A leaf pull'd from the tree of life: medicinall for the healing of Englands divisions. Or, A glimpse of the excellency of a kingly government. Proving it to be 1. Most Godly. 2. Most Christianlike. 3. Most ancient. 4. Most safe for the people. Written out of love and good will to the peace and tranquility of the three nations, of England, Scotland, and Ireland. By John Moore.

Moore, John, of Wechicombe, near Dunster, Somerset
Publisher: printed by E Brewster at the Crane in Pauls Church yard
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1660
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: A89258 ESTC ID: R208755 STC ID: M2560
Subject Headings: Kings and rulers; Monarchy; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A Glimpse of the Excellency of a Kingly GOVERNMENT. A Glimpse of the Excellency of a Kingly GOVERNMENT. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (5) text (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 CHAP. I. That it is most Godly. CHAP. I. That it is most Godly. np1 np1 cst pn31 vbz av-ds j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 0 Page 1
2 THe great and mighty God, the holy, just, and wise God, who made and formed all things by the power of his Word, THe great and mighty God, the holy, just, and wise God, who made and formed all things by the power of his Word, dt j cc j np1, dt j, j, cc j np1, r-crq vvd cc vvn d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 1
3 and guideth and governeth all things by his Word of Providence; and guideth and Governs all things by his Word of Providence; cc vvz cc vvz d n2 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 1
4 did in the beginning settle and place all things in good order and equipage in every sphere of his Dominion, both in the heavens above, and in the earth beneath; did in the beginning settle and place all things in good order and equipage in every sphere of his Dominion, both in the heavens above, and in the earth beneath; vdd p-acp dt n1 vvi cc vvi d n2 p-acp j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-d p-acp dt n2 a-acp, cc p-acp dt n1 a-acp; (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 1
5 wherein all his creatures (sinfull man and Apostate Angells excepted) have kept the same order wherein their Creator at first had set them in the firmament of Heaven, those coelestial bodies keep their constant course: wherein all his creatures (sinful man and Apostate Angels excepted) have kept the same order wherein their Creator At First had Set them in the firmament of Heaven, those celestial bodies keep their constant course: c-crq d po31 n2 (j n1 cc n1 n2 vvn) vhb vvn dt d n1 c-crq po32 n1 p-acp ord vhd vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d j n2 vvb po32 j n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 1
6 the Moon and Starrs observe the motions of the Sun; whom God hath seated there as chief amongst them, who also knoweth his going down, the Moon and Stars observe the motions of the Sun; whom God hath seated there as chief among them, who also Knoweth his going down, dt n1 cc n2 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1; ro-crq np1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp j-jn p-acp pno32, r-crq av vvz po31 vvg a-acp, (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 1
7 and those other inferiour bodies do observe his setting, and uprising; as it were acknowledging his superiority over them. and those other inferior bodies do observe his setting, and uprising; as it were acknowledging his superiority over them. cc d j-jn j-jn n2 vdb vvi po31 n-vvg, cc j-vvg; c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 1
8 Thus the Heavens declare the glory of God and the Firmament sheweth what his hand hath made; observing therein their Makers will. Thus the Heavens declare the glory of God and the Firmament shows what his hand hath made; observing therein their Makers will. av dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 vvz r-crq po31 n1 vhz vvn; vvg av po32 ng1 n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 1
9 Next the Fowls of the air are subordinate to the Eagles as Supream; the Beasts of the earth have a Lion, whom they acknowledge their Head Governour; Next the Fowls of the air Are subordinate to the Eagles as Supreme; the Beasts of the earth have a lion, whom they acknowledge their Head Governor; ord dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j p-acp dt n2 p-acp j; dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vhb dt n1, ro-crq pns32 vvb po32 n1 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 2
10 which made the Prophet thus write, When the Lion roars, all the beasts of the Forrest tremble: which made the Prophet thus write, When the lion roars, all the beasts of the Forest tremble: r-crq vvd dt n1 av vvi, c-crq dt n1 vvz, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb: (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 2
11 Under the earth, in the waters of the Sea, the Fishes have their Leviathan; concerning which creature tis observable, that he hath solely or chiefly but two enemies, the Sword-Fish and the Thresher, the rest giving place to the greatness that his Creator hath given him; Under the earth, in the waters of the Sea, the Fish have their Leviathan; Concerning which creature this observable, that he hath solely or chiefly but two enemies, the Sword-Fish and the Thresher, the rest giving place to the greatness that his Creator hath given him; p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 vhb po32 np1; vvg r-crq n1 pn31|vbz j, cst pns31 vhz av-j cc av-jn p-acp crd n2, dt n1 cc dt n1, dt n1 vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 cst po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 2
12 and who are they at this day, that are the chiefest enemies to the Supream Government of a single person, and who Are they At this day, that Are the chiefest enemies to the Supreme Government of a single person, cc q-crq vbr pns32 p-acp d n1, cst vbr dt js-jn n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 2
13 but the Souldier who lives by his Sword, and the factious Sectary with his Threshing, Levelling principles. but the Soldier who lives by his Sword, and the factious Sectary with his Threshing, Levelling principles. cc-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp po31 vvg, j-vvg n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 2
14 By the forementioned things we may clearly see, that in heaven above, in the earth beneath, By the forementioned things we may clearly see, that in heaven above, in the earth beneath, p-acp dt j n2 pns12 vmb av-j vvi, cst p-acp n1 a-acp, p-acp dt n1 a-acp, (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 2
15 and in the waters under the earth, there is an observation of Soveraignty to one in chief; and in the waters under the earth, there is an observation of Sovereignty to one in chief; cc p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp crd p-acp n-jn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 2
16 neither do they alter or change it, but continue in it, only mans heart being corrupted with the disloyal principles of the fallen Angels (who for refusing to own Christ for their Supreame Head, were cast down headlong from Heaven to Hell) will scarcely owne any Order, neither do they altar or change it, but continue in it, only men heart being corrupted with the disloyal principles of the fallen Angels (who for refusing to own christ for their Supreme Head, were cast down headlong from Heaven to Hell) will scarcely own any Order, av-dx vdb pns32 vvi cc vvi pn31, cc-acp vvb p-acp pn31, av-j ng1 n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt vvn n2 (r-crq p-acp vvg p-acp d np1 p-acp po32 j n1, vbdr vvn a-acp av-j p-acp n1 p-acp n1) vmb av-j vvi d n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 2
17 but such as proceeds from their own disorders; nor own any supream Government, but that which makes every one a Governour. but such as proceeds from their own disorders; nor own any supreme Government, but that which makes every one a Governor. cc-acp d c-acp vvz p-acp po32 d n2; ccx d d j n1, cc-acp cst r-crq vvz d pi dt n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 1 Page 2
18 The consideration of this makes me call to mind a worthy saying of the Aldermen and Members of the Common Council, in the time of their imprisonment in the Tower of London, written in their Declaration and Remonstrance from thence: The consideration of this makes me call to mind a worthy saying of the Aldermen and Members of the Common Council, in the time of their imprisonment in the Tower of London, written in their Declaration and Remonstrance from thence: dt n1 pp-f d vvz pno11 vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp av: (6) chapter (DIV2) 2 Page 2
19 the words are these, And seeing with too transparent eyes, both Nature and Religion turned Antipodes, acting themselves into a self-Antipathy, the words Are these, And seeing with too transparent eyes, both Nature and Religion turned Antipodes, acting themselves into a self-Antipathy, dt n2 vbr d, cc vvg p-acp av j n2, d n1 cc n1 vvn n2, vvg px32 p-acp dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 2 Page 2
20 as if man above all sublu•ary creatures was only compound of all contrarieti•s; as if man above all sublu•ary creatures was only compound of all contrarieti•s; c-acp cs n1 p-acp d j n2 vbds av-j n1 pp-f d n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 2 Page 2
21 seeing the foundation (on which next under heaven our hopes depend) of our Laws, our Religion, our proper Rights and Priviledges (we say not Oaths and Protestations) blown up by the very roots, by such a strong tempestuons violence, which beats down all things before it, making the leftiest Cedar level with the lowest shrubs until it hath vented it self into an universal destruction. seeing the Foundation (on which next under heaven our hope's depend) of our Laws, our Religion, our proper Rights and Privileges (we say not Oaths and Protestations) blown up by the very roots, by such a strong tempestuons violence, which beats down all things before it, making the leftiest Cedar level with the lowest shrubs until it hath vented it self into an universal destruction. vvg dt n1 (p-acp r-crq ord p-acp n1 po12 n2 vvb) pp-f po12 n2, po12 n1, po12 j n2-jn cc n2 (pns12 vvb xx n2 cc n2) vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n2, p-acp d dt j j n1, r-crq vvz a-acp d n2 c-acp pn31, vvg dt js n1 vvb p-acp dt js n2 c-acp pn31 vhz vvd pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 2 Page 2
22 Of the truth of this sad Clause of their Declaration, wofull experience hath been the sole School-Mistress in England; for by reason of Oaths, Protestations, Covenants, Of the truth of this sad Clause of their Declaration, woeful experience hath been the sole School-Mistress in England; for by reason of Oaths, Protestations, Covenants, pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f po32 n1, j n1 vhz vbn dt j n1 p-acp np1; p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n2, n2, n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
23 and Engagements, and the violent forcible breach of them doth the land mourn; and whilest the Lord hath looked for, and expected Justice, behold oppression; and Engagements, and the violent forcible breach of them does the land mourn; and whilst the Lord hath looked for, and expected justice, behold oppression; cc n2, cc dt j j n1 pp-f pno32 vdz dt n1 vvi; cc cs dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp, cc j-vvn n1, vvb n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
24 and for righteousness, but behold a general cry and complaint of the poor and needy, the stranger, widows, orphans, and fatherless; and for righteousness, but behold a general cry and complaint of the poor and needy, the stranger, Widows, orphans, and fatherless; cc p-acp n1, cc-acp vvb dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j cc j, dt n1, n2, n2, cc j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
25 so that except the Lord do put it into the hearts of some faithfull, godly, self-denying persons, to put in practise a speedy remedie for the healing of the Land of these and other such foul enormities, hateful to God and destructive to Mankinde; so that except the Lord do put it into the hearts of Some faithful, godly, self-denying Persons, to put in practise a speedy remedy for the healing of the Land of these and other such foul enormities, hateful to God and destructive to Mankind; av cst p-acp dt n1 vdb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j, j, j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f d cc j-jn d j n2, j p-acp np1 cc j p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
26 we may justly fear that he will say, Shall not my soul be avenged on such a Nation and People as this, who think to establish Religion with blood, we may justly Fear that he will say, Shall not my soul be avenged on such a nation and People as this, who think to establish Religion with blood, pns12 vmb av-j vvi cst pns31 vmb vvi, vmb xx po11 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d, r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
27 and tye the stakes of Government together with cords of iniquity, whose lips have spoken lies, and tie the stakes of Government together with cords of iniquity, whose lips have spoken lies, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, rg-crq n2 vhb vvn n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
28 and their tongues have uttered perversness, wherein few or none call for Justice, and scarcely any plead for truth; and their tongues have uttered perverseness, wherein few or none call for justice, and scarcely any plead for truth; cc po32 n2 vhb vvn n1, c-crq d cc pix vvb p-acp n1, cc av-j d vvi p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
29 where the Cockatrice Eggs are hatcht; where the Cockatrice Eggs Are hatched; c-crq dt n1 n2 vbr vvn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
30 and the Spiders Web woven, and in whose hands is nothing else but the act of violence, where their feet run to evil, making haste to shed innocent blood; and the Spiders Web woven, and in whose hands is nothing Else but the act of violence, where their feet run to evil, making haste to shed innocent blood; cc dt ng1 n1 vvn, cc p-acp rg-crq n2 vbz pix av cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq po32 n2 vvn p-acp j-jn, vvg n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
31 whose paths are full of wasting and destruction, where they fast for strife and debate, where they do not loose the bands of wickedness, whose paths Are full of wasting and destruction, where they fast for strife and debate, where they do not lose the bans of wickedness, rg-crq n2 vbr j pp-f vvg cc n1, c-crq pns32 av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, c-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
32 nor undo the heavy burthens, nor let the oppressed go free; nor break any yoke; where none seek for peace, neither will they be acquainted with the ways thereof: nor undo the heavy burdens, nor let the oppressed go free; nor break any yoke; where none seek for peace, neither will they be acquainted with the ways thereof: ccx vvi dt j n2, ccx vvb dt j-vvn vvb j; ccx vvb d n1; c-crq pix vvi p-acp n1, dx vmb pns32 vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 av: (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
33 Where they are seeking them out new ways, as if they intended to serve a strange God: Where they Are seeking them out new ways, as if they intended to serve a strange God: c-crq pns32 vbr vvg pno32 av j n2, c-acp cs pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi dt j np1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
34 where judgement ss turned away backward, and justice standeth a far off: Where truth is fallen in the street, and equity cannot enter: where judgement ss turned away backward, and Justice Stands a Far off: Where truth is fallen in the street, and equity cannot enter: c-crq n1 zz vvn av av-j, cc n1 vvz dt av-j a-acp: c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1 vmbx vvi: (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
35 Where they grinde the faces of the poor, and sell the needy for a pair of shoes: Where they grind the faces of the poor, and fell the needy for a pair of shoes: c-crq pns32 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc vvi dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
36 Where the people have used oppression, and exercised Robbery by a Law: Where the sins of Sodom are rife; Where the people have used oppression, and exercised Robbery by a Law: Where the Sins of Sodom Are rife; c-crq dt n1 vhb vvn n1, cc vvn n1 p-acp dt n1: c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
37 for this was the sin of Sodom, Pride, Fulness of bread, and abundance of Idleness was found in her; for this was the since of Sodom, Pride, Fullness of bred, and abundance of Idleness was found in her; p-acp d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, n1, n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
38 neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy: neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy: d vdd pns31 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j: (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
39 Where the Governours prize their own Ordinances above the Ordinances of God, and the Subjects thrreof more afraid to violate the former, then profane the latter. Ah sinfull Nation! Where the Governors prize their own Ordinances above the Ordinances of God, and the Subject's thrreof more afraid to violate the former, then profane the latter. Ah sinful nation! c-crq dt n2 vvb po32 d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2-jn av av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt j, av j dt d. uh j n1! (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 3
40 laden with such iniqui•ies as these, the head whereof is sick, and the heart thereof faint, and from the sole of the foot, laden with such iniqui•ies as these, the head whereof is sick, and the heart thereof faint, and from the sole of the foot, vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp d, dt n1 c-crq vbz j, cc dt n1 av j, cc p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 4
41 even to the head, there is little or no soundness or solidity in it, but ful of wounds and bruises, even to the head, there is little or no soundness or solidity in it, but full of wounds and bruises, av p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz j cc dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp j pp-f n2 cc n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 4
42 and putrifying sores of division, which to this day are not yet closed with the balm of Repentance, and Putrifying sores of division, which to this day Are not yet closed with the balm of Repentance, cc vvg n2 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp d n1 vbr xx av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 4
43 and returning to God, nor bound up with the white Fillet of peace, nor mollified with the pretious men ▪ of unfained love. and returning to God, nor bound up with the white Fillet of peace, nor mollified with the precious men ▪ of unfeigned love. cc vvg p-acp np1, ccx vvd a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, ccx vvn p-acp dt j n2 ▪ pp-f j n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 3 Page 4
44 This, even this is Englands state; This, even this is Englands state; d, av d vbz npg1 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 4 Page 4
45 but what is the reason that we are so full of divisions? that the heart of England pants and beats, but what is the reason that we Are so full of divisions? that the heart of England pants and beats, cc-acp q-crq vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vbr av j pp-f n2? cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz cc vvz, (6) chapter (DIV2) 4 Page 4
46 and is so out of frame and order, so disquieted within her self, is it hence, and is so out of frame and order, so disquieted within her self, is it hence, cc vbz av av pp-f n1 cc n1, av vvn p-acp po31 n1, vbz pn31 av, (6) chapter (DIV2) 4 Page 4
47 because the foundation of government is out of course? and if such foundations be destroyed or be out of course? What can even the righteous themselves do? but sit down by the waters of confusion and weep; Because the Foundation of government is out of course? and if such foundations be destroyed or be out of course? What can even the righteous themselves do? but fit down by the waters of confusion and weep; c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av pp-f n1? cc cs d n2 vbb vvn cc vbi av pp-f n1? q-crq vmb av dt j px32 vdb? cc-acp vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc vvi; (6) chapter (DIV2) 4 Page 4
48 or else consider whether there be not a way for them to return to such a foundation of government, which may be instrumentall for their deliverance from confusion, the healing of their devisions, the obtaining of their peace, without which we shall never reap the true benefit of any mercy, which made the Poet excellently sing forth this Verse. or Else Consider whither there be not a Way for them to return to such a Foundation of government, which may be instrumental for their deliverance from confusion, the healing of their divisions, the obtaining of their peace, without which we shall never reap the true benefit of any mercy, which made the Poet excellently sing forth this Verse. cc av vvb cs pc-acp vbb xx dt n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vmb vbi j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1, dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2, dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb av-x vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 av-j vvi av d n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 4 Page 4
49 Sit pax cum lignis, Si vis ut a•diat ignis. Let peace blow thy fire, If warmth thou de•ire. Sit pax cum lignis, Si vis ut a•diat ignis. Let peace blow thy fire, If warmth thou de•ire. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-mi fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvb n1 vvi po21 n1, cs n1 pns21 n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 4 Page 4
50 But then the Question will be, what that Foundation of goverment is, tha• is most likely to effect it; But then the Question will be, what that Foundation of government is, tha• is most likely to Effect it; p-acp av dt n1 vmb vbi, r-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vbz, n1 vbz av-ds j pc-acp vvi pn31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 4
51 why truely the question is soon answered, and 'tis this, that government which hath it's foundation in the holy Scriptures to which the Patriarchs, Prophets and Apostles have submitted, to the law and to the Testiomony, why truly the question is soon answered, and it's this, that government which hath it's Foundation in the holy Scriptures to which the Patriarchs, prophets and Apostles have submitted, to the law and to the Testiomony, c-crq av-j dt n1 vbz av vvn, cc pn31|vbz d, cst n1 r-crq vhz pn31|vbz n1 p-acp dt j n2 p-acp r-crq dt n2, n2 cc n2 vhb vvn, p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 4
52 for whatsoever is not according to that word is full of darknesse and confusion. for whatsoever is not according to that word is full of darkness and confusion. p-acp r-crq vbz xx vvg p-acp d n1 vbz j pp-f n1 cc n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 4
53 I once heard a godly and a reverend Divine, (Mr. Newton of Taunton) deliver this doctrine in the P•lpit; I once herd a godly and a reverend Divine, (Mr. Newton of Taunton) deliver this Doctrine in the P•lpit; pns11 a-acp vvd dt j cc dt j-jn j-jn, (n1 np1 pp-f np1) vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 4
54 that the Scripture God is our God, and in this case answerable to that I say, let the Scripture government, be our government; that the Scripture God is our God, and in this case answerable to that I say, let the Scripture government, be our government; cst dt n1 np1 vbz po12 n1, cc p-acp d n1 j p-acp cst pns11 vvb, vvb dt n1 n1, vbi po12 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 4
55 for if the Scripture be the only and sufficient ground of Faith, and rule of life for the eternall peace and welfare of the soul; for if the Scripture be the only and sufficient ground of Faith, and Rule of life for the Eternal peace and welfare of the soul; c-acp cs dt n1 vbb dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
56 there is certainly a sufficiency in it for the ground and rule of government pertaining to the body, there is Certainly a sufficiency in it for the ground and Rule of government pertaining to the body, pc-acp vbz av-j dt n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
57 so that we need not go beyond the Scriptures to look us out a new form of government, so that we need not go beyond the Scriptures to look us out a new from of government, av cst pns12 vvb xx vvi p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 av dt j n1 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
58 or new Titles for governors, except we are willing to continue war in our gates, the Scripture saith, that when the people chose them new Gods (which I understand by the context of the words to be governours, who in Scripture are called Gods) then was warre in their gates; or new Titles for Governors, except we Are willing to continue war in our gates, the Scripture Says, that when the people chosen them new God's (which I understand by the context of the words to be Governors, who in Scripture Are called God's) then was war in their gates; cc j n2 p-acp n2, c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2, dt n1 vvz, cst c-crq dt n1 vvd pno32 j n2 (r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vbi n2, r-crq p-acp n1 vbr vvn n2) av vbds n1 p-acp po32 n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
59 even of civill warrs and bloody divisions. even of civil wars and bloody divisions. av pp-f j n2 cc j n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
60 Now this is as clear as the Sun at noonday to every sober-minded Christian, that is not drunk with self-Interest, not overcome with a spirit of Giddinesse, that the foundation of goverment, which is commended to us by God in the Scripture, did, Now this is as clear as the Sun At noonday to every sober-minded Christian, that is not drunk with self-Interest, not overcome with a Spirit of Giddiness, that the Foundation of government, which is commended to us by God in the Scripture, did, av d vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d j njp, cst vbz xx vvn p-acp n1, xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, vdd, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
61 and was to rest and reside in a single person, known by the Names or Titles of Kings and Judges: and was to rest and reside in a single person, known by the Names or Titles of Kings and Judges: cc vbds p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 cc n2: (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
62 and to contradict the perpetuation of it (untill Christ himself come) there is not one line in the whole Bible as I remember, and to contradict the perpetuation of it (until christ himself come) there is not one line in the Whole bible as I Remember, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 (c-acp np1 px31 vvb) pc-acp vbz xx crd n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 c-acp pns11 vvb, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
63 and I believe I have read the Bible over threescore times; and I believe I have read the bible over threescore times; cc pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp crd n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
64 and as the Apostle saith, that he that keeps the whole Law and failsin one point, is guilty of all, and as the Apostle Says, that he that keeps the Whole Law and failsin one point, is guilty of all, cc c-acp dt n1 vvz, cst pns31 cst vvz dt j-jn n1 cc n1 crd n1, vbz j pp-f d, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
65 so if wee own the Scripture as the ground of faith, and rule of life in some things, so if we own the Scripture as the ground of faith, and Rule of life in Some things, av cs pns12 d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
66 and renounce it in other, having no command for it) we must unavoidably be guilty of sliting the whole, and renounce it in other, having no command for it) we must avoidable be guilty of sliting the Whole, cc vvb pn31 p-acp j-jn, vhg dx n1 p-acp pn31) pns12 vmb av-j vbi j pp-f vvg dt j-jn, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
67 for the Scripture was not given in old time by will of man, nor is it to be altered or chang'd by mans will, for the Scripture was not given in old time by will of man, nor is it to be altered or changed by men will, p-acp dt n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, ccx vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp ng1 n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
68 nor any thing to be added to it, or taken from it, upon pain, that every one that shall so do, shall have his name blotted out of the Book of Life, nor any thing to be added to it, or taken from it, upon pain, that every one that shall so do, shall have his name blotted out of the Book of Life, ccx d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp n1, cst d pi cst vmb av vdi, vmb vhi po31 n1 vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
69 and for an addition, all the plagues that are written in the same book inflicted on him; and for an addition, all the plagues that Are written in the same book inflicted on him; cc p-acp dt n1, d dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1 vvn p-acp pno31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
70 if ever we would then enjoy our peace, our lives, libereties and estates, our wives and children with tranquility, joy and comfort, it must be by a chearfull submission to such a foundation of government, which God in his wisdome hath appointed, if ever we would then enjoy our peace, our lives, libereties and estates, our wives and children with tranquillity, joy and Comfort, it must be by a cheerful submission to such a Foundation of government, which God in his Wisdom hath appointed, cs av pns12 vmd av vvi po12 n1, po12 n2, n2 cc n2, po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
71 and thought meet for us, and made obvious to our eye in his sacred records; and Thought meet for us, and made obvious to our eye in his sacred records; cc vvd j p-acp pno12, cc vvd j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po31 j n2; (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
72 let then the exhortation which the Prophet Jeremiah hath spoken to us in the name of the Lord be acceptable to us. let then the exhortation which the Prophet Jeremiah hath spoken to us in the name of the Lord be acceptable to us. vvb av dt n1 r-crq dt n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb j p-acp pno12. (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
73 Who bids us to stand in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, Who bids us to stand in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good Way, r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt j n2, q-crq vbz dt j n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
74 and walk therein, and we shall find rest for our souls ▪ Let us consider and examine, and walk therein, and we shall find rest for our Souls ▪ Let us Consider and examine, cc vvi av, cc pns12 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2 ▪ vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 5
75 whether it be not better (though we should be loosers by it to imitate the servants of God of old, whither it be not better (though we should be Losers' by it to imitate the Servants of God of old, cs pn31 vbb xx j (cs pns12 vmd vbi ng2 p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 pp-f j, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 6
76 and walke in their steps & paths, then for our own ends to dance after the pipe of the covetous, drunken, swinish, slovenly Dutch, and walk in their steps & paths, then for our own ends to dance After the pipe of the covetous, drunken, swinish, slovenly Dutch, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, av p-acp po12 d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, j, j, j jp, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 6
77 and the lustfull, adulterous Venetian; where under the government of the one all manner of intollerable blasphemies are tollerated, and the lustful, adulterous Venetian; where under the government of the one all manner of intolerable Blasphemies Are tolerated, cc dt j, j jp; c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd d n1 pp-f j n2 vbr vvn, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 6
78 and under the dominion of the other, most abominable beastlinesse countenanc't; and under the dominion of the other, most abominable beastliness countenanced; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn, av-ds j n1 vvn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 6
79 yea rather let us set our eyes to behold, have our ears often to hearken to, our minds bent to contemplate, our hearts to ponder, our lips to speak of, our hands to lay hold of, yea rather let us Set our eyes to behold, have our ears often to harken to, our minds bent to contemplate, our hearts to ponder, our lips to speak of, our hands to lay hold of, uh av-c vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi, vhb po12 n2 av pc-acp vvi p-acp, po12 n2 vvn pc-acp vvi, po12 n2 pc-acp vvi, po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f, po12 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f, (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 6
80 and our feet to tread in the paths of such a goverment, which hath these properties attending it. and our feet to tread in the paths of such a government, which hath these properties attending it. cc po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d dt n1, r-crq vhz d n2 vvg pn31. (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 6
81 First, most Godly, Secondly, most Christianlike, Thirdly, most antient, Fourthly, most safe for the people. Now the govenrment of a single person is most godly for these reasons following. First, most Godly, Secondly, most Christianlike, Thirdly, most ancient, Fourthly, most safe for the people. Now the govenrment of a single person is most godly for these Reasons following. ord, av-ds j, ord, av-ds j, ord, av-ds j, ord, av-ds j p-acp dt n1. av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz av-ds j p-acp d n2 vvg. (6) chapter (DIV2) 5 Page 6
82 First, because it was brought forth in time, and establisht in the Nations, according to the eternall purpose, and determinate counsell of God; First, Because it was brought forth in time, and established in the nations, according to the Eternal purpose, and determinate counsel of God; ord, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn av p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp dt n2, vvg p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f np1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 6
83 who worheth all his works, and bringeth to passe all his actions after the councill of his own will, who worheth all his works, and brings to pass all his actions After the council of his own will, r-crq vvz d po31 n2, cc vvz pc-acp vvi d po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 6
84 and not after the counsell of any other, neither of Saints nor Angells. and not After the counsel of any other, neither of Saints nor Angels. cc xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n-jn, av-dx pp-f n2 ccx n2. (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 6
85 Shall mortall man be more just then God, and shall man be more pure then his Maker? behold he put no trust in his servants, Shall Mortal man be more just then God, and shall man be more pure then his Maker? behold he put no trust in his Servants, vmb j-jn n1 vbb av-dc j cs np1, cc vmb n1 vbi av-dc j cs po31 n1? vvb pns31 vvd dx n1 p-acp po31 n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 6
86 and his Angells he charged with folly: and his Angels he charged with folly: cc po31 n2 pns31 vvd p-acp n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 6
87 how much lesse on them that dwell in houses of clay, whose foundation is in the dust, which are crushed before the Moth? they are destroyed from morning to evening: how much less on them that dwell in houses of clay, whose Foundation is in the dust, which Are crushed before the Moth? they Are destroyed from morning to evening: c-crq av-d av-dc p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp n2 pp-f n1, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1? pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 6
88 they perish for ever without any regarding it: doth not their excellency which is in them go away, they dye, even without wisdome; they perish for ever without any regarding it: does not their excellency which is in them go away, they die, even without Wisdom; pns32 vvb p-acp av p-acp d vvg pn31: vdz xx po32 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno32 vvi av, pns32 vvb, av p-acp n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 6
89 where is he than that can direct the spirit of Lord? or being his Counsellor, can teach him: where is he than that can Direct the Spirit of Lord? or being his Counsellor, can teach him: q-crq vbz pns31 av cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1? cc vbg po31 n1, vmb vvi pno31: (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 6
90 with whom took he counsell, and who instructed him, when he divided to the Nations their inheritance, with whom took he counsel, and who instructed him, when he divided to the nations their inheritance, p-acp ro-crq vvd pns31 n1, cc r-crq vvd pno31, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 po32 n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 6
91 when he separated the sons of Adam, and set the bounds of the people according to the number of the children of Israel? when he establisht a Judge for a governor over the sons of Jacob? and placed Kings, to rule over the Nations of the Gentiles? did not the Lord establish these things by a Law and a decree, more unchangable then the Laws of the Medes and Persians, which alter not? is not the Lord perfect in his counsells? yea is not the Lord righteous in his ways, when he separated the Sons of Adam, and Set the bounds of the people according to the number of the children of Israel? when he established a Judge for a governor over the Sons of Jacob? and placed Kings, to Rule over the nations of the Gentiles? did not the Lord establish these things by a Law and a Decree, more unchangeable then the Laws of the Medes and Persians, which altar not? is not the Lord perfect in his Counsels? yea is not the Lord righteous in his ways, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1? c-crq pns31 vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? cc vvd n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2-j? vdd xx dt n1 vvb d n2 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, dc j-u cs dt n2 pp-f dt np1 cc np1, r-crq vvb xx? vbz xx dt n1 j p-acp po31 n2? uh vbz xx dt n1 j p-acp po31 n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 6
92 and holy in all his workes? hath the Lord any where revealed or declared in his Word, that he would alter his Counsels, and holy in all his works? hath the Lord any where revealed or declared in his Word, that he would altar his Counsels, cc j p-acp d po31 n2? vhz dt n1 d q-crq vvn cc vvd p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 7
93 or frustrate his own Laws and Ordinances concerning the Government that he had subjected the people to? Where is that Counsellor, that can enlarge the counsel of the most High? Or give a clearer sense and a fuller understanding of his Laws, Statutes, Ordinances and Judgements, or frustrate his own Laws and Ordinances Concerning the Government that he had subjected the people to? Where is that Counsellor, that can enlarge the counsel of the most High? Or give a clearer sense and a fuller understanding of his Laws, Statutes, Ordinances and Judgments, cc vvi po31 d n2 cc n2 vvg dt n1 cst pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pc-acp? q-crq vbz d n1, cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j? cc vvb dt jc n1 cc dt jc n1 pp-f po31 n2, n2, n2 cc n2, (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 7
94 then he himself hath given by his Holy Spirit, the true Interpreter of his minde? If not, then he himself hath given by his Holy Spirit, the true Interpreter of his mind? If not, cs pns31 px31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 j n1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1? cs xx, (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 7
95 then Wo be to him that striveth with his Maker: Let the Potsheard strive with the Potsheards of the earth, and not with the Almighty; then Woe be to him that striveth with his Maker: Let the Potsherd strive with the Potsherds of the earth, and not with the Almighty; av n1 vbb p-acp pno31 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1: vvb dt vvn vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc xx p-acp dt j-jn; (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 7
96 for surely there is no Counsel against him shall stand; their turning of things upside down shall be esteemed as the Potters clay: for surely there is no Counsel against him shall stand; their turning of things upside down shall be esteemed as the Potters clay: c-acp av-j a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31 vmb vvi; po32 vvg pp-f n2 av a-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 7
97 And that Form of Government that issued forth from God, and hath its foundation in God, shall be establisht in the earth; And that From of Government that issued forth from God, and hath its Foundation in God, shall be established in the earth; cc cst n1 pp-f n1 cst vvd av p-acp np1, cc vhz po31 n1 p-acp np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 7
98 for it is most godly, and it shall continue till Christ himself shall come, The Alpha of all Kings by Gods decree, And the Omega of all Kings must be. for it is most godly, and it shall continue till christ himself shall come, The Alpha of all Kings by God's Decree, And the Omega of all Kings must be. p-acp pn31 vbz av-ds j, cc pn31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 px31 vmb vvi, dt np1 pp-f d n2 p-acp npg1 n1, cc dt np1 pp-f d n2 vmb vbi. (6) chapter (DIV2) 6 Page 7
99 A second reason to prove it most godly is, because it carries the Image of Gods essence with it, who in, A second reason to prove it most godly is, Because it carries the Image of God's essence with it, who in, dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-ds j vbz, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq p-acp, (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 7
100 and of himself is one, the Lord Jehovah is One, and in heaven (the place of his glorious residence) there being no division, God hath given the Regiment and Government unto one Person, even to his Son; and of himself is one, the Lord Jehovah is One, and in heaven (the place of his glorious residence) there being no division, God hath given the Regiment and Government unto one Person, even to his Son; cc pp-f px31 vbz pi, dt n1 np1 vbz pi, cc p-acp n1 (dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1) pc-acp vbg dx n1, np1 vhz vvn dt n1 cc n1 p-acp crd n1, av p-acp po31 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 7
101 so that in Heaven it self, where nothing but holiness and godliness is practised, is the Government of a single Person establisht: so that in Heaven it self, where nothing but holiness and godliness is practised, is the Government of a single Person established: av cst p-acp n1 pn31 n1, c-crq pix cc-acp n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn: (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 7
102 The Father loveth the Son, saith John, chap. 3.25. and hath given all things into his hand: The Father loves the Son, Says John, chap. 3.25. and hath given all things into his hand: dt n1 vvz dt n1, vvz np1, n1 crd. cc vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 7
103 and Christ himself saith, That all power in heaven and in earth was given to him: and christ himself Says, That all power in heaven and in earth was given to him: cc np1 px31 vvz, cst d n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno31: (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 7
104 And elsewhere, the Holy Ghost saith, That God hath given to him a name which is above every name: And elsewhere, the Holy Ghost Says, That God hath given to him a name which is above every name: cc av, dt j n1 vvz, cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31 dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 7
105 Can we then write after a more godly pattern of Government then is already written in Heaven by Gods right-hand. Can we then write After a more godly pattern of Government then is already written in Heaven by God's right-hand. vmb pns12 av vvb p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1 av vbz av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 j. (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 7
106 All the Laws, Ordinances, and Statutes that Moses delivered to the children of Israel, he was commanded to make them all, All the Laws, Ordinances, and Statutes that Moses Delivered to the children of Israel, he was commanded to make them all, av-d dt n2, n2, cc n2 cst np1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 d, (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 7
107 after the Pattern that was shewed him in the Mount, where he was with the Lord forty days and forty nights for advice and counsel, After the Pattern that was showed him in the Mount, where he was with the Lord forty days and forty nights for Advice and counsel, c-acp dt n1 cst vbds vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 crd n2 cc crd n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 7
108 how to ordet and establish all things both in Church and State, in the performance whereof he was faithfull to his trust; how to ordet and establish all things both in Church and State, in the performance whereof he was faithful to his trust; c-crq p-acp fw-la cc vvi d n2 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 8
109 so then that which hath a heavenly and a holy face, cannot have an ungodly visage: so then that which hath a heavenly and a holy face, cannot have an ungodly visage: av cs d r-crq vhz dt j cc dt j n1, vmbx vhi dt j n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 8
110 I would here be understood, not to mean corrupt persons in the Government, but the Government it self: I would Here be understood, not to mean corrupt Persons in the Government, but the Government it self: pns11 vmd av vbi vvn, xx pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pn31 n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 8
111 For it is obvious to every eye, that corrupt wicked persons may bear rule in that form of Government, which in it self is truly godly, being instituted by God himself, For it is obvious to every eye, that corrupt wicked Persons may bear Rule in that from of Government, which in it self is truly godly, being instituted by God himself, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1, cst j j n2 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp pn31 n1 vbz av-j j, vbg vvn p-acp np1 px31, (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 8
112 as in the time of the Law in the Office of the Priesthood, and under the Gospel in that pure and holy Office of Apostleship; as in the time of the Law in the Office of the Priesthood, and under the Gospel in that pure and holy Office of Apostleship; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp d j cc j n1 pp-f n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 8
113 yet the Function and Calling remained still a foundation of Godliness, whereof Christ himself was the chief corner Stone. yet the Function and Calling remained still a Foundation of Godliness, whereof christ himself was the chief corner Stone. av dt n1 cc vvg vvd av dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq np1 px31 vbds dt j-jn n1 n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 7 Page 8
114 So that although there be a just and lawfull ground for persons to speak against, reprove, So that although there be a just and lawful ground for Persons to speak against, reprove, av cst cs pc-acp vbi dt j cc j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvb, (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
115 and oppose wickedness and tyrannie in Governours, yet they have no just and lawfull ground to lay hands upon, and oppose wickedness and tyranny in Governors, yet they have no just and lawful ground to lay hands upon, cc vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, av pns32 vhb dx j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp, (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
116 and destroy the Government it self. and destroy the Government it self. cc vvi dt n1 pn31 n1. (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
117 For although it be granted, that Kings, Princes, and Judges, may sell themselves to work wickedness, exercise Tyrannie, and live ungodly; For although it be granted, that Kings, Princes, and Judges, may fell themselves to work wickedness, exercise Tyranny, and live ungodly; p-acp cs pn31 vbb vvn, cst n2, n2, cc n2, vmb vvi px32 pc-acp vvi n1, n1 n1, cc vvi j; (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
118 yet it is certain they did not derive it from the Government it self, nor doth it countenance them in any such thing: yet it is certain they did not derive it from the Government it self, nor does it countenance them in any such thing: av pn31 vbz j pns32 vdd xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1, ccx vdz pn31 vvi pno32 p-acp d d n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
119 for if corruption in Governours be any way a lawfull ground to race out the Form of a lawfull Government, there is never any Government likely to be establisht in the earth, that any of the sons of the first Adam shall have the managing of; for if corruption in Governors be any Way a lawful ground to raze out the From of a lawful Government, there is never any Government likely to be established in the earth, that any of the Sons of the First Adam shall have the managing of; c-acp cs n1 p-acp n2 vbb d n1 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vbz av d n1 j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cst d pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt ord np1 vmb vhi dt n-vvg pp-f; (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
120 for by this means a gap will be open'd and a way made for the violent breaking down of All Earthly Government, for by this means a gap will be opened and a Way made for the violent breaking down of All Earthly Government, c-acp p-acp d n2 dt n1 vmb vbi vvn cc dt n1 vvd p-acp dt j vvg a-acp pp-f d j n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
121 if once the people apprehend themselves to have any power, or can gather themselves together, to make the least resistance: if once the people apprehend themselves to have any power, or can gather themselves together, to make the least resistance: cs a-acp dt n1 vvb px32 pc-acp vhi d n1, cc vmb vvi px32 av, pc-acp vvi dt ds n1: (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
122 A thing which Christ himself would never do, although he had all power in heaven and earth given to him; A thing which christ himself would never do, although he had all power in heaven and earth given to him; dt n1 r-crq np1 px31 vmd av-x vdi, cs pns31 vhd d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31; (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
123 nor hath he left the least precept, or the least branch of a Command, to any that believe on him, nor hath he left the least precept, or the least branch of a Command, to any that believe on him, ccx vhz pns31 vvn dt ds n1, cc dt ds n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pno31, (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
124 or profess his Name, to do any such thing; or profess his Name, to do any such thing; cc vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vdi d d n1; (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
125 but hath left them in subjection and conformity to that state of Government which was then in the earth, but hath left them in subjection and conformity to that state of Government which was then in the earth, cc-acp vhz vvn pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbds av p-acp dt n1, (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
126 when he himself was in Person upon the earth, and to continue till he come again in Person. So that, when he himself was in Person upon the earth, and to continue till he come again in Person. So that, c-crq pns31 px31 vbds p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vvb av p-acp n1. av cst, (6) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 8
127 CHAP. II. The Government of a King is most Christian-like. CHAP. II The Government of a King is most Christianlike. np1 crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-ds j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 8 Page 9
128 FIrst, It is most agreeable to, and suitable with his own Practice, as he was the Son of Man, in the time of his residence and abode upon earth: Two examples there are extant in the writings of the Evangelists, wherein Christ owns a Kingly Government, the first in Matth. 17.24. First, It is most agreeable to, and suitable with his own Practice, as he was the Son of Man, in the time of his residence and Abided upon earth: Two Examples there Are extant in the writings of the Evangelists, wherein christ owns a Kingly Government, the First in Matthew 17.24. ord, pn31 vbz av-ds j p-acp, cc j p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1: crd n2 a-acp vbr j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, c-crq np1 vvz dt j n1, dt ord p-acp np1 crd. (7) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 9
129 And when they were come to Capernaum, they that received Tribute-money came to Peter, and said, Doth not your Master pay Tribute? He saith, Yes, And when they were come to Capernaum, they that received Tribute-money Come to Peter, and said, Does not your Master pay Tribute? He Says, Yes, cc c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, pns32 cst vvd n1 vvd p-acp np1, cc vvd, vdz xx po22 n1 vvi n1? pns31 vvz, uh, (7) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 9
130 And when he was come into the House, Jesus prevented him, saying, What thinkest thou, Simon? Of whom do the Kings of the earth take Custom or Tribute? of their own children or of strangers? Peter saith unto him, Of Strangees: And when he was come into the House, jesus prevented him, saying, What Thinkest thou, Simon? Of whom do the Kings of the earth take Custom or Tribute? of their own children or of Strangers? Peter Says unto him, Of Strangees: cc c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 vvd pno31, vvg, q-crq vv2 pns21, np1? pp-f r-crq vdb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb n1 cc n1? pp-f po32 d n2 cc pp-f n2? np1 vvz p-acp pno31, pp-f n2: (7) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 9
131 Jesus saith unto him, Then are the children free: Notwithstanding, least we should offend them, Go thou to the Sea, and cast an hook, jesus Says unto him, Then Are the children free: Notwithstanding, lest we should offend them, Go thou to the Sea, and cast an hook, np1 vvz p-acp pno31, av vbr dt n2 j: a-acp, cs pns12 vmd vvi pno32, vvb pns21 p-acp dt n1, cc vvd dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 9
132 and take up the fish that first cometh, and when thou hast opened his mouth thou shalt finde a piece of money ▪ That take and give unto them for me and thee. and take up the Fish that First comes, and when thou hast opened his Mouth thou shalt find a piece of money ▪ That take and give unto them for me and thee. cc vvb a-acp dt n1 cst ord vvz, cc c-crq pns21 vh2 vvn po31 n1 pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 ▪ cst vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp pno11 cc pno21. (7) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 9
133 Wherein three things are chiefly noted: 1. A question of the Kings Servants to Peter, whether his Master did pay Tribute; Wherein three things Are chiefly noted: 1. A question of the Kings Servants to Peter, whither his Master did pay Tribute; c-crq crd n2 vbr av-jn vvn: crd dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2 p-acp np1, cs po31 n1 vdd vvi n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 9
134 or in effect, whether he did conform himself to, and own the Kingly Government then in Judea: 2. Peters sudden answer that he did, he saith, Yes. 3. Christ justifying Peters answer for truth, or in Effect, whither he did conform himself to, and own the Kingly Government then in Judea: 2. Peter's sudden answer that he did, he Says, Yes. 3. christ justifying Peter's answer for truth, cc p-acp n1, cs pns31 vdd vvi px31 p-acp, cc d dt j n1 av p-acp np1: crd npg1 j n1 cst pns31 vdd, pns31 vvz, uh. crd np1 vvg npg1 vvb p-acp n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 9
135 and making it good by action; and making it good by actium; cc vvg pn31 j p-acp n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 9
136 wherein he was so far from disowning the Government it self, or from giving offence to the Ministers thereof, wherein he was so Far from disowning the Government it self, or from giving offence to the Ministers thereof, c-crq pns31 vbds av av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 pn31 n1, cc p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n2 av, (7) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 9
137 or disputing their Authority, that he set his Divine power on work, and wrought a miracle for a testimony of it. or disputing their authority, that he Set his Divine power on work, and wrought a miracle for a testimony of it. cc vvg po32 n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j-jn n1 p-acp n1, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (7) chapter (DIV2) 9 Page 9
138 The second is in Matth. 22. from ver. 15. to ver. 22. where to the question of the Pharisees and Herodians, who would gladly have heard him speak the least word against Herods Kingly Power, urging him to declare his dis-affection and non-approbation of the Government, he returns an answer consonantly to his former action, in these words, Give unto Caesar the things that are Caesars, The second is in Matthew 22. from for. 15. to for. 22. where to the question of the Pharisees and Herodians, who would gladly have herd him speak the least word against Herods Kingly Power, urging him to declare his disaffection and non-approbation of the Government, he returns an answer consonantly to his former actium, in these words, Give unto Caesar the things that Are Caesars, dt ord vbz p-acp np1 crd p-acp p-acp. crd p-acp p-acp. crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 cc njp2, r-crq vmd av-j vhi vvn pno31 vvi dt ds n1 p-acp npg1 j n1, vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 av-j p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp d n2, vvb p-acp np1 dt n2 cst vbr npg1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 10
139 and unto God the things that are Gods: and unto God the things that Are God's: cc p-acp np1 dt n2 cst vbr n2: (7) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 10
140 And it will not be unworthy of a serious consideration, that he was born, educated, lived, And it will not be unworthy of a serious consideration, that he was born, educated, lived, cc pn31 vmb xx vbi j pp-f dt j n1, cst pns31 vbds vvn, vvn, vvn, (7) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 10
141 and died, under the same Form of Government; in all which time, there was not the le•st appearance in him of opposing it, and died, under the same From of Government; in all which time, there was not the le•st appearance in him of opposing it, cc vvd, p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1; p-acp d r-crq n1, pc-acp vbds xx dt js n1 p-acp pno31 a-acp vvg pn31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 10
142 nor a word spoken by him of his dislike of it; and whatsoever he did, or spake, was the command, will and pleasure of his Father . nor a word spoken by him of his dislike of it; and whatsoever he did, or spoke, was the command, will and pleasure of his Father. ccx dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31 pp-f po31 n1 pp-f pn31; cc r-crq pns31 vdd, cc vvd, vbds dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 10 Page 10
143 Secondly, besides his own practise in the time of his Pilgrimage on earth, he told his Disciples that after his departure, he would send them the spirit of truth from his Father, which should guide them into all truth. (Mark that word, into all truth) which without all peradventure, was not only into the knowledge of Divine Mysteries, Secondly, beside his own practice in the time of his Pilgrimage on earth, he told his Disciples that After his departure, he would send them the Spirit of truth from his Father, which should guide them into all truth. (Mark that word, into all truth) which without all Peradventure, was not only into the knowledge of Divine Mysteres, ord, p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd po31 n2 cst p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vmd vvi pno32 p-acp d n1. (n1 cst n1, p-acp d n1) r-crq p-acp d av, vbds xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
144 but also how to demean themselves toward all men, and what Government they should live under, and submit unto. but also how to demean themselves towards all men, and what Government they should live under, and submit unto. cc-acp av c-crq pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d n2, cc r-crq n1 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp. (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
145 Now what that Government was that the Holy Ghost did advise and counsel them, yea, command them to submit unto, Now what that Government was that the Holy Ghost did Advice and counsel them, yea, command them to submit unto, av q-crq cst n1 vbds d dt j n1 vdd vvi cc vvi pno32, uh, vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
146 and pray for, these Scriptures following do shew, 1 Pet. 2.11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17. Dearly beloved, I beseech you as Pilgrims and Strangers, that ye •bstain from fleshly lusts, which war against the soul; and pray for, these Scriptures following do show, 1 Pet. 2.11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17. Dearly Beloved, I beseech you as Pilgrim's and Strangers, that you •bstain from fleshly Lustiest, which war against the soul; cc vvb p-acp, d n2 vvg pc-acp vvi, crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd av-jn vvn, pns11 vvb pn22 c-acp ng1 cc n2, cst pn22 vvb p-acp j n2, r-crq n1 p-acp dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
147 having your conversation honest among the Gentiles, that whereas they speak against you as evil doers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, glorifie God in the day of visitation: having your Conversation honest among the Gentiles, that whereas they speak against you as evil doers, they may by your good works, which they shall behold, Glorify God in the day of Visitation: vhg po22 n1 j p-acp dt n2-j, cst cs pns32 vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp j-jn n2, pns32 vmb p-acp po22 j n2, r-crq pns32 vmb vvi, vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
148 Submit your selves to every ordinance of man for the Lords sake, whether it be to the King as Supream, Submit your selves to every Ordinance of man for the lords sake, whither it be to the King as Supreme, vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 c-acp j, (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
149 or unto Governors, as unto them that are sent by him for the punishment of evil doers, or unto Governors, as unto them that Are sent by him for the punishment of evil doers, cc p-acp n2, c-acp p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
150 and for the praise of them that do well; and for the praise of them that do well; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vdb av; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
151 for so is the will of God, that with wel-doing, ye may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men; for so is the will of God, that with welldoing, you may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men; c-acp av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp j, pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
152 as free, and not using your liberty as a cloak of malitiousness, but as the servants of God; as free, and not using your liberty as a cloak of Maliciousness, but as the Servants of God; c-acp j, cc xx vvg po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp c-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
153 esteem all men, love the brotherhood, fear God, Honour the King. esteem all men, love the brotherhood, Fear God, Honour the King. vvb d n2, vvb dt n1, n1 np1, vvb dt n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
154 From these words of the Holy Ghost it is clear to me, that we may as well go seek us a new Gospel for our souls; From these words of the Holy Ghost it is clear to me, that we may as well go seek us a new Gospel for our Souls; p-acp d n2 pp-f dt j n1 pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11, cst pns12 vmb a-acp av vvb vvb pno12 dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
155 as a new Government for our bodies; as a new Government for our bodies; c-acp dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
156 but the Lord hath not left us to our own choice in either, except he intends to ruine and destroy us. but the Lord hath not left us to our own choice in either, except he intends to ruin and destroy us. cc-acp dt n1 vhz xx vvn pno12 p-acp po12 d n1 p-acp d, c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno12. (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
157 O Lord, for thy Names sake, Give not up thy servants in England to their own hearts l•st, O Lord, for thy Names sake, Give not up thy Servants in England to their own hearts l•st, sy n1, p-acp po21 n2 n1, vvb xx p-acp po21 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp po32 d n2 vmb, (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
158 and suffer them not to walk in their own Counsels; and suffer them not to walk in their own Counsels; cc vvi pno32 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 10
159 for if thou leave them to themselves, they will ruine and destroy one another, and make themselves a scorn and a laughing stock to all their Enemies. for if thou leave them to themselves, they will ruin and destroy one Another, and make themselves a scorn and a laughing stock to all their Enemies. c-acp cs pns21 vvb pno32 p-acp px32, pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi pi j-jn, cc vvi px32 dt n1 cc dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d po32 n2. (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
160 O give them hearts to hearken to thy word, and obey thy voice: O give them hearts to harken to thy word, and obey thy voice: sy vvb pno32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb po21 n1: (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
161 Let the counsel of thy holy Spirit be seasonably and timely acceptable to them, lest they repent it when it is too late. Let the counsel of thy holy Spirit be seasonably and timely acceptable to them, lest they Repent it when it is too late. vvb dt n1 pp-f po21 j n1 vbi av-j cc av-j j p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vvb pn31 c-crq pn31 vbz av j. (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
162 The second Scripture is, Rom. 13.1, 2. Let every soul be subject to the higher powers; The second Scripture is, Rom. 13.1, 2. Let every soul be Subject to the higher Powers; dt ord n1 vbz, np1 crd, crd vvb d n1 vbi j-jn p-acp dt jc n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
163 for there is no power but of God; for there is no power but of God; c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp pp-f np1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
164 the powers that be are Ordained of GOD, whosoever therefore reresisteth the power, resisteth the Ordinance of God; the Powers that be Are Ordained of GOD, whosoever Therefore reresisteth the power, Resisteth the Ordinance of God; dt n2 cst vbb vbr vvn pp-f np1, r-crq av vvz dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
165 and they that resist, shall receive to themselves damnation, &c. Wherein the holy Ghost sheweth, that the Government that was then establisht in the earth, was establisht by a decree and an Ordinance of God, and they that resist, shall receive to themselves damnation, etc. Wherein the holy Ghost shows, that the Government that was then established in the earth, was established by a Decree and an Ordinance of God, cc pns32 cst vvb, vmb vvi p-acp px32 n1, av c-crq dt j n1 vvz, cst dt n1 cst vbds av vvn p-acp dt n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
166 and that those did contract the guilt of sin and judgement to themselves that did gainsay or resist it, and that those did contract the guilt of since and judgement to themselves that did gainsay or resist it, cc cst d vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp px32 cst vdd vvi cc vvi pn31, (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
167 because they did resist Gods Ordinance. Because they did resist God's Ordinance. c-acp pns32 vdd vvi npg1 n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
168 The third Scripture is, 1 Tim. 2.1, 2. I exhort therefore, that first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, The third Scripture is, 1 Tim. 2.1, 2. I exhort Therefore, that First of all, supplications, Prayers, intercessions, dt ord n1 vbz, crd np1 crd, crd pns11 vvb av, cst ord pp-f d, n2, n2, n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
169 and giving of thanks be made for all men; and giving of thanks be made for all men; cc vvg pp-f n2 vbb vvn p-acp d n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
170 for kings, and for all that are in Authority, that we may lead a quiet and a peaceable life, in all godliness and honesty. for Kings, and for all that Are in authority, that we may led a quiet and a peaceable life, in all godliness and honesty. p-acp n2, cc p-acp d cst vbr p-acp n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt j-jn cc dt j n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
171 Wherein the Holy Ghost sheweth Christians, that it is not only their duty to submit unto that Government that by Gods Ordinance and Decree was then establisht in the earth; Wherein the Holy Ghost shows Christians, that it is not only their duty to submit unto that Government that by God's Ordinance and decree was then established in the earth; c-crq dt j n1 vvz np1, cst pn31 vbz xx av-j po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cst p-acp ng1 n1 cc n1 vbds av vvn p-acp dt n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
172 but also to pray for the safety, welfare, and prosperity both of the soul and bodies of those that were supream Persons in the Government, but also to pray for the safety, welfare, and Prosperity both of the soul and bodies of those that were supreme Persons in the Government, cc-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 av-d pp-f dt n1 cc n2 pp-f d cst vbdr j n2 p-acp dt n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
173 as the fruits of godliness and honesty. As in Martial Discipline it is observable, that good and discreet Souldiers observe their Leaders, as the fruits of godliness and honesty. As in Martial Discipline it is observable, that good and discreet Soldiers observe their Leaders, c-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. c-acp p-acp j n1 pn31 vbz j, cst j cc j n2 vvb po32 n2, (7) chapter (DIV2) 11 Page 11
174 and hearken to the word of Command; and harken to the word of Command; cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (7) chapter (DIV2) 12 Page 11
175 for want of which they fall into disorder, and lay themselves open to be spoiled of their enemies; for want of which they fallen into disorder, and lay themselves open to be spoiled of their enemies; p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi px32 j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po32 n2; (7) chapter (DIV2) 12 Page 11
176 so without doubt, it would be both wisdom and discretion in Christians, to observe the practise of those that liv'd in the Primitive times of the Gospel, that were the first Professors of Christian Religion, that lead the Van of Practical godliness, so without doubt, it would be both Wisdom and discretion in Christians, to observe the practice of those that lived in the Primitive times of the Gospel, that were the First Professors of Christian Religion, that led the Van of Practical godliness, av p-acp n1, pn31 vmd vbi d n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d cst vvd p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vbdr dt ord n2 pp-f njp n1, cst vvb dt n1 pp-f j n1, (7) chapter (DIV2) 12 Page 11
177 and to be followers of them, as they were of Christ; and this will lead to the third thing. and to be followers of them, as they were of christ; and this will led to the third thing. cc pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f pno32, c-acp pns32 vbdr pp-f np1; cc d vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1. (7) chapter (DIV2) 12 Page 11
178 CHAP. III. The Government of a KING is most Ancient. THat it is most Ancient, I think none are so sottish as to deny it, CHAP. III. The Government of a KING is most Ancient. THat it is most Ancient, I think none Are so sottish as to deny it, np1 np1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-ds j. cst pn31 vbz av-ds j, pns11 vvb pix vbr av j c-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, (8) chapter (DIV2) 12 Page 12
179 and therefore there needs but little to be said in it. and Therefore there needs but little to be said in it. cc av a-acp av p-acp j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
180 Yet for satisfaction to some that are beating the Bush to start something from the Form of a new government; Yet for satisfaction to Some that Are beating the Bush to start something from the From of a new government; av p-acp n1 p-acp d cst vbr vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
181 this much I shall insert, that Melchisedec, who is recorded in the Scripture without Father, without Mother, without descent, having neither beginning of day, this much I shall insert, that Melchizedek, who is recorded in the Scripture without Father, without Mother, without descent, having neither beginning of day, d d pns11 vmb vvi, cst np1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, vhg dx n1 pp-f n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
182 nor end of life, was constituted a King on Earth, and exercised a Kingly Power and Government over the faithfull Servants of God then living; nor end of life, was constituted a King on Earth, and exercised a Kingly Power and Government over the faithful Servants of God then living; ccx n1 pp-f n1, vbds vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvn dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 av vvg; (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
183 to whom and to whose Government, even Abraham (whom the holy Ghost stiles the Father of the faithful) did most gladly submit. to whom and to whose Government, even Abraham (whom the holy Ghost stile the Father of the faithful) did most gladly submit. p-acp ro-crq cc p-acp rg-crq n1, av np1 (r-crq dt j n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j) vdd av-ds av-j vvi. (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
184 This was the first Form of Government that the people of God, Gods chosen people were subject to, This was the First From of Government that the people of God, God's chosen people were Subject to, d vbds dt ord n1 pp-f n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1, npg1 j-vvn n1 vbdr j-jn p-acp, (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
185 and under which they first received a blessing. and under which they First received a blessing. cc p-acp r-crq pns32 ord vvd dt n1. (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
186 And whereas it is written that Melchisedec was without beginning of days, or end of life: And whereas it is written that Melchizedek was without beginning of days, or end of life: cc cs pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n1: (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
187 so also his Government (I mean a Kingly Government) had no beginning, and shall have no end, so also his Government (I mean a Kingly Government) had no beginning, and shall have no end, av av po31 n1 (pns11 vvb dt j n1) vhd dx n1, cc vmb vhi dx n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
188 because it came forth from, and was founded in the eternal God, and unto him shall return again, Because it Come forth from, and was founded in the Eternal God, and unto him shall return again, c-acp pn31 vvd av p-acp, cc vbds vvn p-acp dt j np1, cc p-acp pno31 vmb vvi av, (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
189 and have its center for ever in him. and have its centre for ever in him. cc vhb po31 n1 p-acp av p-acp pno31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
190 Alas, the Government of a Free-State (as some cail it) is a new thing (or there is no such thing) having not one sentence in the Book of God that testifies any such thing (except Corah, Dathan and Abiram, and the two hundred and fifty principal men of the Congregation, did intend to establish such a Government, Alas, the Government of a Free-state (as Some cail it) is a new thing (or there is no such thing) having not one sentence in the Book of God that Testifies any such thing (except Corah, Dathan and Abiram, and the two hundred and fifty principal men of the Congregation, did intend to establish such a Government, np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (c-acp d vvb pn31) vbz dt j n1 (cc pc-acp vbz dx d n1) vhg xx crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz d d n1 (c-acp np1, np1 cc np1, cc dt crd crd cc crd j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, vdd vvi pc-acp vvi d dt n1, (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
191 when they told Moses that he took too much upon him to list up himself above the Congregation of the Lord) and is therefore both invaluable, when they told Moses that he took too much upon him to list up himself above the Congregation of the Lord) and is Therefore both invaluable, c-crq pns32 vvd np1 cst pns31 vvd av av-d p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) cc vbz av d j, (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
192 and inconsiderable to a Kingly Government, having nothing of the Image, or Superscription of the King of Kings engraven upon it; and inconsiderable to a Kingly Government, having nothing of the Image, or Superscription of the King of Kings engraven upon it; cc j p-acp dt j n1, vhg pix pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp pn31; (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
193 nor so much as the shadow of Antiquity to countenance it. nor so much as the shadow of Antiquity to countenance it. ccx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (8) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 12
194 CHAP. IV. That the Government of a KING is most safe for the People. CHAP. IV. That the Government of a KING is most safe for the People. np1 np1 cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 13 Page 13
195 ANd as the Government of a single person is most Ancient, so it carryeth most of the peoples safety with it: ANd as the Government of a single person is most Ancient, so it Carrieth most of the peoples safety with it: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz av-ds j, av pn31 vvz ds pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp pn31: (9) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 13
196 this also is clear from Scripture and Reason. Moses the Servant of the Lord, from the tenderness of his heart to Israels safety, this also is clear from Scripture and Reason. Moses the Servant of the Lord, from the tenderness of his heart to Israel's safety, d av vbz j p-acp n1 cc n1. np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 13
197 and fearing least the late distemper of Corah and his Accomplices might be revived after his death to their utter ruine and destruction (after that the Lord had told him, that he should not go into the Land of Canaan, but that he should go up into Mount Nebo and die there) earnestly prayed unto the Lord in these words, Let the Lord the God of the Spirits of all flesh, set a man (not men) over the Congregation, which may go out before them, and fearing least the late distemper of Corah and his Accomplices might be revived After his death to their utter ruin and destruction (After that the Lord had told him, that he should not go into the Land of Canaan, but that he should go up into Mount Nebo and die there) earnestly prayed unto the Lord in these words, Let the Lord the God of the Spirits of all Flesh, Set a man (not men) over the Congregation, which may go out before them, cc vvg ds dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1 (c-acp d dt n1 vhd vvn pno31, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp vvb np1 cc vvz a-acp) av-j vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2, vvb dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, vvd dt n1 (xx n2) p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi av p-acp pno32, (9) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 13
198 and which may go in before them: And which may lead them out ▪ and which may bring them in; and which may go in before them: And which may led them out ▪ and which may bring them in; cc r-crq vmb vvi p-acp p-acp pno32: cc r-crq vmb vvi pno32 av ▪ cc r-crq vmb vvi pno32 p-acp; (9) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 13
199 that the Congregation of the Lord be not as sheep without a shepherd, Numb. 27. 16, 17. In this Scripture, the Holy Ghost shews these two things: that the Congregation of the Lord be not as sheep without a shepherd, Numb. 27. 16, 17. In this Scripture, the Holy Ghost shows these two things: cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb xx p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, j. crd crd, crd p-acp d n1, dt j n1 vvz d crd n2: (9) chapter (DIV2) 14 Page 13
200 First, Moses his earnest desires for the Peoples safety. First, Moses his earnest Desires for the Peoples safety. ord, np1 po31 j n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 15 Page 13
201 Secondly, His Proposition to God, of what he apprehended might be the most effectual mean for the people to attain it (Let the Lord set a man over the Congregation) and in the 3. verses following, the Holy Ghost shews these things; Secondly, His Proposition to God, of what he apprehended might be the most effectual mean for the people to attain it (Let the Lord Set a man over the Congregation) and in the 3. Verses following, the Holy Ghost shows these things; ord, po31 n1 p-acp np1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vvd vmd vbi dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 (vvd dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1) cc p-acp dt crd n2 vvg, dt j n1 vvz d n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 13
202 First, Gods approbation of Moses his Proposition: Secondly, his consent and grant, of his charitable and loving Petition for the peoples safety. First, God's approbation of Moses his Proposition: Secondly, his consent and grant, of his charitable and loving Petition for the peoples safety. ord, npg1 n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1: ord, po31 n1 cc vvi, pp-f po31 j cc j-vvg vvb p-acp dt ng1 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 13
203 And me thinks the Lord speaks thus to him, Moses I have read thy Petition, I finde it honest, just, And me thinks the Lord speaks thus to him, Moses I have read thy Petition, I find it honest, just, cc pno11 vvz dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno31, np1 pns11 vhb vvn po21 vvb, pns11 vvb pn31 j, j, (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 13
204 and godly, and no way contradicting my mind and will: and godly, and no Way contradicting my mind and will: cc j, cc dx n1 vvg po11 n1 cc n1: (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 13
205 I have therefore granted thy request, I have considered thy wisdom in propounding such an effectual means for the peoples safety, I have Therefore granted thy request, I have considered thy Wisdom in propounding such an effectual means for the peoples safety, pns11 vhb av vvn po21 n1, pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1 p-acp vvg d dt j n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 13
206 as the placing one Head Governor over them, and I approve of it, it likes me well, and it shall be done. as the placing one Head Governor over them, and I approve of it, it likes me well, and it shall be done. c-acp dt vvg crd n1 n1 p-acp pno32, cc pns11 vvb pp-f pn31, pn31 vvz pno11 av, cc pn31 vmb vbi vdn. (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 13
207 Be it therefore enacted in Heaven by God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost (three Persons and one God) that the government of a single Person, be establisht upon earth, Be it Therefore enacted in Heaven by God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost (three Persons and one God) that the government of a single Person, be established upon earth, vbb pn31 av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, np1 dt n1, cc np1 dt j n1 (crd n2 cc crd np1) cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbb vvn p-acp n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 14
208 as the most effectual means for the preservation, peace and safety of the people thereof, and that they be conformable and obedient to it: as the most effectual means for the preservation, peace and safety of the people thereof, and that they be conformable and obedient to it: c-acp dt av-ds j n2 p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 av, cc cst pns32 vbb j cc j p-acp pn31: (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 14
209 And whereas Joshuah the son of Nun hath been hitherto faithfull, godly, and upright in all his ways, And whereas Joshua the son of Nun hath been hitherto faithful, godly, and upright in all his ways, cc cs np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vbn av j, j, cc av-j p-acp d po31 n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 14
210 and was not consenting to the seditious, and Government-despising principles of Corah, Dathan and Abiram, and hath followed me fully in my Ordinances and commands, which I have given to Israel, he shall be the man that shall be their Chief governour, and was not consenting to the seditious, and Government-despising principles of Corah, Dathan and Abiram, and hath followed me Fully in my Ordinances and commands, which I have given to Israel, he shall be the man that shall be their Chief governor, cc vbds xx vvg p-acp dt j, cc j n2 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1, cc vhz vvn pno11 av-j p-acp po11 n2 cc n2, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 cst vmb vbi po32 j-jn n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 14
211 thus we may see what government was best pleasing to God, and most suitable to his minde. thus we may see what government was best pleasing to God, and most suitable to his mind. av pns12 vmb vvi r-crq n1 vbds js vvg p-acp np1, cc av-ds j p-acp po31 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 14
212 Israel had a Judge by a heavenly Ordinance; and the Nations of the Gentiles a King by an eternal unalterable decree. Israel had a Judge by a heavenly Ordinance; and the nations of the Gentiles a King by an Eternal unalterable Decree. np1 vhd dt n1 p-acp dt j n1; cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2-j dt n1 p-acp dt j j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 14
213 The Reign of Kings ▪ to generation came, Judges being qualify'd receiv'd the same. The Reign of Kings ▪ to generation Come, Judges being qualified received the same. dt vvi pp-f n2 ▪ p-acp n1 vvd, n2 vbg vvn vvd dt d. (9) chapter (DIV2) 16 Page 14
214 Secondly, The greatest time of safety that God hath promised to his Church and People on Earth, in the great union of J•ws and Gentiles, will be in the time of a Kingly Government, Secondly, The greatest time of safety that God hath promised to his Church and People on Earth, in the great Union of J•ws and Gentiles, will be in the time of a Kingly Government, ord, dt js n1 pp-f n1 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvz cc n2-j, vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
215 and from thence shall they receive an abundance of indulgency; and from thence shall they receive an abundance of indulgency; cc p-acp av vmb pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1; (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
216 for this is the word which the Lord hath spoken by the Prophet Isaiah, Behold, I will lift up my hand to the Gentiles, for this is the word which the Lord hath spoken by the Prophet Isaiah, Behold, I will lift up my hand to the Gentiles, p-acp d vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 np1, vvb, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n2-j, (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
217 and set up my standard to the people, and they shall bring thy s•ns in their arms, and Set up my standard to the people, and they shall bring thy s•ns in their arms, cc vvd a-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi po21 n2 p-acp po32 n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
218 and thy daughters shall be carried on their shoulders, and kings shall be thy nursing fathers, and thy daughters shall be carried on their shoulders, and Kings shall be thy nursing Father's, cc po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc n2 vmb vbi po21 j-vvg n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
219 and their queens thy nursing Mothers: and their queen's thy nursing Mother's: cc po32 n2 po21 j-vvg ng1: (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
220 they shall bow down to thee with their face toward the earth, and lick up the dust of thy feet, they shall bow down to thee with their face towards the earth, and lick up the dust of thy feet, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno21 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
221 and thou shalt know that I am the Lord; for they shall not be ashamed that wait for me. and thou shalt know that I am the Lord; for they shall not be ashamed that wait for me. cc pns21 vm2 vvi cst pns11 vbm dt n1; c-acp pns32 vmb xx vbi j cst vvb p-acp pno11. (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
222 In this Scripture, the Lord hath promised, that he wil so bring about and work such a change upon the heart of Kings; In this Scripture, the Lord hath promised, that he will so bring about and work such a change upon the heart of Kings; p-acp d n1, dt n1 vhz vvn, cst pns31 vmb av vvi a-acp cc vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
223 that they shall be so far from being persecutors of his Church or Exercisers of Tyrannie over them; that they shall be so Far from being persecutors of his Church or Exercisers of Tyranny over them; cst pns32 vmb vbi av av-j p-acp vbg n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
224 that they shall embrace them with the arms of love, and stoop to them with Congies of love, that they shall give the right hand of fellowship to them, that they shall embrace them with the arms of love, and stoop to them with Congies of love, that they shall give the right hand of fellowship to them, cst pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
225 and take sweet counsel together in the house of God, that they shall be their chief and choicest friends, using their power for their protection, and take sweet counsel together in the house of God, that they shall be their chief and Choicest Friends, using their power for their protection, cc vvb j n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vmb vbi po32 j-jn cc js n2, vvg po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 14
226 whereas formerly they have been great enemies and destroyers thereof. Now if a Kingly Government should be raced out and abolished: whereas formerly they have been great enemies and destroyers thereof. Now if a Kingly Government should be razed out and abolished: cs av-j pns32 vhb vbn j n2 cc n2 av. av cs dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn av cc vvn: (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 15
227 How shall the Church of God have Kings for their nursing Fathers, and Queens for their nursing Mothers. How shall the Church of God have Kings for their nursing Father's, and Queen's for their nursing Mother's. c-crq vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb n2 p-acp po32 j-vvg n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 j-vvg ng1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 17 Page 15
228 But besides these Scriptures, reason it self will tell us, that it is more safe for the people to enjoy a Government invested rather in one person then in a multitude of men; But beside these Scriptures, reason it self will tell us, that it is more safe for the people to enjoy a Government invested rather in one person then in a multitude of men; cc-acp p-acp d n2, vvb pn31 n1 vmb vvi pno12, cst pn31 vbz av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn av-c p-acp crd n1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
229 for a Nation may very fitly be compared to a private Family, consisting of many Servants; for a nation may very fitly be compared to a private Family, consisting of many Servants; p-acp dt n1 vmb av av-j vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvg pp-f d n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
230 which can never be well ordered, wherein there are many Masters: which can never be well ordered, wherein there Are many Masters: r-crq vmb av-x vbi av vvn, c-crq pc-acp vbr d n2: (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
231 for, if according to the words of our Saviour, no Servant can well serve two Masters; for, if according to the words of our Saviour, no Servant can well serve two Masters; c-acp, cs vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, dx n1 vmb av vvi crd n2; (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
232 for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and des•ise the other: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or Else he will hold to the one, and des•ise the other: p-acp d pns31 vmb vvi dt crd, cc vvb dt j-jn; cc av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt pi, cc vvi dt n-jn: (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
233 How then can he serve more then twice two hundred. How then can he serve more then twice two hundred. uh-crq av vmb pns31 vvi dc cs av crd crd. (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
234 Amongst many there may be much division, in one there can be but little, if any. In unity there is safety; in Division confusion. among many there may be much division, in one there can be but little, if any. In unity there is safety; in Division confusion. p-acp d a-acp vmb vbi d n1, p-acp crd zz vmb vbi cc-acp j, cs d. p-acp n1 a-acp vbz n1; p-acp n1 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
235 This is not a bare conjecture, or a supposed thing, many late years sad experience hath confirmed it for Truth. This is not a bore conjecture, or a supposed thing, many late Years sad experience hath confirmed it for Truth. d vbz xx dt j n1, cc dt j-vvn n1, d j n2 j n1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
236 How prone men are to division, we need not ask; How prove men Are to division, we need not ask; q-crq j n2 vbr p-acp n1, pns12 vvb xx vvi; (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
237 and how bitter the fruit of it is, we have been made to know by tasting the forbidden fruit: and how bitter the fruit of it is, we have been made to know by tasting the forbidden fruit: cc c-crq j dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz, pns12 vhb vbn vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg dt j-vvn n1: (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
238 I mean by doing that in obedience to men, and their Ordinances which God hath expresly forbidden in his word. I mean by doing that in Obedience to men, and their Ordinances which God hath expressly forbidden in his word. pns11 vvb p-acp vdg d p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cc po32 n2 r-crq np1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
239 A Ship must needs sail in hazard and danger of being cast away, that hath many Pilots of equal Authority at the Helm, let the Marriners handle their Ropes as skilfully as they can, A Ship must needs sail in hazard and danger of being cast away, that hath many Pilots of equal authority At the Helm, let the Mariners handle their Ropes as skilfully as they can, dt n1 vmb av vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f vbg vvn av, cst vhz d n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb dt n2 vvb po32 n2 c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb, (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
240 and the wind blow never so fair: and the wind blow never so fair: cc dt n1 vvb av-x av j: (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
241 Nor is there any real likelyhood, that a sick person should be in safety or recover health that hath a multitude of Physicians about his sick bed. Nor is there any real likelihood, that a sick person should be in safety or recover health that hath a multitude of Physicians about his sick Bed. ccx vbz pc-acp d j n1, cst dt j n1 vmd vbi p-acp n1 cc vvi n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po31 j n1. (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
242 If England then would be healed of the Falling-sickness, and Convulsion Fits of Division: If England then would be healed of the Epilepsy, and Convulsion Fits of Division: cs np1 av vmd vbi vvn pp-f dt n1, cc n1 vvz pp-f n1: (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
243 Let them apply to their stomacks the Leaf of a godly Christianlike, Ancient Government, and they shall be healed, or else never. Probatum est. FINIS. Let them apply to their stomachs the Leaf of a godly Christianlike, Ancient Government, and they shall be healed, or Else never. Probatum est. FINIS. vvb pno32 vvi p-acp po32 n2 dt n1 pp-f dt j j, j n1, cc pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc av av-x. fw-la fw-la. fw-la. (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15
244 — Regúm est Parcere subjectis, & debellare superbos. Humanum est errare, sed diabolicum aest perseverare. — Regúm est Parcere subjectis, & Debellare Superbos. Humanum est errare, sed diabolicum aest perseverare. — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc vvi n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvn fw-la. (9) chapter (DIV2) 18 Page 15

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