The new Jerusalem the perfection of beauty, the joy of the whole earth described in the booke of the Revelation ; illustrated in sundry points according to the spirituall sense that devout minds may receive increase of light and consolation ; in a sermon composed for the learned Society of Astrologers at their generall meeting, Aug. 14, anno 1651.
AFore entrance be into the Interpretation of the Text, it is not impertinent to mention in briefe some of the different understandings of S. Johns Description of the New Jerusalem. It hath been conceived by many, that it is wholly concerning the state of the Blessed, departed out of the body.
AFore Entrance be into the Interpretation of the Text, it is not impertinent to mention in brief Some of the different understandings of S. Johns Description of the New Jerusalem. It hath been conceived by many, that it is wholly Concerning the state of the Blessed, departed out of the body.
But most high understanding Authors in mysticall Divinity, deliver that there is a Spirituall sense thereof, on the which at this present it shall be altogether insisted.
But most high understanding Authors in mystical Divinity, deliver that there is a Spiritual sense thereof, on the which At this present it shall be altogether insisted.
And that some places are so to be understood, it is expresly signified in the Revelation it selfe, where it is said, And their dead bodies shall lie in the street of the great city, which Spiritually is called Sodom and Egypt, where also our Lord was Crucified.
And that Some places Are so to be understood, it is expressly signified in the Revelation it self, where it is said, And their dead bodies shall lie in the street of the great City, which Spiritually is called Sodom and Egypt, where also our Lord was crucified.
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And they which teach that every place of Scripture hath a forefold meaning, viz. Litterall, Allegoricall, Tropologicall, and Anagogicall, doe by Consequence grant, what is here affirmed. Yea Mr. Brightman teacheth likewise.
And they which teach that every place of Scripture hath a forefold meaning, viz. Literal, Allegorical, Tropological, and Anagogical, do by Consequence grant, what is Here affirmed. Yea Mr. Brightman Teaches likewise.
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and now partake of the Comfort therof, we are to endeavour to be, as the Gospell prescribeth, where it saith, If any man be in Christ, hee is a new creature:
and now partake of the Comfort thereof, we Are to endeavour to be, as the Gospel prescribeth, where it Says, If any man be in christ, he is a new creature:
but (as the Apostle saith) to be transformed by the renewing of our minde, that we may proove, what is that good, that acceptable and perfect will of God.
but (as the Apostle Says) to be transformed by the renewing of our mind, that we may prove, what is that good, that acceptable and perfect will of God.
There are foure things to be considered in this portion of Scriprure. 1. Why it is said, I John saw the holy Cittie, new Jerusalem. 2. Whether it is signified to come downe from God out of heaven. 3. Sundry particular matters of the said most glorious City. 4. The profit or use of all the same.
There Are foure things to be considered in this portion of Scripture. 1. Why it is said, I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem. 2. Whither it is signified to come down from God out of heaven. 3. Sundry particular matters of the said most glorious city. 4. The profit or use of all the same.
and the name Signifieth the grace of the Lord, it teacheth, that they are to be Spirituall Iohns, gracious Persons, to whom God will now vouchsafe an insight into the said spirituall and heavenly Frame.
and the name Signifies the grace of the Lord, it Teaches, that they Are to be Spiritual Iohns, gracious Persons, to whom God will now vouchsafe an insight into the said spiritual and heavenly Frame.
And this point is confirmed by many Scriptures, as Mat. 11.25, 26, 27. Dan. 12.10. and 9.13. Psal. 25.12.14. and 1 Joh. 4.7.8. &c. The use whereof is first for Refutation, to declare that they are in errour, which suppose that they can comprehend the knowledge of this citty by their naturall wisdom and learning.
And this point is confirmed by many Scriptures, as Mathew 11.25, 26, 27. Dan. 12.10. and 9.13. Psalm 25.12.14. and 1 John 4.7.8. etc. The use whereof is First for Refutation, to declare that they Are in error, which suppose that they can comprehend the knowledge of this City by their natural Wisdom and learning.
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Whereas were the Exhortation onely hearkned unto, viz. Having therefore these promises (dearly beloved) let us cleanse our selves from all filthines of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holines in the feare of God, Christ would give us light, the Spirit of truth will more and more come into us,
Whereas were the Exhortation only hearkened unto, viz. Having Therefore these promises (dearly Beloved) let us cleanse our selves from all filthiness of the Flesh and Spirit, perfecting holiness in the Fear of God, christ would give us Light, the Spirit of truth will more and more come into us,
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A third use is for Instruction, that we for to see this glorious citty descending out of heaven from God, doe like Iohn enter into spirituall Ascension, with heart and mind to have our conversation in heaven:
A third use is for Instruction, that we for to see this glorious City descending out of heaven from God, do like John enter into spiritual Ascension, with heart and mind to have our Conversation in heaven:
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Concerning the seeing here mentioned, that it may the better be understood, it is to be noted, that the Scripture signifieth of eyes within the soule, the which being opened, there is that seen, which the eyes of the body behold not.
Concerning the seeing Here mentioned, that it may the better be understood, it is to be noted, that the Scripture signifies of eyes within the soul, the which being opened, there is that seen, which the eyes of the body behold not.
The Apostle prayed for the Ephesians, that the eyes of their understanding might be inlightened. And Saint Paul saith, hee was sent to open the eyes of the Gentiles.
The Apostle prayed for the Ephesians, that the eyes of their understanding might be enlightened. And Saint Paul Says, he was sent to open the eyes of the Gentiles.
The second point to bee considered is, Whether the New Ierusalem is signified to come downe from God out of heaven? And that the verse immediatly following doth declare, it being there said:
The second point to be considered is, Whither the New Ierusalem is signified to come down from God out of heaven? And that the verse immediately following does declare, it being there said:
It is said to have a variety of sweetnesse in it, and therefore to signify the rich treasure of Gods gifts in his servants, such as are mentioned in the Epistle to the Corinthians, where it is said:
It is said to have a variety of sweetness in it, and Therefore to signify the rich treasure of God's Gifts in his Servants, such as Are mentioned in the Epistle to the Corinthians, where it is said:
to another faith, to another the gifts of healing, to another the working of miracles, to another Prophecie, to another discerning of spirits, to another divers kindes of Tongues, to another the Interpretation of Tongues.
to Another faith, to Another the Gifts of healing, to Another the working of Miracles, to Another Prophecy, to Another discerning of spirits, to Another diverse Kinds of Tongues, to Another the Interpretation of Tongues.
And (saith Master Brightman ) this greennesse is the most Divine knowledge of matters, on which the minde of man doth desire to bee fixed, more than on any thing else.
And (Says Master Brightman) this greenness is the most Divine knowledge of matters, on which the mind of man does desire to be fixed, more than on any thing Else.
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Nathaniel was endued with this precious stone spiritually: for the Lord testified of him, saying: Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom there is no guile.
Nathaniel was endued with this precious stone spiritually: for the Lord testified of him, saying: Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom there is no guile.
and as they are not to overvalew themselves, so not to undervalew themselves overmuch. The Apostle Paul had to doe with those, which did much undervalew him:
and as they Are not to overvalew themselves, so not to undervalue themselves overmuch. The Apostle Paul had to do with those, which did much undervalue him:
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It is said concerning Moses, that he was very meek above all the men, which were upon the face of the earth. S. Peter saith: Be ye clothed with humility. And Christ hath commanded, saying:
It is said Concerning Moses, that he was very meek above all the men, which were upon the face of the earth. S. Peter Says: Be you clothed with humility. And christ hath commanded, saying:
Spiritual Topaz was in the high Priest Onias, concerning whom it is testified, That he was a vertuous and good man, reverend in conversation, gentle in condition,
Spiritual Topaz was in the high Priest Onias, Concerning whom it is testified, That he was a virtuous and good man, reverend in Conversation, gentle in condition,
well spoken also, and exercised from a child in all points of vertue. Zacharias and Elizabeth are signified to have been endued with the same endeavour:
well spoken also, and exercised from a child in all points of virtue. Zacharias and Elizabeth Are signified to have been endued with the same endeavour:
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And therefore it is observed to be the precious vertue the true and lively faith in Jesus Christ. The Apostle saith, That in Christ Jesus neither Circumcision availeth any thing,
And Therefore it is observed to be the precious virtue the true and lively faith in jesus christ. The Apostle Says, That in christ jesus neither Circumcision availeth any thing,
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The twelfth stone is an Amethyst, the which is said to have a purple colour. And whereas to wear purple was in old time the custome of the greatest personages,
The twelfth stone is an Amethyst, the which is said to have a purple colour. And whereas to wear purple was in old time the custom of the greatest Personages,
therefore this precious stone is observed to signify the supreme solace in Christianity, attainable in this world, the which S. John professed to have enjoyed, when as he said:
Therefore this precious stone is observed to signify the supreme solace in Christianity, attainable in this world, the which S. John professed to have enjoyed, when as he said:
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Whereas David in the confession of his sins prayed for the buildings up of the walls of Jerusalem adding that then God should be pleased with the Sacrifices of righteousness, is it not mystically signified, that the wall in the spiritual Jerusalem within David had suffered some decay, he giving way unto his lusts and evil desires;
Whereas David in the Confessi of his Sins prayed for the buildings up of the walls of Jerusalem adding that then God should be pleased with the Sacrifices of righteousness, is it not mystically signified, that the wall in the spiritual Jerusalem within David had suffered Some decay, he giving Way unto his Lustiest and evil Desires;
2. There may next be considered the Pearle of the Cities gates. The Text is: The twelve gates were twelve pearls, every several gate was of one pearle.
2. There may next be considered the Pearl of the Cities gates. The Text is: The twelve gates were twelve Pearls, every several gate was of one pearl.
And He is the most precious of all pearls, which God the Father hath given unto the Church, Most great is the mystery of Christ: He is said to be The all things in all.
And He is the most precious of all Pearls, which God the Father hath given unto the Church, Most great is the mystery of christ: He is said to be The all things in all.
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In this the children of God are manifest, and the children of the Devil: whosoever doth not righteousnes, is not of God, neither he that loveth not his brother.
In this the children of God Are manifest, and the children of the devil: whosoever does not righteousness, is not of God, neither he that loves not his brother.
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Are they not all Ministring spirits, sent forth to minister for them, which shall be heirs of salvation? And where he mentioneth, that the Hebrews were then come unto the heavenly Jerusalem, he addeth also, to an innumerable company of Angels.
are they not all Ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them, which shall be Heirs of salvation? And where he mentioneth, that the Hebrews were then come unto the heavenly Jerusalem, he adds also, to an innumerable company of Angels.
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Whosoever hath the new Jerusalem descending into him, shall more and more have some measure of understanding in the Scriptures deliveries concerning the Ministration of Angels.
Whosoever hath the new Jerusalem descending into him, shall more and more have Some measure of understanding in the Scriptures deliveries Concerning the Ministration of Angels.
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Mr. Brightman observeth it to be signified, that in the new Jerusalem men shall have a most sweet taste of the familiar conversing of the Saints among the holy Angels.
Mr. Brightman observeth it to be signified, that in the new Jerusalem men shall have a most sweet taste of the familiar conversing of the Saints among the holy Angels.
so those streets of the city are those publike duties and traffickings, whereabout the citizens are imployed diligently for the maintaining of this bodily life.
so those streets of the City Are those public duties and traffic, whereabout the Citizens Are employed diligently for the maintaining of this bodily life.
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and even God Himself shining in the Saints, and so are the very streets of this holy city, where the Saints converse, of the same golden brightness of life and conversation in all their dealings, without such fraud and circumventions,
and even God Himself shining in the Saints, and so Are the very streets of this holy City, where the Saints converse, of the same golden brightness of life and Conversation in all their dealings, without such fraud and circumventions,
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And a sanctified soul is a spiritual Paradise, as may appear from the Scripture, O thou that dwellest in the gardens, the companions hearken to thy voyce: cause me to hear it.
And a sanctified soul is a spiritual Paradise, as may appear from the Scripture, Oh thou that dwellest in the gardens, the Sodales harken to thy voice: cause me to hear it.
It is true that Christ is the tree of life, He is (as was aforesaid) The all in all. Now here for the more distinct expressing of matters, we are to consider, what holy Writ also saith, that the tree of life is. Solomon saith:
It is true that christ is the tree of life, He is (as was aforesaid) The all in all. Now Here for the more distinct expressing of matters, we Are to Consider, what holy Writ also Says, that the tree of life is. Solomon Says:
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Come unto me all ye that be desirous of me, and fill your selves with my fruits. Twelve manner of fruits the Tree of life beareth: for the Apostle saith:
Come unto me all you that be desirous of me, and fill your selves with my fruits. Twelve manner of fruits the Tree of life bears: for the Apostle Says:
The infinite wisdom of God, which knoweth all maladies in the minde of mankinde, hath means for the curing of every one of the same in the nations, that fear his great and glorious name.
The infinite Wisdom of God, which Knoweth all maladies in the mind of mankind, hath means for the curing of every one of the same in the Nations, that Fear his great and glorious name.
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whiles they are (as the Apostle describeth) without Christ, being aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the Covenants of Promise, having no hope,
while they Are (as the Apostle Describeth) without christ, being aliens from the Commonwealth of Israel, and Strangers from the Covenants of Promise, having no hope,
God who commanded light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God, in the face of Jesus Christ. And David saith:
God who commanded Light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God, in the face of jesus christ. And David Says:
God in His time, in some measure and manner vouchsafeth unto His holy ones, to have within their spirits a certain beholding of Him, which though it be as through a glass, yet it is unexpressably joyful.
God in His time, in Some measure and manner vouchsafeth unto His holy ones, to have within their spirits a certain beholding of Him, which though it be as through a glass, yet it is unexpressable joyful.
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One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord, all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord,
One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek After, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord, all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord,
There is added in conclusion of the Dsecription, They shall reign for ever and ever. New Jerusalem is a Kingdom, that cannot be shaken, it is a city invincible.
There is added in conclusion of the Dsecription, They shall Reign for ever and ever. New Jerusalem is a Kingdom, that cannot be shaken, it is a City invincible.
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There have been even in every age some, which have endeavoured to finde out the Summum Bonum in this life, to comprehend in what understanding and meditation the minde of man may enjoy most content:
There have been even in every age Some, which have endeavoured to find out the Summum Bonum in this life, to comprehend in what understanding and meditation the mind of man may enjoy most content:
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But they which observe the harmony of the universal Scripture hereunto, and consider unto what Being now, every of the courses bringeth, do plainly perceive, that the enjoying of the spiritual Jerusalem is the Soveraign Good attainable in in this world. Solomon saith:
But they which observe the harmony of the universal Scripture hereunto, and Consider unto what Being now, every of the courses brings, do plainly perceive, that the enjoying of the spiritual Jerusalem is the Sovereign Good attainable in in this world. Solomon Says:
I sought in mine heart to give my self unto wine, (yet acquainting my heart with wisdom) and to lay hold on folly, till I might see what was that Good for the Sons of men, which they should do under the heaven, all the dayes of their life. And he afterward writeth;
I sought in mine heart to give my self unto wine, (yet acquainting my heart with Wisdom) and to lay hold on folly, till I might see what was that Good for the Sons of men, which they should do under the heaven, all the days of their life. And he afterwards Writeth;
when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt. The Apostle saith: Tribulation and anguish, indignation and wrath is upon every soul of man that doth evill.
when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt. The Apostle Says: Tribulation and anguish, Indignation and wrath is upon every soul of man that does evil.
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And they which harden their hearts, and go on in disobedience, and sit in the seat of the scornfull, at length (as Isaiah delivereth) become to have bred within them the gnawing worm, which dieth not;
And they which harden their hearts, and go on in disobedience, and fit in the seat of the scornful, At length (as Isaiah Delivereth) become to have bred within them the gnawing worm, which Dieth not;
and do neglect partaking of his holiness, and growing in the Christian nature, and drawing neerer and neerer unto him in holy understanding and upright Conversation, that saying of David is to be remembred:
and do neglect partaking of his holiness, and growing in the Christian nature, and drawing nearer and nearer unto him in holy understanding and upright Conversation, that saying of David is to be remembered:
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how to lade our selves more and more with thick clay (as the Lord speaketh in Habakkuk ) much less to set our whole hearts on thick clay (as innumerable do,
how to lade our selves more and more with thick clay (as the Lord speaks in Habakkuk) much less to Set our Whole hearts on thick clay (as innumerable do,
The first thing therefore that every one is to do, that would lay a firm foundation for his spiritual welfare now and everlastingly, is throughly to know his own heart, to examine and search unto what it is inclined,
The First thing Therefore that every one is to do, that would lay a firm Foundation for his spiritual welfare now and everlastingly, is thoroughly to know his own heart, to examine and search unto what it is inclined,
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or whether for to cleave unto somewhat which is not the Creatour. Jeremiah saith the heart of man is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked:
or whither for to cleave unto somewhat which is not the Creator. Jeremiah Says the heart of man is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked:
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The one only cause, why there is so much difference, is, because we judge others, afore we have duely judged our own selves by Gods universal Scripture.
The one only cause, why there is so much difference, is, Because we judge Others, afore we have duly judged our own selves by God's universal Scripture.
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The next thing is to set the new Jerusalem spirituall before our eyes, to be a marke whereat to aime and to presse towards it, meditating on the good things therein,
The next thing is to Set the new Jerusalem spiritual before our eyes, to be a mark whereat to aim and to press towards it, meditating on the good things therein,
Also not to insist much on great company in the journey, but to save our owne selves, to get as soone as may be into the city for the increase of our owne good.
Also not to insist much on great company in the journey, but to save our own selves, to get as soon as may be into the City for the increase of our own good.
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to the Generall assembly, and Church of the first borne, which are written in heaven, and to God Iudge of all, and to the spirits of just men made perfect:
to the General assembly, and Church of the First born, which Are written in heaven, and to God Judge of all, and to the spirits of just men made perfect:
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•he second •nt of the •xt. The Vulgar •ine hath in •k. 1.1. Nar•ionem, quae in nobis completae sunt, rerum, a declaration of the things, which are fulfilled in us. • also Arias Montanus, the most great Divine John Arnet, in his first booke of true Christianity, •. 6. teacheth, that the whole New Testament is in some manner to be in us.
•he second •nt of the •xt. The vulgar •ine hath in •k. 1.1. Nar•ionem, Quae in nobis completae sunt, rerum, a declaration of the things, which Are fulfilled in us. • also Arias Montanus, the most great Divine John Arnet, in his First book of true Christianity, •. 6. Teaches, that the Whole New Testament is in Some manner to be in us.
S. Paul beseeched the Corinthians by the meekness and gentlenes• of Christ. 2 Cor. 10.1. The Geneva note interpreteth gentleness to be that nature, which is inclined to mercy, rather than to rigour of justice.
S. Paul beseeched the Corinthians by the meekness and gentlenes• of christ. 2 Cor. 10.1. The Geneva note interpreteth gentleness to be that nature, which is inclined to mercy, rather than to rigour of Justice.
2 Mac. 15.1 It is remarkably said in 2 Mac. 31. That the holy city was inhabited with al• peace, and th• Lawes were kept very well, because of the godliness of Onias the High Priest, and his hatred of wickedne• He is praised NONLATINALPHABET for hating of evill. Psal. 97.10.
2 Mac. 15.1 It is remarkably said in 2 Mac. 31. That the holy City was inhabited with al• peace, and th• Laws were kept very well, Because of the godliness of Onias the High Priest, and his hatred of wickedne• He is praised for hating of evil. Psalm 97.10.
It is read in •e margent Isa. 24.23. •here shall be •ory before •is ancients. •hey are the •iritual Eagles gathered to the body, and feeding thereon. Luke 17.37. They hear the joyful •iritual sound. Psal. 89.15. They are raised up together with Christ, and made to sit toge•er in heavenly places in Christ Jesus. Eph. 2.6.
It is read in •e margin Isaiah 24.23. •here shall be •ory before •is ancients. •hey Are the •iritual Eagles gathered to the body, and feeding thereon. Lycia 17.37. They hear the joyful •iritual found. Psalm 89.15. They Are raised up together with christ, and made to fit toge•er in heavenly places in christ jesus. Ephesians 2.6.
So Haraeus •th related on •ev. 21. in his •dition of the •lgar Bible •th Expositi•s. •ther exposi•s deliver •her observa•ns on the •d stones; • unto the •omoting of •rtue, and so •y are profit•le.
So Haraeus •th related on •ev. 21. in his •dition of the •lgar bible •th Expositi•s. •ther exposi•s deliver •her observa•ns on the •d stones; • unto the •omoting of •rtue, and so •y Are profit•le.
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Christ is the foundation. 1 Cor. 3.11. And yet Esr• is called, the • foundation o• the coming out of Baby• Ezra 7.9. See the margent. The Apostle sait• Christ is bef• all things, a• by him all things consi• In all thing• He hath the preheminen• Col. 1.17, 1•
christ is the Foundation. 1 Cor. 3.11. And yet Esr• is called, the • Foundation o• the coming out of Baby• Ezra 7.9. See the margin. The Apostle sait• christ is bef• all things, a• by him all things consi• In all thing• He hath the preheminen• Col. 1.17, 1•
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Another me•rable. Simi•de is afore •ses 3, 4, 5. •e narrow is • be gon tho• for to come •o the broad. •t. 7.13, 14. •t is almost •redible, that •re have been so many divers opinions about the Summum bonum, as Varro relateth, He is said • have collected 188. thereabout.
another me•rable. Simi•de is afore •ses 3, 4, 5. •e narrow is • be gone tho• for to come •o the broad. •t. 7.13, 14. •t is almost •redible, that •re have been so many diverse opinions about the Summum bonum, as Varro relateth, He is said • have collected 188. thereabouts.
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•n Rev. 21. •. And on •se 17. They •ll do no•ng at their •n pleasure, •l as their •es list, but •y shall re•ct the will God in all •gs, as if • were the •gels of •d: and in • sort they •l fulfill the •e will of • most pro•ously through the guidance of Gods spirit, which shall lead them into the land of righteous•.
•n Rev. 21. •. And on •se 17. They •ll do no•ng At their •n pleasure, •l as their •es list, but •y shall re•ct the will God in all •gs, as if • were the •gels of •d: and in • sort they •l fulfil the •e will of • most pro•ously through the guidance of God's Spirit, which shall led them into the land of righteous•.
Ps. 63.1, • It is wor• the noting, • some of the •cient Genti• are signifie• have apprehended, that there is now some manner and measure of seeing God attainable, • also of knowledge of holy Angels. Polanus in his Synt. lib. 1. cap. 1. saith: Per Theurgicas conse•tiones idoncum sicri animum Gentiles credebant, ad susceptionem spirituum Angelicorum, & ad D•videndum.
Ps. 63.1, • It is wor• the noting, • Some of the •cient Genti• Are signifie• have apprehended, that there is now Some manner and measure of seeing God attainable, • also of knowledge of holy Angels. Polanus in his Saint lib. 1. cap. 1. Says: Per Theurgicas conse•tiones idoncum sicri animum Gentiles Credebant, ad susceptionem spirituum Angelicorum, & ad D•videndum.
Isa. 66.24. The Hebrew there signifie not literally have transgressed, but transgressing; it speaketh of the present. NONLATINALPHABET See Prov. 9.18. Mat. 3.10.
Isaiah 66.24. The Hebrew there signify not literally have transgressed, but transgressing; it speaks of the present. See Curae 9.18. Mathew 3.10.
Tim. 6.17, •, 19. •at. 6.19, 20, •. Luke 12.20, •. •od requireth •at every one •m his youth • do increase • spiritual •hes, together •th a due en•avour for •e necessary •ngs of this •e. •ut. 31.12, •. •cles. 12.1. •hes. 6.4. and 2 Tim. 3.15. Psal. 84.7. and 2 Thes. 3.8. and 1 Tim. 5.8.
Tim. 6.17, •, 19. •at. 6.19, 20, •. Luke 12.20, •. •od requires •at every one •m his youth • do increase • spiritual •hes, together •th a due en•avour for •e necessary •ngs of this •e. •ut. 31.12, •. •cles. 12.1. •hes. 6.4. and 2 Tim. 3.15. Psalm 84.7. and 2 Thebes 3.8. and 1 Tim. 5.8.
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The way unto the New Jerusalem spiritual, in which the Patriarchs, Prophet• and Apostles, and all the people of God, have ever walked, and so in this life enjoyed it, is i• plain and perfect manner declared in the Treatis• intituled. A way unto true Christian unity.
The Way unto the New Jerusalem spiritual, in which the Patriarchs, Prophet• and Apostles, and all the people of God, have ever walked, and so in this life enjoyed it, is i• plain and perfect manner declared in the Treatis• entitled. A Way unto true Christian unity.
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