Ancient and modern delusions, discoursed of in three sermons upon 2 Thes. 2.11 concerning some errors now prevailing in the Church of Rome / by Edward Pelling ...
ANCIENT and MODERN DELUSIONS, Discoursed of in three SERMONS Upon 2 THES. 2. 11. SERM. I. 2. THES. 2. 11. And for this cause God shall send them strong Delusions, that they should believe a Lye.
ANCIENT and MODERN DELUSIONS, Discoursed of in three SERMONS Upon 2 THESE. 2. 11. SERMON. I. 2. THESE. 2. 11. And for this cause God shall send them strong Delusions, that they should believe a Lie.
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I Think, there is not in all the New Testament, a Chapter which has been more quoted by Protestants than this: And he, that shall read the former part thereof, may be apt to conceive, that S. Paul, by a Prophetick Spirit, pointeth here to the Church and Bishops of Rome. And I confess, many Learned Divines have thought so,
I Think, there is not in all the New Testament, a Chapter which has been more quoted by Protestants than this: And he, that shall read the former part thereof, may be apt to conceive, that S. Paul, by a Prophetic Spirit, pointeth Here to the Church and Bishops of Room. And I confess, many Learned Divines have Thought so,
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which the best Interpreters do understand not of a single Person, but of a whole Sect; as when we say, the Jesuit is a Traitor, we mean the wholer Order and Society. Moreover, the Apostle tells us, that this man of Sin opposeth and exalteth himself above all, that is called God, or that is worshipped;
which the best Interpreters do understand not of a single Person, but of a Whole Sect; as when we say, the Jesuit is a Traitor, we mean the wholer Order and Society. Moreover, the Apostle tells us, that this man of since Opposeth and Exalteth himself above all, that is called God, or that is worshipped;
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He speaketh of a Mystery of Iniquity that began to work then, whose coming was after the working of Satan, with all Power, and Signs, and lying Wonders.
He speaks of a Mystery of Iniquity that began to work then, whose coming was After the working of Satan, with all Power, and Signs, and lying Wonders.
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Especially, if he shall consider withal, how the Apostle saith, vers. 10. That the coming of this man of Sin would be with all deceivableness of Ʋnrighteousness;
Especially, if he shall Consider withal, how the Apostle Says, vers. 10. That the coming of this man of since would be with all deceivableness of Ʋnrighteousness;
and all of them to be used by Anti-christ to draw men into Errour and Destruction. 1. By courteous and obliging Insinuations. 2. By specious pretences of Holiness and Sanctity. 3. By their Wisdome and Eloquence,
and all of them to be used by Antichrist to draw men into Error and Destruction. 1. By courteous and obliging Insinuations. 2. By specious pretences of Holiness and Sanctity. 3. By their Wisdom and Eloquence,
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and skilfulness in all Arts and Learning. 4. By promising, and bribing them with money, the more readily to bring hungry persons to their Lure. 5. By threatning such as are Refractory with Death and Destruction,
and skilfulness in all Arts and Learning. 4. By promising, and bribing them with money, the more readily to bring hungry Persons to their Lure. 5. By threatening such as Are Refractory with Death and Destruction,
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so exactly do these Arts and Methods agree with the Tricks and Manners of that sort of Cattel, that when I read his Comment upon the Place, I fancied my self to be reading the plain and perfect Character of Ignatius 's Disciples.
so exactly do these Arts and Methods agree with the Tricks and Manners of that sort of Cattle, that when I read his Comment upon the Place, I fancied my self to be reading the plain and perfect Character of Ignatius is Disciples.
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such weak Creatures we are naturally, that our Passions are apt to ingage in the most weighty Disputes, just as hot pated men are ready to thrust into,
such weak Creatures we Are naturally, that our Passion Are apt to engage in the most weighty Disputes, just as hight pated men Are ready to thrust into,
Very probable it is, that the Apostle in this Chapter (as in several other places) pointeth to a wicked Crew of Apostates, that prevailed in those first Times of Christianity,
Very probable it is, that the Apostle in this Chapter (as in several other places) pointeth to a wicked Crew of Apostates, that prevailed in those First Times of Christianity,
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as Simon Magus and his followers, who though they were divided into several Sects and Factions (the Nicolaitanes, the Corinthians, the Carpocratians, the Eucratitae, the Marcionites, and the rest) some of our late Divines do comprehend (all of them) under the general name of Gnosticks. I will not contend about this matter, being little to my purpose:
as Simon Magus and his followers, who though they were divided into several Sects and Factions (the Nicolaitans, the Corinthians, the Carpocratians, the Eucratitae, the Marcionites, and the rest) Some of our late Divines do comprehend (all of them) under the general name of Gnostics. I will not contend about this matter, being little to my purpose:
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This is certain, that whatever deceivers are intended in this place of Scripture, it was a just Judgement of God, upon vile and wicked men, that they compassed their Ends:
This is certain, that whatever deceivers Are intended in this place of Scripture, it was a just Judgement of God, upon vile and wicked men, that they compassed their Ends:
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such as lived unrighteously, and loved not the Truth, but dishonoured it and the God of it, by their foolish, sensual and lewd Courses, for this cause it was, that God sent them strong Delusion, that they should believe a Lye.
such as lived unrighteously, and loved not the Truth, but dishonoured it and the God of it, by their foolish, sensual and lewd Courses, for this cause it was, that God sent them strong Delusion, that they should believe a Lie.
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if it be possible, to redeem the one, and to keep the other sort out of that snare, which the Devil spreadeth for unwary wretches, by as many Wiles and Instruments in these days of ours, as ever he did in the dayes of the Apostle, or after.
if it be possible, to Redeem the one, and to keep the other sort out of that snare, which the devil spreadeth for unwary wretches, by as many Wiles and Instruments in these days of ours, as ever he did in the days of the Apostle, or After.
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2. That notwithstanding the great evidences, which have been given on the behalf of Truth, yet multitudes of silly People are very fond of Delusions, and Lyes still;
2. That notwithstanding the great evidences, which have been given on the behalf of Truth, yet Multitudes of silly People Are very found of Delusions, and Lies still;
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strong Delusions, gross and palpable Lies, which are taught them by those, who are, if not the same, yet as like unto the deceivers, whom St. Paul speaketh of here,
strong Delusions, gross and palpable Lies, which Are taught them by those, who Are, if not the same, yet as like unto the deceivers, whom Saint Paul speaks of Here,
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O foolish Galatians, who have betwitched you, that you should not obey the Truth? Gal. 3. 1. 'Tis such a senseless thing to be in Love with Error, that none but meer Fools and Sots, and such Fools as are bewitched too, can be thought capable of suffering themselves willingly to be abused with wrong apprehensions, especially in matters of Religion.
Oh foolish Galatians, who have betwitched you, that you should not obey the Truth? Gal. 3. 1. It's such a senseless thing to be in Love with Error, that none but mere Fools and Sots, and such Fools as Are bewitched too, can be Thought capable of suffering themselves willingly to be abused with wrong apprehensions, especially in matters of Religion.
but even Persons of Honourable Extraction, of Parts, and Learning, and Generous minds, to be both the Disciples and Patrons of a Religion, which, of all the Religions that ever were set up in the World, is not only the most Bloody, but the most Ridiculous. But the Reasons which may be given of it, are these chiefly.
but even Persons of Honourable Extraction, of Parts, and Learning, and Generous minds, to be both the Disciples and Patrons of a Religion, which, of all the Religions that ever were Set up in the World, is not only the most Bloody, but the most Ridiculous. But the Reasons which may be given of it, Are these chiefly.
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And questionless, great is the power of Education, it being so difficult a matter to raze those principles out of mens minds which cleave to 'em from their Infancy, and grow up with 'em from their Cradle: especially,
And questionless, great is the power of Education, it being so difficult a matter to raze those principles out of men's minds which cleave to they from their Infancy, and grow up with they from their Cradle: especially,
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as it is, we know, in many places beyond the Seas, where Priests are either ignorant or dishonest, and the Layety are nursed up in blindness, taking their Guides for so many infallible Oracles, who deprive 'em of the Bible,
as it is, we know, in many places beyond the Seas, where Priests Are either ignorant or dishonest, and the Laity Are nursed up in blindness, taking their Guides for so many infallible Oracles, who deprive they of the bible,
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No wonder if these miserable Souls believe a thousand things for Truths, which we, who have the means of Knowledge, plainly find to be no other than Impostures: and we doubt not,
No wonder if these miserable Souls believe a thousand things for Truths, which we, who have the means of Knowledge, plainly find to be no other than Impostors: and we doubt not,
But God be blessed, this is not the case of those Romanists who live amongst us. They cannot pretend, that they are not, or may not be better instructed, such of them especially,
But God be blessed, this is not the case of those Romanists who live among us. They cannot pretend, that they Are not, or may not be better instructed, such of them especially,
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as have deserted our Communion: 'tis not through Ignorance that They are deluded: but very probably it happeneth that they are brought to believe a lye.
as have deserted our Communion: it's not through Ignorance that They Are deluded: but very probably it Happeneth that they Are brought to believe a lie.
but above all, a desire of gratifying their Sensual Lusts and Appetites, carrieth a mighty hand over their Reason, to make it receive Falsehood for Truth,
but above all, a desire of gratifying their Sensual Lustiest and Appetites, Carrieth a mighty hand over their Reason, to make it receive Falsehood for Truth,
But when it hearkeneth to the Oratory of Interest, and submits to the Empire or flattery of the will, it is like the hand of a disordered Dial, that pointeth to any Figure;
But when it harkeneth to the Oratory of Interest, and submits to the Empire or flattery of the will, it is like the hand of a disordered Dial, that pointeth to any Figure;
and it is impossible for that man to be free from mistakes, who is guided and led away by his Lusts. For these do strangely paint every object to make it lovely and beautiful;
and it is impossible for that man to be free from mistakes, who is guided and led away by his Lusts. For these do strangely paint every Object to make it lovely and beautiful;
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and every thing seems to be of the same hue, and complexion, and colour with the Medium. Hence it cometh to pass mainly, that there are so many errors in Religion;
and every thing seems to be of the same hue, and complexion, and colour with the Medium. Hence it comes to pass mainly, that there Are so many errors in Religion;
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And this is that, I fear, which hath perswaded so many to warp from the Protestant Religion, there being variety of such Baits ministred by the cunning Anglers upon Tyler, as are very delightful to every mans palate and Gusto,
And this is that, I Fear, which hath persuaded so many to warp from the Protestant Religion, there being variety of such Baits ministered by the cunning Anglers upon Tyler, as Are very delightful to every men palate and Gusto,
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whether they be the Clergy, or Lay-people. 1. They of the Priest-hood have by a thousand stratagems brought it so to pass, that they are made privy to all mens secrets,
whither they be the Clergy, or Lay people. 1. They of the Priesthood have by a thousand stratagems brought it so to pass, that they Are made privy to all men's secrets,
Now by these means they throughly secure themselves from that contempt and Poverty, which with us (to the shame of us be it spoken) is the common reward of many a Learned, painfull and Honest Divine, especially when we have to do with people of sordid and degenerous principles, who neither Respect nor Feed the Ox that treadeth out the Corn.
Now by these means they thoroughly secure themselves from that contempt and Poverty, which with us (to the shame of us be it spoken) is the Common reward of many a Learned, painful and Honest Divine, especially when we have to do with people of sordid and degenerous principles, who neither Respect nor Feed the Ox that treadeth out the Corn.
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We read in Act. 19. that when Demetrius and his follow-crafts men saw, that their Trade and their wealth was in danger, they strenuously oppos'd the Doctrine of St. Paul, though it wanted neither Reasons nor Miracles to confirm it, Sirs, by this crast, ye know, we get our wealth;
We read in Act. 19. that when Demetrius and his follow-crafts men saw, that their Trade and their wealth was in danger, they strenuously opposed the Doctrine of Saint Paul, though it wanted neither Reasons nor Miracles to confirm it, Sirs, by this Crust, you know, we get our wealth;
and therefore, for the sake of the Silver shrines, they cried up Diana of the Ephesians, though it was but a sorry Puppet which they worshipt all this while.
and Therefore, for the sake of the Silver shrines, they cried up Diana of the Ephesians, though it was but a sorry Puppet which they worshipped all this while.
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I am afraid, that there are many Demetriuses now adayes, that meerly for their profit and gain, cry up Diana of the Romans also : For by this craft they get their Honours and Riches,
I am afraid, that there Are many Demetriuses now adays, that merely for their profit and gain, cry up Diana of the Romans also: For by this craft they get their Honours and Riches,
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and 'tis not strange, that men, who aim at base and secular Ends, should first be perswaded to Admire, and then be concern'd to Defend a Religion that brings them such a large and plentiful Dowry.
and it's not strange, that men, who aim At base and secular Ends, should First be persuaded to Admire, and then be concerned to Defend a Religion that brings them such a large and plentiful Dowry.
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And yet, we see, there are some (and those, of no mean extraction, or pitiful Parts,) who have been brought to subscribe to many Delusions, which that Church teacheth for Catholick Doctrines.
And yet, we see, there Are Some (and those, of no mean extraction, or pitiful Parts,) who have been brought to subscribe to many Delusions, which that Church Teaches for Catholic Doctrines.
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For, of Good Works they reckon but three sorts, Alms, Fasting and Prayer: so that let a man but shew Mercy in some indifferent measure, let him but forbear eating of flesh when the Church bids him;
For, of Good Works they reckon but three sorts, Alms, Fasting and Prayer: so that let a man but show Mercy in Some indifferent measure, let him but forbear eating of Flesh when the Church bids him;
let him but hear the service, (though in an unknown Tongue,) and run over the Rosary, consisting of 150 Ave Mary's, and 15 Pater Nosters, and he need not much fear his future state.
let him but hear the service, (though in an unknown Tongue,) and run over the Rosary, consisting of 150 Have Mary's, and 15 Pater Noster's, and he need not much Fear his future state.
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or before he dieth, he is Absolved at a cheap rate : and if he chance to expire before all his Penance be done; tis but leaving behind him a good Legacy for a Mass,
or before he Dieth, he is Absolved At a cheap rate: and if he chance to expire before all his Penance be done; this but leaving behind him a good Legacy for a Mass,
What an Heap of Sophistry is here? and yet they call it Religion, and are willing to believe, that it is the only True Religion, not because it is a Rational, but a Pleasant Model:
What an Heap of Sophistry is Here? and yet they call it Religion, and Are willing to believe, that it is the only True Religion, not Because it is a Rational, but a Pleasant Model:
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for it strains no Sinews, it breaks no bones; but saves them the charge of mortifying their Lusts, of crucifying their Affections, of subduing their earthly Members, of cutting off a right hand,
for it strains no Sinews, it breaks no bones; but saves them the charge of mortifying their Lustiest, of crucifying their Affections, of subduing their earthly Members, of cutting off a right hand,
and as long as things go at this rate, it is a wonder to me, that all lewd and vicious people in the world do not throw themselvs into the bosome of that Church, where they may live as merrily as they list,
and as long as things go At this rate, it is a wonder to me, that all lewd and vicious people in the world do not throw themselves into the bosom of that Church, where they may live as merrily as they list,
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I have been the longer upon this Subject, because I was minded to give you some account of that, which at this day seemeth such a strange thing, that every one is ready to lift up his hands in admiration, that when the world generally is so knowing, some should be prevailed with, to forsake a Grave, Serious and Excellent Religion, to embrace a Profession which is made up of Fooleries, Chimaera's and Ridicules.
I have been the longer upon this Subject, Because I was minded to give you Some account of that, which At this day seems such a strange thing, that every one is ready to lift up his hands in admiration, that when the world generally is so knowing, Some should be prevailed with, to forsake a Grave, Serious and Excellent Religion, to embrace a Profession which is made up of Fooleries, Chimaera's and Ridicules.
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as if God did directly infatuate the minds of men, or actually blind their understandings, by working so powerfully upon them, that they cannot but Err. For as he doth not Tempt, so neither doth he delude any;
as if God did directly infatuate the minds of men, or actually blind their understandings, by working so powerfully upon them, that they cannot but Err. For as he does not Tempt, so neither does he delude any;
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to deliver them up to themselves, to let them follow their own imaginations, and to suffer them to be deceived, by letting the reins loose to the Spirit of Error,
to deliver them up to themselves, to let them follow their own Imaginations, and to suffer them to be deceived, by letting the reins lose to the Spirit of Error,
and by withdrawing from wicked people, though not a sufficiency, yet that plenty of Grace, whereby they might have been kept out of the snare of the Devil.
and by withdrawing from wicked people, though not a sufficiency, yet that plenty of Grace, whereby they might have been kept out of the snare of the devil.
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God is said to have sent an evil Spirit between Abimelech and the men of Sichem, Judg. 9. To have moved David to number Israel and Judah, 2 Sam. 29. To have put a lying Spirit in the mouth of Ahabs Prophets, 2 Chron. 18. To have poured out upon the Jews the Spirit of a deep Sleep, Is. 29. And to have given them the Spirit of Slumber, Rom. 11. 8. But all these Texts and expressions must be understood, of Gods Permission and purpose of suffering Satan to use his Arts and Stratagems, to close mens eyes,
God is said to have sent an evil Spirit between Abimelech and the men of Sichem, Judges 9. To have moved David to number Israel and Judah, 2 Sam. 29. To have put a lying Spirit in the Mouth of Ahabs prophets, 2 Chronicles 18. To have poured out upon the jews the Spirit of a deep Sleep, Is. 29. And to have given them the Spirit of Slumber, Rom. 11. 8. But all these Texts and expressions must be understood, of God's Permission and purpose of suffering Satan to use his Arts and Stratagems, to close men's eyes,
that is, will suffer and permit the Devil and his Instruments to delude them, that they should believe a Lye. 2. It is to be noted, that when God is pleased to do this;
that is, will suffer and permit the devil and his Instruments to delude them, that they should believe a Lie. 2. It is to be noted, that when God is pleased to do this;
it is not with an immediate design and direct intention, that men shall be deluded, that they may perish. For he is not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to Repentance. But the Apostle speaketh of the event and issue of things, that the wickedness and ingratitude of People would bring them to that pass and upshot, that they would believe any thing in the End, though never so Romantick and Fabulous: And so, the sense of these words being opened, the consideration which now lyeth before us, is this;
it is not with an immediate Design and Direct intention, that men shall be deluded, that they may perish. For he is not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to Repentance. But the Apostle speaks of the event and issue of things, that the wickedness and ingratitude of People would bring them to that pass and upshot, that they would believe any thing in the End, though never so Romantic and Fabulous: And so, the sense of these words being opened, the consideration which now lies before us, is this;
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that however some are necessarily Deluded, through their invincible ignorance; and others are willing to be Deluded for their interest and advantage, yet that many are delivered up to strong Delusions, is a just judgement of God upon them,
that however Some Are necessarily Deluded, through their invincible ignorance; and Others Are willing to be Deluded for their Interest and advantage, yet that many Are Delivered up to strong Delusions, is a just judgement of God upon them,
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An example whereof we have in King Ahab, 2 Chron. 18. Because he would not credit the account, which Michaiah gave him concerning his going up to Ramoth Gilead, the Lord suffered him to be deceived, and thereby to be slain.
an Exampl whereof we have in King Ahab, 2 Chronicles 18. Because he would not credit the account, which Michaiah gave him Concerning his going up to Ramoth Gilead, the Lord suffered him to be deceived, and thereby to be slave.
In like manner he dealt with the whole Nation of the Jews, when they were in Love with Lies, and required the Prophets to Prophesie deceit unto them, God chose their Delusions, and gave them up to the ways and imaginations of their hearts, insomuch that the Prophets prophesied falsly, and the Priests did bear rule by their means, and (which is observable) the People did Love to have it so, Jer. 5. 31. And to the like purpose St. Paul speaks of those, Rom. 1. who held the Truth in unrighteousness;
In like manner he dealt with the Whole nation of the jews, when they were in Love with Lies, and required the prophets to Prophesy deceit unto them, God chosen their Delusions, and gave them up to the ways and Imaginations of their hearts, insomuch that the prophets prophesied falsely, and the Priests did bear Rule by their means, and (which is observable) the People did Love to have it so, Jer. 5. 31. And to the like purpose Saint Paul speaks of those, Rom. 1. who held the Truth in unrighteousness;
Now ▪ this consideration, that God doth many times, in Judgement upon wicked people, send them strong Delusions, that they should believe a Lye, serveth to these two good purposes (that I may not mention any more:)
Now ▪ this consideration, that God does many times, in Judgement upon wicked people, send them strong Delusions, that they should believe a Lie, serves to these two good Purposes (that I may not mention any more:)
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1. It discovers unto us the Reason, why it is such an hard and very difficult matter, to reclaim people that have once wilfully revolted from the Truth.
1. It discovers unto us the Reason, why it is such an hard and very difficult matter, to reclaim people that have once wilfully revolted from the Truth.
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Every Age hath found it true by sad experience, that it is much more easie to convert that person from the Error of his way, who hath been bred up in Ignorance from his Youth, than to reduce that man who hath turned aside either to Atheism, or to Idolatry, and Superstition, albeit he may have been instructed out of the Scriptures from his Childhood.
Every Age hath found it true by sad experience, that it is much more easy to convert that person from the Error of his Way, who hath been bred up in Ignorance from his Youth, than to reduce that man who hath turned aside either to Atheism, or to Idolatry, and Superstition, albeit he may have been instructed out of the Scriptures from his Childhood.
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Such a one sinneth against greater light of Conscience, and so is infinitely more Criminal, in shutting his own eyes, than he who never had his eyes open, nor had a Torch held out unto him to find out the True way.
Such a one Sinneth against greater Light of Conscience, and so is infinitely more Criminal, in shutting his own eyes, than he who never had his eyes open, nor had a Torch held out unto him to find out the True Way.
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and therefore the Apostle speaking of Renegado 's from the Truth, tells us, Heb, 6. 4, 5, 6. That it is impossible for those, who were once enlightened,
and Therefore the Apostle speaking of Renegado is from the Truth, tells us, Hebrew, 6. 4, 5, 6. That it is impossible for those, who were once enlightened,
For if any man quencheth the Spirit, it is he. If any man treadeth under foot the Son of God, it is he. If any man counteth the Blood of the Covenant an unholy thing, it is he. If any man doth despite unto the Spirit of Grace, it is he: And after so many sins,
For if any man quenches the Spirit, it is he. If any man treadeth under foot the Son of God, it is he. If any man counteth the Blood of the Covenant an unholy thing, it is he. If any man does despite unto the Spirit of Grace, it is he: And After so many Sins,
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so much obstinacy, and so much standing out against the clamours and snubbings of Natural and Enlightned Conscience, to recover that man out of his Apostacy, by the gravest Counsels, by the most pathetical Exhortations, or by the strongest and most convincing Arguments, though it be not absolutely impossible, yet it is next door unto it;
so much obstinacy, and so much standing out against the clamours and snubbings of Natural and Enlightened Conscience, to recover that man out of his Apostasy, by the Gravest Counsels, by the most pathetical Exhortations, or by the Strongest and most convincing Arguments, though it be not absolutely impossible, yet it is next door unto it;
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and fellowship of the Spirit, and the Eternal interest and felicity of his own Soul, let him) take heed lest he fall, 1 Cor. 10. 12. 2. This Consideration of Gods sending some men strong Delusions, serveth to clear up that, which in our Age, seemeth to be a Miracle of wonders;
and fellowship of the Spirit, and the Eternal Interest and felicity of his own Soul, let him) take heed lest he fallen, 1 Cor. 10. 12. 2. This Consideration of God's sending Some men strong Delusions, serves to clear up that, which in our Age, seems to be a Miracle of wonders;
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how it cometh to pass, that many famous and learned Divines, in the Church of Rome, have both believed those things themselves, and obtruded them upon others also,
how it comes to pass, that many famous and learned Divines, in the Church of Rome, have both believed those things themselves, and obtruded them upon Others also,
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and, I think, we need not wonder at this thing, if it be so; but rather we may make it a Question, whether it be so indeed? Whether they have believed those points themselves, which they have offered unto us, as Articles of Faith? St. Augustine tells of Varro, that learned Pagan, that he affirmed, That many things in Religion were true, which it was not fit that the Vulgar sort should know;
and, I think, we need not wonder At this thing, if it be so; but rather we may make it a Question, whither it be so indeed? Whither they have believed those points themselves, which they have offered unto us, as Articles of Faith? Saint Augustine tells of Varro, that learned Pagan, that he affirmed, That many things in Religion were true, which it was not fit that the vulgar sort should know;
And it is not impossible, but some Christian Romanes may have thought, as Varro and Scaevola did of old, that for certain Reasons the Vulgar ought to be made believe many things, tho they be not true.
And it is not impossible, but Some Christian Romans may have Thought, as Varro and Scaevola did of old, that for certain Reasons the vulgar ought to be made believe many things, though they be not true.
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but yet I cannot for all my Charity but fear at least, that some Popish Divines have acted quite against their own Consciences, and used indirect Arts to gull the rest of the World, teaching such Doctrines for True, which they themselves could not but know to be false, and I shall give you two instances to confirm my opinion, that it may not seem to be an uncharitable conjecture only.
but yet I cannot for all my Charity but Fear At least, that Some Popish Divines have acted quite against their own Consciences, and used indirect Arts to gull the rest of the World, teaching such Doctrines for True, which they themselves could not but know to be false, and I shall give you two instances to confirm my opinion, that it may not seem to be an uncharitable conjecture only.
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When they procured a Commission from King Philip of Spain, to search for all sorts of Catholick Books, and to purge out of them those passages which made for the Protestants, and to note those passages in a Book by it self, called the Expurgatory Index, there were notable Cautions inserted in the Commission, that the Book so compiled should not in any wise be made publick, but commited to the trust of some certain faithful Prelates;
When they procured a Commission from King Philip of Spain, to search for all sorts of Catholic Books, and to purge out of them those passages which made for the Protestants, and to note those passages in a Book by it self, called the Expurgatory Index, there were notable Cautions inserted in the Commission, that the Book so compiled should not in any wise be made public, but committed to the trust of Some certain faithful Prelates;
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and that those Prelates should not communicate the matter to any, but such as they should judge to be trusty, and by them to be kept very close, and not so much as the sight of one Copy to be imparted unto others, tho they were Catholicks.
and that those Prelates should not communicate the matter to any, but such as they should judge to be trusty, and by them to be kept very close, and not so much as the sighed of one Copy to be imparted unto Others, though they were Catholics.
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When the Censors of Doway were upon promoting of this design of purging Books, and did light upon several ancient Writers (and perticularly upon Bertram, who lived within nine hundred years after Christ,
When the Censors of Doway were upon promoting of this Design of purging Books, and did Light upon several ancient Writers (and particularly upon Bertram, who lived within nine hundred Years After christ,
and wrote things destructive of Transubstantiation) they resolved together not to burn those Books, but either to bear with their Errors, or to extemiate them, or to excuse them,
and wrote things destructive of Transubstantiation) they resolved together not to burn those Books, but either to bear with their Errors, or to extemiate them, or to excuse them,
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From these two Instances it doth appear, that there is reason enough for us to suspect at least, that they have acted craftily, and against the light of their own Consciences;
From these two Instances it does appear, that there is reason enough for us to suspect At least, that they have acted craftily, and against the Light of their own Consciences;
and so, it is very probable that they do still, and that they may know themselves the falshood of those things, which they would fain have us to believe,
and so, it is very probable that they do still, and that they may know themselves the falsehood of those things, which they would fain have us to believe,
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and perhaps for Varro 's and Scaevola 's reason, because it is fit sometimes the People should be deceived in their Religion, for peace and quietness sake.
and perhaps for Varro is and Scaevola is reason, Because it is fit sometime the People should be deceived in their Religion, for peace and quietness sake.
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Now all that we can collect from these and the like instances, is, that Man is a most senseless Creature, when God gives him up to his own conduct and management, especially if he be blinded too by him, that ruleth in darkness. Magnus Deus est error, as Luther said, Error is a God, which the most admired Sophies are ready to adore,
Now all that we can collect from these and the like instances, is, that Man is a most senseless Creature, when God gives him up to his own conduct and management, especially if he be blinded too by him, that Ruleth in darkness. Magnus Deus est error, as Luther said, Error is a God, which the most admired Sophies Are ready to adore,
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when the God of Truth, Righteousness, and Peace shall leave them to themselves, and commit them to their own hands. And that this is usual, the Instances are too many to be insisted on,
when the God of Truth, Righteousness, and Peace shall leave them to themselves, and commit them to their own hands. And that this is usual, the Instances Are too many to be insisted on,
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And so the first thing I propounded is made good, that many people are led away by strong delusions, to believe that which is a manifest and notorious lie,
And so the First thing I propounded is made good, that many people Are led away by strong delusions, to believe that which is a manifest and notorious lie,
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Partly by the power of Mens Education, partly by the efficacy of their Lusts; but chiefly by the Justice of God, thereby punishing them for their darling wickednesses;
Partly by the power of Men's Education, partly by the efficacy of their Lustiest; but chiefly by the justice of God, thereby punishing them for their darling Wickednesses;
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ANCIENT and MODERN DELUSIONS, Discoursed of in three SERMONS Upon 2 THES. 2. 11. SERM. II. 2. THES. 2. 11. And for this cause God shall send them strong Delusions, that they should believe a Lye.
ANCIENT and MODERN DELUSIONS, Discoursed of in three SERMONS Upon 2 THESE. 2. 11. SERMON. II 2. THESE. 2. 11. And for this cause God shall send them strong Delusions, that they should believe a Lie.
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nay, even such as are of the same, or of the like Nature, with those Delusions which St. Paul speaketh of here, which he sayeth were to be sent upon that Generation,
nay, even such as Are of the same, or of the like Nature, with those Delusions which Saint Paul speaks of Here, which he Saith were to be sent upon that Generation,
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1. Then it is observable and very certain, that in the most Primitive Times of the Church, many Impostors did pretend to an Infallible Spirit. This is clear to any man that hath but enquired into the History and condition of that Age wherein the Apostles of Christ lived.
1. Then it is observable and very certain, that in the most Primitive Times of the Church, many Impostors did pretend to an Infallible Spirit. This is clear to any man that hath but inquired into the History and condition of that Age wherein the Apostles of christ lived.
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For Simon the Sorcerer (of whom we read Act. 8. and whom the Ancients called NONLATINALPHABET the Eldest Son of the Devil) pretended, that he was that Divine Being, which framed both the Angelical and Visible world.
For Simon the Sorcerer (of whom we read Act. 8. and whom the Ancients called the Eldest Son of the devil) pretended, that he was that Divine Being, which framed both the Angelical and Visible world.
or (as it may be rendred) that he was that Power, Numen, or Divine Majestie, which is called Great. He pretended to be more than Gods Vicar upon Earth;
or (as it may be rendered) that he was that Power, Numen, or Divine Majesty, which is called Great. He pretended to be more than God's Vicar upon Earth;
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for he gave out, that he was the very God, that appeared upon Mount Sinai, as the Father; that he was the Christ, that afterwards conversed with the Jews as the Son; and that he was the Holy Ghost, that at last descended as the Paraclete, or promised Comforter. Eusebius tells us, that he had a Demon alwayes attending on him, which was called the Virtus NONLATINALPHABET, whereby he wrought such seeming Miracles, that he was worshipped as the Supream and Sovereign Deity, and it appears by the joynt testimonies of Tertullian, Justin Martyr, and other the most ancient Writers of the Church, that Claudius the Emperor erected a great Statue in honour of him, with this Inscription upon it, Simoni Deo sancto, to the Holy God Simon. Some learned Divines do conceive, that this was that Man of Sin, of whom Saint Paul saith, in this 2 Thes. 2. 4. That he opposed and exalted himself above all that is called God,
for he gave out, that he was the very God, that appeared upon Mount Sinai, as the Father; that he was the christ, that afterwards conversed with the jews as the Son; and that he was the Holy Ghost, that At last descended as the Paraclete, or promised Comforter. Eusebius tells us, that he had a Demon always attending on him, which was called the Virtus, whereby he wrought such seeming Miracles, that he was worshipped as the Supreme and Sovereign Deity, and it appears by the joint testimonies of Tertullian, Justin Martyr, and other the most ancient Writers of the Church, that Claudius the Emperor erected a great Statue in honour of him, with this Inscription upon it, Simony God sancto, to the Holy God Simon. some learned Divines do conceive, that this was that Man of since, of whom Saint Paul Says, in this 2 Thebes 2. 4. That he opposed and exalted himself above all that is called God,
or that is worshipped, &c. This is certain, that his Followers pretended to the most perfect and certain knowledge of Gods Will, insomuch that they despised the Apostles themselves,
or that is worshipped, etc. This is certain, that his Followers pretended to the most perfect and certain knowledge of God's Will, insomuch that they despised the Apostles themselves,
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And Epiphanius relates, that when the Church appealed to the Writings of the Apostles, they urged the authority of a more infallible Tradition, and affirmed themselves to be wiser than the Apostles, and to be Preachers of greater Truths, than ever the Apostles were acquainted with.
And Epiphanius relates, that when the Church appealed to the Writings of the Apostles, they urged the Authority of a more infallible Tradition, and affirmed themselves to be Wiser than the Apostles, and to be Preachers of greater Truths, than ever the Apostles were acquainted with.
These were those false Prophets, which our Saviour foretold would come, Matth. 7. 15. He called them false Prophets, not because they pretended to foretel future events,
These were those false prophets, which our Saviour foretold would come, Matthew 7. 15. He called them false prophets, not Because they pretended to foretell future events,
but because they falsly pretended to Divine Inspiration, and to an Infallible Spirit. These are they which Saint Paul saith, were puffed up with a profession of Science, falsly so called, 1 Tim. 6. These were they, whom he called false Apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the Apostles of Christ, 2 Cor. 11. 13. And these are they, against whom he cautioneth the Thessalonians in this Chapter, that they should not be shaken in mind NONLATINALPHABET, vers. 2. by any pretences of the Spirit, by a shew of Inspiration, Immediate Revelation, and Infallible Knowledge.
but Because they falsely pretended to Divine Inspiration, and to an Infallible Spirit. These Are they which Saint Paul Says, were puffed up with a profession of Science, falsely so called, 1 Tim. 6. These were they, whom he called false Apostles, deceitful workers, transforming themselves into the Apostles of christ, 2 Cor. 11. 13. And these Are they, against whom he cautioneth the Thessalonians in this Chapter, that they should not be shaken in mind, vers. 2. by any pretences of the Spirit, by a show of Inspiration, Immediate Revelation, and Infallible Knowledge.
Now by what hath been spoken you may easily observe, that the Fundamental and Grand Pretence, upon which those monstrous Hereticks went in the Apostles Times, was This, that their Master was the Divine Oracle, the great Teacher of all Truth;
Now by what hath been spoken you may Easily observe, that the Fundamental and Grand Pretence, upon which those monstrous Heretics went in the Apostles Times, was This, that their Master was the Divine Oracle, the great Teacher of all Truth;
and that they themselves by being his Disciples had this Priviledge above other men, to be divinely and immediately inspired, so that they neither did nor could be mistaken in their Religion.
and that they themselves by being his Disciples had this Privilege above other men, to be divinely and immediately inspired, so that they neither did nor could be mistaken in their Religion.
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Like unto this is the modern pretence touching the Infallibility of the Bishop and Church of Rome. What the old Gnosticks did claim by and under Simon Magus, that do the new Romanists claim by and under Simon Peter, that their Teachers and Guides cannot Err. Tho for above fourteen hundred years together the Popes judgement was not counted infallible,
Like unto this is the modern pretence touching the Infallibility of the Bishop and Church of Room. What the old Gnostics did claim by and under Simon Magus, that do the new Romanists claim by and under Simon Peter, that their Teachers and Guides cannot Err. Though for above fourteen hundred Years together the Popes judgement was not counted infallible,
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yet now it is an undoubted Article, and the Fundamental Tenet among them (especially among the Jesuites) that their Great Pontifex hath this Prerogative above all Councils, that in his quae ad fidem pertinent nullo casu errare possit, as Cardinal Bellarmine affirms;
yet now it is an undoubted Article, and the Fundamental Tenet among them (especially among the Jesuits) that their Great Pontifex hath this Prerogative above all Councils, that in his Quae ad fidem pertinent nullo casu errare possit, as Cardinal Bellarmine affirms;
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But because I do not intend to wade up to the neck in such a senseless Controversie, I shall take this as a ready and satisfactory course, by shewing you briefly how Contradictory the sense of one Pope hath been to the judgement of another;
But Because I do not intend to wade up to the neck in such a senseless Controversy, I shall take this as a ready and satisfactory course, by showing you briefly how Contradictory the sense of one Pope hath been to the judgement of Another;
Saint Peter (as they reckon) was the first Bishop of Rome: and he has left that behind him which doth blast the Infallibility of his pretended Successors;
Saint Peter (as they reckon) was the First Bishop of Rome: and he has left that behind him which does blast the Infallibility of his pretended Successors;
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and to the King as Supreme, 1 Pet. 2. 13. But Pius the 4th. claimed that at the Council of Trent, which Engenius the 4th. had lately defined at the Council of Florence, that the Bishop of Rome holdeth the Primacy over the whole World (Kings and Emperors not excepted.) And this they are so fond of still, that whosoever among us shall ex animo, take the Oath of Supremacy, must lie under a Curse as an Heretick and an Apostate from the Catholick See. Again;
and to the King as Supreme, 1 Pet. 2. 13. But Pius the 4th. claimed that At the Council of Trent, which Eugenius the 4th. had lately defined At the Council of Florence, that the Bishop of Room holds the Primacy over the Whole World (Kings and Emperor's not excepted.) And this they Are so found of still, that whosoever among us shall ex animo, take the Oath of Supremacy, must lie under a Curse as an Heretic and an Apostate from the Catholic See. Again;
and in divers of his Epistles, calls it a Title full of Novelty, Vanity, Blasphemy, Pride, Madness, and Wickedness, and said, that it was a Preparative to the Times of Anti-christ.
and in diverse of his Epistles, calls it a Title full of Novelty, Vanity, Blasphemy, Pride, Madness, and Wickedness, and said, that it was a Preparative to the Times of Antichrist.
as a New-nothing. For about 250 years since (no longer ago) Adrian the sixth did ingeniously and honestly declare, that the Pope might not only Err, but might be an Heretick too,
as a New-nothing. For about 250 Years since (not longer ago) Adrian the sixth did ingeniously and honestly declare, that the Pope might not only Err, but might be an Heretic too,
And to make good what this Pope Adrian said, it is further observable, that Liberius subscribed the Arian Heresie, and the thing is so certain, that Cardinal Bellarmine himself doth confess it,
And to make good what this Pope Adrian said, it is further observable, that Liberius subscribed the Arian Heresy, and the thing is so certain, that Cardinal Bellarmine himself does confess it,
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and Marcellinus was more than an Heretick, for he Apostatiz'd to Heathenism, and sacrificed to Heathen Idols; and Zepherinus embraced the Prophesies of Montanus; and Rhenanus himself, in his Annotations upon Tertullian, notes it on the Margin,
and Marcellinus was more than an Heretic, for he Apostatized to Heathenism, and sacrificed to Heathen Idols; and Zephyrinus embraced the prophecies of Montanus; and Rhenanus himself, in his Annotations upon Tertullian, notes it on the Margin,
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two things are observed of Pope Galasius the first, that he flatly affirmed the Elements in the Sacrament to remain in their own Nature Bread and Wine;
two things Are observed of Pope Galasius the First, that he flatly affirmed the Elements in the Sacrament to remain in their own Nature Bred and Wine;
and yet the quite contrary was taught by his immediate Successor Innocent the Third, and so it has continued to be taught by the rest of the Popes since. Further yet:
and yet the quite contrary was taught by his immediate Successor Innocent the Third, and so it has continued to be taught by the rest of the Popes since. Further yet:
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The Papists are pleas'd to call Mr. Calvin an Heretick, for affirming, that the souls of Saints departed shall not enjoy the perfect vision of God until the Resurrection.
The Papists Are pleased to call Mr. calvin an Heretic, for affirming, that the Souls of Saints departed shall not enjoy the perfect vision of God until the Resurrection.
Yet this Doctrine was taught by Pope John the 22th. but (to see the Infallibility of these Men) some say, that John himself recanted this before his death;
Yet this Doctrine was taught by Pope John the 22th. but (to see the Infallibility of these Men) Some say, that John himself recanted this before his death;
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and so the Popes teach still, that such Souls are perfectly happy upon their departure; and this is the fundamental Principle upon which their Invocations of Saints standeth;
and so the Popes teach still, that such Souls Are perfectly happy upon their departure; and this is the fundamental Principle upon which their Invocations of Saints Stands;
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and were it not for that, I believe John 's opinion would have been received as a certain Truth. But what shall we say of John the 23th. who denyed the Articles of Eternal Life,
and were it not for that, I believe John is opinion would have been received as a certain Truth. But what shall we say of John the 23th. who denied the Articles of Eternal Life,
To these I might add many instances more; as, that John the 12th. ordained a Deacon in a stable, drank healths to the Devils, and called upon Devils for help when he was at Dice;
To these I might add many instances more; as, that John the 12th. ordained a Deacon in a stable, drank healths to the Devils, and called upon Devils for help when he was At Dice;
and nulled again the Acts of Formosus. I might instance also in another of their pretended Infallible Oracles, I mean that Female Pope, who turned St. Peters into a groaning Chair,
and nulled again the Acts of Formosus. I might instance also in Another of their pretended Infallible Oracles, I mean that Female Pope, who turned Saint Peter's into a groaning Chair,
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and so cozened the whole Church and her self too (notwithstanding her Infallibility;) but as to this, it will be said, that it was not Error in Capite, a judicial Error,
and so cozened the Whole Church and her self too (notwithstanding her Infallibility;) but as to this, it will be said, that it was not Error in Capite, a judicial Error,
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and with them it is a Rule, that Fortiter mentiri, to Lye strenuously, and to swear to it, for the sake of the Catholick cause, is not only pardonable, but meritorous too.
and with them it is a Rule, that Fortiter mentiri, to Lie strenuously, and to swear to it, for the sake of the Catholic cause, is not only pardonable, but meritorious too.
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so ridiculous, and so inconsistent with themselves, that the Italians themselves have made them the Subjects of the bitterest Pasquils and Satyrs: only I do remember (what a Learned Writer hath observed of Aeneas Silvius) that before he came to be preferred to the Popedome, he laughed at the conceit of the Popes Infallibility;
so ridiculous, and so inconsistent with themselves, that the Italians themselves have made them the Subject's of the Bitterest Pasquils and Satyrs: only I do Remember (what a Learned Writer hath observed of Aeneas Silvius) that before he Come to be preferred to the Popedom, he laughed At the conceit of the Popes Infallibility;
and the reason why some did set him above Councils, was this (as he ingeniously confest,) because the Pope had the disposal of all Spiritual Preferments, which Councils had not,
and the reason why Some did Set him above Councils, was this (as he ingeniously confessed,) Because the Pope had the disposal of all Spiritual Preferments, which Councils had not,
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and so the thing fairly ends, that 'tis not the Love of Truth, but the Love of Interest, which has made men to sweat, to defend this pretence of Infallibility.
and so the thing fairly ends, that it's not the Love of Truth, but the Love of Interest, which has made men to sweat, to defend this pretence of Infallibility.
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2. Another thing observable of those first Hereticks is, that they taught the worship of Images. S. John cautioned his little Children, to keep themselves from Idols, 1 Joh. 5. 21. And S. Paul spake of some Idolaters that were in the World in his days, 1 Cor. 5. 10. Now by these are to be understood, not only those who worshipped the Pagan Deities, but those also who worshipped Pictures, whether of God,
2. another thing observable of those First Heretics is, that they taught the worship of Images. S. John cautioned his little Children, to keep themselves from Idols, 1 John 5. 21. And S. Paul spoke of Some Idolaters that were in the World in his days, 1 Cor. 5. 10. Now by these Are to be understood, not only those who worshipped the Pagan Deities, but those also who worshipped Pictures, whither of God,
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yet were they condemned, and prescribed by the Church, as vile and abominable Hereticks. Such were the Cerinthians, who boasted of their immediate Revelations,
yet were they condemned, and prescribed by the Church, as vile and abominable Heretics. Such were the Cerinthians, who boasted of their immediate Revelations,
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Simon Magus (of whom I spake before) delivered an Effigies of himself to his Followers in the shape of Jupiter, and another of his Strumpet Helena in the shape of Minerva; and his Disciples by his directions worshipped these with prostrations, with incense, with meat and drink-Offerings. In like manner the Carpocratians had the Pictures of Christ and of Paul, and of others, to which they gave religious worship; and by so doing did conceive, that they greatly honoured Christ himself and his Apostles.
Simon Magus (of whom I spoke before) Delivered an Effigies of himself to his Followers in the shape of Jupiter, and Another of his Strumpet Helena in the shape of Minerva; and his Disciples by his directions worshipped these with prostrations, with incense, with meat and Drink offerings. In like manner the Carpocratians had the Pictures of christ and of Paul, and of Others, to which they gave religious worship; and by so doing did conceive, that they greatly honoured christ himself and his Apostles.
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And the learned Dr. Hammond is of opinion, that Saint Paul pointeth to these Impostors, Rom. 1. 23. where he saith, that they changed the Glory of the incorruptible God, into an Image made like unto a corruptible man, for they supposed, that God himself was adored and worshipped in and by these Images and Representations.
And the learned Dr. Hammond is of opinion, that Saint Paul pointeth to these Impostors, Rom. 1. 23. where he Says, that they changed the Glory of the incorruptible God, into an Image made like unto a corruptible man, for they supposed, that God himself was adored and worshipped in and by these Images and Representations.
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Like unto this old abominable and heretical Practice is the modern Practice of the Church of Rome, in worshipping the Pictures of the Persons in the Holy Trinity, of the Holy Virgin, and of the Apostles and other Saints:
Like unto this old abominable and heretical Practice is the modern Practice of the Church of Rome, in worshipping the Pictures of the Persons in the Holy Trinity, of the Holy Virgae, and of the Apostles and other Saints:
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And tho they would come off with a nice and foolish distinction between Latria and Dulia (which yet their Writers do not throughly agree in;) yet suppose they do not pretend to give Divine worship to the Images themselves, but to the Prototypes, that is to God and to Christ, who are thus Represented, this is a very gross delusion and a Lie, in the Scripture sense of the Word, that is, down right Idolatry. For they, who worshipped the golden Calf in the Wilderness, are called by the Apostle Idolaters, 1 Cor. 10. 7. and yet they were not so sottish as to think, that the Image which they had just formed with their hands was the very True God; but looked upon it as the Symbol of Gods presence,
And though they would come off with a Nicaenae and foolish distinction between Latria and Dulia (which yet their Writers do not thoroughly agree in;) yet suppose they do not pretend to give Divine worship to the Images themselves, but to the Prototypes, that is to God and to christ, who Are thus Represented, this is a very gross delusion and a Lie, in the Scripture sense of the Word, that is, down right Idolatry. For they, who worshipped the golden Calf in the Wilderness, Are called by the Apostle Idolaters, 1 Cor. 10. 7. and yet they were not so sottish as to think, that the Image which they had just formed with their hands was the very True God; but looked upon it as the Symbol of God's presence,
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and worshipt it as Gods Representative; and their Worship was ultimately directed, not to the Calf, but to God himself by the Image, and under that Similitude;
and worshipped it as God's Representative; and their Worship was ultimately directed, not to the Calf, but to God himself by the Image, and under that Similitude;
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for they worshipped the True God after a False way. And indeed this was the Idolatry of the very Pagans. For tho many of the vulgar sort among them terminated their worship in the Images themselves, yet the wiser sort did conceive and prefer, that they worshipped the Great God by their Images, and not the Images themselves.
for they worshipped the True God After a False Way. And indeed this was the Idolatry of the very Pagans. For though many of the Vulgar sort among them terminated their worship in the Images themselves, yet the Wiser sort did conceive and prefer, that they worshipped the Great God by their Images, and not the Images themselves.
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So Celsus declared in his Disputations with Origen, that he was no better than a perfect Fool, that looked upon those things (things of Wood and Stone, of Brass and Gold) to be Gods and not rather as Images of the Gods. And the Pagans in Arnobius profest that they worshipp'd Statues, only because through them honor is given to the Gods, whereas the Images themselves were worshipt only for their Dedication, and Relation sake unto the Deity.
So Celsus declared in his Disputations with Origen, that he was no better than a perfect Fool, that looked upon those things (things of Wood and Stone, of Brass and Gold) to be God's and not rather as Images of the God's And the Pagans in Arnobius professed that they worshipped Statues, only Because through them honour is given to the God's, whereas the Images themselves were worshipped only for their Dedication, and Relation sake unto the Deity.
And whatever evasions they make use of to excuse their Image worship, the same shifts any Learned man, may use to excuse the Idolatries of the first Seducers, the Simonians, the Cerinthians, the Carpocratians, and the Collyridians too, who offered up Cakes to the Virgin Mary 's Image.
And whatever evasions they make use of to excuse their Image worship, the same shifts any Learned man, may use to excuse the Idolatries of the First Seducers, the Simonians, the Cerinthians, the Carpocratians, and the Collyridians too, who offered up Cakes to the Virgae Marry is Image.
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3. Of whom it is yet further observable, that they taught the Adoration and Invocation of Heavenly Spirits, as Mediators between them and the great God.
3. Of whom it is yet further observable, that they taught the Adoration and Invocation of Heavenly Spirits, as Mediators between them and the great God.
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And questionless, this is that NONLATINALPHABET, or worshipping of Angels, which S. Paul condemns, 2 Col. 18. Let no man beguile you of your Reward, in a voluntary humility, and worshipping of Angels.
And questionless, this is that, or worshipping of Angels, which S. Paul condemns, 2 Col. 18. Let no man beguile you of your Reward, in a voluntary humility, and worshipping of Angels.
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That is, let no man rob you of that which is the peculiar honour of Christians (who call upon God through the Eternal Word onely, let no man beguile you out of that way) by perswading you to an uncommanded piece of humility, to go to God by many Mediators and Advocates, as if it were too much confidence and rudeness to direct your Prayers immediately unto the Father of Spirits:
That is, let no man rob you of that which is the peculiar honour of Christians (who call upon God through the Eternal Word only, let no man beguile you out of that Way) by persuading you to an uncommanded piece of humility, to go to God by many Mediators and Advocates, as if it were too much confidence and rudeness to Direct your Prayers immediately unto the Father of Spirits:
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And in order hereunto, take heed, that ye be not tempted to worship and invocate the Angels, who are thought to be Gods Ministers of State, to carry his Commands down unto Men,
And in order hereunto, take heed, that you be not tempted to worship and invocate the Angels, who Are Thought to be God's Ministers of State, to carry his Commands down unto Men,
and very like unto this is the superstitions and unlawful Practice of many deluded wretches in our days, who do not only pray to their Guardian Angel to defend and to direct them,
and very like unto this is the superstitions and unlawful Practice of many deluded wretches in our days, who do not only pray to their Guardian Angel to defend and to Direct them,
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but also to S. Michael the Arch-Angel, and to all the (supposed) Nine orders of Blessed Spirits; and to the Souls of Patriarchs and Prophets, of Apostles and Martyrs, and to the Spirits of all Saints departed, to be their Mediators and Intercessors at the Throne of Grace.
but also to S. Michael the Arch-Angel, and to all the (supposed) Nine order of Blessed Spirits; and to the Souls of Patriarchs and prophets, of Apostles and Martyrs, and to the Spirits of all Saints departed, to be their Mediators and Intercessors At the Throne of Grace.
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For Abraham is ignorant of us, and Israel acknowledgeth us not: Nor doth our Saviour himself send us to God any other way but by him, nor direct us to pray in any other Name but in his; nor doth the Scriptures own any more then one Mediatour between God and Men, the Man Christ Jesus. To address ones self to a plurality of Inferior Spirits, and subordinate Mediatours, is down right Heathenism, which Religion Christ came to destroy, and forbad us to Pray, as the Heathens did; and so we are not only to forbear all Battologies and vain Repetitions, which the Pagans used; but also we must declaim all Plurality of Intercessors, which the Pagans believed. And because this is a useful speculation, I would observe unto you these four things, touching the Religion of the Old Heathens, much whereof these Gnosticks in my Text did insert into their Religion,
For Abraham is ignorant of us, and Israel acknowledgeth us not: Nor does our Saviour himself send us to God any other Way but by him, nor Direct us to pray in any other Name but in his; nor does the Scriptures own any more then one Mediator between God and Men, the Man christ jesus. To address ones self to a plurality of Inferior Spirits, and subordinate Mediators, is down right Heathenism, which Religion christ Come to destroy, and forbade us to Pray, as the heathens did; and so we Are not only to forbear all Battologies and vain Repetitions, which the Pagans used; but also we must declaim all Plurality of Intercessors, which the Pagans believed. And Because this is a useful speculation, I would observe unto you these four things, touching the Religion of the Old heathens, much whereof these Gnostics in my Text did insert into their Religion,
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2. They believed, that between God and Men there were vast numbers of Inferior Deities, and Deified Souls (as the Romanists reckon great multitudes of Canonized and Reputed Saints) to whom the great God did commit the care of Men,
2. They believed, that between God and Men there were vast numbers of Inferior Deities, and Deified Souls (as the Romanists reckon great Multitudes of Canonized and Reputed Saints) to whom the great God did commit the care of Men,
3. They believed (as the Romanists do also) that since God was a Being of most transcendent perfection, it was not manners for men to address themselves unto him, but by the favour and means of those middle Beings or Mediatours: Even as it is a piece of boldness to present a Petition to an Earthly Prince,
3. They believed (as the Romanists do also) that since God was a Being of most transcendent perfection, it was not manners for men to address themselves unto him, but by the favour and means of those middle Beings or Mediators: Even as it is a piece of boldness to present a Petition to an Earthly Prince,
4. And so, lastly, it was the Custome of Heathens, to call upon some Demon, Soul, or Spirit to solicite and mediate for them unto the supream God, and to depend upon them, as their immediate Patrons,
4. And so, lastly, it was the Custom of heathens, to call upon Some Demon, Soul, or Spirit to solicit and mediate for them unto the supreme God, and to depend upon them, as their immediate Patrons,
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and to expect all their Petitions to be answered by their care, and all good things, both for them and theirs, to be brought unto them by the hands of these Mediators, to whose Custody and Protection they did solemnly devote and commit themselves.
and to expect all their Petitions to be answered by their care, and all good things, both for them and theirs, to be brought unto them by the hands of these Mediators, to whose Custody and Protection they did solemnly devote and commit themselves.
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This is a short and plain account of the Creed and the Religion of the Ancient Pagans; by what we can learn from the most sagacious, dilligent, and inquisitive Writers.
This is a short and plain account of the Creed and the Religion of the Ancient Pagans; by what we can Learn from the most sagacious, diligent, and inquisitive Writers.
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And by this it will appear what a correspondence and likeness there is between Popery and Heathenism in this particular, concerning their Applications unto,
And by this it will appear what a correspondence and likeness there is between Popery and Heathenism in this particular, Concerning their Applications unto,
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and their Dependances upon certain Mediators, whose Interest they conceived, to be so great in the Supream and Soveraign Numen, that they rested confidently in their Intercession and power, in all Cases, Circumstances, and Conditions of Life.
and their Dependences upon certain Mediators, whose Interest they conceived, to be so great in the Supreme and Sovereign Numen, that they rested confidently in their Intercession and power, in all Cases, circumstances, and Conditions of Life.
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For (that I may give you some particular and known Instances:) the Heathens were wont to engage certain Demons, or Spirits of the other world, to be their Tutelar Deities, to take the Patronage of their Countries, Cities, and Habitations; such was Bel to the Babylonians, Osiris to the Aegyptians, Vulcan to the Lemnians, Pallas to the Trojans, Minerva to the Athenians, Apollo to the Delphicks, Juno to the Carthaginians, and the like.
For (that I may give you Some particular and known Instances:) the heathens were wont to engage certain Demons, or Spirits of the other world, to be their Tutelar Deities, to take the Patronage of their Countries, Cities, and Habitations; such was Bel to the Babylonians, Osiris to the egyptians, Megalo to the Lemnians, Pallas to the Trojans, Minerva to the Athenians, Apollo to the Delphicks, Juno to the Carthaginians, and the like.
Just so have the deluded Romanists engaged St. James to be the Tutelar Saint for Spain, Peter and Paul for Rome, Denis for France, Martin for Germany, Nicolas for Moscovia, Ambrose for Milan, Hulderick for Augusta, our Lady for I know not how many Cities and Corporations; and every particular Child is taught to choose him a Guardian Saint for his own Person, and to pray daily to him in this Form, Glorious Saint N. whom the divine Providence hath allotted for my Pattern on Earth and my Patron in Heaven;
Just so have the deluded Romanists engaged Saint James to be the Tutelar Saint for Spain, Peter and Paul for Room, Denis for France, Martin for Germany, Nicolas for Muscovy, Ambrose for Milan, Hulderick for Augusta, our Lady for I know not how many Cities and Corporations; and every particular Child is taught to choose him a Guardian Saint for his own Person, and to pray daily to him in this From, Glorious Saint N. whom the divine Providence hath allotted for my Pattern on Earth and my Patron in Heaven;
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Again : The Heathens had divers inferiour Deities and Mediators belonging to their several Trades and Professions Husbandmen had their Ops and Sylvanus; Mariners had their Castor and Pollux; Travellers had their Hercules; Shepheards had their Pan; Scholars had their Apollo; Souldiers had their Mars; and Theeves had their light-fingured Mercury. Even so have these silly deluded wretches their peculiar Saints: Physitians have their Cosmus and Damianus; Painters their Saint Luke; Potters have their Godrus; Huntsmen their Eustacius; Seamen their Saint Christopher, Saint Clement, and our Lady;
Again: The heathens had diverse inferior Deities and Mediators belonging to their several Trades and Professions Husbandmen had their Ops and Sylvanus; Mariners had their Castor and Pollux; Travellers had their Hercules; Shepherds had their Pan; Scholars had their Apollo; Soldiers had their Mars; and Thieves had their light-fingured Mercury. Even so have these silly deluded wretches their peculiar Saints: Physicians have their Cosmas and Damianus; Painters their Saint Lycia; Potters have their Godrus; Huntsmen their Eustacius; Seamen their Saint Christopher, Saint Clement, and our Lady;
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they have (as the old Heathens had) particular propitions Spirits, and Orators for particular Diseases and Griefs; as Cornelius for the Falling Sickness, Barbara against sudden Death, Liberius for the Stone, Apollonia for the Toothach, Otilia for Sore eyes, Roche against the Plague, Petronilla for the Fever, Saint John and Saint Bennet against Poyson, Saint Antony for the Erysipelas, Romanus for Demoniacks, and Saint Margaret for Women in Travel, and Faelicitas for such as are Barren. Lastly they have particular Saints for the safety of themselves, and their several sorts of Goods:
they have (as the old heathens had) particular propitious Spirits, and Orators for particular Diseases and Griefs; as Cornelius for the Falling Sickness, Barbara against sudden Death, Liberius for the Stone, Apollonia for the Toothache, Otilia for Soar eyes, Roche against the Plague, Petronilla for the Fever, Saint John and Saint Bennet against Poison, Saint Antony for the Erysipelas, Romanus for Demoniacs, and Saint Margaret for Women in Travel, and Faelicitas for such as Are Barren. Lastly they have particular Saints for the safety of themselves, and their several sorts of Goods:
They have Antony for their Swine, Wendeline for their Sheep, Pelagius for their Oxen, Saint Gall for their Geese, Saint Loy for their Horses, Ʋrban for their Vineyards, Agatha against Fires, Saint Michael and Saint George against all their Enemies.
They have Antony for their Swine, Wendeline for their Sheep, Pelagius for their Oxen, Faint Gall for their Geese, Faint Loy for their Horses, Ʋrban for their Vineyards, Agatha against Fires, Saint Michael and Saint George against all their Enemies.
These Instances I have collected, not so much out of a design to render their Religion ridiculous, as to open the eyes of those ignorant People, who are deluded by crafty and evil Men, and whom I pity with my Soul. Alas!
These Instances I have collected, not so much out of a Design to render their Religion ridiculous, as to open the eyes of those ignorant People, who Are deluded by crafty and evil Men, and whom I pity with my Soul. Alas!
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miserable were those Creatures in the Apostles time, who were taught by Hereticks to pray unto Angels, to invocate and conside in Angels, as their Mediators and Patrons in the Court of Heaven:
miserable were those Creatures in the Apostles time, who were taught by Heretics to pray unto Angels, to invocate and Consider in Angels, as their Mediators and Patrons in the Court of Heaven:
but (God help them) how miserable are those poor Souls, I now speak of, who are taught to do this, and much more! Not only to adore and depend on those that are indeed Ministring Spirits, but moreover to worship and repose their trust (both for their present and eternal safety) in little (and many times very naughty) Creatures, whose names they are pleased for their Interest sake,
but (God help them) how miserable Are those poor Souls, I now speak of, who Are taught to do this, and much more! Not only to adore and depend on those that Are indeed Ministering Spirits, but moreover to worship and repose their trust (both for their present and Eternal safety) in little (and many times very naughty) Creatures, whose names they Are pleased for their Interest sake,
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But they have taken their Copy from the Religion of those, whom Saint Paul speaketh of in my Text, that had strong delusions sent them, that they should believe a Lie,
But they have taken their Copy from the Religion of those, whom Saint Paul speaks of in my Text, that had strong delusions sent them, that they should believe a Lie,
ANCIENT and MODERN DELUSIONS, Discoursed of in three SERMONS Upon 2 THES. 2. 11. SERM. III. 2. THES. 2. 11. And for this cause God shall send them strong Delusion, that they should believe a Lye.
ANCIENT and MODERN DELUSIONS, Discoursed of in three SERMONS Upon 2 THESE. 2. 11. SERMON. III. 2. THESE. 2. 11. And for this cause God shall send them strong Delusion, that they should believe a Lie.
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FOR, Fourthly, there is yet another thing observable of those Deceivers in the dayes of the Apostles, that they pretended to great Austerities of Life, in mortifying their Flesh, and disciplining their Bodies, and abridging themselves of that Liberty which God had allowed in the use of his Creatures.
FOR, Fourthly, there is yet Another thing observable of those Deceivers in the days of the Apostles, that they pretended to great Austerities of Life, in mortifying their Flesh, and disciplining their Bodies, and abridging themselves of that Liberty which God had allowed in the use of his Creatures.
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S. Paul takes notice in two several places, that they forbad to marry, and commanded to obstain from meats, 1 Tim. 4. 3. and that they neglected the body by observing these humane Ordinances, touch not, taste not, handle not, Col. 2. 21. They pretended to be more perfect and Holy than other men, in using those severities towards the Body, which others neither did,
S. Paul Takes notice in two several places, that they forbade to marry, and commanded to obtain from Meats, 1 Tim. 4. 3. and that they neglected the body by observing these humane Ordinances, touch not, taste not, handle not, Col. 2. 21. They pretended to be more perfect and Holy than other men, in using those severities towards the Body, which Others neither did,
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These things have indeed a shew of Wisdome, saith the Apostle, Col. 2. 23. and 1 Tim. 4. 2. He gave these Deceivers this Character, that they spake Lyes in Hypocrisie; abused the World by pretences of extraordinary Sanctity and Mortification, because they were so strict in these outward observances.
These things have indeed a show of Wisdom, Says the Apostle, Col. 2. 23. and 1 Tim. 4. 2. He gave these Deceivers this Character, that they spoke Lies in Hypocrisy; abused the World by pretences of extraordinary Sanctity and Mortification, Because they were so strict in these outward observances.
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And are not the Modern Severities, which the Romanists lay so much stress upon, so many Apish Resemblances of these Ancient Delusions? Their forbidding all Monastick persons and Clergy-men to Marry,
And Are not the Modern Severities, which the Romanists lay so much stress upon, so many Apish Resemblances of these Ancient Delusions? Their forbidding all Monastic Persons and Clergymen to Marry,
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The Case, I confess, in some respects is not altogether the same, and yet in other respects it is not altogether different. It is not the same on this account, because some Ancient Deceivers condemned Marriage as one of the Devils works,
The Case, I confess, in Some respects is not altogether the same, and yet in other respects it is not altogether different. It is not the same on this account, Because Some Ancient Deceivers condemned Marriage as one of the Devils works,
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and therefore was evil naturally and intrinsically. This the Papists do deny as we do; and they are very proud of this Evasion, and make use of it against us,
and Therefore was evil naturally and intrinsically. This the Papists do deny as we do; and they Are very proud of this Evasion, and make use of it against us,
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when we dispute against their superstitions; even as Tertullian did, disputing against the Church in his book, de Jejunio, when he was a Montanist. This is agreed upon on all hands, against the first Hereticks, that every Creature of God is good,
when we dispute against their superstitions; even as Tertullian did, disputing against the Church in his book, de Jejunio, when he was a Montanist. This is agreed upon on all hands, against the First Heretics, that every Creature of God is good,
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For they granted the use of Gods Creatures to be lawful in it self; but yet they conceived the forbearance of their Liberty to be a very meritorious Act of Self-denial, a great piece of of perfection, and such a direct Act of worship as was very acceptable and pleasing unto God.
For they granted the use of God's Creatures to be lawful in it self; but yet they conceived the forbearance of their Liberty to be a very meritorious Act of Self-denial, a great piece of of perfection, and such a Direct Act of worship as was very acceptable and pleasing unto God.
S. Paul, in 1 Tim. 4. 8. speaking of NONLATINALPHABET, bodily exercise, as a thing of little profit, doth plainly glance at the fooleries of those men, who placed Religion in bodily castigatigations, in abstaining from certain meats and drinks, and from Marriage; although they did not look upon these things as NONLATINALPHABET, abominable in their own nature;
S. Paul, in 1 Tim. 4. 8. speaking of, bodily exercise, as a thing of little profit, does plainly glance At the fooleries of those men, who placed Religion in bodily castigatigations, in abstaining from certain Meats and drinks, and from Marriage; although they did not look upon these things as, abominable in their own nature;
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but refrained from them (as divers did) NONLATINALPHABET, for Discipline sake, supposing this abstinence to be an Exercise of Piety, and kind of Mortification and Humility, that would purchase and merit the Divine favour.
but refrained from them (as diverse did), for Discipline sake, supposing this abstinence to be an Exercise of Piety, and kind of Mortification and Humility, that would purchase and merit the Divine favour.
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And, in Col. 2. 23. although he calls this neglecting of the body, will-worship and humility (as those superstitious wretches did) yet he tells us, that these are onely the Commandments and Doctrines of men, NONLATINALPHABET, which tended to corrupt practices by the abuse of them.
And, in Col. 2. 23. although he calls this neglecting of the body, will-worship and humility (as those superstitious wretches did) yet he tells us, that these Are only the commandments and Doctrines of men,, which tended to corrupt practices by the abuse of them.
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These things had indeed in them a shew of Wisdome, as being borrowed of some Philosophers (for which reason he saith, beware least any spoil you through Philosophy and vain deceit, vers. 8.) but yet they were onely specious, not real or substantial services.
These things had indeed in them a show of Wisdom, as being borrowed of Some Philosophers (for which reason he Says, beware lest any spoil you through Philosophy and vain deceit, vers. 8.) but yet they were only specious, not real or substantial services.
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And are not those little things, so religiously practised, and so wonderfully applauded by the Church of Rome (such as wallowing on the ground, a Penitential shift, going bare-foot to a Sepulchre or a Shrine, whippings in the Time of Lent, the wearing of S. Francis his habit, and especially the choice of some meats, as if it were a mortal sin to eat others,
And Are not those little things, so religiously practised, and so wonderfully applauded by the Church of Room (such as wallowing on the ground, a Penitential shift, going barefoot to a Sepulchre or a Shrine, whippings in the Time of Lent, the wearing of S. Francis his habit, and especially the choice of Some Meats, as if it were a Mortal since to eat Others,
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and the forbiding of Priests marriage, because they that are in the Flesh cannot please God (as Pope Siricius insolently affirmed) I say are not these pettite and superstitions observations imposed upon the Conscience as necessary and meritorious Acts, a perfect Copy and Transcript of Ordinances, that were condemned of Old? Though many are such Fops as to receive them for Catholick Traditions,
and the forbidding of Priests marriage, Because they that Are in the Flesh cannot please God (as Pope Siricius insolently affirmed) I say Are not these pettite and superstitions observations imposed upon the Conscience as necessary and meritorious Acts, a perfect Copy and Transcript of Ordinances, that were condemned of Old? Though many Are such Fops as to receive them for Catholic Traditions,
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yet that the opinion of their merit or necessity is a gross and palpable Delusion, may be easily evinced by observing what St. Paul himself said in the beginning with reference to these matters.
yet that the opinion of their merit or necessity is a gross and palpable Delusion, may be Easily evinced by observing what Saint Paul himself said in the beginning with Referente to these matters.
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For : 1. Bodily exercise profiteth little, in comparison of that Piety which consisteth in the renovation of the heart, and the Crucifixion of the Old man.
For: 1. Bodily exercise profiteth little, in comparison of that Piety which Consisteth in the renovation of the heart, and the Crucifixion of the Old man.
The Kingdome of God is not meat and drink, but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost, Rom. 14. 17. 2. These frothy and insignificant Practices are so distant from the Rules of solid Religion, that they are indeed the very scum of Heathenism, the Elements and Rudiments of the World, as S. Paul speaks, Col. 2. 8, 20. For so S. Jerome tells us, out of Cheraemon the Stoick, touching the Priests in Egypt; and out of Eubulus, touching the Priests of Mithras in Persia; and out of Philo and Josephus, touching the Essenes (which some think that S. Paul pointeth to especially,) out of Xenocrates, touching the Athenians, and out of Euripides touching the Cretians, though they were Gluttons: And the like we find related of several Heathens more by other Authors;
The Kingdom of God is not meat and drink, but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost, Rom. 14. 17. 2. These frothy and insignificant Practices Are so distant from the Rules of solid Religion, that they Are indeed the very scum of Heathenism, the Elements and Rudiments of the World, as S. Paul speaks, Col. 2. 8, 20. For so S. Jerome tells us, out of Cheraemon the Stoic, touching the Priests in Egypt; and out of Eubulus, touching the Priests of Mithras in Persiam; and out of Philo and Josephus, touching the Essenes (which Some think that S. Paul pointeth to especially,) out of Xenocrates, touching the Athenians, and out of Euripides touching the Cretians, though they were Gluttons: And the like we find related of several heathens more by other Authors;
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that they were wont to change their garments, and lie upon the bare Earth, and for several days to abstain from conjugal enjoyments, from Wine and Flesh,
that they were wont to change their garments, and lie upon the bore Earth, and for several days to abstain from conjugal enjoyments, from Wine and Flesh,
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and that when they took their Repast, they did it very moderately, and upon very light diet, contenting themselves with bread, and hearbs and pulse, and things of the like nature; and all this, supposing, that by these outward castigations and severities, they should make the Gods favourable and propitious unto them.
and that when they took their Repast, they did it very moderately, and upon very Light diet, contenting themselves with bred, and herbs and pulse, and things of the like nature; and all this, supposing, that by these outward castigations and severities, they should make the God's favourable and propitious unto them.
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3. And yet, S. Paul calls all this Hypocrisie, (or vain ostentation) 1 Tim. 4. A character, which though it was given by the Apostle, of the Impostors in his Time, those Spirits of Errour, those Apostates from the Faith, who had their Consciences seared with an hot Iron;
3. And yet, S. Paul calls all this Hypocrisy, (or vain ostentation) 1 Tim. 4. A character, which though it was given by the Apostle, of the Impostors in his Time, those Spirits of Error, those Apostates from the Faith, who had their Consciences seared with an hight Iron;
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For they make marriage unlawful to those, in whom fornication is counted no sin: They call it fasting when they forbear Flesh, tho they surfeit with the most delicate Fish, and the most generous Wines: And so they have found out a very lucky way to fast, and yet to fare as sumptuously, as any Scholar of Epicurus or Apicius could wish to do;
For they make marriage unlawful to those, in whom fornication is counted no since: They call it fasting when they forbear Flesh, though they surfeit with the most delicate Fish, and the most generous Wines: And so they have found out a very lucky Way to fast, and yet to fare as sumptuously, as any Scholar of Epicurus or Apicius could wish to do;
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and to call themselves so many mortified Saints, and yet even these were Cheats and Deceivers, who abused silly people, that for their sins were delivered up to strong Delusions, that they should believe a Lie.
and to call themselves so many mortified Saints, and yet even these were Cheats and Deceivers, who abused silly people, that for their Sins were Delivered up to strong Delusions, that they should believe a Lie.
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that notwithstanding their specious and popular pretensions, they were given to such licentious courses, and corrupted the World with such impious and damnable doctrines as brought a Reproach upon Christianity,
that notwithstanding their specious and popular pretensions, they were given to such licentious courses, and corrupted the World with such impious and damnable doctrines as brought a Reproach upon Christianity,
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They taught, that men might tell any lies for their safety, and to avoid danger might equivocate, and deny the Faith of Christ with their mouths, so they did not do it in their hearts.
They taught, that men might tell any lies for their safety, and to avoid danger might equivocate, and deny the Faith of christ with their mouths, so they did not do it in their hearts.
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They taught, that it was lawful to betray and persecute those Christians that were sincere and steddy, and that it was a piece of good service unto God, even to kill them.
They taught, that it was lawful to betray and persecute those Christians that were sincere and steady, and that it was a piece of good service unto God, even to kill them.
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They taught, that Incest, and Adultery, and Fornication were empty words, and that the most villainous sorts of Lust had nothing of Sin or Impurity in them.
They taught, that Incest, and Adultery, and Fornication were empty words, and that the most villainous sorts of Lust had nothing of since or Impurity in them.
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In a word, they did not stick at any thing that was evil, but were such Patrons of all manner of wickedness, that in many places of Scripture they are called, Wolves, Dogs, Blasphemers, Traitors, Lovers of pleasures, house-creepers, and enticers of silly women laden with sins, despisers of government, separatists, sensualists, filthy dreamers, scoffers walking after their own lusts, turning the Grace of God into lasciviousness,
In a word, they did not stick At any thing that was evil, but were such Patrons of all manner of wickedness, that in many places of Scripture they Are called, Wolves, Dogs, Blasphemers, Traitors, Lovers of pleasures, House-creepers, and enticers of silly women laden with Sins, despisers of government, separatists, sensualists, filthy dreamers, scoffers walking After their own Lustiest, turning the Grace of God into lasciviousness,
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And now to draw a Parellel between them and the modern Romanists, a man might wonder, that they, who cry up Good Works to the Skyes, should be the Teachers of such things as are quite contrary to Godliness,
And now to draw a Parallel between them and the modern Romanists, a man might wonder, that they, who cry up Good Works to the Skies, should be the Teachers of such things as Are quite contrary to Godliness,
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But here lyes one main peice of Sophistry, that by Good Works they mean, the hearing of Mass, the mumbling over some Ave Maryes and Pater Nosters, abstinence from Flesh at certain times,
But Here lies one main piece of Sophistry, that by Good Works they mean, the hearing of Mass, the mumbling over Some Have Maryes and Pater Noster's, abstinence from Flesh At certain times,
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and such like Acts of obedience to the Laws of their Church. But as for those Vertues which are morally, and eternally necessary, as Love, Humility, Subjection, Charity and the rest, they lay so little stress upon them, that they suppose them to be dispensable, and of no great moment.
and such like Acts of Obedience to the Laws of their Church. But as for those Virtues which Are morally, and eternally necessary, as Love, Humility, Subjection, Charity and the rest, they lay so little stress upon them, that they suppose them to be dispensable, and of no great moment.
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or forbidding that which is a Virtue, the Church is bound to believe vices to be good, and virtues to be evil. And so he saith elsewhere, that Christ gave unto Peter (and in him to his Successors) full power to make that a sin, which is not sin,
or forbidding that which is a Virtue, the Church is bound to believe vices to be good, and Virtues to be evil. And so he Says elsewhere, that christ gave unto Peter (and in him to his Successors) full power to make that a since, which is not since,
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Yet this is the Principle which the Romanists do go upon, and take for granted, that let their Popes teach what they will, it must be true, let them forbid what they will, it must be evil; let them require what they will, it must be good; and let them dispense with what they will, it must be lawful, even in foro interno in the Court of Conscience.
Yet this is the Principle which the Romanists do go upon, and take for granted, that let their Popes teach what they will, it must be true, let them forbid what they will, it must be evil; let them require what they will, it must be good; and let them dispense with what they will, it must be lawful, even in foro interno in the Court of Conscience.
Now, do but observe what are the things, which those precious Infallible Guides teach? Why, that men may be saved by the Merits of Saints, and so need not work out their own Salvation; that they are justified before God,
Now, do but observe what Are the things, which those precious Infallible Guides teach? Why, that men may be saved by the Merits of Saints, and so need not work out their own Salvation; that they Are justified before God,
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that if they die in the guilt of any Venial Sins, they shall go no further than Purgatory, and shall soon be sent thence into Heaven by a good Legacy, by a few Masses, and by the Popes indulgence;
that if they die in the guilt of any Venial Sins, they shall go no further than Purgatory, and shall soon be sent thence into Heaven by a good Legacy, by a few Masses, and by the Popes indulgence;
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what is it which they do forbid? Why, to be in Charity with those whom they call Hereticks, to hearken to their Counsels and Arguments, to discourse with them about matters of Religion, to look into their Bibles,
what is it which they do forbid? Why, to be in Charity with those whom they call Heretics, to harken to their Counsels and Arguments, to discourse with them about matters of Religion, to look into their Bibles,
and to examine the ground of their own Faith, and whatsoever else tendeth to the prejudice of the Roman Cause, is utterly forbidden under the pain of a Curse.
and to examine the ground of their own Faith, and whatsoever Else tendeth to the prejudice of the Roman Cause, is utterly forbidden under the pain of a Curse.
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but were very earnest for whatsoever was utterly unlawful; so these, while they tye men up from things that are honest and laudable, do not only let them loose, but drive them also to things, which the Laws of God and of Nature have severely interdicted. They require them to resign up their Senses, Reason and Consciences into their hands;
but were very earnest for whatsoever was utterly unlawful; so these, while they tie men up from things that Are honest and laudable, do not only let them lose, but drive them also to things, which the Laws of God and of Nature have severely interdicted. They require them to resign up their Senses, Reason and Consciences into their hands;
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and if by Providence they be detested, to Lie strenuously, and to forswear the Fact, and to protest their Innocence with the most bitter Execrations, even at the last minute, when their Souls are immediately to appear before that righteous Judge, who is is the searcher of the heart. And of the same nature are those things which they allow and dispence with.
and if by Providence they be detested, to Lie strenuously, and to forswear the Fact, and to protest their Innocence with the most bitter Execrations, even At the last minute, when their Souls Are immediately to appear before that righteous Judge, who is is the searcher of the heart. And of the same nature Are those things which they allow and dispense with.
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and a more full account may be seen in their Taxa Camera, a Book publickly printed, of which their own Espenaeus saith, that it is a Book, in which a Man may learn more wickedness,
and a more full account may be seen in their Taxa Camera, a Book publicly printed, of which their own Espenaeus Says, that it is a Book, in which a Man may Learn more wickedness,
and to all an Absolution, for the greatest and most horrid Sins. It is no wonder to me that the Romanists generally are such vile, inhumane, and more than Barbarous creatures, having Consciences seared with an hot iron;
and to all an Absolution, for the greatest and most horrid Sins. It is no wonder to me that the Romanists generally Are such vile, inhumane, and more than Barbarous creatures, having Consciences seared with an hight iron;
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especially the Italians, who live near the Receipt of Custome, and under the Nose of that monstrous Head of the Church, who can make Villany, Nothing. And I am confident, that no Leviathans, whether of former or later Ages, have bred so many Atheists, as that Church which calls her self Catholick, and takes upon her to remove all boundaries of good and evil,
especially the Italians, who live near the Receipt of Custom, and under the Nose of that monstrous Head of the Church, who can make Villainy, Nothing. And I am confident, that no Leviathans, whither of former or later Ages, have bred so many Atheists, as that Church which calls her self Catholic, and Takes upon her to remove all boundaries of good and evil,
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and either to command or to allow whatsoever is contrary to Eternal Reason, repugnant to Gods Word, injurious to all Civil Societies, shamefull to Mankind, scandalous to Religion,
and either to command or to allow whatsoever is contrary to Eternal Reason, repugnant to God's Word, injurious to all Civil Societies, shameful to Mankind, scandalous to Religion,
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and destructive of its very Being and Nature. Certainly that Character did never better befit any other Sect, which Saint Paul gave of the old Gnosticks, that they had the form of Godliness,
and destructive of its very Being and Nature. Certainly that Character did never better befit any other Sect, which Saint Paul gave of the old Gnostics, that they had the from of Godliness,
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6. And yet lastly, it is observable of those old Deceivers, that they pretended Miracles, and vied with the Apostles themselves in working Wonders, thinking to make their Delusions plausible by the same means and methods, which served at first for the confirmation of the Gospel. All ancient Ecclesiastical Writers have observed, that the first Impostors were Magicians; and that by inchantments,
6. And yet lastly, it is observable of those old Deceivers, that they pretended Miracles, and vied with the Apostles themselves in working Wonders, thinking to make their Delusions plausible by the same means and methods, which served At First for the confirmation of the Gospel. All ancient Ecclesiastical Writers have observed, that the First Impostors were Magicians; and that by enchantments,
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and the help of the Devil, they did many things which past for Miracles. We read of Simon the first Heretick, and the Father of those Sorcerers, that he did flie in the air; that he made Statues to walk, and move like men; and that he would cast himself into the flames,
and the help of the devil, they did many things which passed for Miracles. We read of Simon the First Heretic, and the Father of those Sorcerers, that he did fly in the air; that he made Statues to walk, and move like men; and that he would cast himself into the flames,
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and then he pretended, that some of Christs blood had dropt into the Chalice. And many more instances might be reckoned up, had I but time to search into Antiquity.
and then he pretended, that Some of Christ blood had dropped into the Chalice. And many more instances might be reckoned up, had I but time to search into Antiquity.
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It sufficeth, what Saint Paul saith expresly of these Apostates, that tho they taught Doctrines of Devils, yet their coming was after the working of Satan, with all power,
It Suffices, what Saint Paul Says expressly of these Apostates, that though they taught Doctrines of Devils, yet their coming was After the working of Satan, with all power,
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and signs, and lying wonders, in this 2 Thess. 2. 9. NONLATINALPHABET, as St. Chrysostome notes; with such wonders, as either were Impostures, or tended to confirm an Imposture.
and Signs, and lying wonders, in this 2 Thess 2. 9., as Saint Chrysostom notes; with such wonders, as either were Impostors, or tended to confirm an Imposture.
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and were not the World fraughted with variety of Legends, and thousands of Stories touching Miracles done at the Shrines and by the Reliques of Saints;
and were not the World fraughted with variety of Legends, and thousands of Stories touching Miracles done At the Shrines and by the Relics of Saints;
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it would be the greatest Prodigy to me, that in these dayes, Men should have the confidence to talk of Miracles, since the Truth of Religion hath been so abundantly confirmed.
it would be the greatest Prodigy to me, that in these days, Men should have the confidence to talk of Miracles, since the Truth of Religion hath been so abundantly confirmed.
Yet such is the Folly and Impudence of the Church of Rome, that they are not asham'd to fill our ears with such Comical Stories (many of them fabulous, many ridiculous,
Yet such is the Folly and Impudence of the Church of Rome, that they Are not ashamed to fill our ears with such Comical Stories (many of them fabulous, many ridiculous,
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But my business is briefly to shew, that these are strong Delusions, however some credulous and silly people do believe them as firmly as the very Creed.
But my business is briefly to show, that these Are strong Delusions, however Some credulous and silly people do believe them as firmly as the very Creed.
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but by the immediate hand of God alone. Others again are improperly so called, rather Prodigies than true Miracles, such as are not effected by any natural and ordinary causes here among us, but by some invisible created Spirits, who, by Gods permission, produce such supernatural effects,
but by the immediate hand of God alone. Others again Are improperly so called, rather Prodigies than true Miracles, such as Are not effected by any natural and ordinary Causes Here among us, but by Some invisible created Spirits, who, by God's permission, produce such supernatural effects,
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Of this sort was those wrought of old by the Egyptian Sorcerers, in Exod. 7. 2. Miracles are not to be heeded without Consideration had of those Doctrines, which they are intended to confirm.
Of this sort was those wrought of old by the Egyptian Sorcerers, in Exod 7. 2. Miracles Are not to be heeded without Consideration had of those Doctrines, which they Are intended to confirm.
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For if they serve to promote Idolatry, or to rob God of any of his Honor (things plainly condemned by the Holy Ghost in Scripture) they are to be rejected without further examination;
For if they serve to promote Idolatry, or to rob God of any of his Honour (things plainly condemned by the Holy Ghost in Scripture) they Are to be rejected without further examination;
it being not to be supposed, that God will contradict himself, or set his Seal to a Lie; but rather to be Believed, that he doth only permit Angels or Devils to shew such wonders for the probation and tryal of Mens Faith,
it being not to be supposed, that God will contradict himself, or Set his Seal to a Lie; but rather to be Believed, that he does only permit Angels or Devils to show such wonders for the probation and trial of Men's Faith,
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and giveth thee a sign or a wonder, and the sign or the wonder come to pass, whereof he spake unto thee, saying let us go after other Gods, and serve them;
and gives thee a Signen or a wonder, and the Signen or the wonder come to pass, whereof he spoke unto thee, saying let us go After other God's, and serve them;
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1. That the signs and wonders, which the Church of Rome boasteth of, are not in any wise true Miracles, done by the power of God, wherewith Christ and his Apostles were indued;
1. That the Signs and wonders, which the Church of Room boasts of, Are not in any wise true Miracles, done by the power of God, wherewith christ and his Apostles were endued;
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why do they not shew Ʋs the finger of God, who are ready to resist their Doctrines and Practices even unto Blood? and besides it is to be considered, that how great soever their pretended Miracles are, we will shew them as great, which have been done by unbelievers, not only by the Aegyptians, but also by Apollonius Tyaneus, by Vespasian and other Roman Emperors, and by Accius Navius, a Pagan, of whom Apuleius, tells us, that he divided a Stone with a Razor.
why do they not show Ʋs the finger of God, who Are ready to resist their Doctrines and Practices even unto Blood? and beside it is to be considered, that how great soever their pretended Miracles Are, we will show them as great, which have been done by unbelievers, not only by the egyptians, but also by Apollonius Tyaneus, by Vespasian and other Roman Emperor's, and by Accius Navius, a Pagan, of whom Apuleius, tells us, that he divided a Stone with a Razor.
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It is observable, that when the Roman Doctors would prove the verity of the Articles of our Common Creed, they talk not of Miracles, but have recourse unto the Scriptures. But seeing they can find nothing there, which countenanceth the worshipping of Relicks and Images and the like, they appeal always to strange and mighty works, pretended to have been done by such and such a Saint, to give warrant to their Superstitions and Idolatry.
It is observable, that when the Roman Doctors would prove the verity of the Articles of our Common Creed, they talk not of Miracles, but have recourse unto the Scriptures. But seeing they can find nothing there, which Countenanceth the worshipping of Relics and Images and the like, they appeal always to strange and mighty works, pretended to have been done by such and such a Saint, to give warrant to their Superstitions and Idolatry.
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and therefore it is presumable, that they are Impostures and Cheats put upon men by the Father of Lies, thereby to advance the Interest of his Kingdome.
and Therefore it is presumable, that they Are Impostors and Cheats put upon men by the Father of Lies, thereby to advance the Interest of his Kingdom.
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either to bring their Monasteries and Orders into veneration, or to encourage the Invocations of Saints, or to bring honour to the Mass, or to promote the adoration of the Host, or the Cross, or the like monstrous Innovations. So they tell us, that St. Antony was heard at two miles distance, while he was preaching;
either to bring their Monasteries and Order into veneration, or to encourage the Invocations of Saints, or to bring honour to the Mass, or to promote the adoration of the Host, or the Cross, or the like monstrous Innovations. So they tell us, that Saint Antony was herd At two miles distance, while he was preaching;
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and cured a Spaniard of Mendoza of the black Ague; — That St. Xavier having dropt his Crucifix into the Sea to allay a Tempest, recovered it again by the ministery of a Crab-Fish, that carried it many leagues,
and cured a Spaniard of Mendoza of the black Ague; — That Saint Xavier having dropped his Crucifix into the Sea to allay a Tempest, recovered it again by the Ministry of a Crab-Fish, that carried it many leagues,
and that they come so far short of those signs and wonders, which the more cunning Gnosticks did work of old, that the only great Miracle is, that people should be so void of sense, and common Reason, as to give credit to them.
and that they come so Far short of those Signs and wonders, which the more cunning Gnostics did work of old, that the only great Miracle is, that people should be so void of sense, and Common Reason, as to give credit to them.
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From all that hath been spoken upon this subject, we may see in short, what little Reason these fine Christians have to call themselves Catholicks, and the only Catholicks in the World;
From all that hath been spoken upon this Subject, we may see in short, what little Reason these fine Christians have to call themselves Catholics, and the only Catholics in the World;
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and for a what strange and sottish Religion it is, that Cities must be fired, and Magistrates murthered, and Princes destroyed, and Kingdomes divided, and the World turned upside down.
and for a what strange and sottish Religion it is, that Cities must be fired, and Magistrates murdered, and Princes destroyed, and Kingdoms divided, and the World turned upside down.
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Whereas he is a true Catholick, that holdeth the Catholick doctrine, the Faith that once was delivered unto the Saints, the Sum whereof is comprised in the Apostles Creed, which is indeed the true Catholick Faith;
Whereas he is a true Catholic, that holds the Catholic Doctrine, the Faith that once was Delivered unto the Saints, the Sum whereof is comprised in the Apostles Creed, which is indeed the true Catholic Faith;
and yet will be so insolent as to call these corruptions by the name of Catholick verities; although it be made to appear, that they have ransaked the graves of Old Hereticks, and even raked Hell it self, to patch up that goodly model, which they would obtrude upon the World.
and yet will be so insolent as to call these corruptions by the name of Catholic verities; although it be made to appear, that they have ransacked the graves of Old Heretics, and even raked Hell it self, to patch up that goodly model, which they would obtrude upon the World.
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Of the Simonians they have learned to pretend Infallibility, to worship Images, to worship Angels, to call upon Mediators, to prohibite Marriage, to enjoyn the choice of meats, to debauch the World; and as a colour for all their Intollerable Usurpations, to pretend Miracles. To which I might add further, that they have learned of the Marcaeta to call Wine Blood; of the Montanists, to make Laws of fasting;
Of the Simonians they have learned to pretend Infallibility, to worship Images, to worship Angels, to call upon Mediators, to prohibit Marriage, to enjoin the choice of Meats, to debauch the World; and as a colour for all their Intolerable Usurpations, to pretend Miracles. To which I might add further, that they have learned of the Marcaeta to call Wine Blood; of the Montanists, to make Laws of fasting;
of the Pelagians, to Preach up a possibility of absolute Perfection; of the Collyridians to offer up Cakes to the Virgin Mary; of the Armenians, to worship the Cross; of Petrus Gnaphaeus to make Prayers unto Saints;
of the Pelagians, to Preach up a possibility of absolute Perfection; of the Collyridians to offer up Cakes to the Virgae Marry; of the Armenians, to worship the Cross; of Peter Gnaphaeus to make Prayers unto Saints;
and they have followed very fine Guides, the very worst of Christians (if I may so call them) and such as the Catholick Church hath marked and condemned for Hereticks. And now let God be judge between us and them, where the Delusions lie,
and they have followed very fine Guides, the very worst of Christians (if I may so call them) and such as the Catholic Church hath marked and condemned for Heretics. And now let God be judge between us and them, where the Delusions lie,
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