Ecclesia Gemens, or, Two discourses on the mournful state of the Church, with a prospect of her dawning glory exhibited in a view of two Scriptures, representing her as a myrtle-grove in a deep bottom, and as a knot of lillies among thorns.
The Captivity was in part returned, but the Temple, whose Foundation though laid, yet the Progress of its building interrupted, lay still in a ruinous state,
The Captivity was in part returned, but the Temple, whose Foundation though laid, yet the Progress of its building interrupted, lay still in a ruinous state,
and the City it self unwalled and in a mournful plight, and many of the people not hitherto come forth of Babylon: Their Harps hung yet upon the willows;
and the city it self unwalled and in a mournful plighted, and many of the people not hitherto come forth of Babylon: Their Harps hung yet upon the willows;
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1. The Time, v. 7. The second year of Darius Hystaspes, 519 years before the Birth of our Lord, on the 24th Day of the 11th Moneth Sebat, answering to part of January, and more particularly, the Prophet saw this Vision in the Night. By Night.
1. The Time, v. 7. The second year of Darius Hystaspes, 519 Years before the Birth of our Lord, on the 24th Day of the 11th Monn Sebat, answering to part of January, and more particularly, the Prophet saw this Vision in the Night. By Night.
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] 1. To shew the darkness and difficulty of the Vision. 2. That it was a time of affliction to the Church. 3. That Christ the Captain of the Church appeared but darkly to the Fathers of old.
] 1. To show the darkness and difficulty of the Vision. 2. That it was a time of affliction to the Church. 3. That christ the Captain of the Church appeared but darkly to the Father's of old.
2. The Place of the Vision, in a Bottom, Bamezulah, in profundo, which the Chald. Paraphrase turns NONLATINALPHABET in Babylon, which lay in a low Champion plain by the great River Euphrates in the Land of Chaldea, and was noted,
2. The Place of the Vision, in a Bottom, Bamezulah, in profundo, which the Chald. paraphrase turns in Babylon, which lay in a low Champion plain by the great River Euphrates in the Land of Chaldea, and was noted,
A Captain upon a red Horse NONLATINALPHABET Equitans, or ascendens, about to get up; as the LXX. expresse it, NONLATINALPHABET, ready to ascend upon his Horse, who is no other than that same Captain which appeared to Joshuah when entring upon his Wars against the Canaanites. I shall not determine with Alapide, that the [ Sus Adam, ] the red horse notes his Humanity;
A Captain upon a read Horse Equitans, or ascendens, about to get up; as the LXX. express it,, ready to ascend upon his Horse, who is no other than that same Captain which appeared to Joshua when entering upon his Wars against the Canaanites. I shall not determine with Alapide, that the [ Sus Adam, ] the read horse notes his Humanity;
Behind this glorious Captain were placed in Martial Array, 3 sorts of horses, or 3 Troops or Regiments of various coloured horses, Red, Speckled, and White.
Behind this glorious Captain were placed in Martial Array, 3 sorts of Horses, or 3 Troops or Regiments of various coloured Horses, Read, Speckled, and White.
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sometimes the Church victorious, and othertimes in an afflicted state under the Antiochian Princes. 3d. White Horses, representing the Church in the end compleatly victorious and triumphant:
sometime the Church victorious, and Othertimes in an afflicted state under the Antiochian Princes. 3d. White Horses, representing the Church in the end completely victorious and triumphant:
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and these Horses that attend upon Christ, go forth from among the Myrtle Trees, that is, the Angels who encamp about tho Church, are sometimes sent abroad upon expeditions against her Enemies, arming and influencing of Nations one against another, to subdue those who have impugned the Church, and to execute the vengeance of the Temple.
and these Horses that attend upon christ, go forth from among the Myrtle Trees, that is, the Angels who encamp about tho Church, Are sometime sent abroad upon expeditions against her Enemies, arming and influencing of nations one against Another, to subdue those who have impugned the Church, and to execute the vengeance of the Temple.
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This Vision is given by God to the Prophet on purpose to encourage his People in going on with Temple-work, having formed the heart of Darius, to give forth another Edict besides that of Cyrus, to finish the stately structure of his Temple.
This Vision is given by God to the Prophet on purpose to encourage his People in going on with Temple work, having formed the heart of Darius, to give forth Another Edict beside that of Cyrus, to finish the stately structure of his Temple.
Again, When Judah came out of Babylon, from the first of Cyrus, till Nehemiahs coming from Shusham to build Jerusalems Walls in the 20th. year of Artaxerxes Longimanus, there intervened fourscore and two years:
Again, When Judah Come out of Babylon, from the First of Cyrus, till Nehemiah's coming from Shusham to built Jerusalems Walls in the 20th. year of Artaxerxes Longimanus, there intervened fourscore and two Years:
And in the later days, after the 1290 years are fully expired, there must be a flux of 45 years from the first deliverance till the compleat state of the blessed times of the Church.
And in the later days, After the 1290 Years Are Fully expired, there must be a flux of 45 Years from the First deliverance till the complete state of the blessed times of the Church.
To hew down and cut off those stubborn Spirits which hanker after Egypt, and long for the Fleshpots, the Garlick and Onions of their old state of bondage.
To hew down and Cut off those stubborn Spirits which hanker After Egypt, and long for the Fleshpots, the Garlic and Onions of their old state of bondage.
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They smell rank and unsavoury before God, that like the old murmuring Israelites, dare to call Egypt by the Title of the Land of Canaan; crying to Moses, Numb. 16.13. Thou hast brought us out of a Land flowing with Milk and Honey, to kill us in the Wilderness.
They smell rank and unsavoury before God, that like the old murmuring Israelites, Dare to call Egypt by the Title of the Land of Canaan; crying to Moses, Numb. 16.13. Thou hast brought us out of a Land flowing with Milk and Honey, to kill us in the Wilderness.
As the horrid Rocks and Mountains of Pindus set off the pleasant verdure of the Thessalian Tempe: So did the Arabian Desarts, the parching Droughts, the fiery Serpents,
As the horrid Rocks and Mountains of Pindus Set off the pleasant verdure of the Thessalian Tempe: So did the Arabian Deserts, the parching Droughts, the fiery Serpents,
but the shining Ruler of the Day will not sail to appear in that his glorious Epiphany, and chase all the wild Beasts of the Night into dismal holes and caverns.
but the shining Ruler of the Day will not sail to appear in that his glorious Epiphany, and chase all the wild Beasts of the Night into dismal holes and caverns.
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Some Prophets to comfort, some Princes hearts awakening towards her rescue, who, like Darius, shall shortly put foot in stirrup against her bloudy enemies.
some prophets to Comfort, Some Princes hearts awakening towards her rescue, who, like Darius, shall shortly put foot in stirrup against her bloody enemies.
and sends his Prophets with Glorious Visions to erect and illustrate their gloomy and dejected Spirits. The 2d. part of this verse contains the Vision of the Myrtle Grove in a deep bottom: Hence
and sends his prophets with Glorious Visions to erect and illustrate their gloomy and dejected Spirits. The 2d. part of this verse contains the Vision of the Myrtle Grove in a deep bottom: Hence
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It is his Pleasant Plant, his Garden, his Paradise, his Myrtle Grove, more delicious than those admired pendulous Gardens of Semiramis in Babylon. He planted these fragrant Shrubs:
It is his Pleasant Plant, his Garden, his Paradise, his Myrtle Grove, more delicious than those admired pendulous Gardens of Semiramis in Babylon. He planted these fragrant Shrubs:
and so open the eyes of these Keepers of the Vines and Myrtles, that they shall behold the Captain of their Salvation in the midst of the Grove, with 3 Troops of Angels for their protection and comfort;
and so open the eyes of these Keepers of the Vines and Myrtles, that they shall behold the Captain of their Salvation in the midst of the Grove, with 3 Troops of Angels for their protection and Comfort;
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Meekness to bear reproof, meekness to return mild and soft answers, meekness not to murmur against afflicting Providences, are the notes of a humble Myrtle.
Meekness to bear reproof, meekness to return mild and soft answers, meekness not to murmur against afflicting Providences, Are the notes of a humble Myrtle.
There grow no Thorns upon these Balsam Plants which thrive in cool Vallies at the bottoms of lofty and barren Mountains — & amantes frigora Myrtos. Saints and gracious Persons are not so soon touch'd with direful Thunderbolts,
There grow no Thorns upon these Balsam Plants which thrive in cool Valleys At the bottoms of lofty and barren Mountains — & amantes frigora Myrtos. Saints and gracious Persons Are not so soon touched with direful Thunderbolts,
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Hypocrites are Sunshine Professors, Somer Birds, Butterflies that come forth when the Church enjoys her May: But Gods true Myrtles are green in January, the Moneth of this blessed Vision.
Hypocrites Are Sunshine Professors, Summer Birds, Butterflies that come forth when the Church enjoys her May: But God's true Myrtles Are green in January, the Monn of this blessed Vision.
Here lye some with limbs broken in Satans drudgery, others raging under intollerable pains, their very Nerves and Bones rotten through the Sins of youth, others full of Boyls and putrifying Sores from lust and corruption,
Here lie Some with limbs broken in Satan drudgery, Others raging under intolerable pains, their very Nerves and Bones rotten through the Sins of youth, Others full of Boils and Putrifying Sores from lust and corruption,
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It was a custom of old among the Gentiles to dance in their Temples with Myrtle Crowns upon their Heads, to signifie amity, love, and delight in each other:
It was a custom of old among the Gentiles to dance in their Temples with Myrtle Crowns upon their Heads, to signify amity, love, and delight in each other:
1. Learn, That Myrtles may grow in Babylon, nay in Groves, in Church communion, though in a low and secret Valley by the waters of Babilon, till they are transplanted to Canaan. Captive Myrtles shall be Crowns of Glory in the Temple above.
1. Learn, That Myrtles may grow in Babylon, nay in Groves, in Church communion, though in a low and secret Valley by the waters of Babylon, till they Are transplanted to Canaan. Captive Myrtles shall be Crowns of Glory in the Temple above.
Were it not for his Myrtles in this Valley of Tears, God would soon send up his Ax upon the Oaks of Bashan, and lift up his Hammer upon Babylon. They must propagate and increase for a season, till the time that Babylon 's ripe for vengeance,
Were it not for his Myrtles in this Valley of Tears, God would soon send up his Ax upon the Oaks of Bashan, and lift up his Hammer upon Babylon. They must propagate and increase for a season, till the time that Babylon is ripe for vengeance,
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and the second Solomon 's Garden in Zion measur'd out into Beds, made delectable with Walks, and watred with Streams from Lebanon, and every way fitted by culture for the reception of sweet-scented Myrtles, to be Plants of renown in the Glorious State of the Church which hastens towards us.
and the second Solomon is Garden in Zion measured out into Beds, made delectable with Walks, and watered with Streams from Lebanon, and every Way fitted by culture for the reception of sweet-scented Myrtles, to be Plants of renown in the Glorious State of the Church which hastens towards us.
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Now comes a Prophet into the Valley, and a Vision meets him for the Churches Joy in the 2d. of Darius. This great Prince strengthens the former Edict of Cyrus in despight of Samaritan hatred;
Now comes a Prophet into the Valley, and a Vision meets him for the Churches Joy in the 2d. of Darius. This great Prince strengthens the former Edict of Cyrus in despite of Samaritan hatred;
and so do the following Princes, notwithstanding Tobiahs Alliance to the High-Priest Eliashib. It's the God of Israel who melts and bends the hearts of Princes,
and so do the following Princes, notwithstanding Tobiah's Alliance to the High-Priest Eliashib. It's the God of Israel who melts and bends the hearts of Princes,
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and Zerubabel build, and Joshua minister with a fair Mitre upon his Head, and all the People shout for joy, crying, Grace, grace, to the Glory of the 2d. Temple, which was far greater than the former, because the Messenger of the Lord of Hosts brought peace into it.
and Zerubbabel built, and joshua minister with a fair Mitre upon his Head, and all the People shout for joy, crying, Grace, grace, to the Glory of the 2d. Temple, which was Far greater than the former, Because the Messenger of the Lord of Hosts brought peace into it.
Let Saints persist in sertility and fragrancy, and Christ will ever make himself visible with troops of Angels in the midst and round about his Fragrant Grove.
Let Saints persist in sertility and fragrancy, and christ will ever make himself visible with troops of Angels in the midst and round about his Fragrant Grove.
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and the Prophet stiles him his Lord, v. 9. and the Angel of the Lord, v. 11. Prophets and Angels hold heavenly communion, but especially the Angel of the covenant.
and the Prophet stile him his Lord, v. 9. and the Angel of the Lord, v. 11. prophets and Angels hold heavenly communion, but especially the Angel of the Covenant.
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The Captain of the Lords Hosts, brandishing his Sword before Joshua near Jericho, was now with his Sword girt upon his Thigh, like a Prince of Might, ascending the Red Horse of War:
The Captain of the lords Hosts, brandishing his Sword before joshua near Jericho, was now with his Sword girded upon his Thigh, like a Prince of Might, ascending the Read Horse of War:
these are they whom the Lord hath sent to visit the Church in her scattered estate through the several Provinces of the Earth under the Dominion of Babilon.
these Are they whom the Lord hath sent to visit the Church in her scattered estate through the several Provinces of the Earth under the Dominion of Babylon.
that is, for the City and Temple, for the Politick and Ecclesiastick Estate of his People with great jealousie, v. 14. Next, we are to consider him as a Rider upon a Red Horse.
that is, for the city and Temple, for the Politic and Ecclesiastic Estate of his People with great jealousy, v. 14. Next, we Are to Consider him as a Rider upon a Read Horse.
to note that Christ goes with a Spirit of vengeance against his Churches Adversaries, and returns with Garments dyed red from Bozrah, all sprinkled and dashed with the Bloud of the Slain.
to note that christ Goes with a Spirit of vengeance against his Churches Adversaries, and returns with Garments died read from Bozrah, all sprinkled and dashed with the Blood of the Slave.
Red Horses, speckled, and white, representing the Holy Angels, multitudes of them marshall'd in battel-array for various Expeditions, with the Triumphant issue of all their Wars on behalf of the Church.
Red Horses, speckled, and white, representing the Holy Angels, Multitudes of them marshaled in Battle array for various Expeditions, with the Triumphant issue of all their Wars on behalf of the Church.
That Horses and Chariots are Symbols of Angels, may be observed from other Scriptures; as, 2 Kin. 2.11. and 6.17. and Hab. 3.8. &c. The Chariots of God are 20000, even thousands of Angels;
That Horses and Chariots Are Symbols of Angels, may be observed from other Scriptures; as, 2 Kin. 2.11. and 6.17. and Hab. 3.8. etc. The Chariots of God Are 20000, even thousands of Angels;
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He never prays but is answered, and he ever prays before he goes forth upon expeditions as he does in this Vision, v. 13. and therefore in righteousness he judgeth and maketh war.
He never prays but is answered, and he ever prays before he Goes forth upon expeditions as he does in this Vision, v. 13. and Therefore in righteousness he Judgeth and makes war.
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and to fashion them into Sithes and Plow-shares, into Sickles and pruning-hooks. In his days shall the Righteous flourish, and abundance of peace NONLATINALPHABET usq, ad non lunam;
and to fashion them into Paths and Ploughshares, into Sickles and pruning-hooks. In his days shall the Righteous flourish, and abundance of peace usq, ad non lunam;
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Alexanders Soldiers when they were in the Indies among the Oritae, would march no surther though to finish the worlds Conquest and dip their feet in the Eastern Ocean:
Alexanders Soldiers when they were in the Indies among the Oritae, would march no surther though to finish the world's Conquest and dip their feet in the Eastern Ocean:
This is he, who fought from Heaven against the Egyptians and Pharach in the Red Sea. He taught Joshua to lye in ambush against Ai. He instructed Gideon to astonish the Midianites by Lamps and Pitchers into a panick fear.
This is he, who fought from Heaven against the egyptians and Pharaoh in the Read Sea. He taught joshua to lie in ambush against Ai. He instructed gideon to astonish the midianites by Lamps and Pitchers into a panic Fear.
for even since the Incarnation, this Prince of Israel, this Michael, one like unto God hath fixt his Trophies with mighty honour upon the tops of the highest Mountains.
for even since the Incarnation, this Prince of Israel, this Michael, one like unto God hath fixed his Trophies with mighty honour upon the tops of the highest Mountains.
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To which a Prophetical person smartly replied, that he was preparing a Coffin for Julian, and he was buried with scorn in the Suburbs of Tarsus, by a rabble piping and dancing,
To which a Prophetical person smartly replied, that he was preparing a Coffin for Julian, and he was buried with scorn in the Suburbs of Tarsus, by a rabble piping and dancing,
Various sorts and offices of Angels, some red, others speckled and white, alluding to the diversities of Colours in the Standards of Armies, to know their Leaders,
Various sorts and Offices of Angels, Some read, Others speckled and white, alluding to the diversities of Colours in the Standards of Armies, to know their Leaders,
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Aelian hath writ his Tacticks, and Polyaenus his Stratagems, but no Methods or Policies like these of the Angelical Army, who lye in ambush behind the Myrtle Trees,
Aelian hath writ his Tactics, and Polyaenus his Stratagems, but no Methods or Policies like these of the Angelical Army, who lie in ambush behind the Myrtle Trees,
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So long as the Captain of the Lords Hosts wears his Myrtle Crown, he'll lead his Church in pleasant measures in the Wildernes of Shur, and teach them to sing the triumphal Song of Moses and the Lamb on the brink of the Red Sea, while the Egyptian Carcasses dance upon the waters in regular order to the Churches Sonnets.
So long as the Captain of the lords Hosts wears his Myrtle Crown, he'll led his Church in pleasant measures in the Wilderness of Shur, and teach them to sing the triumphal Song of Moses and the Lamb on the brink of the Read Sea, while the Egyptian Carcases dance upon the waters in regular order to the Churches Sonnets.
The fourth watch of the night though the darkest, yet 'tis nearest the morning, and the deepest place of the Valley is next to the foot of the Mountain for ascent.
The fourth watch of the night though the Darkest, yet it's nearest the morning, and the Deepest place of the Valley is next to the foot of the Mountain for ascent.
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Or as that Saint enquired of the Palmoni or the wonderful Numberer, How long shall it be that the Sanctuary and the Host shall be trodden under foot? And he said unto him, 2300 days, then shall the Sanctuary be cleansed.
Or as that Saint inquired of the Palmoni or the wondered Numberer, How long shall it be that the Sanctuary and the Host shall be trodden under foot? And he said unto him, 2300 days, then shall the Sanctuary be cleansed.
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Let's count then from the burning of the City and Temple of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar in the 19th. year of his Reign, which was concurrent with the 588th. vulgar year before the Nativity of our blessed Lord:
Let's count then from the burning of the city and Temple of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar in the 19th. year of his Reign, which was concurrent with the 588th. Vulgar year before the Nativity of our blessed Lord:
From which time, if we reckon 2300 years, it leads us by the hand to the common year of our Lord 1712. About which time the pure Worship which hath been opposed and confused ever since the ruin of Solomon 's Temple, it's very likely may be restored to an Evangelical Glory,
From which time, if we reckon 2300 Years, it leads us by the hand to the Common year of our Lord 1712. About which time the pure Worship which hath been opposed and confused ever since the ruin of Solomon is Temple, it's very likely may be restored to an Evangelical Glory,
I know what is said about the literal fulfilling of this Text, under Antiochus, and the mystical in the days of Julian; but I take it to be a more comprehensive Oracle, not to be here amply discussed.
I know what is said about the literal fulfilling of this Text, under Antiochus, and the mystical in the days of Julian; but I take it to be a more comprehensive Oracle, not to be Here amply discussed.
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Another gracious manifestation of the time is in the 12th. Chapter, which must be understood of the taking away Evangelical Worship for the time, times and a half mentioned, v. 7. are disertly and distinctly applyed to the duration of the ten-horned beast, in the 7th Chapter; and is coincident with 1260 days in John, or the 42 months of their trampling down the Holy City, detaining the Woman in the Wilderness and the Witnesses in sack-cloth.
another gracious manifestation of the time is in the 12th. Chapter, which must be understood of the taking away Evangelical Worship for the time, times and a half mentioned, v. 7. Are disertly and distinctly applied to the duration of the ten-horned beast, in the 7th Chapter; and is coincident with 1260 days in John, or the 42 months of their trampling down the Holy city, detaining the Woman in the Wilderness and the Witnesses in Sackcloth.
But in asmuch that Daniel adds 30 days to the 1260, it may be suggested that he reflects upon the Restitution of Israel and their conversion to offer up spiritual Sacrifice, which may be performed some short time after the resurrection of the Estate of the Church in the West.
But in as that daniel adds 30 days to the 1260, it may be suggested that he reflects upon the Restitution of Israel and their conversion to offer up spiritual Sacrifice, which may be performed Some short time After the resurrection of the Estate of the Church in the West.
It's but considering when that City was taken, and the Imperial State demolisht and finisht, and connex the 1260 or 1293; and the blessed times will appear to the comfort and joy of the Church.
It's but considering when that city was taken, and the Imperial State demolished and finished, and connex the 1260 or 1293; and the blessed times will appear to the Comfort and joy of the Church.
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Rome was first taken by Alaricus A. 410. A second time by Gensericus, A. 455. The third by Odoacer, A. 476. When having taken Rome, deposed Augustulus. Paul. Diacon in add.
Rome was First taken by Alaric A. 410. A second time by Gensericus, A. 455. The third by Odoacer, A. 476. When having taken Room, deposed Augustulus. Paul. Diacon in add.
ad Eutrop l. 16. p. 155. Paulus Diaconus subjoynes, Ita Romanorum apud Romam Imperium toto terrarum orbe venerabile & Augustalis illa sublimitas, quae ab Augusto quondam Octaviano erecta est, cum hoc Augustulo periit.
ad Eutrop l. 16. p. 155. Paulus Deacon subjoins, Ita Romanorum apud Rome Imperium toto terrarum orbe venerabile & Augustalis illa Sublimitas, Quae ab Augusto quondam Octaviano Erected est, cum hoc Augustulo Periit.
We ought to be more curious and diligent in calculating the motions of Scripture-times than the most accurate Observer of Eclipses and other Heavenly Configurations which are of great use in Scripture Chronology. The Throne of this 2d. David is more establisht than the Sun or the Moon before him, and as a faithful Witness in Heaven.
We ought to be more curious and diligent in calculating the motions of Scripture times than the most accurate Observer of Eclipses and other Heavenly Configurations which Are of great use in Scripture Chronology. The Throne of this 2d. David is more established than the Sun or the Moon before him, and as a faithful Witness in Heaven.
Of all things in the World let's first make sure of our own Salvation, and clear our evidences to eternal life, that we may have abundant entrance into the Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour.
Of all things in the World let's First make sure of our own Salvation, and clear our evidences to Eternal life, that we may have abundant Entrance into the Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour.
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The times of refreshing shall come, and the restitution of all things whereof God hath spoken by the mouth of all his Holy Prophets since the world began;
The times of refreshing shall come, and the restitution of all things whereof God hath spoken by the Mouth of all his Holy prophets since the world began;
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looking for, and hastning to the coming of the day of God, when there shall be a new Heaven and a new Earth wherein dwelleth righteousness, testifying that Holy Paul hath spoken of these things in his Epistles:
looking for, and hastening to the coming of the day of God, when there shall be a new Heaven and a new Earth wherein dwells righteousness, testifying that Holy Paul hath spoken of these things in his Epistles:
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When the Creature it self ( distinct from Saints, v. 23.) shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the Sons of God.
When the Creature it self (distinct from Saints, v. 23.) shall be Delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the Sons of God.
Shall the great God think it meet in his heavenly wisdom and goodness to the Church to foretell by all his Holy Prophets and Apostles these glorious times? Shall the Son of God receive this discovery from the Father and signifie it to his Angel,
Shall the great God think it meet in his heavenly Wisdom and Goodness to the Church to foretell by all his Holy prophets and Apostles these glorious times? Shall the Son of God receive this discovery from the Father and signify it to his Angel,
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and in the Kingdom and Patience of Jesus Christ. Nay, what a Majestical Scene is laid down in the 4th. Chapter, which is wholy spent in preparation for these Visions of things to come.
and in the Kingdom and Patience of jesus christ. Nay, what a Majestical Scene is laid down in the 4th. Chapter, which is wholly spent in preparation for these Visions of things to come.
Yea, the Angel of the Covenant urges the number of the years in prayer, and the Spirit of God sets it down for a point of wisdom to count the number of the Beast.
Yea, the Angel of the Covenant urges the number of the Years in prayer, and the Spirit of God sets it down for a point of Wisdom to count the number of the Beast.
and that God would in due time raise up one from the North, and the rising of the Sun. Behold, behold I will give to Jerusalem one that bringeth good tidings It's a great reviving to the hearts of Saints who are affectionately inclin'd to the good and welfare of Zion, to hear that God will bring down his proud enemies, and shortly make Yerusalem the praise and joy of the whole Earth;
and that God would in due time raise up one from the North, and the rising of the Sun. Behold, behold I will give to Jerusalem one that brings good tidings It's a great reviving to the hearts of Saints who Are affectionately inclined to the good and welfare of Zion, to hear that God will bring down his proud enemies, and shortly make Yerusalem the praise and joy of the Whole Earth;
even Lebanon and that pleasant Valley of Damascus, which lies between the two Lebanons from West to East about 40 miles in length, the sweetest and goodliest Valley that ever the Sun shined upon:
even Lebanon and that pleasant Valley of Damascus, which lies between the two Lebanons from West to East about 40 miles in length, the Sweetest and Goodliest Valley that ever the Sun shined upon:
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Beloved Daniel pronounceth him blessed, that waiteth and cometh to these happy times, and receives a promise of standing in this Lot of his inheritance in the end of the days:
beloved daniel pronounceth him blessed, that waits and comes to these happy times, and receives a promise of standing in this Lot of his inheritance in the end of the days:
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but should stir up others to compare Scriptures more accurately, to search the Ancient Histories more curiously, to discern what providences have writ their comment upon those parts of prophecy already fulfilled, to be diligent in the computation of Eclipses and other appearances of the heavenly bodies.
but should stir up Others to compare Scriptures more accurately, to search the Ancient Histories more curiously, to discern what providences have writ their comment upon those parts of prophecy already fulfilled, to be diligent in the computation of Eclipses and other appearances of the heavenly bodies.
which are the onely true fixers of Chronology, without which all calculations in this nature will prove lame and insignificant, to consider the nature of Scripture years which may somewhat differ from the Julian, But above all, to pray ardently for the Spirits conduct,
which Are the only true fixers of Chronology, without which all calculations in this nature will prove lame and insignificant, to Consider the nature of Scripture Years which may somewhat differ from the Julian, But above all, to pray ardently for the Spirits conduct,
an appointed time, and he that shall come will come and will not tarry, and the benign Dews shall sweetly descend upon the Mountains of Zion, Mic. 5.7. which tarrieth not (for mans time) nor waiteth for the Sons of Men.
an appointed time, and he that shall come will come and will not tarry, and the benign Dews shall sweetly descend upon the Mountains of Zion, Mic. 5.7. which tarrieth not (for men time) nor waits for the Sons of Men.
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The Second DISCOURSE ABOUT THE LILLY among THORNS. Songs 2.2. HERE we have Christs own Pencil drawing the beautiful Face of his Spouse from the Glass of his own Countenance, with this difference, Christ is a Lilly among the Roses of Sharon, the Church a Lilly among the Thorns in the Valley of weeping:
The Second DISCOURSE ABOUT THE LILLY among THORNS. Songs 2.2. HERE we have Christ own Pencil drawing the beautiful Face of his Spouse from the Glass of his own Countenance, with this difference, christ is a Lily among the Roses of Sharon, the Church a Lily among the Thorns in the Valley of weeping:
nor be very sollicitous about the sort of Lilly here assum'd for the Metaphor. Whether the Tulip of Persia, to which Solomon is resembled, when in all his glory;
nor be very solicitous about the sort of Lily Here assumed for the Metaphor. Whither the Tulip of Persiam, to which Solomon is resembled, when in all his glory;
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Neither shall I enlarge my Discourse upon this Lilly-Valley, by drawing Parallels between it and the Church as to its beauty, tenderness, lowliness, purity, candor or sragrancy;
Neither shall I enlarge my Discourse upon this Lilly-Valley, by drawing Parallels between it and the Church as to its beauty, tenderness, lowliness, purity, candor or sragrancy;
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But leave all these for subjects to pious meditations, and repair to the 2d. branch of the Text, scil. The state or position of the Church of Christ among Thorns.
But leave all these for subject's to pious meditations, and repair to the 2d. branch of the Text, scil. The state or position of the Church of christ among Thorns.
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And as there are two sorts of Daughters, the Daughters of Men and the Daughters of Jerusalem, it may be demanded what Daughters are set forth by the Thorns in the Text?
And as there Are two sorts of Daughters, the Daughters of Men and the Daughters of Jerusalem, it may be demanded what Daughters Are Set forth by the Thorns in the Text?
I answer, That since the Daughters of Jerusalem were the outward Professors in the Jewish Church, who might possibly at first be signinified by Weeds in the Garden.
I answer, That since the Daughters of Jerusalem were the outward Professors in the Jewish Church, who might possibly At First be signinified by Weeds in the Garden.
But 'tis safer to take in the whole Spouse of Christ, and shew, That both Heathens and formal Professors are very offensive and uncomfortable Associates to the Church of Christ.
But it's safer to take in the Whole Spouse of christ, and show, That both heathens and formal Professors Are very offensive and uncomfortable Associates to the Church of christ.
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But his tribulation worketh patience under sorrows, experience of divine Protection, and hope of glory, and therefore glorys in it, Wo is me that I sojourn in Mesech, and live in the black Tents of Kedar,
But his tribulation works patience under sorrows, experience of divine Protection, and hope of glory, and Therefore glorys in it, Woe is me that I sojourn in Mesech, and live in the black Tents of Kedar,
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but joys in hope that the Badger-skins of Kedar, shall one day be changed into the Purple Curtains of Solomon. The Church both must and may have some society with thorny persons with sowr tempers,
but Joys in hope that the Badger-skins of Kedar, shall one day be changed into the Purple Curtains of Solomon. The Church both must and may have Some society with thorny Persons with sour tempers,
Who would expect such a beautiful Lilly as Abigail by the sides of a Churlish Nabal, or a meek David near a taunting Michol? Thorns are the more uncomely,
Who would expect such a beautiful Lily as Abigail by the sides of a Churlish Nabal, or a meek David near a taunting Michal? Thorns Are the more uncomely,
Briars are touchy things and act their nature, let them alone to the Juniper Coals of Magistrates, or fire from Heaven as they live unfruitful and undesired, so they usually dy unlamented:
Briers Are touchy things and act their nature, let them alone to the Juniper Coals of Magistrates, or fire from Heaven as they live unfruitful and undesired, so they usually die unlamented:
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Stand out of their way as much as possible, and let such beasts bite and fight and scratch together, let thy delight be among the excellent that are in the earth.
Stand out of their Way as much as possible, and let such beasts bite and fight and scratch together, let thy delight be among the excellent that Are in the earth.
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Its said of the Viper, that with his needle-teeth he drops from his head a yellow poysonous liquor dipt in rage, that inflames the wound, let's pour in some Balm of Gilead, into the gauls and gashes of venemous spirits;
Its said of the Viper, that with his needle-teeth he drops from his head a yellow poisonous liquour dipped in rage, that inflames the wound, let's pour in Some Balm of Gilead, into the gauls and Gashes of venomous spirits;
A Saints faith in and union to Christ remains inviolable. Nay, many times, the pulling off his visible flowers, makes this root the stronger. O happy Church! O happy Saint!
A Saints faith in and Union to christ remains inviolable. Nay, many times, the pulling off his visible flowers, makes this root the Stronger. Oh happy Church! O happy Saint!
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Be patient, he sees that their day is coming who has appointed it. When the light of Israel shall be for a fire, Is. 10.17. and his holy one for a flame, and it shall burn and devour the thorns and briars in one day.
Be patient, he sees that their day is coming who has appointed it. When the Light of Israel shall be for a fire, Is. 10.17. and his holy one for a flame, and it shall burn and devour the thorns and briers in one day.
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The sharpest Persecutions pierce the Church from the daughters of formal Jerusalem; as may appear by the Jewish, Arian, and Popish Tyrannies over the Spouse of Christ.
The Sharpest Persecutions pierce the Church from the daughters of formal Jerusalem; as may appear by the Jewish, Arian, and Popish Tyrannies over the Spouse of christ.
Thorns that are nighest by education, produce the sharpest tryals, as the Psalmist Prophecied in the Person of Christ, My familiar friend hath lift up his heel against me, with which the Prophet accords, These are the wounds received in the house of my friends, Song. 1.6. My Mothers Children are angry with me.
Thorns that Are nighest by education, produce the Sharpest trials, as the Psalmist Prophesied in the Person of christ, My familiar friend hath lift up his heel against me, with which the Prophet accords, These Are the wounds received in the house of my Friends, Song. 1.6. My Mother's Children Are angry with me.
For one of their Cardinals numbers above three hundred differences of opinion in the Romish Church, and one of their Casuists confesses near threescore differences in the point of Confession,
For one of their Cardinals numbers above three hundred differences of opinion in the Romish Church, and one of their Casuists Confesses near threescore differences in the point of Confessi,
Though outward Professors have some variance, yet in the grand sundamental of sree grace and salvation by faith alone the confessions of the Reformed Churches rejoyce in a sweet harmony,
Though outward Professors have Some variance, yet in the grand sundamental of sree grace and salvation by faith alone the confessions of the Reformed Churches rejoice in a sweet harmony,
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Oh learn to adorn Religion in a barren soil amidst troublous enemies, that's the glory of a Saint, to be a Joseph, a Moses in the midst of Aegypt, an Obadiah at Samaria, a Nehemiah in Shushan, a Joanna in Herod 's Court, In a thorny family among sharp relations, in a prickly Land to scent like Heaven.
O Learn to adorn Religion in a barren soil amid troublous enemies, that's the glory of a Saint, to be a Joseph, a Moses in the midst of Egypt, an Obadiah At Samaria, a Nehemiah in Susa, a Joanna in Herod is Court, In a thorny family among sharp relations, in a prickly Land to scent like Heaven.
To pray for such as prick their sides, to do good to such as hate and spitefully scratch them, a spirit of God and a spirit of glory rests upon them, to be filled with the good will of him that dwelt and shined in the briar of Horeb: This is to be like our heavenly Father.
To pray for such as prick their sides, to do good to such as hate and spitefully scratch them, a Spirit of God and a Spirit of glory rests upon them, to be filled with the good will of him that dwelled and shined in the briar of Horeb: This is to be like our heavenly Father.
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The Sadduces and Pharisees conflict rescued Paul into the hands of Lysias. The Church often grows safely under the intangled counsels of infatuated Achitophels, and subtile Hamans.
The Sadducees and Pharisees conflict rescued Paul into the hands of Lysias. The Church often grows safely under the entangled Counsels of infatuated Achitophels, and subtle Hamans.
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and the Church sings Higgaion Selah. The state of Geneva is compared to a bone that 3 sturdy Mastiffs stand by and snarl one at another, but dare not touch it.
and the Church sings Higgaion Selac. The state of Geneva is compared to a bone that 3 sturdy Mastiffs stand by and snarl one At Another, but Dare not touch it.
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The Motto upon the Churches briars, may well be that of Scotland 's thistles, ne impune lacessant: God fences his lillies about by the thorns of carnal Professors,
The Motto upon the Churches briers, may well be that of Scotland is thistles, ne impune lacessant: God fences his lilies about by the thorns of carnal Professors,
to shadow from the scorching Sun that would wither it, and to shelter it from the foot of Beasts, the foot of pride and violence that might tread it down.
to shadow from the scorching Sun that would wither it, and to shelter it from the foot of Beasts, the foot of pride and violence that might tread it down.
God would soon fold you up into bundles and deliver you to the surnace of his wrath, were it not for his Chosen among you, Suffer them a while, let the Briars grow till the Harvest, says our Lord, Then shall his Angels gather out of his Kingdom, v. 41. all things that offend and them which do iniquity and cast them into a furnace of fire;
God would soon fold you up into bundles and deliver you to the surnace of his wrath, were it not for his Chosen among you, Suffer them a while, let the Briers grow till the Harvest, Says our Lord, Then shall his Angels gather out of his Kingdom, v. 41. all things that offend and them which doe iniquity and cast them into a furnace of fire;
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Arias and Glassius translate it, antequam spinae intelligant rhamnum, &c. Before the Thorns apprehend a Bramble, an elegant metaphor from the growth of rational creatures.
Arias and Glassius translate it, antequam Spine Intelligent rhamnum, etc. Before the Thorns apprehend a Bramble, an elegant metaphor from the growth of rational creatures.
The design of the Psalmist expresses the wrath of God against his enemies before they shall finish their purposes to bring utter destruction to the Congregation of the just. To the Lillies themselves. 1. Resemble your heavenly pattern.
The Design of the Psalmist Expresses the wrath of God against his enemies before they shall finish their Purposes to bring utter destruction to the Congregation of the just. To the Lilies themselves. 1. Resemble your heavenly pattern.
Pride and imperiousness of spirit is contrary to the humility of a Lilly, stiffness and perversness are unsuitable to the flexible temper of that lovely plant.
Pride and imperiousness of Spirit is contrary to the humility of a Lily, stiffness and perverseness Are unsuitable to the flexible temper of that lovely plant.
Study for such innocency, mildness, winning, ingenious tempers, and candour of spirit as may silence the ignorance of foolish men, that by holy and heavenly frames of heart and life they may convince the briars that tear them of their fiery, unrighteous sharpness.
Study for such innocency, mildness, winning, ingenious tempers, and candour of Spirit as may silence the ignorance of foolish men, that by holy and heavenly frames of heart and life they may convince the briers that tear them of their fiery, unrighteous sharpness.
smelling fragrantly of heavens influence, and the dews of Zion moistning their lovely hearts with a conversation so amiable as may glorifie their heaven-born race that all about them may delight to come within them, to taste of their delicious spirits as if they dwelt in a garden of Pomegranats.
smelling fragrantly of heavens influence, and the dews of Zion moistening their lovely hearts with a Conversation so amiable as may Glorify their Heavenborn raze that all about them may delight to come within them, to taste of their delicious spirits as if they dwelled in a garden of Pomegranates.
and the staff of a spear, and they shall be utterly burnt with fire in the same place, not to be handled without hedgers gloves, without guards and fences,
and the staff of a spear, and they shall be utterly burned with fire in the same place, not to be handled without hedgers gloves, without guards and fences,
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A Saint must not be of a sturdy, dogged, proud, rapacious insolent and revengeful temper, but commit themselves to God, For Vengeance is mine saith the Lord, Rom. 12.9. I'll repay it.
A Saint must not be of a sturdy, dogged, proud, rapacious insolent and revengeful temper, but commit themselves to God, For Vengeance is mine Says the Lord, Rom. 12.9. I'll repay it.
2. Do you belong to this heavenly Plant? are you like to Christ? are ye his lillies indeed? [ Let 's try ] can you bear their prickly thorns with meekness of patience.
2. Do you belong to this heavenly Plant? Are you like to christ? Are you his lilies indeed? [ Let is try ] can you bear their prickly thorns with meekness of patience.
nor a thorn in your liberty for the Gospel sake, nor a scratch in your purses for pure worship and the honourable name of the great Lillie of the Vallies, what conformity bear we to Christ? The Head of the Church was girt and gored with a Crown of thorns for us,
nor a thorn in your liberty for the Gospel sake, nor a scratch in your purses for pure worship and the honourable name of the great Lily of the Valleys, what conformity bear we to christ? The Head of the Church was girded and gored with a Crown of thorns for us,
and must not the Churches Sides expect the like, Delicatus es Christiane &c. said Jerome, thou art too dainty, that must be Crowned with roses here and glory hereafter:
and must not the Churches Sides expect the like, Delicatus es Christian etc. said Jerome, thou art too dainty, that must be Crowned with roses Here and glory hereafter:
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and such who for flattery or sear fled back from the truth, he turned out of their places, telling them, that such who were false to their Saviour, would never be true to their Emperor.
and such who for flattery or sear fled back from the truth, he turned out of their places, telling them, that such who were false to their Saviour, would never be true to their Emperor.
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Our great Lord and King of the Church sometimes tries whether we will suffer thorns in our comforts, rather then in our consciences. Turning times are trying times.
Our great Lord and King of the Church sometime tries whither we will suffer thorns in our comforts, rather then in our Consciences. Turning times Are trying times.
What need we beso much concerned for a scratch, if a Balsam drop from Heaven presently cure it? If multitudes of thoughts ramble and tumble within us, let divine comforts delight our souls:
What need we beso much concerned for a scratch, if a Balsam drop from Heaven presently cure it? If Multitudes of thoughts ramble and tumble within us, let divine comforts delight our Souls:
If thou canst find and feel God to be in Covenant with thee, and taking thee in arms and cherishing thee on the knees of his affection like a Father, what matter what the scullions in the Kitchin,
If thou Canst find and feel God to be in Covenant with thee, and taking thee in arms and cherishing thee on the knees of his affection like a Father, what matter what the scullions in the Kitchen,
and wicked men the rods of his wrath, the Hang-men and Executioners of Divine Judgments in the earth, be they never so great, speak and twit against thee thou knowest thy Fathers love is solid and permanent,
and wicked men the rods of his wrath, the Hangmen and Executioners of Divine Judgments in the earth, be they never so great, speak and twit against thee thou Knowest thy Father's love is solid and permanent,
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though by an affliction he chide for a fault, yet his heart is with thee, he'll never leave thee till he bring thee to himself, and to the high inheritance.
though by an affliction he chide for a fault, yet his heart is with thee, he'll never leave thee till he bring thee to himself, and to the high inheritance.
Love not the world, nor the things of this world, the childish fashion, the apish attire, the vain pomp and glistering gewgaws, the tickling and soul-alienating pleasures of this transient and perishing life.
Love not the world, nor the things of this world, the childish fashion, the apish attire, the vain pomp and glistering gewgaws, the tickling and soul-alienating pleasures of this Transient and perishing life.
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Here he lays on with the ax of Repentance every day, and makes the Chips to fly, till death help him to fetch the killing stroke upon all his deadly enemies.
Here he lays on with the ax of Repentance every day, and makes the Chips to fly, till death help him to fetch the killing stroke upon all his deadly enemies.
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To live holy, and ward off wicked mens blows with all prudence consistent with confession of truth and the name of Christ, walk in wisdom toward them that are without;
To live holy, and ward off wicked men's blows with all prudence consistent with Confessi of truth and the name of christ, walk in Wisdom towards them that Are without;
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Take heed of fiery tryals that are to try them that dwell upon the earth; If ye draw back, Heb. 10.38. my soul (saith God) shall have no pleasure in you, a dreadful saying, to be like Israel 's vessel wherein there's no pleasure.
Take heed of fiery trials that Are to try them that dwell upon the earth; If you draw back, Hebrew 10.38. my soul (Says God) shall have no pleasure in you, a dreadful saying, to be like Israel is vessel wherein there's no pleasure.
Its said that Crocodile 's tears pierce the skull of man, I am sure that a Saints penitent tears dissolve the head and all the inventions of Satan. To end;
Its said that Crocodile is tears pierce the skull of man, I am sure that a Saints penitent tears dissolve the head and all the Inventions of Satan. To end;
They'll prick sometimes as peevishly and perversely as open wicked men, and as the Daughters of Babylon. What delight can a Saint take in their vain converse, their pride and worldliness? Many strange Professors start up now adays that bear the leaves of their godly Fathers but not their fruit, they go for Daughters of Zion, but are haughty, Is 3.16. walk with stretched forth necks,
They'll prick sometime as peevishly and perversely as open wicked men, and as the Daughters of Babylon. What delight can a Saint take in their vain converse, their pride and worldliness? Many strange Professors start up now adais that bear the leaves of their godly Father's but not their fruit, they go for Daughters of Zion, but Are haughty, Is 3.16. walk with stretched forth necks,
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but their hearts are little worth, and their tongues like Serpents fork'd with enmity, and sharp like crooked thorns against the ways of holiness, let's depart from them and go with our Beloved into the Gardens, to the beds of Spices to feed in the Gardens and to gather Lillies, where Christ has his sets and knots of Lillies, has pure and holy worshiping Churches, there let's assemble,
but their hearts Are little worth, and their tongues like Serpents forked with enmity, and sharp like crooked thorns against the ways of holiness, let's depart from them and go with our beloved into the Gardens, to the Beds of Spices to feed in the Gardens and to gather Lilies, where christ has his sets and knots of Lilies, has pure and holy worshipping Churches, there let's assemble,
Let these Wilderness-prickles sharpen thy pace towards Heaven, being well shod with the preparation of the Gospel of peace, yet leap nimbly through them and hasten from them.
Let these Wilderness-prickles sharpen thy pace towards Heaven, being well shod with the preparation of the Gospel of peace, yet leap nimbly through them and hasten from them.
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Cry out of the Valley, the Settims, the sharp Bushes in the Plains of Moab, and pant for Lebanon where thy Lilly shall be planted under the true Vine and the Tree of Life;
Cry out of the Valley, the Settims, the sharp Bushes in the Plains of Moab, and pant for Lebanon where thy Lily shall be planted under the true Vine and the Tree of Life;
whether from the Daughters of Gath, or Jerusalem, from outragious wickedness, or perverse formalisme shall touch or prick or punish the Church no more.
whither from the Daughters of Gaza, or Jerusalem, from outrageous wickedness, or perverse formalisme shall touch or prick or Punish the Church no more.
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when the furrows made by the torrent of tears in thy hollow cheeks shall be fill'd up by the Balm of Gilead, when all thy wounds and scarrs shall be bathed into smoothness and beautifully heal'd in those rivers of pleasure that flow at the right hand of him that sits upon the Throne, for evermore.
when the furrows made by the torrent of tears in thy hollow cheeks shall be filled up by the Balm of Gilead, when all thy wounds and scars shall be bathed into smoothness and beautifully healed in those Rivers of pleasure that flow At the right hand of him that sits upon the Throne, for evermore.
I should come now to the Second branch of the Doctrine to set forth the love of Christ to his Church and each holy Soul while sighing and groaning among the thorns of this Valley of Achor. whereof briefly and close.
I should come now to the Second branch of the Doctrine to Set forth the love of christ to his Church and each holy Soul while sighing and groaning among the thorns of this Valley of Achor. whereof briefly and close.
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He puts his spirit within us, and then hearkens to the groanings of his own Spirit, O my dove, let me hear thy voice, why? because thy Countenance is comely:
He puts his Spirit within us, and then hearkens to the groanings of his own Spirit, Oh my dove, let me hear thy voice, why? Because thy Countenance is comely:
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Is it spotted and stained with dirt struck up by the foot of Beasts? he washes it clean in his own laver, our very hairs are numbred, our tears bottled, our desires known, our steps and wandrings are measured, our groans are not hid from him, our members are written in his Book that not a bone is broken but he sets them again.
Is it spotted and stained with dirt struck up by the foot of Beasts? he washes it clean in his own laver, our very hairs Are numbered, our tears bottled, our Desires known, our steps and wanderings Are measured, our groans Are not hid from him, our members Are written in his Book that not a bone is broken but he sets them again.
and conducted them & planted them in the Land of Canaan. It was his hortus pensilis & ambulatorius, he delighted in his walking Garden through the howling Desarts of Arabia, the Type and Emblem of his Gospel Church in all her scatterings and thirsty marches,
and conducted them & planted them in the Land of Canaan. It was his Hortis pensilis & ambulatorius, he delighted in his walking Garden through the howling Deserts of Arabia, the Type and Emblem of his Gospel Church in all her scatterings and thirsty marches,
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Neither is there any of the least of his beloved ones but he will vouchsafe a gracious ear to their petitions, and carry them in his bosome as all the days of old.
Neither is there any of the least of his Beloved ones but he will vouchsafe a gracious ear to their petitions, and carry them in his bosom as all the days of old.
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He gave Aegypt for their Ransome, Aethiopia and Seba for them, This is matter of argument in our prayer thou hast delivered this people out of Aegypt until now. And what if we be not fit for mercy, he is always fit to shew it when heavenly wisdom judges meet.
He gave Egypt for their Ransom, Ethiopia and Seba for them, This is matter of argument in our prayer thou hast Delivered this people out of Egypt until now. And what if we be not fit for mercy, he is always fit to show it when heavenly Wisdom judges meet.
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In that day when the design and decrees of mercy, unite in accomplishment, he can form the hearts of men and fashion them upon the wheel of Providence.
In that day when the Design and decrees of mercy, unite in accomplishment, he can from the hearts of men and fashion them upon the wheel of Providence.
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The time is hastening and at the doors, that the Lord will powr out clean water upon his Sanctuary he will do a new thing on the earth, now it shall spring forth NONLATINALPHABET nunc germinabit, NONLATINALPHABET a manifest allusion with that of Zachary, Zech. 3.8.6.12. I will bring forth my Servant, [ Zemach ] the BRANCH, called by Luke NONLATINALPHABET the Branch from on High:
The time is hastening and At the doors, that the Lord will power out clean water upon his Sanctuary he will do a new thing on the earth, now it shall spring forth nunc germinabit, a manifest allusion with that of Zachary, Zechariah 3.8.6.12. I will bring forth my Servant, [ Zemach ] the BRANCH, called by Lycia the Branch from on High:
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when the Beasts of the field, the Dragons and Owls of the Gentile Wilderness shall honour me Then shall Zion bud forth and great shall be the glory of her Children, from the North,
when the Beasts of the field, the Dragons and Owls of the Gentile Wilderness shall honour me Then shall Zion bud forth and great shall be the glory of her Children, from the North,
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Which some as Arias and others, understand of China, but more likely of Sin or Pelusium by a trope for the Land of Aegypt, Sin being the great fortress at the entrance of Aegypt, and South of the Land of Canaan.
Which Some as Arias and Others, understand of China, but more likely of since or Pelusium by a trope for the Land of Egypt, since being the great fortress At the Entrance of Egypt, and South of the Land of Canaan.
and lead them back like beasts into the Land of Slaughter, for Sacrifices in the Temples of their own Gods. Heathen briars may flourish and spread their twins far and near,
and led them back like beasts into the Land of Slaughter, for Sacrifices in the Temples of their own God's Heathen briers may flourish and spread their twins Far and near,
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Pompey prospered not after he stumbled in the Temple of Jerusalem. Many and fatal instances occur in History of Gods vindictive Justice upon his enemies,
Pompey prospered not After he stumbled in the Temple of Jerusalem. Many and fatal instances occur in History of God's vindictive justice upon his enemies,
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when once they laid hands upon the precious things of Zion. Discite justitiam moniti, &c. learn to beware of Herod 's destiny, smote by an Angel in the midst of all his glory.
when once they laid hands upon the precious things of Zion. Discite justitiam moniti, etc. Learn to beware of Herod is destiny, smote by an Angel in the midst of all his glory.
and shake of their dust and Kings shall come to the glory of Zions rising, humiliatio parit humilitatem, Sanctified humiliation brings advancing humility.
and shake of their dust and Kings shall come to the glory of Zions rising, Humiliation parit humilitatem, Sanctified humiliation brings advancing humility.
like potions made of the Carduus bendictus, the blessed thistle. The troubles of the Church both for time and measure are guided by her wise ad holy Husband, who hath charged the tossing waves of the Sea, hitherto shall ye come and no further.
like potions made of the Carduus bendictus, the blessed thistle. The Troubles of the Church both for time and measure Are guided by her wise and holy Husband, who hath charged the tossing waves of the Sea, hitherto shall you come and no further.
A gracious Husband compassionates his sickly Spouse especially if sick of love, His left hand is under her head, Song 2.6. and his right hand doth embrace her.
A gracious Husband compassionates his sickly Spouse especially if sick of love, His left hand is under her head, Song 2.6. and his right hand does embrace her.
Though the Moon have her spots, the Sun distains not to shine upon her, and though a Saint may have some foolishness, yet God delivers him from draggling in the mire,
Though the Moon have her spots, the Sun distains not to shine upon her, and though a Saint may have Some foolishness, yet God delivers him from draggling in the mire,
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and suffers him not to sink Uprightness may consist with many imperfections. God takes his measures by sincerity and not infirmity, that's a Saints joy.
and suffers him not to sink Uprightness may consist with many imperfections. God Takes his measures by sincerity and not infirmity, that's a Saints joy.
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Some frowardness and frettings in the midst of integrity, nay a spark of grace is highly regarded though at first struck from Heaven into an ocean of corruption within us, its kindling and will be flaming.
some frowardness and frettings in the midst of integrity, nay a spark of grace is highly regarded though At First struck from Heaven into an Ocean of corruption within us, its kindling and will be flaming.
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if the bent and tenour of the spirit be towards him, onely take heed lest our weaknesses should eclipse his praise, despond our spirits in holy duties,
if the bent and tenor of the Spirit be towards him, only take heed lest our Weaknesses should eclipse his praise, despond our spirits in holy duties,
and at last droop and sink into an uncomfortable frame of spirit, and then censure and backbite others that faithfully and meekly reprove us for our folly,
and At last droop and sink into an uncomfortable frame of Spirit, and then censure and backbite Others that faithfully and meekly reprove us for our folly,
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& be ware also of too much confidence & selfconceit Qui se sibi magistrum constituit stulto se discipulum subdit, a self taught person has a fool to his Master.
& be aware also of too much confidence & Self-conceit Qui se sibi Magistrum Constituted Stulto se Disciple subdit, a self taught person has a fool to his Master.
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The Church as far transcends the World as a pure unspotted Lilly outshines a crew of intricate thorns upon a cragged rock, or as a garden of roses in Sharon is more pleasant then the cursed Mountains of Gilboa, unpassable by briars and brambles. Puniceis humilis quantum saliunca rosetis.
The Church as Far transcends the World as a pure unspotted Lily outshines a crew of intricate thorns upon a cragged rock, or as a garden of roses in Sharon is more pleasant then the cursed Mountains of Gilboa, unpassable by briers and brambles. Puniceis Humilis quantum saliunca rosetis.
'Tis not Lateran Musick will consecrate her Masses into audience, nor her incense procure access to the Throne of Grace, I will not smell says the Lord in your Solemn Assemblies.
It's not Lateran Music will consecrate her Masses into audience, nor her incense procure access to the Throne of Grace, I will not smell Says the Lord in your Solemn Assemblies.
I shall end with Bernard to Eugenius, the 4th. Plena est ambitiosis ecclesia, non est jam quod exhorreat in studiis & molitionibus ambitionis, non plus quam spelunca latronum in spoliis viatorum.
I shall end with Bernard to Eugenius, the 4th. Plena est ambitiosis Church, non est jam quod exhorreat in studiis & molitionibus ambitionis, non plus quam Spelunca Robbers in spoliis viatorum.
and then tells him to his face among other smart but serious reflections upon his Lordliness, [ praesis ut prosis, &c. ut dispenses, non imperes &c. Nullum tibi venenum nullum gladium plus formido, quam libidinem dominandi ] govern to edification, act like a Servant,
and then tells him to his face among other smart but serious reflections upon his Lordliness, [ praesis ut prosis, etc. ut dispenses, non imperes etc. Nullum tibi venenum nullum Gladium plus Fear, quam libidinem dominandi ] govern to edification, act like a Servant,
What if the King of Zion come meek and lowly, riding upon an Ass, or his holy Apostles walking on foot for the Conversion of Nations through the World, what if the showrs of Heaven sall upon the cheeks of the lovely, lowly Lilly,
What if the King of Zion come meek and lowly, riding upon an Ass, or his holy Apostles walking on foot for the Conversion of nations through the World, what if the showers of Heaven shall upon the cheeks of the lovely, lowly Lily,
and she sit weeping among the briars, must true religion and pure worship be never courted but when the Sun shines? The way to Canaan lay through stones and rocks, amidst Lions and Tygers, among Scorpions and fiery flying Serpents;
and she fit weeping among the briers, must true Religion and pure worship be never courted but when the Sun shines? The Way to Canaan lay through stones and Rocks, amid Lions and Tigers, among Scorpions and fiery flying Serpents;
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true genuine Israel must through all, and never be appaled, dismayed or dare to face about to Aegypt, of which the Lord hath said ye shall return that way no more, If we startle at the briars about the lillies,
true genuine Israel must through all, and never be appalled, dismayed or Dare to face about to Egypt, of which the Lord hath said you shall return that Way no more, If we startle At the briers about the lilies,
They may hurt the flesh, but cannot hinder the flight of the soul into the bosome of Abraham. Let not the Churches afflictions obstruct your associating to her company which is passing under the conduct of her 2d Joshua, into everlasting rest.
They may hurt the Flesh, but cannot hinder the flight of the soul into the bosom of Abraham. Let not the Churches afflictions obstruct your associating to her company which is passing under the conduct of her 2d joshua, into everlasting rest.
Cyrus a ravenous Bird from East God called to feast upon the sacrifice of his wrath in the Land of Chaldea, to root up the briars of Babylon, which had so greatly vexed and abused his beloved people.
Cyrus a ravenous Bird from East God called to feast upon the sacrifice of his wrath in the Land of Chaldea, to root up the briers of Babylon, which had so greatly vexed and abused his Beloved people.
All Histories yield notable instances of divine severity against barbarous persecutors when once they stretch out their hands against the Church, they are quickly withered.
All Histories yield notable instances of divine severity against barbarous persecutors when once they stretch out their hands against the Church, they Are quickly withered.
To what fearful issues the inraged and infatuated instruments of Satan in the 10 primitive Persecutions were reduced, Ecclesiastick and Civil story is very pregnant;
To what fearful issues the enraged and infatuated Instruments of Satan in the 10 primitive Persecutions were reduced, Ecclesiastic and Civil story is very pregnant;
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and with what comfort might they resign their spirits at death into his hands, as of a faithful Creator, and merciful Redeemer, obtaining an abundant entrance into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. FINIS.
and with what Comfort might they resign their spirits At death into his hands, as of a faithful Creator, and merciful Redeemer, obtaining an abundant Entrance into the everlasting Kingdom of our Lord and Saviour jesus christ. FINIS.
