their Original from Numa Pompilius, that Conjurer, who lived 700 Years before christ, to adorn and deck,
as the Bishops of Rome thought, the Religion of Christ Jesus, to the which, when thus corrupted with Paganish and Popish mixtures, the Romans were with much ado at last Converted, who till then were obstinate in their old Heathenish Religion.
as the Bishops of Room Thought, the Religion of christ jesus, to the which, when thus corrupted with Paganish and Popish mixtures, the Romans were with much ado At last Converted, who till then were obstinate in their old Heathenish Religion.
c-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb vvd, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp dt r-crq, c-crq av vvn p-acp j cc j n2, dt np1 vbdr p-acp d n1 p-acp ord vvn, r-crq c-acp av vbdr j p-acp po32 j j n1.
Insomuch that when Theodosius sent to the Senate to renounce their Pagan Religion, and receive the Law of Christ, they returned Answer that they would not,
Insomuch that when Theodosius sent to the Senate to renounce their Pagan Religion, and receive the Law of christ, they returned Answer that they would not,
And to those principal parts of the Mass taken from the Pagans, viz. Vestments, Holy Water, the Confiteor, Organs, Incense, Offertory, &c. other deckings were also added,
And to those principal parts of the Mass taken from the Pagans, viz. Vestments, Holy Water, the Confiteor, Organs, Incense, Offertory, etc. other deckings were also added,
cc p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2-jn, n1 n2, j n1, dt n1, n2, n1, n1, av j-jn n2 vbdr av vvn,
well studied in the Laws of Numa, and Tullus Hostilius. Damasus, as Platina and Sabellius shew, inriched it with Gloria Patri; Sergius, with an Agnus Dei, to be sung three times.
well studied in the Laws of Numa, and Tullus Hostilius. Damasus, as Platina and Sabellius show, enriched it with Gloria Patri; Sergius, with an Agnus Dei, to be sung three times.
Yea, such a Popish piece is this Book of Common-Prayer, that is some of the Bishops have reported, Pope Paul IV. did offer Queen Elizabeth to confirm and ratifie it by his Authority, Ʋt sacra hic omnia, hoc ipso quo nunc sunt apud nos m•do procurari fas esset. And in King Henry VIII. his time, Cardinal Quignonius, at the request of Pope Clement VII.
Yea, such a Popish piece is this Book of Common prayer, that is Some of the Bishops have reported, Pope Paul IV. did offer Queen Elizabeth to confirm and ratify it by his authority, Ʋt sacra hic omnia, hoc ipso quo nunc sunt apud nos m•do procurari fas esset. And in King Henry VIII. his time, Cardinal Quignonius, At the request of Pope Clement VII.
But let all true Protestants judge, whether it be fit for us to fetch our Worship from that Mother of Harlots, the Church of Rome, and to go to the Pope to indite our Prayers;
But let all true Protestants judge, whither it be fit for us to fetch our Worship from that Mother of Harlots, the Church of Rome, and to go to the Pope to indite our Prayers;
but when Whitgift said so concerning Deans, Canons, Preb•ndaries, &c. that it is not material though they come from the Pope, Mr. Cartwright replies, It is as if he should say, It skills not though they come out of the bottomless Pit:
but when Whitgift said so Concerning Deans, Canonas, Preb•ndaries, etc. that it is not material though they come from the Pope, Mr. Cartwright replies, It is as if he should say, It skills not though they come out of the bottomless Pit:
cc-acp c-crq np1 vvd av vvg np1, n2, n2, av cst pn31 vbz xx j-jn cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, n1 np1 vvz, pn31 vbz c-acp cs pns31 vmd vvi, pn31 vvz xx c-acp pns32 vvb av pp-f dt j n1:
The second Commandment for bids taking up Wayes and Forms of Worship from Idolaters, and it must needs be a great encouragement and hardening to the Papists, that their Mass is the Foundation of our Worship.
The second Commandment for bids taking up Ways and Forms of Worship from Idolaters, and it must needs be a great encouragement and hardening to the Papists, that their Mass is the Foundation of our Worship.
dt ord n1 c-acp vvz vvg a-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, cc pn31 vmb av vbi dt j n1 cc vvg p-acp dt njp2, cst po32 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1.
4. It undermines that great Ordinance of the Ministry, the principal duties of which Office are Pr•aching and Prayer, Acts 6. 4. in the one whereof they are the mouth of God to the people, in the other they are the mouth of the people unto God.
4. It undermines that great Ordinance of the Ministry, the principal duties of which Office Are Pr•aching and Prayer, Acts 6. 4. in the one whereof they Are the Mouth of God to the people, in the other they Are the Mouth of the people unto God.
as Mr. Cotton Observes, neither the Apos•les nor their Successors needed to have left off the Deacons imployment, to attend upon the Ministry of the Word and Prayer,
as Mr. Cotton Observes, neither the Apos•les nor their Successors needed to have left off the Deacons employment, to attend upon the Ministry of the Word and Prayer,
Yea Ministers, though desti•ute of Ministerial gifts, yet may be fit for the publick discharge of their duties by the help of other mens gifts, both in Prayer and Preaching.
Yea Ministers, though desti•ute of Ministerial Gifts, yet may be fit for the public discharge of their duties by the help of other men's Gifts, both in Prayer and Preaching.
What difference is there between the carrying of the Ark upon a Cart, and our Prayers upon a Book? whereas both should be carried, the one upon the shoulders of the Levites, the other upon the gifts of the Ministers.
What difference is there between the carrying of the Ark upon a Cart, and our Prayers upon a Book? whereas both should be carried, the one upon the shoulders of the Levites, the other upon the Gifts of the Ministers.
It was set up at first in opposition to the Latine Worship of the Mass, and so indeed it was a good step of Reformation, to get the Worship of God into a known Tongue:
It was Set up At First in opposition to the Latin Worship of the Mass, and so indeed it was a good step of Reformation, to get the Worship of God into a known Tongue:
pn31 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp ord p-acp n1 p-acp dt jp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av av pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1:
and therefore it deserves now to be called by no b•tter name but Nehushtan, an ill said Mass. Some conceive the first Reformers are not to be look'd upon altogether as ordinary Ministers, as being stirred up and acted by a more then ordinary Spirit in the Work of Reformation,
and Therefore it deserves now to be called by no b•tter name but Nehushtan, an ill said Mass. some conceive the First Reformers Are not to be looked upon altogether as ordinary Ministers, as being stirred up and acted by a more then ordinary Spirit in the Work of Reformation,
cc av pn31 vvz av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dx jc n1 p-acp jp, dt n-jn vvd np1 d vvb dt ord n2 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp av c-acp j n2, p-acp vbg vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1,
and doing some things some what out of ordinary course, whereof this hath been not unfi•ly reckoned to be one, the making Formula's of Divine Service, which might better be done in those dark and disinall times,
and doing Some things Some what out of ordinary course, whereof this hath been not unfi•ly reckoned to be one, the making Formula's of Divine Service, which might better be done in those dark and disinall times,
cc vdg d n2 d q-crq av pp-f j n1, c-crq d vhz vbn xx av-j vvn pc-acp vbi pi, dt vvg npg1 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vmd av-jc vbi vdn p-acp d j cc j n2,
Tertussian saith, the Christians in the Primitive times were wont to pray sine n••nitore, quia de pectore, without a prompter, beca•s• they prayed from the heart;
Tertullian Says, the Christians in the Primitive times were wont to pray sine n••nitore, quia de pectore, without a prompter, beca•s• they prayed from the heart;
which Mr. Shepard observes is spoken in opposition to the prompted Forms then in use amongst the Pagans. It is but an h•artless way of praying, to say a Prayer out of a Book.
which Mr. Shepard observes is spoken in opposition to the prompted Forms then in use among the Pagans. It is but an h•artless Way of praying, to say a Prayer out of a Book.
The Apostle saith, We know not what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit helpeth our infi•mities, Rom. 8. 26. It is the Spirits office to intercede in us, as Christ intercedes for us. But what great need is there of the Spirit, to reade a Prayer out of a Book? Other use therefore of the Common-prayer at this day I know not,
The Apostle Says, We know not what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Helpeth our infi•mities, Rom. 8. 26. It is the Spirits office to intercede in us, as christ intercedes for us. But what great need is there of the Spirit, to read a Prayer out of a Book? Other use Therefore of the Common prayer At this day I know not,
To which may be also added, the a•ming of Persecu•ors with a bloody Weapon and Instrument of Violence, whereby to oppress the Consciences of Gods faithful Ministers and people, which some Ep••copall men, who have been more ingenuous then the rest of their fellows, have been so convinced of, that they have confessed it.
To which may be also added, the a•ming of Persecu•ors with a bloody Weapon and Instrument of Violence, whereby to oppress the Consciences of God's faithful Ministers and people, which Some Ep••copall men, who have been more ingenuous then the rest of their Fellows, have been so convinced of, that they have confessed it.
but a great part of Canonical Scripture quite omitted, and left out of the Kalender. The Superstitious Observations of Holydayes, the Sign of the Cross, Churching of Women, Those absurd broken responds,
but a great part of Canonical Scripture quite omitted, and left out of the Calendar. The Superstitious Observations of Holidays, the Signen of the Cross, Churching of Women, Those absurd broken responds,
cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n1 av vvn, cc vvd av pp-f dt n1. dt j n2 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, j-vvg pp-f n2, d j vvn vvz,
Yea, there is Nonsense in it, as when they call the Lessons out of Isaiah, Joel, and the Prophets, Epistles. And when that Collect, where they say, Thou hast sent thy Son to be born as on this day, is appointed to be said six dayes together one after another,
Yea, there is Nonsense in it, as when they call the Lessons out of Isaiah, Joel, and the prophets, Epistles. And when that Collect, where they say, Thou hast sent thy Son to be born as on this day, is appointed to be said six days together one After Another,
uh, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp c-crq pns32 vvb dt n2 av pp-f np1, np1, cc dt n2, n2. cc c-crq d vvb, c-crq pns32 vvb, pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn crd n2 av crd p-acp n-jn,
and will the men of that Perswasion be so disingenuous, as to requite evil for good? will you be worse then the Scribes and Pharisees? who though they had not the grace to forgive their enemies,
and will the men of that Persuasion be so disingenuous, as to requite evil for good? will you be Worse then the Scribes and Pharisees? who though they had not the grace to forgive their enemies,
cc vmb dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbb av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp j? vmb pn22 vbi jc cs dt n2 cc np2? q-crq cs pns32 vhd xx dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2,
If you will be content with your own Liberty, and suffer your Neighbours that differ from you, to live peaceably and quietly with you, you may go to Gilgal, and pass over to beth-aven, make haste towards Rome, be as Idolatrous and Superstitious as you please, I know no Minister,
If you will be content with your own Liberty, and suffer your Neighbours that differ from you, to live peaceably and quietly with you, you may go to Gilgal, and pass over to beth-aven, make haste towards Room, be as Idolatrous and Superstitious as you please, I know no Minister,
cs pn22 vmb vbi j p-acp po22 d n1, cc vvb po22 n2 cst vvb p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-jn p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc vvi a-acp p-acp j, vvb n1 p-acp vvi, vbb a-acp j cc j c-acp pn22 vvb, pns11 vvb dx n1,
but for any external impediment, we leave that to the Magistrate to whom it belongs, to remo•e the high places, and break the Images, and •ut down the Groves.
but for any external impediment, we leave that to the Magistrate to whom it belongs, to remo•e the high places, and break the Images, and •ut down the Groves.
p-acp p-acp d j n1, pns12 vvb cst p-acp dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz, p-acp vbr dt j n2, cc vvi dt n2, cc av a-acp dt n2.
But if you will not be content to sin alone, but will needs persecute and compel us to sin and perish with you, you will engage the Prayers of all the people of God against you as one man.
But if you will not be content to sin alone, but will needs persecute and compel us to since and perish with you, you will engage the Prayers of all the people of God against you as one man.
cc-acp cs pn22 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi av-j, cc-acp vmb av vvi cc vvi pno12 p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp pn22, pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn22 p-acp crd n1.
but all the Souls that have been converted, or comforted and edified by our Ministry, of whom you know there be, through the grace of Christ, many in this City and Nation, they will all cry to the Lord against you for want of Bread,
but all the Souls that have been converted, or comforted and edified by our Ministry, of whom you know there be, through the grace of christ, many in this city and nation, they will all cry to the Lord against you for want of Bred,
cc-acp d dt n2 cst vhb vbn vvn, cc vvd cc vvn p-acp po12 n1, pp-f ro-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d p-acp d n1 cc n1, pns32 vmb d vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f n1,
You may see throughout the whole Scripture, and especially in the Book of the Revelation, what a powerful influence they have into all the Revolutions of Providence:
You may see throughout the Whole Scripture, and especially in the Book of the Revelation, what a powerful influence they have into all the Revolutions of Providence:
before the opening of the Seven Seals, we reade of golden Vials full of od•urs, which are the Prayers of the Saints, Rev. 5. 8. and before the sounding of the Seven Trumpets, that great and dreadful dispensation of Providence, consisting of four lesser Woes, which made way for the three great Woes; for the Pope, who appears openly under the fifth Trumpet, and for the Turk, who breaks loose in the sixth, and for the final destruction of all Enemies, by the seventh Trumpet. The introduct•on to all these astonishing Judgements was this, Christ appears as the Angel of the Covenant, with a golden Censer in his hand,
before the opening of the Seven Seals, we read of golden Vials full of od•urs, which Are the Prayers of the Saints, Rev. 5. 8. and before the sounding of the Seven Trumpets, that great and dreadful Dispensation of Providence, consisting of four lesser Woes, which made Way for the three great Woes; for the Pope, who appears openly under the fifth Trumpet, and for the Turk, who breaks lose in the sixth, and for the final destruction of all Enemies, by the seventh Trumpet. The introduct•on to all these astonishing Judgments was this, christ appears as the Angel of the Covenant, with a golden Censer in his hand,
and with much Incense of his own merits and mediation, and offers it up with the prayers of all Saints, upon the golden Altar which was before the Throne;
and with much Incense of his own merits and mediation, and offers it up with the Prayers of all Saints, upon the golden Altar which was before the Throne;
cc p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 d n2 cc n1, cc vvz pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1;
and the smoke of th• Incense, with the prayers of the Saints, ascended up before God out of the Angels hand, and after this there followed Thunderings and Lightnings, and dreadful dispensations, Rev. 8. 3, 4. Lastly,
and the smoke of th• Incense, with the Prayers of the Saints, ascended up before God out of the Angels hand, and After this there followed Thunderings and Lightnings, and dreadful dispensations, Rev. 8. 3, 4. Lastly,
cc dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, vvn a-acp p-acp np1 av pp-f dt ng1 n1, cc p-acp d a-acp vvn n2-vvg cc n2, cc j n2, n1 crd crd, crd ord,
before the pouring out of the seven Vials, which is thought by many to be the dispensation that these Times are under, the Saints are brought in praying and praising God, Rev. 15. and the seven Angels, the Instruments of Christ in the execution of these Plagues, are said to come out of the Temple, that is, out of Reformed Churches, ver. 6. and one of the four living Creatures, which some of the b•• Interpreters understand to be Church-Officers,
before the pouring out of the seven Vials, which is Thought by many to be the Dispensation that these Times Are under, the Saints Are brought in praying and praising God, Rev. 15. and the seven Angels, the Instruments of christ in the execution of these Plagues, Are said to come out of the Temple, that is, out of Reformed Churches, ver. 6. and one of the four living Creatures, which Some of the b•• Interpreters understand to be Church-Officers,
p-acp dt vvg av pp-f dt crd n2, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp d pc-acp vbi dt n1 cst d n2 vbr p-acp, dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg np1, n1 crd cc dt crd n2, dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, vbr vvn p-acp vvb av pp-f dt n1, cst vbz, av pp-f vvn n2, fw-la. crd cc crd pp-f dt crd j-vvg n2, r-crq d pp-f dt n1 n2 vvb pc-acp vbi n2,
and Ministers of the Gospel, gave unto the seven Angels, seven golden Vials full of the wrath of God, who liveth for ever and ever, ver. 7. It is their Faith and Prayers,
and Ministers of the Gospel, gave unto the seven Angels, seven golden Vials full of the wrath of God, who lives for ever and ever, ver. 7. It is their Faith and Prayers,
cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vvd p-acp dt crd n2, crd j n2 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz p-acp av cc av, fw-la. crd pn31 vbz po32 n1 cc n2,
and to be thrown with it into the bottom of the sea, then to offend one of these little ones, how dreadful will it then be to offend and grieve the Spirit of God in the hearts of all his people,
and to be thrown with it into the bottom of the sea, then to offend one of these little ones, how dreadful will it then be to offend and grieve the Spirit of God in the hearts of all his people,
cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi crd pp-f d j pi2, c-crq j vmb pn31 av vbi pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d po31 n1,
Persecution is a very ripening sin, and therefore if once you super-adde the sin of Persecution to the sin of Superstition, you will be quickly ripe for final ruine,
Persecution is a very ripening since, and Therefore if once you superadd the since of Persecution to the since of Superstition, you will be quickly ripe for final ruin,
And in the day when God shall visit you, the guilt of all the righteous blood that hath been shed upon the face of the earth, from the blood of Abel, to the blood of Ʋdall, and unto this day, it will come down the hill upon your heads,
And in the day when God shall visit you, the guilt of all the righteous blood that hath been shed upon the face of the earth, from the blood of Abel, to the blood of Ʋdall, and unto this day, it will come down the hill upon your Heads,
The Lord Jesus, when the day of Vengeance is in his heart, and when the year of his Redeemed is come, which is not far off, he will then require all that blood,
The Lord jesus, when the day of Vengeance is in his heart, and when the year of his Redeemed is come, which is not Far off, he will then require all that blood,
dt n1 np1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, cc c-crq dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn vbz vvn, r-crq vbz xx av-j a-acp, pns31 vmb av vvi d cst n1,
Dr. Fulke against Saunders of Images, pag. 64. Ames 〈 … 〉sh 〈 ◊ 〉, 〈 ◊ 〉 2. pag. 322. 327. Calv. in Josh. 22. Pa•ker of the Cros•, part 1. pag 52. 53.
Dr. Fulke against Sanders of Images, page. 64. Ames 〈 … 〉sh 〈 ◊ 〉, 〈 ◊ 〉 2. page. 322. 327. Calvin in Josh. 22. Pa•ker of the Cros•, part 1. page 52. 53.
Mr. Ʋdall was a godly Non-Co〈 … 〉able Minister, who was cast into Prison by the Bishops, and at last died the•e, by means of their cruelty towards him.
Mr. Ʋdall was a godly Non-Co〈 … 〉able Minister, who was cast into Prison by the Bishops, and At last died the•e, by means of their cruelty towards him.
