Popery, the grand apostasie being the substance of certain sermons preached on 2 Thes. 2, v.1 to 12 on occasion of the discovery of that desparate plot of the papists against the King, kingdom and the Protestant religion / by John Troughton ...
and [ that ] man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition, &c. THese words begin a new discourse, and contain an earnest obtestation to the Thessalonians not to be troubled at the Doctrine of some, that the day of Christ, viz. his second coming, was at hand:
and [ that ] man of since be revealed, the son of perdition, etc. THese words begin a new discourse, and contain an earnest obtestation to the Thessalonians not to be troubled At the Doctrine of Some, that the day of christ, viz. his second coming, was At hand:
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and would give great occasion to Atheistical mockers to think and say Christ would never come, seeing his coming was so long delaied beyond expectation of his servants;
and would give great occasion to Atheistical mockers to think and say christ would never come, seeing his coming was so long delayed beyond expectation of his Servants;
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and consequently that all the Gospel was a fable, and Religion vain, which also was foretold, 2 Pet. 3. v. 3, 4. In the last days shall come Scoffers, walking after their own lusts, saying Where is the promise of his coming? for since the Fathers fell asleep all things continue as they were.
and consequently that all the Gospel was a fable, and Religion vain, which also was foretold, 2 Pet. 3. v. 3, 4. In the last days shall come Scoffers, walking After their own Lustiest, saying Where is the promise of his coming? for since the Father's fell asleep all things continue as they were.
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and our gathering to him, i. e. that you may not bring this Doctrine of Christs coming into Question when the world shall see you are mistaken in the time when you looked for it.
and our gathering to him, i. e. that you may not bring this Doctrine of Christ coming into Question when the world shall see you Are mistaken in the time when you looked for it.
That you be not soon shaken, NONLATINALPHABET, i. e. That you be not unsetled or made to fluctuate in your minds, NONLATINALPHABET, nor be perplexed. This is the obtestation.
That you be not soon shaken,, i. e. That you be not unsettled or made to fluctuate in your minds,, nor be perplexed. This is the obtestation.
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Next the Apostle signifies the means, how this perplexing Doctrine was introduced amongst them: viz. By spirit, by word, or by pretence of his Epistle, v. 2.
Next the Apostle signifies the means, how this perplexing Doctrine was introduced among them: viz. By Spirit, by word, or by pretence of his Epistle, v. 2.
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he entereth upon the confutation of this opinion, telling them that Christ would not come, till there had been an Apostasie in the Church, NONLATINALPHABET, it is an Ellipsis, wherein something for brevity sake is omitted:
he entereth upon the confutation of this opinion, telling them that christ would not come, till there had been an Apostasy in the Church,, it is an Ellipsis, wherein something for brevity sake is omitted:
The Church of old under Moses, immediately after their deliverance out of Egypt, and their receiving the Law from God by an audible voice, did presently return to the Idolatry of Egypt in the worship of the Golden Calf, Ex. 32.1, 2. though they had obliged themselves to the Lord by Covenant, a few days before, chap. 24.3, 6, 7, &c. And all his time he was wearied with their ill carriage.
The Church of old under Moses, immediately After their deliverance out of Egypt, and their receiving the Law from God by an audible voice, did presently return to the Idolatry of Egypt in the worship of the Golden Calf, Ex. 32.1, 2. though they had obliged themselves to the Lord by Covenant, a few days before, chap. 24.3, 6, 7, etc. And all his time he was wearied with their ill carriage.
And in the times of the Prophets, there were usually false Prophets seducing the people, 2 Pet. 2.1. Our Saviour foretold false Christs and false Prophets should arise soon after his days, Mat. 24.24.
And in the times of the prophets, there were usually false prophets seducing the people, 2 Pet. 2.1. Our Saviour foretold false Christ and false prophets should arise soon After his days, Mathew 24.24.
even denying the Lord that bought them, and that many should follow their pernicious ways, 2 Pet. 2.1, 2. The Primitive times, as they were most happy.
even denying the Lord that bought them, and that many should follow their pernicious ways, 2 Pet. 2.1, 2. The Primitive times, as they were most happy.
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It appears by their Epistles, that the Apostles had no sooner planted Churches, but the weeds of errors and opinions did straight ways spring up amongst them:
It appears by their Epistles, that the Apostles had no sooner planted Churches, but the weeds of errors and opinions did straight ways spring up among them:
When God did afford his spirit in extraordinary gifts and revelations to his Prophets and Apostles, there never wanted men who pretended to the same spirit,
When God did afford his Spirit in extraordinary Gifts and revelations to his prophets and Apostles, there never wanted men who pretended to the same Spirit,
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and some weakly mistaking their own fancies and strong perswasions for dictates and inspirations of the Holy Ghost. 1 Joh. 4.1, 2. Believe not every spirit, but try the spirits, whether they are of God:
and Some weakly mistaking their own fancies and strong persuasions for dictates and inspirations of the Holy Ghost. 1 John 4.1, 2. Believe not every Spirit, but try the spirits, whither they Are of God:
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Thus a tradition was received, as coming from the mouth of Christ, that the beloved Disciple should not die, Joh. 21.22, 23. and is yet believed in the Greek Church who shew a place near Ephesus where they say that Apostle when old commanded himself to be buried alive;
Thus a tradition was received, as coming from the Mouth of christ, that the Beloved Disciple should not die, John 21.22, 23. and is yet believed in the Greek Church who show a place near Ephesus where they say that Apostle when old commanded himself to be buried alive;
St. Paul was often troubled by the Judaizing Christians, who would have kept up the ceremonial law, pretending the authority and practice of Peter, and other Apostles that lived among the Jews; which he refuteth at large, Gal. 2. And it appeareth by almost all Pauls Epistles that this tradition was importunately urged and scattered through all the Churches by that sort of men,
Saint Paul was often troubled by the Judaizing Christians, who would have kept up the ceremonial law, pretending the Authority and practice of Peter, and other Apostles that lived among the jews; which he refuteth At large, Gal. 2. And it appears by almost all Paul's Epistles that this tradition was importunately urged and scattered through all the Churches by that sort of men,
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even when the Apostles and Church of Jerusalem had declared, that they never commanded such doctrine to be preached, Acts 25.24. 3. Thirdly, By the pretence of Scripture, [ our Epistle in the text.
even when the Apostles and Church of Jerusalem had declared, that they never commanded such Doctrine to be preached, Acts 25.24. 3. Thirdly, By the pretence of Scripture, [ our Epistle in the text.
Of the former sort were the writings of the false Prophets among the Jews, and those fabulous Legends of Tobit, Judith, Susannah, &c. which were never received by the Jewish Church.
Of the former sort were the writings of the false prophets among the jews, and those fabulous Legends of Tobit, Judith, Susannah, etc. which were never received by the Jewish Church.
And such were the many suppositious writings in the primitive times, as the Gospel of Peter, Andrew, Thomas, Nicodemus, and almost of all the Apostles;
And such were the many suppositious writings in the primitive times, as the Gospel of Peter, Andrew, Thomas, Nicodemus, and almost of all the Apostles;
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Of the latter sort the Apostle speaketh 2 Pet. 3.15, 16. That there were many unlearned and unstable Christians who did wrest some hard places in Pauls Epistles and the other Scriptures to their own destruction;
Of the latter sort the Apostle speaks 2 Pet. 3.15, 16. That there were many unlearned and unstable Christians who did wrest Some hard places in Paul's Epistles and the other Scriptures to their own destruction;
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of this kind is this in the text as some suppose, that this opinion of Christs coming to judgment was rashly collected by some, from those words in the former Epistle to the Thes. ch. 4. v. 15. We that are alive and remain unto the coming of our Lord, shall not prevent those that are asleep:
of this kind is this in the text as Some suppose, that this opinion of Christ coming to judgement was rashly collected by Some, from those words in the former Epistle to the Thebes changed. 4. v. 15. We that Are alive and remain unto the coming of our Lord, shall not prevent those that Are asleep:
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These arts have been all along used to disturb the Church and to pervert souls. The Gnosticks, Montanus and Manes pretended their inspired revelations, and many others in latter ages.
These arts have been all along used to disturb the Church and to pervert Souls. The Gnostics, Montanus and Manes pretended their inspired revelations, and many Others in latter ages.
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Irenaeus and Tertullian tell us that many of the Hereticks of their days pretended traditions from one Apostle or other for their doctrine and practice;
Irnaeus and Tertullian tell us that many of the Heretics of their days pretended traditions from one Apostle or other for their Doctrine and practice;
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and Images is mainly built upon Revelations, dreams and apparitions. Lindanus ingenuously confessed that all those doctrines and practices wherein the Protestants do oppose them,
and Images is mainly built upon Revelations, dreams and apparitions. Lindanus ingenuously confessed that all those doctrines and practices wherein the Protestants do oppose them,
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Their doctrines of Purgatory, invocation of Angels, equivocations and dissemblings are proved by the book of Tobit, Judith, Susan. &c. The Apostles Canons, increased from 50 to 85, in the last age, do them great services in the matters of their discipline:
Their doctrines of Purgatory, invocation of Angels, equivocations and dissemblings Are proved by the book of Tobit, Judith, Susan. etc. The Apostles Canonas, increased from 50 to 85, in the last age, do them great services in the matters of their discipline:
But the most usual causes of errors are ignorance of the Scriptures, and of the principles of religion founded on them (which in the primitive times had a great occasion given it by the prejudicate opinions that new Converts brought from Judaisme and Paganisme,
But the most usual Causes of errors Are ignorance of the Scriptures, and of the principles of Religion founded on them (which in the primitive times had a great occasion given it by the prejudicate opinions that new Converts brought from Judaism and Paganism,
and from the new Testament not being fully written in a considerable time, and the several books thereof not gathered into one volume in a long space after) and chiefly corrupt affections:
and from the new Testament not being Fully written in a considerable time, and the several books thereof not gathered into one volume in a long Molle After) and chiefly corrupt affections:
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And if there be not a standing and learned Ministry, Apocryphal Scriptures, and false interpretations of Scripture will easily beguile the unskilful and hinder the edification of the more wise.
And if there be not a standing and learned Ministry, Apocryphal Scriptures, and false interpretations of Scripture will Easily beguile the unskilful and hinder the edification of the more wise.
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The Apostles and Apostolical men were infallible, and yet this will not prevent errors and Heresies of the highest nature either in their own or in the next succeeding ages.
The Apostles and Apostolical men were infallible, and yet this will not prevent errors and Heresies of the highest nature either in their own or in the next succeeding ages.
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An infallible head or guide will not secure the Church from errors and divisions, unless all the people be infallible likewise, certainly able to discern the truth declared to them,
an infallible head or guide will not secure the Church from errors and divisions, unless all the people be infallible likewise, Certainly able to discern the truth declared to them,
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and if we go to the Church of Rome to avoid all errors and Schisms (because they boast of such Unity, which was never promised nor long enjoyed by any Church) we shall but do like Children that tear many little holes in a garment into one great one that comprehends them all and more and cannot be repaired.
and if we go to the Church of Room to avoid all errors and Schisms (Because they boast of such Unity, which was never promised nor long enjoyed by any Church) we shall but do like Children that tear many little holes in a garment into one great one that comprehends them all and more and cannot be repaired.
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Obs. 2. It is certainly foretold that there should be an Apostasie in the Church. The same Apostle almost in the same words foretels it, 1 Tim. 4.1. The spirit speaks expresly that some shall depart from the faith.
Obs. 2. It is Certainly foretold that there should be an Apostasy in the Church. The same Apostle almost in the same words foretells it, 1 Tim. 4.1. The Spirit speaks expressly that Some shall depart from the faith.
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The first Christians might be apt to expect the coming of Christ, and their everlasting rest to be at hand, from the love and joy they had conceived upon their first receiving the Gospel,
The First Christians might be apt to expect the coming of christ, and their everlasting rest to be At hand, from the love and joy they had conceived upon their First receiving the Gospel,
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he hath also continued it some thousands of years with as great variety of providences in his governing of it, to shew his manifold wisdom, power, mercy, and justice;
he hath also continued it Some thousands of Years with as great variety of providences in his governing of it, to show his manifold Wisdom, power, mercy, and Justice;
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and what will be the wonderful transactions of the world to come throughout eternity to set forth the glory of the •ernal God, no creature can conceive.
and what will be the wondered transactions of the world to come throughout eternity to Set forth the glory of the •ernal God, no creature can conceive.
and there were many changes and declinings of it at several times under the Judges and Kings of Judah: but there was one great Apostasie of the Ten tribes under Jeroboam, which ended in the ruin of that State and people.
and there were many changes and declinings of it At several times under the Judges and Kings of Judah: but there was one great Apostasy of the Ten tribes under Jeroboam, which ended in the ruin of that State and people.
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3. To manifest and honour those that are sound. 1 Cor. 11.18, 19. There must be heresies among you, that they which be approved may be made manifest among you.
3. To manifest and honour those that Are found. 1 Cor. 11.18, 19. There must be heresies among you, that they which be approved may be made manifest among you.
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When peace and truth meet together, the sound and best Christians are unknown, and for the most part less regarded than the Hypocrites, that make more shew and noise;
When peace and truth meet together, the found and best Christians Are unknown, and for the most part less regarded than the Hypocrites, that make more show and noise;
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as well as by the opposition of enemies, because their affection overrun their judgment and their care to get a distinct knowledge of the principles of religion:
as well as by the opposition of enemies, Because their affection overrun their judgement and their care to get a distinct knowledge of the principles of Religion:
but the appearance of errours and corruptions makes them more careful to search the truth, which hath been always more cleared and fortified by occasion of the oppositions against it,
but the appearance of errors and corruptions makes them more careful to search the truth, which hath been always more cleared and fortified by occasion of the oppositions against it,
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5. And in all this Christ manifesteth his distinguishing grace to some, and his righteous judgments upon others, Rom. 11.22. Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God: on them which fell, severity;
5. And in all this christ manifesteth his distinguishing grace to Some, and his righteous Judgments upon Others, Rom. 11.22. Behold Therefore the Goodness and severity of God: on them which fell, severity;
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Ʋse. Be not therefore suprized at, discouraged or tempted by, the apostasies of others. Though the Church be fair as the Moon, she hath also many dark spots;
Ʋse. Be not Therefore surprised At, discouraged or tempted by, the apostasies of Others. Though the Church be fair as the Moon, she hath also many dark spots;
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though clear as the Sun, she hath her clouds and Eclipses. Many will be carryed away with errour, superstitions, and carnal policies; yea some of all sorts; rulers, as well as ruled; learned, as well as unlearned:
though clear as the Sun, she hath her Clouds and Eclipses. Many will be carried away with error, superstitions, and carnal policies; yea Some of all sorts; Rulers, as well as ruled; learned, as well as unlearned:
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Some have understood it of the defection of the world from the Roman Empire, following the conjecture of some one leader without consideration (as Calvin observes) And the Rhemists recede from it very unwillingly and under correction of their Superiours,
some have understood it of the defection of the world from the Roman Empire, following the conjecture of Some one leader without consideration (as calvin observes) And the Rhemists recede from it very unwillingly and under correction of their Superiors,
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but the Apostles saith, the day of Christ shallnot come except there come a departure first, viz. a departure from Christ The word NONLATINALPHABET, here used for departure or apostasie, is appropriated to signify a defection in or from religion:
but the Apostles Says, the day of christ shallnot come except there come a departure First, viz. a departure from christ The word, Here used for departure or apostasy, is appropriated to signify a defection in or from Religion:
Moreover the head of this Apostasie is to sit in the Temple, the Church of God, v. 4. and to bring it about by delusions and lying miracles, seducing those that loved not the truth that they might be saved,
Moreover the head of this Apostasy is to fit in the Temple, the Church of God, v. 4. and to bring it about by delusions and lying Miracles, seducing those that loved not the truth that they might be saved,
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yet knew him not, believed him not, when he was among them; so the Papists believe and expect that Antichrist shall come, and miserably spoil the Church,
yet knew him not, believed him not, when he was among them; so the Papists believe and expect that Antichrist shall come, and miserably spoil the Church,
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but all this without any colouor proof, except that slender one that he shall sit in the temple of God, v. 4. Some few are so ingenuous as to confess that Rome is Babylon, Antichrists seat:
but all this without any colouor proof, except that slender one that he shall fit in the temple of God, v. 4. some few Are so ingenuous as to confess that Room is Babylon, Antichrists seat:
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Some again, considering that it is an apostasie of professing Christians here spoken of, conjecture that some Pope of Rome at the end of the world shall deny Christ, become an Infidel,
some again, considering that it is an apostasy of professing Christians Here spoken of, conjecture that Some Pope of Room At the end of the world shall deny christ, become an Infidel,
But the Text plainly speaks of, a defection of Christians which was secretly working in the Apostles days, only some thing hindered its prevailing and full discovery, vi. 6, 7, 8. The mystery of iniquity doth already work, and it was to be a mysterious defection, not an open and totall apostasie from Christ:
But the Text plainly speaks of, a defection of Christians which was secretly working in the Apostles days, only Some thing hindered its prevailing and full discovery, vi. 6, 7, 8. The mystery of iniquity does already work, and it was to be a mysterious defection, not an open and total apostasy from christ:
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though they received the profession of it, v. 9. to 12. And the man of sin the Head of this apostasie was to sit or rule in the Temple of God, which is his Church, 1 Cor. 3.16.
though they received the profession of it, v. 9. to 12. And the man of since the Head of this apostasy was to fit or Rule in the Temple of God, which is his Church, 1 Cor. 3.16.
but a defection in the Church, an apostasie from the purity of the Doctrine, worship, Discipline and practice of the Gospel, such as should have so many excuses and specious pretences for it, that the delusion should be strong,
but a defection in the Church, an apostasy from the purity of the Doctrine, worship, Discipline and practice of the Gospel, such as should have so many excuses and specious pretences for it, that the delusion should be strong,
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Whence we collect this proposition, That the Church of Rome is and for a long time hath been the seat of this man of sin, the mother of this apostasie:
Whence we collect this proposition, That the Church of Room is and for a long time hath been the seat of this man of since, the mother of this apostasy:
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By the Church of Rome, we mean all those Nations and Churches which as so many members make up that great body which they call the Roman Catholick Church, whereof the Pope is the Head,
By the Church of Rome, we mean all those nations and Churches which as so many members make up that great body which they call the Roman Catholic Church, whereof the Pope is the Head,
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By Popery we understand that religion, viz. Doctrines, worship, Discipline and Government, which is peculiar to them and distinct from all other Christians, especially from the Protestant Churches;
By Popery we understand that Religion, viz. Doctrines, worship, Discipline and Government, which is peculiar to them and distinct from all other Christians, especially from the Protestant Churches;
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Now that this Church is apostatized from Christ, and this religion is a Doctrine and practice of apostasie, may appear in the general by comparing the true state of the Church of Christ with the state and Doctrine of the Roman Church.
Now that this Church is apostatized from christ, and this Religion is a Doctrine and practice of apostasy, may appear in the general by comparing the true state of the Church of christ with the state and Doctrine of the Roman Church.
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Though there be that are called Gods, whether in heaven or in earth (as there are Gods many and Lords many) But to us there is but one God the Father, of whom are all things, and we in Him.
Though there be that Are called God's, whither in heaven or in earth (as there Are God's many and lords many) But to us there is but one God the Father, of whom Are all things, and we in Him.
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even all the Angels in heaven, who are therefore to be honoured and worshipped as inferiour Magistrates under a King and Courtiers under their Lord, Nostras preces deo offerunt & Lachrymas, They present our prayers and tears to God.
even all the Angels in heaven, who Are Therefore to be honoured and worshipped as inferior Magistrates under a King and Courtiers under their Lord, Nostras preces God offerunt & Lachrymas, They present our Prayers and tears to God.
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nonne etiam coelestes cives poenitentes adjuvabunt? Nonne rogati & peccatorum veniam impetrabunt & conciliabunt dei gratiam? The invocation and worship of Saints,
nonne etiam coelestes cives Penitents adjuvabunt? Nonne rogati & peccatorum veniam impetrabunt & conciliabunt dei gratiam? The invocation and worship of Saints,
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as both lawful and necessary, is avouched and decreed by the Council of Trent. Nor will their evasion excuse them, that they make Saints and Angels only mediators of intercession to pray to God for us,
as both lawful and necessary, is avouched and decreed by the Council of Trent. Nor will their evasion excuse them, that they make Saints and Angels only mediators of Intercession to pray to God for us,
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and as the Saints couldnot intercede for us unless they had merited for us, so the Church of Rome doth ascribe such merits to them, viz. to their works of supererogation, whereby they have done more than God required, which merits they say are kept in the treasury of the Church to be applied to sinners as the Pope feeth fit,
and as the Saints couldnot intercede for us unless they had merited for us, so the Church of Room does ascribe such merits to them, viz. to their works of supererogation, whereby they have done more than God required, which merits they say Are kept in the treasury of the Church to be applied to Sinners as the Pope feeth fit,
and especially to their Martyrdom, though they die for rebellion to their lawful Princes, according to that known prayer, Per Thomae sanguinem quem pro te impendit, fac nos Christe scandere quo Thomas ascendit, Grant that we may come to Heaven through the blood of Saint Thomas which he shed for thee.
and especially to their Martyrdom, though they die for rebellion to their lawful Princes, according to that known prayer, Per Thomae sanguinem Whom Pro te impendit, fac nos Christ scandere quo Thomas ascendit, Grant that we may come to Heaven through the blood of Saint Thomas which he shed for thee.
It is the merits and prayers of Saints that must relieve the souls in Purgatory, yea every Mass-priest, they say, celebrating Mass doth offer up Christ to the Father as real and proper a sacrifice as he offered himself on the Cross,
It is the merits and Prayers of Saints that must relieve the Souls in Purgatory, yea every Mass priest, they say, celebrating Mass does offer up christ to the Father as real and proper a sacrifice as he offered himself on the Cross,
and hereby makes reconciliation both for the living and dead, viz. that are in Purgatory. If then Christ was a compleat Priest, merited and satisfied for us in sacrificing himself,
and hereby makes reconciliation both for the living and dead, viz. that Are in Purgatory. If then christ was a complete Priest, merited and satisfied for us in sacrificing himself,
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and the ceremonies, and bodily worship of the Jews, in any place convenient for that purpose, John 4.22, 23, 24. The outward worship of Christians consisteth in prayer and praises with understanding;
and the ceremonies, and bodily worship of the jews, in any place convenient for that purpose, John 4.22, 23, 24. The outward worship of Christians Consisteth in prayer and praises with understanding;
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They darkne the nature & meaning of baptism by conjuring the water, putting milk and honey into the mouth, spittle into the ears and on the tongues, anointing the head, using salt & many such things, which being all in Latin not understood by the people are more like magical mysteries than Gospel institutions.
They darkne the nature & meaning of Baptism by conjuring the water, putting milk and honey into the Mouth, spittle into the ears and on the tongues, anointing the head, using salt & many such things, which being all in Latin not understood by the people Are more like magical Mysteres than Gospel institutions.
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in vows of forced and usually feigned chastity, & of Hypocritical and lazy poverty, and such like bodily exercises which profit little, 1 Tim. 4.8. 4. The Church of Christ owneth him only for her head, King, and Lord.
in vows of forced and usually feigned chastity, & of Hypocritical and lazy poverty, and such like bodily exercises which profit little, 1 Tim. 4.8. 4. The Church of christ owneth him only for her head, King, and Lord.
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He hath all power in Heaven and earth committed to him to rule and order all things concerning his Church which is his own house, Mat. 28.18, 19, 20. Whereupon he appointed Apostles to bring all nations to be his Disciples, to consecrate and ingage them to him by Baptism,
He hath all power in Heaven and earth committed to him to Rule and order all things Concerning his Church which is his own house, Mathew 28.18, 19, 20. Whereupon he appointed Apostles to bring all Nations to be his Disciples, to consecrate and engage them to him by Baptism,
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But the Papists acknowledge and adhere to the Pope as the head of their Church, which they say, could not be one Church unless it be united to the Pope as their visible head. De eo, i. e.
But the Papists acknowledge and adhere to the Pope as the head of their Church, which they say, could not be one Church unless it be united to the Pope as their visible head. De eo, i. e.
Pontifice Romano fuit illa omnium Patrum ratio & sententia consentiens, hoc visibiel caput ad unitatem ecclesiae constituendam & conservandam necessarium fuisse.
Pontifice Romano fuit illa omnium Patrum ratio & sententia consentiens, hoc visibiel caput ad unitatem ecclesiae constituendam & conservandam Necessary Fuisse.
Pope Boniface the 8. declared that it was absolutely necessary to Salvation for every man to be subject to the Pope of Rome: Definimus, decernimus, declaramus esse de necessitate salutis omni humanae creaturae esse subditum Pontifici Romano;
Pope Boniface the 8. declared that it was absolutely necessary to Salvation for every man to be Subject to the Pope of Rome: Definimus, Decernimus, declaramus esse de necessitate Salutis omni humanae creaturae esse subditum Pontifici Romano;
accordingly they teach, peccatum pagantiatis incurrit quisquis Pontifici non est obediens, i. e. Whosoever is not obedient to the Pope doth thereby become an Heathen.
accordingly they teach, peccatum pagantiatis incurrit quisquis Pontifici non est Obedient, i. e. Whosoever is not obedient to the Pope does thereby become an Heathen.
and he daily doth dispense with oaths, vows, and obligations of all sorts, both to God and man, with unlawful marriages, &c. They say indeed in disputation that the Pope is a ministerial head, the Deputy, the Vicar of Christ;
and he daily does dispense with Oaths, vows, and obligations of all sorts, both to God and man, with unlawful marriages, etc. They say indeed in disputation that the Pope is a ministerial head, the Deputy, the Vicar of christ;
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a Deputy and Vicar is to see his Masters laws and commands observed, not to enact laws of his own, not to relax or abrogate any of his Masters laws, which power the Pope both challengeth and exerciseth.
a Deputy and Vicar is to see his Masters laws and commands observed, not to enact laws of his own, not to relax or abrogate any of his Masters laws, which power the Pope both Challengeth and Exerciseth.
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so that the law of the Church of Rome is composed and made up of the Scriptures, Traditions, Canons and decretals of Popes, over all which the Pope superintends as the supreme law-giver to confirm, relax, add or alter as he pleaseth, according to the known Ruleof Cardinal Cusanus, Lex currit cum praxi &c. Whatsoever is the present allowed practice of the Church of Rome, that must be taken for the infallible rule or law of Christ.
so that the law of the Church of Room is composed and made up of the Scriptures, Traditions, Canonas and Decretals of Popes, over all which the Pope superintends as the supreme lawgiver to confirm, relax, add or altar as he Pleases, according to the known Ruleof Cardinal Cusanus, Lex Currit cum Praxi etc. Whatsoever is the present allowed practice of the Church of Rome, that must be taken for the infallible Rule or law of christ.
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Christ appointed his Disciples to enter into his Covenant by the sign and Seal of Baptism, Matth. 28.19. to renew and confirm this Covenant from time to time by the use of his holy supper, 1 Cor. 11.23, 24. &c. and he appointed no other but these:
christ appointed his Disciples to enter into his Covenant by the Signen and Seal of Baptism, Matthew 28.19. to renew and confirm this Covenant from time to time by the use of his holy supper, 1 Cor. 11.23, 24. etc. and he appointed no other but these:
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But the Papists have added five more, which they own and maintain to be Sacraments, besides many other significant ceremonies to which they attribute the use and effects of Sacraments, these they make signs of Gods Covenant, means to convey grace;
But the Papists have added five more, which they own and maintain to be Sacraments, beside many other significant ceremonies to which they attribute the use and effects of Sacraments, these they make Signs of God's Covenant, means to convey grace;
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some of them as universally necessary as those that Christ appointed, yea without which Christs Sacraments are not sufficient to Salvation, viz. the Sacraments of Confirmation and Penance;
Some of them as universally necessary as those that christ appointed, yea without which Christ Sacraments Are not sufficient to Salvation, viz. the Sacraments of Confirmation and Penance;
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The Lords supper is not sufficient to comfort a dying Christian, but they add their Sacrament of extreme unction to strengthen them against the flames of Purgatory.
The lords supper is not sufficient to Comfort a dying Christian, but they add their Sacrament of extreme unction to strengthen them against the flames of Purgatory.
and these he hath ordered to teach his people his Commands, Matth. 28.20. to preach his word, administer his Sacraments, and to be examples to the flock of all humility and holiness not for filthy lucre but out of desire of their good, 1 Pet. 5.1. to 4. But the Papists have quite altered the nature and use of the Ministry of the Church.
and these he hath ordered to teach his people his Commands, Matthew 28.20. to preach his word, administer his Sacraments, and to be Examples to the flock of all humility and holiness not for filthy lucre but out of desire of their good, 1 Pet. 5.1. to 4. But the Papists have quite altered the nature and use of the Ministry of the Church.
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They have added five or six orders of Officers to those that Christ appointed only for pomp and superstition, viz. Subdeacons, Exorcists, Readers, Singers, Acolothites, and Porters.
They have added five or six order of Officers to those that christ appointed only for pomp and Superstition, viz. Subdeacons, Exorcists, Readers, Singers, Acolothites, and Porters.
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The Pope the Head of their Church is an earthly Monarch above all Princes and Emperors, living in all the state and pomp of the old Roman Emperours, challenging the same honour & observance,
The Pope the Head of their Church is an earthly Monarch above all Princes and Emperor's, living in all the state and pomp of the old Roman emperors, challenging the same honour & observance,
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His Cardinals are Princes, and the chief Cardinal Bishop taketh place of the Emperours Embassadour, and the next takes place of all other Embassadours.
His Cardinals Are Princes, and the chief Cardinal Bishop Takes place of the emperors Ambassador, and the next Takes place of all other ambassadors.
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Their whole ministry almost consisteth in hearing confessions, pardoning sins, enjoyning penance, preaching the authority of the Pope, the Canons and Traditions of their own Church,
Their Whole Ministry almost Consisteth in hearing confessions, pardoning Sins, enjoining penance, preaching the Authority of the Pope, the Canonas and Traditions of their own Church,
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the work of Christians is to be dying to the world, mortifying their lust, and growing in grace, in hope of and preparation for Glory, Titus 2.11, 12, 13, 14. But the design of Popery by keeping the people ignorant of the word and Sacraments is to bring them into subjection to the Pope and his Clergy.
the work of Christians is to be dying to the world, mortifying their lust, and growing in grace, in hope of and preparation for Glory, Titus 2.11, 12, 13, 14. But the Design of Popery by keeping the people ignorant of the word and Sacraments is to bring them into subjection to the Pope and his Clergy.
Their ordinances and worship tend not to purifie the conscience, but under a vain shew of a carnal pompous service to cheat them of knowledge and spiritual edification,
Their ordinances and worship tend not to purify the conscience, but under a vain show of a carnal pompous service to cheat them of knowledge and spiritual edification,
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Pope Nicholas teacheth, it is better for their Clergy to live in secret fornication than to marry, Satius est pluribus occultis implicari, quam in conspectu mundi cum una ligari.
Pope Nicholas Teaches, it is better for their Clergy to live in secret fornication than to marry, Satius est Pluribus occultis implicari, quam in conspectu mundi cum una ligari.
and though a man should live in wickedness all his days, yet if he but die in their communion, with the Priests absolution, which may be easily had, he shall go to Purgatory but for a time and so to Heaven:
and though a man should live in wickedness all his days, yet if he but die in their communion, with the Priests absolution, which may be Easily had, he shall go to Purgatory but for a time and so to Heaven:
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Our Saviour declared that his Kingdom was not of this world: and his Disciples must not expect, nor fight for it here, John 18.36. He hath promised them his spirit and comforts in a greater measure than formerly, because they were to meet with much tribulation in this world, John 16.33. and our Saviour hath given us this universal rule, except a man deny himself and take up his cross and follow me, he cannot be my Disciple, Lub. 14.27. Matth. 16.24.
Our Saviour declared that his Kingdom was not of this world: and his Disciples must not expect, nor fight for it Here, John 18.36. He hath promised them his Spirit and comforts in a greater measure than formerly, Because they were to meet with much tribulation in this world, John 16.33. and our Saviour hath given us this universal Rule, except a man deny himself and take up his cross and follow me, he cannot be my Disciple, Lub. 14.27. Matthew 16.24.
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and that the Pope and Bishops are Princes above all Princes, and that instead of suffering any persecution they are to make War upon all Princes that displease them, to destroy by open force of battle or sudden Massacres,
and that the Pope and Bishops Are Princes above all Princes, and that instead of suffering any persecution they Are to make War upon all Princes that displease them, to destroy by open force of battle or sudden Massacres,
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and to live soberly, righteously and godlily in this world, looking for the glorious appearance of God our Saviour, Tit. 2.11, 12, 13. In this life Christians are to fight, strive and run,
and to live soberly, righteously and godlily in this world, looking for the glorious appearance of God our Saviour, Tit. 2.11, 12, 13. In this life Christians Are to fight, strive and run,
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but when this life ends, their course is finished, and there remains nothing but a Crown of life which the righteous judge shall give to all them that love his appearance, 2 Tim. 4.6, 7. But the Papists teach that all assurance of Salvation is presumption;
but when this life ends, their course is finished, and there remains nothing but a Crown of life which the righteous judge shall give to all them that love his appearance, 2 Tim. 4.6, 7. But the Papists teach that all assurance of Salvation is presumption;
the most we must expect is after many afflictions from Gods hand and voluntary severities upon our selves to satisfie for sin, at last to go to Purgatory for a long time there to suffer the same torments that the damned do in Hell.
the most we must expect is After many afflictions from God's hand and voluntary severities upon our selves to satisfy for since, At last to go to Purgatory for a long time there to suffer the same torments that the damned doe in Hell.
he answered, It is not so easie a thing to get to heaven, and that he could be content to suffer the pains of Purgatory many years if he could be sure to come to heaven at last.
he answered, It is not so easy a thing to get to heaven, and that he could be content to suffer the pains of Purgatory many Years if he could be sure to come to heaven At last.
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By all this it is evident that the Papists have altered the nature and ends of Christian religion, which was the doctrine and institution of Jesus Christ to exalt him as the only mediator of the Church by whom only we should come to God,
By all this it is evident that the Papists have altered the nature and ends of Christian Religion, which was the Doctrine and Institution of jesus christ to exalt him as the only Mediator of the Church by whom only we should come to God,
Let us add their doctrine of persecuting and destroying all Hereticks (as they call them, that is, all that will not obey them) The first Lateran Council, Ann. Dom. 1215. decreeth, That if any Prince or Lord be a Heretick or favourer of Hereticks,
Let us add their Doctrine of persecuting and destroying all Heretics (as they call them, that is, all that will not obey them) The First Lateran Council, Ann. Dom. 1215. decreeth, That if any Prince or Lord be a Heretic or favourer of Heretics,
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This Doctrine and their practice according to it makes them an Apostatical body or society, maintaining it self in opposition to the pure Church of Christ,
This Doctrine and their practice according to it makes them an Apostatical body or society, maintaining it self in opposition to the pure Church of christ,
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and therefore to take part with them, to joyn with or submit to their interest, is to desert Christ and to side with or become a member of that great Apostasie.
and Therefore to take part with them, to join with or submit to their Interest, is to desert christ and to side with or become a member of that great Apostasy.
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Let us now take notice of the several characters or marks that the Apostle gives of this Apostasie, which will further prove the Papists to be guilty of it.
Let us now take notice of the several characters or marks that the Apostle gives of this Apostasy, which will further prove the Papists to be guilty of it.
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but the last by the people of Rome for a long time, consisting of the Senate and Plebeian. The Papists would infer from these notes of particularity that Antichrist this man of sin must be but one particular person, and therefore not the Popes who have been many.
but the last by the people of Room for a long time, consisting of the Senate and Plebeian. The Papists would infer from these notes of particularity that Antichrist this man of since must be but one particular person, and Therefore not the Popes who have been many.
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But themselves grant, what is here said, v. 8. He that letteth will let till he be taken out of the way, is meant of the Roman Empire which was in the hand of many successively, though expressed as one man:
But themselves grant, what is Here said, v. 8. He that lets will let till he be taken out of the Way, is meant of the Roman Empire which was in the hand of many successively, though expressed as one man:
Why then may we not so understand the man of sin here? The Apostles sense is, there well come an apostasie of the Church, a declining in and from religion, which will encrease till the man of sin be revealed, i.e. till these apostates shall frame themselves into a body and state of a most wicked government:
Why then may we not so understand the man of since Here? The Apostles sense is, there well come an apostasy of the Church, a declining in and from Religion, which will increase till the man of since be revealed, i.e. till these apostates shall frame themselves into a body and state of a most wicked government:
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this is the Pope and his Clergy, who successively govern and manage that Apostasie. This will appear if we consider the wickedness of their Persons, Doctrines and Practices. 1. For their persons.
this is the Pope and his Clergy, who successively govern and manage that Apostasy. This will appear if we Consider the wickedness of their Persons, Doctrines and Practices. 1. For their Persons.
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There was a series of Popes for about an hundred years in the 10. and 11. Centuries who were Magicians, Murderers, open Adulterers and destroyers of each other;
There was a series of Popes for about an hundred Years in the 10. and 11. Centuries who were Magicians, Murderers, open Adulterers and destroyers of each other;
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Gregory the 7. they report poysoned 6 Popes his Predecessours to obtain the Papacy, and was himself a known Magician, he threw the host his breaden God into the fire,
Gregory the 7. they report poisoned 6 Popes his Predecessors to obtain the Papacy, and was himself a known Magician, he threw the host his breaden God into the fire,
Many others of them have been professed Magicians, some bold Atheists, as Leo the 10. who said to Cardinal Bembus, Behold what great riches we get by that fable of Christ, Quantas opes nobis tulit ista fabula de Christo.
Many Others of them have been professed Magicians, Some bold Atheists, as Leo the 10. who said to Cardinal Bembus, Behold what great riches we get by that fable of christ, Quantas opes nobis tulit ista fabula de Christ.
insomuch that one of themselves gives this testimony, Nemo hodie in Pentificibus Romanis virtutem aut pietatem requirit, optimi putantur si vel mediocriter boni sint, vel minus mali quam caeteri mortalium esse solent.
insomuch that one of themselves gives this testimony, Nemo hodie in Pentificibus Romans virtutem Or pietatem Requires, Optimi putantur si vel mediocriter boni sint, vel minus mali quam Caeteri mortalium esse solent.
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Bellarmine saith, Etiamsi Papa erraret prohibendo virtutem & praecipiendo vitium, &c. Though the Pope should forbid virtue and command vice he must be obeyed;
Bellarmine Says, Even if Papa erraret prohibendo virtutem & praecipiendo Vitium, etc. Though the Pope should forbid virtue and command vice he must be obeyed;
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Never any state or government in the world (though many have been very wicked) challenged this prerogative to command whatsoever they pleased, right or wrong,
Never any state or government in the world (though many have been very wicked) challenged this prerogative to command whatsoever they pleased, right or wrong,
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It is blasphemous against God to imagine that he should annex the infallible guidance of his spirit to a succession of men who defile and destroy his Church, oppose his son and his Gospel,
It is blasphemous against God to imagine that he should annex the infallible guidance of his Spirit to a succession of men who defile and destroy his Church, oppose his son and his Gospel,
Innocent the 10. (who suffered himself and his holy Church to be governed by an impudent Harlot Don Olympia his own Brothers wife) when the people of Rome complained to him of the unjust exactions of his Officers answered them, You must not find fault which mine Officers,
Innocent the 10. (who suffered himself and his holy Church to be governed by an impudent Harlot DONE Olympia his own Brother's wife) when the people of Room complained to him of the unjust exactions of his Officers answered them, You must not find fault which mine Officers,
if whatsoever the Church of Rome or the Heads and guides of it do determine, must be reckoned infallibly true and good, hereby they wholly wave the Scriptures as the Rule,
if whatsoever the Church of Room or the Heads and guides of it do determine, must be reckoned infallibly true and good, hereby they wholly wave the Scriptures as the Rule,
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and Christ as their Law-giver, and are both Rule and Law-givers to themselves. 3. The Papists have reduced the whole body of the Heathenish worship into the Church:
and christ as their Lawgiver, and Are both Rule and Lawgivers to themselves. 3. The Papists have reduced the Whole body of the Heathenish worship into the Church:
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5. They teach that the Pope in all and the inferiour Clergy in ordinary cases can dispense with Oaths, Vows and the most solemn obligations that can be made to God or man.
5. They teach that the Pope in all and the inferior Clergy in ordinary cases can dispense with Oaths, Vows and the most solemn obligations that can be made to God or man.
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yea make it their duty to break their oaths and to rebel, and what is most abominable, they can give men leave to take Oaths, to make vowes and protestations on purpose to deceive,
yea make it their duty to break their Oaths and to rebel, and what is most abominable, they can give men leave to take Oaths, to make vows and protestations on purpose to deceive,
Thus the Popes Legat sent a Gentleman to the Earl of Besiers to draw him into his Camp, commanding him to assure him in his name by what Oaths and protestations he would desire, that he should return safe home;
Thus the Popes Legate sent a Gentleman to the Earl of Besiers to draw him into his Camp, commanding him to assure him in his name by what Oaths and protestations he would desire, that he should return safe home;
as soon as the poor Earl came into his presence he absolved the messenger from all his Oaths, kept the Earl prisoner and soon after privately murdered him.
as soon as the poor Earl Come into his presence he absolved the Messenger from all his Oaths, kept the Earl prisoner and soon After privately murdered him.
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and observe their Saints days with much more strictness and devotion than the Lords day. 7. The Pope and his Clergy can dissolve all bonds and duties betwixt men.
and observe their Saints days with much more strictness and devotion than the lords day. 7. The Pope and his Clergy can dissolve all bonds and duties betwixt men.
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Alphonsus the present King of Portugal was deposed and imprisoned by the Popes order, and his wife taken from him and given to his Brother two now rules the Kingdom.
Alphonsus the present King of Portugal was deposed and imprisoned by the Popes order, and his wife taken from him and given to his Brother two now rules the Kingdom.
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Parents and children, Masters and servants in case of Heresie must betray each other; and if they will enter into religious houses or give any thing to the Church,
Parents and children, Masters and Servants in case of Heresy must betray each other; and if they will enter into religious houses or give any thing to the Church,
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Pope Eugenius the 4 made Ʋladislaus King of Hungary break his league with the Turk solemnly sworn by him and all his Nobles, and absolved them by Julian his Legate.
Pope Eugenius the 4 made Ʋladislaus King of Hungary break his league with the Turk solemnly sworn by him and all his Nobles, and absolved them by Julian his Legate.
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The Council of Constance burnt John Huss, though the Emperour Sigismond had promised him safe-conduct to and from the Council, they telling the Emperour that Oaths and promises to Hereticks must not be observed.
The Council of Constance burned John Huss, though the Emperor Sigismund had promised him safe-conduct to and from the Council, they telling the Emperor that Oaths and promises to Heretics must not be observed.
9. They teach Equivocations and mental reservations both in oaths and common discourses, viz. that a man may take any Oath, make any promise, answer any Question directly and plainly according to the words proposed,
9. They teach Equivocations and mental reservations both in Oaths and Common discourses, viz. that a man may take any Oath, make any promise, answer any Question directly and plainly according to the words proposed,
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Garnet and Tresmond two Jesuites that were in the powder Plot being examined apart, Tresmond said he had not seen or spoke with Garnet for 14. years before, Garnet confessed that they two walked and discoursed together in Moorefields London about four months before they were taken:
Garnet and Tresmond two Jesuits that were in the powder Plot being examined apart, Tresmond said he had not seen or spoke with Garnet for 14. Years before, Garnet confessed that they two walked and discoursed together in Moorefields London about four months before they were taken:
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If any Papist pretend to disown any of these doctrines, I demand by what rule he doth it? By the Scripture? the Law of Nations? or the Law of nature? they all maintain the Pope is above these:
If any Papist pretend to disown any of these doctrines, I demand by what Rule he does it? By the Scripture? the Law of nations? or the Law of nature? they all maintain the Pope is above these:
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These are not a perfect rule neither apart nor together, nor do reach all cases; if they did, there were no need of an infallible head to direct the Church,
These Are not a perfect Rule neither apart nor together, nor do reach all cases; if they did, there were no need of an infallible head to Direct the Church,
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and infallible, then a Papist must believe that in this and that particular case that concerns him he may and must break his Oaths, deny his promises, murder, lye,
and infallible, then a Papist must believe that in this and that particular case that concerns him he may and must break his Oaths, deny his promises, murder, lie,
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Whence we may see that no trust is to be reposed in a Papist, because they are not masters of their own reason and Conscience, of their Oaths and promises,
Whence we may see that no trust is to be reposed in a Papist, Because they Are not Masters of their own reason and Conscience, of their Oaths and promises,
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all wandering thoughts, distractions in holy duties, the stirrings of the most vile affections with some titillation or pleasing are all but natural actions and infirmities which do not deserve Hell or the wrath of God.
all wandering thoughts, distractions in holy duties, the stirrings of the most vile affections with Some titillation or pleasing Are all but natural actions and infirmities which do not deserve Hell or the wrath of God.
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What need men fear to commit sin that can be so easily remitted, especially to them that have money? They have also another device of transferring their sins upon their friends, viz. a few friends agree together to take each others sins upon them,
What need men Fear to commit since that can be so Easily remitted, especially to them that have money? They have also Another device of transferring their Sins upon their Friends, viz. a few Friends agree together to take each Others Sins upon them,
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Lastly, Though a man live all his days in wickedness, if he die in the communion of the Church of Rome and be absolved by a Priest, which is rarely denyed to any, he must go but to Purgatory and there satisfie for all his sins, and at last be saved:
Lastly, Though a man live all his days in wickedness, if he die in the communion of the Church of Room and be absolved by a Priest, which is rarely denied to any, he must go but to Purgatory and there satisfy for all his Sins, and At last be saved:
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and if he leave any thing to the Church, or his friends will buy Masses or prayers for him, his time in Purgatory shall be shortened and his pains lessned.
and if he leave any thing to the Church, or his Friends will buy Masses or Prayers for him, his time in Purgatory shall be shortened and his pains lessened.
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Virgerius who was the Popes Nuncio tells us that in the space of 30. years at the first resormation their inquisition in several parts had secretly made away 150000 persons.
Virgerius who was the Popes Nuncio tells us that in the Molle of 30. Years At the First Reformation their inquisition in several parts had secretly made away 150000 Persons.
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The Duke of Alva Governour of the Neatherlands in a few years is said to cut off 36000. The French Massacre Ann. 1572. in one Month treacherously and barbarously destroyed above 30000. In the late Irish rebellion Ann. 1641. they destroyed above 300000. of all ages and conditions:
The Duke of Alva Governor of the Neatherlands in a few Years is said to Cut off 36000. The French Massacre Ann. 1572. in one Monn treacherously and barbarously destroyed above 30000. In the late Irish rebellion Ann. 1641. they destroyed above 300000. of all ages and conditions:
A nameless Papist dedicated a book to King James wherein he acquaints him that all the Popes from Clement the 7. to his time had got the Popedom by Simony and other indirect means.
A nameless Papist dedicated a book to King James wherein he acquaints him that all the Popes from Clement the 7. to his time had god the Popedom by Simony and other indirect means.
and wherever there are any differences among Princes and their Subjects, he interposeth his authority, usually taking the unjust part (if like to prevail) that they being beholding to him may requite him with some addition to his authority or revenue.
and wherever there Are any differences among Princes and their Subject's, he interposeth his Authority, usually taking the unjust part (if like to prevail) that they being beholding to him may requite him with Some addition to his Authority or revenue.
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and of late the Pope gave the East Indies to the Portugal, and the West to the Spaniard, where they murdred the poor natives as wild beasts made to be destroyed.
and of late the Pope gave the East Indies to the Portugal, and the West to the Spaniard, where they murdered the poor natives as wild beasts made to be destroyed.
their interest and government depends upon these methods, and therefore this Man of sin is the son of perdition appointed to be destroyed, not to be reformed:
their Interest and government depends upon these methods, and Therefore this Man of since is the son of perdition appointed to be destroyed, not to be reformed:
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Now the Devil was an adversary not by denying the true God; he believes and trembles, James 2.19. nor by causing himself to be worshipped as the supreme God;
Now the devil was an adversary not by denying the true God; he believes and trembles, James 2.19. nor by causing himself to be worshipped as the supreme God;
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and left God but an empty name of Creatour and supreme residing in heaven, when he himself was the God of this world, ordering all things after his own lusts:
and left God but an empty name of Creator and supreme residing in heaven, when he himself was the God of this world, ordering all things After his own Lustiest:
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and when he was cast out of Heaven, viz. his worship, Idolatry and Heathenish superstition abolished by the fail of the Heathen Roman Empire, and opposition to the name of Christ was taken away, he cast about,
and when he was cast out of Heaven, viz. his worship, Idolatry and Heathenish Superstition abolished by the fail of the Heathen Roman Empire, and opposition to the name of christ was taken away, he cast about,
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i. e. the Roman Empire opposing Christ and his worship, setting up himself with all superstition and Idolatry, but under fair pretences of Christs authority, Rev. 13.11, 12, &c. This beast was like a Lamb,
i. e. the Roman Empire opposing christ and his worship, setting up himself with all Superstition and Idolatry, but under fair pretences of Christ Authority, Rev. 13.11, 12, etc. This beast was like a Lamb,
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Now that the Pope and his adherents do thus oppose Christ and not his name but his power and worship, drawing all subjection to himself and leaving Christ but a bare and empty title, he being as Stapleton calls him plain supremum in terris numen, i. e.
Now that the Pope and his adherents do thus oppose christ and not his name but his power and worship, drawing all subjection to himself and leaving christ but a bore and empty title, he being as Stapleton calls him plain supremum in terris numen, i. e.
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and so under the pretence of Christs Vicar he rules as Christ on earth. 2. The Pope will not allow Christ to appoint the ordinances of his own worship.
and so under the pretence of Christ Vicar he rules as christ on earth. 2. The Pope will not allow christ to appoint the ordinances of his own worship.
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the cup he takes away from the people, the Council of Trent most insolently telling us that though our Lord Christ instituted and gave his supper to his Apostles under both kinds, of bread and wine, yet that doth not oblige all the faithful to receive it under both kinds.
the cup he Takes away from the people, the Council of Trent most insolently telling us that though our Lord christ instituted and gave his supper to his Apostles under both Kinds, of bred and wine, yet that does not oblige all the faithful to receive it under both Kinds.
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non tamen illa institutio & traditio •ò tendunt, ut omnes Christi fideles statuto domini ad utramque speciem accipiendam astringantur? He appoints Saints and Angels and especially Christs Mother to be worshipped and honoured,
non tamen illa Institution & Tradition •ò tendunt, ut omnes Christ fideles statuto domini ad utramque Specimen accipiendam astringantur? He appoints Saints and Angels and especially Christ Mother to be worshipped and honoured,
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Christ as the Saviour of his people, as divine and Princely Saviour is to appoint and hath appointed by what means and in what duties he will bestow and increase his grace to eternal life:
christ as the Saviour of his people, as divine and Princely Saviour is to appoint and hath appointed by what means and in what duties he will bestow and increase his grace to Eternal life:
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Christ came to take away sin, to finish transgression and to bring in everlasting righteousness by once sacrificing himself to the Father, Dan. 9.24.
christ Come to take away since, to finish Transgression and to bring in everlasting righteousness by once sacrificing himself to the Father, Dan. 9.24.
he will have the merits of Saints, our own penance, and purgatory oster death to satisfy for and take away sin, whereby the satisfaction of Christ is rendered as still unfulfilled and the pardon of sin unprocured as it was before his coming into the world.
he will have the merits of Saints, our own penance, and purgatory oster death to satisfy for and take away since, whereby the satisfaction of christ is rendered as still unfulfilled and the pardon of since unprocured as it was before his coming into the world.
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Christ came to give a greater measure of his spirit to the Church, that his people might have more freedom of access to God, Eph. 3.12. more boldness with him, Heb. 10.19, 20. and more abundant grace to enable them to pray to and serve God, Rom. 8.25. John 10.10.
christ Come to give a greater measure of his Spirit to the Church, that his people might have more freedom of access to God, Ephesians 3.12. more boldness with him, Hebrew 10.19, 20. and more abundant grace to enable them to pray to and serve God, Rom. 8.25. John 10.10.
for having removed the shadows and sacrifices of the Law, and clearly exhibited himself and his redemption, they were now to come with greater confidence and freedom through his name to the Father, John 16.23, 24. but the Pope disappointeth all this by hiding from the people the plain doctrine of salvation, by teaching them that they must not come to him immediately but by the mediation of his Mother and all the Saints,
for having removed the shadows and Sacrifices of the Law, and clearly exhibited himself and his redemption, they were now to come with greater confidence and freedom through his name to the Father, John 16.23, 24. but the Pope disappointeth all this by hiding from the people the plain Doctrine of salvation, by teaching them that they must not come to him immediately but by the mediation of his Mother and all the Saints,
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and that these must be ingaged by many prayers, Temples and offerings to interceed with Christ for them, whereby the service of the Gospel is made as uncomfortable and as chargable as that of the Law;
and that these must be engaged by many Prayers, Temples and offerings to intercede with christ for them, whereby the service of the Gospel is made as uncomfortable and as chargeable as that of the Law;
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and the people are kept in as much ignorance as ever the Jews were, and in as much bondage to their Priests and more, without whose Masses and absolutions they cannot be forgiven:
and the people Are kept in as much ignorance as ever the jews were, and in as much bondage to their Priests and more, without whose Masses and absolutions they cannot be forgiven:
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yea by their doctrines and uncertainty of Salvation, penances, satisfactions, and purgatory, and the necessity of Christ's being often sacrificed for them, their consciences are brought into a far greater bondage than ever the Jews were in.
yea by their doctrines and uncertainty of Salvation, penances, satisfactions, and purgatory, and the necessity of Christ's being often sacrificed for them, their Consciences Are brought into a Far greater bondage than ever the jews were in.
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Again Christ by his death, resurrection and ascension hath obtained all power, conquered the Devil, opened a clear way into heaven for his servants, Heb. 2.14. Philip. 2.9, 10. Heb. 6.19, 20, 29. But the Papists keep the people in as great bondage by fear of the Devil as ever the Heathens were in:
Again christ by his death, resurrection and Ascension hath obtained all power, conquered the devil, opened a clear Way into heaven for his Servants, Hebrew 2.14. Philip. 2.9, 10. Hebrew 6.19, 20, 29. But the Papists keep the people in as great bondage by Fear of the devil as ever the heathens were in:
except there be a Cross in the way they are in danger to meet him at every turning, in every Church-yard, Market, &c. yea every time they go out of doors unless they cross themselves,
except there be a Cross in the Way they Are in danger to meet him At every turning, in every Churchyard, Market, etc. yea every time they go out of doors unless they cross themselves,
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And as for Christs entering into Heaven it is little comfort to them, seeing they must hope to go thither but after some thousands of years spent in the pains of Purgatory.
And as for Christ entering into Heaven it is little Comfort to them, seeing they must hope to go thither but After Some thousands of Years spent in the pains of Purgatory.
and no longer to the lusts and wills of lawless Tyrants as they had successively been oppressed and devoured both by Babylonians, Persians, Greeks, and Romans: and he promised that Kings should be their nursing fathers and Queens nursing mothers, being subject as well as they to the laws of Christ.
and no longer to the Lustiest and wills of lawless Tyrants as they had successively been oppressed and devoured both by Babylonians, Persians, Greeks, and Romans: and he promised that Kings should be their nursing Father's and Queen's nursing mother's, being Subject as well as they to the laws of christ.
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But the Pope interposeth and usurpeth all the domination and prerogatives, and exerciseth all the Tyranny of the Roman Emperours, causing all people to submit to Rome with as great slavery as ever, Rev. 13. v. 15, 16, &c. and maketh laws as absolutely by his own will as ever the Heathens did.
But the Pope interposeth and usurpeth all the domination and prerogatives, and Exerciseth all the Tyranny of the Roman emperors, causing all people to submit to Room with as great slavery as ever, Rev. 13. v. 15, 16, etc. and makes laws as absolutely by his own will as ever the heathens did.
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Christ also dissolved the Jewish Polity that his people should no longer be bound to one temple, City or Land for any part of their worship as the Jews were to Canaan and Jerusalem; or to any Common wealth of People:
christ also dissolved the Jewish Polity that his people should no longer be bound to one temple, city or Land for any part of their worship as the jews were to Canaan and Jerusalem; or to any Common wealth of People:
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but that in all places they might lift up pure hands to him, and have his presence with them whereever two or three should be gathered in his name for the intents or purposes of his worship, Matth. 18.19, 20. But the Pope will have Rome to be the mother of all the Churches, thither all the world must come to keep their Jubilees every five and twenty years, thither they must bring their controversies and hard cases;
but that in all places they might lift up pure hands to him, and have his presence with them wherever two or three should be gathered in his name for the intents or Purposes of his worship, Matthew 18.19, 20. But the Pope will have Room to be the mother of all the Churches, thither all the world must come to keep their Jubilees every five and twenty Years, thither they must bring their controversies and hard cases;
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all Churches depend upon him, yea are one body whereof he is the Head, and must receive their laws, their Priests, their benedictions all from him and his power:
all Churches depend upon him, yea Are one body whereof he is the Head, and must receive their laws, their Priests, their benedictions all from him and his power:
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A third character of this Apostasie is insolent pride, v. 4. This man of sin and adversary of Christ exalteth himself above all that is worshipped or called God, NONLATINALPHABET,
A third character of this Apostasy is insolent pride, v. 4. This man of since and adversary of christ Exalteth himself above all that is worshipped or called God,,
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Lanis the general of the Jesuites maintained in a set Lecture at the Council of Trent; that the sole power of the Church was committed to Peter, and that the other Apostles, Evangelists, &c. received their Power from him.
Lanis the general of the Jesuits maintained in a Set Lecture At the Council of Trent; that the sole power of the Church was committed to Peter, and that the other Apostles, Evangelists, etc. received their Power from him.
the office of exorcists, their many mysteries, certain prayers, forms of words, Holy water, consecrated circles, &c. by which they pretend to cast out, to raise, to lay,
the office of exorcists, their many Mysteres, certain Prayers, forms of words, Holy water, consecrated Circles, etc. by which they pretend to cast out, to raise, to lay,
Pope Clement 6. the first author of their Jubilees, in his Bull, wherein he promised great priviledges to all that would come to Rome, adds this, viz. that if any of these holy Pilgrims should chance to die by the way in their journey, he commandeth the holy Angels immediately to transport their souls to heaven.
Pope Clement 6. the First author of their Jubilees, in his Bull, wherein he promised great privileges to all that would come to Room, adds this, viz. that if any of these holy Pilgrim's should chance to die by the Way in their journey, he commands the holy Angels immediately to transport their Souls to heaven.
They interpret the 8. Psalm v. 4. &c. of the Pope, viz. he is that son of man that is crowned with glory and dignity, that hath dominion over all the works of God, that hath all things put under his feet, all Sheep and Oxen, i. e. all Christians;
They interpret the 8. Psalm v. 4. etc. of the Pope, viz. he is that son of man that is crowned with glory and dignity, that hath dominion over all the works of God, that hath all things put under his feet, all Sheep and Oxen, i. e. all Christians;
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5. The Pope exalteth himself above Christ, he challengeth the sole government of the Church on earth to belong to him, to make and abrogate Laws and to guide it infallibly:
5. The Pope Exalteth himself above christ, he Challengeth the sole government of the Church on earth to belong to him, to make and abrogate Laws and to guide it infallibly:
To speak against the Pope, the virgin Mary, or any of their Saints, to work on their Holy-days, to eat flesh on a fast-day (especially in Lent ) are greater offences and harder to be forgiven, than any sins against God.
To speak against the Pope, the Virgae Marry, or any of their Saints, to work on their Holydays, to eat Flesh on a fast-day (especially in Lent) Are greater offences and harder to be forgiven, than any Sins against God.
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The Apostle amplifieth this pride in the next words, he exalteth himself so as he sitteth as God in the Temple of God, shewing himself that he is God, i. e.
The Apostle amplifieth this pride in the next words, he Exalteth himself so as he Sitteth as God in the Temple of God, showing himself that he is God, i. e.
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The Papists would hence infer that Antichrist or this man of sin shall be a Leader of the Jews sitting and being worshipped in their Temple at Jerusalem, to be rebuilt by him;
The Papists would hence infer that Antichrist or this man of since shall be a Leader of the jews sitting and being worshipped in their Temple At Jerusalem, to be Rebuilt by him;
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When John the Bishop of Constantinople usurped the title of universal Bishop, Pope Gregory the 1. called him the King of pride, the forerunner of Antichrist;
When John the Bishop of Constantinople usurped the title of universal Bishop, Pope Gregory the 1. called him the King of pride, the forerunner of Antichrist;
but Boniface the 3. ten years after obtained to be head and universal Bishop, and his successours have ever since used it, exercising an absolute jurisdiction both in Civil and Ecclesiastical matters.
but Boniface the 3. ten Years After obtained to be head and universal Bishop, and his Successors have ever since used it, exercising an absolute jurisdiction both in Civil and Ecclesiastical matters.
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and in the Church the sole authority belongs to him of binding and loosing, of appointing Bishops and Ministers and degrading them, of conferring all imployments, receiving all appeals, not only in reserved cases,
and in the Church the sole Authority belongs to him of binding and losing, of appointing Bishops and Ministers and degrading them, of conferring all employments, receiving all appeals, not only in reserved cases,
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but in all ordinary cases when he pleases, or the parties please to remove the case to Rome. This is a power beyond a mortal man, a charge that no creature can perform, to inspect and order the affairs of the whole world both of this life and that which is to come.
but in all ordinary cases when he Pleases, or the parties please to remove the case to Room. This is a power beyond a Mortal man, a charge that no creature can perform, to inspect and order the affairs of the Whole world both of this life and that which is to come.
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2. He challengeth an absolute power to make laws for the whole Church. Whatsoever he appointeth, though against Scripture and reason, must be accounted good and be observed.
2. He Challengeth an absolute power to make laws for the Whole Church. Whatsoever he appoints, though against Scripture and reason, must be accounted good and be observed.
The Scripture saith, marriage is honourable in all, Heb. 13.3. but the Pope, saith it is not only a disgrace but a damning sin for any of the Ministers of the Gospel to marry.
The Scripture Says, marriage is honourable in all, Hebrew 13.3. but the Pope, Says it is not only a disgrace but a damning since for any of the Ministers of the Gospel to marry.
he dispenseth with Oaths and vows, and nothing humane or divine is or can he obliging any further than he alloweth it, he being the supreme judge, and determiner of all things.
he dispenseth with Oaths and vows, and nothing humane or divine is or can he obliging any further than he alloweth it, he being the supreme judge, and determiner of all things.
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And here let us observe that the Apostle speaketh of an apostasie from the faith that should be in the latter times, v. 1. and he giveth this as one character of this apostasie, that these apostates should forbid marriage,
And Here let us observe that the Apostle speaks of an apostasy from the faith that should be in the latter times, v. 1. and he gives this as one character of this apostasy, that these apostates should forbid marriage,
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or in the gown of a Capuchin or Carmelite Frier, but above all to the saying of so many Ave-maries or Pater Nosters in the 7. chief Churches of Rome, which will procure some hundred thousand years pardon.
or in the gown of a Capuchin or Carmelite Frier, but above all to the saying of so many Ave-maries or Pater Noster's in the 7. chief Churches of Room, which will procure Some hundred thousand Years pardon.
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it was one special thing that stirred up the spirit of Luther, that Frier Teselius came into Germany with indulgencies from Leo the 10. publishing in all Markets and Fairs that he could grant pardon for all manner of sins,
it was one special thing that stirred up the Spirit of Luther, that Frier Teselius Come into Germany with Indulgences from Leo the 10. publishing in all Markets and Fairs that he could grant pardon for all manner of Sins,
Paul the 5. caused a triumphal Arch to be set up at Tolentum, under which he was to enter the City, with this inscription, Paulo quinto Vice deo, to Paul the 5. the vice-God.
Paul the 5. caused a triumphal Arch to be Set up At Tolentum, under which he was to enter the city, with this inscription, Paul quinto Vice God, to Paul the 5. the vice-God.
They say the Pope is the rock, the foundation of the Church, her head and husband, Lord of Lords and King of Kings &c. When some among themselves were offended at these blasphemous titles;
They say the Pope is the rock, the Foundation of the Church, her head and husband, Lord of lords and King of Kings etc. When Some among themselves were offended At these blasphemous titles;
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Bishop Beedle informs while he was in Italy about 70. years since, there was a congregation appointed at Rome to redress these abuses, called congregatio de moderandis titulis; but before they could do any thing to purpose, the Pope forbid them to proceed,
Bishop Beedle informs while he was in Italy about 70. Years since, there was a congregation appointed At Room to redress these Abuses, called Congregation de moderandis titulis; but before they could do any thing to purpose, the Pope forbid them to proceed,
because, he said, there were no titles given him but what, dignitas & praerogativa Sancti Petri &c. the dignitys and prerogatives of Peter would well enough bear.
Because, he said, there were no titles given him but what, dignitas & Praerogativa Sancti Petri etc. the dignities and prerogatives of Peter would well enough bear.
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wherefore he is deservedly accounted the Antichrist in both senses of the word, Hostis & emulus Christi, both the opposer of Christ and his competitour that contends with him for honour,
Wherefore he is deservedly accounted the Antichrist in both Senses of the word, Hostis & emulus Christ, both the opposer of christ and his competitor that contends with him for honour,
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The Apostle saith, that there were many Antichrists in the world in his time, 1 John 2.18. and that the spirit of Antichrist was then entered into the world, 1 John 4.3. and that these Antichrists were apostates from the Christian Church.
The Apostle Says, that there were many Antichrists in the world in his time, 1 John 2.18. and that the Spirit of Antichrist was then entered into the world, 1 John 4.3. and that these Antichrists were apostates from the Christian Church.
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They went out from us, chap. 2.19. but yet that there was one special Antichrist to come, of which the Church was forewarned, you have heard that Antichrist should come, cap. 2.18. and surely there hath never been a more dangerous enemy of Christ than this apostate State of Rome. The Heathens had but one way of opposing Christ, viz. persecution, which tended much to the honour of Christ and his grace by the sufferings of the faithful:
They went out from us, chap. 2.19. but yet that there was one special Antichrist to come, of which the Church was forewarned, you have herd that Antichrist should come, cap. 2.18. and surely there hath never been a more dangerous enemy of christ than this apostate State of Room. The heathens had but one Way of opposing christ, viz. persecution, which tended much to the honour of christ and his grace by the sufferings of the faithful:
and we do prove all the properties of Antichrist to belong to the Pope, even this of denying Christ to be come in the flesh in effect though not expresly,
and we do prove all the properties of Antichrist to belong to the Pope, even this of denying christ to be come in the Flesh in Effect though not expressly,
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and can consent to the deposing of their persons and the giving away their Kindoms to strangers, are certainly for the Court as well as for the Church of Rome.
and can consent to the deposing of their Persons and the giving away their Kingdoms to Strangers, Are Certainly for the Court as well as for the Church of Room.
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he rules as a God not as Gods vicegerent, nor doth he use his power for the proper ends of government, to maintain the true religion, justice, honesty,
he rules as a God not as God's vicegerent, nor does he use his power for the proper ends of government, to maintain the true Religion, Justice, honesty,
Ver. 5. The Apostle having spoke thus much of the man of sin, calleth the Thess. to remembrance of what he had said to them about this matter when present with them.
Ver. 5. The Apostle having spoke thus much of the man of since, calls the Thess to remembrance of what he had said to them about this matter when present with them.
Christ and the true doctrine of Salvation are, NONLATINALPHABET, the mystery of godliness, and the apostasie from this faith is NONLATINALPHABET, a mystery of iniquity. The great Whore, Rev. 17.5.
christ and the true Doctrine of Salvation Are,, the mystery of godliness, and the apostasy from this faith is, a mystery of iniquity. The great Whore, Rev. 17.5.
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Some travellers have observed amongst other antiquities at Rome, that there are shewn some ancient Miters of former Popes, that have the word Mysterium in Golden characters upon the front of them;
some travellers have observed among other antiquities At Room, that there Are shown Some ancient Miters of former Popes, that have the word Mysterium in Golden characters upon the front of them;
that it was fit that he that is Lord of Lords and King of Kings, should have a servant or Deputy on earth, who should have Soveraign power over all persons and causes:
that it was fit that he that is Lord of lords and King of Kings, should have a servant or Deputy on earth, who should have Sovereign power over all Persons and Causes:
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or that they should judge of Ecclesiastical causes or dispose of Ecclesiastical imployments, but that all should be managed by a spiritual Court and spiritual person.
or that they should judge of Ecclesiastical Causes or dispose of Ecclesiastical employments, but that all should be managed by a spiritual Court and spiritual person.
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for what end shall there be of Questions and controversies in Religion, or in Civil matters? How shall Heresies, Schisms, Wars and Seditions be prevented,
for what end shall there be of Questions and controversies in Religion, or in Civil matters? How shall Heresies, Schisms, Wars and Seditions be prevented,
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therefore they give them Images, Crucifixes &c. which they call Laymens books to stir up their devotion, without danger of making them heady or highminded;
Therefore they give them Images, Crucifixes etc. which they call Laymens books to stir up their devotion, without danger of making them heady or High-minded;
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spiritual knowledge, pious affections, spiritual worship, such as teaching the word, prayer, and use of plain Sacraments as Christ appointed them, they think are mean things instead of these they build Temples, adorn Images, adore the bread in the Eucharist, offer incense, Tapers,
spiritual knowledge, pious affections, spiritual worship, such as teaching the word, prayer, and use of plain Sacraments as christ appointed them, they think Are mean things instead of these they built Temples, adorn Images, adore the bred in the Eucharist, offer incense, Tapers,
The Council of Trent commands that the Priests should carefully teach the people the right use of Images, which are to mind them of their Saints, their virtues,
The Council of Trent commands that the Priests should carefully teach the people the right use of Images, which Are to mind them of their Saints, their Virtues,
and the Pomp and riches of the Pope and his Bishops is to preserve the Gospel in honour, and religion from contempt. 5. They pretend great mortification.
and the Pomp and riches of the Pope and his Bishops is to preserve the Gospel in honour, and Religion from contempt. 5. They pretend great mortification.
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and craving his absolution, and all to shew their sorrow for sin, and to break them off from it more surely than the plain Spiritual means of the word and prayer.
and craving his absolution, and all to show their sorrow for since, and to break them off from it more surely than the plain Spiritual means of the word and prayer.
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and whose prayers and private Masses are always going for the benefit of the Church. Thus they have plausible pretences for all their doctrines and practices;
and whose Prayers and private Masses Are always going for the benefit of the Church. Thus they have plausible pretences for all their doctrines and practices;
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2. The pretence of infallibility is only to gain authority to himself, that he may command and do what he pleaseth in the world it is used only to draw people into seditions and massacres, to patronize any unjust actions or claims,
2. The pretence of infallibility is only to gain Authority to himself, that he may command and do what he Pleases in the world it is used only to draw people into seditions and massacres, to patronise any unjust actions or claims,
or giveth dispensations to contract unlawful Matrimony (as betwixt Uncle and Niece in Philip 2. of Spain, or betwixt Brother and brothers Wife as at this day in Portugal, the former husband yet living,
or gives dispensations to contract unlawful Matrimony (as betwixt Uncle and Niece in Philip 2. of Spain, or betwixt Brother and Brother's Wife as At this day in Portugal, the former husband yet living,
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There is a great difference among themselves, betwixt the Dominicans and Jesuites, about the immaculate conception of the Virgin Mary; Philip the 2 and 3. of Spain did for many years together by their Embassadours earnestly sollicite the Popes to use their Infallibility and decide the controversie,
There is a great difference among themselves, betwixt the Dominicans and Jesuits, about the immaculate conception of the Virgae Marry; Philip the 2 and 3. of Spain did for many Years together by their ambassadors earnestly solicit the Popes to use their Infallibility and decide the controversy,
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He appointed men to consider of it, but when they had had fourscore meetings and disputations about it under Clement 8. and 1 Paul 5. the business was fairly laid aside and no determination made.
He appointed men to Consider of it, but when they had had fourscore meetings and disputations about it under Clement 8. and 1 Paul 5. the business was fairly laid aside and no determination made.
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Innocent the 10. being desired to determine the matter of the five propositions, relating to the same doctrine of the Jansenists, first honestly told them that he never studied Dinity in his life,
Innocent the 10. being desired to determine the matter of the five propositions, relating to the same Doctrine of the Jansenists, First honestly told them that he never studied Dinity in his life,
he afterwards told the Jannists that defended these propositions (as one of themselves) that he had not condemned the doctrine of St. Augustine which they maintained;
he afterwards told the Jannists that defended these propositions (as one of themselves) that he had not condemned the Doctrine of Saint Augustine which they maintained;
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3. They take away the Scriptures from the people meerly to keep them in ignorance, that they may guide and govern them the better at their own pleasure.
3. They take away the Scriptures from the people merely to keep them in ignorance, that they may guide and govern them the better At their own pleasure.
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What if some be gluttons and surfeit? Must therefore all men be deprived of their necessary meat and drink? God gave his Law that men might know how to fear and serve him;
What if Some be gluttons and surfeit? Must Therefore all men be deprived of their necessary meat and drink? God gave his Law that men might know how to Fear and serve him;
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Why do they not try what effect the reading of the Scriptures will have upon people? Are not their Clergy and Scholars as likely to abuse the Scriptures, to pervert them, to fall into errors and defend them by Scripture,
Why do they not try what Effect the reading of the Scriptures will have upon people? are not their Clergy and Scholars as likely to abuse the Scriptures, to pervert them, to fallen into errors and defend them by Scripture,
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though their own men acknowledge that Translation to be most corrupt and false, and one of them saith, he in his edition had mended eight thousand faults;
though their own men acknowledge that translation to be most corrupt and false, and one of them Says, he in his edition had mended eight thousand Faults;
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4. They give the people images, and the Host to worship, to take them off from the spiritural knowledge and worship of Jesus Christ, to make them content without the Bible, to bring them into an admiration of the Saints, that they only make and canonize, to lead them into all superstition for the gain of the Pope and his Clergy:
4. They give the people Images, and the Host to worship, to take them off from the spiritual knowledge and worship of jesus christ, to make them content without the bible, to bring them into an admiration of the Saints, that they only make and canonise, to led them into all Superstition for the gain of the Pope and his Clergy:
for what may they not do with the people, when they have perswaded them to take a bit of bread for their God, to offer their prayers to stocks and stones instead of their maker,
for what may they not do with the people, when they have persuaded them to take a bit of bred for their God, to offer their Prayers to stocks and stones instead of their maker,
when they will content themselves with offering incense, tapers, Latin prayers and the like, as their sacrifices to God (which He never commanded and they understand not) and be taken off from hearing Gods word,
when they will content themselves with offering incense, Tapers, Latin Prayers and the like, as their Sacrifices to God (which He never commanded and they understand not) and be taken off from hearing God's word,
and this is all they aim at to have them take their religion wholly from the Pope not from the Scriptures, that so they may be perfectly subject to his will.
and this is all they aim At to have them take their Religion wholly from the Pope not from the Scriptures, that so they may be perfectly Subject to his will.
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6. Their humble subjection to their superiours which they call Blind obedience, Caecam obedientiam, is a manifest trick to bring the people into absolute subjection to their Clergy,
6. Their humble subjection to their superiors which they call Blind Obedience, Caecam obedientiam, is a manifest trick to bring the people into absolute subjection to their Clergy,
upon this pretence the Friars and Jesuites daily send their Emissaries to murder Kings, to divide Nations, to spread Heresies, to take upon them all manner of disguises, to take any Oaths or protestations to carry on their designs;
upon this pretence the Friars and Jesuits daily send their Emissaries to murder Kings, to divide nations, to spread Heresies, to take upon them all manner of disguises, to take any Oaths or protestations to carry on their designs;
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they teach men to doubt of their Salvation while they live, that they may still depend upon the Priest to confess and be absolved, that they may be still under his command and correction, in appointing new superstitions and penances;
they teach men to doubt of their Salvation while they live, that they may still depend upon the Priest to confess and be absolved, that they may be still under his command and correction, in appointing new superstitions and penances;
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7. They forbid their Clergy to marry, not from zeal for holiness and purity, (seeing they allow them fornication) but that having no families to care for,
7. They forbid their Clergy to marry, not from zeal for holiness and purity, (seeing they allow them fornication) but that having no families to care for,
of these he can raise Armies, from them he can exact vast sums of money, he can make strong parties in any Nation against their Prince, he can turn people which way he pleases; In a word;
of these he can raise Armies, from them he can exact vast sums of money, he can make strong parties in any nation against their Prince, he can turn people which Way he Pleases; In a word;
his unmarried Clergy, and Regulars, make him a Monarch, they are his Populus virorum, intirely at his devotion, having no posterity nor personal concerns to care for:
his unmarried Clergy, and Regulars, make him a Monarch, they Are his Populus virorum, entirely At his devotion, having no posterity nor personal concerns to care for:
and so be neighbourly, oblige the people, please their Princes and Governours, contract affinities, and so they would be concerned in the safety, peace, prosperity of the Nations and places they live in,
and so be neighbourly, oblige the people, please their Princes and Governors, contract affinities, and so they would be concerned in the safety, peace, Prosperity of the nations and places they live in,
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He that letteth will lett, &c. The Apostle saith, this mystery of iniquity was working in his time, therefore it could not be the religion of Mahomet, which was not heard of till about the year of our Lord 622. Much less Heathenism or Judaism which were then the establisht religions of the world;
He that lets will let, etc. The Apostle Says, this mystery of iniquity was working in his time, Therefore it could not be the Religion of Mahomet, which was not herd of till about the year of our Lord 622. Much less Heathenism or Judaism which were then the established Religions of the world;
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nor yet the general opposition of the body of the wicked against the godly; which the Rhemists would have understood by mystical Babylon; for this is alwaies manifest;
nor yet the general opposition of the body of the wicked against the godly; which the Rhemists would have understood by mystical Babylon; for this is always manifest;
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this was occasioned by Rome 's being the Metropolis of the world, and the seat of the Empire, which as it drew all civil affairs and supreme Jurisdiction to that place,
this was occasioned by Room is being the Metropolis of the world, and the seat of the Empire, which as it drew all civil affairs and supreme Jurisdiction to that place,
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so did it insensibly draw the admiration, respect, and causes of all Churches to the guides of that Church, which the following Bishops challenged as their due,
so did it insensibly draw the admiration, respect, and Causes of all Churches to the guides of that Church, which the following Bishops challenged as their endue,
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Soon after him Cornelius and Stephen successively took upon them with great pride to determine causes belonging to the Churches of A. frick, while Cyprian was Bishop of Carthage, of which he complains in his Epistles to them.
Soon After him Cornelius and Stephen successively took upon them with great pride to determine Causes belonging to the Churches of A. frick, while Cyprian was Bishop of Carthage, of which he complains in his Epistles to them.
Pope Sylvester by his Legats in the Council of Nice an. 325. obtained power over all those regions called Suburbicariae which were subject to the Praefect of Rome; and from that time the Bishops of Rome boldly challenged the primacie of all Churches,
Pope Sylvester by his Legates in the Council of Nicaenae an. 325. obtained power over all those regions called Suburbicariae which were Subject to the Praefect of Room; and from that time the Bishops of Room boldly challenged the primacy of all Churches,
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The Council of Sardica having made a Canon that all doctrines should be tried by the Bishop of Rome, meaning it only for that time when Rome was a bulwork against the Arians; several Roman Bishops, Celestine, Boniface and Innocent the first thrust this Canon into the Council of Nice, and pretended that by authority of that venerable Council, the Tryal of all doctrines and causes was given to them;
The Council of Sardica having made a Canon that all doctrines should be tried by the Bishop of Rome, meaning it only for that time when Room was a bulwark against the Arians; several Roman Bishops, Celestine, Boniface and Innocent the First thrust this Canon into the Council of Nicaenae, and pretended that by Authority of that venerable Council, the Trial of all doctrines and Causes was given to them;
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and when the Bishops of Constantinople challenged a parity with the Bishops of Rome, because that City was made new Rome, and the Seat of the Empire in the East, Pope Leo 's Legates protested against it in the Council of Chalcedon Ann. 450. Thus the ambition of Rome discovered it self apace,
and when the Bishops of Constantinople challenged a parity with the Bishops of Room, Because that city was made new Room, and the Seat of the Empire in the East, Pope Leo is Legates protested against it in the Council of Chalcedon Ann. 450. Thus the ambition of Room discovered it self apace,
but it could not yet attain its end, because somewhat still hindred, and this was the Roman Empire, which divers antient Fathers witness to have been the Apostles meaning, by him that letteth;
but it could not yet attain its end, Because somewhat still hindered, and this was the Roman Empire, which diverse ancient Father's witness to have been the Apostles meaning, by him that lets;
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saying that he did not expresly mention the Empire lest he should give offence by speaking of the fall of that Empire which they presumed should last for ever, insomuch that Roma aeterna eternal Rome was always written upon the Statue of a woman that represented that City,
saying that he did not expressly mention the Empire lest he should give offence by speaking of the fallen of that Empire which they presumed should last for ever, insomuch that Roma aeterna Eternal Room was always written upon the Statue of a woman that represented that city,
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and Bellarmine would prove that Antichrist is not yet come, because there is still a Roman Emperour, viz. the Emperour of Germany who hath the titles of Roman Caesar & Augustus; but he hath the empty title only,
and Bellarmine would prove that Antichrist is not yet come, Because there is still a Roman Emperor, viz. the Emperor of Germany who hath the titles of Roman Caesar & Augustus; but he hath the empty title only,
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and the Christian Emperours not only kept the civil power in their own hands, but also called and presided in Councils, approved and confirmed the elections of all Bishops,
and the Christian emperors not only kept the civil power in their own hands, but also called and presided in Councils, approved and confirmed the elections of all Bishops,
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for by those degrees the Empire declined, the Bishop of Rome ascended the throne, as it followeth in the Text, v. 8. Then shall that wicked be revealed &c. NONLATINALPHABET, that wicked or lawless person;
for by those Degrees the Empire declined, the Bishop of Room ascended the throne, as it follows in the Text, v. 8. Then shall that wicked be revealed etc., that wicked or lawless person;
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when the restraint and laws of the Emperours were taken off, then was the time for the lawless person to appear, who professeth himself subject to no law,
when the restraint and laws of the emperors were taken off, then was the time for the lawless person to appear, who Professes himself Subject to no law,
and set Ambassadours in their names, two or three at a time in Princely manner, then they cried up the dignity and primacy of Peter, and of the Apostolick See,
and Set ambassadors in their names, two or three At a time in Princely manner, then they cried up the dignity and primacy of Peter, and of the Apostolic See,
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again when Rome was sackt by the Goths and Vandals, and the Emperours power decayed in Italy, the Bishops of Rome assumed more authority to themselves,
again when Room was sacked by the Gothis and Vandals, and the emperors power decayed in Italy, the Bishops of Room assumed more Authority to themselves,
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When Odoacer had taken Rome and made himself King of Italy, Pope Gelasius joyned with him, called a Council of seventy Bishops at Rome, and presided in it in the presence of the usurper, Ann. 570. After this when the Imperial race was almost extinguisht in the East by the impious Tyrant Phocas, Boniface 3. readily joyns with him, writes flattering letters to him,
When Odoacer had taken Room and made himself King of Italy, Pope Gelasius joined with him, called a Council of seventy Bishops At Room, and presided in it in the presence of the usurper, Ann. 570. After this when the Imperial raze was almost extinguished in the East by the impious Tyrant Phocas, Boniface 3. readily joins with him, writes flattering letters to him,
and obtained of him the long desired title of universal Bishop, Ann. 606. And now the Emperours are beholding to the Bishops of Rome, to hold their dominion in Italy; yet this was a Clog to them that their election must be approved by the Emperours;
and obtained of him the long desired title of universal Bishop, Ann. 606. And now the emperors Are beholding to the Bishops of Room, to hold their dominion in Italy; yet this was a Clog to them that their election must be approved by the emperors;
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when therefore they had prevailed with Constantine 4. to release them of this obligation, and to grant, that whom the Senate and people of Rome chose, he should be received as Pope without asking the Emperours consent,
when Therefore they had prevailed with Constantine 4. to release them of this obligation, and to grant, that whom the Senate and people of Room chosen, he should be received as Pope without asking the emperors consent,
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and the following Popes, Gregory the 2. and 3. excommunicated 2. Emperours, Philippicus and Leo, for opposing Image worship, absolved their Subjects from their Oath of allegiance,
and the following Popes, Gregory the 2. and 3. excommunicated 2. emperors, Philippicus and Leo, for opposing Image worship, absolved their Subject's from their Oath of allegiance,
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and raising war against them, finally drove them out of Italy about the year 750. Yet the Lombards troubled the Pope, till he called in Pipin who subdued them,
and raising war against them, finally drove them out of Italy about the year 750. Yet the Lombards troubled the Pope, till he called in Pippin who subdued them,
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and to hold his Crown as his gift, which was principally managed though not finished by Hilderbrand, Pope Gregory 7. about the year 1077. And now the man of sin was revealed indeed and come to maturity,
and to hold his Crown as his gift, which was principally managed though not finished by Hilderbrand, Pope Gregory 7. about the year 1077. And now the man of since was revealed indeed and come to maturity,
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and ever since the Pope hath filled all the West with wars, Massacres and the private murders of his inquisition, to uphold the power he had so honestly gotten:
and ever since the Pope hath filled all the West with wars, Massacres and the private murders of his inquisition, to uphold the power he had so honestly got:
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he hath also made attempts upon the Eastern Churches, and he gained some power over them while the Latines reigned in Constantinople, but that fell with them,
he hath also made attempts upon the Eastern Churches, and he gained Some power over them while the Latins reigned in Constantinople, but that fell with them,
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for he for money grants the Christians their Churches and exercise of their religion, but the Pope will suffer none to live that will not submit to him.
for he for money grants the Christians their Churches and exercise of their Religion, but the Pope will suffer none to live that will not submit to him.
At first the Bishops of Rome were eminent for parts, piety, and sufferings, as usually such men are preferred and imployed in great, especially Metropolitical Cities;
At First the Bishops of Room were eminent for parts, piety, and sufferings, as usually such men Are preferred and employed in great, especially Metropolitical Cities;
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they granted them their Courts, their Apparitors, and attendance, with leave to all Christians to bring their causes to their Courts; this made them Pettie-Princes;
they granted them their Courts, their Apparitors, and attendance, with leave to all Christians to bring their Causes to their Courts; this made them Pettie-Princes;
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then they challenged the right of appeals from all Churches, though opposed and shamefully foiled by the Churches of Africk; they would receive any persons and causes into their patronage, the more unjust, the better for them;
then they challenged the right of appeals from all Churches, though opposed and shamefully foiled by the Churches of Africa; they would receive any Persons and Causes into their patronage, the more unjust, the better for them;
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and all the rest of their superstitions, viz. because the promoters and defenders of these corruptions fled to the Popes authority to shelter themselves from the power and censure of the sounder part of the Church,
and all the rest of their superstitions, viz. Because the promoters and defenders of these corruptions fled to the Popes Authority to shelter themselves from the power and censure of the sounder part of the Church,
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moreover the sloth and ignorance of may in the ministry, and the pride of others, who sought to advance themselves, by advancing the Pope, did not a little contribute to his power;
moreover the sloth and ignorance of may in the Ministry, and the pride of Others, who sought to advance themselves, by advancing the Pope, did not a little contribute to his power;
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for they overturned the government, destroyed the more knowing people, in themselves being both Pagans and void of all learning, received Religion from the Pope and superstition together,
for they overturned the government, destroyed the more knowing people, in themselves being both Pagans and void of all learning, received Religion from the Pope and Superstition together,
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Hitherto the Apostle hath given the description of Antichrist, and soretold his insolency, and Tyranny over the Church, to teach Christians what to expect,
Hitherto the Apostle hath given the description of Antichrist, and soretold his insolency, and Tyranny over the Church, to teach Christians what to expect,
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but when the appointed time was come, a few inconsiderable men, Luther and his fellows, only by preaching the word, in the space of about 40. years rent from the Pope half his Empire,
but when the appointed time was come, a few inconsiderable men, Luther and his Fellows, only by preaching the word, in the Molle of about 40. Years rend from the Pope half his Empire,
and paying him much less homage and subjection than before: Again since the first reformation, though powerful Princes and many Nations have imbraced the Gospel,
and paying him much less homage and subjection than before: Again since the First Reformation, though powerful Princes and many nations have embraced the Gospel,
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and have made some attempts by power and arms to promote it, and have had some very fair opportunities (as when Hen. the 4. a Protestant was made King of France, and conquered all his opposers;
and have made Some attempts by power and arms to promote it, and have had Some very fair opportunities (as when Hen. the 4. a Protestant was made King of France, and conquered all his opposers;
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and when they had gained it and thought all sure, about Ann. 1160. God raised the Waldenses and Albigenses to bear witness against them, who spread themselves into France, Italy, Bohemia, Austria, England, and could never be extinguisht, till their doctrine swallowed up a great part of Popery,
and when they had gained it and Thought all sure, about Ann. 1160. God raised the Waldenses and Albigenses to bear witness against them, who spread themselves into France, Italy, Bohemia, Austria, England, and could never be extinguished, till their Doctrine swallowed up a great part of Popery,
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v. that there should be one hundred forty four thousand under the Tyranny of the beast who kept themselves undefiled, Virgins, who followed the Lamb whithersoever he went,
v. that there should be one hundred forty four thousand under the Tyranny of the beast who kept themselves undefiled, Virgins, who followed the Lamb whithersoever he went,
though there were many Christians in them, and no sooner had they received the Gospel but it began to be darkned by the invasion of Pagans, Goths and Vandals, by the fraud and violence of Mahomet and his followers,
though there were many Christians in them, and no sooner had they received the Gospel but it began to be darkened by the invasion of Pagans, Gothis and Vandals, by the fraud and violence of Mahomet and his followers,
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and he at last scaled up the Bible, and quite changed Christian religion into a new sort of Paganism; then for about 350. years the truth was forced into corners,
and he At last scaled up the bible, and quite changed Christian Religion into a new sort of Paganism; then for about 350. Years the truth was forced into corners,
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Not only the godly, but the generality of men also shall believe and acknowledge the cheats of the Pope, the false doctrines and delusions of his Ministers,
Not only the godly, but the generality of men also shall believe and acknowledge the cheats of the Pope, the false doctrines and delusions of his Ministers,
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4. Christ will stir up the spirit of Princes to destroy Rome it self and that wicked Polity, Rev. 17.16. The Kings of the earth shall hate the whore and burn her flesh with fire:
4. christ will stir up the Spirit of Princes to destroy Room it self and that wicked Polity, Rev. 17.16. The Kings of the earth shall hate the whore and burn her Flesh with fire:
As the Kings for their own interest and private designs chiesly, though under a pretence of devotion, advanced the Pope, till he was able to tread upon all their necks;
As the Kings for their own Interest and private designs chiefly, though under a pretence of devotion, advanced the Pope, till he was able to tread upon all their necks;
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5. And by this means the Tyranny, insinuations, and interests of the Pope and the Princes that joyned with him, being removed and dissolved, the Gospel shall have its free passage,
5. And by this means the Tyranny, insinuations, and interests of the Pope and the Princes that joined with him, being removed and dissolved, the Gospel shall have its free passage,
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Many learned men have interpreted this place of Christs destroying the man of sin by the brightness of his coming, of Christs coming to the last judgement,
Many learned men have interpreted this place of Christ destroying the man of since by the brightness of his coming, of Christ coming to the last judgement,
particularly the destruction of the Jews for rejecting Christ, is exprest by the Prophets Joel and Malachie in such phrases that have occasioned many to interpret them of the last judgement;
particularly the destruction of the jews for rejecting christ, is expressed by the prophets Joel and Malachi in such phrases that have occasioned many to interpret them of the last judgement;
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The Scriptures foretel in many words and with many circumstances the fall of Mystical Babylon, which is Rome, and mostly in the same words that foretold the ruin of old Babylon, as is plain by comparing the 51. ch. of Jeremiah, with the 18. chap. or Rev. and this is spoken both to deter men from complying with Rome, and encourage the godly to patience in their sufferings under her Tyranny;
The Scriptures foretell in many words and with many Circumstances the fallen of Mystical Babylon, which is Rome, and mostly in the same words that foretold the ruin of old Babylon, as is plain by comparing the 51. changed. of Jeremiah, with the 18. chap. or Rev. and this is spoken both to deter men from complying with Room, and encourage the godly to patience in their sufferings under her Tyranny;
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but all this is needless in a great measure if no more were intended than to tell the world that Rome and her power should be destroyed when the whole world should end;
but all this is needless in a great measure if no more were intended than to tell the world that Room and her power should be destroyed when the Whole world should end;
moreover it is prophesied, Rev. 17.16. that the ten Kings that gave their power to the beast, i.e. some of them, shall take the Whore, eat her flesh and burn her with fire: chap. 18.2. An Angel again foretells that Babylon should be cast down with violence as a great milstone into the Sea, and never rise again, which were no wonder if this were not to be till the end of the world.
moreover it is prophesied, Rev. 17.16. that the ten Kings that gave their power to the beast, i.e. Some of them, shall take the Whore, eat her Flesh and burn her with fire: chap. 18.2. an Angel again foretells that Babylon should be cast down with violence as a great millstone into the Sea, and never rise again, which were no wonder if this were not to be till the end of the world.
It is also said v. 2, 3. as it was of old Babylon, that all unclean and hateful birds should lodge in the ruines of Rome: v. 4, 5. Christ commands his people to come out of her that they may not partake of her plagues:
It is also said v. 2, 3. as it was of old Babylon, that all unclean and hateful Birds should lodge in the ruins of Room: v. 4, 5. christ commands his people to come out of her that they may not partake of her plagues:
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v. 8, 9. some of the Kings that still adhered to her with others of all sorts are described to make great lamentation over her, when they behold the smoak of her burning;
v. 8, 9. Some of the Kings that still adhered to her with Others of all sorts Are described to make great lamentation over her, when they behold the smoke of her burning;
these things are certain, and show that the Church shall be delivered both from the seduction and persecution of the Pope, some time before the end of the world;
these things Are certain, and show that the Church shall be Delivered both from the seduction and persecution of the Pope, Some time before the end of the world;
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and it is very probable that the thousand years peace of the Church foretold chap. 20. is to succeed the fall of Rome: all other conjectures about it are already confuted by the event;
and it is very probable that the thousand Years peace of the Church foretold chap. 20. is to succeed the fallen of Room: all other Conjectures about it Are already confuted by the event;
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and that it cannot be meant of heaven is evident from this, that Gog and Magog are to make insurrection against the Church a little before the thousand years expireth,
and that it cannot be meant of heaven is evident from this, that Gog and Magog Are to make insurrection against the Church a little before the thousand Years expireth,
that Church Christ hath promised to destroy, and that with a desolation proportionable to all the magnificence and pomp she hath enjoyed, with an overthrow that shall make a change as if the world were ending.
that Church christ hath promised to destroy, and that with a desolation proportionable to all the magnificence and pomp she hath enjoyed, with an overthrow that shall make a change as if the world were ending.
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the blood and sufferings of the Saints shall be revenged upon Rome abundantly, Rev. 18.7, 8. and they shall have abundant joy in her destruction and their own deliverance,
the blood and sufferings of the Saints shall be revenged upon Room abundantly, Rev. 18.7, 8. and they shall have abundant joy in her destruction and their own deliverance,
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and saw all their enemies dead on the shore, Rev. 15.2, 3, 4. 3. The godly both ministers and people should be encouraged to oppose and strive against Popery to the utmost;
and saw all their enemies dead on the shore, Rev. 15.2, 3, 4. 3. The godly both Ministers and people should be encouraged to oppose and strive against Popery to the utmost;
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the preaching and writing of godly ministers, the endeavours and sufferings of godly people are so many Testimonies against Rome, and do weaken her interest,
the preaching and writing of godly Ministers, the endeavours and sufferings of godly people Are so many Testimonies against Room, and do weaken her Interest,
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and shall in time be all revived and prevail for her ruin, notwithstanding all her arts and force and cruelties to preserve her self, of which we have a pledge, in that by these means many Kingdoms and Nations have already forsaken her.
and shall in time be all revived and prevail for her ruin, notwithstanding all her arts and force and cruelties to preserve her self, of which we have a pledge, in that by these means many Kingdoms and nations have already forsaken her.
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though few should be valiant for it, fear not, the word and spirit of Christ will turn about the hearts of Princes and people to hate the Whore in due time:
though few should be valiant for it, Fear not, the word and Spirit of christ will turn about the hearts of Princes and people to hate the Whore in due time:
and am no Widow, and shall see no sorrow, Therefore shall her plagues come in one day, &c. even as Pharaoh did most distress Israel, and was most confident of success the night before his ruin;
and am no Widow, and shall see no sorrow, Therefore shall her plagues come in one day, etc. even as Pharaoh did most distress Israel, and was most confident of success the night before his ruin;
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Here are described the arts and methods by which the man of sin should attain his greatness and deceive the world, partly that we may be the more aware of him,
Here Are described the arts and methods by which the man of since should attain his greatness and deceive the world, partly that we may be the more aware of him,
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and partly to set out the power of Christ, and the efficacy of his word, by whom he shall be destroyed, notwithstanding all his arts and policies to preserve himself:
and partly to Set out the power of christ, and the efficacy of his word, by whom he shall be destroyed, notwithstanding all his arts and policies to preserve himself:
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his coming saith the Text, NONLATINALPHABET his appearing, and attaining supremacy in the Church is, NONLATINALPHABET, according to the effectual working of the Devil;
his coming Says the Text, his appearing, and attaining supremacy in the Church is,, according to the effectual working of the devil;
for besides force the usual methods whereby the four former great Monarchies were raised and preserved, which also the Pope made use of, here are other peculiar methods suited to the nature of a religious Monarchy, or Tyranny under pretence of religion;
for beside force the usual methods whereby the four former great Monarchies were raised and preserved, which also the Pope made use of, Here Are other peculiar methods suited to the nature of a religious Monarchy, or Tyranny under pretence of Religion;
which are various expressions of miracles and miraculous operations to gain credit to their Doctrine and pretences, NONLATINALPHABET, with all unrighteous deceits and cheats;
which Are various expressions of Miracles and miraculous operations to gain credit to their Doctrine and pretences,, with all unrighteous Deceits and cheats;
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as Moses approved and confirmed his law and institutions by miracles and wonders, and Christ with his Apostles confirmed the Gospel with signs and wonders and divers miracles and gifts of the holy Ghost, Heb. 2.4. so Antichrist endeavored to prove his power, errors and superstitions by miracles, signs, and wonders;
as Moses approved and confirmed his law and institutions by Miracles and wonders, and christ with his Apostles confirmed the Gospel with Signs and wonders and diverse Miracles and Gifts of the holy Ghost, Hebrew 2.4. so Antichrist endeavoured to prove his power, errors and superstitions by Miracles, Signs, and wonders;
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the miracles of Moses and the Prophets, Christ and the Apostles, were real, weighty and useful things, frequent and innumerable, apparent to all the world, exposed to the Tryal and examination of all,
the Miracles of Moses and the prophets, christ and the Apostles, were real, weighty and useful things, frequent and innumerable, apparent to all the world, exposed to the Trial and examination of all,
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but these of Antichrist are lying wonders, ungodly cheats, many of them ridiculous trifles, of no use, unbeseeming the finger of God, that are done in a corner,
but these of Antichrist Are lying wonders, ungodly cheats, many of them ridiculous trifles, of no use, unbeseeming the finger of God, that Are done in a corner,
A false prophet may indeed give a sign, foretell some future event by art, and God may suffer that sign to come to pass, to prove his people whether they will stick to his word, Deut. 13.1, 2, 3. but he will never interpose his immediate power to work a miracle to confirm false doctrine, which were to set his own seal to that which is contrary to his own word;
A false Prophet may indeed give a Signen, foretell Some future event by art, and God may suffer that Signen to come to pass, to prove his people whither they will stick to his word, Deuteronomy 13.1, 2, 3. but he will never interpose his immediate power to work a miracle to confirm false Doctrine, which were to Set his own seal to that which is contrary to his own word;
the miracles and signs therefore that Papists pretend to, some of them are the meer works of nature, only strange to the common people, some are works of art, Physick, Mathematicks, &c. some are meer tricks of Legerdemain,
the Miracles and Signs Therefore that Papists pretend to, Some of them Are the mere works of nature, only strange to the Common people, Some Are works of art, Physic, Mathematics, etc. Some Are mere tricks of Legerdemain,
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and some are more lies, without either foundation in the things, or colour of truth, many of them also are wrought by Magick and assistance of the Devil,
and Some Are more lies, without either Foundation in the things, or colour of truth, many of them also Are wrought by Magic and assistance of the devil,
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as when they cause doleful cries and howlings in the night, and apparitions of persons deceased, to make the simple believe that the souls in Purgatory come forth to beg prayers and Masses, which practice was very frequent in Luthers time:
as when they cause doleful cries and howlings in the night, and apparitions of Persons deceased, to make the simple believe that the Souls in Purgatory come forth to beg Prayers and Masses, which practice was very frequent in Luthers time:
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Christians that own the Scriptures for the perfect rule of faith and manners, need them not, the matter of those Scriptures having been abundantly confirmed long since by unquestionable miracles and Divine attestations;
Christians that own the Scriptures for the perfect Rule of faith and manners, need them not, the matter of those Scriptures having been abundantly confirmed long since by unquestionable Miracles and Divine attestations;
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but the Papists who add unwritten, uncertain traditions, and the decrees of Popes and Councils to the rule, have need to confirm them by signs and miracles, if they could;
but the Papists who add unwritten, uncertain traditions, and the decrees of Popes and Councils to the Rule, have need to confirm them by Signs and Miracles, if they could;
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that Wittikin the Saxon King in England seeing Christians receive the Sacrament in a certain Church, went out and reported, that he saw the Christians each one put a little smiling boy into their mouths;
that Wittikin the Saxon King in England seeing Christians receive the Sacrament in a certain Church, went out and reported, that he saw the Christians each one put a little smiling boy into their mouths;
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when the invocation of Saints was opposed in its beginning, and Pope Constantine had called a Council at Rome to consider on it, Ann. 1012. Edwin a Monk of Gloucester made Oath before the Council that the Virgin Mary appeared to him in a vision in great glory;
when the invocation of Saints was opposed in its beginning, and Pope Constantine had called a Council At Room to Consider on it, Ann. 1012. Edwin a Monk of Gloucester made Oath before the Council that the Virgae Marry appeared to him in a vision in great glory;
they also read the acts and lying wonders of their Saints, upon their festival days in their Churches, always concluding their fabulous narrations with such words:
they also read the acts and lying wonders of their Saints, upon their festival days in their Churches, always concluding their fabulous narrations with such words:
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Let us then learn to admire such a Saint, let us pray to such a Saint, &c. Saint Francis and his-Friars, they say, have raised above a thousand men from the dead;
Let us then Learn to admire such a Saint, let us pray to such a Saint, etc. Saint Francis and his-Friars, they say, have raised above a thousand men from the dead;
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their Saints heal all manner of diseases, cast out Devils, can bring fire from heaven, as they report, and these are the proofs of Divine worship due to them.
their Saints heal all manner of diseases, cast out Devils, can bring fire from heaven, as they report, and these Are the proofs of Divine worship due to them.
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to this purpose they make great use of the Vulcans i. e. burning Mountains in Italy, Sicily, and the Isles of the Aeolides, where are heard frequent noises of divers kinds, which they tell the people are the gates of Purgatory,
to this purpose they make great use of the Vulcans i. e. burning Mountains in Italy, Sicily, and the Isles of the Aeolides, where Are herd frequent noises of diverse Kinds, which they tell the people Are the gates of Purgatory,
They report of one Birstan Bishop of Winchester, that as he was walking according to his custome in the Church-yard at midnight, earnestly praying for the souls in Purgatory,
They report of one Birstan Bishop of Winchester, that as he was walking according to his custom in the Churchyard At midnight, earnestly praying for the Souls in Purgatory,
when he came to those words requiescant in pace, let them rest in peace, he suddenly heard the voices of an innumerable company, small and great, in the graves say Amen. 5. Their religious orders:
when he Come to those words Requiescant in pace, let them rest in peace, he suddenly herd the voices of an innumerable company, small and great, in the graves say Amen. 5. Their religious order:
St. Benedict, St. Dominick, St. Francis, the founders of so many Orders of Friars, and Ignatius Loyola, the Father of the Jesuites, all obtained both the honour of Saints,
Saint Benedict, Saint Dominick, Saint Francis, the founders of so many Order of Friars, and Ignatius Loyola, the Father of the Jesuits, all obtained both the honour of Saints,
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but not to them that believe (1 Cor. 14.21, 22.) who have already been convinced of the truth and fulness of the Scriptures, to which God expects they should yield their full assent and obedience.
but not to them that believe (1 Cor. 14.21, 22.) who have already been convinced of the truth and fullness of the Scriptures, to which God expects they should yield their full assent and Obedience.
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or give up themselves to them, but those that are to perish. Rev. 17.11. They that dwell on the earth wondred after the beast, even they whose names were not written in the book of life.
or give up themselves to them, but those that Are to perish. Rev. 17.11. They that dwell on the earth wondered After the beast, even they whose names were not written in the book of life.
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We have also here the reason why God suffereth so many to be delivered to their own destruction, viz. because they receive not the love of the truth that they might be saved;
We have also Here the reason why God suffers so many to be Delivered to their own destruction, viz. Because they receive not the love of the truth that they might be saved;
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and this is further amplified NONLATINALPHABET, and for this cause, viz. because they love not the truth, God shall send them strong delusions, NONLATINALPHABET, delusions that shall be effectual to make them believe a lie, who believed not the truth, i. e. obeyed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness, that so they might be damned.
and this is further amplified, and for this cause, viz. Because they love not the truth, God shall send them strong delusions,, delusions that shall be effectual to make them believe a lie, who believed not the truth, i. e. obeyed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness, that so they might be damned.
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men had no pleasure in holiness, but in unrighteousness and licentiousness, therefore God suffered them to be deprived of the Scriptures the mean and rule of holiness,
men had no pleasure in holiness, but in unrighteousness and licentiousness, Therefore God suffered them to be deprived of the Scriptures the mean and Rule of holiness,
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or else in all filthiness and profaneness, and yet to delude themselves with the vain hopes of pardons, indulgencies, dispensations, penances, and venial sins.
or Else in all filthiness and profaneness, and yet to delude themselves with the vain hope's of Pardons, Indulgences, dispensations, penances, and venial Sins.
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Men were weary of the spiritual worship of God, Faith and love, prayer and thanks giving, hearing the word and receiving the Sacraments with a serious heart and desire to profit by them,
Men were weary of the spiritual worship of God, Faith and love, prayer and thanks giving, hearing the word and receiving the Sacraments with a serious heart and desire to profit by them,
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therefore they are given up to be content to be deprived of Gods word, and to hear little but the lying miracles of feigned Saints and humane Traditions,
Therefore they Are given up to be content to be deprived of God's word, and to hear little but the lying Miracles of feigned Saints and humane Traditions,
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and to fool themselves with a belief that the Opus operatuns, their bare presence at them and performance of the outward work, is sufficient to save them:
and to fool themselves with a belief that the Opus operatuns, their bore presence At them and performance of the outward work, is sufficient to save them:
for this reason no means can withdraw men from their superstitious and Idolatrous practices, and from their brutish obedience to the Pope and their Priests,
for this reason no means can withdraw men from their superstitious and Idolatrous practices, and from their brutish Obedience to the Pope and their Priests,
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because God hath given them eyes that cannot see, and ears that cannot hear, and hearts that cannot perceive and understand, till he hath executed all his wrath upon them.
Because God hath given them eyes that cannot see, and ears that cannot hear, and hearts that cannot perceive and understand, till he hath executed all his wrath upon them.
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He that will do the will of him that sent me, he shall know of the doctrine whether it be of God, saith our Saviour, John 7.17. Scripture and reason will not suffer us to receive Popery as a truth, or as any religion;
He that will do the will of him that sent me, he shall know of the Doctrine whither it be of God, Says our Saviour, John 7.17. Scripture and reason will not suffer us to receive Popery as a truth, or as any Religion;
if his word and ordinances be more to us, than our appointed food, our Heavenly Father will not instead of it, give us a stone of Popish austerities and bodily service,
if his word and ordinances be more to us, than our appointed food, our Heavenly Father will not instead of it, give us a stone of Popish austerities and bodily service,
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And if they that bring the glad tidings of the Gospel are most welcome to us, God will never suffer us to be deluded into a slavish subjection to and fears of the Popes Bulls, and an idolatrous Mass-Priest.
And if they that bring the glad tidings of the Gospel Are most welcome to us, God will never suffer us to be deluded into a slavish subjection to and fears of the Popes Bulls, and an idolatrous Mass priest.
as if it were done already, and another seconding him with the Type of a Milstone thrown into the Sea, to shew that Babylon should never rise more, v. 21, 22, 23. 2. From the reason of it,
as if it were done already, and Another seconding him with the Type of a Millstone thrown into the Sea, to show that Babylon should never rise more, v. 21, 22, 23. 2. From the reason of it,
because both the Kings of the Earth had committed fornication with her and where deluded by her, v. 4. Thirdly, from a command to Gods people to forsake her, lest they should be consumed with her, v. 4, 5. Fourthly, From a command to the executioners of Gods vengeance to be very severe in it, v. 6, 7, 8. Fifthly, from a description of the Lamentation of her friends for her fall, v. 9, — 19. Sixthly, From a call to the Saints in heaven and earth to rejoyce in Gods vengeance upon her, v. 20. which is further exemplified ch. 19. throughout.
Because both the Kings of the Earth had committed fornication with her and where deluded by her, v. 4. Thirdly, from a command to God's people to forsake her, lest they should be consumed with her, v. 4, 5. Fourthly, From a command to the executioners of God's vengeance to be very severe in it, v. 6, 7, 8. Fifthly, from a description of the Lamentation of her Friends for her fallen, v. 9, — 19. Sixthly, From a call to the Saints in heaven and earth to rejoice in God's vengeance upon her, v. 20. which is further exemplified changed. 19. throughout.
2. The command is to come out of Babylon; the same words which were spoken to the Jews, Jer. 51. v. 6, 45. withdraw and Weparate your selves from her, NONLATINALPHABET, at all times as to communion to withdraw from their worship and service, NONLATINALPHABET, least you communicate in her sins, which they must needs do that joyn in her worship,
2. The command is to come out of Babylon; the same words which were spoken to the jews, Jer. 51. v. 6, 45. withdraw and Weparate your selves from her,, At all times as to communion to withdraw from their worship and service,, lest you communicate in her Sins, which they must needs do that join in her worship,
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and this was the meaning of the same command to the Jews, viz. that whilst they lived in Babylon 70. years, they should keep themselves from her ldolatries,
and this was the meaning of the same command to the jews, viz. that while they lived in Babylon 70. Years, they should keep themselves from her ldolatries,
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3. The place, out of her, viz. Babylon whose fall is foretold, v. 2. What this place is the former chapter declares past doubt to them that are willing to receive the truth.
3. The place, out of her, viz. Babylon whose fallen is foretold, v. 2. What this place is the former chapter declares passed doubt to them that Are willing to receive the truth.
and she hath a particular name written in her forehead, v. 5. Mystery, Babylon the great — She is also called the Mother of Harlots, and abominations of the earth, which points out some place which should be principal and ringleader in corruptions and persecutions, v. 5, 6.
and she hath a particular name written in her forehead, v. 5. Mystery, Babylon the great — She is also called the Mother of Harlots, and abominations of the earth, which points out Some place which should be principal and ringleader in corruptions and persecutions, v. 5, 6.
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because she is said to be seated upon seven Mountains, and to have had seven sorts of government, five past, one present and another to come, v. 9, 10, 11. which agree to no City but Rome, and v. 18. it is added, that The woman is that great City which reigneth over the Kings of the earth, viz. in St. Johns time, which was none but Rome. Moreover that this was not Heathen Rome, but Rome Christian declining both in Doctrine and worship, appears, in that she is taxed with Whoredome and drawing all the world to whoredome and fornication by her power and example;
Because she is said to be seated upon seven Mountains, and to have had seven sorts of government, five past, one present and Another to come, v. 9, 10, 11. which agree to no city but Room, and v. 18. it is added, that The woman is that great city which Reigneth over the Kings of the earth, viz. in Saint Johns time, which was none but Room. Moreover that this was not Heathen Room, but Room Christian declining both in Doctrine and worship, appears, in that she is taxed with Whoredom and drawing all the world to whoredom and fornication by her power and Exampl;
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by which the Scripture doth not express the Idolatry of Heathens, but the Apostasie of the Church to Idols, whereby she breaketh her Covenant with God her first husband.
by which the Scripture does not express the Idolatry of heathens, but the Apostasy of the Church to Idols, whereby she breaks her Covenant with God her First husband.
She is also called Mystical Babylon, Babylon for Tyranny and Idolatry, both of which old Babylon was mother to, in the declining world after the flood,
She is also called Mystical Babylon, Babylon for Tyranny and Idolatry, both of which old Babylon was mother to, in the declining world After the flood,
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This woman also allureth the world to drink of the wine of her fornications, and those that were backward she compelled, till she was drunk with the blood of Saints and Martyrs, insomuch that the inhabitants of the earth generally wondred after the beast, v. 4, 8,
This woman also Allureth the world to drink of the wine of her fornications, and those that were backward she compelled, till she was drunk with the blood of Saints and Martyrs, insomuch that the inhabitants of the earth generally wondered After the beast, v. 4, 8,
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but Heathen Rome was so far from imposing her religion on other Nations (though she punisht the Christians for departing from her religion) that she left all Nations to their own way of worship,
but Heathen Room was so Far from imposing her Religion on other nations (though she punished the Christians for departing from her Religion) that she left all nations to their own Way of worship,
yea it was her custom to receive the worship and Gods of the conquered Nations among her own solemnities, that so they might not provoke any Gods against them,
yea it was her custom to receive the worship and God's of the conquered nations among her own solemnities, that so they might not provoke any God's against them,
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Lastly, that it is Rome Papal, as it now is and hath been for many ages past, which is this Babylon, and not Rome when she shall utterly renounce the Christian faith in the end of the world as some Papists without shadow of reason fancy, is proved, in that she is arrayed in purple and Scarlet, decked with gold and precious stones and pearls, which is the garb of the Pope and his Cardinals:
Lastly, that it is Rome Papal, as it now is and hath been for many ages past, which is this Babylon, and not Room when she shall utterly renounce the Christian faith in the end of the world as Some Papists without shadow of reason fancy, is proved, in that she is arrayed in purple and Scarlet, decked with gold and precious stones and Pearls, which is the garb of the Pope and his Cardinals:
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In that she is the Mother of fornications, Idolatries, through the earth, and that she is drunk with the blood of Saints and Martyrs, Rome Papal having destroyed far more Christians, than ever Heathen Rome did.
In that she is the Mother of fornications, Idolatries, through the earth, and that she is drunk with the blood of Saints and Martyrs, Room Papal having destroyed Far more Christians, than ever Heathen Room did.
And that the beast that carries this whore, the Roman State, is full of names of blasphemy, v. 3. the blasphemous titles and power which the Pope usurpeth to himself and his Roman Church above any heathen that ever was.
And that the beast that carries this whore, the Roman State, is full of names of blasphemy, v. 3. the blasphemous titles and power which the Pope usurpeth to himself and his Roman Church above any heathen that ever was.
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And especially in that the ten horns upon the head of the beast that carries this Whore, which are ten Kingsarising out of the dissolution of the Roman Empire are said to have received no Kingdom in Johns time,
And especially in that the ten horns upon the head of the beast that carries this Whore, which Are ten Kingsarising out of the dissolution of the Roman Empire Are said to have received no Kingdom in Johns time,
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For when Augustulus laid down the Empire, Ann. Chr. 476. there immediately appeared ten small Kingdomes, sometimes more, sometimes fewer, in this Western part of the world,
For when Augustulus laid down the Empire, Ann. Christ 476. there immediately appeared ten small Kingdoms, sometime more, sometime fewer, in this Western part of the world,
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likewise the declining or wane of Popedome in these too last ages hath been caused by the withdrawing of these very Princes from his subjection, whose Kingdomes were once provinces of Rome, and whose predecessors had given their power to the Pope;
likewise the declining or wane of Popedom in these too last ages hath been caused by the withdrawing of these very Princes from his subjection, whose Kingdoms were once Provinces of Room, and whose predecessors had given their power to the Pope;
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When the whole world after the flood apostatized from God and his worship, God singled out the family of Abraham, and in time increast them to a nation, to put his name,
When the Whole world After the flood apostatized from God and his worship, God singled out the family of Abraham, and in time increased them to a Nation, to put his name,
for this the rest especially their neighbours in the East, hated, and opposed them, and the heads of this opposition were Egypt, Niniveh, and at last Babylon in Chaldea, which swallowed up all her neighbours;
for this the rest especially their neighbours in the East, hated, and opposed them, and the Heads of this opposition were Egypt, Nineveh, and At last Babylon in Chaldea, which swallowed up all her neighbours;
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and Babylon which was become the head of the Pagan Apostasie in the East: In like manner, the Gospel was no sooner planted and spread throughout the Western world,
and Babylon which was become the head of the Pagan Apostasy in the East: In like manner, the Gospel was no sooner planted and spread throughout the Western world,
To prove this, because we speak to them who are already separated from Rome, it will be sufficient to clear these 2 Questions, which being cleared will also prove the duty of others to separate from her, who yet either adhere to,
To prove this, Because we speak to them who Are already separated from Room, it will be sufficient to clear these 2 Questions, which being cleared will also prove the duty of Others to separate from her, who yet either adhere to,
or lean towards her. 1. Question, whether there was a just ground for the Potestants to separate from the Church of Rome? 2. Whether there can be any reconciliation of Protestants to Rome.
or lean towards her. 1. Question, whither there was a just ground for the Protestants to separate from the Church of Rome? 2. Whither there can be any reconciliation of Protestants to Room.
these are the rule of their worship and obedience to him, Math. 28.18, 19, 20. He that alters this rule, altereth the fundamental constitution of the Church;
these Are the Rule of their worship and Obedience to him, Math. 28.18, 19, 20. He that alters this Rule, altereth the fundamental constitution of the Church;
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they teach the Scriptures to be a defective, insufficient rule, and therefore they joyn to them the Apocryphal books of the Old Testament and the Traditions of the Church (which also they receive and reject at their pleasure,) Decrees of Councils,
they teach the Scriptures to be a defective, insufficient Rule, and Therefore they join to them the Apocryphal books of the Old Testament and the Traditions of the Church (which also they receive and reject At their pleasure,) Decrees of Councils,
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That the Papists pretend the Pope, their Council, or Church, to be above the Scriptures, cannot be denied, they give the authority and authentickness to the Scriptures, 'tis from their command that the Bible is received,
That the Papists pretend the Pope, their Council, or Church, to be above the Scriptures, cannot be denied, they give the Authority and authenticness to the Scriptures, it's from their command that the bible is received,
yea though the words of Scripture plainly condemn what they teach, or though the Translation of a Scripture be contrary to the original which was indited by the spirit of God immediately;
yea though the words of Scripture plainly condemn what they teach, or though the translation of a Scripture be contrary to the original which was Indited by the Spirit of God immediately;
and so the belief of the people was built upon the Testimony of God to the Apostles doctrine, 1. Cor. 2.4, 5. the Apostle saith, his preaching was in demonstration of the spirit and of power.
and so the belief of the people was built upon the Testimony of God to the Apostles Doctrine, 1. Cor. 2.4, 5. the Apostle Says, his preaching was in demonstration of the Spirit and of power.
and upon his determination concerning any Scripture or doctrine out of his own wisdom, though he had seemed to prove it strangely, their faith had stood upon the authoty & wisdom of man;
and upon his determination Concerning any Scripture or Doctrine out of his own Wisdom, though he had seemed to prove it strangely, their faith had stood upon the authoty & Wisdom of man;
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and from the holy Spirit, as inditing and confirming the holy Scriptures, and to subject her to the authority and determinations of fallible and sometimes most wicked men:
and from the holy Spirit, as inditing and confirming the holy Scriptures, and to Subject her to the Authority and determinations of fallible and sometime most wicked men:
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The Pope saith it means him, the Council and Church say it means them; here are three pretenders to supreme and infallible authority, and to interpret the Scripture;
The Pope Says it means him, the Council and Church say it means them; Here Are three pretenders to supreme and infallible Authority, and to interpret the Scripture;
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3. Because the Church of Rome takes away the Scriptures from the people, yea and alloweth the Clergy themselves the use of the corrupt, vulgar Translation of the Bible only.
3. Because the Church of Room Takes away the Scriptures from the people, yea and alloweth the Clergy themselves the use of the corrupt, Vulgar translation of the bible only.
nor have them read to them by their teachers, but in an unknown tongue, and that Translation so corrupt also, that if any of them should understand Latin, they would yet have much difficulty to find the truth.
nor have them read to them by their Teachers, but in an unknown tongue, and that translation so corrupt also, that if any of them should understand Latin, they would yet have much difficulty to find the truth.
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This it is impossible man should give to God in and by those words and expressions which he understandeth not, which for what he knows may blaspheme God,
This it is impossible man should give to God in and by those words and expressions which he understands not, which for what he knows may Blaspheme God,
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the Apostle is express, You cannot partake of the Table of the Lord and the Table of Devils, the Cup of the Lord and the cup of Devils, 1 Cor. wor-10. 20, 21. and these Devils, he saith, are shipped in Idols by Idolaters, with whom therefore we must have no communion;
the Apostle is express, You cannot partake of the Table of the Lord and the Table of Devils, the Cup of the Lord and the cup of Devils, 1 Cor. wor-10. 20, 21. and these Devils, he Says, Are shipped in Idols by Idolaters, with whom Therefore we must have no communion;
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but they do ascribe to them the praise, trust, homage and subjection, fear and reverence, which is due only to God which is above the condition and desert of our fellow Creatures, who depend upon God,
but they do ascribe to them the praise, trust, homage and subjection, Fear and Reverence, which is due only to God which is above the condition and desert of our fellow Creatures, who depend upon God,
and this doth take off the Heart from God, and makes men believe that the Saints and Angels are nearer to us, more merciful, more ready to help us than God is,
and this does take off the Heart from God, and makes men believe that the Saints and Angels Are nearer to us, more merciful, more ready to help us than God is,
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Most of our Marian Martyrs were put to death upon this point only, their not believing the real presence (as they Papists call it) of Christ in the Sacrament, i. e. that the bread was substantially turned into the body of Christ.
Most of our Marian Martyrs were put to death upon this point only, their not believing the real presence (as they Papists call it) of christ in the Sacrament, i. e. that the bred was substantially turned into the body of christ.
If men would impose upon us the belief of the least untruth, though in natural or civil things, we must not submit to them, much less when they impose such an untruth as this Tiansubstantiation, which is against the plain letter of Scripture, which saith, that Christ did not only take, which was before Consecration,
If men would impose upon us the belief of the least untruth, though in natural or civil things, we must not submit to them, much less when they impose such an untruth as this Transubstantiation, which is against the plain Letter of Scripture, which Says, that christ did not only take, which was before Consecration,
but also that he gave bread and wine (to be eaten and drunk by his disciples) which was after they were consecrated, 1 Cor. 11.22, 23. which is also against our senses;
but also that he gave bred and wine (to be eaten and drunk by his Disciples) which was After they were consecrated, 1 Cor. 11.22, 23. which is also against our Senses;
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against Philosophie, which teacheth such a change of one body into another, especially so small a one as that of a Wafer into so large as the body of Christ, to be absolutely impossible;
against Philosophy, which Teaches such a change of one body into Another, especially so small a one as that of a Wafer into so large as the body of christ, to be absolutely impossible;
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should such a Paradox be admitted, there can be no certainty in any thing; For by the pretence of such a change or miracle, all evidence may be evaded;
should such a Paradox be admitted, there can be no certainty in any thing; For by the pretence of such a change or miracle, all evidence may be evaded;
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and so the Apostles that saw Christ in the body, heard him, handled him, both before and after his Resurrection, might (for what we know) be all mistaken;
and so the Apostles that saw christ in the body, herd him, handled him, both before and After his Resurrection, might (for what we know) be all mistaken;
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and so nothing be certain in Religion, seeing there is continually in innumerable places such a prodigie as the Host, which is as they say the glorified body of Christ now in Heaven,
and so nothing be certain in Religion, seeing there is continually in innumerable places such a prodigy as the Host, which is as they say the glorified body of christ now in Heaven,
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what may they not perswade and impose on people, that can prevail with them to believe this? The worshipping of the bread doth also destroy the nature and use of the Sacrament, where instead of a comfortable remembrance of Christ and his death, to increase faith in him,
what may they not persuade and impose on people, that can prevail with them to believe this? The worshipping of the bred does also destroy the nature and use of the Sacrament, where instead of a comfortable remembrance of christ and his death, to increase faith in him,
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and love to him, men are taught only ignorantly to worship a bit of bread, and that with more solemnity, than Christ himself was honoured with on earth.
and love to him, men Are taught only ignorantly to worship a bit of bred, and that with more solemnity, than christ himself was honoured with on earth.
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Under the Gospel Christ hath appointed no high Priest to whom all Ministers should be subject, no place of worship to which all Nations should repair, no Mother Church on which they should depend, none to be his Vicar on earth:
Under the Gospel christ hath appointed no high Priest to whom all Ministers should be Subject, no place of worship to which all nations should repair, no Mother Church on which they should depend, none to be his Vicar on earth:
it is also a power which no Creature is capable of, and derogates from the honour of Christ, who doth by his Godhead, spirit and word, preside in, govern and guide his whole Church.
it is also a power which no Creature is capable of, and derogates from the honour of christ, who does by his Godhead, Spirit and word, preside in, govern and guide his Whole Church.
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Christ appointed Pastors and teachers for the edifying of the Saints, till they all come to the perfect man in Christ, Eph. 4.12, 13. but the Papists have changed this into a visible, worldly Monarchy,
christ appointed Pastors and Teachers for the edifying of the Saints, till they all come to the perfect man in christ, Ephesians 4.12, 13. but the Papists have changed this into a visible, worldly Monarchy,
though under the pretence of Religion and the name of spiritual, of which the Pope is the head, his Cardinals Princes, all his Priests and Clergy officers and Factors for him to hold the Consciences of men in subjection to him,
though under the pretence of Religion and the name of spiritual, of which the Pope is the head, his Cardinals Princes, all his Priests and Clergy Officers and Factors for him to hold the Consciences of men in subjection to him,
Answ. 1. Suppose it were a true Church, are not other true Churches also? What obligation lyeth upon all Churches to be members of & subject to the Church of Rome, more than on the Church of Rome it self to be a member of any other true Church? surely none from the notion of a true Church, seeing all Churches of Christ that are true, are at least equal with her in this attribute.
Answer 1. Suppose it were a true Church, Are not other true Churches also? What obligation lies upon all Churches to be members of & Subject to the Church of Rome, more than on the Church of Room it self to be a member of any other true Church? surely none from the notion of a true Church, seeing all Churches of christ that Are true, Are At least equal with her in this attribute.
If they say that the Church of Rome hath the Primacy of all Churches and dominion over them from Peter the head of the Church, this is but to beg what they can never prove;
If they say that the Church of Room hath the Primacy of all Churches and dominion over them from Peter the head of the Church, this is but to beg what they can never prove;
2. Because the Church of Rome doth retain the profession of Christanity, the general creeed, and the holy Scriptures, however they deviate from them in their expositions and practice;
2. Because the Church of Room does retain the profession of Christianity, the general creeed, and the holy Scriptures, however they deviate from them in their expositions and practice;
and in this State till her finall rejection and destruction, nevertheless they unanimously agree that she is an Idolatrous, Apostatical Church, under great and fatal corruptions,
and in this State till her final rejection and destruction, nevertheless they unanimously agree that she is an Idolatrous, Apostatical Church, under great and fatal corruptions,
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and when they were in this state of backsliding all the people as well as the Priests and Levites, that did set their hearts to seek the Lord God of their fathers, forsook them and went to Jerusalem to sacrifice,
and when they were in this state of backsliding all the people as well as the Priests and Levites, that did Set their hearts to seek the Lord God of their Father's, forsook them and went to Jerusalem to sacrifice,
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and joyned themselves to Judah, 2 Chron. 11.13.17.16. and in the time of his successours those that were upright and had opportunity did still resort to Jerusalem to worship;
and joined themselves to Judah, 2 Chronicles 11.13.17.16. and in the time of his Successors those that were upright and had opportunity did still resort to Jerusalem to worship;
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whence the Idolatrous Priests are complained of for laying wait and Nets for them in Mispah and Tabor: and this they did notwithstanding that God did still contend with Israel by his Prophets,
whence the Idolatrous Priests Are complained of for laying wait and Nets for them in Mizpah and Tabor: and this they did notwithstanding that God did still contend with Israel by his prophets,
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as Elijah, Elisha, Hosea, Jonah, with many others, to call them back again to himself, to continue to warn and invite them to repentance even untill their dispersion and captivity.
as Elijah, Elisha, Hosea, Jonah, with many Others, to call them back again to himself, to continue to warn and invite them to Repentance even until their dispersion and captivity.
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2. A 2. Question is whether there may be any reconciliation of Potestants to or with the Church of Rome. And here I must distinguish betwixt particular persons, members of that Church,
2. A 2. Question is whither there may be any reconciliation of Protestants to or with the Church of Room. And Here I must distinguish betwixt particular Persons, members of that Church,
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There are many particular persons in the Popish Communion, that be wail their corruption, that complain of their bondage, and are moderate toward Protestants;
There Are many particular Persons in the Popish Communion, that be wail their corruption, that complain of their bondage, and Are moderate towards Protestants;
but on the contrary when they were intreated and in a sort compelled to call the Council of Trent to compose matters, besides the many unworthy arts they used to have men chosen to their mind and of their own party, they did severally confirm every error in doctrine,
but on the contrary when they were entreated and in a sort compelled to call the Council of Trent to compose matters, beside the many unworthy arts they used to have men chosen to their mind and of their own party, they did severally confirm every error in Doctrine,
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2. As they have not, so they cannot mend, or alter any thing considerable. The constitution of the Roman Papal Church depends on the corruptions they maintain and practise.
2. As they have not, so they cannot mend, or altar any thing considerable. The constitution of the Roman Papal Church depends on the corruptions they maintain and practise.
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and if the people should have the Scriptures, and publick service in their own tongue, they would quickly discern the corruptions of their Church, and impostures of their Pope;
and if the people should have the Scriptures, and public service in their own tongue, they would quickly discern the corruptions of their Church, and Impostors of their Pope;
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above all, should they alter any thing of moment decreed by the Council of Trent, which was also confirmed by Pope Pius the 4th. it would shake the foundation of the Church the Popes infallibility:
above all, should they altar any thing of moment decreed by the Council of Trent, which was also confirmed by Pope Pius the 4th. it would shake the Foundation of the Church the Popes infallibility:
hence it was, that the Pope and Council of Trent would not yield so much as the cup in the Lords supper to the Laity at any time or in any case though greatly importuned to do it by the Emperor Ferdinand the 1. and his son Maximilian.
hence it was, that the Pope and Council of Trent would not yield so much as the cup in the lords supper to the Laity At any time or in any case though greatly importuned to do it by the Emperor Ferdinand the 1. and his son Maximilian.
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3. The Church of Rome is the body of Antichrist or man of sin, she hath made him her head and hath espoused her self to him as her Lord, the whole religion of Popery is fitted only to exalt the Pope and his Clegy;
3. The Church of Room is the body of Antichrist or man of since, she hath made him her head and hath espoused her self to him as her Lord, the Whole Religion of Popery is fitted only to exalt the Pope and his Clergy;
She contends for the universal headship of the Pope, she decreeth and compasseth (as far as she can) the destruction of all Hereticks, i. e. of all that will not submit to her corruptions, for about 900 years together, and still attempts the same.
She contends for the universal headship of the Pope, she decreeth and Compasseth (as Far as she can) the destruction of all Heretics, i. e. of all that will not submit to her corruptions, for about 900 Years together, and still attempts the same.
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Who would joyn with a perishing Church, with a Party devoted to destruction, and with a perishing religion? whereas Christ will have a Church pure and triumphant, which shall survive and triumph over Babylon, Rev. 19.1. &c. FINIS.
Who would join with a perishing Church, with a Party devoted to destruction, and with a perishing Religion? whereas christ will have a Church pure and triumphant, which shall survive and triumph over Babylon, Rev. 19.1. etc. FINIS.
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