A sermon preached at the assizes held at Leicester for that county on the twenty third day of March, 1681/2 by Nathaniel Alsop.

Alsop, Nathaniel
Publisher: Printed for S Carr
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1682
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A25201 ESTC ID: R23629 STC ID: A2904
Subject Headings: Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 EXOD. XX. 12. Honour thy Father and thy Mother, that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. EXOD. XX. 12. Honour thy Father and thy Mother, that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God gives thee. np1. crd. crd n1 po21 n1 cc po21 n1, cst po21 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 po21 np1 vvz pno21. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 5
1 THE Law of the Decalogue recorded in this Chapter, hath one pre-eminence above other parts of the Scripture; THE Law of the Decalogue recorded in this Chapter, hath one preeminence above other parts of the Scripture; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1, vhz crd n1 p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
2 if they were dictated by the Spirit of God, this was also written by his Finger; if they were dictated by the Spirit of God, this was also written by his Finger; cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d vbds av vvn p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
3 which may serve as a nota bene, a Hand in the Margin, to direct and engage our Observation. which may serve as a nota bene, a Hand in the Margin, to Direct and engage our Observation. r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt fw-la fw-la, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
4 That part of it which I have read, is also recommended unto us by its singular Circumstances; That part of it which I have read, is also recommended unto us by its singular circumstances; cst n1 pp-f pn31 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, vbz av vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp po31 j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
5 St. Paul observes it is the first Commandment with promise, Ephes. 6.2. Saint Paul observes it is the First Commandment with promise, Ephesians 6.2. n1 np1 vvz pn31 vbz dt ord n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
6 And among the Moderns, Grotius notes, how fitly it stands in the front of the second Table, agreeably to the method of the Roman Laws, which in the first place secur'd the Sanctity of the Government; And among the Moderns, Grotius notes, how fitly it Stands in the front of the second Table, agreeably to the method of the Roman Laws, which in the First place secured the Sanctity of the Government; cc p-acp dt np2-j, np1 n2, c-crq av-j pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp n2, r-crq p-acp dt ord n1 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
7 so this here containing the Nerves and Force of those special Laws, which are the preservatives of Humane Society, deservedly takes precedence of the rest. so this Here containing the Nerves and Force of those special Laws, which Are the preservatives of Humane Society, deservedly Takes precedence of the rest. av d av vvg dt n2 cc n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f j n1, av-vvn vvz n1 pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 5
8 As to the sense and meaning of the words, the Jewish Interpreters and Christians do generally consent, that the duty of Subjects to their respective Civil Governours, is more than by Consequence and Reduction here intended: As to the sense and meaning of the words, the Jewish Interpreters and Christians do generally consent, that the duty of Subject's to their respective Civil Governors, is more than by Consequence and Reduction Here intended: p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, dt jp n2 cc np1 vdb av-j vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp po32 j j n2, vbz av-dc cs p-acp n1 cc n1 av vvn: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
9 Imperium sancitur, praecipitur obedientia, saith Melancthon upon the place: Imperium sancitur, praecipitur obedientia, Says Melanchthon upon the place: np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la, vvz np1 p-acp dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
10 And Calvin goes about to assign the Reason, why a name of Nature is here given to a Political Relation: And calvin Goes about to assign the Reason, why a name of Nature is Here given to a Political Relation: cc np1 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, q-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
11 It is, saith he, to soften the savage disposition of Man, who is naturally impatient of Subjection; It is, Says he, to soften the savage disposition of Man, who is naturally impatient of Subjection; pn31 vbz, vvz pns31, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz av-j j pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
12 to bring the stiff-neck, and Iron Sinnew of corrupt Nature, to the yoke of Obedience. to bring the stiff-neck, and Iron Sinnew of corrupt Nature, to the yoke of obedience. pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1 n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
13 The Truth is what Zophar replies to Job, Man is born like the wild Asses Colt, all restraint is against the Grain, every one naturally goes big with Caesar, and cannot brook a Superior; The Truth is what Zophar replies to Job, Man is born like the wild Asses Colt, all restraint is against the Grain, every one naturally Goes big with Caesar, and cannot brook a Superior; dt n1 vbz q-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1, n1 vbz vvn av-j dt j ng1 n1, d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, d pi av-j vvz j p-acp np1, cc vmbx vvi dt j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
14 or else, it may be, the tang of our first Parents aspiring, still ferments in the Blood, to be tanquam dii, equal to them that are called Gods. It was therefore upon necessary considerations that St. Paul lays his Apostolical Injunction upon Titus, the Man of God, chap. 3. v. 5. to put them in mind to be subject to Principalities and Powers, and to obey Magistrates. or Else, it may be, the tang of our First Parents aspiring, still ferments in the Blood, to be tanquam Gods, equal to them that Are called God's It was Therefore upon necessary considerations that Saint Paul lays his Apostolical Injunction upon Titus, the Man of God, chap. 3. v. 5. to put them in mind to be Subject to Principalities and Powers, and to obey Magistrates. cc av, pn31 vmb vbi, dt n1 pp-f po12 ord n2 vvg, av n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi fw-la crd, j-jn p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn n2 pn31 vbds av p-acp j n2 cst n1 np1 vvz po31 j n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, n1 crd n1 crd p-acp vvd pno32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp n2 cc n2, cc pc-acp vvi n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 2 Page 6
15 It is not enough this be taught and known, but for the great moment of its practice, it ought to be pressed and inculcated, put them in mind. If the Doctrine of Subjection, which is as demonstrable as any Theorem in Euclid's Geometry, was also as much abstracted from the Interests and Passions of Men, It is not enough this be taught and known, but for the great moment of its practice, it ought to be pressed and inculcated, put them in mind. If the Doctrine of Subjection, which is as demonstrable as any Theorem in Euclid's Geometry, was also as much abstracted from the Interests and Passion of Men, pn31 vbz xx d d vbb vvn cc vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn, vvd pno32 p-acp n1. cs dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz a-acp j c-acp d fw-la p-acp npg1 n1, vbds av a-acp av-d vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
16 as they are, then might it expect as free and easie a passage; as they Are, then might it expect as free and easy a passage; c-acp pns32 vbr, av vmd pn31 vvi p-acp j cc j dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
17 but when this Nail must be driven against the inward resistance of Pride, and Ambition, of Envy, Avarice, but when this Nail must be driven against the inward resistance of Pride, and Ambition, of Envy, Avarice, cc-acp c-crq d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, pp-f n1, n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
18 and Revenge, and such like impenetrable Opposites; no wonder if a greater Force, and better Skill be required, and repeated strokes: and Revenge, and such like impenetrable Opposites; no wonder if a greater Force, and better Skill be required, and repeated Strokes: cc n1, cc d av-j j n2-jn; dx n1 cs dt jc n1, cc jc n1 vbi vvn, cc vvn n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
19 and it were to be wished, that some one, a Master of Assemblies, had undertaken the fastening of it at this time; and it were to be wished, that Some one, a Master of Assemblies, had undertaken the fastening of it At this time; cc pn31 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn, cst d pi, dt n1 pp-f n2, vhd vvn dt vvg pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
20 in which vacancy the forementioned Causes have wrought with me also, the meanest of my Brethren, to attempt this part of my Office and Duty; in which vacancy the forementioned Causes have wrought with me also, the Meanest of my Brothers, to attempt this part of my Office and Duty; p-acp r-crq n1 dt j n2 vhb vvn p-acp pno11 av, dt js pp-f po11 n2, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 6
21 especially being stirred up with the great and crying Sin of the Times, which is plainly a wantonness under the gentle Yoke, a surfeiting upon the blessings of Government; especially being stirred up with the great and crying since of the Times, which is plainly a wantonness under the gentle Yoke, a surfeiting upon the blessings of Government; av-j vbg vvn a-acp p-acp dt j cc vvg n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
22 and I fear there is but too much cause to complain, that it is fairly drawing on to an Open Contempt of Authority: and I Fear there is but too much cause to complain, that it is fairly drawing on to an Open Contempt of authority: cc pns11 vvb a-acp vbz p-acp av d n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbz av-j vvg a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
23 and who then is so hardy, as not to dread the Event? If such provocations as these should awaken the Vengeance of Heaven, and who then is so hardy, as not to dread the Event? If such provocations as these should awaken the Vengeance of Heaven, cc r-crq av vbz av j, c-acp xx pc-acp vvi dt n1? cs d n2 c-acp d vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
24 and move God by his immediate Arm to assert the Honour of his own Institution; and move God by his immediate Arm to assert the Honour of his own Institution; cc vvi np1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
25 the Image of our distempered State any one may behold in the Glass of the Israelites. It was at the time when their Supream Governour was one of the meekest and most merciful Men upon the Earth; the Image of our distempered State any one may behold in the Glass of the Israelites. It was At the time when their Supreme Governor was one of the Meekest and most merciful Men upon the Earth; dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1 d pi vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2. pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 c-crq po32 j n1 vbds pi pp-f dt js cc av-ds j n2 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
26 it was not long after their deliverance from the Aegyptian Bondage, where they had smarted by the Impositions of the most cruel Taskmasters that ever an ingenuous People groaned under; it was not long After their deliverance from the Egyptian Bondage, where they had smarted by the Impositions of the most cruel Taskmasters that ever an ingenuous People groaned under; pn31 vbds xx av-j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt jp n1, c-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j n2 cst av dt j n1 vvd p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
27 and yet upon every little Discontent, if all things went not according to their own Hearts wish, immediately they grow sick of the Government, and yet upon every little Discontent, if all things went not according to their own Hearts wish, immediately they grow sick of the Government, cc av p-acp d j n1, cs d n2 vvd xx vvg p-acp po32 d n2 vvi, av-j pns32 vvb j pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
28 and quis est iste Moses? Why doth this Moses, and the Priest his Brother, take so much upon them? They grew weary of Manna, and quis est iste Moses? Why does this Moses, and the Priest his Brother, take so much upon them? They grew weary of Manna, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la np1? q-crq vdz d np1, cc dt n1 po31 n1, vvb av av-d p-acp pno32? pns32 vvd j pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
29 and nauseated the Bread of Heaven, because it was constant, and ever provided for them at hand; and nauseated the Bred of Heaven, Because it was constant, and ever provided for them At hand; cc j dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vbds j, cc av vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
30 but instead thereof asked Meat for their Lusts. It was not enough to satisfy their natural Appetites, but instead thereof asked Meat for their Lusts. It was not enough to satisfy their natural Appetites, cc-acp av av vvd n1 p-acp po32 np1 pn31 vbds xx av-d pc-acp vvi po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
31 and real Wants, but their wandering Fancies, and their various Dissenting Pallats must be humoured also; and real Wants, but their wandering Fancies, and their various Dissenting Palates must be humoured also; cc j vvz, cc-acp po32 j-vvg n2, cc po32 j vvg n2 vmb vbi vvn av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
32 and upon such distates like these, they fell into frequent Mutinies and Associations against the Lord, and against his Vice-gerent; and upon such distates like these, they fell into frequent Mutinies and Associations against the Lord, and against his Vicegerent; cc p-acp d vvz av-j d, pns32 vvd p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
33 insomuch that Moses was forced to declare freely, in that his Farewell-Oration, which Josephus hath left penned unto us, in the Fourth Book of his Antiquities, That he was more often in hazzard of his Life from them, insomuch that Moses was forced to declare freely, in that his Farewell-Oration, which Josephus hath left penned unto us, in the Fourth Book of his Antiquities, That he was more often in hazard of his Life from them, av d np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi av-j, p-acp cst po31 n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn vvn p-acp pno12, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n2, cst pns31 vbds av-dc av p-acp vvi pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
34 than from any other of his Uncircumcised Enemies. than from any other of his Uncircumcised Enemies. cs p-acp d n-jn pp-f po31 j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 7
35 I shall not stay to adjust the Circumstances, nor set the Members of the Comparison in joint; I shall not stay to adjust the circumstances, nor Set the Members of the Comparison in joint; pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp j dt n2, ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 8
36 but only to shew how far we have sunk from the Rule of our Duty, but only to show how Far we have sunk from the Rule of our Duty, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j pns12 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 8
37 and still are falling? give me leave to point you back, up as far as to the Source and Fountain of all Political Sanctions, the Basis of Government, the Cement of Societies, the Princes heavenly, and still Are falling? give me leave to point you back, up as Far as to the Source and Fountain of all Political Sanctions, the Basis of Government, the Cement of Societies, the Princes heavenly, cc av vbr vvg? vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 av, a-acp c-acp av-j c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, dt ng1 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 8
38 and unforfeitable Charter, comprehended in this short Precept, Honour thy Father and thy Mother, &c. In which Words I shall observe no more Particulars, and unforfeitable Charter, comprehended in this short Precept, Honour thy Father and thy Mother, etc. In which Words I shall observe no more Particulars, cc j n1, vvn p-acp d j n1, vvb po21 n1 cc po21 n1, av p-acp r-crq n2 pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc n2-j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 8
39 than what are obvious unto every Eye: As, 1. The Stile or Title here given to the Supream Magistrate, of a Parent. than what Are obvious unto every Eye: As, 1. The Style or Title Here given to the Supreme Magistrate, of a Parent. cs r-crq vbr j p-acp d n1: c-acp, crd dt n1 cc n1 av vvn p-acp dt j n1, pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 3 Page 8
40 2. The Debt belonging unto him, Honour. 2. The Debt belonging unto him, Honour. crd dt n1 vvg p-acp pno31, n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 5 Page 8
41 3. The enforcement of the Duty by a Promise, but with the implication of a severe Threat, that thy days may be long upon the Land, &c. 1. The Stile here is a Name full of Obligation and Endearment; 3. The enforcement of the Duty by a Promise, but with the implication of a severe Threat, that thy days may be long upon the Land, etc. 1. The Style Here is a Name full of Obligation and Endearment; crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst po21 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, av crd dt n1 av vbz dt n1 j pp-f n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 6 Page 8
42 we find God himself often calling his People to reflect upon it, to hold them fast to their Duty; we find God himself often calling his People to reflect upon it, to hold them fast to their Duty; pns12 vvb np1 px31 av vvg po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j p-acp po32 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
43 for I am a Father to Israel, saith God, Jer. 31.9. he pitieth as a Father, Psal. 103.13. with all the bowels and tenderness that can be shewed; for I am a Father to Israel, Says God, Jer. 31.9. he Pitieth as a Father, Psalm 103.13. with all the bowels and tenderness that can be showed; c-acp pns11 vbm dt n1 p-acp np1, vvz np1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp d dt n2 cc n1 cst vmb vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
44 he corrects as a Father, Prov. 3.12. alwaies within measure, and less than our Offences deserve; he corrects as a Father, Curae 3.12. always within measure, and less than our Offences deserve; pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. av p-acp n1, cc av-dc cs po12 n2 vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
45 and upon the same score he also claims the observance of Sons, Mal. 1.6. and upon the same score he also claims the observance of Sons, Malachi 1.6. cc p-acp dt d n1 pns31 av vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
46 And no doubt but this Title here given to Kings and Sovereign Powers is very apt to move Obedience, to becalm the strivings of the People, And no doubt but this Title Here given to Kings and Sovereign Powers is very apt to move obedience, to becalm the strivings of the People, cc dx n1 p-acp d n1 av vvn p-acp n2 cc j-jn n2 vbz av j pc-acp vvi n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
47 and to smooth the Yoke of Government, which some Belialites will always spurn at; and to smooth the Yoke of Government, which Some Belialites will always spurn At; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq d np1 vmb av vvi p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 8
48 but what doth Moses then, or rather the Lord himself, thus speak unto us, meerly because of the hardness of our Hearts? Doth he condescend to such mean Artifices, to treat us by the Popular courses of Ambition, which is wont to stroak and sooth the Beast which she designs to ride? No, I suppose the soft and endearing stile here used, is more than a Colour of Rhetorick, but what does Moses then, or rather the Lord himself, thus speak unto us, merely Because of the hardness of our Hearts? Does he condescend to such mean Artifices, to Treat us by the Popular courses of Ambition, which is wont to stroke and sooth the Beast which she designs to ride? No, I suppose the soft and endearing style Here used, is more than a Colour of Rhetoric, cc-acp q-crq vdz np1 av, cc av-c dt n1 px31, av vvb p-acp pno12, av-j c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2? vdz pns31 vvi p-acp d j fw-la, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1 cc n1 dt n1 r-crq pns31 n2 p-acp vvi? uh-dx, pns11 vvb dt j cc vvg n1 av vvn, vbz av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
49 and shall therefore take the occasion, which is fairly offered, to reflect upon the Original of Civil Government; and shall Therefore take the occasion, which is fairly offered, to reflect upon the Original of Civil Government; cc vmb av vvi dt n1, r-crq vbz av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn pp-f j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
50 and the rather, because if it shall appear to be founded in the Natural Right of Paternal Authority, and the rather, Because if it shall appear to be founded in the Natural Right of Paternal authority, cc dt av-c, c-acp cs pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n-jn pp-f j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
51 as the most judicious do affirm, it will prepare the way for that which follows, and the Duty of the Text will be inferred by a necessary Logical deduction. as the most judicious doe affirm, it will prepare the Way for that which follows, and the Duty of the Text will be inferred by a necessary Logical deduction. c-acp dt av-ds j n1 vvi, pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vvz, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 7 Page 9
52 The stile of the Text, being a Name of Nature and Authority too, suggests unto us, in all our researches after the Rise and Birth of Dominion, to have one Eye to the Order and Course of Nature: The style of the Text, being a Name of Nature and authority too, suggests unto us, in all our Researches After the Rise and Birth of Dominion, to have one Eye to the Order and Course of Nature: dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbg dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av, vvz p-acp pno12, p-acp d po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vhi crd n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
53 so that to understand the Original of Civil Power, we must ascend to the true Original of Mankind; so that to understand the Original of Civil Power, we must ascend to the true Original of Mankind; av cst pc-acp vvi dt j-jn pp-f j n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j j-jn pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
54 and this Method will bring us to acknowledge the Truth of that Aphorism of St. Irenaeus, Cujus jussu nascuntur homines, hujus jussu Reges constituuntur. and this Method will bring us to acknowledge the Truth of that Aphorism of Saint Irnaeus, Cujus jussu nascuntur homines, hujus jussu Reges constituuntur. cc d n1 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 np1, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr np1 fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
55 There have been perhaps as many Opinions concerning the Origine of the World, as concerning the Origine of Government, There have been perhaps as many Opinions Concerning the Origine of the World, as Concerning the Origine of Government, pc-acp vhi vbn av c-acp d n2 vvg dt fw-la pp-f dt n1, c-acp vvg dt fw-la pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
56 and all of them wide of Truth: and all of them wide of Truth: cc d pp-f pno32 j pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
57 But then, as Tatianus, from a malicious Adversary of Religion, confesseth himself to have been converted to the Faith of the Holy Scripture by that satisfactory and consistent account which it gives of the Creation of the World; But then, as Tatianus, from a malicious Adversary of Religion, Confesses himself to have been converted to the Faith of the Holy Scripture by that satisfactory and consistent account which it gives of the Creation of the World; cc-acp av, c-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvz px31 pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d j cc j n1 r-crq pn31 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
58 so the beginning of Civil Power and Dominion, which the same part of Holy Writ accounteth for also, so the beginning of Civil Power and Dominion, which the same part of Holy Writ accounteth for also, av dt n-vvg pp-f j n1 cc n1, r-crq dt d n1 pp-f j vvn vvz p-acp av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
59 if duly considered, may as well convert the seditious underminers of Government, and turn the hearts of the disobedient to the wisdom of the just; if duly considered, may as well convert the seditious underminers of Government, and turn the hearts of the disobedient to the Wisdom of the just; cs av-jn vvn, vmb a-acp av vvi dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb dt n2 pp-f dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
60 when it shall appear that it was neither blind Chance, nor steep Ambition, nor prevailing Usurpation, when it shall appear that it was neither blind Chance, nor steep Ambition, nor prevailing Usurpation, c-crq pn31 vmb vvi cst pn31 vbds dx j n1, ccx j n1, ccx j-vvg n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
61 nor Pacts and Covenants, nor any happy Occurrence, nor the longest Sword, nor most Voices, which made the first distinction betwixt King and Subject. nor Pacts and Covenants, nor any happy Occurrence, nor the longest Sword, nor most Voices, which made the First distinction betwixt King and Subject. ccx n2 cc n2, ccx d j n1, ccx dt js n1, ccx av-ds n2, r-crq vvd dt ord n1 p-acp n1 cc j-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 8 Page 9
62 That the first common Parent of Mankind was invested with a Soveraign Power, and acted as Monarch of the World, there are few will question, that will not also call in question the History of Moses. When Adam, who had Dominion given him by God over all the Creatures, disposing of his Sons, to one committed the Tillage of the ground, to another the care of the Flocks and Herds, where then was the Equality of Persons, where the Community of Goods? And if the World was at length peopled by the Offspring descended from this Stock, it will be difficult to conceive, That the First Common Parent of Mankind was invested with a Sovereign Power, and acted as Monarch of the World, there Are few will question, that will not also call in question the History of Moses. When Adam, who had Dominion given him by God over all the Creatures, disposing of his Sons, to one committed the Tillage of the ground, to Another the care of the Flocks and Herds, where then was the Equality of Persons, where the Community of Goods? And if the World was At length peopled by the Offspring descended from this Stock, it will be difficult to conceive, cst dt ord j n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbr d vmb vvi, cst vmb xx av vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f np1. c-crq np1, r-crq vhd n1 vvn pno31 p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n2, vvg pp-f po31 n2, p-acp pi vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp j-jn dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2, c-crq av vbds dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2-j? cc cs dt n1 vbds p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
63 how and when such a state of Natural Freedom should be introduced. The great Master of Politicks, Aristotle, saw this without his Bible; how and when such a state of Natural Freedom should be introduced. The great Master of Politics, Aristotle, saw this without his bible; c-crq cc c-crq d dt n1 pp-f j n1 vmd vbi vvd. dt j n1 pp-f n2-j, np1, vvd d p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
64 and although, for want of the Divine Oracles, he was forced to wrap his head in the dark and inextricable Clouds of Eternal Successions, and although, for want of the Divine Oracles, he was forced to wrap his head in the dark and inextricable Clouds of Eternal Successions, cc cs, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2, pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
65 yet he saw a necessity of asserting a Natural Subordination, where there was a Natural Succession, yet he saw a necessity of asserting a Natural Subordination, where there was a Natural Succession, av pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f vvg dt j n1, c-crq pc-acp vbds dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
66 and came at length to conclude, that the greatest Kingdom in process of time grew from a single Family, and Come At length to conclude, that the greatest Kingdom in process of time grew from a single Family, cc vvd p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cst dt js n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvd p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
67 as a large spreading Branch shoots from a slender Stock. as a large spreading Branch shoots from a slender Stock. c-acp dt j j-vvg n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
68 It may be the stile of Royalty was not heard of 'till the World was well on towards 2000 years old, that came in with the other Trappings and Ornaments, It may be the style of Royalty was not herd of till the World was well on towards 2000 Years old, that Come in with the other Trappings and Ornament, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds xx vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 vbds av a-acp p-acp crd n2 j, cst vvd p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
69 when Monarchy became magnificent and pompous in the Eyes of the People; when Monarchy became magnificent and pompous in the Eyes of the People; c-crq n1 vvd j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
70 but if we look after the Essentials of Power, we shall find them lodged in the first Parent of Mankind, but if we look After the Essentials of Power, we shall find them lodged in the First Parent of Mankind, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno32 vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
71 and transmitted as an Inheritance by the First-born of the Family. and transmitted as an Inheritance by the Firstborn of the Family. cc vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
72 And to deduce this, there is no better Clew than the Sacred History it self, which leads us down from Adam the Universal Monarch, by the Patriarchal Line, And to deduce this, there is no better Clew than the Sacred History it self, which leads us down from Adam the Universal Monarch, by the Patriarchal Line, cc pc-acp vvi d, pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 cs dt j n1 pn31 n1, r-crq vvz pno12 a-acp p-acp np1 dt j-u n1, p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
73 unto the first Plantation of the World after the Flood, when several Colonies were led out by their respective Heads, unto the First Plantation of the World After the Flood, when several Colonies were led out by their respective Heads, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq j n2 vbdr vvn av p-acp po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 10
74 and became distinct Kingdoms, whereof the Sons or Grand Children of Noah were Kings by a Fatherly-Right Right, and became distinct Kingdoms, whereof the Sons or Grand Children of Noah were Kings by a Fatherly-Right Right, cc vvd j n2, c-crq dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f np1 vbdr n2 p-acp dt j vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
75 as appears at large from Gen. 10. and among Humane Authors, most accurately from that barbarous Writer at the end of Eusebius's Chronicon, whom for the sake of the Subject which he handles, the great Scaliger thought worthy to be joined with those renowned Pieces of Antiquity. as appears At large from Gen. 10. and among Humane Authors, most accurately from that barbarous Writer At the end of Eusebius's Chronicle, whom for the sake of the Subject which he handles, the great Scaliger Thought worthy to be joined with those renowned Pieces of Antiquity. c-acp vvz p-acp j p-acp np1 crd cc p-acp j n2, av-ds av-j p-acp cst j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn r-crq pns31 vvz, dt j np1 vvd j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j-vvn n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
76 If we follow the Abettors of this Hypothesis, and travel farther by the same Thred of Scripture History into the Land of Canaan, we shall find there, in a Country of no great Compass, above 30 Kings at one time in that little Land. And at this day they tell us, If we follow the Abettors of this Hypothesis, and travel farther by the same Thread of Scripture History into the Land of Canaan, we shall find there, in a Country of no great Compass, above 30 Kings At one time in that little Land. And At this day they tell us, cs pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc vvb av-jc p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb vvi a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dx j n1, p-acp crd n2 p-acp crd n1 p-acp cst j n1 cc p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
77 if we look into the state of Affairs in the Indies, and those Countries of late and new discovery, where they live by the Dictates of simple and untaught Nature, without the invented Models of Policy, we shall find a multitude of petty Kingdoms, if we look into the state of Affairs in the Indies, and those Countries of late and new discovery, where they live by the Dictates of simple and untaught Nature, without the invented Models of Policy, we shall find a multitude of Petty Kingdoms, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt np2, cc d n2 pp-f j cc j n1, c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt vvz pp-f j cc j n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
78 and the Power of Governing descending for many Generations, and no other account but that it ever hath been thus, by a Succession whose beginning they know not; and the Power of Governing descending for many Generations, and no other account but that it ever hath been thus, by a Succession whose beginning they know not; cc dt n1 pp-f vvg vvg p-acp d n2, cc dx j-jn n1 cc-acp cst pn31 av vhz vbn av, p-acp dt n1 rg-crq n1 pns32 vvb xx; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
79 which seems fairly to point up to the Original of Civil Government, and to give us Cause from the Premises to Conclude, that the Paternal and Regal Authority are the same in Nature, not differing in Kind, which seems fairly to point up to the Original of Civil Government, and to give us Cause from the Premises to Conclude, that the Paternal and Regal authority Are the same in Nature, not differing in Kind, r-crq vvz av-j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt j-jn pp-f j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 n1 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi, cst dt j cc j n1 vbr dt d p-acp n1, xx vvg p-acp j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
80 but in Extent only, NONLATINALPHABET, as Philo expresseth the same thing. But I design no more than the opening and explaining the Notions; but in Extent only,, as Philo Expresses the same thing. But I Design no more than the opening and explaining the Notions; cc-acp p-acp n1 av-j,, c-acp np1 vvz dt d n1. cc-acp pns11 vvb av-dx av-dc cs dt n-vvg cc vvg dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 9 Page 11
81 it hath been sufficiently strengthened and guarded against all the feeble Encounters made in opposition to it, by a Learned Writer of our own, [ Sir R. Filmer ] in his Observations touching Forms of Government; it hath been sufficiently strengthened and guarded against all the feeble Encounters made in opposition to it, by a Learned Writer of our own, [ Sir R. Filmer ] in his Observations touching Forms of Government; pn31 vhz vbn av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp d dt j vvz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 d, [ n1 np1 np1 ] p-acp po31 n2 vvg n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 11
82 only because the best illustration of a thing is by setting to its Contraries, I shall therefore beg leave to glance upon some things which are offered by those persons, who are pleased not to admit of this Account of the Original of Government, which in it self is so easie to be apprehended, so agreeable to the nature of Things, only Because the best illustration of a thing is by setting to its Contraries, I shall Therefore beg leave to glance upon Some things which Are offered by those Persons, who Are pleased not to admit of this Account of the Original of Government, which in it self is so easy to be apprehended, so agreeable to the nature of Things, av-j c-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n2-jn, pns11 vmb av vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d n2, r-crq vbr vvn xx pc-acp vvi pp-f d vvb pp-f dt j-jn pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp pn31 n1 vbz av j pc-acp vbi vvn, av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 12
83 and Scripture History, so honourable to God and his Providence, and so conducive to the Ends of all Authority and Rule. and Scripture History, so honourable to God and his Providence, and so conducive to the Ends of all authority and Rule. cc n1 n1, av j p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, cc av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 10 Page 12
84 And here, first, I cannot but observe, how patient and complying our Republicans many times are, that the Epicurean Hypothesis should take place; And Here, First, I cannot but observe, how patient and complying our Republicans many times Are, that the Epicurean Hypothesis should take place; cc av, ord, pns11 vmbx p-acp vvi, c-crq j cc vvg po12 n2 d n2 vbr, cst dt jp n1 vmd vvi n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
85 Whether Promotion comes from the East or the West, or yet from the South, they are content, whatsoever Wind blows it, Whither Promotion comes from the East or the West, or yet from the South, they Are content, whatsoever Wind blows it, cs n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, cc av p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr j, r-crq n1 vvz pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
86 so that the Lord be not in that Wind; as wholly unconcerned how things go, as the God of Epicurus himself, as Tully jeers them of old: so that the Lord be not in that Wind; as wholly unconcerned how things go, as the God of Epicurus himself, as Tully jeers them of old: av cst dt n1 vbb xx p-acp cst n1; a-acp av-jn vvn c-crq n2 vvb, c-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 px31, c-acp np1 vvz pno32 pp-f j: (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
87 And all is, only to keep out the suspicion of a Divine Institution in the matter. And all is, only to keep out the suspicion of a Divine Institution in the matter. cc d vbz, av-j pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
88 And indeed it seems fully as consentaneous to Reason, that the Fabrick of the World should arise from the fortuitous Hit of Attoms, (as that Philosopher taught,) as that Order and Government, the Strength and Beauty of the Universe, should proceed from any thing but the Disposition of a most Wise Creator. And indeed it seems Fully as consentaneous to Reason, that the Fabric of the World should arise from the fortuitous Hit of Atoms, (as that Philosopher taught,) as that Order and Government, the Strength and Beauty of the Universe, should proceed from any thing but the Disposition of a most Wise Creator. cc av pn31 vvz av-j p-acp j p-acp n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j vvn pp-f n2, (c-acp d n1 vvd,) c-acp cst n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vmd vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
89 Can these Men believe themselves, who are wont to call upon the People to follow Providence, according to their serviceable Doctrine of Ownings and Outgoings when time was? Or indeed, do they believe any thing of Providence at all? who can tell us now, That God is no more a Favourer of one Family than another, no more than he is a Respecter of Persons. Can these Men believe themselves, who Are wont to call upon the People to follow Providence, according to their serviceable Doctrine of Ownings and Outgoings when time was? Or indeed, do they believe any thing of Providence At all? who can tell us now, That God is no more a Favourer of one Family than Another, no more than he is a Respecter of Persons. vmb d n2 vvb px32, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, vvg p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f np1 cc n2-vdg c-crq n1 vbds? cc av, vdb pns32 vvb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d? q-crq vmb vvi pno12 av, cst np1 vbz av-dx av-dc dt n1 pp-f crd n1 cs j-jn, av-dx dc cs pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
90 Nevertheless, we trust that he is a Respecter of Causes; and if the just and righteous Claim of any Family or Person shall engage his Favour at all times, Nevertheless, we trust that he is a Respecter of Causes; and if the just and righteous Claim of any Family or Person shall engage his Favour At all times, av, pns12 vvb cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2; cc cs dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
91 then how much more in the greatest and most weighty Affairs of Mankind? Our Saviour hath taught us, That the very Hairs of our Heads are in the Accounts of Heaven; then how much more in the greatest and most weighty Affairs of Mankind? Our Saviour hath taught us, That the very Hairs of our Heads Are in the Accounts of Heaven; av c-crq av-d av-dc p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n2 pp-f n1? po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12, cst dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
92 and shall the Crowns of Monarchs be neglected and forgotten? If there be no Affliction upon a Person or People that may be said to rise out of the Dust, and shall the Crowns of Monarchs be neglected and forgotten? If there be no Affliction upon a Person or People that may be said to rise out of the Dust, cc vmb dt n2 pp-f n2 vbb vvn cc vvn? cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 12
93 then sure an unjust and cruel Ruler, which is one of Gods severest Scourges, is not set up by Chance or Fortune; then sure an unjust and cruel Ruler, which is one of God's Severest Scourges, is not Set up by Chance or Fortune; av j dt j cc j n1, r-crq vbz pi pp-f npg1 js vvz, vbz xx vvn a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
94 and if not an usurping Tyrant, who is a common Plague, then certainly no just and lawful Prince, who is a publick Blessing, without the Appointment of God. and if not an usurping Tyrant, who is a Common Plague, then Certainly no just and lawful Prince, who is a public Blessing, without the Appointment of God. cc cs xx dt j-vvg n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1, av av-j dx j cc j n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 11 Page 13
95 If it be left to Men to constitute Governours, it's to be feared, that Fraud or Violence will have the greatest stroke; If it be left to Men to constitute Governors, it's to be feared, that Fraud or Violence will have the greatest stroke; cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n2, pn31|vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst n1 cc n1 vmb vhi dt js n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
96 and that's another way whereby they would have it believed that Empire and Dominion might take its rise. and that's Another Way whereby they would have it believed that Empire and Dominion might take its rise. cc d|vbz j-jn n1 c-crq pns32 vmd vhi pn31 vvn cst n1 cc n1 vmd vvi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
97 But this sure is a very improper Ground whereon to found a just and rightful Power, But this sure is a very improper Ground whereon to found a just and rightful Power, p-acp d av-j vbz dt av j n1 c-crq pc-acp vvd dt j cc j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
98 unless it should be industriously so contrived, to leave an Original Flaw in the Conveyance, to the end that Subjection shall be always precarious, unless it should be industriously so contrived, to leave an Original Flaw in the Conveyance, to the end that Subjection shall be always precarious, cs pn31 vmd vbi av-j av vvn, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cst n1 vmb vbi av j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
99 and, when occasion serves, renounced with a Justification. Force or Fraud the beginning of Empires! and, when occasion serves, renounced with a Justification. Force or Fraud the beginning of Empires! cc, c-crq n1 vvz, vvd p-acp dt n1. n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f n2! (3) sermon (DIV1) 12 Page 13
100 It seems so jealous are the Party we have here to deal with, lest God should be thought to have any hand in the matter, that they chuse rather intirely to ascribe it to the Devil; It seems so jealous Are the Party we have Here to deal with, lest God should be Thought to have any hand in the matter, that they choose rather entirely to ascribe it to the devil; pn31 vvz av j vbr dt n1 pns12 vhb av pc-acp vvi p-acp, cs np1 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vvb av av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
101 for he is the original Liar and Murderer too; for he is the original Liar and Murderer too; c-acp pns31 vbz dt j-jn n1 cc n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
102 And if the way to a Throne be to wade through Blood, and make the slaughter'd Carcases of all Opposers so many Steps of Ascent to mount them unto Greatness, I see not but why every such exalted Head may call him Father, whose Name in the Greek Tongue is NONLATINALPHABET, The Destroyer, Rev. 9.7. And if the Way to a Throne be to wade through Blood, and make the slaughtered Carcases of all Opposers so many Steps of Ascent to mount them unto Greatness, I see not but why every such exalted Head may call him Father, whose Name in the Greek Tongue is, The Destroyer, Rev. 9.7. cc cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbb pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi dt j-vvn n2 pp-f d n2 av d vvz pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, pns11 vvb xx cc-acp c-crq d d j-vvn n1 vmb vvi pno31 n1, rg-crq n1 p-acp dt jp n1 vbz, dt n1, n1 crd. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
103 And then what a hopeful Exercise of Power must attend such a Beginning? The Sword must needs maintain its own Title; And then what a hopeful Exercise of Power must attend such a Beginning? The Sword must needs maintain its own Title; cc av q-crq dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi d dt n1? dt n1 vmb av vvi po31 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
104 and if the Coronation Robes be dyed in Blood, any one may foretell what Complexion Justice thenceforth is like to appear in. and if the Coronation Robes be died in Blood, any one may foretell what Complexion justice thenceforth is like to appear in. cc cs dt n1 n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1, d pi vmb vvi r-crq n1 n1 av vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
105 An Usurper brings along with him a necessity of renouncing all Humanity, and Religion too: an Usurper brings along with him a necessity of renouncing all Humanity, and Religion too: dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f vvg d n1, cc n1 av: (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
106 He must hate all those whom he hath injured, and must punish whatsoever his own guilty Fears present, He must hate all those whom he hath injured, and must Punish whatsoever his own guilty Fears present, pns31 vmb vvi d d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc vmb vvi r-crq po31 d j n2 j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
107 as if they were manifest Crimes; as if they were manifest Crimes; c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 13
108 he must tolerate all manner of Disorder and Confusion in the Worship of Heaven, for the sake of those which himself hath brought upon the Affairs of Earth; he must tolerate all manner of Disorder and Confusion in the Worship of Heaven, for the sake of those which himself hath brought upon the Affairs of Earth; pns31 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq px31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
109 he must give up the Word of God to mercenary Tongues and unhallowed Hands, to be Tentered, he must give up the Word of God to mercenary Tongues and unhallowed Hands, to be Tentered, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n2 cc j n2, pc-acp vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
110 and set upon the Rack, till, with the Heathen Oracles of old, it can NONLATINALPHABET, cant something in the favour of his Pretensions. and Set upon the Rack, till, with the Heathen Oracles of old, it can, Cant something in the favour of his Pretensions. cc vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp, p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f j, pn31 vmb, vvb pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
111 And who can be so vain, as even to dream of Property or Liberty under such a State? Who can hope for the enjoyment of a rightful Possession, And who can be so vain, as even to dream of Property or Liberty under such a State? Who can hope for the enjoyment of a rightful Possession, cc q-crq vmb vbi av j, c-acp av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt n1? q-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
112 whilst the Government it self is but a splendid Robbery? I shall pass over this Particular, with that Observation of the wise Historian Tacitus, Imperium flagitio acquisitum nemo unquam bonis artibus exercuit; while the Government it self is but a splendid Robbery? I shall pass over this Particular, with that Observation of the wise Historian Tacitus, Imperium flagitio acquisitum nemo unquam bonis artibus Exercuit; cs dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1? pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d j-jn, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j n1 np1, np1 fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
113 which may bear this Construction, The worse the Title, the more intolerable must the Tyrant be. which may bear this Construction, The Worse the Title, the more intolerable must the Tyrant be. r-crq vmb vvi d n1, dt jc dt n1, dt av-dc j vmb dt n1 vbi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 13 Page 14
114 But because the Deduction of Government from its true Original, makes so fair for the Natural and Divine Right of Monarchy, above all other Forms or Models whatever, But Because the Deduction of Government from its true Original, makes so fair for the Natural and Divine Right of Monarchy, above all other Forms or Models whatever, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j j-jn, vvz av j p-acp dt j cc j-jn n-jn pp-f n1, p-acp d j-jn n2 cc n2 r-crq, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
115 hence the implacable Enemies thereof have another Reserve, in which indeed they place their greatest Strength and Confidence, hence the implacable Enemies thereof have Another Reserve, in which indeed they place their greatest Strength and Confidence, av dt j n2 av vhb j-jn vvi, p-acp r-crq av pns32 vvb po32 js n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
116 and that is, by a kind of aukward Courtship to the Multitude, by a most fulsom Flattery of the People, to insinuate into them an Opinion, That all Sovereignty and Power, all Honour and Authority, and that is, by a kind of awkward Courtship to the Multitude, by a most fulsome Flattery of the People, to insinuate into them an Opinion, That all Sovereignty and Power, all Honour and authority, cc d vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 dt n1, cst d n1 cc n1, d n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
117 as to the first Ownership, is theirs, and where they are pleased to lodge it. A most pernicious Insinuation, enough to prompt any People to seditious Attempts; as to the First Ownership, is theirs, and where they Are pleased to lodge it. A most pernicious Insinuation, enough to prompt any People to seditious Attempts; c-acp p-acp dt ord n1, vbz png32, cc c-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. dt av-ds j n1, av-d pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp j vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
118 which, in stead of Obedience, (which is the farthest thing in their thoughts) only sets their Heads on work how to recover the Governing Power, which they are told to be withheld violently from them. which, in stead of obedience, (which is the farthest thing in their thoughts) only sets their Heads on work how to recover the Governing Power, which they Are told to be withheld violently from them. r-crq, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (r-crq vbz dt js n1 p-acp po32 n2) av-j vvz po32 n2 p-acp n1 c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg n1, r-crq pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av-j p-acp pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
119 Now how disagreeing this is both to the tenor of Gods Word, and of his Works also, we shall briefly consider. Now how disagreeing this is both to the tenor of God's Word, and of his Works also, we shall briefly Consider. av q-crq vvg d vbz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc pp-f po31 vvz av, pns12 vmb av-j vvi. (3) sermon (DIV1) 14 Page 14
120 1. To the Word of God. 1. To the Word of God. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
121 As we find mention but of One sort of Government there, so we find Obedience always pressed a quite contrary way than is here supposed, viz. as to an Ordinance of Heaven, not a Contract on Earth; As we find mention but of One sort of Government there, so we find obedience always pressed a quite contrary Way than is Here supposed, viz. as to an Ordinance of Heaven, not a Contract on Earth; c-acp pns12 vvb n1 cc-acp pp-f crd n1 pp-f n1 a-acp, av pns12 vvb n1 av vvn dt av j-jn n1 cs vbz av vvn, n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, xx dt n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
122 as descending from above, (so Christ tells Pilate ) not arising from below; as descending from above, (so christ tells Pilate) not arising from below; c-acp vvg p-acp a-acp, (av np1 vvz np1) xx vvg p-acp a-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
123 the Royal Unction being in this respect like that of the High Priests, which was shed upon Aaron 's Head, the Royal Unction being in this respect like that of the High Priests, which was shed upon Aaron is Head, dt j n1 vbg p-acp d n1 av-j d pp-f dt j n2, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1 vbz n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
124 and did not creep up from the Skirts of his Garment. and did not creep up from the Skirts of his Garment. cc vdd xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
125 We never read our Saviour or his Apostles enforcing the Duty of Obedience upon People from their own Act and Deed, We never read our Saviour or his Apostles enforcing the Duty of obedience upon People from their own Act and Deed, pns12 av-x vvb po12 n1 cc po31 n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
126 but from the Institution of God, from the Sacredness of his Authority, which is so closely involved in that of his Vicegerents: but from the Institution of God, from the Sacredness of his authority, which is so closely involved in that of his Vicegerents: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbz av av-j vvn p-acp d pp-f po31 n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
127 St. Paul is peremptory in it, Rom. 13. That Governours are sent unto the People; are Gods Ministers, that notes their Original; Saint Paul is peremptory in it, Rom. 13. That Governors Are sent unto the People; Are God's Ministers, that notes their Original; n1 np1 vbz j p-acp pn31, np1 crd cst n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1; vbr ng1 n2, cst vvz po32 j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
128 for the good and welfare of the others, there's the End. Nay, the Holy Ghost speaks of Governours as of Earthly Gods; for the good and welfare of the Others, there's the End. Nay, the Holy Ghost speaks of Governors as of Earthly God's; p-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f dt n2-jn, pc-acp|vbz dt n1 uh-x, dt j n1 vvz pp-f n2 c-acp pp-f j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
129 and would it not be a gross piece of Idolatry for any People to be the Makers of their Gods? I think we may suffer them, and would it not be a gross piece of Idolatry for any People to be the Makers of their God's? I think we may suffer them, cc vmd pn31 xx vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi dt ng1 pp-f po32 n2? pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
130 as the World now goes, to adore them if they please; as the World now Goes, to adore them if they please; c-acp dt n1 av vvz, pc-acp vvi pno32 cs pns32 vvb; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
131 but surely they ought to be admonished to hold Hands off, and not presume as if they could make or unmake them at pleasure. but surely they ought to be admonished to hold Hands off, and not presume as if they could make or unmake them At pleasure. cc-acp av-j pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n2 a-acp, cc xx vvi c-acp cs pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
132 It was a pretty childish Conceit, that of Lucian 's, which he reports of himself, That being young, he was set out by his Father to learn the Art of a Statuary, It was a pretty childish Conceit, that of Lucian is, which he reports of himself, That being young, he was Set out by his Father to Learn the Art of a Statuary, pn31 vbds dt j j n1, cst pp-f np1 vbz, r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f px31, cst vbg j, pns31 vbds vvn av p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
133 and wondrous jocund and mighty forward he was, having taken great delight in forming little Images of Horses, and wondrous jocund and mighty forward he was, having taken great delight in forming little Images of Horses, cc j j cc j av-j pns31 vbds, vhg vvn j n1 p-acp vvg j n2 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
134 and other Beasts, and sometimes of Men; and other Beasts, and sometime of Men; cc j-jn n2, cc av pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
135 but that which pleased his Imagination most, was the hopes and expectation that in time he might carve Gods also. but that which pleased his Imagination most, was the hope's and expectation that in time he might carve God's also. cc-acp cst r-crq vvd po31 n1 av-ds, vbds dt n2 cc n1 cst p-acp n1 pns31 vmd vvi n2 av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
136 I appeal, whether the Multitude are not made such Children, as often as Ambition cringes, I appeal, whither the Multitude Are not made such Children, as often as Ambition cringes, pns11 vvb, cs dt n1 vbr xx vvn d n2, c-acp av c-acp n1 vvz, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 15
137 and Popularity buys their Breath, contrary to all other ways of Bargain, by setting a prodigious over-value upon it? The Power of the People must be extoll'd, and Popularity buys their Breath, contrary to all other ways of Bargain, by setting a prodigious overvalue upon it? The Power of the People must be extolled, cc n1 vvz po32 n1, j-jn p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp pn31? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
138 and harangued in their Ears, even to Omnipotency; and harangued in their Ears, even to Omnipotency; cc vvn p-acp po32 n2, av p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
139 and they so dull, as to believe at length, that Majesty it self is nothing else but a swollen strutting Pageant, which the Breath of their Voices hath extended to that Dimension. and they so dull, as to believe At length, that Majesty it self is nothing Else but a swollen strutting Pageant, which the Breath of their Voices hath extended to that Dimension. cc pns32 av j, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cst n1 pn31 n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt j-vvn j-vvg n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vhz vvn p-acp d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 15 Page 16
140 I look upon it as no difficult Undertaking, to shew how false and groundless that Doctrine is, of an Implicit Covenant in every Kingdom, betwixt God, I look upon it as no difficult Undertaking, to show how false and groundless that Doctrine is, of an Implicit Covenant in every Kingdom, betwixt God, pns11 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dx j n-vvg, pc-acp vvi c-crq j cc j cst n1 vbz, pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 16
141 and the King, and the People; and the King, and the People; cc dt n1, cc dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 16
142 according to which, say they, if the King fall away from God, the People may do the same to the King. according to which, say they, if the King fallen away from God, the People may do the same to the King. vvg p-acp r-crq, vvb pns32, cs dt n1 vvb av p-acp np1, dt n1 vmb vdi dt d p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 16
143 This is that which Junius Brutus, and he the first of any Man that I know, broacheth in the beginning of his Vindiciae contra Tyrannos, and lays down as the Foundation of that his Treatise. This is that which Junius Brutus, and he the First of any Man that I know, broacheth in the beginning of his Vindiciae contra Tyrannos, and lays down as the Foundation of that his Treatise. d vbz d r-crq np1 np1, cc pns31 dt ord pp-f d n1 cst pns11 vvb, vvz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 np1 fw-la fw-la, cc vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 16
144 This is the true Mother which hath brought forth those Covenants, Holy Leagues, and Associations, which have at several times threatned Confusion unto Kingdoms: This is the true Mother which hath brought forth those Covenants, Holy Leagues, and Associations, which have At several times threatened Confusion unto Kingdoms: d vbz dt j n1 r-crq vhz vvn av d n2, j n2, cc n2, r-crq vhb p-acp j n2 vvd n1 p-acp n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 16
145 And if some Accountants be not out in their Computation, it is a Doctrine which hath shed more Christian Blood than now runs in the Veins of living Christians: And if Some Accountants be not out in their Computation, it is a Doctrine which hath shed more Christian Blood than now runs in the veins of living Christians: cc cs d n2 vbb xx av p-acp po32 n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vhz vvn dc njp n1 cs av vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-vvg np1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 16
146 But I must not enter upon the discussion of it at present. But I must not enter upon the discussion of it At present. cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 16 Page 16
147 If the Notion of a Popular King be no ways agreeing to the tenor of Gods Word, we shall next examine it by the Rule of his Works; If the Notion of a Popular King be no ways agreeing to the tenor of God's Word, we shall next examine it by the Rule of his Works; cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbb dx n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pns12 vmb ord vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f png31 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 16
148 and as to its Existence, it will be found there no better than a Chimera in Nature. and as to its Existence, it will be found there no better than a Chimera in Nature. cc c-acp p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp dx jc cs dt n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 16
149 The World, as God made it, acknowledges no such Conveyance of Power. The World, as God made it, acknowledges no such Conveyance of Power. dt n1, c-acp np1 vvd pn31, vvz dx d n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 16
150 When was it, in what Age did the People at first consent thus to make a Deed of Gift of their Natural Freedom? We challenge all true Histories to give us an Account of this matter, When was it, in what Age did the People At First consent thus to make a Deed of Gift of their Natural Freedom? We challenge all true Histories to give us an Account of this matter, q-crq vbds pn31, p-acp r-crq n1 vdd dt n1 p-acp ord n1 av pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po32 j n1? pns12 vvb d j n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 dt vvb pp-f d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 16
151 and have hitherto had no satisfaction. and have hitherto had no satisfaction. cc vhb av vhd dx n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 16
152 All that hath been found, is, That upon the Dissolution or Dismembring of some Ancient Monarchies, People have been forced to enter upon Agreements and Contracts, All that hath been found, is, That upon the Dissolution or Dismembering of Some Ancient Monarchies, People have been forced to enter upon Agreements and Contracts, av-d d vhz vbn vvn, vbz, cst p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f d j n2, n1 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
153 and to patch up an Association in stead of a just Government, and when favourable concurrences fell in, have a considerable time continued in that preternatural state; and to patch up an Association in stead of a just Government, and when favourable concurrences fell in, have a considerable time continued in that preternatural state; cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc c-crq j n2 vvd p-acp, vhb dt j n1 vvd p-acp d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
154 but in this case we may say as Christ did of some of the Mosaic Dispensations, from the beginning it was not so. but in this case we may say as christ did of Some of the Mosaic Dispensations, from the beginning it was not so. cc-acp p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 vdd pp-f d pp-f dt j n2, p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbds xx av. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
155 Plato indeed among the Ancients is thought to speak pertinently to this matter; Plato indeed among the Ancients is Thought to speak pertinently to this matter; np1 av p-acp dt n2-j vbz vvn pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
156 that Philosopher offers something with a perhaps, how some Remnants of People might be left upon the tops of Mountains, that Philosopher offers something with a perhaps, how Some Remnants of People might be left upon the tops of Mountains, cst n1 vvz pi p-acp dt av, c-crq d n2 pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
157 after a general Inundation, but then it is after his manner of beating dark and doubtful Conjectures in quest of Truth; After a general Inundation, but then it is After his manner of beating dark and doubtful Conjectures in quest of Truth; p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 pp-f vvg j cc j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
158 and alas it was his ignorance, or at least the want of a distinct knowledge of the true Original of Mankind, which forced him and other excellent persons upon such extravagant Suppositions; and alas it was his ignorance, or At least the want of a distinct knowledge of the true Original of Mankind, which forced him and other excellent Persons upon such extravagant Suppositions; cc uh pn31 vbds po31 n1, cc p-acp ds dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j j-jn pp-f n1, r-crq vvd pno31 cc av-jn j n2 p-acp d j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
159 when as the Ʋpstart Plato is the most positive man in asserting, that the first Inhabitants of the World did for some time try the Experiment of the brutal life in a Common, when as the Ʋpstart Plato is the most positive man in asserting, that the First Inhabitants of the World did for Some time try the Experiment of the brutal life in a Common, c-crq c-acp dt vvb np1 vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp vvg, cst dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1 vdd p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
160 like Beasts in a Pasture, and were driven at last by necessity to accept of Government; like Beasts in a Pasture, and were driven At last by necessity to accept of Government; j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vbdr vvn p-acp ord p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
161 which to assert at this time of the day, (now the Scriptures are unlocked, which to assert At this time of the day, (now the Scriptures Are unlocked, r-crq p-acp vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (av dt n2 vbr vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
162 and in every hand, and the other Records of time have been examined,) is a strange presumption upon Mankind, and in every hand, and the other Records of time have been examined,) is a strange presumption upon Mankind, cc p-acp d n1, cc dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1 vhb vbn vvn,) vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
163 as if all were Levellers in Understanding. as if all were Levellers in Understanding. c-acp cs d vbdr n2 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
164 We are sure and certain, that God ordered all Humane Race to descend from one man as the common Parent; We Are sure and certain, that God ordered all Humane Raze to descend from one man as the Common Parent; pns12 vbr j cc j, cst np1 vvd d j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
165 which Bellarmine himself, who was no great Friend to the Power of Temporal Princes, saith is a sign that God rather approves of the Government of one man than of many. which Bellarmine himself, who was no great Friend to the Power of Temporal Princes, Says is a Signen that God rather approves of the Government of one man than of many. r-crq np1 px31, r-crq vbds dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, vvz vbz dt n1 cst n1 av-c vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f crd n1 cs pp-f d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
166 But why may not we use it for an Argument, that no other could possibly take place, But why may not we use it for an Argument, that no other could possibly take place, p-acp q-crq vmb xx pns12 vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, cst dx n-jn vmd av-j vvi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 17
167 whilst there was that known subordination of Children to Fathers? unless there was such a juncture when the Natural Rights of Persons were shuffled and confounded, while there was that known subordination of Children to Father's? unless there was such a juncture when the Natural Rights of Persons were shuffled and confounded, cs pc-acp vbds d vvn n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n2? cs pc-acp vbds d dt n1 c-crq dt j np1 pp-f n2 vbdr vvn cc vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
168 and it was impossible to make out a Claim to the most ancient Fatherhood, which can never be supposed at the first Plantation of Countries, and it was impossible to make out a Claim to the most ancient Fatherhood, which can never be supposed At the First Plantation of Countries, cc pn31 vbds j pc-acp vvi av dt n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n1, r-crq vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
169 and beginnings of Kingdoms, when the Earth was peopled by several Families under their distinct Heads, and beginnings of Kingdoms, when the Earth was peopled by several Families under their distinct Heads, cc n2 pp-f n2, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp po32 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
170 as Moses by Divine Authority doth assure us. as Moses by Divine authority does assure us. c-acp np1 p-acp j-jn n1 vdz vvi pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
171 So that what they speak of an Original Independency, and state of Natural Freedom, must be a meer Fiction; So that what they speak of an Original Independency, and state of Natural Freedom, must be a mere Fiction; av cst r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc n1 pp-f j n1, vmb vbi dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
172 or at most only an Artificial Supposition, to understand the force of Contracts and Common Leagues made betwixt Equals, or At most only an Artificial Supposition, to understand the force of Contracts and Common Leagues made betwixt Equals, cc p-acp ds av-j dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 cc j ng1 vvn p-acp n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
173 but can have no Foundation in Nature. but can have no Foundation in Nature. cc-acp vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 17 Page 18
174 There was offered to the World not long agoe, an Hypothesis of Prae-Adamites, men before Adam, upon which a new System of Divinity was raised, There was offered to the World not long ago, an Hypothesis of Prae-Adamites, men before Adam, upon which a new System of Divinity was raised, a-acp vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 xx av-j av, dt n1 pp-f np2, n2 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq dt j fw-la pp-f np1 vbds vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
175 and that in the end was found to carry a tendency to Atheism and Irreligion; and that in the end was found to carry a tendency to Atheism and Irreligion; cc cst p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
176 it will concern our Common-wealth Politicians to oblige us with an Hypothesis of Praeter-Adamites, men of another Race and Lineage, who derive not from Adam, a Generation like that of the Dragons Teeth in the Poet, where they may find both their state of Equality, and state of War also; it will concern our Commonwealth Politicians to oblige us with an Hypothesis of Praeter-Adamites, men of Another Raze and Lineage, who derive not from Adam, a Generation like that of the Dragons Teeth in the Poet, where they may find both their state of Equality, and state of War also; pn31 vmb vvi po12 n1 n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np2, n2 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1, r-crq vvb xx p-acp np1, dt n1 av-j d pp-f dt ng1 n2 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi d po32 n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
177 and when their utmost is done, its possible all may be found to tend to Anarchy and Confusion. and when their utmost is done, its possible all may be found to tend to Anarchy and Confusion. cc c-crq po32 j vbz vdn, pn31|vbz j d vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 18 Page 18
178 But let us, as it becomes good Christians, still adhere to the Word of God; But let us, as it becomes good Christians, still adhere to the Word of God; p-acp vvb pno12, c-acp pn31 vvz j np1, av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
179 let Holy Scripture, which is every where the adequate Measure of our Faith, be here the Rule of our Obedience also; let Holy Scripture, which is every where the adequate Measure of our Faith, be Here the Rule of our obedience also; vvb j n1, r-crq vbz d c-crq dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, vbb av dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 av; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
180 the tongue of men and Angels cannot speak more fitly of Soveraign Earthly Princes than it doth; the tongue of men and Angels cannot speak more fitly of Sovereign Earthly Princes than it does; dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vmbx vvi av-dc av-j pp-f j-jn j n2 cs pn31 vdz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
181 nor more loftily with respect to the Original of their Power, nor more obligingly and with greater condescention, to sweeten and engage the Duty of Subjection. nor more loftily with respect to the Original of their Power, nor more obligingly and with greater condescension, to sweeten and engage the Duty of Subjection. ccx av-dc av-j p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn pp-f po32 n1, ccx av-dc av-vvg cc p-acp jc n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
182 Witness the expression of my Text. Witness the expression of my Text. n1 dt n1 pp-f po11 np1 (3) sermon (DIV1) 19 Page 18
183 And so I pass from the Stile and Title, unto the second thing asserted, viz. The Duty it self, which was Honour; Honour thy Father, &c. Honour was always accounted as something inherent in the person honouring, and so it may perhaps seem to be altogether at his own free disposal; And so I pass from the Style and Title, unto the second thing asserted, viz. The Duty it self, which was Honour; Honour thy Father, etc. Honour was always accounted as something inherent in the person honouring, and so it may perhaps seem to be altogether At his own free disposal; cc av pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1, p-acp dt ord n1 vvn, n1 dt n1 pn31 n1, r-crq vbds n1; vvb po21 n1, av n1 vbds av vvn c-acp pi j p-acp dt n1 vvg, cc av pn31 vmb av vvi pc-acp vbi av p-acp po31 d j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 20 Page 19
184 but the truth is, this may become a Debt as well as any thing else, but the truth is, this may become a Debt as well as any thing Else, cc-acp dt n1 vbz, d vmb vvi dt n1 c-acp av c-acp d n1 av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
185 and not to pay it where it is such, is as direct a piece of injustice, and not to pay it where it is such, is as Direct a piece of injustice, cc xx pc-acp vvi pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz d, vbz a-acp j dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
186 as to rob a man of any thing which is called his own. as to rob a man of any thing which is called his own. c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz vvn po31 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
187 Honour to whom honour, saith the Apostle, Rom. 13. where he speaks of rendring unto all their Dues. Honour to whom honour, Says the Apostle, Rom. 13. where he speaks of rendering unto all their Dues. n1 p-acp ro-crq n1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f vvg p-acp d po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
188 If I be a Father where is my Honour, saith the Lord God. If I be a Father where is my Honour, Says the Lord God. cs pns11 vbb dt n1 c-crq vbz po11 n1, vvz dt n1 np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
189 This Honour doth naturally look upwards, and is thought to comprehend all those Duties which Inferiours owe to their Superiours; This Honour does naturally look upward, and is Thought to comprehend all those Duties which Inferiors owe to their Superiors; d n1 vdz av-j vvi av-j, cc vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d d n2 r-crq n2-jn vvb p-acp po32 n2-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
190 as Love looks on every side, and is called the fulfilling of all the Duties to our Equals. as Love looks on every side, and is called the fulfilling of all the Duties to our Equals. c-acp n1 vvz p-acp d n1, cc vbz vvn dt j-vvg pp-f d dt n2 p-acp po12 n2-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
191 Now if God, who is infinite Perfection and boundless Excellency, be the Object more of our Admiration and Extasie, which is the excess of Reverence, Now if God, who is infinite Perfection and boundless Excellency, be the Object more of our Admiration and Ecstasy, which is the excess of reverence, av cs np1, r-crq vbz j n1 cc j n1, vbb dt n1 av-dc pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
192 than any thing else, then our Honour must ascend in proportion to those degrees of nearness which any Object makes in its approaches to the Deity, than any thing Else, then our Honour must ascend in proportion to those Degrees of nearness which any Object makes in its Approaches to the Deity, cs d n1 av, cs po12 n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq d n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
193 and so we shall come at length to rest in that primitive gage which Tertullian acknowledges in the Name of the Christians of his time, colimus Imperatorem tanquam hominem, a Deo secundum & solo Deo minorem; and so we shall come At length to rest in that primitive gage which Tertullian acknowledges in the Name of the Christians of his time, We worship Imperatorem tanquam hominem, a God secundum & solo God Minor; cc av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 pp-f po31 n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la; (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
194 We honour, saith he, the Emperour as a man, but next and immediately unto God. We honour, Says he, the Emperor as a man, but next and immediately unto God. pns12 vvb, vvz pns31, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp ord cc av-j p-acp np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 21 Page 19
195 For the full import of the Duty, we may draw it forth in three Notions of the word; viz. Reverence, Maintenance, and Obedience. For the full import of the Duty, we may draw it forth in three Notions of the word; viz. reverence, Maintenance, and obedience. p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp crd n2 pp-f dt n1; n1 n1, n1, cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 22 Page 19
196 The First is Estimation or Reverence, which is that signification of the word which bears the stamp of common usage; The First is Estimation or reverence, which is that signification of the word which bears the stamp of Common usage; dt ord vbz n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz d n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
197 and this is addressed to the Person of our Civil Parent. The Second is Maintenance, which I think is a sense almost proper to Holy Scripture, and respects his Regal state. and this is addressed to the Person of our Civil Parent. The Second is Maintenance, which I think is a sense almost proper to Holy Scripture, and respects his Regal state. cc d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1. dt ord vbz n1, r-crq pns11 vvb vbz dt n1 av j p-acp j n1, cc vvz po31 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 23 Page 19
198 The Third is Obedience, with relation to his Laws and Decrees. But I must not discourse of it in this latitude; The Third is obedience, with Relation to his Laws and Decrees. But I must not discourse of it in this latitude; dt ord vbz np1-n, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 cc n2. cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi pp-f pn31 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 25 Page 20
199 should I pursue these severally, I must of necessity intrench too much upon your patience, and the succeeding business of the day: should I pursue these severally, I must of necessity entrench too much upon your patience, and the succeeding business of the day: vmd pns11 vvi d av-j, pns11 vmb pp-f n1 vvi av av-d p-acp po22 n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
200 I shall therefore confine my self unto the first of these at present, but may chance to consider it as a Transcendent which is interwoven through the other two, I shall Therefore confine my self unto the First of these At present, but may chance to Consider it as a Transcendent which is interwoven through the other two, pns11 vmb av vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt ord pp-f d p-acp j, cc-acp vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j-jn crd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
201 as they shall fall in mention. as they shall fallen in mention. c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 26 Page 20
202 But, 1. Honour doth primarily denote the expression of our Estimation and Reverence for some Excellencies in our Superiours, But, 1. Honour does primarily denote the expression of our Estimation and reverence for Some Excellencies in our Superiors, p-acp, crd n1 vdz av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp po12 n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 20
203 and can never be so fitly placed as when we direct it to our Supreme Governour. and can never be so fitly placed as when we Direct it to our Supreme Governor. cc vmb av-x vbi av av-j vvn a-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp po12 j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 20
204 It is a shame we should have mean thoughts of the Person whom God hath thought fit to be his Deputy and Representative upon Earth; It is a shame we should have mean thoughts of the Person whom God hath Thought fit to be his Deputy and Representative upon Earth; pn31 vbz dt n1 pns12 vmd vhi j n2 pp-f dt n1 ro-crq np1 vhz vvn j pc-acp vbi po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 20
205 is he worthy to bear the Impress and Image of the Almighty's Power and Majesty, is he worthy to bear the impress and Image of the Almighty's Power and Majesty, vbz pns31 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ng1-jn n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 20
206 and not deserving a reverent Idea in our thoughts and minds? There was never any Nation that owned a devout sentiment for their Gods, and not deserving a reverend Idea in our thoughts and minds? There was never any nation that owned a devout sentiment for their God's, cc xx vvg dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2? pc-acp vbds av-x d n1 cst vvd dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 20
207 but paid a proportionable Honour to their Kings, the Persians yielded a Divine Adoration to them both. but paid a proportionable Honour to their Kings, the Persians yielded a Divine Adoration to them both. cc-acp vvd dt j n1 p-acp po32 n2, dt npg1 vvd dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32 d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 20
208 The Primitive Christians gave Reverence to the very Statues of their Emperours, until Julian set up the Images of their false Gods by them, with a design by that means to trepan them into Idolatry. The Primitive Christians gave reverence to the very Statues of their emperors, until Julian Set up the Images of their false God's by them, with a Design by that means to trepan them into Idolatry. dt j np1 vvd n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp np1 vvn a-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 j n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 20
209 The Heathens, generally, for the Blessings of Peace, Plenty, and Protection which they injoyed, thought it not enough to give the highest Reverence to their living Princes, The heathens, generally, for the Blessings of Peace, Plenty, and Protection which they enjoyed, Thought it not enough to give the highest reverence to their living Princes, dt n2-jn, av-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvd, vvd pn31 xx av-d pc-acp vvi dt js n1 p-acp po32 j-vvg n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 20
210 but after death, by an Apotheosis, did bestow a kind of Divinity upon them; and to serve and worship these was the sum of their Religion. but After death, by an Apotheosis, did bestow a kind of Divinity upon them; and to serve and worship these was the sum of their Religion. cc-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi d vbds dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 20
211 But come we to the People of God, God's own People the Jews, and behold there how the holy Oil used in their Inaugurations, did by its fragrant odour make the Royal Head on which it was poured, But come we to the People of God, God's own People the jews, and behold there how the holy Oil used in their Inaugurations, did by its fragrant odour make the Royal Head on which it was poured, cc-acp vvb pns12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, npg1 d n1 dt np2, cc vvb a-acp c-crq dt j n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2, vdd p-acp po31 j n1 vvi dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
212 as delightful and dear to them as the breath of their Nostrils; and the mortality of a Prince was lamented among them as the quenching of the very Light of Israel. as delightful and dear to them as the breath of their Nostrils; and the mortality of a Prince was lamented among them as the quenching of the very Light of Israel. c-acp j cc j-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
213 Behold also among them, what submission and deference they used in their Addresses to Majesty, speak thou unto us, and we will hear, Behold also among them, what submission and deference they used in their Addresses to Majesty, speak thou unto us, and we will hear, vvb av p-acp pno32, r-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vvd p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, vvb pns21 p-acp pno12, cc pns12 vmb vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
214 and do it, is their voice in one place; and it is noted for their usual ordinary temper, 2 Sam. 3.36. that whatsoever the King did, that still pleased all the People; and do it, is their voice in one place; and it is noted for their usual ordinary temper, 2 Sam. 3.36. that whatsoever the King did, that still pleased all the People; cc vdb pn31, vbz po32 n1 p-acp crd n1; cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po32 j j n1, crd np1 crd. cst r-crq dt n1 vdd, cst av vvd d dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
215 although it's confessed, upon the fret and ferment of Sedition they were as turbulent as any; although it's confessed, upon the fret and ferment of Sedition they were as turbulent as any; cs pn31|vbz vvn, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vbdr a-acp j c-acp d; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
216 yet never was there a more strict Law given to secure the Honour of Soveraign Powers, yet never was there a more strict Law given to secure the Honour of Sovereign Powers, av av-x vbds a-acp dt av-dc j n1 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
217 than God gave unto them, which laid an Obligation not only upon the outward man, than God gave unto them, which laid an Obligation not only upon the outward man, cs np1 vvd p-acp pno32, r-crq vvd dt n1 xx av-j p-acp dt j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
218 but upon the words and thoughts also, curse not the King, no not in thy thoughts; but upon the words and thoughts also, curse not the King, no not in thy thoughts; cc-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n2 av, vvb xx dt n1, uh-dx xx p-acp po21 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
219 and certainly with the highest Reason, for when the Honour of a Prince lies open to be invaded without fear, his Authority is near wounding, and Certainly with the highest Reason, for when the Honour of a Prince lies open to be invaded without Fear, his authority is near wounding, cc av-j p-acp dt js n1, c-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, po31 n1 vbz av-j vvg, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
220 and his Person no ways secure; and his Person no ways secure; cc po31 n1 dx n2 vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
221 Reputation both guards his Life, and supports his Throne, and they are ever the most dangerous Enemies to both, that undermine him in the good opinion of his Subjects, Reputation both guards his Life, and supports his Throne, and they Are ever the most dangerous Enemies to both, that undermine him in the good opinion of his Subject's, n1 av-d vvz po31 n1, cc vvz po31 n1, cc pns32 vbr av dt av-ds j n2 p-acp d, cst vvb pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
222 and render him cheap in those Eyes which should look up with the greatest Veneration; a slanderous Tongue is a more speedy Instrument of Murther than a Sword of Steel, and render him cheap in those Eyes which should look up with the greatest Veneration; a slanderous Tongue is a more speedy Instrument of Murder than a Sword of Steel, cc vvi pno31 j p-acp d n2 r-crq vmd vvi a-acp p-acp dt js n1; dt j n1 vbz dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1 cs dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
223 and a virulent Libel of more certain dispatch than Gun-shot, by how much it is easier to reach the Fame of a Soveraign Prince, than to hit his Person. and a virulent Libel of more certain dispatch than Gunshot, by how much it is Easier to reach the Fame of a Sovereign Prince, than to hit his Person. cc dt j n1 pp-f dc j n1 cs j, p-acp c-crq av-d pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cs pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
224 In our Judicial Proceedings, the common Accusation of Criminals lies for Offences against the Dignity as well as the Crown of our Soveraign Lord the King; In our Judicial Proceedings, the Common Accusation of Criminals lies for Offences against the Dignity as well as the Crown of our Sovereign Lord the King; p-acp po12 j n2-vvg, dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn vvz c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j-jn n1 dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
225 reckoning every violation of his Laws may stick reproach upon his Government; reckoning every violation of his Laws may stick reproach upon his Government; vvg d n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 21
226 but there are some Offences which strike at the very root of it, the malicious Arts of lessening him before his People, the levelling attempts to lay the Soveraigns Honour first in the dust, knowing the whole Fabrick of the Government must follow after it. but there Are Some Offences which strike At the very root of it, the malicious Arts of lessening him before his People, the levelling attempts to lay the Sovereigns Honour First in the dust, knowing the Whole Fabric of the Government must follow After it. cc-acp pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, dt j n2 pp-f vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n1, dt j-vvg n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2-jn n1 ord p-acp dt n1, vvg dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
227 And these are the Crimes which before Earthly Tribunals deserve severest Censures of all others, not but that other sins in some respects may be found more sinful at the last day, And these Are the Crimes which before Earthly Tribunals deserve Severest Censures of all Others, not but that other Sins in Some respects may be found more sinful At the last day, cc d vbr dt n2 r-crq p-acp j n2 vvb js n2 pp-f d n2-jn, xx p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp d n2 vmb vbi vvn av-dc j p-acp dt ord n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
228 but because these are most destructive of Humane Society, and most repugnant to the good and welfare of Mankind: but Because these Are most destructive of Humane Society, and most repugnant to the good and welfare of Mankind: cc-acp c-acp d vbr av-ds j pp-f j n1, cc av-ds j p-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
229 The Tongue, saith St. James, c. 3.5. is a very small Member, but being set on fire from Hell; The Tongue, Says Saint James, c. 3.5. is a very small Member, but being Set on fire from Hell; dt n1, vvz n1 np1, sy. crd. vbz dt av j n1, cc-acp vbg vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
230 being well warmed with that NONLATINALPHABET, which a little after he speaks of, it can easily put the whole course of Nature into combustion, and a short speech may contain that essential Poyson and Rancour of Malice in it, being well warmed with that, which a little After he speaks of, it can Easily put the Whole course of Nature into combustion, and a short speech may contain that essential Poison and Rancour of Malice in it, vbg av vvn p-acp d, r-crq dt j c-acp pns31 vvz pp-f, pn31 vmb av-j vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc dt j n1 vmb vvi d j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
231 as may impregnate the whole Sphere with infection and mischief. These are usually the Springs and first Movers, which bring on greater Revolutions. as may impregnate the Whole Sphere with infection and mischief. These Are usually the Springs and First Movers, which bring on greater Revolutions. c-acp vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. d vbr av-j dt n2 cc ord n2, r-crq vvb p-acp jc n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
232 And when Confusion and Desolation shall follow as a Flood, and the Sword shall march in Triumph o're the Land, And when Confusion and Desolation shall follow as a Flood, and the Sword shall march in Triumph over the Land, cc c-crq n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
233 and Ruine like a mighty whirlewind shall throw all into heaps, then if perhaps you look for the kindly Fruits of Repentance from the Authors of such Calamity; and Ruin like a mighty whirlwind shall throw all into heaps, then if perhaps you look for the kindly Fruits of Repentance from the Authors of such Calamity; cc n1 av-j dt j n1 vmb vvi d p-acp n2, av cs av pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
234 all must be, only the acknowledgment of a little improvidence, and that they never expected matters would have run on to that pass: all must be, only the acknowledgment of a little improvidence, and that they never expected matters would have run on to that pass: d vmb vbi, av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc cst pns32 av-x vvd n2 vmd vhi vvn a-acp p-acp d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
235 Whereas it is a most natural and necessary progress, from the Defamation of a Government to its Dissolution. Whereas it is a most natural and necessary progress, from the Defamation of a Government to its Dissolution. cs pn31 vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 27 Page 22
236 And then again, if there be in Scripture a peculiar notion of the word, to Honour with our Substance, and if the Holy Ghost instructs us there, that to supply the wants and necessities of our Parents be another Branch of the Honour we owe unto them; And then again, if there be in Scripture a peculiar notion of the word, to Honour with our Substance, and if the Holy Ghost instructs us there, that to supply the Wants and necessities of our Parents be Another Branch of the Honour we owe unto them; cc av av, cs pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvb p-acp po12 n1, cc cs dt j n1 vvz pno12 a-acp, cst pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po12 n2 vbb j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 22
237 as our Saviour most expresly in St. Mark 10. and St. Paul also brings it under the same head, Rom. 13. where he informs those Christians of their non-exemption from Tribute, as our Saviour most expressly in Saint Mark 10. and Saint Paul also brings it under the same head, Rom. 13. where he informs those Christians of their non-exemption from Tribute, c-acp po12 n1 ds av-j p-acp n1 vvb crd cc n1 np1 av vvz pn31 p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvz d np1 pp-f po32 j p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
238 and implies it to be an act of Justice, by his word then used, NONLATINALPHABET, render ye, or restore, tribute; not so much a Gift as a Debt. and Implies it to be an act of justice, by his word then used,, render you, or restore, tribute; not so much a Gift as a Debt. cc vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po31 n1 av vvn,, vvb pn22, cc vvi, n1; xx av av-d dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
239 And it is but a very reasonable return indeed, for our secure nights and our useful days, And it is but a very reasonable return indeed, for our secure nights and our useful days, cc pn31 vbz p-acp dt j j n1 av, p-acp po12 j n2 cc po12 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
240 for our peace and protection, and all the opportunities serving unto life and godliness; for our peace and protection, and all the opportunities serving unto life and godliness; p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, cc d dt n2 vvg p-acp n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
241 I say it is but a very reasonable return, if we contribute to the necessary support of the Government; I say it is but a very reasonable return, if we contribute to the necessary support of the Government; pns11 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp dt j j n1, cs pns12 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
242 yet still this ought so to be, as in a way consistent with its Honour and Reputation. yet still this ought so to be, as in a Way consistent with its Honour and Reputation. av av d vmd av pc-acp vbi, c-acp p-acp dt n1 j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
243 The Boundaries and Stations of Nature can never be altered, and a contumely offered from a Son cannot be commuted for, by the performance of any other part of his Duty. The Boundaries and Stations of Nature can never be altered, and a contumely offered from a Son cannot be commuted for, by the performance of any other part of his Duty. dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
244 You will not much commend the Obedience or dutiful Regards of that person, who shall offer to relieve the Necessities of his distressed Father, You will not much commend the obedience or dutiful Regards of that person, who shall offer to relieve the Necessities of his distressed Father, pn22 vmb xx d vvi dt n1 cc j n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
245 but withall shall read him a petulant Lecture upon the ill management of his Estate, but withal shall read him a petulant Lecture upon the ill management of his Estate, cc-acp av vmb vvi pno31 dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
246 and his spendthrift courses, that shall exact accounts with all the rigour and scrupulosity of a Tasker, and his spendthrift courses, that shall exact accounts with all the rigour and scrupulosity of a Tasker, cc po31 n1 n2, cst vmb vvi n2 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
247 and tye him up perhaps to such terms and conditions as shall be most grievous and burdensom, if not impossible. and tie him up perhaps to such terms and conditions as shall be most grievous and burdensome, if not impossible. cc vvi pno31 a-acp av p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp vmb vbi av-ds j cc j, cs xx j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
248 There seems to have been more ingenuity, if not less wickedness, in those Pharisees of old, whom our Saviour reproves upon this score, in the 7th of St. Mark; they fairly dasht out this part of the Divine Law by their own Traditions, There seems to have been more ingenuity, if not less wickedness, in those Pharisees of old, whom our Saviour reproves upon this score, in the 7th of Saint Mark; they fairly dashed out this part of the Divine Law by their own Traditions, pc-acp vvz pc-acp vhi vbn av-dc n1, cs xx dc n1, p-acp d np2 pp-f j, ro-crq po12 n1 vvz p-acp d n1, p-acp dt ord pp-f n1 vvb; pns32 av-j vvd av d n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp po32 d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
249 and did not delude the wants and the expectation of their Parents, with a Subsidie in one hand, and did not delude the Wants and the expectation of their Parents, with a Subsidy in one hand, cc vdd xx vvi dt n2 cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
250 and a Remonstrance in the other; and a Remonstrance in the other; cc dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
251 by their Vow of Corban they put an issue to the matter, and never let it come to a business of bargain and sale betwixt them, by their Voelli of Corban they put an issue to the matter, and never let it come to a business of bargain and sale betwixt them, p-acp po32 vvb pp-f np1 pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av-x vvb pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
252 or such vile higgling, as can never shew with any decency, unless betwixt an unbelieving Christian and a broking Jew. or such vile higgling, as can never show with any decency, unless betwixt an unbelieving Christian and a broking Jew. cc d j n-vvg, c-acp vmb av-x vvi p-acp d n1, cs p-acp dt vvg np1 cc dt j-vvg np1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 28 Page 23
253 Lastly, The great and infallible Test of our Honour, is Obedience; Then are ye my Disciples indeed, saith our Saviour, if ye do whatsoever I command you: Lastly, The great and infallible Test of our Honour, is obedience; Then Are you my Disciples indeed, Says our Saviour, if you do whatsoever I command you: ord, dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 vvi, vbz np1-n; av vbr pn22 po11 n2 av, vvz po12 n1, cs pn22 vdb r-crq pns11 vvb pn22: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
254 All our Hosanna's and hails, without this, are downright mockery. All our Hosanna's and hails, without this, Are downright mockery. d po12 ng1 cc vvz, p-acp d, vbr av-j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
255 And yet I must confess also, there is a sort of Obedience which hath little or nothing of Honour in it; And yet I must confess also, there is a sort of obedience which hath little or nothing of Honour in it; cc av pns11 vmb vvi av, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vhz j cc pix pp-f n1 p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
256 that which is forced and extorted by the fear of Penalties, and that which is pickt and chosen for Conveniency, and to serve an Interest; that which is forced and extorted by the Fear of Penalties, and that which is picked and chosen for Conveniency, and to serve an Interest; cst r-crq vbz vvn cc j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc cst r-crq vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
257 and such is the restive and disputatious Obedience, which will go not one step farther than a direct Precept of Scripture shall press it, and such is the restive and disputatious obedience, which will go not one step farther than a Direct Precept of Scripture shall press it, cc d vbz dt j cc ng1 n1, r-crq vmb vvi xx crd n1 av-jc cs dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
258 although it be in matters relating to the Publick welfare, and where there is no Divine Precept to the contrary. although it be in matters relating to the Public welfare, and where there is no Divine Precept to the contrary. cs pn31 vbb p-acp n2 vvg p-acp dt j n1, cc c-crq pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
259 The Reason is, because all this may be done where there is no Respect had to the Authority of the Law-giver; The Reason is, Because all this may be done where there is no Respect had to the authority of the Lawgiver; dt n1 vbz, c-acp d d vmb vbi vdn c-crq a-acp vbz dx n1 vhd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
260 and it is that alone which gives the formality and true stamp to Obedience. and it is that alone which gives the formality and true stamp to obedience. cc pn31 vbz d av-j r-crq vvz dt n1 cc j n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
261 Now if many shall be found wanting and defective in their Duty, who yet keep the Law, Now if many shall be found wanting and defective in their Duty, who yet keep the Law, av cs d vmb vbi vvn vvg cc j p-acp po32 n1, r-crq av vvb dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
262 then where shall the Disobedient appear? Nay in what Form of the Kings true Honourers, then where shall the Disobedient appear? Nay in what From of the Kings true Honourers, av q-crq vmb dt j vvi? uh-x p-acp q-crq n1 pp-f dt n2 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
263 and right Faithful Subjects, must they be placed, who not only violate the Laws, but also teach men so to do; and right Faithful Subject's, must they be placed, who not only violate the Laws, but also teach men so to do; cc j-jn j n2-jn, vmb pns32 vbi vvn, r-crq xx av-j vvi dt n2, cc-acp av vvb n2 av pc-acp vdi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
264 and teach it not only by Example, but by Precept, by Institutes of Libertinism, by distinguishing men out of their Loyalty, and teach it not only by Exampl, but by Precept, by Institutes of Libertinism, by distinguishing men out of their Loyalty, cc vvb pn31 xx av-j p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1, p-acp np1 pp-f np1, p-acp j-vvg n2 av pp-f po32 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
265 and stating of Cases and Questions, whereby the Law it self is made the only Criminal, and stating of Cases and Questions, whereby the Law it self is made the only Criminal, cc vvg pp-f n2 cc n2, c-crq dt n1 pn31 n1 vbz vvn dt j j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
266 and suffers accordingly? Among all the hellish Machinations and Devices which the Enemy of Mankind, in the shape of an Angel of light, hath hitherto used for breaking the Order, and suffers accordingly? Among all the hellish Machinations and Devices which the Enemy of Mankind, in the shape of an Angel of Light, hath hitherto used for breaking the Order, cc vvz av-vvg? p-acp d dt j n2 cc n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vhz av vvn p-acp vvg dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
267 and disturbing the Peace and Quiet of the World, perhaps there hath not been a more dangerous one than that which of late hath appeared among us, and disturbing the Peace and Quiet of the World, perhaps there hath not been a more dangerous one than that which of late hath appeared among us, cc vvg dt n1 cc j-jn pp-f dt n1, av a-acp vhz xx vbn dt av-dc j pi cs d r-crq pp-f av-j vhz vvn p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 24
268 and is not unsitly called The Reign of Conscience. I would not be thought to go about to expose so sacred a thing, whilst I only express my resentment of those abuses, which it suffers by the folly and wickedness of them who most delight to have the word in their Mouths; and is not unfitly called The Reign of Conscience. I would not be Thought to go about to expose so sacred a thing, while I only express my resentment of those Abuses, which it suffers by the folly and wickedness of them who most delight to have the word in their Mouths; cc vbz xx av-j vvn dt vvi pp-f n1. pns11 vmd xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi av j dt n1, cs pns11 av-j vvb po11 n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 r-crq av-ds n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
269 and it is the greatest abuse certainly, to Idolize it, and so become Worshippers of our own selves, to ascribe the supremacy and power of determination unto every mans private Conscience, which the Law hath placed elsewhere, and it is the greatest abuse Certainly, to Idolise it, and so become Worshippers of our own selves, to ascribe the supremacy and power of determination unto every men private Conscience, which the Law hath placed elsewhere, cc pn31 vbz dt js n1 av-j, pc-acp vvb pn31, cc av vvb n2 pp-f po12 d n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d ng1 j n1, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
270 for a known and publick resort. for a known and public resort. p-acp dt vvn cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
271 The Oceanists are wont to tell us of an Empire of men, so they call Monarchy; The Oceanists Are wont to tell us of an Empire of men, so they call Monarchy; dt n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi pno12 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, av pns32 vvb n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
272 and an Empire of Laws, and that must be their own dear Common-wealth, but here's an Empire of Conscience which outs them both. and an Empire of Laws, and that must be their own dear Commonwealth, but here's an Empire of Conscience which outs them both. cc dt n1 pp-f n2, cc cst vmb vbi po32 d j-jn n1, cc-acp av|vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq av pno32 av-d. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
273 This must needs be the most Arbitrary of any other, since men have learnt the artifice to manage Conscience, This must needs be the most Arbitrary of any other, since men have learned the artifice to manage Conscience, d vmb av vbi dt av-ds j-jn pp-f d n-jn, c-acp n2 vhb vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
274 like those Prisms or Mathematical Glasses, which with a slight turn shall present any Colour, which fancy or affection calls for; like those Prisms or Mathematical Glasses, which with a slight turn shall present any Colour, which fancy or affection calls for; av-j d n2 cc j n2, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi d n1, r-crq n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
275 that Reign must also be most tyrannical, which knows no milder Punishment for every transgression than the pain of damnation; that Reign must also be most tyrannical, which knows no milder Punishment for every Transgression than the pain of damnation; d vvi vmb av vbb av-ds j, r-crq vvz dx jc n1 p-acp d n1 cs dt n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
276 and what Form of Polity must we call it, when every man is a King at least, being unaccountable for whatever he doth? If this be the reign of Saints, I see not but why the greatest Sensualists in the world may be reconciled unto it; and what From of Polity must we call it, when every man is a King At least, being unaccountable for whatever he does? If this be the Reign of Saints, I see not but why the greatest Sensualists in the world may be reconciled unto it; cc r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vmb pns12 vvi pn31, c-crq d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp ds, vbg j p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz? cs d vbb dt n1 pp-f n2, pns11 vvb xx cc-acp c-crq dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
277 for Conscience at the most, and where it is alledged with the greatest sincerity and truth, is but an act of my own Practical Judgment, which may be corrupted by Interest and Passion, for Conscience At the most, and where it is alleged with the greatest sincerity and truth, is but an act of my own Practical Judgement, which may be corrupted by Interest and Passion, p-acp n1 p-acp dt ds, cc c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt js n1 cc n1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 d j n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
278 and as often as by following this I decline from the Rule and Measure that is set before me, I do in effect make the last Appeal unto my Understanding Self. and as often as by following this I decline from the Rule and Measure that is Set before me, I do in Effect make the last Appeal unto my Understanding Self. cc c-acp av c-acp p-acp vvg d pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno11, pns11 vdb p-acp vvi vvi dt ord n1 p-acp po11 n1 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
279 And what is there in the world so grateful to a proud unmortified Spirit? It's one of the most luscious pieces of Sensuality which any carnal heart can wish for; And what is there in the world so grateful to a proud unmortified Spirit? It's one of the most luscious Pieces of Sensuality which any carnal heart can wish for; cc q-crq vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 av j p-acp dt j vvn n1? pn31|vbz crd pp-f dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n1 r-crq d j n1 vmb vvi p-acp; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
280 and what can the consequence be, should it go on, but the evacuating the use of the Law, and what can the consequence be, should it go on, but the evacuating the use of the Law, cc q-crq vmb dt n1 vbi, vmd pn31 vvi a-acp, cc-acp dt j-vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 25
281 and all Judicial Proceedings, i. e. in short, the ruine of a Kingdom? We sure, the People of this Nation, above all others in the World have infinite Reason to acknowledge it with all gratitude to Almighty God, and all Judicial Proceedings, i. e. in short, the ruin of a Kingdom? We sure, the People of this nation, above all Others in the World have infinite Reason to acknowledge it with all gratitude to Almighty God, cc d j n2-vvg, sy. sy. p-acp j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1? pns12 av-j, dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp d n2-jn p-acp dt n1 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 p-acp j-jn np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
282 for assigning us our Lot in that Country which of old was called, and still is (would our little Discontents but let us know how to value it) the Fortunate Island, not so much for its temperate Climate, for assigning us our Lot in that Country which of old was called, and still is (would our little Discontents but let us know how to valve it) the Fortunate Island, not so much for its temperate Climate, p-acp vvg pno12 po12 n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq pp-f j vbds vvn, cc av vbz (vmd po12 j n2 cc-acp vvb pno12 vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31) dt j n1, xx av av-d c-acp po31 j n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
283 but for that happy temper of the Constitution we now live under, both with reference to the Concerns of our Souls, and outward Estate. but for that happy temper of the Constitution we now live under, both with Referente to the Concerns of our Souls, and outward Estate. cc-acp c-acp cst j n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 av vvb p-acp, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvz pp-f po12 n2, cc j n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
284 Our Religion as to its Substance Divine and unalterable, and as to its Mode and Exercise is establisht and setled with the concurrence of all the Wisdom of the Nation, Our Religion as to its Substance Divine and unalterable, and as to its Mode and Exercise is established and settled with the concurrence of all the Wisdom of the nation, po12 n1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1 j-jn cc j, cc c-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
285 and by the Authority of the greatest Power under Heaven, and cannot be changed or controlled by the Will or Arbitrary Imposition of any man. and by the authority of the greatest Power under Heaven, and cannot be changed or controlled by the Will or Arbitrary Imposition of any man. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp n1, cc vmbx vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n1 pp-f d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
286 The Bounds of our Liberty and Property are sacred also, and not to be invaded, so long as there shall be any Reverence had to Law or Justice among us; The Bounds of our Liberty and Property Are sacred also, and not to be invaded, so long as there shall be any reverence had to Law or justice among us; dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 vbr j av, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn, av av-j c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi d n1 vhd p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
287 we must dissolve this Order, or sin our selves out of the Protection of the Government, before we can be miserable; we must dissolve this Order, or sin our selves out of the Protection of the Government, before we can be miserable; pns12 vmb vvi d n1, cc vvb po12 n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns12 vmb vbi j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
288 unless with Jeshurun, growing fat and pampered, we shall run headstrong down the Precipice of Ruine, nothing else can bring it upon us. unless with Jeshurun, growing fat and pampered, we shall run headstrong down the Precipice of Ruin, nothing Else can bring it upon us. cs p-acp vvb, vvg j cc j-vvn, pns12 vmb vvi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pix av vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
289 Nay, we seem so free from any present Grievance, that we must call in imagination to help us to anticipate Misery, Nay, we seem so free from any present Grievance, that we must call in imagination to help us to anticipate Misery, uh-x, pns12 vvb av j p-acp d j n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
290 and be astonisht at a dreadful painted Scene, which only our affected Fears and Jealousies represent unto us. and be astonished At a dreadful painted Scene, which only our affected Fears and Jealousies represent unto us. cc vbi vvn p-acp dt j j-vvn n1, r-crq av-j po12 j-vvn n2 cc n2 vvi p-acp pno12. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
291 And next unto Almighty God we must render unto his Majesty the Honour due unto him, in all the fore-mentioned Instances of the Duty, And next unto Almighty God we must render unto his Majesty the Honour due unto him, in all the forementioned Instances of the Duty, cc ord p-acp j-jn np1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 j-jn p-acp pno31, p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
292 for our Peace and Plenty, for our Shelter and Protection from Foreign Enemies, and for the wise diversion of the sad Effects of our own Animosities, for our Peace and Plenty, for our Shelter and Protection from Foreign Enemies, and for the wise diversion of the sad Effects of our own Animosities, p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f po12 d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 26
293 for the repeated assurances of maintaining the Protestant Religion, which should be dearer to us than our Lives; for the repeated assurances of maintaining the Protestant Religion, which should be Dearer to us than our Lives; p-acp dt vvn n2 pp-f vvg dt n1 n1, r-crq vmd vbi jc-jn p-acp pno12 cs po12 n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
294 for the continuance of His Clemency and Paternal Care over this our Reformed Church, which renders her equally the Envy of Papists and Dissenters, for the Continuance of His Clemency and Paternal Care over this our Reformed Church, which renders her equally the Envy of Papists and Dissenters, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc j n1 p-acp d po12 vvn n1, r-crq vvz pno31 av-jn dt n1 pp-f njp2 cc n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
295 but a Sanctuary unto all such as flee unto her, with any sober Persuasions of Religion. but a Sanctuary unto all such as flee unto her, with any Sobrium Persuasions of Religion. cc-acp dt n1 p-acp d d c-acp vvi p-acp pno31, p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
296 And where now are our Returns for these Blessings, for which the very Heathens would have been building of Altars, And where now Are our Returns for these Blessings, for which the very heathens would have been building of Altars, cc q-crq av vbr po12 vvz p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq dt j n2-jn vmd vhi vbn vvg pp-f n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
297 and preparing Sacrifices, upon like occasion? Whither is our Love and Reverence of Authority fled, and preparing Sacrifices, upon like occasion? Whither is our Love and reverence of authority fled, cc vvg n2, p-acp j n1? q-crq vbz po12 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
298 or lost among us? O my Country-men, where is that Old-English Loyalty for which this Nation hath been of old so deservedly renowned? Alas! or lost among us? O my Countrymen, where is that Old-English Loyalty for which this nation hath been of old so deservedly renowned? Alas! cc vvn p-acp pno12? sy po11 n2, q-crq vbz d j n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vhz vbn pp-f j av av-vvn vvn? np1! (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
299 the New Plantation seems at length to return the Pest back again upon us, that was formerly the Sink and Drain into which the noxious Humours of our State were wont to be discharged; the New Plantation seems At length to return the Pest back again upon us, that was formerly the Sink and Drain into which the noxious Humours of our State were wont to be discharged; dt j n1 vvz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av av p-acp pno12, cst vbds av-j dt n1 cc vvi p-acp r-crq dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbdr j pc-acp vbi vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
300 and now (I know not by what Infatuation) we seem to be fond of, and now (I know not by what Infatuation) we seem to be found of, cc av (pns11 vvb xx p-acp r-crq n1) pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j pp-f, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
301 and willing to cherish them in our own Body; and willing to cherish them in our own Body; cc j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po12 d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
302 as if These could be any Defence to the Protestant Cause, which are the profest Enemies of the best Protestant Church upon Earth; as if These could be any Defence to the Protestant Cause, which Are the professed Enemies of the best Protestant Church upon Earth; c-acp cs d vmd vbi d n1 p-acp dt n1 n1, r-crq vbr dt j-vvn n2 pp-f dt av-js n1 n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
303 and if ever the Peace and Settlement of our Israel chance to be disturb'd, it will be (in all Humane Probability) by an Eruption from the Confluence of These, when ever they shall be ripe for Mischief: and if ever the Peace and Settlement of our Israel chance to be disturbed, it will be (in all Humane Probability) by an Eruption from the Confluence of These, when ever they shall be ripe for Mischief: cc cs av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 np1 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pn31 vmb vbi (p-acp d j n1) p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, c-crq av pns32 vmb vbi j p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
304 Nay, the fresh Experience of our Sister-Kingdom of Scotland, puts it out of question. Nay, the fresh Experience of our Sister-Kingdom of Scotland, puts it out of question. uh-x, dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 pp-f np1, vvz pn31 av pp-f n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
305 But blessed be God, the Wisdom and Vigilance of our State is awake, and sufficiently apprehensive from what Quarter the Danger threatens; But blessed be God, the Wisdom and Vigilance of our State is awake, and sufficiently apprehensive from what Quarter the Danger threatens; p-acp vvn vbb np1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vbz j, cc av-j j p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
306 and it's hoped the whole Nation will be sensible for what these Coals of Fire are kept alive and glowing hot within her Bowels, meerly by those various Winds of Doctrine which blow from the Caverns of Schismatical Conventicles. To these it is our Nation ows her Lankness and Ill-thriving under the plenteous Means of Grace and Goodness; and it's hoped the Whole nation will be sensible for what these Coals of Fire Are kept alive and glowing hight within her Bowels, merely by those various Winds of Doctrine which blow from the Caverns of Schismatical Conventicles. To these it is our nation ows her Lankness and Ill-thriving under the plenteous Means of Grace and goodness; cc pn31|vbz vvn dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi j p-acp r-crq d n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn j cc j-vvg j p-acp po31 n2, av-j p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2. p-acp d pn31 vbz po12 n1 vvz po31 n1 cc j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 27
307 and without Gods extraordinary, abundant, and overflowing Mercy, it's morally impossible that the Regular Ministry of the Gospel should have any the least considerable Success upon the Souls of Men among us, under such strong Prejudices, and without God's extraordinary, abundant, and overflowing Mercy, it's morally impossible that the Regular Ministry of the Gospel should have any the least considerable Success upon the Souls of Men among us, under such strong Prejudices, cc p-acp npg1 j, j, cc j-vvg n1, pn31|vbz av-j j cst dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vhi d dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12, p-acp d j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
308 whilst the strange Fires of Nadab blazing upon unhallow'd Altars, shall dazzle and misguide the Weak, and the Wilful be suffered to persist in the Contradiction of Corah. If that Paper-Draught and Scheam of an Association, which was lately brought to light, be justly thought worthy of the Abhorrence and Detestation of every Loyal Heart and Hand, you will not spare those Assemblies of Schism, those Garrisons of Sedition, which are but so many little Models and brief Essays of the Association in act. Neither your Peace nor Religion are consistent with them. Our Princes Power in Ecclesiasticals, after the Example of the Religious Kings of Judah, is one main Article of our Reformation; and what a mighty Influence this hath upon our Civil Ʋnion, no Considering Man can doubt: while the strange Fires of Nadab blazing upon unhallowed Altars, shall dazzle and misguide the Weak, and the Wilful be suffered to persist in the Contradiction of Corah. If that Paper-Draught and Scheme of an Association, which was lately brought to Light, be justly Thought worthy of the Abhorrence and Detestation of every Loyal Heart and Hand, you will not spare those Assemblies of Schism, those Garrisons of Sedition, which Are but so many little Models and brief Essays of the Association in act. Neither your Peace nor Religion Are consistent with them. Our Princes Power in Ecclesiasticals, After the Exampl of the Religious Kings of Judah, is one main Article of our Reformation; and what a mighty Influence this hath upon our Civil Ʋnion, no Considering Man can doubt: cs dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp j n2, vmb vvi cc vvi dt j, cc dt j vbb vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. cs d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbds av-j vvn p-acp n1, vbb av-j vvn j pp-f dt np1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1 cc n1, pn22 vmb xx vvi d n2 pp-f n1, d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr p-acp av d j n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1. av-d po22 n1 ccx n1 vbr j p-acp pno32. po12 ng1 n1 p-acp n2-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1, vbz pi j n1 pp-f po12 n1; cc q-crq dt j n1 d vhz p-acp po12 j n1, dx vvg n1 vmb vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
309 both which are twice contradicted and everthrown; both which Are twice contradicted and everthrown; d r-crq vbr av vvd cc vvn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
310 first, by the Fact it self, of Assembling, so notorious and daring, in contempt of Authority; First, by the Fact it self, of Assembling, so notorious and daring, in contempt of authority; ord, p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, pp-f vvg, av j cc j-vvg, p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
311 and next, by those Seditious Doctrines which are but too frequently disseminated among them: and next, by those Seditious Doctrines which Are but too frequently disseminated among them: cc ord, p-acp d j n2 r-crq vbr p-acp av av-j vvn p-acp pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
312 Nay, if Pregnant Causes should not sometimes miscarry in their Productions of evil as well as good Effects, such Practices as these, Nay, if Pregnant Causes should not sometime miscarry in their Productions of evil as well as good Effects, such Practices as these, uh-x, cs j n2 vmd xx av vvi p-acp po32 n2 pp-f j-jn c-acp av c-acp j n2, d n2 c-acp d, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
313 so scandalous to Christianity, persisted in, and vouched for, with the Pretences of Conscience and Religion, were enough to make the Names of Conscience and Religion to stink upon the Earth. so scandalous to Christianity, persisted in, and vouched for, with the Pretences of Conscience and Religion, were enough to make the Names of Conscience and Religion to stink upon the Earth. av j p-acp np1, vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
314 As often as the Language of the prostitute Press, and Common Places of Conversation, shall be undutiful and reflecting upon Authority, that only argues an ordinary itchy contagious Evil running upon the Vulgar; As often as the Language of the prostitute Press, and Common Places of Conversation, shall be undutiful and reflecting upon authority, that only argues an ordinary itchy contagious Evil running upon the vulgar; p-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb, cc j n2 pp-f n1, vmb vbi j cc vvg p-acp n1, cst av-j vvz dt j j j j-jn vvg p-acp dt j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 28
315 but when the Greatest and Justest Power upon Earth shall be confronted with a pretended Commission from Heaven, but when the Greatest and Justest Power upon Earth shall be confronted with a pretended Commission from Heaven, cc-acp c-crq dt js cc js n1 p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt vvd n1 p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
316 and a Publick Exercise of Worship set up, in opposition to that which with the greatest Wisdom and deliberation is establish'd, and a Public Exercise of Worship Set up, in opposition to that which with the greatest Wisdom and deliberation is established, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn a-acp, p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 vbz vvd, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
317 and Conscience brought to vouch for one, which is the strictest Tie and Obligation to the other, this shews a Diabolical Contrivance to sham Religion, and Conscience brought to vouch for one, which is the Strictest Tie and Obligation to the other, this shows a Diabolical Contrivance to sham Religion, cc n1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp crd, r-crq vbz dt js vvb cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn, d vvz dt j n1 p-acp n1 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
318 and make her turn the Point back, and stab her self. and make her turn the Point back, and stab her self. cc vvi pno31 vvi dt n1 av, cc vvi po31 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
319 Yet this, and many other Distempers we labour under, would meet a speedy Remedy, were we persuaded to put the Duty of my Text into practice. Yet this, and many other Distempers we labour under, would meet a speedy Remedy, were we persuaded to put the Duty of my Text into practice. av d, cc d j-jn n2 pns12 vvb p-acp, vmd vvi dt j n1, vbdr pns12 vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
320 A setled Reverence for Authority would breed an Affection to the Persons of our Governours, A settled reverence for authority would breed an Affection to the Persons of our Governors, dt j-vvn n1 p-acp n1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
321 and that would produce a Trust and Confidence in the Publick Management, and this would be a means to banish those ill-boading Jealousies and sinister Interpretations which are put upon every Occurrence, and that would produce a Trust and Confidence in the Public Management, and this would be a means to banish those ill-boding Jealousies and sinister Interpretations which Are put upon every Occurrence, cc cst vmd vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc d vmd vbi dt n2 pc-acp vvi d j n2 cc j n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
322 and perhaps is the worst Symptom of our Misery. and perhaps is the worst symptom of our Misery. cc av vbz dt js n1 pp-f po12 n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
323 And can there be any thing more equitable, than what is now recommended unto us, to pay that Tribute of Honour to our Supreme Civil Parent, which is exacted, And can there be any thing more equitable, than what is now recommended unto us, to pay that Tribute of Honour to our Supreme Civil Parent, which is exacted, cc vmb a-acp vbi d n1 av-dc j, cs r-crq vbz av vvn p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 j j n1, r-crq vbz vvn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
324 and not denied, in all other Relations whatever? The Master of a Family will not suffer his Power of ordering the Affairs of his own House to be disputed or encroach'd upon by any other; and not denied, in all other Relations whatever? The Master of a Family will not suffer his Power of ordering the Affairs of his own House to be disputed or encroached upon by any other; cc xx vvn, p-acp d j-jn n2 r-crq? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb xx vvi po31 n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp p-acp d n-jn; (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
325 and if it be the Lord of a petty Mannor, how absolute will he expect to be in his little Territories? What a rigid Account shall be exacted of those By-Laws which his Worship shall dictate? and sometimes shall vaunt it more with that one molted Feather of the Crown, and if it be the Lord of a Petty Manor, how absolute will he expect to be in his little Territories? What a rigid Account shall be exacted of those By-Laws which his Worship shall dictate? and sometime shall vaunt it more with that one molted Feather of the Crown, cc cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, c-crq j vmb pns31 vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 j n2? q-crq dt j vvb vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n2 r-crq po31 n1 vmb vvi? cc av vmb vvi pn31 av-dc p-acp d crd vvn n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
326 and look for more Observance, than what himself will pay to the Sacred Head which wears the Diadem. and look for more Observance, than what himself will pay to the Sacred Head which wears the Diadem. cc vvb p-acp dc n1, cs r-crq n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 r-crq vvz dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
327 One should think the very Love and Sense of Duty towards our Natural Lord and Sovereign, should be as prevalent at least with us, One should think the very Love and Sense of Duty towards our Natural Lord and Sovereign, should be as prevalent At least with us, pi vmd vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 j n1 cc j-jn, vmd vbi a-acp j p-acp ds p-acp pno12, (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
328 as the Dread and Terror of a cruel Usurper: as the Dread and Terror of a cruel Usurper: c-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f dt j n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 29
329 And shall this depress us to the basest degrees of Servility, and the other not enlarge our Souls with great Propensions to Honour and Obedience? And shall this depress us to the Basest Degrees of Servility, and the other not enlarge our Souls with great Propensions to Honour and obedience? cc vmb d vvb pno12 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1, cc dt j-jn xx vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 29 Page 30
330 But perhaps there is nothing will make us altogether Christians in this great Branch of Christianity, but the proper Motives of Religion; But perhaps there is nothing will make us altogether Christians in this great Branch of Christianity, but the proper Motives of Religion; p-acp av pc-acp vbz pix vmb vvi pno12 av np1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
331 and therefore, after the Equity of the thing, let us next consider what Godliness there is in it: and Therefore, After the Equity of the thing, let us next Consider what Godliness there is in it: cc av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pno12 ord vvi r-crq n1 a-acp vbz p-acp pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
332 And here we shall find such a strict Alliance betwixt the Fear of God and the Honour of the King, that in Holy Scripture they are commonly joyned together, And Here we shall find such a strict Alliance betwixt the fear of God and the Honour of the King, that in Holy Scripture they Are commonly joined together, cc av pns12 vmb vvi d dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst p-acp j n1 pns32 vbr av-j vvn av, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
333 and in Practice can never be divided. and in Practice can never be divided. cc p-acp n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
334 The Name of Piety is properly given to that Duty which is owing unto Parents, by the best Classical Writers; The Name of Piety is properly given to that Duty which is owing unto Parents, by the best Classical Writers; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz vvg p-acp n2, p-acp dt js j n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
335 and the Honouring of a Prince, I have read in a Learned and Reverend Author, called an Elicit Act of Religion, meaning, I suppose, such a Worship of God, and the Honouring of a Prince, I have read in a Learned and Reverend Author, called an Elicit Act of Religion, meaning, I suppose, such a Worship of God, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt j cc n-jn n1, vvd dt vvb n1 pp-f n1, vvg, pns11 vvb, d dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
336 as the Image-worship of the Romanists would be, were there no Divine Precept in bar against them, rendring their Practice unwarrantable and superstitious. as the Image-worship of the Romanists would be, were there no Divine Precept in bar against them, rendering their Practice unwarrantable and superstitious. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vmd vbi, vbdr a-acp dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, vvg po32 n1 j cc j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
337 But we need not strain a Point to that nicety; But we need not strain a Point to that nicety; cc-acp pns12 vvb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
338 If Loyalty be a Duty indispensible, and an important Act of Christian Religion, we have a considerable Advantage against our Adversaries on both hands, If Loyalty be a Duty indispensible, and an important Act of Christian Religion, we have a considerable Advantage against our Adversaries on both hands, cs n1 vbb dt n1 j, cc dt j n1 pp-f njp n1, pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
339 when we dare joyn Issue with them upon the Observation of one of the Chief of Gods Moral Laws, when we Dare join Issue with them upon the Observation of one of the Chief of God's Moral Laws, c-crq pns12 vvb vvi n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f dt n-jn pp-f npg1 j n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
340 as to which our Papist Adversaries, and Dissenters also, are notoriously defective. as to which our Papist Adversaries, and Dissenters also, Are notoriously defective. c-acp p-acp r-crq po12 njp n2, cc n2 av, vbr av-j j. (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
341 It's Honour enough, that our Reformed Church of England hath been here acknowledged the sure Conservatrix of the Principles of Loyalty, It's Honour enough, that our Reformed Church of England hath been Here acknowledged the sure Conservatrix of the Principles of Loyalty, pn31|vbz n1 av-d, cst po12 vvn n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn av vvn dt j fw-la pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
342 and was never wanting in the Practice of them in the worst of Times; and was never wanting in the Practice of them in the worst of Times; cc vbds av-x vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt js pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
343 and this is it that makes her the Butt of all the Factions, at which they shoot their bitter Arrows: and this is it that makes her the Butt of all the Factions, At which they shoot their bitter Arrows: cc d vbz pn31 cst vvz pno31 dt n1 pp-f d dt n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb po32 j n2: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
344 This draws upon her those Loads of Calumnies and Contempts which the Subtile Underminers of the State stir up, This draws upon her those Loads of Calumnies and Contempts which the Subtle Underminers of the State stir up, d vvz p-acp po31 d vvz pp-f n2 cc n2 r-crq dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb a-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
345 and unwary Persons are loud and clamorous in, they know not why: and unwary Persons Are loud and clamorous in, they know not why: cc j-u n2 vbr j cc j p-acp, pns32 vvb xx c-crq: (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 30
346 Otherwise, what reason is there imaginable, why some that pretend an Agreement in all Doctrinals with her, Otherwise, what reason is there imaginable, why Some that pretend an Agreement in all Doctrinals with her, av, q-crq n1 vbz a-acp j, c-crq d cst vvb dt n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp pno31, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 31
347 and would go further, should yet labour her Ruine, and would rejoyce to see her laid waste and desolate, but only because she is known to be an impregnable Defence to the Monarchy and lawful Government of the Nation, and would go further, should yet labour her Ruin, and would rejoice to see her laid waste and desolate, but only Because she is known to be an impregnable Defence to the Monarchy and lawful Government of the nation, cc vmd vvi av-jc, vmd av vvi po31 n1, cc vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 vvd vvi cc j, p-acp j c-acp pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 31
348 and cannot, as others do, give a Dispensation for Resistance? and cannot, as Others do, give a Dispensation for Resistance? cc vmbx, c-acp n2-jn vdb, vvb dt n1 p-acp n1? (3) sermon (DIV1) 30 Page 31
349 We may see it by experience among our selves, how the Honour of God is promoted and carried on in the same Company, We may see it by experience among our selves, how the Honour of God is promoted and carried on in the same Company, pns12 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt d n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
350 and by the same Proportions, with that to the King. and by the same Proportions, with that to the King. cc p-acp dt d n2, p-acp cst p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
351 Who are they that frequent the Places where his Honour dwells, and that set forth the Glory of God, Who Are they that frequent the Places where his Honour dwells, and that Set forth the Glory of God, q-crq vbr pns32 d vvi dt n2 c-crq po31 n1 vvz, cc d vvd av dt n1 pp-f np1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
352 and declare his Majesty and Mercy, by Acknowledgments, Praises, and Confessions made unto him, with due Solemnity and Reverence, and declare his Majesty and Mercy, by Acknowledgments, Praises, and Confessions made unto him, with due Solemnity and reverence, cc vvi po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp n2, n2, cc n2 vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
353 and make a Conscience of these things? of offering these Sacrifices to his Honour, and make a Conscience of these things? of offering these Sacrifices to his Honour, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2? pp-f vvg d n2 p-acp po31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
354 as of old they offered their Goods and Cattel? Are they not such generally as pay a dutiful Respect unto his Representative on Earth? such as are polish'd and refin'd by Education, as of old they offered their Goods and Cattle? are they not such generally as pay a dutiful Respect unto his Representative on Earth? such as Are polished and refined by Education, c-acp pp-f n1 pns32 vvd po32 n2-j cc n2? vbr pns32 xx d av-j c-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1? d c-acp vbr j-vvn cc j-vvn p-acp n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
355 and know the Laws of Observance and Regard? And it's agreeable to the Genius of a Gentleman, and know the Laws of Observance and Regard? And it's agreeable to the Genius of a Gentleman, cc vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1? cc pn31|vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
356 if not byassed by some Fanatick Interest, to assert the Publick Rites of Worship; if not biased by Some Fanatic Interest, to assert the Public Rites of Worship; cs xx vvn p-acp d j-jn n1, pc-acp vvb dt j n2 pp-f n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
357 whereas the Lower Part of Men, especially where they have received any Factious Impressions, are not sensible of any the least touch of Conscience for these Matters, whereas the Lower Part of Men, especially where they have received any Factious Impressions, Are not sensible of any the least touch of Conscience for these Matters, cs dt jc n1 pp-f n2, av-j c-crq pns32 vhb vvn d j n2, vbr xx j pp-f d dt ds n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
358 neither for Gods Honour nor the Kings. I shall add but few Words more: neither for God's Honour nor the Kings. I shall add but few Words more: av-dx p-acp ng1 n1 ccx dt n2. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n2 dc: (3) sermon (DIV1) 31 Page 31
359 What remains shall be, according to my proposed Method, to shew the Obligation to this Duty, from the Argument contained in the last Clause of my Text, which is the Promise of a very desirable Blessing; What remains shall be, according to my proposed Method, to show the Obligation to this Duty, from the Argument contained in the last Clause of my Text, which is the Promise of a very desirable Blessing; q-crq vvz vmb vbi, vvg p-acp po11 j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po11 n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 31
360 but it implies a severe Threatning in case of Disobedience, no less than an utter Abscission and Cutting off from the Land of Promise: but it Implies a severe Threatening in case of Disobedience, no less than an utter Abscission and Cutting off from the Land of Promise: cc-acp pn31 vvz dt j vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av-dx dc cs dt j n1 cc vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 31
361 And this must needs have a mighty Influence upon that People especially, and all others in general. And this must needs have a mighty Influence upon that People especially, and all Others in general. cc d vmb av vhi dt j n1 p-acp cst n1 av-j, cc d n2-jn p-acp n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
362 The force of the Inference lies chiefly in the Threatning. Thus God elsewhere invites them with a gracious Promise, Isa. 1.19. If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the Land; The force of the Inference lies chiefly in the Threatening. Thus God elsewhere invites them with a gracious Promise, Isaiah 1.19. If you be willing and obedient, you shall eat the good of the Land; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz av-jn p-acp dt vvg. av np1 av vvz pno32 p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. cs pn22 vbb j cc j, pn22 vmb vvi dt j pp-f dt n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
363 but he drives and compels in the next Words with a terrible Threat, But if ye refuse and rebel, ye shall be devour'd with the Sword. but he drives and compels in the next Words with a terrible Threat, But if you refuse and rebel, you shall be devoured with the Sword. p-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt ord n2 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp cs pn22 vvb cc vvi, pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
364 The Curse of God hanging over the Head of a contumacious and rebellious People, is enough to reduce them, The Curse of God hanging over the Head of a contumacious and rebellious People, is enough to reduce them, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi pno32, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
365 if there be any fear of God in the Place. if there be any Fear of God in the Place. cs pc-acp vbb d vvb pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
366 This is the proper Season for God himself, the King of Kings, to appear and interpose, This is the proper Season for God himself, the King of Kings, to appear and interpose, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1 px31, dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
367 when his Vicegerents here on Earth shall be set at nought: when his Vicegerents Here on Earth shall be Set At nought: c-crq po31 n2 av p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pix: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
368 Here is dignus vindice modus, a proper Care for the All-ruling Providence, and a Recompence worthy of a Divine Revenge; Here is Dignus vindice modus, a proper Care for the All-ruling Providence, and a Recompense worthy of a Divine Revenge; av vbz fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1 j pp-f dt j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
369 and it hath seldom failed upon such Exigencies, although it hath been sometimes slow. I shall leave but one Example with you; and it hath seldom failed upon such Exigencies, although it hath been sometime slow. I shall leave but one Exampl with you; cc pn31 vhz av vvn p-acp d n2, cs pn31 vhz vbn av j. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp pn22; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
370 but it is such an one as I think we may challenge all History, Sacred and Humane, to match it; it is in the 16th. of Numbers, in this very People of the Jews, and not far from the time when this Law was given them. but it is such an one as I think we may challenge all History, Sacred and Humane, to match it; it is in the 16th. of Numbers, in this very People of the jews, and not Far from the time when this Law was given them. cc-acp pn31 vbz d dt crd c-acp pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi d n1, j cc j, pc-acp vvi pn31; pn31 vbz p-acp dt ord. pp-f n2, p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt np2, cc xx av-j p-acp dt n1 c-crq d n1 vbds vvn pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
371 At the beginning of the Chapter Corah and his Company rise up against Moses and Aaron, the Chief Magistrate and Chief Priest, At the beginning of the Chapter Corah and his Company rise up against Moses and Aaron, the Chief Magistrate and Chief Priest, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1 cc po31 n1 vvi a-acp p-acp np1 cc np1, dt j-jn n1 cc j-jn n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
372 As Religion and Loyalty are still found in Conjunction, so the King and Priest have the same Common Enemies. As Religion and Loyalty Are still found in Conjunction, so the King and Priest have the same Common Enemies. c-acp n1 cc n1 vbr av vvn p-acp n1, av dt n1 cc n1 vhb dt d j n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
373 And what was the Cause that stirred up these Men to mutiny? It was plainly the Levellers Grievance, the Imparity of Gods People, the hated Eminence of a Superior, And what was the Cause that stirred up these Men to mutiny? It was plainly the Levellers Grievance, the Imparity of God's People, the hated Eminence of a Superior, cc q-crq vbds dt n1 cst vvd a-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi? pn31 vbds av-j dt n2 n1, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt j-jn, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
374 and the heavy Yoke of Government: and the heavy Yoke of Government: cc dt j n1 pp-f n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
375 For thus they vent their Discontents against Moses and Aaron, ver. 3. Ye take too much upon you, seeing all the Congregation are holy, every one of them; For thus they vent their Discontents against Moses and Aaron, ver. 3. You take too much upon you, seeing all the Congregation Are holy, every one of them; c-acp av pns32 vvb po32 n2-jn p-acp np1 cc np1, fw-la. crd pn22 vvb av av-d p-acp pn22, vvg d dt n1 vbr j, d crd pp-f pno32; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 32
376 wherefore then lift ye up your selves above the Congregation of the Lord? Here's now the Masque of Sedition, with all its Paint and Varnish on: Wherefore then lift you up your selves above the Congregation of the Lord? Here's now the Masque of Sedition, with all its Paint and Varnish on: q-crq av vvb pn22 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? av|vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d po31 vvb cc vvi a-acp: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
377 It is the Lords Cause; it is for freeing the Congregation of the Lord from the Slavery, which Moses held them under, It is the lords Cause; it is for freeing the Congregation of the Lord from the Slavery, which Moses held them under, pn31 vbz dt n2 vvb; pn31 vbz p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq np1 vvd pno32 p-acp, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
378 for asserting the Liberties of an Holy People: And as if the meer joyning with the Faction had been Holiness it self, it is alledged, they were all holy, every one of them. for asserting the Liberties of an Holy People: And as if the mere joining with the Faction had been Holiness it self, it is alleged, they were all holy, every one of them. p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt j n1: cc c-acp cs dt j vvg p-acp dt n1 vhd vbn n1 pn31 n1, pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 vbdr d j, d crd pp-f pno32. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
379 Moses looks upon this Face of Affairs as of a dangerous presage, and makes his Appeal to God, the Ordainer of Powers, and the Revenger of Kings; Moses looks upon this Face of Affairs as of a dangerous presage, and makes his Appeal to God, the Ordainer of Powers, and the Revenger of Kings; np1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 c-acp pp-f dt j n1, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
380 he joyns Issue with the Mutineers upon the Point, and is content the Divine Right of Government should be tried by the Success which God should give to the Sacrilegious Enterprise of these Men. he joins Issue with the Mutineers upon the Point, and is content the Divine Right of Government should be tried by the Success which God should give to the Sacrilegious Enterprise of these Men. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vbz j dt j-jn n-jn pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
381 And what was the Event? Why, the Question under debate received a dreadful Decision, by the Overthrow and Destruction of the Rebels; And what was the Event? Why, the Question under debate received a dreadful Decision, by the Overthrow and Destruction of the Rebels; cc q-crq vbds dt n1? uh-crq, dt n1 p-acp n1 vvd dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
382 and the Righteous God describ'd as it were the Nature of their Sin, by some Lines of the Punishment, and the Righteous God described as it were the Nature of their since, by Some Lines of the Punishment, cc dt j np1 vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
383 as appears by the Sequel of the Story. Here is now an Example of Gods appearing for his own Institution: as appears by the Sequel of the Story. Here is now an Exampl of God's appearing for his own Institution: c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. av vbz av dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp po31 d n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
384 and let any one of them who have used to talk so loud for Gods owning their Cause, and Outgoings with their Arms, match it if they can. and let any one of them who have used to talk so loud for God's owning their Cause, and Outgoings with their Arms, match it if they can. cc vvb d crd pp-f pno32 r-crq vhb vvn pc-acp vvi av av-j c-acp npg1 vvg po32 n1, cc n2-vdg p-acp po32 n2, vvb pn31 cs pns32 vmb. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
385 It's confess'd, in common Proceedings, and the ordinary Course of Providence, an Argument from Success is very fallacious; It's confessed, in Common Proceedings, and the ordinary Course of Providence, an Argument from Success is very fallacious; pn31|vbz vvn, p-acp j n2-vvg, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz av j; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
386 but in the Case as it was here, when the very Point under Trial was the Divine Right of Superiority and Rule, and this put upon the Issue, to be maintained by God by Miracle, or else to fall; but in the Case as it was Here, when the very Point under Trial was the Divine Right of Superiority and Rule, and this put upon the Issue, to be maintained by God by Miracle, or Else to fallen; cc-acp p-acp dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbds av, c-crq dt j n1 p-acp n1 vbds dt vvb av-jn pp-f n1 cc n1, cc d vvn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc av pc-acp vvi; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
387 and when God shall answer to the Appeal in such an extraordinary manner; and when God shall answer to the Appeal in such an extraordinary manner; cc c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d dt j n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
388 here, I take it, in such a Case as this, Gods Works are as instructive and infallible as his Word; Here, I take it, in such a Case as this, God's Works Are as instructive and infallible as his Word; av, pns11 vvb pn31, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, npg1 vvz vbr a-acp j cc j c-acp po31 n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
389 and in all such Events we may say, as Pharaoh 's Magicians did, This is the Finger of God; and in all such Events we may say, as Pharaoh is Magicians did, This is the Finger of God; cc p-acp d d n2 pns12 vmb vvi, c-acp np1 vbz ng1 vdd, d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 33
390 a Finger by which he writes his Will unto us as plain and legible, as ever he did upon the Tables of Stone to Moses; as legible as is the Precept it self, a Finger by which he writes his Will unto us as plain and legible, as ever he did upon the Tables of Stone to Moses; as legible as is the Precept it self, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp j cc j, c-acp av pns31 vdd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1; p-acp j c-acp vbz dt n1 pn31 n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 34
391 for whose sake I have alledged this Example. for whose sake I have alleged this Exampl. p-acp rg-crq n1 pns11 vhb vvn d n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 32 Page 34
392 Now therefore, knowing the terrors of the Lord, let us all, my Brethren, be persuaded and exhorted to have a care that we never provoke Almighty God, by our crying Sins, to send forth his Judgments any more upon this People and Kingdom. Now Therefore, knowing the terrors of the Lord, let us all, my Brothers, be persuaded and exhorted to have a care that we never provoke Almighty God, by our crying Sins, to send forth his Judgments any more upon this People and Kingdom. av av, vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb pno12 d, po11 n2, vbb vvn cc vvd pc-acp vhi dt n1 cst pns12 av-x vvi j-jn np1, p-acp po12 j-vvg n2, pc-acp vvi av po31 n2 d dc p-acp d n1 cc n1. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
393 Let us, who value our selves in being thought the Loyal and obedient Subjects, endeavour by a godly and upright Conversation to redeem the Profession of Loyalty from the evil Slanders of such as seek occasion to reproach it: Let us, who valve our selves in being Thought the Loyal and obedient Subject's, endeavour by a godly and upright Conversation to Redeem the Profession of Loyalty from the evil Slanders of such as seek occasion to reproach it: vvb pno12, r-crq n1 po12 n2 p-acp vbg vvn dt j cc j n2-jn, vvb p-acp dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f d c-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
394 Let us serve and honour our King with the greatest Zeal and Duty that we owe, but our God infinitely more: Let us serve and honour our King with the greatest Zeal and Duty that we owe, but our God infinitely more: vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 cst pns12 vvb, cc-acp po12 n1 av-j av-dc: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
395 Let us endeavour to live, as far as is possible, without the suspicion of Vice, Let us endeavour to live, as Far as is possible, without the suspicion of Vice, vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi, c-acp av-j c-acp vbz j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
396 as well as free from its contagiou; that so we may break and discredit that most false, ill-natur'd, as well as free from its contagiou; that so we may break and discredit that most false, Ill-natured, c-acp av c-acp j p-acp po31 j; cst av pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi cst av-ds j, j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
397 and uncharitable Distinction which the Pharisees and Hypocrites of the Times have taken up, when they set the Kings Loyal Subjects on one Hand, and uncharitable Distinction which the Pharisees and Hypocrites of the Times have taken up, when they Set the Kings Loyal Subject's on one Hand, cc j n1 r-crq dt np1 cc n2 pp-f dt n2 vhb vvn a-acp, c-crq pns32 vvd dt ng1 j n2-jn p-acp crd n1, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
398 and the Sober Godly Party of the Nation on the other. and the Sobrium Godly Party of the nation on the other. cc dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
399 And let them who have been defective in this kind, shew forth the Fruits of Repentance, having enjoy'd a Pardon and Indempnity for their Crimes past, let them learn at length to be ingenuous, And let them who have been defective in this kind, show forth the Fruits of Repentance, having enjoyed a Pardon and Indemnity for their Crimes past, let them Learn At length to be ingenuous, cc vvb pno32 r-crq vhb vbn j p-acp d n1, vvb av dt n2 pp-f n1, vhg vvn dt vvb cc n1 p-acp po32 n2 j, vvb pno32 vvi p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi j, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
400 and, if it be possible, to convert their Rancour into Duty; and, if it be possible, to convert their Rancour into Duty; cc, cs pn31 vbb j, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
401 let them but begin now to love, honour, and obey the King much, because much hath been forgiven them: let them but begin now to love, honour, and obey the King much, Because much hath been forgiven them: vvb pno32 p-acp vvb av pc-acp vvi, n1, cc vvi dt n1 av-d, c-acp d vhz vbn vvn pno32: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
402 Let them never cast a Thought back upon Aegypt, or its Flesh-pots, nor chew the Cud upon those luscious Morsels of Rapine and Sacrilege, which, Let them never cast a Thought back upon Egypt, or its Fleshpots, nor chew the Cud upon those luscious Morsels of Rapine and Sacrilege, which, vvb pno32 av-x vvd dt n1 av p-acp np1, cc po31 n2, ccx vvb dt n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq, (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
403 for the ease and health of their Consciences, they have been forced to disgorge: for the ease and health of their Consciences, they have been forced to disgorge: p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
404 And above all, let them ever mind it, not to relapse into their old Folly, of turning Faith into Faction, and Religion into Rebellion: And above all, let them ever mind it, not to relapse into their old Folly, of turning Faith into Faction, and Religion into Rebellion: cc p-acp d, vvb pno32 av vvi pn31, xx p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n1, pp-f vvg n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp n1: (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 34
405 From which, and all the Plagues and Punishments attending it, Good Lord deliver us, by the Merits of thy dear Son; From which, and all the Plagues and Punishments attending it, Good Lord deliver us, by the Merits of thy dear Son; p-acp r-crq, cc d dt n2 cc n2 vvg pn31, j n1 vvb pno12, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 j-jn n1; (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35
406 To whom, with thee, and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour ascribed, the Kingdom, Power, and Glory, for ever and ever. Amen. FINIS. To whom, with thee, and the Holy Ghost, be all Honour ascribed, the Kingdom, Power, and Glory, for ever and ever. Amen. FINIS. p-acp ro-crq, p-acp pno21, cc dt j n1, vbb d n1 vvn, dt n1, n1, cc n1, c-acp av cc av. uh-n. fw-la. (3) sermon (DIV1) 33 Page 35

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