The song of Moses the servant of God, and the song of the Lambe: opened in a sermon preached to the Honorable House of Commons, at their late solemne day of thanksgiving, Iune 15. 1643. for the discovery of a dangerous, desperate, and bloudy designe, tending to the utter subversion of the Parliament, and of the famous city of London. / By Stephen Marshall, B.D. and Pastor of Finchingfield in Essex. Published by order of that House.

Marshall, Stephen, 1594?-1655
Publisher: Printed for Sam Man and Sam Gellibrand in Pauls Church yard
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1643
Approximate Era: CivilWar
TCP ID: A89586 ESTC ID: R16053 STC ID: M789
Subject Headings: Bible. -- N.T. -- Revelation XV, 2-4; Civil War, 1642-1649; Fast-day sermons -- 17th century; Great Britain -- Politics and government -- 1642-1649; Sermons, English -- 17th century;
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0 A SERMON PREACHED BEFORE the Honorable House of COMMONS, on the 15. of Iune 1643. being the day of their publique THANKS GIVING. A SERMON PREACHED BEFORE the Honourable House of COMMONS, on the 15. of Iune 1643. being the day of their public THANKS GIVING. dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt crd pp-f np1 crd vbg dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2 vvg. (3) sermon (DIV1) 0 Page 1
1 HOnorable and Beloved, were the strength of my body, and my furniture of wisdome, learning, Honourable and beloved, were the strength of my body, and my furniture of Wisdom, learning, j cc j-vvn, vbdr dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc po11 n1 pp-f n1, n1, (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 1
2 and grace, in any degree answerable to the service of this Day, I could not but exceedingly rejoyce, in being called to this work, in this place, at this time. and grace, in any degree answerable to the service of this Day, I could not but exceedingly rejoice, in being called to this work, in this place, At this time. cc n1, p-acp d n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vmd xx cc-acp av-vvg vvi, p-acp vbg vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1. (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 1
3 For having been lately restored from the gates of death, what greater mercy could I wish, For having been lately restored from the gates of death, what greater mercy could I wish, p-acp vhg vbn av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq jc n1 vmd pns11 vvi, (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 1
4 then to praise God in the great Congregation? and having been reported over the whole Kingdom, to have altered my former judgement, concerning this just cause of the Parliaments Defensive Arms: then to praise God in the great Congregation? and having been reported over the Whole Kingdom, to have altered my former judgement, Concerning this just cause of the Parliaments Defensive Arms: cs pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1? cc vhg vbn vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vhi vvn po11 j n1, vvg d j n1 pp-f dt n2 j n2: (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 1
5 yea that the horrour of my guilt, in adhering to this Cause, had distracted me, yea that the horror of my guilt, in adhering to this Cause, had distracted me, uh cst dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, vhd vvn pno11, (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 1
6 and made me mad, can I look upon it otherwise then as a great and publike taking off this reproach, by being called to exercise my poor talent, in that Assembly which is the whole Kingdom by Representation, and made me mad, can I look upon it otherwise then as a great and public taking off this reproach, by being called to exercise my poor talon, in that Assembly which is the Whole Kingdom by Representation, cc vvd pno11 j, vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pn31 av av c-acp dt j cc j vvg a-acp d n1, p-acp vbg vvn pc-acp vvi po11 j n1, p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 1
7 and at this time, to be a furtherer of your joy and thankfulnesse, for Almightie Gods watchfull eye and powerfull hand thus wonderfully manifested against the desperate and bloody Designes of those that would destroy you? But I fear, and At this time, to be a furtherer of your joy and thankfulness, for Almighty God's watchful eye and powerful hand thus wonderfully manifested against the desperate and bloody Designs of those that would destroy you? But I Fear, cc p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 cc n1, p-acp j-jn n2 j n1 cc j n1 av av-j vvn p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f d cst vmd vvi pn22? p-acp pns11 vvb, (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 2
8 lest this which is so many wayes a favour to me, should prove your losse through my weaknesse, which would not permit me to study much in private, lest this which is so many ways a favour to me, should prove your loss through my weakness, which would not permit me to study much in private, cs d r-crq vbz av d n2 dt n1 p-acp pno11, vmd vvi po22 n1 p-acp po11 n1, r-crq vmd xx vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi av-d p-acp j, (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 2
9 and I fear will disable me in the publike delivering that little which God hath brought to my hand; and I Fear will disable me in the public delivering that little which God hath brought to my hand; cc pns11 vvb vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt j n-vvg cst av-j r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po11 n1; (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 2
10 yet this doth encourage me, I have abundant experience of your Candor, and I know that both with God and man, where there is first a willing mind, (especially in a day & service of Thanksgiving) it is accepted according to what a man hath, yet this does encourage me, I have abundant experience of your Candor, and I know that both with God and man, where there is First a willing mind, (especially in a day & service of Thanksgiving) it is accepted according to what a man hath, av d vdz vvi pno11, pns11 vhb j n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc pns11 vvb cst d p-acp np1 cc n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz ord dt j n1, (av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1) pn31 vbz vvn p-acp p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhz, (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 2
11 and not according to that he hath not. and not according to that he hath not. cc xx vvg p-acp cst pns31 vhz xx. (4) part (DIV2) 1 Page 2
12 Yea, I have one encouragement more, that Gods providence hath directed me to such a Text, which is not onely sutable to our meeting, Yea, I have one encouragement more, that God's providence hath directed me to such a Text, which is not only suitable to our meeting, uh, pns11 vhb crd n1 av-dc, cst ng1 n1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp d dt n1, r-crq vbz xx av-j j p-acp po12 n1, (4) part (DIV2) 2 Page 2
13 and service, but so really intended by the Spirit of God, for your time and work, that the very reading of it, (though an hour together) might exceedingly affect you, and service, but so really intended by the Spirit of God, for your time and work, that the very reading of it, (though an hour together) might exceedingly affect you, cc n1, cc-acp av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po22 n1 cc n1, cst dt j n-vvg pp-f pn31, (cs dt n1 av) vmd av-vvg vvi pn22, (4) part (DIV2) 2 Page 2
14 if once you have the true meaning of it; if once you have the true meaning of it; cs a-acp pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (4) part (DIV2) 2 Page 2
15 which Text you shall finde written in REVEL. 15. 3, 4. read also ver. 2. Verse 2. And I saw as it were a sea of glasse mingled with fire, and them that had gotten the victory over the Beast, which Text you shall find written in REVEL. 15. 3, 4. read also for. 2. Verse 2. And I saw as it were a sea of glass mingled with fire, and them that had got the victory over the Beast, r-crq n1 pn22 vmb vvi vvn p-acp vvi. crd crd, crd vvn av p-acp. crd n1 crd cc pns11 vvd c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc pno32 cst vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (4) part (DIV2) 2 Page 2
16 and over his Image, and over his Mark, and over the number of his Name, stand on the sea of glasse, having the harps of God. and over his Image, and over his Mark, and over the number of his Name, stand on the sea of glass, having the harps of God. cc p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vhg dt n2 pp-f np1. (4) part (DIV2) 2 Page 2
17 3. And they sung the song of Moses, the servant of God, and the song of the Lambe, saying, Great and marvellous are thy works, Lord God Almighty: 3. And they sung the song of Moses, the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, Great and marvellous Are thy works, Lord God Almighty: crd cc pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg, j cc j vbr po21 n2, n1 np1 j-jn: (4) part (DIV2) 2 Page 2
18 just and true are thy wayes, thou King of Saints. just and true Are thy ways, thou King of Saints. j cc j vbr po21 n2, pns21 n1 pp-f n2. (4) part (DIV2) 2 Page 2
19 4. Who shall not fear thee, O Lord, and glorifie thy Name? for thou onely art holy, 4. Who shall not Fear thee, Oh Lord, and Glorify thy Name? for thou only art holy, crd q-crq vmb xx vvi pno21, uh n1, cc vvi po21 n1? c-acp pns21 j n1 j, (4) part (DIV2) 2 Page 3
20 for all Nations shall come and worship before thee, for thy judgements are made manifest. for all nations shall come and worship before thee, for thy Judgments Are made manifest. c-acp d n2 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno21, p-acp po21 n2 vbr vvn j. (4) part (DIV2) 2 Page 3
21 THis Text, though it be a part of the Apocalyps, the darkest, and most mysticall Book in all the Scriptures, THis Text, though it be a part of the Apocalypse, the Darkest, and most mystical Book in all the Scriptures, d n1, cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt np1, dt js, cc av-ds j n1 p-acp d dt n2, (5) part (DIV2) 3 Page 3
22 and therefore thought generally hard to be understood, yet time (one of the best Interpreters of Prophecies) hath produced the events answering the types so full and clear, that we have the whole Army of Protestant Interpreters agreeing in the generall scope and meaning of it, which in a few words be pleased to take thus: and Therefore Thought generally hard to be understood, yet time (one of the best Interpreters of Prophecies) hath produced the events answering the types so full and clear, that we have the Whole Army of Protestant Interpreters agreeing in the general scope and meaning of it, which in a few words be pleased to take thus: cc av vvd av-j j pc-acp vbi vvn, av n1 (pi pp-f dt js n2 pp-f n2) vhz vvn dt n2 vvg dt n2 av j cc j, cst pns12 vhb dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 n2 vvg p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, r-crq p-acp dt d n2 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi av: (5) part (DIV2) 3 Page 3
23 A great part of this Book, is a setting out the conflicting state of the Church (under the great Apostasie) with the Antichrist, the heaviest and forest enemy which ever the Church had; A great part of this Book, is a setting out the conflicting state of the Church (under the great Apostasy) with the Antichrist, the Heaviest and forest enemy which ever the Church had; dt j n1 pp-f d n1, vbz dt n-vvg av dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 (p-acp dt j n1) p-acp dt np1, dt js cc n1 n1 r-crq av dt n1 vhd; (5) part (DIV2) 4 Page 3
24 and this Antichristian power and dominion is set forth (as other Kingdoms elsewhere are) by a systeme of the world, wherein are earth, water, air, sunne, moon, starres, a King, a Metropoliticall City, Provinces, People, &c. an Antichristian Empire, an Antichristian World; and this great Monarchy of Antichrist hath the time of its rising, its triumphant reigning, its declining, and ruine, and the state of the Church of Christ under all these, clearly foretold in this Book. and this Antichristian power and dominion is Set forth (as other Kingdoms elsewhere Are) by a system of the world, wherein Are earth, water, air, sun, moon, Stars, a King, a Metropolitical city, Provinces, People, etc. an Antichristian Empire, an Antichristian World; and this great Monarchy of Antichrist hath the time of its rising, its triumphant reigning, its declining, and ruin, and the state of the Church of christ under all these, clearly foretold in this Book. cc d jp n1 cc n1 vbz vvn av (c-acp j-jn n2 av vbr) p-acp dt vvb pp-f dt n1, c-crq vbr n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n2, dt n1, dt j n1, n2, n1, av dt jp n1, dt jp n1; cc d j n1 pp-f np1 vhz dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg, po31 j vvg, po31 vvg, cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d d, av-j vvn p-acp d n1. (5) part (DIV2) 4 Page 3
25 And (to say nothing of his rising, and reigne) his ruine is described in this fifteenth, And (to say nothing of his rising, and Reign) his ruin is described in this fifteenth, cc (pc-acp vvi pix pp-f po31 n-vvg, cc n1) po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp d ord, (5) part (DIV2) 4 Page 3
26 and sixteenth Chapter, under the Type of seven Angels, pouring out seven vials full of the wrath of God: and sixteenth Chapter, under the Type of seven Angels, pouring out seven vials full of the wrath of God: cc ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, vvg av crd n2 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (5) part (DIV2) 4 Page 3
27 the seven vialls being so many degrees of the Beasts, or Antichrists ruine: the seven vials being so many Degrees of the Beasts, or Antichrists ruin: dt crd n2 vbg av d n2 pp-f dt n2, cc np2 n1: (5) part (DIV2) 4 Page 3
28 which story of the vialls, the Holy Ghost sets down two wayes, first generally, in the fifteenth Chapter, which story of the vials, the Holy Ghost sets down two ways, First generally, in the fifteenth Chapter, r-crq n1 pp-f dt n2, dt j n1 vvz a-acp crd n2, ord av-j, p-acp dt ord n1, (5) part (DIV2) 4 Page 4
29 secondly more particularly, in the sixteenth Chapter. secondly more particularly, in the sixteenth Chapter. ord n1 av-j, p-acp dt ord n1. (5) part (DIV2) 4 Page 4
30 In the generall description of them in this fifteenth Chapter, we have first the circumstance of the place, where this Vision was seen, whence these Angels came, that is, heaven: I saw another signe in heaven, verse 1. that is, the true Church, whereof Christ is King, opposed to the world, wherein Antichrist reigns, In the general description of them in this fifteenth Chapter, we have First the circumstance of the place, where this Vision was seen, whence these Angels Come, that is, heaven: I saw Another Signen in heaven, verse 1. that is, the true Church, whereof christ is King, opposed to the world, wherein Antichrist reigns, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp d ord n1, pns12 vhb ord dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq d n1 vbds vvn, c-crq d n2 vvd, cst vbz, n1: pns11 vvd j-jn n1 p-acp n1, n1 crd d vbz, dt j n1, c-crq np1 vbz n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq np1 vvz, (5) part (DIV2) 5 Page 4
31 as beyond all doubt, may be cleared out of the fourth Chapter of this Book, which is the Stage of all the Apocalypticall visions. as beyond all doubt, may be cleared out of the fourth Chapter of this Book, which is the Stage of all the Apocalyptical visions. c-acp p-acp d n1, vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt j n2. (5) part (DIV2) 5 Page 4
32 Secondly, we have the things themselves, or the marvellous signes which were seen in this place, and they are three. Secondly, we have the things themselves, or the marvellous Signs which were seen in this place, and they Are three. ord, pns12 vhb dt n2 px32, cc dt j n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp d n1, cc pns32 vbr crd. (5) part (DIV2) 5 Page 4
33 First, The behaviour of the true Church of Christ, during this time of the pouring out of the vialls, ver. 2, 3, 4. First, The behaviour of the true Church of christ, during this time of the pouring out of the vials, ver. 2, 3, 4. ord, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j-vvg av pp-f dt n2, fw-la. crd, crd, crd (5) part (DIV2) 6 Page 4
34 Secondly, The description of the seven Angels, the instruments who were to pour out these vialls, their apparatus, qualifications, and furniture, they come out of the temple, clothed in pure and white linnen, Secondly, The description of the seven Angels, the Instruments who were to pour out these vials, their apparatus, qualifications, and furniture, they come out of the temple, clothed in pure and white linen, ord, dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2, dt n2 r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi av d n2, po32 fw-la, n2, cc n1, pns32 vvb av pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp j cc j-jn n1, (5) part (DIV2) 7 Page 4
35 and having their breasts girded with golden girdles; and having their breasts girded with golden girdles; cc vhg po32 n2 vvn p-acp j n2; (5) part (DIV2) 7 Page 4
36 Habitu & cluctu sacerdotali ornati, like the Priests of God, Ezek. 44. 17, 18. pure worshippers. Habitu & cluctu Sacerdotal ornati, like the Priests of God, Ezekiel 44. 17, 18. pure worshippers. fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd crd, crd j n2. (5) part (DIV2) 7 Page 4
37 Thirdly, A description of the Church, in reference to Christs presence with it, his owning, Thirdly, A description of the Church, in Referente to Christ presence with it, his owning, ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pn31, po31 vvg, (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 4
38 and protecting it, though after a more dark manner, vers. 8. The Temple was filled with smoak, from the glory of God, and protecting it, though After a more dark manner, vers. 8. The Temple was filled with smoke, from the glory of God, cc vvg pn31, c-acp p-acp dt av-dc j n1, fw-la. crd dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 4
39 and from his power, &c. alluding to Gods taking possession of the Tabernacle; and from his power, etc. alluding to God's taking possession of the Tabernacle; cc p-acp po31 n1, av vvg p-acp n2 vvg n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 4
40 Exod. 40. 34. and of Solomons Temple, 1 King. 8. 10, 11. The first of these I am to deal with at this time, viz. The behaviour of the Church during the time of the pouring out the vialls. Exod 40. 34. and of Solomons Temple, 1 King. 8. 10, 11. The First of these I am to deal with At this time, viz. The behaviour of the Church during the time of the pouring out the vials. np1 crd crd cc pp-f np1 n1, crd n1. crd crd, crd dt ord pp-f d pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp d n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg av dt n2. (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 4
41 Wherein observe two things, first, their state, verse 2. secondly, their work, verse 3, 4. Their state; Wherein observe two things, First, their state, verse 2. secondly, their work, verse 3, 4. Their state; q-crq vvb crd n2, ord, po32 n1, n1 crd ord, po32 n1, n1 crd, crd po32 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 4
42 I saw as it were a sea of glasse mingled with fire, and them that had gotten the victory over the Beast, &c. stand on the sea of glasse, having the harps of God. I saw as it were a sea of glass mingled with fire, and them that had got the victory over the Beast, etc. stand on the sea of glass, having the harps of God. pns11 vvd c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc pno32 cst vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vhg dt n2 pp-f np1. (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
43 This sea of glasse, or crystall, is described Chap. 4. 6. placed before the Throne, alluding to the great Laver, This sea of glass, or crystal, is described Chap. 4. 6. placed before the Throne, alluding to the great Laver, d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, vbz vvn np1 crd crd vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
44 or Sea in Solomons Temple, wherein the Priests were to wash themselves from their uncleannesses, whenever they approached nigh to the Altar of God to offer sacrifice; or Sea in Solomons Temple, wherein the Priests were to wash themselves from their Uncleannesses, whenever they approached High to the Altar of God to offer sacrifice; cc n1 p-acp np1 n1, c-crq dt n2 vbdr pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp po32 n2, av pns32 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1; (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
45 onely that was made of brasse, this of a more pure and transparent metall: In this Laver the Reformed Churches had lately been washed from the foulnesse, only that was made of brass, this of a more pure and transparent metal: In this Laver the Reformed Churches had lately been washed from the foulness, av-j d vbds vvn pp-f n1, d pp-f dt av-dc j cc j n1: p-acp d n1 dt vvn n2 vhd av-j vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
46 and pollutions of Antichristianity, out of which they had newly escaped, having gotten the victory over the Beast, and pollutions of Antichristianity, out of which they had newly escaped, having got the victory over the Beast, cc n2 pp-f np1, av pp-f r-crq pns32 vhd av-j vvn, vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
47 and over his Image, and over his Mark, and over the number of his Name; and over his Image, and over his Mark, and over the number of his Name; cc p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
48 and being cleansed in this Laver, (though mingled with fire, whether of contention, or other affliction, I dispute not) they stand up on the brim of it, with the harps of God in their hands, with instruments of praise, as the Israelites did upon the banks of the Red-sea, (thorow which they had lately passed, and being cleansed in this Laver, (though mingled with fire, whither of contention, or other affliction, I dispute not) they stand up on the brim of it, with the harps of God in their hands, with Instruments of praise, as the Israelites did upon the banks of the Red sea, (thorough which they had lately passed, cc vbg vvn p-acp d n1, (cs vvn p-acp n1, cs pp-f n1, cc j-jn n1, pns11 vvb xx) pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt np2 vdd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1, (p-acp r-crq pns32 vhd av-j vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
49 and in it been baptized unto God) singing a song of praise for their great deliverance from Pharaoh and his Hoast, who perished in the pursuing of them; and in it been baptised unto God) singing a song of praise for their great deliverance from Pharaoh and his Host, who perished in the pursuing of them; cc p-acp pn31 vbi vvn p-acp np1) vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32; (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
50 This was their condition, and their posture, a delivered, cleansed condition, a praisefull posture. Secondly, their work, during the time of the pouring out the vialls, they sang an NONLATINALPHABET, a triumphant song, Canticum gratulatorium & eucharisticum, a song of praise and thanksgiving: wherein observe two things; This was their condition, and their posture, a Delivered, cleansed condition, a praiseful posture. Secondly, their work, during the time of the pouring out the vials, they sang an, a triumphant song, Canticum gratulatorium & Eucharisticum, a song of praise and thanksgiving: wherein observe two things; d vbds po32 n1, cc po32 n1, dt vvd, j-vvn n1, dt j n1. ord, po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg av dt n2, pns32 vvd dt, dt j n1, np1 fw-la cc fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: c-crq vvb crd n2; (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
51 first, the Title of the Song, The Song of Moses, the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb: First, the Title of the Song, The Song of Moses, the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb: ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
52 Secondly, the subject matter of the Song, Great and marvellous are thy works, Lord God Almighty, &c. The title: Secondly, the Subject matter of the Song, Great and marvellous Are thy works, Lord God Almighty, etc. The title: ord, dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, j cc j vbr po21 n2, n1 np1 j-jn, av dt n1: (5) part (DIV2) 8 Page 5
53 First, the song of Moses the servant of God, i. e. such a Song, and upon such an occasion as Moses and Miriam and the rest of the Israelites sang unto God when they had passed through the Red sea: 2ly. and the song of the Lamb: we have many songs of the Lamb recorded in this Booke; First, the song of Moses the servant of God, i. e. such a Song, and upon such an occasion as Moses and Miriam and the rest of the Israelites sang unto God when they had passed through the Read sea: 2ly. and the song of the Lamb: we have many songs of the Lamb recorded in this Book; ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, sy. sy. d dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n1 c-acp np1 cc np1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vvd p-acp np1 c-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1: av-j. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1: pns12 vhb d n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1; (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
54 cap. 4. 11. Thou art worthy O Lord to receive glory, and honour, and power, &c. is the constant song of the whole Church of Christ; cap. 4. 11. Thou art worthy Oh Lord to receive glory, and honour, and power, etc. is the constant song of the Whole Church of christ; n1. crd crd pns21 vb2r j uh n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1, cc n1, av vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1; (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
55 cap. 5. 9. the same quire sings a new song to the Lamb when hee had taken the booke to unloose the Seales thereof; cap. 5. 9. the same choir sings a new song to the Lamb when he had taken the book to unloose the Seals thereof; n1. crd crd dt d n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 av; (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
56 cap. 11. 17. the same Church sings another song of prayse upon the resurrection of the two witnesses, cap. 11. 17. the same Church sings Another song of praise upon the resurrection of the two Witnesses, n1. crd crd dt d n1 vvz j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2, (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
57 and the fall of the tenth part of the great City, We give thee thankes O Lord God Almighty, &c. cap. 12. 10. upon Michaels victorie over the dragon, there is another Song of praise, Now is come salvation, and the Kingdome of our God, and the fallen of the tenth part of the great city, We give thee thanks Oh Lord God Almighty, etc. cap. 12. 10. upon Michaels victory over the dragon, there is Another Song of praise, Now is come salvation, and the Kingdom of our God, cc dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt j n1, pns12 vvb pno21 n2 uh n1 np1 j-jn, av n1. crd crd p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1, av vbz vvn n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
58 and the power of his Christ, &c. cap. 14. 3. there's a New Song sung before the throne which no man could learne, and the power of his christ, etc. cap. 14. 3. there's a New Song sung before the throne which no man could Learn, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 np1, av n1. crd crd pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq dx n1 vmd vvi, (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
59 but the hundred forty and foure thousand which were redeemed from the earth: but the hundred forty and foure thousand which were redeemed from the earth: cc-acp dt crd crd cc crd crd r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1: (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
60 Now whether this Song of the Lamb be the Song which those harpers sang, or whether, Now whither this Song of the Lamb be the Song which those harpers sang, or whither, av cs d n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb dt n1 r-crq d n2 vvd, cc cs, (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
61 and how farre it is composed out of the rest of the songs recorded in this Book, is needlesse (as some Interpreters doe) to enquire, and how Far it is composed out of the rest of the songs recorded in this Book, is needless (as Some Interpreters do) to inquire, cc c-crq av-j pn31 vbz vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vvn p-acp d n1, vbz j (c-acp d n2 vdb) pc-acp vvi, (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
62 because we have the matter of the Song layed downe in so many words; Because we have the matter of the Song laid down in so many words; c-acp pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp av d n2; (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
63 it is sufficient that it's therefore called the Song of the Lamb, because it was indited by the Spirit of the Lamb, it is sufficient that it's Therefore called the Song of the Lamb, Because it was Indited by the Spirit of the Lamb, pn31 vbz j cst pn31|vbz av vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
64 and tends to advance the glory of the Lamb their Saviour and Deliverer. 2. The matter of the Song: and tends to advance the glory of the Lamb their Saviour and Deliverer. 2. The matter of the Song: cc vvz pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f dt n1 po32 n1 cc n1. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (5) part (DIV2) 9 Page 6
65 which divides in selfe into two parts. 1. The Churches confession of the nature of those workes which Christ doth in the pouring out the seven vialls, ver. 3. viz. Great and marvellous are thy workes, Lord God Almighty, just and true are thy ways thou King of Saints, i. e. which divides in self into two parts. 1. The Churches Confessi of the nature of those works which christ does in the pouring out the seven vials, ver. 3. viz. Great and marvellous Are thy works, Lord God Almighty, just and true Are thy ways thou King of Saints, i. e. r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp crd n2. crd dt n2 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq np1 vdz p-acp dt vvg av dt crd n2, fw-la. crd n1 j cc j vbr po21 n2, n1 np1 j-jn, j cc j vbr po21 n2 pns21 n1 pp-f n2, sy. sy. (5) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
66 They are great and wonderfull, fit onely to bee done by him who is the Lord God Almghty, just and true, They Are great and wonderful, fit only to be done by him who is the Lord God Almighty, just and true, pns32 vbr j cc j, j av-j pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 np1 j, j cc j, (5) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
67 well becomming him who is the King of Saints. 2. The use which the Church makes of these works, which is threefold. 1. They record, celebrate, and publish them. well becoming him who is the King of Saints. 2. The use which the Church makes of these works, which is threefold. 1. They record, celebrate, and publish them. av vvg pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2. crd dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f d n2, r-crq vbz j. crd pns32 vvb, vvb, cc vvi pno32. (5) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
68 2. They engage and binde themselves faster and closer to him, in his worship and service, Who shall not feare thee O Lord, 2. They engage and bind themselves faster and closer to him, in his worship and service, Who shall not Fear thee Oh Lord, crd pns32 vvb cc vvb px32 av-jc cc av-jc p-acp pno31, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq vmb xx vvi pno21 uh n1, (5) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
69 and glorify thy Name? for thou onely art holy. and Glorify thy Name? for thou only art holy. cc vvi po21 n1? c-acp pns21 j n1 j. (5) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
70 3. They prophetically foretell the use which shall be made of these workes by such as yet were strangers, viz. As Christ proceedes to manifest these wonderfull and righteous plagues and judgments upon the Antichristian world, the people of Italy, Germany, France, England, Scotland, Denmarke, Sweden, Polonia, Hungaria, and the rest of the elect shall shake off the Yoke of Antichrist, and submit to the Scepter of Iesus Christ; for all Nations shall come and worship before thee, 3. They prophetically foretell the use which shall be made of these works by such as yet were Strangers, viz. As christ proceeds to manifest these wonderful and righteous plagues and Judgments upon the Antichristian world, the people of Italy, Germany, France, England, Scotland, Denmark, Sweden, Polonia, Hungary, and the rest of the elect shall shake off the Yoke of Antichrist, and submit to the Sceptre of Iesus christ; for all nations shall come and worship before thee, crd pns32 av-j vvi dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n2 p-acp d c-acp av vbdr ng1, n1 p-acp np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d j cc j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt jp n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvn vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1; p-acp d n2 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno21, (5) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
71 for thy judgments are made manifest. for thy Judgments Are made manifest. p-acp po21 n2 vbr vvn j. (5) part (DIV2) 10 Page 7
72 Thus you have a plaine view of the Text together with the interpretation, out of which many excellent and usefull truths might be observed. Thus you have a plain view of the Text together with the Interpretation, out of which many excellent and useful truths might be observed. av pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 av p-acp dt n1, av pp-f r-crq d j cc j n2 vmd vbi vvn. (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
73 As first, that all which is done in the pouring out of the seven vialls, is the wrath of God upon the Antichristian faction; As First, that all which is done in the pouring out of the seven vials, is the wrath of God upon the Antichristian faction; p-acp ord, cst d r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt vvg av pp-f dt crd n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt jp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
74 so that however in the pouring out of every viall there is something which is grievous to the reformed Churches, to humble, purge, so that however in the pouring out of every vial there is something which is grievous to the reformed Churches, to humble, purge, av cst a-acp p-acp dt vvg av pp-f d n1 a-acp vbz pi r-crq vbz j p-acp dt vvn n2, p-acp j, vvb, (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
75 and quicken them, yet there is no wrath upon any where ever it is poured, and quicken them, yet there is no wrath upon any where ever it is poured, cc vvi pno32, av pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d c-crq av pn31 vbz vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
76 but onely as there is something of Antichrist among them, which Christ will search for, find, but only as there is something of Antichrist among them, which christ will search for, find, cc-acp av-j c-acp pc-acp vbz pi pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp, vvb, (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
77 and destroy, whereever he finds it: and destroy, wherever he finds it: cc vvi, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31: (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 7
78 Consider the whole work of the vialls, and you shall finde noysome and grievous sores upon them onely that have the mark of the Beast, the drinking of bloud, the scorching with heat, the gnawing of their tongues for paine, Consider the Whole work of the vials, and you shall find noisome and grievous sores upon them only that have the mark of the Beast, the drinking of blood, the scorching with heat, the gnawing of their tongues for pain, vvb dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2, cc pn22 vmb vvi j cc j n2 p-acp pno32 av-j cst vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n-vvg pp-f n1, dt j-vvg p-acp n1, dt j-vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp n1, (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
79 the being destroyed with hailstones, &c. All these light onely upon the followers of the Beast, the worshipers of the Beast, the kingdome of the Beast, & therefore let none feare any hurt frō these judgments which Christ is now inflicting, the being destroyed with hailstones, etc. All these Light only upon the followers of the Beast, the worshippers of the Beast, the Kingdom of the Beast, & Therefore let none Fear any hurt from these Judgments which christ is now inflicting, cs vbg vvn p-acp n2, av av-d d j av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvb pix vvi d n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq np1 vbz av vvg, (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
80 but such as either secretly or openly harbour any of Antichrists acursed stuff which must be destroyed; but such as either secretly or openly harbour any of Antichrists accursed stuff which must be destroyed; cc-acp d c-acp d av-jn cc av-j vvi d pp-f np2 vvn n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn; (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
81 & let it be I beseech you, your speedy care to cast out of this Nation and Church all those reliques, which are the oyl and fuel that feed the flame which burnes amongst us: & let it be I beseech you, your speedy care to cast out of this nation and Church all those Relics, which Are the oil and fuel that feed the flame which burns among us: cc vvb pn31 vbb pns11 vvb pn22, po22 j n1 pc-acp vvi av pp-f d n1 cc n1 d d n2, r-crq vbr dt n1 cc n1 cst vvb dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno12: (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
82 God calls you now to this work, and will be with you while you set your hearts and hands to doe it; God calls you now to this work, and will be with you while you Set your hearts and hands to do it; np1 vvz pn22 av p-acp d vvi, cc vmb vbi p-acp pn22 cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vdi pn31; (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
83 and doe it speedily, it may be it is one Cause, why so many breaches are made upon you, and do it speedily, it may be it is one Cause, why so many Breaches Are made upon you, cc vdb pn31 av-j, pn31 vmb vbi pn31 vbz crd n1, q-crq av d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn22, (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
84 because you have no more vigorously attempted it in the first place; and fear not that ye should therby lose a party, or strengthen a party against you, beleeve it, that party that hath drunk of the whores cup, Because you have no more vigorously attempted it in the First place; and Fear not that you should thereby loose a party, or strengthen a party against you, believe it, that party that hath drunk of the whores cup, c-acp pn22 vhb dx av-dc av-j vvd pn31 p-acp dt ord n1; cc vvb xx cst pn22 vmd av vvb dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 p-acp pn22, vvb pn31, cst n1 cst vhz vvn pp-f dt ng1 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
85 and is in love with her abominations, will never be assistant, nor wil Christ suffer them to overthrow the worke committed to your hands; and is in love with her abominations, will never be assistant, nor will christ suffer them to overthrow the work committed to your hands; cc vbz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, vmb av-x vbb n1, ccx vmb np1 vvi pno32 p-acp vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp po22 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
86 they may and shall destroy themselves, bringing the curses written in this book upon themselves, they may and shall destroy themselves, bringing the curses written in this book upon themselves, pns32 vmb cc vmb vvi px32, vvg dt n2 vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp px32, (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
87 and their posteritie, as Achan did by hiding the Babylonish garment and wedg of gold in his tent, and their posterity, as achan did by hiding the Babylonish garment and wedge of gold in his tent, cc po32 n1, c-acp np1 vdd p-acp vvg dt np1 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
88 but the Lord will be with you, therefore go on and prosper. 2. Observe: but the Lord will be with you, Therefore go on and prosper. 2. Observe: cc-acp dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn22, av vvb a-acp cc vvi. crd vvb: (5) part (DIV2) 11 Page 8
89 That how ever in the pouring out of these vialls, in the destroying of the Antichristian faction, Christ useth the ministery of Angels, of instrumēts comming out of the Temple and fitted for that work, That how ever in the pouring out of these vials, in the destroying of the Antichristian faction, christ uses the Ministry of Angels, of Instruments coming out of the Temple and fitted for that work, cst c-crq av p-acp dt vvg av pp-f d n2, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt jp n1, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, pp-f n2 vvg av pp-f dt n1 cc vvn p-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 8
90 yet the work is ascribed to Christ alone, Great and marvellous are thy workes, just and true are thy wayes, thy judgments are made manifest: yet the work is ascribed to christ alone, Great and marvellous Are thy works, just and true Are thy ways, thy Judgments Are made manifest: av dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1 av-j, j cc j vbr po21 n2, j cc j vbr po21 n2, po21 n2 vbr vvn j: (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
91 Many worthy and excellent instruments hath Christ stirred up and employed in this Service, many famous and learned Divines, many excellent Nobles, many illustrious Kings, Queenes, Many worthy and excellent Instruments hath christ stirred up and employed in this Service, many famous and learned Divines, many excellent Nobles, many illustrious Kings, Queens, d j cc j n2 vhz np1 vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp d n1, d j cc j n2-jn, d j n2-j, d j n2, n2, (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
92 and Princes, many grave Senates, and Parliaments, (amongst whom I doubt not Yourselves will one day be recorded) have put their hands to this worke, to make this harlot desolate, and Princes, many grave Senates, and Parliaments, (among whom I doubt not Yourselves will one day be recorded) have put their hands to this work, to make this harlot desolate, cc n2, d j ng1, cc n2, (p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb xx px22 vmb crd n1 vbb vvn) vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 j, (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
93 and naked, to eat her flesh and burne her with fire; for God hath put it in their hearts to fulfill his will: and naked, to eat her Flesh and burn her with fire; for God hath put it in their hearts to fulfil his will: cc j, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1; p-acp np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp po32 n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
94 but they conferre nothing of their own to the work, they are but his instruments, his bow and his battle-axe, meer dead tooles, who receive all their efficacy and operation from his hand who useth them; but they confer nothing of their own to the work, they Are but his Instruments, his bow and his battle-axe, mere dead tools, who receive all their efficacy and operation from his hand who uses them; cc-acp pns32 vvb pix pp-f po32 d p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr p-acp po31 n2, po31 n1 cc po31 n1, j j n2, r-crq vvb d po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vvz pno32; (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
95 their presence addes no strength to him, their absence makes the work no more difficult to him. their presence adds no strength to him, their absence makes the work no more difficult to him. po32 n1 vvz dx n1 p-acp pno31, po32 n1 vvz dt n1 av-dx av-dc j p-acp pno31. (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
96 And therefore let not our faith & comfort ebbe and flow with the increase & wane of humane helps. And Therefore let not our faith & Comfort ebb and flow with the increase & wane of humane helps. cc av vvb xx po12 n1 cc n1 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2. (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
97 Let us not therefore thinke the work will sooner be done, because strong is our hand and arme of flesh, Let us not Therefore think the work will sooner be done, Because strong is our hand and arm of Flesh, vvb pno12 xx av vvi dt n1 vmb av-c vbi vdn, c-acp j vbz po12 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
98 nor that we are therefore like to lose the cause, because our helpes prove either weake or treacherous; nor that we Are Therefore like to loose the cause, Because our helps prove either weak or treacherous; ccx cst pns12 vbr av av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-acp po12 n2 vvi d j cc j; (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
99 the viall now pouring out is the Lords work, and he will see it done, doubt ye not. 3. observ. the vial now pouring out is the lords work, and he will see it done, doubt you not. 3. observe. dt n1 av vvg av vbz dt n2 vvb, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 vdn, vvb pn22 xx. crd vvi. (5) part (DIV2) 12 Page 9
100 That all the time of Christs pouring out the vialls of his wrath upon Antichrist, should be a joyful time to the Church of Christ, al those daies should be days of Purim, days of thāksgiving; That all the time of Christ pouring out the vials of his wrath upon Antichrist, should be a joyful time to the Church of christ, all those days should be days of Purim, days of thanksgiving; cst d dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, vmd vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d d n2 vmd vbi n2 pp-f np1, n2 pp-f n1; (5) part (DIV2) 13 Page 9
101 though they stand upon a sea mingled with fire, they should have the harpes of God in their hands, though they stand upon a sea mingled with fire, they should have the harps of God in their hands, cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vhi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 13 Page 9
102 and Hallelujahs in their mouths, because Christ is judging the great whore, and avenging the bloud of his servants at her hand. and Hallelujahs in their mouths, Because christ is judging the great whore, and avenging the blood of his Servants At her hand. cc n2 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp np1 vbz vvg dt j n1, cc j-vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 13 Page 9
103 Although it be so disposed by Christ, that during the time of the vialls, his Churches have much bitternesse, Although it be so disposed by christ, that during the time of the vials, his Churches have much bitterness, cs pn31 vbb av vvn p-acp np1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, po31 n2 vhb d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
104 and the hayle of every storme in some degree lights upon them, yet must they overlook their own sufferings, and the hail of every storm in Some degree lights upon them, yet must they overlook their own sufferings, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp pno32, av vmb pns32 vvi po32 d n2, (5) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
105 and be filled with joy for the judgments executed upon Christ's, and their enemies; and be filled with joy for the Judgments executed upon Christ's, and their enemies; cc vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp npg1, cc po32 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
106 and not deferre their prayses till their deliverances be compleat, but upon every new deliverance to them, and not defer their praises till their Deliverances be complete, but upon every new deliverance to them, cc xx vvi po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2 vbb j, cc-acp p-acp d j n1 p-acp pno32, (5) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
107 and upon every new judgment upon the enemies, have their mouths filled with new and renewed songs of prayse and thanksgivings to God, as we doe this day. and upon every new judgement upon the enemies, have their mouths filled with new and renewed songs of praise and thanksgivings to God, as we do this day. cc p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n2, vhb po32 n2 vvn p-acp j cc j-vvn n2 pp-f n1 cc n2-vvg p-acp np1, c-acp pns12 vdb d n1. (5) part (DIV2) 13 Page 10
108 These & many such like general observations from the words are obvious to every eye, These & many such like general observations from the words Are obvious to every eye, d cc d d j j n2 p-acp dt n2 vbr j p-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 14 Page 10
109 & very seasonable and suitable to the mercies celebrated this day, I desire that they may not lightly be passed over in your thoughts, & very seasonable and suitable to the Mercies celebrated this day, I desire that they may not lightly be passed over in your thoughts, cc av j cc j p-acp dt n2 vvd d n1, pns11 vvb cst pns32 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po22 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 14 Page 10
110 though I shall say no more of thē, purposing to confine my speech to one only observation, which indeed is the very NONLATINALPHABET of the Text, the burden of the song, though I shall say no more of them, purposing to confine my speech to one only observation, which indeed is the very of the Text, the burden of the song, cs pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc pp-f pno32, vvg pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp crd j n1, r-crq av vbz dt j pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 14 Page 10
111 and to apply it for the same ends and uses for which it is here recorded by the Holy Ghost: viz. and to apply it for the same ends and uses for which it is Here recorded by the Holy Ghost: viz. cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt d n2 cc vvz p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt j n1: n1 (5) part (DIV2) 14 Page 10
112 The workes of Christ in the pouring out the vialls of his wrath, in taking vengeance of the Antichrist and his followers, are great and wonderfull, fit to be wrought by him onely who is the Lord God Almighty, just and true, The works of christ in the pouring out the vials of his wrath, in taking vengeance of the Antichrist and his followers, Are great and wonderful, fit to be wrought by him only who is the Lord God Almighty, just and true, dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt vvg av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg n1 pp-f dt np1 cc po31 n2, vbr j cc j, j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 av-j r-crq vbz dt n1 np1 j-jn, j cc j, (5) part (DIV2) 15 Page 10
113 well becoming the King of Saints. First, they are [ great ] works, whether of Mercy, or Judgment; well becoming the King of Saints. First, they Are [ great ] works, whither of Mercy, or Judgement; av vvg dt n1 pp-f n2. ord, pns32 vbr [ j ] vvz, cs pp-f n1, cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 15 Page 10
114 or are great, when they are the effects either of great wisedome in their contrivance, or of great power in their production. Secondly, [ marvellous, or wonderfull; or Are great, when they Are the effects either of great Wisdom in their contrivance, or of great power in their production. Secondly, [ marvellous, or wonderful; cc vbr j, c-crq pns32 vbr dt n2 d pp-f j n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc pp-f j n1 p-acp po32 n1. ord, [ j, cc j; (5) part (DIV2) 16 Page 10
115 ] and that in a threefold respect: First, such as are rare and unusuall, which seldome happen; ] and that in a threefold respect: First, such as Are rare and unusual, which seldom happen; ] cc cst p-acp dt j n1: ord, d c-acp vbr j cc j, r-crq av vvi; (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 10
116 these draw mens eyes after them, and make men wonder at them. these draw men's eyes After them, and make men wonder At them. d vvb ng2 n2 p-acp pno32, cc vvi n2 vvb p-acp pno32. (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 10
117 Secondly, such as are unexpected, which come praeter spem, things which no body would think to come to passe. Secondly, such as Are unexpected, which come praeter spem, things which no body would think to come to pass. ord, d c-acp vbr j, r-crq vvb n1 fw-la, n2 r-crq dx n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi. (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 11
118 Thirdly and chiefly, things are wonderfull, which are beyond our comprehension, whereof we cannot see the causes, whose height and depth cannot be measured, such as nothing but the power of an infinite and Almighty God can bring to passe. Thirdly and chiefly, things Are wonderful, which Are beyond our comprehension, whereof we cannot see the Causes, whose height and depth cannot be measured, such as nothing but the power of an infinite and Almighty God can bring to pass. ord cc av-jn, n2 vbr j, r-crq vbr p-acp po12 n1, c-crq pns12 vmbx vvi dt n2, rg-crq n1 cc n1 vmbx vbi vvn, d c-acp pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j-jn np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi. (5) part (DIV2) 17 Page 11
119 Thirdly, [ Iust: ] Wayes are just, when they are according to a right rule; Thirdly, [ Just: ] Ways Are just, when they Are according to a right Rule; ord, [ j: ] n2 vbr j, c-crq pns32 vbr vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1; (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 11
120 and wayes of judgement, (of which my Text) are then just, when they are according to the nature, kinde, and ways of judgement, (of which my Text) Are then just, when they Are according to the nature, kind, cc n2 pp-f n1, (pp-f r-crq po11 n1) vbr av j, c-crq pns32 vbr vvg p-acp dt n1, n1, (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 11
121 and degree of the sinnes against which they are executed. Thou art righteous, O Lord, because thou hast judged thus; and degree of the Sins against which they Are executed. Thou art righteous, Oh Lord, Because thou hast judged thus; cc n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn. pns21 vb2r j, uh n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn av; (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 11
122 for they have shed the bloud of thy Saints, and Prophets, and thou hast given them bloud to drink, for they are worthy: for they have shed the blood of thy Saints, and prophets, and thou hast given them blood to drink, for they Are worthy: c-acp pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, cc n2, cc pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns32 vbr j: (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 11
123 Even so Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are thy judgements. Even so Lord God Almighty, true and righteous Are thy Judgments. av-j av n1 np1 j-jn, j cc j vbr po21 n2. (5) part (DIV2) 18 Page 11
124 Fourthly, [ True: ] Wayes are then true, when according to Covenant, when done according to what was foretold; Fourthly, [ True: ] Ways Are then true, when according to Covenant, when done according to what was foretold; ord, [ uh-j: ] n2 vbr av j, c-crq vvg p-acp n1, c-crq vdn vvg p-acp r-crq vbds vvn; (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 11
125 and these wayes become a King of Saints: other Kings often deal unjustly, bearing the sword, to execute wrath upon them that do well, strengthening the hands of them that do evill, condemning the righteous, and these ways become a King of Saints: other Kings often deal unjustly, bearing the sword, to execute wrath upon them that do well, strengthening the hands of them that do evil, condemning the righteous, cc d n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2: j-jn n2 av vvi av-j, vvg dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 cst vdb av, vvg dt n2 pp-f pno32 cst vdb j-jn, vvg dt j, (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 11
126 and acquitting the wicked, and often untruly breaking their Oaths, falsifying their Covenants; and acquitting the wicked, and often untruly breaking their Oaths, falsifying their Covenants; cc vvg dt j, cc av av-j-u vvg po32 n2, vvg po32 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 11
127 but this King of Saints doth so manifest his righteous judgements, that his people shall be able to say, According to their deeds, and according to his Word, hath he repayed fury to his adversaries, recompense to his enemies; and his enemies (though with gnashing of teeth) shall acknowledge with Adonibezek, As we have done, but this King of Saints does so manifest his righteous Judgments, that his people shall be able to say, According to their Deeds, and according to his Word, hath he repaid fury to his Adversaries, recompense to his enemies; and his enemies (though with gnashing of teeth) shall acknowledge with Adonibezek, As we have done, cc-acp d n1 pp-f n2 vdz av vvi po31 j n2, cst po31 n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi, vvg p-acp po32 n2, cc vvg p-acp po31 n1, vhz pns31 vvn n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvi p-acp po31 n2; cc po31 ng1 (cs p-acp vvg pp-f n2) vmb vvi p-acp np1, c-acp pns12 vhb vdn, (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 11
128 so hath God done unto us. so hath God done unto us. av vhz np1 vdn p-acp pno12. (5) part (DIV2) 19 Page 11
129 Now that Christs judgements, hitherto manifested in the pouring out the vialls of his wrath, in thus farre destroying this great Antichristian enemy, are thus great, and wonderfull, thus just and true, may easily appear to every carefull Observer of the Church-story in these parts of Christendome, this last Century of years, Now that Christ Judgments, hitherto manifested in the pouring out the vials of his wrath, in thus Far destroying this great Antichristian enemy, Are thus great, and wonderful, thus just and true, may Easily appear to every careful Observer of the Church-story in these parts of Christendom, this last Century of Years, av cst npg1 n2, av vvd p-acp dt vvg av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp av av-j vvg d j jp n1, vbr av j, cc j, av j cc j, vmb av-j vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f np1, d ord n1 pp-f n2, (5) part (DIV2) 20 Page 12
130 since this work hath been in hand: since this work hath been in hand: c-acp d n1 vhz vbn p-acp n1: (5) part (DIV2) 20 Page 12
131 The particular instances are too many to be related in a Sermon, I shall mention onely some few things, which as so many continued threads, have run through this whole peece of his workmanship; The particular instances Are too many to be related in a Sermon, I shall mention only Some few things, which as so many continued threads, have run through this Whole piece of his workmanship; dt j n2 vbr av d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-j d d n2, r-crq c-acp av d j-vvn n2, vhb vvn p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 20 Page 12
132 first, in the greatnesse, and wonderfulnesse; secondly, in the truth, and righteousnesse of them. First, in the greatness, and wonderfulness; secondly, in the truth, and righteousness of them. ord, p-acp dt n1, cc n1; ord, p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32. (5) part (DIV2) 20 Page 12
133 First, these works have been great and wonderfull for the kinde: When the Antichristian Empire which at first was contrived with that wisedome, First, these works have been great and wonderful for the kind: When the Antichristian Empire which At First was contrived with that Wisdom, ord, d n2 vhb vbn j cc j p-acp dt n1: c-crq dt jp n1 r-crq p-acp ord vbds vvn p-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 21 Page 12
134 and underpropped with that strength, ruling even the souls and consciences of men, and had prevailed so farre, that all the Kings and States of the World were so drunken with the Whores Cup, that they not onely kissed her well-favoured face, and underpropped with that strength, ruling even the Souls and Consciences of men, and had prevailed so Far, that all the Kings and States of the World were so drunken with the Whores Cup, that they not only kissed her well-favoured face, cc vvd p-acp d n1, vvg av dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, cc vhd vvn av av-j, cst d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr av j p-acp dt ng1 n1, cst pns32 xx av-j vvd po31 j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 21 Page 12
135 but as so many brute beasts lay at her foot-stooll, prostituting all their power and strength unto the Beast, but as so many brutus beasts lay At her foot-stooll, prostituting all their power and strength unto the Beast, cc-acp c-acp av d n1 n2 vvb p-acp po31 j, vvg d po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 21 Page 12
136 and under her command, making warre even against the Lamb himself, and helping to drink the bloud of his Saints, none daring to question the truth, and under her command, making war even against the Lamb himself, and helping to drink the blood of his Saints, none daring to question the truth, cc p-acp po31 n1, vvg n1 av p-acp dt n1 px31, cc vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pix vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 21 Page 12
137 or rather divinity of her Commands, so that she could glorifie her self, and say in her heart, I sit as a Queen, and shall see no sorrow; or rather divinity of her Commands, so that she could Glorify her self, and say in her heart, I fit as a Queen, and shall see no sorrow; cc av-c n1 pp-f pno31 vvz, av cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc vvb p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vvb c-acp dt n1, cc vmb vvi dx n1; (5) part (DIV2) 21 Page 12
138 now that suddenly, it should be put into the hearts of most of the Europaean States, to hate this Whore, to endeavour to make her desolate and naked, to eat her flesh, now that suddenly, it should be put into the hearts of most of the European States, to hate this Whore, to endeavour to make her desolate and naked, to eat her Flesh, av cst av-j, pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f ds pp-f dt jp n2, pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi po31 j cc j, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 21 Page 12
139 and burn her with fire, how great and marvellous doth this speak the work for the kinde of it? Who but the Lord God Almighty could do this? It is certainly the Lords doing, and must be marvellous in our eyes. and burn her with fire, how great and marvellous does this speak the work for the kind of it? Who but the Lord God Almighty could do this? It is Certainly the lords doing, and must be marvellous in our eyes. cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1, c-crq j cc j vdz d vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j pp-f pn31? r-crq p-acp dt n1 np1 j-jn vmd vdi d? pn31 vbz av-j dt n2 vdg, cc vmb vbi j p-acp po12 n2. (5) part (DIV2) 21 Page 13
140 Secondly, if we consider the time, which our Lord Christ was pleased to make choyce of, Secondly, if we Consider the time, which our Lord christ was pleased to make choice of, ord, cs pns12 vvb dt n1, r-crq po12 n1 np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
141 for the effecting these great works, they will appear yet more wonderfull; for the effecting these great works, they will appear yet more wonderful; p-acp dt vvg d j n2, pns32 vmb vvi av av-dc j; (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
142 even when his Church was at the lowest, when he saw that their power was gone, even when his Church was At the lowest, when he saw that their power was gone, av c-crq po31 n1 vbds p-acp dt js, c-crq pns31 vvd cst po32 n1 vbds vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
143 and there was none shut up or left, when the enemy was come in like a flood, and there was none shut up or left, when the enemy was come in like a flood, cc a-acp vbds pix vvd a-acp cc vvn, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp av-j dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
144 and no man to lift up a standard against him, when he saw that there was no helper, and no man to lift up a standard against him, when he saw that there was no helper, cc dx n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31, c-crq pns31 vvd cst pc-acp vbds dx n1, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
145 even then put he on righteousnesse as a breast-plate, and an helmet of salvation upon his head, even then put he on righteousness as a breastplate, and an helmet of salvation upon his head, av av vvd pns31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
146 and the garments of vengeance for his cloathing. and the garments of vengeance for his clothing. cc dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
147 Who can be ignorant of these things? who knows not the low condition of Germany, when Luther first appeared, Who can be ignorant of these things? who knows not the low condition of Germany, when Luther First appeared, q-crq vmb vbi j pp-f d n2? q-crq vvz xx dt j n1 pp-f np1, c-crq np1 ord vvd, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
148 though onely against the notorious abuse of the Popes Indulgences, and other luxuriant branches of his Tyrannicall usurpation? insomuch that a Bishop wishing him well, though only against the notorious abuse of the Popes Indulgences, and other luxuriant branches of his Tyrannical usurpation? insomuch that a Bishop wishing him well, cs av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n2, cc j-jn j n2 pp-f po31 j n1? av cst dt n1 vvg pno31 av, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
149 yet despairing of successe, counselled him (as the Story reports) after this manner; Frater, frater, abi in Cellam & dic, Miserere mei Deus. yet despairing of success, counseled him (as the Story reports) After this manner; Frater, frater, abi in Cellam & Die, miserere mei Deus. av vvg pp-f n1, vvd pno31 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) p-acp d n1; fw-la, fw-la, fw-la p-acp fw-la cc fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
150 To thy beads Frier, thou wilt do no good in this work: To thy beads Frier, thou wilt do no good in this work: p-acp po21 n2 np1, pns21 vm2 vdi dx j p-acp d n1: (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
151 For the people of Germany were at that time so bewitched with the sorceries of the Whore, For the people of Germany were At that time so bewitched with the sorceries of the Whore, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr p-acp d n1 av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
152 and so enthralled to her power, that (as that proud Cardinall too confidently boasted) they were ready at the Popes command, and so enthralled to her power, that (as that proud Cardinal too confidently boasted) they were ready At the Popes command, cc av vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst (c-acp d j n1 av av-j vvn) pns32 vbdr j p-acp dt ng1 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
153 for the redemption of their souls, to have eaten grasse and hay, more pecudum, after the manner of brute Beasts. for the redemption of their Souls, to have eaten grass and hay, more Pecudum, After the manner of brutus Beasts. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vhi vvn n1 cc n1, av-dc fw-la, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 n2. (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 13
154 And was not the Church in other Countries as low? namely, at the first appearing of Zuinglins, and Oecolampadius, in Helvetia; of Calvin, Viret, and Farell, in France; Cranmer, Latimer, Ridley, (especially) Bilney, and Tyndall, in England; Hamilton, Wischart, Knox, and others, in Scotland? at that time, And was not the Church in other Countries as low? namely, At the First appearing of Zuinglins, and Oecolampadius, in Helvetia; of calvin, Viret, and Farell, in France; Cranmer, Latimer, Ridley, (especially) Bilney, and Tyndall, in England; Hamilton, Wischart, Knox, and Others, in Scotland? At that time, np1 vbds xx dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp j? av, p-acp dt ord vvg pp-f n2, cc np1, p-acp np1; pp-f np1, np1, cc np1, p-acp np1; np1, np1, np1, (av-j) np1, cc np1, p-acp np1; np1, np1, np1, cc n2-jn, p-acp np1? p-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 14
155 when in a word, the whole Church might have taken up that complaint, Ezek. 37. 11. Our bones are dried, our hope is lost, we are cut off for our parts, then did our Lord Christ open their graves, and cause them to come up out of their graves, when in a word, the Whole Church might have taken up that complaint, Ezekiel 37. 11. Our bones Are dried, our hope is lost, we Are Cut off for our parts, then did our Lord christ open their graves, and cause them to come up out of their graves, c-crq p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn n1 vmd vhi vvn a-acp d n1, np1 crd crd po12 n2 vbr vvn, po12 n1 vbz vvn, pns12 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp po12 n2, av vdd po12 n1 np1 vvb po32 n2, cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp av pp-f po32 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 14
156 and made them live, and stand up upon their feet, an exceeding great army; and made them live, and stand up upon their feet, an exceeding great army; cc vvd pno32 vvi, cc vvb a-acp p-acp po32 n2, dt j-vvg j n1; (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 14
157 this also must needs be acknowledged, to be the work of the Lord God Almighty, who is wonderfull in counsell, and excellent in working. this also must needs be acknowledged, to be the work of the Lord God Almighty, who is wonderful in counsel, and excellent in working. d av vmb av vbi vvn, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 j-jn, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp vvg. (5) part (DIV2) 22 Page 14
158 And as the kinde, and time, so thirdly, the consideration of the meanes, and instruments, renders them yet more wonderfull; to effect great things by weak meanes, is an argument of great power and strength; And as the kind, and time, so Thirdly, the consideration of the means, and Instruments, renders them yet more wonderful; to Effect great things by weak means, is an argument of great power and strength; cc p-acp dt n1, cc n1, av ord, dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc n2, vvz pno32 av av-dc j; pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp j n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 14
159 That the walls of Iericho should fall at the blast of trumpets of rams horns; That the walls of Jericho should fallen At the blast of trumpets of rams horns; cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pp-f ng1 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 14
160 that a Cake of barley bread, tumbling into the hoast of Midian, should come unto a tent, that a Cake of Barley bred, tumbling into the host of Midian, should come unto a tent, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f jp, vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 14
161 and smite it, and overturn it, that the tent should lie along; and smite it, and overturn it, that the tent should lie along; cc vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31, cst dt n1 vmd vvi a-acp; (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 14
162 that Gideon and three hundred men, with lamps and empty pitchers, should overthrow the whole hoast of Midian, who came as grashoppers for multitude, they and their Camels being without number; that gideon and three hundred men, with lamps and empty pitchers, should overthrow the Whole host of Midian, who Come as grasshoppers for multitude, they and their Camels being without number; cst np1 cc crd crd n2, p-acp n2 cc j n2, vmd vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f jp, r-crq vvd p-acp n2 p-acp n1, pns32 cc po32 n2 vbg p-acp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 14
163 that a woman should compasse a man, a weak woman subdue a mighty man; these are New things, as the phrase there is: that a woman should compass a man, a weak woman subdue a mighty man; these Are New things, as the phrase there is: cst dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1, dt j n1 vvi dt j n1; d vbr j n2, c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbz: (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 14
164 Behold, the Lord hath created a new thing in the earth, a woman shall compasse a man, &c. And yet this you shall see, was no new, Behold, the Lord hath created a new thing in the earth, a woman shall compass a man, etc. And yet this you shall see, was no new, vvb, dt n1 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, av cc av d pn22 vmb vvi, vbds dx j, (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 14
165 but Gods usuall, and constant course, which he takes in this work, pouring out these Vialls of his wrath, upon this potent enemy, by the ministery of most weak, and contemptible instruments, pulling his Church out of the dungeon of Superstition, by old cast clouts, but God's usual, and constant course, which he Takes in this work, pouring out these Vials of his wrath, upon this potent enemy, by the Ministry of most weak, and contemptible Instruments, pulling his Church out of the dungeon of Superstition, by old cast clouts, cc-acp ng1 j, cc j n1, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, vvg av d n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f ds j, cc j n2, vvg po31 n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j j-vvn n2, (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 14
166 and rotten rags, as once Ebedmelech the Ethiopian did the Prophet Ieremie. Was not Luther a poor Monk, and other priests, and shavelins, newly crept out of their superstitious Cells, the first Engineers that battered the walls of this great Babylon? who were they but the poorer, & meaner sort of people, that at the first joyned with the Ministers, to raise the building of Reformation? few of the Princes, and Nobles, putting their necks to the work of the Lord; and rotten rags, as once Ebedmelech the Ethiopian did the Prophet Ieremie. Was not Luther a poor Monk, and other Priests, and Shavelins, newly crept out of their superstitious Cells, the First Engineers that battered the walls of this great Babylon? who were they but the Poorer, & meaner sort of people, that At the First joined with the Ministers, to raise the building of Reformation? few of the Princes, and Nobles, putting their necks to the work of the Lord; cc j-vvn n2, c-acp a-acp np1 dt jp vdd dt n1 np1. vbds xx np1 dt j n1, cc j-jn n2, cc n2, av-j vvn av pp-f po32 j n2, dt ord n2 cst vvd dt n2 pp-f d j np1? r-crq vbdr pns32 p-acp dt jc, cc av-j n1 pp-f n1, cst p-acp dt ord vvn p-acp dt n2, pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f n1? d pp-f dt n2, cc n2-j, vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 15
167 or if any did, yet the Divine Providence so ordered it, that either they were suddenly taken off, as the Duke of Saxony, and Landgrave of Hessen, by imprisonment; or if any did, yet the Divine Providence so ordered it, that either they were suddenly taken off, as the Duke of Saxony, and Landgrave of Hessen, by imprisonment; cc cs d vdd, av dt j-jn n1 av vvd pn31, cst d pns32 vbdr av-j vvn a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f vvi, p-acp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 15
168 or immaturely taken away, as Edward the sixth, by death; or immaturely taken away, as Edward the sixth, by death; cc av-j vvn av, p-acp np1 dt ord, p-acp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 15
169 or more miraculously preserved, as Queen Elizabeth, a woman, in England, and King Iames, a childe, in the beginning of Reformation in Scotland; and although in the progresse of the work, many Kings and Princes have stood up as nursing Fathers, or more miraculously preserved, as Queen Elizabeth, a woman, in England, and King James, a child, in the beginning of Reformation in Scotland; and although in the progress of the work, many Kings and Princes have stood up as nursing Father's, cc av-dc av-j vvn, p-acp n1 np1, dt n1, p-acp np1, cc n1 np1, dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp np1; cc cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d n2 cc n2 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp j-vvg n2, (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 15
170 yet still we may observe, that the greatest things have been done by them, from whom least could be expected; yet still we may observe, that the greatest things have been done by them, from whom least could be expected; av av pns12 vmb vvi, cst dt js n2 vhb vbn vdn p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq ds vmd vbi vvn; (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 15
171 as (not to trouble you with more instances) the almost incredible, and strange proceedings of the late victorious King of Sweden will abundantly testifie, who as a contemptible Prince, crossing the Baltick-sea, entred Germany, with not above five, or six thousand men, as (not to trouble you with more instances) the almost incredible, and strange proceedings of the late victorious King of Sweden will abundantly testify, who as a contemptible Prince, crossing the Baltick-sea, entered Germany, with not above five, or six thousand men, c-acp (xx pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dc n2) dt av j, cc j n2-vvg pp-f dt j j n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-j vvi, r-crq c-acp dt j n1, vvg dt n1, vvn np1, p-acp xx p-acp crd, cc crd crd n2, (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 15
172 and a very small sum of Mony, and yet in as little time, had before his death, almost brought to nothing that mighty House of Austria, thought by many, to be the Sun giving light and influence to the Antichristian world, upon which the fourth Viall was to be poured out. and a very small sum of Money, and yet in as little time, had before his death, almost brought to nothing that mighty House of Austria, Thought by many, to be the Sun giving Light and influence to the Antichristian world, upon which the fourth Vial was to be poured out. cc dt av j n1 pp-f n1, cc av p-acp c-acp j n1, vhd p-acp po31 n1, av vvn p-acp pix d j n1 pp-f np1, vvd p-acp d, pc-acp vbi dt n1 vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp dt jp n1, p-acp r-crq dt ord n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvd av. (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 15
173 I might, I say, give you many other instances, this may suffice: I might, I say, give you many other instances, this may suffice: pns11 vmd, pns11 vvb, vvb pn22 d j-jn n2, d vmb vvi: (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 15
174 God will (you may be confident) in time make all the world know, that this great Image, this great Antichristian Oppressour, shall be broken in pieces, by a Stone cut out of the Mountains without hands, without humane help. God will (you may be confident) in time make all the world know, that this great Image, this great Antichristian Oppressor, shall be broken in Pieces, by a Stone Cut out of the Mountains without hands, without humane help. np1 vmb (pn22 vmb vbi j) p-acp n1 vvi d dt n1 vvb, cst d j n1, d j jp n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 vvd av pp-f dt ng1 p-acp n2, p-acp j n1. (5) part (DIV2) 23 Page 16
175 Fourthly, and lastly, and above all, the manner of his working proves them most wonderfull: For if we observe but the goings of this King of Saints, Fourthly, and lastly, and above all, the manner of his working Proves them most wonderful: For if we observe but the goings of this King of Saints, ord, cc ord, cc p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg vvz pno32 av-ds j: c-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
176 if we trace him in his footsteps, in this great work of execution upon his enemies, marching before his people, travelling in the greatnesse of his strength, we finde him leading them in uncouth wayes, which they knew not, if we trace him in his footsteps, in this great work of execution upon his enemies, marching before his people, traveling in the greatness of his strength, we find him leading them in uncouth ways, which they knew not, cs pns12 vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vvb pno31 j-vvg pno32 p-acp j n2, r-crq pns32 vvd xx, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
177 and wayes which to them seemed unpassable. His way hath been in the sea, and his pathes in the great waters, and ways which to them seemed unpassable. His Way hath been in the sea, and his paths in the great waters, cc n2 r-crq p-acp pno32 vvd j. po31 n1 vhz vbn p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n2 p-acp dt j n2, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
178 and his footsteps were not known, yet still leading his people like a flock; sometimes removing mountains our of their way, making them flow down at his presence; sometimes skipping over them; and his footsteps were not known, yet still leading his people like a flock; sometime removing Mountains our of their Way, making them flow down At his presence; sometime skipping over them; cc po31 n2 vbdr xx vvn, av av vvg po31 n1 av-j dt n1; av vvg n2 po12 pp-f po32 n1, vvg pno32 vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1; av vvg p-acp pno32; (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
179 sometimes his way hath been in the whirl-winde, and in the great storm, yet always working in such wayes, sometime his Way hath been in the whirlwind, and in the great storm, yet always working in such ways, av po31 n1 vhz vbn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, av av vvg p-acp d n2, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
180 and in such a manner, as that first, his own people have thought he could intend nothing but their ruin, and in such a manner, as that First, his own people have Thought he could intend nothing but their ruin, cc p-acp d dt n1, c-acp cst ord, po31 d n1 vhb vvn pns31 vmd vvi pix p-acp po32 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
181 as Ionah did, when cast into the Sea, and swallowed up by the Whale, (an unlikely way of deliverance;) and in such wayes, as Jonah did, when cast into the Sea, and swallowed up by the Whale, (an unlikely Way of deliverance;) and in such ways, c-acp np1 vdd, c-crq vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, (dt j n1 pp-f n1;) cc p-acp d n2, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
182 secondly, as to the enemy have ever seemed most advantagious to their own purposes, and destructive to the Church; secondly, as to the enemy have ever seemed most advantageous to their own Purposes, and destructive to the Church; ord, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vhb av vvd ds j p-acp po32 d n2, cc j p-acp dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
183 God suffering them to lay the Plot for their own ruin, to dig a pit for their own destruction, God suffering them to lay the Plot for their own ruin, to dig a pit for their own destruction, np1 vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 d n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
184 and making the ways by them intended for the Churches ruin, to be the greatest meanes of their deliverance, and making the ways by them intended for the Churches ruin, to be the greatest means of their deliverance, cc vvg dt n2 p-acp pno32 vvd p-acp dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vbi dt js n2 pp-f po32 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
185 as fully and clearly, as Hamans Plot proved the exaltation of the Iews, and Mordecai, and the ruine and destruction of himself and family; as Fully and clearly, as Hamans Plot proved the exaltation of the Iews, and Mordecai, and the ruin and destruction of himself and family; c-acp av-j cc av-j, c-acp np1 n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cc np1, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f px31 cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
186 a Volume might be filled with instances of this kinde: a Volume might be filled with instances of this kind: dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f d n1: (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 16
187 The device of Charles the fifth, to disinherit the Duke of Saxony, & to keep the Landgrave of Hessen in perpetuall imprisonment, thereby intending utter ruine to the Protestant party in Germany, was the very occasion of the confederacy of Smalcald, which almost drove Charles out of Germany, and established the Protestant party in the liberty of their religion. The device of Charles the fifth, to disinherit the Duke of Saxony, & to keep the Landgrave of Hessen in perpetual imprisonment, thereby intending utter ruin to the Protestant party in Germany, was the very occasion of the confederacy of Smalcald, which almost drove Charles out of Germany, and established the Protestant party in the liberty of their Religion. dt n1 pp-f np1 dt ord, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vvi p-acp j n1, av vvg j n1 p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp np1, vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j, r-crq av vvd np1 av pp-f np1, cc vvd dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 17
188 The Massacre in France, in which were destroyed within the space of thirty dayes, (as the Historian reports it) above seventy thousand Protestant souls, proved (ye know) a means, within a short space, to double and treble, The Massacre in France, in which were destroyed within the Molle of thirty days, (as the Historian reports it) above seventy thousand Protestant Souls, proved (you know) a means, within a short Molle, to double and triple, dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2, (c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31) p-acp crd crd n1 n2, vvd (pn22 vvb) dt n2, p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi cc j, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 17
189 if not quadruple their numbers in that Kingdom; if not quadruple their numbers in that Kingdom; cs xx j po32 n2 p-acp d n1; (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 17
190 and procured them publike Edicts, and Cautionary Towns, for the liberty, and security of their Religion, which before they had not: and procured them public Edicts, and Cautionary Towns, for the liberty, and security of their Religion, which before they had not: cc vvd pno32 j n2, cc j n2, p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, r-crq c-acp pns32 vhd xx: (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 17
191 The cruelty and tyranny of the Spaniards in the Netherlands, (one of whose Deputies, Duke D'Alva, boasted that he put to death, six and thirty thousand Hugenots, and Protestants) hath been the greatest meanes to prevent the swelling of his intended Monarchy, The cruelty and tyranny of the Spanish in the Netherlands, (one of whose Deputies, Duke D'Alva, boasted that he put to death, six and thirty thousand Huguenots, and Protestants) hath been the greatest means to prevent the swelling of his intended Monarchy, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt np1 p-acp dt np1, (pi pp-f rg-crq n2, n1 np1, vvd cst pns31 vvd p-acp n1, crd cc crd crd np2, cc n2) vhz vbn dt js n2 pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f po31 j-vvn n1, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 17
192 and increase the freedom and strength of the Protestant party, not onely in the five United Provinces, and increase the freedom and strength of the Protestant party, not only in the five United Provinces, cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, xx av-j p-acp dt crd j-vvn n2, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 17
193 but in all these parts of Europe. Who that hath read the Scottish Story, is ignorant that the Archbishop of St. Andrews cruell burning of Mr. George Wischart, conferred much to the Reformation of that whole Kingdom? The time would fail me, to tell you of the desperate Conspiracies of the Priests, but in all these parts of Europe. Who that hath read the Scottish Story, is ignorant that the Archbishop of Saint Andrews cruel burning of Mr. George Wischart, conferred much to the Reformation of that Whole Kingdom? The time would fail me, to tell you of the desperate Conspiracies of the Priests, cc-acp p-acp d d n2 pp-f np1. q-crq d vhz vvn dt jp n1, vbz j cst dt n1 pp-f n1 np1 j j-vvg pp-f n1 np1 np1, vvn av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n1? dt n1 vmd vvi pno11, pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n2, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 17
194 and Jesuits in England, all the time of Queen Elizabeth, of the Powder-treason, and their unwearied Machinations in other States and Churches, and Jesuits in England, all the time of Queen Elizabeth, of the Powder treason, and their unwearied Machinations in other States and Churches, cc np2 p-acp np1, d dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, pp-f dt n1, cc po32 j n2 p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2, (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 17
195 and how constantly the Lord hath turned them all to the advantage of his Church, and to bring ruine and destruction upon the contrivers of them. and how constantly the Lord hath turned them all to the advantage of his Church, and to bring ruin and destruction upon the contrivers of them. cc c-crq av-j dt n1 vhz vvn pno32 d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32. (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 17
196 And if any of you have not had time, or means, to observe these things in Story, your eyes cannot but see them all fulfilled in Christs late, and present dealings with our selves, and our brethren of Scotland. And if any of you have not had time, or means, to observe these things in Story, your eyes cannot but see them all fulfilled in Christ late, and present dealings with our selves, and our brothers of Scotland. cc cs d pp-f pn22 vhb xx vhn n1, cc n2, pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp n1, po22 n2 vmbx cc-acp vvi pno32 d vvn p-acp npg1 j, cc j n2-vvg p-acp po12 n2, cc po12 n2 pp-f np1. (5) part (DIV2) 24 Page 18
197 For them, what great things hath the Lord lately done, and by what very weak means? hardly the fifth part of the Nobility, (as I have heard) appearing for them, the greater part openly opposing them, scarse one fourth part of the Kingdom owning the Cause, For them, what great things hath the Lord lately done, and by what very weak means? hardly the fifth part of the Nobilt, (as I have herd) appearing for them, the greater part openly opposing them, scarce one fourth part of the Kingdom owning the Cause, p-acp pno32, r-crq j n2 vhz dt n1 av-j vdn, cc p-acp r-crq j j n2? av dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn) vvg p-acp pno32, dt jc vvb av-j vvg pno32, av-j crd ord n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 18
198 how often were they at their wits end, when some unexpected door was opened to them? And were not all their works wrought for them, by the rage, cruelty, and cunning of their enemies? Were not the book of Service, how often were they At their wits end, when Some unexpected door was opened to them? And were not all their works wrought for them, by the rage, cruelty, and cunning of their enemies? Were not the book of Service, c-crq av vbdr pns32 p-acp po32 n2 vvi, c-crq d j n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32? cc vbdr xx d po32 n2 vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1, n1, cc j-jn pp-f po32 n2? vbdr xx dt n1 pp-f n1, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 18
199 and the book of Canons, sent, and obtruded upon them from England, the occasion of their late mercies? was not the tyrannie of a few of their Prelats, a means to unburden them of their whole Prelacy? and when they were as much shut up in straits, and the book of Canonas, sent, and obtruded upon them from England, the occasion of their late Mercies? was not the tyranny of a few of their Prelates, a means to unburden them of their Whole Prelacy? and when they were as much shut up in straits, cc dt n1 pp-f n2, vvn, cc vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2? vbds xx dt n1 pp-f dt d pp-f po32 n2, dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f po32 j-jn np1? cc c-crq pns32 vbdr c-acp av-d vvn a-acp p-acp n2, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 18
200 as the Israelites at the Red-sea, and knew not over-night, what would become of them the next morning, as the Israelites At the Red sea, and knew not overnight, what would become of them the next morning, c-acp dt np1 p-acp dt np1, cc vvd xx n1, r-crq vmd vvi pp-f pno32 dt ord n1, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 18
201 then constantly some absurd, desperate Plot or other, of their enemies, brake out, which gave them an out-gate to escape: then constantly Some absurd, desperate Plot or other, of their enemies, brake out, which gave them an outgate to escape: av av-j d j, j n1 cc n-jn, pp-f po32 n2, vvd av, r-crq vvd pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 18
202 And even so hath God dealt with England, his work amongst us is of the very same warp, and woof. And even so hath God dealt with England, his work among us is of the very same warp, and woof. cc av av vhz np1 vvn p-acp np1, po31 n1 p-acp pno12 vbz pp-f dt av d vvb, cc n1. (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 18
203 The great mercies which we enjoy, the great deliverances we have lately received, from what a high hand have they come? to what a very dead low ebbe were we brought? Our liberty almost swallowed up, The great Mercies which we enjoy, the great Deliverances we have lately received, from what a high hand have they come? to what a very dead low ebb were we brought? Our liberty almost swallowed up, dt j n2 r-crq pns12 vvb, dt j n2 pns12 vhb av-j vvn, p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vhb pns32 vvn? p-acp r-crq dt av j j vvi vbdr pns12 vvn? po12 n1 av vvn a-acp, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 18
204 and turned into slavery; our Religion into Popery, and Arminianisme? and even then God remembred us in our low estate: and turned into slavery; our Religion into Popery, and Arminianism? and even then God remembered us in our low estate: cc vvd p-acp n1; po12 n1 p-acp n1, cc np1? cc av av np1 vvd pno12 p-acp po12 j n1: (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 18
205 and by what instruments, becommeth me not to speak much in your own presence; and by what Instruments, becomes me not to speak much in your own presence; cc p-acp r-crq n2, vvz pno11 xx pc-acp vvi d p-acp po22 d n1; (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 18
206 Your selves know how sinfull, and all the Kingdom how mean and contemptible in the eyes of your adversaries; Your selves know how sinful, and all the Kingdom how mean and contemptible in the eyes of your Adversaries; po22 n2 vvb c-crq j, cc d dt n1 c-crq vvb cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 19
207 they looking upon you as Sanballat and his company did upon Nehemiah and his builders, and with like scorn uttering the same reproaches; they looking upon you as Sanballat and his company did upon Nehemiah and his Builders, and with like scorn uttering the same Reproaches; pns32 vvg p-acp pn22 c-acp n1 cc po31 n1 vdd p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, cc p-acp j n1 vvg dt d n2; (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 19
208 What do these feeble Iews, will they fortifie themselves, will they make an end in a day, will they revive the stones out of the heaps of rubbish? even that which they build, What do these feeble Iews, will they fortify themselves, will they make an end in a day, will they revive the stones out of the heaps of rubbish? even that which they built, r-crq vdb d j np2, vmb pns32 vvi px32, vmb pns32 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb pns32 vvi dt n2 av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1? av cst r-crq pns32 vvb, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 19
209 if a fox go up, he shall even break down their stone wall. And well may you take up the builders complaint; if a fox go up, he shall even break down their stone wall. And well may you take up the Builders complaint; cs dt n1 vvb a-acp, pns31 vmb av vvi a-acp po32 n1 n1. cc av vmb pn22 vvb a-acp dt ng1 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 19
210 Hear O our God, for we are despised; and yet by such despised broken vessells hath the Lord hitherto delivered us: Hear Oh our God, for we Are despised; and yet by such despised broken vessels hath the Lord hitherto Delivered us: vvb uh po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vbr vvn; cc av p-acp d vvd j-vvn n2 vhz dt n1 av vvn pno12: (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 19
211 And which is still more wonderfull, (to the glory of God be it spoken) our greatest deliverances have been more promoted by the cunning, treachery, And which is still more wonderful, (to the glory of God be it spoken) our greatest Deliverances have been more promoted by the cunning, treachery, cc r-crq vbz av av-dc j, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb pn31 vvn) po12 js n2 vhb vbn av-dc vvn p-acp dt n-jn, n1, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 19
212 and violence of the enemy, then by the foresight, vigilancy, and strength of our best friends: The Prelates late Canons and Oath, purposely contrived for the perpetuating of their Hierarchy, and violence of the enemy, then by the foresight, vigilancy, and strength of our best Friends: The Prelates late Canonas and Oath, purposely contrived for the perpetuating of their Hierarchy, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 av-js n2: dt n2 av-j n2 cc n1, av vvn p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po32 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 19
213 and their other treacherous and malicious endeavours against the State, joyning with the Papists, and with them labouring to turn all into confusion, rather then suffering the least abatement of their former pride and tyranny, have helped thus farre towards the taking them away both root and branch; The multitudes of calumnies, and reproaches, cast upon the Parliaments just proceedings, slighting their Authority, slandering their intentions, misinterpreting their actions, have they not (through the goodnesse of Him who preserveth them from the strife of tongi) been an occasion of making their Authority, Priviledges, intentions, actions, clear as the Sun at noon day? And to instance no further, this late bloudy, and their other treacherous and malicious endeavours against the State, joining with the Papists, and with them labouring to turn all into confusion, rather then suffering the least abatement of their former pride and tyranny, have helped thus Far towards the taking them away both root and branch; The Multitudes of calumnies, and Reproaches, cast upon the Parliaments just proceedings, slighting their authority, slandering their intentions, Misinterpreting their actions, have they not (through the Goodness of Him who Preserveth them from the strife of tongi) been an occasion of making their authority, Privileges, intentions, actions, clear as the Sun At noon day? And to instance no further, this late bloody, cc po32 j-jn j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp dt njp2, cc p-acp pno32 vvg pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1, av-c cs vvg dt ds n1 pp-f po32 j n1 cc n1, vhb vvn av av-j p-acp dt vvg pno32 av d vvi cc n1; dt n2 pp-f n2, cc n2, vvn p-acp dt n2 j n2-vvg, vvg po32 n1, vvg po32 n2, vvg po32 n2, vhb pns32 xx (p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2) vbn dt n1 pp-f vvg po32 n1, n2, n2, n2, j c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 n1? cc p-acp n1 av-dx av-jc, d j j, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 19
214 and mischievous Design, in which this Honorable Senate, this famous Citie, and with them our lives, religion, laws, and mischievous Design, in which this Honourable Senate, this famous city, and with them our lives, Religion, laws, cc j n1, p-acp r-crq d j n1, d j n1, cc p-acp pno32 po12 n2, n1, n2, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 20
215 and liberties, had undoubtedly been made a prey to their mercilesse rage, and fury, the Lord hath not onely brought to light, without any foresight, and Liberties, had undoubtedly been made a prey to their merciless rage, and fury, the Lord hath not only brought to Light, without any foresight, cc n2, vhd av-j vbn vvn dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1, cc n1, dt n1 vhz xx av-j vvn p-acp n1, p-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 20
216 or watchfulnesse of yours, but made those that were the contrivers, to be the discoverers, their own evidence, and confession being the thread which lets you into the depths, or watchfulness of yours, but made those that were the contrivers, to be the discoverers, their own evidence, and Confessi being the thread which lets you into the depths, cc n1 pp-f png22, p-acp vvd d cst vbdr dt n2, pc-acp vbi dt n2, po32 d n1, cc n1 vbg dt n1 r-crq vvz pn22 p-acp dt n2, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 20
217 and labyrinths of those counsels, which they had digged deep to hide, if possible, even from the eyes of God himself, and labyrinths of those Counsels, which they had dug deep to hide, if possible, even from the eyes of God himself, cc n2 pp-f d n2, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn j-jn pc-acp vvi, cs j, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 px31, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 20
218 and thereby giving you a great opportunity (the Lord in mercy teach you to improve it) to advance the glory of his Name, (for the present, putting a new song of praise into your mouthes) A prop for your faith to stay upon, and thereby giving you a great opportunity (the Lord in mercy teach you to improve it) to advance the glory of his Name, (for the present, putting a new song of praise into your mouths) A prop for your faith to stay upon, cc av vvg pn22 dt j n1 (dt n1 p-acp n1 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi pn31) pc-acp vvi dt vvb pp-f po31 n1, (c-acp dt j, vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n2) dt n1 p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 20
219 for time to come, (the Lord hath delivered, and will deliver) A further advantage, to break the power of the malicious, and ungodlymen; and a warning to you, to beware of neuters, and secret false friends, who though they take sweet counsell together with you, and speak you fair, beleeve them not, for there are seven abominations in their hearts. for time to come, (the Lord hath Delivered, and will deliver) A further advantage, to break the power of the malicious, and ungodlymen; and a warning to you, to beware of neuters, and secret false Friends, who though they take sweet counsel together with you, and speak you fair, believe them not, for there Are seven abominations in their hearts. p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, (dt n1 vhz vvn, cc vmb vvi) dt jc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc n2; cc dt vvg p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pp-f n2, cc j-jn j n2, r-crq c-acp pns32 vvb j n1 av p-acp pn22, cc vvb pn22 j, vvb pno32 xx, c-acp pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp po32 n2. (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 20
220 And by all this ye are (I suppose) fully satisfied that these works of our Lord God Almighty are as marvellous for their manner, as before you have heard they were for their time, kinde, and instruments, working light out of darknesse, causing even the experience of the Church, in these later ages, clearly to interpret Sampsons riddle, Out of the eater came forth meat, And by all this you Are (I suppose) Fully satisfied that these works of our Lord God Almighty Are as marvellous for their manner, as before you have herd they were for their time, kind, and Instruments, working Light out of darkness, causing even the experience of the Church, in these later ages, clearly to interpret Sampsons riddle, Out of the eater Come forth meat, cc p-acp d d pn22 vbr (pns11 vvb) av-j vvn cst d n2 pp-f po12 n1 np1 j-jn vbr p-acp j p-acp po32 n1, a-acp p-acp pn22 vhb vvn pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 n1, n1, cc n2, vvg n1 av pp-f n1, vvg av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d jc n2, av-j pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, av pp-f dt n1 vvd av n1, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 20
221 and out of the strong came forth sweetnesse; and out of the strong Come forth sweetness; cc av pp-f dt j vvd av n1; (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 20
222 and making all the bloudy and cruell entendments of the Antichristian enemie, in the effect no more hurtfull and dangerous to the Church, and making all the bloody and cruel entendments of the Antichristian enemy, in the Effect no more hurtful and dangerous to the Church, cc vvg d dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt jp n1, p-acp dt n1 av-dx av-dc j cc j p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 20
223 then his was to Phereus Iason, when he run at him with his sword, and in stead of killing him, opened an incurable imposthume, and saved his life. then his was to Phereus Iason, when he run At him with his sword, and in stead of killing him, opened an incurable imposthume, and saved his life. cs po31 vbds p-acp npg1 np1, c-crq pns31 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp n1 pp-f vvg pno31, vvd dt j n1, cc vvd po31 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 25 Page 20
224 Secondly, as they are great and wonderfull, so as evident is it, that they are just, and true: the [ justice ] of them is celebrated, chap. 16. 5. Thou art righteous, O Lord, because thou hast judged thus: Secondly, as they Are great and wonderful, so as evident is it, that they Are just, and true: the [ Justice ] of them is celebrated, chap. 16. 5. Thou art righteous, Oh Lord, Because thou hast judged thus: ord, c-acp pns32 vbr j cc j, av c-acp j vbz pn31, cst pns32 vbr j, cc j: dt [ n1 ] pp-f pno32 vbz vvn, n1 crd crd pns21 vb2r j, uh n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn av: (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
225 and chap. 18. 6. we finde the Angel calling upon the Church, Reward her as she hath rewarded you, double unto her double, according unto her work; and chap. 18. 6. we find the Angel calling upon the Church, Reward her as she hath rewarded you, double unto her double, according unto her work; cc n1 crd crd pns12 vvi dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, vvb pno31 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn22, j-jn p-acp po31 j-jn, vvg p-acp po31 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
226 in the cup which she hath filled, fill to her double: in the cup which she hath filled, fill to her double: p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vvb p-acp po31 j-jn: (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
227 how much she hath glorified her self, and lived deliciously, so much torment, and sorrow give her. how much she hath glorified her self, and lived deliciously, so much torment, and sorrow give her. c-crq d pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, cc vvd av-j, av av-d vvi, cc n1 vvb pno31. (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
228 O in what exact ballances hath Christ proportioned, and weighed out, gall and wormwood, reproach and shame, bloud and ruin to these enemies, making them to drink of the same cup which they had before reached to his servants! Oh in what exact balances hath christ proportioned, and weighed out, Gall and wormwood, reproach and shame, blood and ruin to these enemies, making them to drink of the same cup which they had before reached to his Servants! uh p-acp r-crq j n2 vhz np1 vvn, cc vvd av, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt d n1 r-crq pns32 vhd a-acp vvn p-acp po31 n2! (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
229 They had grievously afflicted the bodies of the Saints of Christ, and now behold upon them, noysome and grievous sores: They had grievously afflicted the bodies of the Saints of christ, and now behold upon them, noisome and grievous sores: pns32 vhd av-j j-vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av vvb p-acp pno32, j cc j n2: (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
230 They had drunk the bloud of the Saints and Prophets, and now behold rivers and fountains of bloud given them to drink. They had their Edicts, to kill heretikes and Lollards, (as they called them) and now in England, and among the Netherlands, it's made capitall for the Iesuits and other Incendiaries, They had drunk the blood of the Saints and prophets, and now behold Rivers and fountains of blood given them to drink. They had their Edicts, to kill Heretics and Lollards, (as they called them) and now in England, and among the Netherlands, it's made capital for the Iesuits and other Incendiaries, pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2, cc av vvb n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi. pns32 vhd po32 n2, pc-acp vvi n2 cc np1, (c-acp pns32 vvd pno32) cc av p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt np1, pn31|vbz vvn j p-acp dt np2 cc n-jn n2-j, (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
231 and Factors for the Whore, to be found amongst them. and Factors for the Whore, to be found among them. cc n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
232 They had burnt the worshippers of Christ, and now behold, themselves scorched with fire and great heat. They had burned the worshippers of christ, and now behold, themselves scorched with fire and great heat. pns32 vhd vvn dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av vvb, px32 vvn p-acp n1 cc j n1. (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
233 They had before deprived the Saints of the light of the Scriptures, and now behold, the Beasts Kingdom overspread with darknesse, so that they gnaw their tongues for pain. They had before deprived the Saints of the Light of the Scriptures, and now behold, the Beasts Kingdom overspread with darkness, so that they gnaw their tongues for pain. pns32 vhd a-acp vvd dt n2 pp-f dt j pp-f dt n2, cc av vvb, dt ng1 n1 vvn p-acp n1, av cst pns32 vvb po32 n2 p-acp n1. (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
234 Thus you see the King of Saints, rendring according to that rule of justice; Eye for eye, breach for breach, tooth for tooth; Thus you see the King of Saints, rendering according to that Rule of Justice; Eye for eye, breach for breach, tooth for tooth; av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; vvb p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
235 full measure, shaken together and running over. full measure, shaken together and running over. j n1, vvn av cc vvg a-acp. (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 21
236 Ecclesiasticall historie is full of instances, which speak home to our purpose in this particular of Emperours, Kings, Nobles, Popes, Bishops, Priests, men, women, of all ranks and degrees, upon whom these righteous judgements of God have been made manifest; Ecclesiastical history is full of instances, which speak home to our purpose in this particular of emperors, Kings, Nobles, Popes, Bishops, Priests, men, women, of all ranks and Degrees, upon whom these righteous Judgments of God have been made manifest; j n1 vbz j pp-f n2, r-crq vvb av-an p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d j pp-f n2, n2, n2-j, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, pp-f d n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq d j n2 pp-f np1 vhb vbn vvn j; (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 22
237 you have a whole Catalogue of them digested to your hands, in Mr. Foxes book of Acts and Monuments. you have a Whole Catalogue of them digested to your hands, in Mr. Foxes book of Acts and Monuments. pn22 vhb dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno32 vvn p-acp po22 n2, p-acp n1 n2 n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 22
238 I shall let passe this particular, onely with this one observation; I shall let pass this particular, only with this one observation; pns11 vmb vvi vvi d j, av-j p-acp d crd n1; (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 22
239 That whereas this great enemy, this Abaddon, this Apollyon, is made up of all the hatefull qualities of all those Kingdoms, which heretofore have oppressed the Church of God, That whereas this great enemy, this Abaddon, this Apollyon, is made up of all the hateful qualities of all those Kingdoms, which heretofore have oppressed the Church of God, cst cs d j n1, d np1, d np1, vbz vvn a-acp pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f d d n2, r-crq av vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 22
240 and is therefore called, Aegypt, Sodom, Babylon; and is Therefore called, Egypt, Sodom, Babylon; cc vbz av vvn, np1, np1, np1; (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 22
241 so the wrath of these vialls poured out upon him, is the mixture and quintessence of those plagues and judgements, whereby all those Kingdoms formerly were destroyed: so the wrath of these vials poured out upon him, is the mixture and quintessence of those plagues and Judgments, whereby all those Kingdoms formerly were destroyed: av dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvd av p-acp pno31, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, c-crq d d n2 av-j vbdr vvn: (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 22
242 for here you have noysome and grievous sores, waters turned into bloud, palpable darknesse, thunder and lightning, for Here you have noisome and grievous sores, waters turned into blood, palpable darkness, thunder and lightning, c-acp av pn22 vhb j cc j n2, n2 vvn p-acp n1, j n1, n1 cc n1, (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 22
243 and great hailestones, the plagues of Aegypt; here you have the drying up of the river Euphrates, the means of the destruction of Babylon; fire and brimstone, the judgement of Sodom. Even so Lord God Almighty, true and righteous are all thy judgements. and great hailstones, the plagues of Egypt; Here you have the drying up of the river Euphrates, the means of the destruction of Babylon; fire and brimstone, the judgement of Sodom. Even so Lord God Almighty, true and righteous Are all thy Judgments. cc j n2, dt n2 pp-f np1; av pn22 vhb dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1 np1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 av n1 np1 j-jn, j cc j vbr d po21 n2. (5) part (DIV2) 26 Page 22
244 And they are as clearly celebrated for their truth: Even so Lord God Almighty, [ True ] are all thy judgements, was the voyce of the Angel out of the Altar, at the pouring out the viall upon the Rivers and Fountains of waters, turning them into bloud: And they Are as clearly celebrated for their truth: Even so Lord God Almighty, [ True ] Are all thy Judgments, was the voice of the Angel out of the Altar, At the pouring out the vial upon the rivers and Fountains of waters, turning them into blood: cc pns32 vbr a-acp av-j vvn p-acp po32 n1: av-j av n1 np1 j-jn, [ j ] vbr d po21 n2, vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt vvg av dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, vvg pno32 p-acp n1: (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 22
245 and after they were all poured out, Iohn heard the voyce of much people in heaven, saying, Hallelujah, salvation, and glory, and honour, and After they were all poured out, John herd the voice of much people in heaven, saying, Hallelujah, salvation, and glory, and honour, cc c-acp pns32 vbdr d vvn av, np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, vvg, np1, n1, cc n1, cc n1, (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 22
246 and power, unto the Lord our God, for [ True ] and righteous are his judgements, and power, unto the Lord our God, for [ True ] and righteous Are his Judgments, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, c-acp [ j ] cc j vbr po31 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 22
247 for he hath judged the great whore; for he hath judged the great whore; c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt j n1; (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 22
248 which to understand, you must know, that these vialls were put up long ago by Christ, which to understand, you must know, that these vials were put up long ago by christ, r-crq pc-acp vvi, pn22 vmb vvi, cst d n2 vbdr vvn a-acp av-j av p-acp np1, (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 23
249 and laid up in store with him, and sealed up among his treasures, and written in a book; and laid up in store with him, and sealed up among his treasures, and written in a book; cc vvd a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n2, cc vvn p-acp dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 23
250 and not onely so, but the Counterpart of this book was sent, and signified by his Angel, unto his servant Iohn, and the epoche, or time of their beginning, and not only so, but the Counterpart of this book was sent, and signified by his Angel, unto his servant John, and the Epoch, or time of their beginning, cc xx av-j av, cc-acp dt vvb pp-f d n1 vbds vvn, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1 np1, cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 23
251 and the whole series of their accomplishment, for time, and place, matter, manner, and measure, exactly represented to him, whereof many things are already come to our knowledge, being fulfilled just ad amussim apocalypseôs, according to the standard of the Revelation; and although some things concerning the interpretation of these plagues, and the Whole series of their accomplishment, for time, and place, matter, manner, and measure, exactly represented to him, whereof many things Are already come to our knowledge, being fulfilled just and amussim apocalypseôs, according to the standard of the Revelation; and although Some things Concerning the Interpretation of these plagues, cc dt j-jn n2 pp-f po32 n1, c-acp n1, cc n1, n1, n1, cc n1, av-j vvn p-acp pno31, c-crq d n2 vbr av vvn p-acp po12 n1, vbg vvn j cc j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc cs d n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f d n2, (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 23
252 and curses, remain yet dark unto us, being not fully accomplished, yet when all these vialls shall once be poured out, the whole Church shall be able to say of them, and curses, remain yet dark unto us, being not Fully accomplished, yet when all these vials shall once be poured out, the Whole Church shall be able to say of them, cc n2, vvb av j p-acp pno12, vbg xx av-j vvn, av c-crq d d n2 vmb a-acp vbi vvn av, dt j-jn n1 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32, (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 23
253 as Ioshuah did, in another case, of the blessings: as Joshua did, in Another case, of the blessings: c-acp np1 vdd, p-acp j-jn n1, pp-f dt n2: (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 23
254 You know that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which the Lord your God spake concerning you, all are come to passe, You know that not one thing hath failed of all the good things which the Lord your God spoke Concerning you, all Are come to pass, pn22 vvb cst xx pi n1 vhz vvn pp-f d dt j n2 r-crq dt n1 po22 n1 vvd vvg pn22, d vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 23
255 and not one thing hath failed; and not one thing hath failed; cc xx crd n1 vhz vvn; (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 23
256 So not one drop of all these vialls hath fallen to the ground in vain, not a plague failed, So not one drop of all these vials hath fallen to the ground in vain, not a plague failed, av xx crd n1 pp-f d d n2 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp j, xx dt n1 vvd, (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 23
257 but all have accomplished the things for which they were sent; write them down, These are the true sayings of God. but all have accomplished the things for which they were sent; write them down, These Are the true sayings of God. cc-acp d vhb vvn dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn; vvb pno32 a-acp, d vbr dt j n2-vvg pp-f np1. (5) part (DIV2) 27 Page 23
258 If you would know some reason, why Christ delights to proceed after this manner, in the destruction of this enemy, I answer, If you would know Some reason, why christ delights to proceed After this manner, in the destruction of this enemy, I answer, cs pn22 vmd vvi d n1, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vvb, (5) part (DIV2) 28 Page 23
259 First, because this enemy is the master-piece of all the Devils workmanship, the Dragons darling, to whom he hath delivered over his power and his State, his throne and dignity; whatever Beelzebub, prince of the Devils, First, Because this enemy is the masterpiece of all the Devils workmanship, the Dragons darling, to whom he hath Delivered over his power and his State, his throne and dignity; whatever Beelzebub, Prince of the Devils, ord, c-acp d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d dt ng1 n1, dt ng1 n-jn, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, po31 n1 cc n1; r-crq np1, n1 pp-f dt n2, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 23
260 and the whole Conclave of hell could invent, all hath been infused into this grand Adversary; and the Whole Conclave of hell could invent, all hath been infused into this grand Adversary; cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi, d vhz vbn vvn p-acp d j n1; (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 23
261 there was never yet State framed in the world by the wit and art of man, more wisely contrived, and plotted, more powerfull, there was never yet State framed in the world by the wit and art of man, more wisely contrived, and plotted, more powerful, pc-acp vbds av-x av n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, av-dc av-j vvn, cc vvn, av-dc j, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
262 and forcible, to subdue the whole world unto it self, by claiming a Ius divinum, laying a foundation for firm obedience in mens consciences, and having in it sufficient to nourish all mens affections, and forcible, to subdue the Whole world unto it self, by claiming a Just Divinum, laying a Foundation for firm Obedience in men's Consciences, and having in it sufficient to nourish all men's affections, cc j, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn31 n1, p-acp vvg dt np1 fw-la, vvg dt n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp ng2 n2, cc vhg p-acp pn31 j pc-acp vvi d ng2 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
263 and to fit every mans humour, that each fancie may be satisfied, and each appetite finde what to feed on; and to fit every men humour, that each fancy may be satisfied, and each appetite find what to feed on; cc pc-acp vvi d ng1 n1, cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc d n1 vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp; (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
264 yea what ever may prevail with any man, is there to be found; yea what ever may prevail with any man, is there to be found; uh q-crq av vmb vvi p-acp d n1, vbz a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn; (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
265 wealth for the covetous, honour for the ambitious, learning for the studious, great employment for metald spirits, multitudes of ceremonies for the superstitious, gorgeousnesse of shows for the vulgar and simple, miracles for the credulous, prayers for the devout, works of piety for the charitable, voluptuousnesse for the dissolute, pardons for the faulty, dispensing with all rules for men of lawlesse conditions, with what ever else might allure the Nations to drink of the Whores intoxicating cup. wealth for the covetous, honour for the ambitious, learning for the studious, great employment for metald spirits, Multitudes of ceremonies for the superstitious, gorgeousness of shows for the Vulgar and simple, Miracles for the credulous, Prayers for the devout, works of piety for the charitable, voluptuousness for the dissolute, Pardons for the faulty, dispensing with all rules for men of lawless conditions, with what ever Else might allure the nations to drink of the Whores intoxicating cup. n1 p-acp dt j, n1 p-acp dt j, vvg p-acp dt j, j n1 p-acp j-vvn n2, n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j, n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j cc j, n2 p-acp dt j, n2 p-acp dt j, n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, n1 p-acp dt j, vvz p-acp dt j, vvg p-acp d n2 p-acp n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp r-crq av av vmd vvi dt n2 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2 vvg n1. (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
266 Neither hath the Devils cunning, and power more appeared in the first contriving of it, Neither hath the Devils cunning, and power more appeared in the First contriving of it, av-d vhz dt ng1 j-jn, cc n1 av-dc vvn p-acp dt ord vvg pp-f pn31, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
267 then after, in the upholding of it, in all ages stirring up men of excellent and rare perfections, constantly and diligently to put in execution all his counsels, then After, in the upholding of it, in all ages stirring up men of excellent and rare perfections, constantly and diligently to put in execution all his Counsels, av a-acp, p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31, p-acp d n2 vvg a-acp n2 pp-f j cc j n2, av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 d po31 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
268 and devices, to hold in those who are already caught in their snares, to allure others, and devices, to hold in those who Are already caught in their snares, to allure Others, cc n2, p-acp vvb p-acp d r-crq vbr av vvn p-acp po32 n2, p-acp vvb n2-jn, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
269 and to weaken and undermine all opposers, how great and potent soever; and to weaken and undermine all opposers, how great and potent soever; cc p-acp vvi cc vvb d n2, c-crq j cc j av; (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
270 It is therefore well becomming the wisedom and power of this King of Saints, to grapple with this Beast, It is Therefore well becoming the Wisdom and power of this King of Saints, to grapple with this Beast, pn31 vbz av av vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
271 after this manner, that in the things whereof he is most proud, He might shew himself to be above him. After this manner, that in the things whereof he is most proud, He might show himself to be above him. p-acp d n1, cst p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns31 vbz av-ds j, pns31 vmd vvi px31 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31. (5) part (DIV2) 29 Page 24
272 Secondly, this enemy hath been the sorest and heaviest Adversary that ever the Church of Christ had in the world: Secondly, this enemy hath been the Sorest and Heaviest Adversary that ever the Church of christ had in the world: ord, d n1 vhz vbn dt js cc js n1 cst av dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd p-acp dt n1: (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 24
273 Nebuchadnezzar of old, and the rest of the Assyrian Monarchs did break their bones like a Lyon, the Aegyptian Pharaoh like a Dragon devoured them, Antiochus Epiphanes cast down the Saints, Nebuchadnezzar of old, and the rest of the assyrian Monarchs did break their bones like a lion, the Egyptian Pharaoh like a Dragon devoured them, Antiochus Epiphanes cast down the Saints, np1 pp-f j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt jp n2 vdd vvi po32 n2 av-j dt n1, dt jp np1 av-j dt n1 vvn pno32, np1 np1 vvd a-acp dt n2, (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 25
274 and stamped upon them, and did weare them out; the Romane Ethnick Emperours the three first hundred yeares wasted them in ten severall Persecutions: and stamped upon them, and did wear them out; the Roman Ethnic emperors the three First hundred Years wasted them in ten several Persecutions: cc vvn p-acp pno32, cc vdd vvi pno32 av; dt jp j-jn n2 dt crd ord crd n2 vvn pno32 p-acp crd j n2: (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 25
275 but these and all these were as nothing in comparison of this Destroyer, all their loines lay not so heavy upon the Churches back as the little finger of Antichrist. but these and all these were as nothing in comparison of this Destroyer, all their loins lay not so heavy upon the Churches back as the little finger of Antichrist. cc-acp d cc d d vbdr a-acp pix p-acp n1 pp-f d n1, d po32 n2 vvb xx av j p-acp dt n2 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 25
276 Whether we respect the cruelty exercised upon the body, or tyranny over their soules and consciences, Whither we respect the cruelty exercised upon the body, or tyranny over their Souls and Consciences, cs pns12 vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 25
277 or the extent and length of time in both; or the extent and length of time in both; cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d; (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 25
278 I say, in respect of cruelty, first, upon the body, I beleeve that upon a due survey, there would be found upon his score more blood of Saints and Martyrs then was shed from the blood of righteous Abel to the beginning of his reigne: I say, in respect of cruelty, First, upon the body, I believe that upon a due survey, there would be found upon his score more blood of Saints and Martyrs then was shed from the blood of righteous Abel to the beginning of his Reign: pns11 vvb, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, ord, p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb cst p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 av-dc n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 av vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1: (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 25
279 A hundred thousand within the limits of one Kingdome put to death in a few weeks, thirty or fourty thousand boasted to have fallen by the hands of one of his emissaries in the space of a few yeers; A hundred thousand within the Limits of one Kingdom put to death in a few weeks, thirty or fourty thousand boasted to have fallen by the hands of one of his emissaries in the Molle of a few Years; dt crd crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f crd n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt d n2, crd cc crd crd vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f crd pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n2; (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 25
280 and if so, what hath been done in the rest of the Nations, where all who once tasting of the whores cup delight to drink and to be drunken with the blood of Saints? In her is found the blood of Prophets, and if so, what hath been done in the rest of the nations, where all who once tasting of the whores cup delight to drink and to be drunken with the blood of Saints? In her is found the blood of prophets, cc cs av, r-crq vhz vbn vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, c-crq d r-crq c-acp vvg pp-f dt ng1 n1 n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? p-acp pno31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 25
281 and of Saints, and of all that were slaine upon the earth. and of Saints, and of all that were slain upon the earth. cc pp-f n2, cc pp-f d cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 25
282 Secondly, in respect of tyranny upon the soule, we read not that Pharaoh, or seldome any of the rest, (though they all oppressed the people of God in their outward liberties) did much endeavour to force their consciences, or if they did (as sometimes Nebuchadnezzar and Antiochus) the case was so cleare that they needed not take time to answer about it; Secondly, in respect of tyranny upon the soul, we read not that Pharaoh, or seldom any of the rest, (though they all oppressed the people of God in their outward Liberties) did much endeavour to force their Consciences, or if they did (as sometime Nebuchadnezzar and Antiochus) the case was so clear that they needed not take time to answer about it; ord, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb xx d np1, cc av d pp-f dt n1, (cs pns32 d vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 j n2) vdd d n1 p-acp vvb po32 n2, cc cs pns32 vdd (c-acp av np1 cc np1) dt n1 vbds av j cst pns32 vvd xx vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 25
283 but this tyrant causeth all, both small and great, rich and poore, free and bond, to receive the marke of their spirituall slavery, in their right hand and in their foreheads, so that none must buy or sell save he that hath the mark or name of the beast, but this tyrant Causes all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and bound, to receive the mark of their spiritual slavery, in their right hand and in their foreheads, so that none must buy or fell save he that hath the mark or name of the beast, cc-acp d n1 vvz d, av-d j cc j, j cc j, j cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1, p-acp po32 j-jn n1 cc p-acp po32 n2, av cst pix vmb vvi cc vvi c-acp pns31 cst vhz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 26
284 and that with such deceivablenesse of unrighteousness, with such power & signs, and lying wonders, that he deceives those that dwell on the earth by means of those miracles which he hath power to do: and that with such deceivableness of unrighteousness, with such power & Signs, and lying wonders, that he deceives those that dwell on the earth by means of those Miracles which he hath power to do: cc cst p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1 cc n2, cc vvg n2, cst pns31 vvz d cst vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vdi: (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 26
285 So that even many of the Lambs own followers have in part been deceived by him, So that even many of the Lambs own followers have in part been deceived by him, av cst av d pp-f dt n2 d n2 vhb p-acp n1 vbn vvn p-acp pno31, (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 26
286 and if it were possible they would finally deceive the very elect of God. and if it were possible they would finally deceive the very elect of God. cc cs pn31 vbdr j pns32 vmd av-j vvi dt j j-vvn pp-f np1. (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 26
287 Or if thirdly, we respect the continuance and length of his bloody reigne, in this also he exceeds the rest. Or if Thirdly, we respect the Continuance and length of his bloody Reign, in this also he exceeds the rest. cc cs ord, pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp d av pns31 vvz dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 26
288 In Aegypt they were evil intreated about two hundred yeers; The Babylonish yoke oppressed them threescore and ten years; In Egypt they were evil entreated about two hundred Years; The Babylonish yoke oppressed them threescore and ten Years; p-acp np1 pns32 vbdr av-jn vvn p-acp crd crd n2; dt np1 n1 vvn pno32 crd cc crd n2; (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 26
289 Antiochus sorely wasted them, but it was but for a very little season; The Heathen Empire of Rome proved more cruell and bloudy then any of the rest, Antiochus sorely wasted them, but it was but for a very little season; The Heathen Empire of Room proved more cruel and bloody then any of the rest, np1 av-j vvd pno32, cc-acp pn31 vbds cc-acp p-acp dt av j n1; dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvb vvn av-dc j cc j cs d pp-f dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 26
290 for the space of three or four hundred yeers ▪ but this Antichrist makes incessant, desperate, for the Molle of three or four hundred Years ▪ but this Antichrist makes incessant, desperate, p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd cc crd crd n2 ▪ p-acp d np1 vvz j, j, (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 26
291 and bloudy war upon them, no lesse then twelve hundred and threescore years together. and bloody war upon them, no less then twelve hundred and threescore Years together. cc j n1 p-acp pno32, av-dx av-dc cs crd crd cc crd n2 av. (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 26
292 And if you put all this together, you shall finde just cause why the King of Saints should proceed thus severely and strangely, in ruining this great enemy of Himselfe and people, making him as wonderfull in his terrible fall, as he had been in his bloudy reigne. And if you put all this together, you shall find just cause why the King of Saints should proceed thus severely and strangely, in ruining this great enemy of Himself and people, making him as wonderful in his terrible fallen, as he had been in his bloody Reign. cc cs pn22 vvb d d av, pn22 vmb vvi j n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd vvi av av-j cc av-j, p-acp vvg d j n1 pp-f px31 cc n1, vvg pno31 p-acp j p-acp po31 j n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vbn p-acp po31 j n1. (5) part (DIV2) 30 Page 26
293 Thus you have the truth of the doctrine, fully and clearely demonstrated, it remains now that I make some application of it to You, wherein I shall confine my selfe to those three uses which we finde the Church makes of these workes in this place. Thus you have the truth of the Doctrine, Fully and clearly demonstrated, it remains now that I make Some application of it to You, wherein I shall confine my self to those three uses which we find the Church makes of these works in this place. av pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j cc av-j vvn, pn31 vvz av cst pns11 vvb d n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp pn22, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp d crd n2 r-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 vvz pp-f d n2 p-acp d n1. (5) part (DIV2) 31 Page 26
294 First, they wonder at these wonderfull workes, they observe them, they have them digested into a song, First, they wonder At these wonderful works, they observe them, they have them digested into a song, ord, pns32 vvb p-acp d j n2, pns32 vvb pno32, pns32 vhb pno32 vvn p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 26
295 and sing this song of Moses and of the Lamb, having as well their hearts filled with admiration of them, as their mouths with praise. and sing this song of Moses and of the Lamb, having as well their hearts filled with admiration of them, as their mouths with praise. cc vvb d n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f dt n1, vhg c-acp av po32 n2 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
296 And this (Honourable and beloved) let me commend to your practice in the first place: And this (Honourable and Beloved) let me commend to your practice in the First place: cc d (j cc j-vvn) vvb pno11 vvi p-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt ord n1: (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
297 Come and see the works of the Lord, even the great and marvellous works of the Lord God Almighty, Come and see the works of the Lord, even the great and marvellous works of the Lord God Almighty, vvb cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 j-jn, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
298 how terrible he is in his doings towards the children of men: how terrible he is in his doings towards the children of men: c-crq j pns31 vbz p-acp po31 n2-vdg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2: (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
299 All his works are great, his works of Creation, even of the least atomes, the works of common providence governing even the wayes of the pismire are great and worthy to be sought out of all them that take pleasure in them; All his works Are great, his works of Creation, even of the least Atoms, the works of Common providence governing even the ways of the pismire Are great and worthy to be sought out of all them that take pleasure in them; d po31 n2 vbr j, po31 n2 pp-f n1, av pp-f dt ds n2, dt n2 pp-f j n1 vvg av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j cc j pc-acp vbi vvn av pp-f d pno32 cst vvb n1 p-acp pno32; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
300 but the works of the Lord towards his Church, the goings of our Lord and King in his Sanctuary, ruling his Saints in the middest of their enemies, but the works of the Lord towards his Church, the goings of our Lord and King in his Sanctuary, ruling his Saints in the midst of their enemies, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n2-vvg pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvg po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
301 and after this manner breaking in peeces the Powers which doe oppose them, is now the wonder of Angels, and After this manner breaking in Pieces the Powers which do oppose them, is now the wonder of Angels, cc p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp n2 dt n2 r-crq vdb vvi pno32, vbz av dt n1 pp-f n2, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
302 and shall be the wonder of Saints to eternity; and fit therfore that now it should be ours. and shall be the wonder of Saints to eternity; and fit Therefore that now it should be ours. cc vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1; cc vvb av d av pn31 vmd vbi png12. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
303 Mans disposition is naturally taken with thoughts and discourses of things great and wonderfull, and is not satisfied but in something that raises the mind to a high pitch of admiration; men disposition is naturally taken with thoughts and discourses of things great and wonderful, and is not satisfied but in something that raises the mind to a high pitch of admiration; ng1 n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 j cc j, cc vbz xx vvn cc-acp p-acp pi cst vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
304 here you may behold an object fit, (if any) to beget wonderment, and indeed our spirits never are right till we stand at gaze here, Here you may behold an Object fit, (if any) to beget wonderment, and indeed our spirits never Are right till we stand At gaze Here, av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 j, (cs d) pc-acp vvi n1, cc av po12 n2 av vbr j-jn c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp vvi av, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
305 for this discovers a plaine difference between the spirits of godly and carnall men, these latter are more taken with vaine and empty things. for this discovers a plain difference between the spirits of godly and carnal men, these latter Are more taken with vain and empty things. c-acp d vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2, d d vbr dc vvn p-acp j cc j n2. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
306 A Poet or a well-penn'd Romancy how it takes some, wasting upon it dayes, weeks, and moneths, admiring the wit, invention, style or elegancy; A Poet or a well-penned Romancy how it Takes Some, wasting upon it days, weeks, and months, admiring the wit, invention, style or elegancy; dt n1 cc dt j n1 c-crq pn31 vvz d, vvg p-acp pn31 n2, n2, cc n2, vvg dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
307 others wonder at the raising of this or that poore man to a great estate of wealth, at another out of the dust advanced to the height of honour: Others wonder At the raising of this or that poor man to a great estate of wealth, At Another out of the dust advanced to the height of honour: n2-jn vvb p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d cc d j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j-jn av pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 27
308 these things fill their hearts with thoughts when alone, their mouthes with discourse when in company, yet in the mean time the wonders of Christ are not taken notice of: these things fill their hearts with thoughts when alone, their mouths with discourse when in company, yet in the mean time the wonders of christ Are not taken notice of: d n2 vvb po32 n2 p-acp n2 c-crq av-j, po32 n2 p-acp n1 c-crq p-acp n1, av p-acp dt j n1 dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr xx vvn n1 pp-f: (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
309 Christ's person, offices, administrations are too base things for them to busie their thoughts about, they can see nothing but triviall matters, Christ's person, Offices, administrations Are too base things for them to busy their thoughts about, they can see nothing but trivial matters, npg1 n1, n2, n2 vbr av j n2 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 a-acp, pns32 vmb vvi pix cc-acp j n2, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
310 and not worth their notice in them all, yea they wonder at them who can spend their time in the Study of the Scriptures, and not worth their notice in them all, yea they wonder At them who can spend their time in the Study of the Scriptures, cc xx j po32 n1 p-acp pno32 d, uh pns32 vvb p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
311 and the meditation of these works of Christ. and the meditation of these works of christ. cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f np1. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
312 But these men (whatever they think of themselves) are sottish beasts, carnall and brutish persons, But these men (whatever they think of themselves) Are sottish beasts, carnal and brutish Persons, p-acp d n2 (r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f px32) vbr j n2, j cc j n2, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
313 and I may say of the things they are so takē with, as Christ to the Disciples who were so affected with the stones & goodly building of the Temple, Are these the things ye wonder at? I tell you, there shall not be left here one stone upon another: and I may say of the things they Are so taken with, as christ to the Disciples who were so affected with the stones & goodly building of the Temple, are these the things you wonder At? I tell you, there shall not be left Here one stone upon Another: cc pns11 vmb vvi pp-f dt n2 pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp, c-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n2 cc j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vbr d dt n2 pn22 vvb p-acp? pns11 vvb pn22, pc-acp vmb xx vbi vvn av crd n1 p-acp j-jn: (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
314 So these riches, these buildings, this power and authority, this great man in his countrey, these things I say, by too much regarding whereof many lose their soules, what shall they all be ere long? Heaven and earth shall be on fire, So these riches, these buildings, this power and Authority, this great man in his country, these things I say, by too much regarding whereof many loose their Souls, what shall they all be ere long? Heaven and earth shall be on fire, av d n2, d n2, d n1 cc n1, d j n1 p-acp po31 n1, d n2 pns11 vvb, p-acp av av-d vvg c-crq d vvb po32 n2, r-crq vmb pns32 d vbb c-acp av-j? n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
315 and what shall these things be then? and I may further say of the men who admire these things, that they are greater vanities then the things they wonder at; and what shall these things be then? and I may further say of the men who admire these things, that they Are greater vanities then the things they wonder At; cc q-crq vmb d n2 vbb av? cc pns11 vmb av-jc vvi pp-f dt n2 r-crq vvb d n2, cst pns32 vbr jc n2 cs dt n2 pns32 vvb p-acp; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
316 Who having immortall soules, fit to be partakers of the divine nature, understandings capable of the knowledge of God, meditations worthy only of God, should yet thus basely prostitute and abase themselves, to advance a thing of nothing, Who having immortal Souls, fit to be partakers of the divine nature, understandings capable of the knowledge of God, meditations worthy only of God, should yet thus basely prostitute and abase themselves, to advance a thing of nothing, r-crq vhg j n2, j pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, n2 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, n2 j av-j pp-f np1, vmd av av av-j vvi cc vvi px32, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pix, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
317 whereas on the contrary a holy heart is so taken with Christ and his wayes, that all other things appear to them to be but toyes and folly, whereas on the contrary a holy heart is so taken with christ and his ways, that all other things appear to them to be but toys and folly, cs p-acp dt j-jn dt j n1 vbz av vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n2, cst d j-jn n2 vvb p-acp pno32 pc-acp vbi p-acp n2 cc n1, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
318 as men got up on high neer the Heavens, behold the earth but as a little spot. as men god up on high near the Heavens, behold the earth but as a little spot. c-acp n2 vvn a-acp p-acp j av-j dt n2, vvb dt n1 cc-acp p-acp dt j n1. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 28
319 Augustine observed this difference in himselfe, that so long as he was a stranger from the wayes of holinesse, he thought the study of the Scriptures to be a dull businesse, infinitely preferring Tully before the Bible; but after his conversion he took no pleasure in that Author where he found not the Name of Iesus. Oh therefore that you would poure out your hearts in the study of these things, that the wonderfull way of Christ's governing in his Church might take up not the least part of your thoughts. Augustine observed this difference in himself, that so long as he was a stranger from the ways of holiness, he Thought the study of the Scriptures to be a dull business, infinitely preferring Tully before the bible; but After his conversion he took no pleasure in that Author where he found not the Name of Iesus. O Therefore that you would pour out your hearts in the study of these things, that the wonderful Way of Christ's governing in his Church might take up not the least part of your thoughts. np1 vvd d n1 p-acp px31, cst av av-j c-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, av-j vvg np1 p-acp dt n1; p-acp p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvd dx n1 p-acp d n1 c-crq pns31 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f np1. uh av d pn22 vmd vvi av po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cst dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg p-acp po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp xx dt ds n1 pp-f po22 n2. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
320 How he hath kept this bush burning, and yet not consumed; How he hath kept this bush burning, and yet not consumed; c-crq pns31 vhz vvn d n1 vvg, cc av xx vvn; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
321 how strange it was that a few Fishermen should by preaching and suffering, like some conquering Alexander, subdue the Nations; how strange it was that a few Fishermen should by preaching and suffering, like Some conquering Alexander, subdue the nations; c-crq j pn31 vbds d dt d n2 vmd p-acp vvg cc vvg, av-j d j-vvg np1, vvb dt n2; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
322 Think of his strange course, permitting an Antichrist to Lord it above a thousand years, in the world, Think of his strange course, permitting an Antichrist to Lord it above a thousand Years, in the world, vvb pp-f po31 j n1, vvg dt np1 p-acp n1 pn31 p-acp dt crd n2, p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
323 so as to subdue the world wholly to his yoake, suffering the Kings to give up their Crowns & Scepters to him, prostituting their power at his feet; so as to subdue the world wholly to his yoke, suffering the Kings to give up their Crowns & Sceptres to him, prostituting their power At his feet; av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-jn p-acp po31 n1, vvg dt n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp pno31, vvg po32 n1 p-acp po31 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
324 and when Satan thought himselfe so strong as to continue the Church in this condition for ever, that then a silly Monke should set himself against the world, and when Satan Thought himself so strong as to continue the Church in this condition for ever, that then a silly Monk should Set himself against the world, cc c-crq np1 vvd px31 av j c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 c-acp av, cst cs dt j n1 vmd vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
325 and in a short time rescue a great part of it frō under his yoak. and in a short time rescue a great part of it from under his yoke. cc p-acp dt j n1 vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp p-acp po31 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
326 Another time, come neerer into England, & think what he did by King Edward, a Child, by Queen Elizabeth, a Woman; the great deliverances, from the Spanish Armado, from the hellish Powder-treason; come neerer yet, another time, come nearer into England, & think what he did by King Edward, a Child, by Queen Elizabeth, a Woman; the great Deliverances, from the Spanish Armado, from the hellish Powder treason; come nearer yet, j-jn n1, vvb jc p-acp np1, cc vvb r-crq pns31 vdd p-acp n1 np1, dt n1, p-acp n1 np1, dt n1; dt j n2, p-acp dt np1 np1, p-acp dt j n1; vvb jc av, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
327 and behold the wonders of these two or three last years, in England and Scotland; and behold the wonders of these two or three last Years, in England and Scotland; cc vvb dt n2 pp-f d crd cc crd ord n2, p-acp np1 cc np1; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
328 ponder them seriously, they are the Lords doings, and ought to be wonderfull in your eyes: ponder them seriously, they Are the lords doings, and ought to be wonderful in your eyes: vvb pno32 av-j, pns32 vbr dt n2 n2-vdg, cc pi pc-acp vbi j p-acp po22 n2: (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
329 Think yet further, how wonderfull he will be, when he comes to be admired in his Saints at the last day; Think yet further, how wonderful he will be, when he comes to be admired in his Saints At the last day; vvb av av-jc, c-crq j pns31 vmb vbi, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt ord n1; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
330 feed your hearts and raise them sometimes with some of these thoughts, sometimes with others, untill they burne within you. Oh but we cannot meditate! feed your hearts and raise them sometime with Some of these thoughts, sometime with Others, until they burn within you. O but we cannot meditate! vvb po22 n2 cc vvi pno32 av p-acp d pp-f d n2, av p-acp n2-jn, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pn22. uh cc-acp pns12 vmbx vvi! (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 29
331 we love indeed to reade these things, and delight to heare them, but we cannot meditate on them! we love indeed to read these things, and delight to hear them, but we cannot meditate on them! pns12 vvb av pc-acp vvi d n2, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp pns12 vmbx vvb p-acp pno32! (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
332 Say not so lest you prove your selves persons without grace; Say not so lest you prove your selves Persons without grace; vvb xx av cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 n2 p-acp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
333 Psalme 78. it is made the note of a wretch, and of one whose dayes God will consume in sorrow, to forget the works of God; Psalm 78. it is made the note of a wretch, and of one whose days God will consume in sorrow, to forget the works of God; n1 crd pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f crd r-crq n2 np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
334 and of a brutish person, Psal. 92. not to consider them: and of a brutish person, Psalm 92. not to Consider them: cc pp-f dt j n1, np1 crd xx pc-acp vvi pno32: (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
335 and if you cannot finde a heart to wonder at Him, and his wayes, as an occasion of praise, take heed he shew not himselfe wonderfull in your confusion. and if you cannot find a heart to wonder At Him, and his ways, as an occasion of praise, take heed he show not himself wonderful in your confusion. cc cs pn22 vmbx vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc po31 n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb n1 pns31 vvb xx px31 j p-acp po22 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
336 Wherfore have we our reason and tongues, but to observe, and speak of these things? think we to live with the Saints, Wherefore have we our reason and tongues, but to observe, and speak of these things? think we to live with the Saints, q-crq vhb pns12 po12 n1 cc n2, cc-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pp-f d n2? vvb pns12 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
337 and glorify Christ in Heaven, and not have dispositions fram'd to give him all the glory we can, and Glorify christ in Heaven, and not have dispositions framed to give him all the glory we can, cc vvi np1 p-acp n1, cc xx vhi n2 vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 d dt n1 pns12 vmb, (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
338 while we live here on earth? which we cannot doe, if we observe not these things. while we live Here on earth? which we cannot do, if we observe not these things. cs pns12 vvb av p-acp n1? r-crq pns12 vmbx vdi, cs pns12 vvb xx d n2. (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
339 I know that there is a dulnesse and auknesse in the spirits of the best, yet godly hearts will endeavour to overcome it: I know that there is a dulness and auknesse in the spirits of the best, yet godly hearts will endeavour to overcome it: pns11 vvb cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt av-js, av j n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31: (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
340 He that is wise, will ponder these things, will fet his heart to taske in these studies; He that is wise, will ponder these things, will fetched his heart to task in these studies; pns31 cst vbz j, vmb vvi d n2, vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
341 and that not as to an unpleasing drudgery, but as to an employment, Divine and Angelicall, most pleasing and delightfull: and that not as to an unpleasing drudgery, but as to an employment, Divine and Angelical, most pleasing and delightful: cc cst xx p-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1, j-jn cc j, av-ds j-vvg cc j: (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
342 My meditation of Him shall be sweet. And for your better quickning to this duty, consider; My meditation of Him shall be sweet. And for your better quickening to this duty, Consider; po11 n1 pp-f pno31 vmb vbi j. cc p-acp po22 jc j-vvg p-acp d n1, vvb; (5) part (DIV2) 32 Page 30
343 First, that this is the only way to make us Heavenly and spirituall, by feeding on such matters of wonderment; First, that this is the only Way to make us Heavenly and spiritual, by feeding on such matters of wonderment; ord, cst d vbz dt av-j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 j cc j, p-acp vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f n1; (5) part (DIV2) 33 Page 30
344 The object about which we are conversant, gives a tincture to our spirit, naturally such as our spirits are, such are our studies, pueri crepundia gestant, children play with rattles, The Object about which we Are conversant, gives a tincture to our Spirit, naturally such as our spirits Are, such Are our studies, pueri crepundia gestant, children play with rattles, dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr j, vvz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, av-j d c-acp po12 n2 vbr, d vbr po12 n2, fw-la n1 n1, n2 vvb p-acp vvz, (5) part (DIV2) 33 Page 30
345 and morally our spirits are moulded into the studies we are accustomed to. and morally our spirits Are moulded into the studies we Are accustomed to. cc av-j po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp. (5) part (DIV2) 33 Page 30
346 Secondly, this will make us ever fit for Gods service: This our Lord will be served with reverence and feare, and what begets that, but a knowledge of out distance; upon the consideration of His greatnesse, from his wonderfull workes? all base and low conceits will then vanish: Secondly, this will make us ever fit for God's service: This our Lord will be served with Reverence and Fear, and what begets that, but a knowledge of out distance; upon the consideration of His greatness, from his wonderful works? all base and low conceits will then vanish: ord, d vmb vvi pno12 av j p-acp ng1 n1: d po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvb cc n1, cc r-crq vvz d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f av n1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 j n2? d j cc j n2 vmb av vvi: (5) part (DIV2) 34 Page 31
347 all society and communion among men is maintain'd by a knowledge of inequality, when we see more eminency in men for their gifts, and graces and places, it strikes a reverence, all society and communion among men is maintained by a knowledge of inequality, when we see more eminency in men for their Gifts, and graces and places, it strikes a Reverence, d n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vvb dc n1 p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc n2 cc n2, pn31 vvz dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 34 Page 31
348 and strengthens the bands of love and respect, much more strongly doth the serious and deep beholding of the unparallel'd perfections and excellencies of God, shining in his wonderfull works, captivate the soule and lay it low before him: and strengthens the bans of love and respect, much more strongly does the serious and deep beholding of the unparalleled perfections and excellencies of God, shining in his wonderful works, captivate the soul and lay it low before him: cc vvz dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, av-d av-dc av-j vdz dt j cc j-jn n-vvg pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp po31 j n2, vvb dt n1 cc vvi pn31 av-j p-acp pno31: (5) part (DIV2) 34 Page 31
349 but of this more in the second use. Thirdly, this is the way to make us profit and grow up in grace; but of this more in the second use. Thirdly, this is the Way to make us profit and grow up in grace; cc-acp pp-f d dc p-acp dt ord n1. ord, d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 n1 cc vvi a-acp p-acp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 34 Page 31
350 when God sees us humble admirers of his greatnesse, and diligent searchers into his goodnesse, he will reveale himselfe yet more and more to us, when God sees us humble admirers of his greatness, and diligent searchers into his Goodness, he will reveal himself yet more and more to us, c-crq np1 vvz pno12 j n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc j n2 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi px31 av av-dc cc av-dc p-acp pno12, (5) part (DIV2) 35 Page 31
351 as Christ said to Nathaniel, Because I said this unto thee, beleevest thou? thou shalt see greater things then these: or the Lord to the Prophet, I will shew thee great and mighty things which thou knowest not. as christ said to Nathaniel, Because I said this unto thee, Believest thou? thou shalt see greater things then these: or the Lord to the Prophet, I will show thee great and mighty things which thou Knowest not. c-acp np1 vvd p-acp np1, c-acp pns11 vvd d p-acp pno21, vv2 pns21? pns21 vm2 vvi jc n2 cs d: cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno21 j cc j n2 r-crq pns21 vv2 xx. (5) part (DIV2) 35 Page 31
352 Fourthly, as a further motive and help, be thoroughly acquainted with thine own condition, really sensible of thine own vilenesse, wants, and basenesse of all kindes; Fourthly, as a further motive and help, be thoroughly acquainted with thine own condition, really sensible of thine own vileness, Wants, and baseness of all Kinds; ord, c-acp dt jc n1 cc n1, vbb av-j vvn p-acp po21 d n1, av-j j pp-f po21 d n1, vvz, cc n1 pp-f d n2; (5) part (DIV2) 36 Page 31
353 take the dimensions of thy corruptions, the height, length, and depth of them, consider that thou art in thy self a vassall of Satan, a vessel of wrath, dead in nature and disposition to good, dead in Sin, posting to eternall destruction, take the dimensions of thy corruptions, the height, length, and depth of them, Consider that thou art in thy self a vassal of Satan, a vessel of wrath, dead in nature and disposition to good, dead in since, posting to Eternal destruction, vvb dt n2 pp-f po21 n2, dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32, vvb cst pns21 vb2r p-acp po21 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, j p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp j, j p-acp n1, vvg p-acp j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 36 Page 31
354 and then every thing of Christ thy Saviour will be wonderful unto thee. and then every thing of christ thy Saviour will be wondered unto thee. cc av d n1 pp-f np1 po21 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno21. (5) part (DIV2) 36 Page 31
355 Fifthly, and lastly, consider thy relations to Christ, He is thy head, thy King, thy Lord, thy Husband, thy brother, & withall thy interest in all his works, they are all done for thee, thou hast a part in every deliverance, (they are thy enemies that fall, upon the pouring out of every viall) a share in every mercy; and our interest in any thing, sets it off the better to our affections, Fifthly, and lastly, Consider thy relations to christ, He is thy head, thy King, thy Lord, thy Husband, thy brother, & withal thy Interest in all his works, they Are all done for thee, thou hast a part in every deliverance, (they Are thy enemies that fallen, upon the pouring out of every vial) a share in every mercy; and our Interest in any thing, sets it off the better to our affections, ord, cc ord, vvb po21 n2 p-acp np1, pns31 vbz po21 n1, po21 n1, po21 n1, po21 n1, po21 n1, cc av po21 n1 p-acp d po31 n2, pns32 vbr av-d vdn p-acp pno21, pns21 vh2 dt n1 p-acp d n1, (pns32 vbr po21 n2 cst vvb, p-acp dt vvg av pp-f d n1) dt n1 p-acp d n1; cc po12 n1 p-acp d n1, vvz pn31 p-acp dt jc p-acp po12 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 37 Page 32
356 & makes us with unwearied diligence to search out, whatsoever is scibile in it; & makes us with unwearied diligence to search out, whatsoever is scibile in it; cc vvz pno12 p-acp j n1 pc-acp vvi av, r-crq vbz fw-la p-acp pn31; (5) part (DIV2) 37 Page 32
357 much more should it here, where the more we shall study, the more we shall wonder, and the more we wonder, the more shall we honour God, and better our selves; much more should it Here, where the more we shall study, the more we shall wonder, and the more we wonder, the more shall we honour God, and better our selves; av-d dc vmd pn31 av, c-crq dt av-dc pns12 vmb vvi, dt av-dc pns12 vmb vvi, cc dt av-dc pns12 vvb, dt av-dc vmb pns12 vvb np1, cc j po12 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 37 Page 32
358 the more we chew these cordialls, the more sweetness shall we draw from them. the more we chew these cordials, the more sweetness shall we draw from them. dt av-dc pns12 vvb d n2, dt av-dc n1 vmb pns12 vvi p-acp pno32. (5) part (DIV2) 37 Page 32
359 O therefore, that Christ would open our eyes, that we might see his wonders in their just dimensions, in the wisdome, power, faithfulnesse, greatnesse, justice, and truth, shining in them, that those things might be glorious, Oh Therefore, that christ would open our eyes, that we might see his wonders in their just dimensions, in the Wisdom, power, faithfulness, greatness, Justice, and truth, shining in them, that those things might be glorious, uh av, cst np1 vmd vvi po12 n2, cst pns12 vmd vvi po31 n2 p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc n1, vvg p-acp pno32, cst d n2 vmd vbi j, (5) part (DIV2) 38 Page 32
360 and excellent in our eyes, which are mean and common in the eyes of others, that wee might be able to answer such as see no such thing in them, (with the Painter, who being much taken with a piece, and excellent in our eyes, which Are mean and Common in the eyes of Others, that we might be able to answer such as see no such thing in them, (with the Painter, who being much taken with a piece, cc j p-acp po12 n2, r-crq vbr j cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, cst pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d c-acp vvb dx d n1 p-acp pno32, (p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbg av-d vvn p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 38 Page 32
361 though seeming plain, yet of excellent workmanship, to one ignorantly asking him, what worth he saw in that poor peece) O friend, couldst thou see with my eyes, thou wouldst be ravished with it. though seeming plain, yet of excellent workmanship, to one ignorantly asking him, what worth he saw in that poor piece) Oh friend, Couldst thou see with my eyes, thou Wouldst be ravished with it. cs j-vvg n1, av pp-f j n1, p-acp pi av-j vvg pno31, r-crq n1 pns31 vvd p-acp d j n1) uh n1, vmd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po11 n2, pns21 vmd2 vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (5) part (DIV2) 38 Page 32
362 And that our mouths might be filled with praises all the day long, especially upon this day, purposely set apart by us, thankfully to record the great and wonderfull works, the true and righteous judgements, of our King of Saints; And that our mouths might be filled with praises all the day long, especially upon this day, purposely Set apart by us, thankfully to record the great and wonderful works, the true and righteous Judgments, of our King of Saints; cc d po12 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2 d dt n1 av-j, av-j p-acp d n1, av vvn av p-acp pno12, av-j pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n2, dt j cc j n2, pp-f po12 n1 pp-f n2; (5) part (DIV2) 38 Page 32
363 In delivering us from the hurtfull sword, in being on our side, when men rose up against us, in causing our soul to escape, In delivering us from the hurtful sword, in being on our side, when men rose up against us, in causing our soul to escape, p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vbg p-acp po12 n1, c-crq n2 vvd a-acp p-acp pno12, p-acp vvg po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, (5) part (DIV2) 38 Page 32
364 as a bird out of the snare of the fowler, making their mischief to return upon their own head, causing them to sink down in the pit which they made; as a bird out of the snare of the Fowler, making their mischief to return upon their own head, causing them to sink down in the pit which they made; c-acp dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n1, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd; (5) part (DIV2) 38 Page 32
365 in the net which they hid, is their own foot taken. And so much for the first Use, the Use of Admiration. in the net which they hid, is their own foot taken. And so much for the First Use, the Use of Admiration. p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd, vbz po32 d n1 vvn. cc av av-d c-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (5) part (DIV2) 38 Page 32
366 The second use the Church makes here of the works of Christ, is to provoke and quicken themselves up to fear him, and glorifie him; The second use the Church makes Here of the works of christ, is to provoke and quicken themselves up to Fear him, and Glorify him; dt ord vvi dt n1 vvz av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vbz pc-acp vvi cc vvb px32 a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31, cc vvi pno31; (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
367 Who would not fear thee, and glorifie thy Name? for thou onely art holy: Who would not Fear thee, and Glorify thy Name? for thou only art holy: r-crq vmd xx vvi pno21, cc vvi po21 n1? c-acp pns21 j n1 j: (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
368 Lord, who can understand these works of thine, thus great and marvellous, thus just and true, Lord, who can understand these works of thine, thus great and marvellous, thus just and true, n1, r-crq vmb vvi d n2 pp-f png21, av j cc j, av j cc j, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
369 and not acknowledge thee to be the onely holy One? Let me presse it, by way of exhortation, to provoke you to the same duty: and not acknowledge thee to be the only holy One? Let me press it, by Way of exhortation, to provoke you to the same duty: cc xx vvi pno21 pc-acp vbi dt av-j j pi? vvb pno11 vvi pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt d n1: (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
370 Where first, I must open what is meant by fearing, and glorifying his Name, and that which is made the ground of this fear, Where First, I must open what is meant by fearing, and glorifying his Name, and that which is made the ground of this Fear, c-crq ord, pns11 vmb vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvg, cc vvg po31 n1, cc cst r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
371 and glory, because thou onely art holy; and first, of his holinesse. Holinesse, whatever it is predicated of, is nothing but a separation of the thing from common uses; and glory, Because thou only art holy; and First, of his holiness. Holiness, whatever it is predicated of, is nothing but a separation of the thing from Common uses; cc n1, c-acp pns21 j n1 j; cc ord, pp-f po31 n1. n1, r-crq pn31 vbz vvn pp-f, vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n2; (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
372 and to sanctifie, is to respect it according to such separation, or as becomes its holinesse: and to sanctify, is to respect it according to such separation, or as becomes its holiness: cc pc-acp vvi, vbz pc-acp vvi pn31 vvg p-acp d n1, cc a-acp vvz po31 n1: (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
373 and holinesse in God, is nothing but the incommunicable Eminency of the Divine Majesty, exalted above all other eminences whatsoever. and holiness in God, is nothing but the incommunicable Eminency of the Divine Majesty, exalted above all other Eminences whatsoever. cc n1 p-acp np1, vbz pix p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvn p-acp d j-jn n2 r-crq. (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
374 So that to be holy alone, or to be the holy one, (in Scripture signification) and to be God, is all one; So that to be holy alone, or to be the holy one, (in Scripture signification) and to be God, is all one; av cst pc-acp vbi j av-j, cc pc-acp vbi dt j pi, (p-acp n1 n1) cc pc-acp vbi np1, vbz d pi; (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
375 Hab. 1. 12. Art not thou from everlasting, my Lord, my God, my holy One? Isai. 17. 7. At that day, a man shall look to his Maker, Hab. 1. 12. Art not thou from everlasting, my Lord, my God, my holy One? Isaiah 17. 7. At that day, a man shall look to his Maker, np1 crd crd n1 xx pns21 p-acp j, po11 n1, po11 np1, po11 j pi? np1 crd crd p-acp d n1, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
376 and his eye shall have respect to the holy One of Israel, that is unto God. Psal. 89. 18. The holy One of Israel is our King, that is, Iehovah is our King. and his eye shall have respect to the holy One of Israel, that is unto God. Psalm 89. 18. The holy One of Israel is our King, that is, Jehovah is our King. cc po31 n1 vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt j crd pp-f np1, cst vbz p-acp np1. np1 crd crd dt j crd pp-f np1 vbz po12 n1, cst vbz, np1 vbz po12 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
377 Amos 4. 2. The Lord hath sworn by his holinesse, that is, the Lord hath sworn by himself. So then, for thou onely art holy, is as much as to say, Thou onely art God; these works of thine, Amos 4. 2. The Lord hath sworn by his holiness, that is, the Lord hath sworn by himself. So then, for thou only art holy, is as much as to say, Thou only art God; these works of thine, np1 crd crd dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst vbz, dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp px31. av av, c-acp pns21 j n1 j, vbz p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, pns21 j n1 np1; d n2 pp-f png21, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
378 thus great and marvellous, thus just and true, sufficiently speak, or prove thee, O King of Saints, to be the Lord God Almighty. thus great and marvellous, thus just and true, sufficiently speak, or prove thee, Oh King of Saints, to be the Lord God Almighty. av j cc j, av j cc j, av-j vvi, cc vvb pno21, uh n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbi dt n1 np1 j-jn. (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
379 Secondly, [ fear: ] who would not fear thee? To fear in this sense, Secondly, [ Fear: ] who would not Fear thee? To Fear in this sense, ord, [ vvb: ] r-crq vmd xx vvi pno21? p-acp vvb p-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 33
380 and in this place, is to give that awfull respect unto Christ, as becommeth his Excellency; and in this place, is to give that awful respect unto christ, as becomes his Excellency; cc p-acp d n1, vbz p-acp vvb cst j n1 p-acp np1, c-acp vvz po31 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 34
381 to serve him with a singular, separate, incommunicable service, and is so commonly in the Scripture taken for the whole duty, which we owe unto him; to serve him with a singular, separate, incommunicable service, and is so commonly in the Scripture taken for the Whole duty, which we owe unto him; pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j, vvb, j n1, cc vbz av av-j p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno31; (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 34
382 thus to fear God, and to take him for our God alone, is all one, Gen. 31. 53. Iacob sware by the fear of his father Isaac, that is, by the God of his father Isaac. Isai. 8. 12, 13. Neither fear ye their fear, that is, serve not their gods, sanctifie the Lord of Hoasts, thus to Fear God, and to take him for our God alone, is all one, Gen. 31. 53. Iacob sware by the Fear of his father Isaac, that is, by the God of his father Isaac. Isaiah 8. 12, 13. Neither Fear you their Fear, that is, serve not their God's, sanctify the Lord of Hosts, av p-acp vvb np1, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po12 np1 j, vbz d pi, np1 crd crd np1 vvd p-acp dt vvb pp-f po31 n1 np1, cst vbz, p-acp dt np1 pp-f po31 n1 np1. np1 crd crd, crd av-d vvb pn22 po32 vvb, cst vbz, vvb xx po32 n2, vvb dt n1 pp-f n2, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 34
383 and let him be your fear, that is, let him be your God alone. [ And glorifie thy Name, ] thy Name, that is, thy self, thy Divine Majesty; and let him be your Fear, that is, let him be your God alone. [ And Glorify thy Name, ] thy Name, that is, thy self, thy Divine Majesty; cc vvb pno31 vbi po22 vvb, cst vbz, vvb pno31 vbi po22 np1 av-j. [ cc vvi po21 n1, ] po21 vvb, cst vbz, po21 n1, po21 j-jn n1; (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 34
384 and to glorifie this holy One, is not meant by making him glorious, or by adding lustre, and to Glorify this holy One, is not meant by making him glorious, or by adding lustre, cc p-acp vvi d j pi, vbz xx vvn p-acp vvg pno31 j, cc p-acp vvg n1, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 34
385 or excellency to him, which before he had not, for who ever hath given unto him? But to glorifie him is, to acknowledge his excellency, and glory, to do unto him, what may become his glorie, to set up and exalt his glory. or excellency to him, which before he had not, for who ever hath given unto him? But to Glorify him is, to acknowledge his excellency, and glory, to do unto him, what may become his glory, to Set up and exalt his glory. cc n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq c-acp pns31 vhd xx, c-acp r-crq av vhz vvn p-acp pno31? p-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 vbz, p-acp vvb po31 n1, cc n1, pc-acp vdi p-acp pno31, r-crq vmb vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi po31 n1. (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 34
386 To fear him (then) and glorifie his Name, as the holy One, is to acknowledge his Divinity, to own him as their onely Lord and King, and (renouncing all other false Christs, To Fear him (then) and Glorify his Name, as the holy One, is to acknowledge his Divinity, to own him as their only Lord and King, and (renouncing all other false Christ, p-acp vvb pno31 (av) cc vvi po31 n1, c-acp dt j crd, vbz p-acp vvb po31 n1, p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, cc (vvg d j-jn j npg1, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 34
387 and Mediatours) to devote themselves to serve him alone, and worship him with a singular, separate, incommunicated worship, (his jealousie admitting no Corrivall, there is none holy as the Lord, neither shall any partake with him in his glory) absolutely, eminently, to do to him themselves, and Mediators) to devote themselves to serve him alone, and worship him with a singular, separate, incommunicated worship, (his jealousy admitting no Corrival, there is none holy as the Lord, neither shall any partake with him in his glory) absolutely, eminently, to do to him themselves, cc n2) p-acp vvb px32 pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j, cc vvb pno31 p-acp dt j, vvb, vvn n1, (po31 n1 vvg dx n1, a-acp vbz pix j p-acp dt n1, d vmb d vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1) av-j, av-j, pc-acp vdi p-acp pno31 px32, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 34
388 and to provoke others to do, as becommeth his Excellency. This is the duty which the Church here engageth her self unto, and to provoke Others to doe, as becomes his Excellency. This is the duty which the Church Here engageth her self unto, cc pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp n1, c-acp vvz po31 n1. d vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 av vvz po31 n1 p-acp, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 34
389 and is in truth, the whole of Christianity, the summe of that everlasting Gospel, which the Angel flying thorow the midst of heaven, was to preach to them that dwell on the earth, and is in truth, the Whole of Christianity, the sum of that everlasting Gospel, which the Angel flying thorough the midst of heaven, was to preach to them that dwell on the earth, cc vbz p-acp n1, dt j-jn pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, r-crq dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 34
390 and to every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people, saying with a loud voyce, Fear God, and to every Nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people, saying with a loud voice, fear God, cc p-acp d n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1, n1 np1, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 35
391 and give glory to him, and worship him that made heaven and earth, that is, Iesus Christ alone, by whom all things were created, and give glory to him, and worship him that made heaven and earth, that is, Iesus christ alone, by whom all things were created, cc vvb n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvb pno31 cst vvd n1 cc n1, cst vbz, np1 np1 av-j, p-acp ro-crq d n2 vbdr vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 35
392 and by whom all things consist. and by whom all things consist. cc p-acp ro-crq d n2 vvi. (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 35
393 And this is the duty (Honoured and Beloved) which I desire to presse upon your selves, And this is the duty (Honoured and beloved) which I desire to press upon your selves, cc d vbz dt n1 (vvn cc j-vvn) r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 35
394 even that you would be good Christians in your hearts, and in your lives, in your private places, and in your publike standings, to engage your selves with all your might, with all your authority, to advance the glory of Christ, as the redeemed of the Lord, even that you would be good Christians in your hearts, and in your lives, in your private places, and in your public standings, to engage your selves with all your might, with all your Authority, to advance the glory of christ, as the redeemed of the Lord, av cst pn22 vmd vbi j np1 p-acp po22 n2, cc p-acp po22 n2, p-acp po22 j n2, cc p-acp po22 j n2-vvg, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d po22 n1, p-acp d po22 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j-vvn pp-f dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 35
395 as true Subjects to this King of Saints, to offer up as a living sacrifice what ever you have, as true Subject's to this King of Saints, to offer up as a living sacrifice what ever you have, c-acp j n2-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n1 r-crq av pn22 vhb, (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 35
396 or are, to his service, in advancing his Cause, his Worship, his Church, doing it your selves, and promoting it in others: or Are, to his service, in advancing his Cause, his Worship, his Church, doing it your selves, and promoting it in Others: cc vbr, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, vdg pn31 po22 n2, cc j-vvg zz p-acp n2-jn: (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 35
397 To this end, I shall, first, give you a few quickning Motives, to stir you up, to make you ready and willing to your duty; To this end, I shall, First, give you a few quickening Motives, to stir you up, to make you ready and willing to your duty; p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb, ord, vvb pn22 dt d j-vvg n2, pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp, pc-acp vvi pn22 j cc j p-acp po22 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 35
398 and secondly, tell you what the Lord expects at your hands. and secondly, tell you what the Lord expects At your hands. cc ord, vvb pn22 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po22 n2. (5) part (DIV2) 39 Page 35
399 First, consider what great and wonderfull things Our Lord hath already done for you, and how little you have feared, and glorified his Name to this day: First, Consider what great and wonderful things Our Lord hath already done for you, and how little you have feared, and glorified his Name to this day: ord, vvb r-crq j cc j n2 po12 n1 vhz av vdn p-acp pn22, cc c-crq av-j pn22 vhb vvn, cc vvn po31 n1 p-acp d n1: (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 35
400 Who of you can count the great and righteous dealings of the Lord towards you, not onely as you are men, great, or rich, learned, or noble; nor onely as you are Christians, redeemed, called, justified, sanctified, by this King of Saints, Who of you can count the great and righteous dealings of the Lord towards you, not only as you Are men, great, or rich, learned, or noble; nor only as you Are Christians, redeemed, called, justified, sanctified, by this King of Saints, r-crq pp-f pn22 vmb vvi dt j cc j n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn22, xx av-j c-acp pn22 vbr n2, j, cc j, j, cc j; ccx av-j c-acp pn22 vbr np1, vvn, vvn, vvn, j-vvn, p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 35
401 though all, and every of these mercies, call loud upon you for this duty; though all, and every of these Mercies, call loud upon you for this duty; cs d, cc d pp-f d n2, vvb av-j p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1; (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 35
402 but I mean, as you are a Parliament, what great things he hath done for you, in reference to this service, wherein he hath lately employed you. but I mean, as you Are a Parliament, what great things he hath done for you, in Referente to this service, wherein he hath lately employed you. cc-acp pns11 vvb, c-acp pn22 vbr dt n1, r-crq j n2 pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pn22, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvn pn22. (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 35
403 Hath he not carryed you in his bosome? hath he not kept you as the apple of his eye? as an Eagle fluttereth over her young, spreadeth abroad her wings, taketh them, beareth them on her wings, Hath he not carried you in his bosom? hath he not kept you as the apple of his eye? as an Eagl fluttereth over her young, spreadeth abroad her wings, Takes them, bears them on her wings, vhz pns31 xx vvn pn22 p-acp po31 n1? vhz pns31 xx vvn pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 j, vvz av po31 n2, vvz pno32, vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 36
404 so the Lord alone hath preserved you. so the Lord alone hath preserved you. av dt n1 av-j vhz vvn pn22. (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 36
405 How constantly hath he discovered, and hitherto frustrated, all the attempts of your enemies, suffering no weapon of war to prosper, that hath been forged against you, condemning every tongue that hath risen up against you in judgement? I need not name the particulars, I am perswaded, your selves beleeve, that no former Parliament can parallell Gods dealing towards you, How constantly hath he discovered, and hitherto frustrated, all the attempts of your enemies, suffering no weapon of war to prosper, that hath been forged against you, condemning every tongue that hath risen up against you in judgement? I need not name the particulars, I am persuaded, your selves believe, that no former Parliament can parallel God's dealing towards you, c-crq av-j vhz pns31 vvn, cc av vvn, d dt n2 pp-f po22 n2, vvg dx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn22, vvg d n1 cst vhz vvn a-acp p-acp pn22 p-acp n1? pns11 vvb xx vvi dt n2-j, pns11 vbm vvn, po22 n2 vvi, cst dx j n1 vmb vvi n2 vvg p-acp pn22, (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 36
406 and all this while (let me speak freely) how little have you done for his honour, and all this while (let me speak freely) how little have you done for his honour, cc d d n1 (vvb pno11 vvi av-j) c-crq j vhb pn22 vdn p-acp po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 36
407 and glory? I know your distractions have unavoidably hindered much of what might (and I hope else would) have been done. and glory? I know your distractions have avoidable hindered much of what might (and I hope Else would) have been done. cc n1? pns11 vvb po22 n2 vhb av-j vvn d pp-f r-crq vmd (cc pns11 vvb av vmd) vhb vbn vdn. (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 36
408 But say (in this day of your thanksgiving) if you be not infinitely behinde hand with this Lord God Almighty, with this King of Saints; But say (in this day of your thanksgiving) if you be not infinitely behind hand with this Lord God Almighty, with this King of Saints; cc-acp vvb (p-acp d n1 pp-f po22 n1) cs pn22 vbb xx av-j p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 np1 j-jn, p-acp d n1 pp-f n2; (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 36
409 if you have not ordinarily forgot his mercies, as fast as he hath wrought them: if you have not ordinarily forgotten his Mercies, as fast as he hath wrought them: cs pn22 vhb xx av-j vvn po31 n2, c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32: (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 36
410 Hath he not often filled your hearts with joy, and your purses with money, and you like unthrifty children, have played away all at a cast? Have you not checked his providences, not improved his deliverances, Hath he not often filled your hearts with joy, and your purses with money, and you like unthrifty children, have played away all At a cast? Have you not checked his providences, not improved his Deliverances, vhz pns31 xx av vvn po22 n2 p-acp n1, cc po22 n2 p-acp n1, cc pn22 vvb j n2, vhb vvn av av-d p-acp dt n1? vhb pn22 xx vvn po31 n2, xx vvn po31 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 36
411 and the advantages which God hath put into your hands? or if your hearts, at any time, have been raised a little, have they not presently been at a dead low ebb again? have you not gone about to kill his goodnesse with your unkindnesses, by provoking him at the sea, and the advantages which God hath put into your hands? or if your hearts, At any time, have been raised a little, have they not presently been At a dead low ebb again? have you not gone about to kill his Goodness with your Unkindnesses, by provoking him At the sea, cc dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po22 n2? cc cs po22 n2, p-acp d n1, vhb vbn vvn dt j, vhb pns32 xx av-j vbn p-acp dt j j n1 av? vhb pn22 xx vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po22 n2, p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 36
412 even at the red sea? even when, and where he hath delivered you? Especially, have not many of you dishonoured his Name, even At the read sea? even when, and where he hath Delivered you? Especially, have not many of you dishonoured his Name, av p-acp dt j-jn n1? av c-crq, cc c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pn22? av-j, vhb xx d pp-f pn22 vvd po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 36
413 and grieved his Spirit by your sinfull lives, by breaking out into things extreamly scandalous, doing the devills work, while you professe your selves to be the Lords servants? Let me tell you, the Lord will not alwayes strive in one way, in the way of mercy and deliverance: and grieved his Spirit by your sinful lives, by breaking out into things extremely scandalous, doing the Devils work, while you profess your selves to be the lords Servants? Let me tell you, the Lord will not always strive in one Way, in the Way of mercy and deliverance: cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp po22 j n2, p-acp vvg av p-acp n2 av-jn j, vdg dt n2 vvi, cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 pc-acp vbi dt n2 n2? vvb pno11 vvi pn22, dt n1 vmb xx av vvb p-acp crd n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 37
414 when he hath many a time delivered a people, and they goe on to provoke him with their counsells, he knowes how to say I w〈 ◊ 〉ll deliver them no more, he knowes how to bring them low for their iniquity, and to give them up into the hands of their enemy: when he hath many a time Delivered a people, and they go on to provoke him with their Counsels, he knows how to say I w〈 ◊ 〉ll deliver them no more, he knows how to bring them low for their iniquity, and to give them up into the hands of their enemy: c-crq pns31 vhz d dt n1 vvd dt n1, cc pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp vvb pno31 p-acp po32 n2, pns31 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi pns11 n1 sy av vvb pno32 dx av-dc, pns31 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvb pno32 av-j p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp vvb pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1: (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 37
415 he that for a long time hath seemed unweariable in watching over an unthankfull people, will prove weary of repenting, he that for a long time hath seemed unweariable in watching over an unthankful people, will prove weary of repenting, pns31 cst p-acp dt j n1 vhz vvn j p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1, vmb vvi j pp-f vvg, (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 37
416 and in stead of saying, I have seene their wayes, and will heale them, will in the end sweare, I will overturn them, overturn them, overturn them, as a man wipeth a platter turning it upside down. and in stead of saying, I have seen their ways, and will heal them, will in the end swear, I will overturn them, overturn them, overturn them, as a man wipeth a platter turning it upside down. cc p-acp n1 pp-f vvg, pns11 vhb vvn po32 n2, cc vmb vvi pno32, vmb p-acp dt n1 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi pno32, vvb pno32, vvb pno32, p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 vvg pn31 av a-acp. (5) part (DIV2) 40 Page 37
417 Secondly, consider your own place, and standing, the calling, office, and work, wherewith God and his people have trusted you at this time, doe with a wide and loud voyce call upon you to feare the Lord, and glorifie his Name: Secondly, Consider your own place, and standing, the calling, office, and work, wherewith God and his people have trusted you At this time, do with a wide and loud voice call upon you to Fear the Lord, and Glorify his Name: ord, vvb po22 d n1, cc vvg, dt n1, n1, cc n1, c-crq np1 cc po31 n1 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp d n1, vdb p-acp dt j cc j n1 vvb p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi po31 n1: (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 37
418 More then the salvation of your own soules depends upon you; the glory of Christ; the establishment of this Church and Kingdome; More then the salvation of your own Souls depends upon you; the glory of christ; the establishment of this Church and Kingdom; av-dc cs dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2 vvz p-acp pn22; dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 37
419 yea the welfare of all Christendome, in great measure, are all imbarked in that vessell, the steering whereof, is in great part committed unto you. yea the welfare of all Christendom, in great measure, Are all embarked in that vessel, the steering whereof, is in great part committed unto you. uh dt n1 pp-f d np1, p-acp j n1, vbr d vvn p-acp d n1, dt vvg c-crq, vbz p-acp j n1 vvn p-acp pn22. (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 37
420 You are in part, one of the Angels, who are to poure out the viall of the wrath of God, who should therefore come out of the temple cloathed in pure and white linnen, having your breasts girded with golden girdles, adorned like the Priests of God, holy and pure. You Are in part, one of the Angels, who Are to pour out the vial of the wrath of God, who should Therefore come out of the temple clothed in pure and white linen, having your breasts girded with golden girdles, adorned like the Priests of God, holy and pure. pn22 vbr p-acp n1, crd pp-f dt n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmd av vvb av pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp j cc j-jn n1, vhg po22 n2 vvn p-acp j n2, vvn av-j dt n2 pp-f np1, j cc j. (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 37
421 Be you cleane, yee that beare the vessels of the Lord. Be you clean, ye that bear the vessels of the Lord. vbb pn22 j, pn22 cst vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 37
422 Honourable and beloved, how a bominable a thing were it, to see the Angels of God live like the instruments of Satan? how uncomfortable a thing would it be to the people of God, who have chosen you to this worke, Honourable and Beloved, how a bominable a thing were it, to see the Angels of God live like the Instruments of Satan? how uncomfortable a thing would it be to the people of God, who have chosen you to this work, j cc j-vvn, c-crq dt j dt n1 vbdr pn31, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb av-j dt n2 pp-f np1? c-crq j dt n1 vmd pn31 vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhb vvn pn22 p-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 37
423 and beare you in their hearts, and present you every day at the throne of grace, who are willing to sinke and swimme with you, to live and dye with you, that they should hear that such and such a Parliament man will be drunke? that such an one dare blaspheme, and swear, and abuse Religion? that Reformers of Religion, should hate religion? that such as are called to save the Kingdome, should betray the Kingdome? that in the grief of their spirits, they should be compelled to say, O Lord! and bear you in their hearts, and present you every day At the throne of grace, who Are willing to sink and swim with you, to live and die with you, that they should hear that such and such a Parliament man will be drunk? that such an one Dare Blaspheme, and swear, and abuse Religion? that Reformers of Religion, should hate Religion? that such as Are called to save the Kingdom, should betray the Kingdom? that in the grief of their spirits, they should be compelled to say, Oh Lord! cc vvb pn22 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvb pn22 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn22, cst pns32 vmd vvi cst d cc d dt n1 n1 vmb vbi vvn? cst d dt pi vvb vvi, cc vvb, cc vvb n1? cst n2 pp-f n1, vmd vvi n1? cst d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi dt n1? cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, uh n1! (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
424 can these men save us? tell it not in Gath, publish it not in the streets of Askelon. can these men save us? tell it not in Gaza, publish it not in the streets of Ashkelon. vmb d n2 vvb pno12? vvb pn31 xx p-acp np1, vvb pn31 xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
425 How dishonourable would it be, not only to you, but to the King of Saints, who useth you, that they who hate the worke you are about, should hate it the more, in regard of your wicked lives, who are intrusted with it? That they should have occasion to say of you, How dishonourable would it be, not only to you, but to the King of Saints, who uses you, that they who hate the work you Are about, should hate it the more, in regard of your wicked lives, who Are Entrusted with it? That they should have occasion to say of you, c-crq j vmd pn31 vbi, xx av-j p-acp pn22, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvz pn22, cst pns32 r-crq vvb dt n1 pn22 vbr a-acp, vmd vvi pn31 dt av-dc, p-acp n1 pp-f po22 j n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pn31? cst pns32 vmd vhi n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn22, (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
426 as Amurath the great Turke said of the Christians, who brake their league and Covenant with him, (and therefore sped accordingly) O Iesus! are these thy Christians? if thou beest a God, as Amurath the great Turk said of the Christians, who brake their league and Covenant with him, (and Therefore sped accordingly) Oh Iesus! Are these thy Christians? if thou Best a God, c-acp np1 dt j np1 vvd pp-f dt np1, r-crq vvd po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, (cc av vvn av-vvg) uh np1! vbr d po21 np1? cs pns21 vb2s dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
427 as they professe thee to be, revenge this impiety upon them: as they profess thee to be, revenge this impiety upon them: c-acp pns32 vvb pno21 pc-acp vbi, vvb d n1 p-acp pno32: (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
428 So when Papists and Atheists, and such as hate religion and reformation, when they shall see the deformity of your lives, shall say, O Iesus! are these thy Reformers? are these the Angels that must pour out the vials of thy wrath? Oh beloved! So when Papists and Atheists, and such as hate Religion and Reformation, when they shall see the deformity of your lives, shall say, Oh Iesus! Are these thy Reformers? Are these the Angels that must pour out the vials of thy wrath? O Beloved! av c-crq njp2 cc n2, cc d c-acp vvb n1 cc n1, c-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, vmb vvi, uh np1! vbr d po21 n2? vbr d dt n2 cst vmb vvi av dt n2 pp-f po21 n1? uh j-vvn! (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
429 do not with Elies sonnes, occasion men to abhorre the work of the Lord; far be it from you: do not with Ely's Sons, occasion men to abhor the work of the Lord; Far be it from you: vdb xx p-acp vvz n2, n1 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pn22: (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
430 But let the office you are called unto, the place you are set in, the worke, But let the office you Are called unto, the place you Are Set in, the work, cc-acp vvb dt n1 pn22 vbr vvn p-acp, dt n1 pn22 vbr vvn p-acp, dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
431 and the dignity of the work, ingage you to glorifie the name of Christ, that both his work may prosper in your hands, and the dignity of the work, engage you to Glorify the name of christ, that both his work may prosper in your hands, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
432 and your selves be established before the Lord for ever. and your selves be established before the Lord for ever. cc po22 n2 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp av. (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
433 But if you will not hearken to me, let me sadly speak it to you, you are as a City set upon an hill, you and your wayes are looked upon by all men; But if you will not harken to me, let me sadly speak it to you, you Are as a city Set upon an hill, you and your ways Are looked upon by all men; p-acp cs pn22 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno11, vvb pno11 av-j vvi pn31 p-acp pn22, pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, pn22 cc po22 n2 vbr vvn p-acp p-acp d n2; (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 38
434 and if you hinder the worke by your lives, which your office calls you to further, it were better you had never been born into the world. and if you hinder the work by your lives, which your office calls you to further, it were better you had never been born into the world. cc cs pn22 vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, r-crq po22 n1 vvz pn22 p-acp av-jc, pn31 vbdr jc pn22 vhd av-x vbn vvn p-acp dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 39
435 Them that honour Christ, he will honour, and them that despise him, shall be lightly esteemed; Them that honour christ, he will honour, and them that despise him, shall be lightly esteemed; pno32 d n1 np1, pns31 vmb vvi, cc pno32 cst vvb pno31, vmb vbi av-j vvn; (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 39
436 yea he knowes how to make use of you, and your gifts, to promote his cause, yea he knows how to make use of you, and your Gifts, to promote his cause, uh pns31 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pn22, cc po22 n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 39
437 and to destroy you for the iniquity of your lives, as many of those who forwarded the building of the arke, yet perished in the waters. and to destroy you for the iniquity of your lives, as many of those who forwarded the building of the Ark, yet perished in the waters. cc pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, c-acp d pp-f d r-crq vvn dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, av vvn p-acp dt n2. (5) part (DIV2) 41 Page 39
438 Thirdly, consider how loud this dayes deliverance cries in your eares to ingage your selves to feare him, and glorifie his name, who hath wrought this great salvation for you. Thirdly, Consider how loud this days deliverance cries in your ears to engage your selves to Fear him, and Glorify his name, who hath wrought this great salvation for you. ord, vvb c-crq av-j d n2 n1 vvz p-acp po22 n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp vvb pno31, cc vvi po31 n1, r-crq vhz vvn d j n1 p-acp pn22. (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 39
439 It were a wastefull expence of time to insist upō the particulars of this late bloudy design in this Assembly; (though in others usefull) All the light we have about it, comes from you. It were a wasteful expense of time to insist upon the particulars of this late bloody Design in this Assembly; (though in Others useful) All the Light we have about it, comes from you. pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-j pp-f d j j n1 p-acp d n1; (cs p-acp n2-jn j) d dt n1 pns12 vhb p-acp pn31, vvz p-acp pn22. (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 39
440 The many great and high hands which were ingaged in it, the subtilty of the contrivance, the neernesse of the execution, the woefull consequences, The many great and high hands which were engaged in it, the subtlety of the contrivance, the nearness of the execution, the woeful consequences, dt d j cc j n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n2, (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 39
441 and the bloudy fruits which must needs have issued from it; and the bloody fruits which must needs have issued from it; cc dt j n2 r-crq vmb av vhi vvn p-acp pn31; (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 39
442 The good hand of God in crushing this cockatrices egge, before it brake out to be a fiery flying serpent, are fit things to be published and to be spread abroad in other Congregations; The good hand of God in crushing this cockatrices egg, before it brake out to be a fiery flying serpent, Are fit things to be published and to be spread abroad in other Congregations; dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-vvg d n2 n1, c-acp pn31 vvd av pc-acp vbi dt j j-vvg n1, vbr j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn cc pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp j-jn n2; (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 39
443 But to you I shall only be a remembrancer of thus much: But to you I shall only be a remembrancer of thus much: cc-acp p-acp pn22 pns11 vmb av-j vbi dt n1 pp-f av av-d: (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 39
444 That you knew not your neer approaching danger, and that had this treacherous and bloudy contrivance took effect, many of you had been at your long home, ere this time, That you knew not your near approaching danger, and that had this treacherous and bloody contrivance took Effect, many of you had been At your long home, ere this time, cst pn22 vvd xx po22 av-j j-vvg n1, cc d vhd d j cc j n1 vvd n1, d pp-f pn22 vhd vbn p-acp po22 j n1-an, c-acp d n1, (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 39
445 and the rest of this Honourable Assembly, hitherto the great preservers of our liberty, had beene made as a Parliament of Paris, the greatest instruments of the Kingdomes slavery and vassallage for time to come. and the rest of this Honourable Assembly, hitherto the great preservers of our liberty, had been made as a Parliament of paris, the greatest Instruments of the Kingdoms slavery and vassalage for time to come. cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1, av dt j n2 pp-f po12 n1, vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt js n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 39
446 But the Lord was awake when we slept, and hath took the enemies in the pit which they digged, But the Lord was awake when we slept, and hath took the enemies in the pit which they dug, p-acp dt n1 vbds j c-crq pns12 vvd, cc vhz vvd dt n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvd, (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 40
447 and hath filled your hearts with joy, and given you another day to praise him. and hath filled your hearts with joy, and given you Another day to praise him. cc vhz vvn po22 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvn pn22 j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 40
448 Can you upon this day of thanksgiving doe lesse then enquire, What shall we render unto the Lord? I will tell you what he calls for, Can you upon this day of thanksgiving do less then inquire, What shall we render unto the Lord? I will tell you what he calls for, vmb pn22 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vdb av-dc cs vvi, q-crq vmb pns12 vvi p-acp dt n1? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp, (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 40
449 and expects from you, and I beseech you by these mercies of God that you render it unto him: and expects from you, and I beseech you by these Mercies of God that you render it unto him: cc vvz p-acp pn22, cc pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 cst pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp pno31: (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 40
450 That you present your bodies and your soules a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service, that you feare him and glorifie his name, for he only is holy. That you present your bodies and your Souls a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service, that you Fear him and Glorify his name, for he only is holy. cst pn22 vvb po22 n2 cc po22 n2 dt j-vvg n1, j, j p-acp np1, r-crq vbz po22 j n1, cst pn22 vvb pno31 cc vvi po31 n1, c-acp pns31 av-j vbz j. (5) part (DIV2) 42 Page 40
451 Fourthly, and principally, consider the late sacred Covenant and vow which you have all entred into; Fourthly, and principally, Consider the late sacred Covenant and Voelli which you have all entered into; ord, cc av-j, vvb dt j j n1 cc vvb r-crq pn22 vhb d vvn p-acp; (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 40
452 you have not only entred into it your own selves, but intend to draw the whole Kingdome with you, into the Oath of God; you have not only entered into it your own selves, but intend to draw the Whole Kingdom with you, into the Oath of God; pn22 vhb xx av-j vvn p-acp pn31 po22 d n2, cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn22, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 40
453 let me minde you what you have done; let me mind you what you have done; vvb pno11 vvi pn22 r-crq pn22 vhb vdn; (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 40
454 you saw we were designed to destruction, and that Gods meer mercy hath hitherto prevented it; you saw we were designed to destruction, and that God's mere mercy hath hitherto prevented it; pn22 vvd pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cc d n2 j n1 vhz av vvn pn31; (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 40
455 You see there are still destructive and trayterous designes in hand, in severall parts of the Kingdome; You see there Are still destructive and traitorous designs in hand, in several parts of the Kingdom; pn22 vvb pc-acp vbr av j cc j n2 p-acp n1, p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 40
456 you acknowledge your own sins with others, have deserved all these judgements which either lye upon us, you acknowledge your own Sins with Others, have deserved all these Judgments which either lie upon us, pn22 vvb po22 d n2 p-acp n2-jn, vhb vvn d d n2 r-crq d vvb p-acp pno12, (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 40
457 or are threatned against us, and as a means to prevent our utter ruine, you think it necessary to enter into this Covenant with almighty God, or Are threatened against us, and as a means to prevent our utter ruin, you think it necessary to enter into this Covenant with almighty God, cc vbr vvn p-acp pno12, cc p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi po12 j n1, pn22 vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp j-jn np1, (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 40
458 and you have done it, wherein you acknowledge the desert of your own sins, and you confess your hearty sorrow for them, and you have done it, wherein you acknowledge the desert of your own Sins, and you confess your hearty sorrow for them, cc pn22 vhb vdn pn31, c-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2, cc pn22 vvb po22 j n1 p-acp pno32, (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 40
459 and your reall intentions to amend your own lives, and what you will further doe to save and preserve Religion; and all this you have done in Humility and reverence to the Divine Majesty, calling the God of Heaven, the searcher of all hearts to witnesse your integrity, and your real intentions to amend your own lives, and what you will further do to save and preserve Religion; and all this you have done in Humility and Reverence to the Divine Majesty, calling the God of Heaven, the searcher of all hearts to witness your integrity, cc po22 j n2 pc-acp vvi po22 d n2, cc r-crq pn22 vmb jc vdb pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1; cc d d pn22 vhb vdn p-acp n1 cc vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvg dt np1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 40
460 as you will answer it at that Day, when the secrets of all hearts shal be disclosed. as you will answer it At that Day, when the secrets of all hearts shall be disclosed. c-acp pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d n1, c-crq dt n2-jn pp-f d n2 vmb vbi vvn. (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 40
461 Think now how deeply you are engaged, and brought under the curse of God, if you perform not this solemn Covenant; Think now how deeply you Are engaged, and brought under the curse of God, if you perform not this solemn Covenant; vvb av c-crq av-jn pn22 vbr vvn, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs pn22 vvb xx d j n1; (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 41
462 Think how horrid a thing it will prove, for any of you to stand as perjured men before God, in marters of such Consequence; Shall he break his Oath (said God of a King) and be delivered? Shall he escape that doth these things? O Beloved, It is a fearfull thing (in such cases especially) to fall into the hands of the living God, to whom you have appealed, Think how horrid a thing it will prove, for any of you to stand as perjured men before God, in Martyrs of such Consequence; Shall he break his Oath (said God of a King) and be Delivered? Shall he escape that does these things? Oh beloved, It is a fearful thing (in such cases especially) to fallen into the hands of the living God, to whom you have appealed, vvb c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vmb vvi, p-acp d pp-f pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp np1, p-acp n2 pp-f d n1; vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1 (vvd np1 pp-f dt n1) cc vbi vvn? vmb pns31 vvi cst vdz d n2? uh j-vvn, pn31 vbz dt j n1 (p-acp d n2 av-j) pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg np1, p-acp ro-crq pn22 vhb vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 41
463 and whose vengeance, if you wilfully fail, you have invocated upon your own heads. and whose vengeance, if you wilfully fail, you have invocated upon your own Heads. cc rg-crq n1, cs pn22 av-j vvb, pn22 vhb vvn p-acp po22 d n2. (5) part (DIV2) 43 Page 41
464 Lay therefore your hands upon your heart, and think what your purposes and Resolutions are in these few things, which I shall mention to you. Lay Therefore your hands upon your heart, and think what your Purposes and Resolutions Are in these few things, which I shall mention to you. vvd av po22 n2 p-acp po22 n1, cc vvb q-crq po22 n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp d d n2, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22. (5) part (DIV2) 44 Page 41
465 First, for what is past; what reall sorrow have ye in your hearts, for those sins which you call God to witnesse you are thus sorry for? How grievous is the remembrance of them, First, for what is past; what real sorrow have you in your hearts, for those Sins which you call God to witness you Are thus sorry for? How grievous is the remembrance of them, ord, p-acp r-crq vbz j; r-crq j n1 vhb pn22 p-acp po22 n2, p-acp d n2 r-crq pn22 vvb np1 pc-acp vvi pn22 vbr av j p-acp? q-crq j vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32, (5) part (DIV2) 45 Page 41
466 how intolerable do you feel the burthen of them? or do you take Gods Name in vain, calling him to witnesse of the sorrow for those things which he knows you take pleasure in? Think what answer you will make to this. how intolerable do you feel the burden of them? or do you take God's Name in vain, calling him to witness of the sorrow for those things which he knows you take pleasure in? Think what answer you will make to this. c-crq j vdb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32? cc vdb pn22 vvi n2 vvb p-acp j, vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz pn22 vvb n1 p-acp? vvb r-crq vvb pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d. (5) part (DIV2) 45 Page 41
467 Secondly? What are your Resolutions for time to come. You know what blasphemies, what prophanenesses, what uncleannesses, you have hitherto lived in; Secondly? What Are your Resolutions for time to come. You know what Blasphemies, what Prophanenesses, what Uncleannesses, you have hitherto lived in; ord? q-crq vbr po22 n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. pn22 vvb r-crq n2, r-crq n2, r-crq n2, pn22 vhb av vvn p-acp; (5) part (DIV2) 46 Page 41
468 what irreligion and libertinisme your selves and families, have hitherto been guilty of, else you would never have acknowledged, your sins to have deserved these judgements; what irreligion and libertinism your selves and families, have hitherto been guilty of, Else you would never have acknowledged, your Sins to have deserved these Judgments; r-crq n1 cc n1 po22 n2 cc n2, vhb av vbn j pp-f, av pn22 vmd av-x vhi vvn, po22 n2 pc-acp vhi vvn d n2; (5) part (DIV2) 46 Page 41
469 Now I demand, what you resolve to do for time to come: Do you purpose to go on in your old ways; Now I demand, what you resolve to do for time to come: Do you purpose to go on in your old ways; av pns11 vvb, r-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vdi p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi: vdb pn22 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po22 j n2; (5) part (DIV2) 46 Page 41
470 He that was unjust, to be unjust still; He that was unjust, to be unjust still; pns31 cst vbds j, pc-acp vbi j av; (5) part (DIV2) 46 Page 41
471 he that was filthy, to be filthy still, and had no other purpose, but to lead the Kingdom a dance, to go before them in the formality of a service, without changing your Leopards spots, or your Blackmoors skins; he that was filthy, to be filthy still, and had no other purpose, but to led the Kingdom a dance, to go before them in the formality of a service, without changing your Leopards spots, or your Blackmoors skins; pns31 cst vbds j, pc-acp vbi j av, cc vhd dx j-jn n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg po22 ng1 n2, cc po22 n2 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 46 Page 42
472 or in truth, be you resolved, being changed by the renewing of your minde, to become new creatures, to serve Christ in newnesse of spirit, that Christ alone may reign as Lord and King hereafter, both in your hearts, or in truth, be you resolved, being changed by the renewing of your mind, to become new creatures, to serve christ in newness of Spirit, that christ alone may Reign as Lord and King hereafter, both in your hearts, cc p-acp n1, vbb pn22 vvn, vbg vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f po22 n1, pc-acp vvi j n2, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cst np1 av-j vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc n1 av, av-d p-acp po22 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 46 Page 42
473 and lives, and families, as Ioshuah did, when he bid the Israelites choose whom they would serve; and lives, and families, as Joshua did, when he bid the Israelites choose whom they would serve; cc n2, cc n2, c-acp np1 vdd, c-crq pns31 vvd dt np2 vvi r-crq pns32 vmd vvi; (5) part (DIV2) 46 Page 42
474 for himself, he was resolved, though he went all alone, He and his family would serve the Lord. for himself, he was resolved, though he went all alone, He and his family would serve the Lord. p-acp px31, pns31 vbds vvn, cs pns31 vvd d j, pns31 cc po31 n1 vmd vvi dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 46 Page 42
475 Thirdly, as you are Parliament men, what are your purposes concerning your faithfulnesse to Christ, Thirdly, as you Are Parliament men, what Are your Purposes Concerning your faithfulness to christ, ord, c-acp pn22 vbr n1 n2, r-crq vbr po22 n2 vvg po22 n1 p-acp np1, (5) part (DIV2) 47 Page 42
476 and the Cause of Christ, and his Church committed to your hands? If you should altogether fail, deliverance will come another way, the Gates of Hell shall never prevail against the Church of Christ; and the Cause of christ, and his Church committed to your hands? If you should altogether fail, deliverance will come Another Way, the Gates of Hell shall never prevail against the Church of christ; cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp po22 n2? cs pn22 vmd av vvi, n1 vmb vvi j-jn n1, dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (5) part (DIV2) 47 Page 42
477 But are ye really resolved, to save the Church and Kingdom, though your selves should perish in the attempt? or do you intend under pretence of being factors for Christ, to drive a trade for Satan and Antichrist, to betray Religion and Liberty? or to trade in both the Indies, to have a stock going on both sides, that you may save your own stake, which side soever win or lose, to save your own skin, whatever become of the Kingdom? Like a certain Despot of Servia, (of whom I have read in the Turkish History) who lived among the Christians, and kept correspondence with the Turk; who was a publike worshipper of Christ, but a secret circumcised Turk, that that Turkish mark might save him, if need were: But Are you really resolved, to save the Church and Kingdom, though your selves should perish in the attempt? or do you intend under pretence of being Factors for christ, to drive a trade for Satan and Antichrist, to betray Religion and Liberty? or to trade in both the Indies, to have a stock going on both sides, that you may save your own stake, which side soever win or loose, to save your own skin, whatever become of the Kingdom? Like a certain Despot of Servia, (of whom I have read in the Turkish History) who lived among the Christians, and kept correspondence with the Turk; who was a public worshipper of christ, but a secret circumcised Turk, that that Turkish mark might save him, if need were: cc-acp vbr pn22 av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1, cs po22 n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1? cc vdb pn22 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f vbg n2 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1? cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt np2, pc-acp vhi dt n1 vvg p-acp d n2, cst pn22 vmb vvi po22 d n1, r-crq n1 av vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vvi po22 d n1, r-crq vvb pp-f dt n1? j dt j n1 pp-f np1, (pp-f ro-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt jp n1) r-crq vvd p-acp dt np1, cc vvd n1 p-acp dt np1; r-crq vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j-jn vvn np1, cst d jp vvb vmd vvi pno31, cs n1 vbdr: (5) part (DIV2) 47 Page 42
478 Have any of you such cunning devices, to procure externall safety with the certain ruin of your souls? Honoured, Have any of you such cunning devices, to procure external safety with the certain ruin of your Souls? Honoured, vhb d pp-f pn22 d j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n2? vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 47 Page 43
479 and Beloved, I hope better things of you all, though I thus speak, I hope you purpose according to your Covenant, and beloved, I hope better things of you all, though I thus speak, I hope you purpose according to your Covenant, cc vvn, pns11 vvb jc n2 pp-f pn22 d, cs pns11 av vvi, pns11 vvb pn22 vvb vvg p-acp po22 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 47 Page 43
480 and what God requires and expects at your hands, to stick close to Christ and his Cause, to sink and swim with the Church, and what God requires and expects At your hands, to stick close to christ and his Cause, to sink and swim with the Church, cc r-crq np1 vvz cc vvz p-acp po22 n2, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 47 Page 43
481 and Cause of Christ, with singlenesse of heart, and unwearied resolutions, to carry on the work of God, to value your selves onely as his Instruments, and Cause of christ, with singleness of heart, and unwearied resolutions, to carry on the work of God, to valve your selves only as his Instruments, cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 av-j p-acp po31 n2, (5) part (DIV2) 47 Page 43
482 and let him do by you, and with you, what is good in his own eyes. and let him do by you, and with you, what is good in his own eyes. cc vvb pno31 vdi p-acp pn22, cc p-acp pn22, q-crq vbz j p-acp po31 d n2. (5) part (DIV2) 47 Page 43
483 And for your Encouragement, let me speak a little of the third Use, which the Church here makes of these great and marvellous, these just, and true wayes, And for your Encouragement, let me speak a little of the third Use, which the Church Here makes of these great and marvellous, these just, and true ways, cc p-acp po22 n1, vvb pno11 vvi dt j pp-f dt ord n1, r-crq dt n1 av vvz pp-f d j cc j, d j, cc j n2, (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 43
484 and judgements of this King of Saints, which is a Propheticall Prognostication, and foretelling of what shall further happen upon the pouring out of every viall; and Judgments of this King of Saints, which is a Prophetical Prognostication, and foretelling of what shall further happen upon the pouring out of every vial; cc n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz dt j n1, cc vvg pp-f r-crq vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt vvg av pp-f d n1; (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 43
485 and that is, more and more people, and nations shall come in, and submit to Jesus Christ; and that is, more and more people, and Nations shall come in, and submit to jesus christ; cc d vbz, av-dc cc dc n1, cc n2 vmb vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp np1 np1; (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 43
486 the Nations shall come and worship before thee, for thy judgements are made manifest: the nations shall come and worship before thee, for thy Judgments Are made manifest: dt n2 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno21, p-acp po21 n2 vbr vvn j: (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 43
487 And this inables me for your comfort, to help you to an answer of the most difficult question, and most perplexing thought, that I am perswaded is in the heart of most men living at this day, viz. God hath cast our Lot in very perplexed times, all the banks are broken down, all Gods judgments seem to invade us at once, And this inables me for your Comfort, to help you to an answer of the most difficult question, and most perplexing Thought, that I am persuaded is in the heart of most men living At this day, viz. God hath cast our Lot in very perplexed times, all the banks Are broken down, all God's Judgments seem to invade us At once, cc d vvz pno11 p-acp po22 n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n1, cc ds vvg n1, cst pns11 vbm vvn vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f ds n2 vvg p-acp d n1, n1 np1 vhz vvn po12 n1 p-acp j j-vvn n2, d dt n2 vbr vvn a-acp, d ng1 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp a-acp, (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 43
488 and Gods administration to the Kingdom is such, that the wisest man cannot guesse, by Gods dealing to day, what he intends to do with us to morrow; and God's administration to the Kingdom is such, that the Wisest man cannot guess, by God's dealing to day, what he intends to do with us to morrow; cc ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz d, cst dt js n1 vmbx vvi, p-acp n2 vvg p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi p-acp pno12 p-acp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 43
489 Sometimes the Lord enables a handfull of ours, to chase thousands of the enemies; Sometime the Lord enables a handful of ours, to chase thousands of the enemies; av dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f png12, pc-acp vvi crd pp-f dt n2; (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 43
490 Sometimes multitudes of ours flee, as at the shaking of a leaf, when none pursues them; Sometime Multitudes of ours flee, as At the shaking of a leaf, when none pursues them; av n2 pp-f png12 vvi, a-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, c-crq pix vvz pno32; (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 43
491 Sometimes we have rare Instruments unexpectedly raised up; by and by very usefull men are taken off, Sometime we have rare Instruments unexpectedly raised up; by and by very useful men Are taken off, av pns12 vhb j n2 av-j vvn a-acp; p-acp cc p-acp av j n2 vbr vvn a-acp, (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 44
492 and hopefull men prove treacherous; Sometimes the Lord seems to intimate (as in a Cockpit) that one fight shall end the businesse, one way or other; and hopeful men prove treacherous; Sometime the Lord seems to intimate (as in a Cockpit) that one fight shall end the business, one Way or other; cc j n2 vvb j; av dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi (c-acp p-acp dt n1) cst crd n1 vmb vvi dt n1, crd n1 cc n-jn; (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 44
493 otherwhiles, all things are set as if there would be a lengthening out of these unnaturall wars, otherwhiles, all things Are Set as if there would be a lengthening out of these unnatural wars, av, d n2 vbr vvn c-acp cs pc-acp vmd vbi dt vvg av pp-f d j n2, (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 44
494 untill the Cities and Countries are utterly spoiled, and the Land wasted without inhabitant: until the Cities and Countries Are utterly spoiled, and the Land wasted without inhabitant: c-acp dt n2 cc n2 vbr av-j vvn, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp n1: (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 44
495 Now in these calamitous times, every mans thoughts run, as Nebuchadnezzars, with desire to know what should come to passe hereafter, and to demand with that Saint, How long it shall be to the end of these troubles, and all complain, that there is no Prophet to tell us how long; Now in these calamitous times, every men thoughts run, as Nebuchadnezar's, with desire to know what should come to pass hereafter, and to demand with that Saint, How long it shall be to the end of these Troubles, and all complain, that there is no Prophet to tell us how long; av p-acp d j n2, d ng1 n2 vvi, c-acp n2, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vmd vvi pc-acp vvi av, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, c-crq av-j pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc d vvb, cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 c-crq j; (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 44
496 neither can I blame them as curious, who are modestly solicitous to know what will be the event of these things, neither can I blame them as curious, who Are modestly solicitous to know what will be the event of these things, av-d vmb pns11 vvi pno32 p-acp j, r-crq vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2, (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 44
497 for even the Prophets and holy men of God heretofore, searched diligently to know what, for even the prophets and holy men of God heretofore, searched diligently to know what, c-acp av dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f np1 av, vvn av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq, (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 44
498 and what manner of times the Holy Ghost intended, when he spake of the sufferings of Christ, and what manner of times the Holy Ghost intended, when he spoke of the sufferings of christ, cc r-crq n1 pp-f n2 dt j n1 vvd, c-crq pns31 vvd pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 44
499 whether in his Person, or in his members. Now my Text gives (I say) a satisfactory answer, to this difficult Question, whither in his Person, or in his members. Now my Text gives (I say) a satisfactory answer, to this difficult Question, cs p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n2. av po11 n1 vvz (pns11 vvb) dt j n1, p-acp d j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 44
500 and I undertake (without fear of being censured, to be wise above what is written) to tell you what will be the issue and event of all these troubles. and I undertake (without Fear of being censured, to be wise above what is written) to tell you what will be the issue and event of all these Troubles. cc pns11 vvb (p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn, pc-acp vbi j p-acp r-crq vbz vvn) pc-acp vvi pn22 q-crq vmb vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d d n2. (5) part (DIV2) 48 Page 44
501 All Protestant Writers do agree, that we are under the pouring out of some one or more of these seven vialls; All Protestant Writers do agree, that we Are under the pouring out of Some one or more of these seven vials; d n1 n2 vdb vvi, cst pns12 vbr p-acp dt vvg av pp-f d crd cc dc pp-f d crd n2; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 44
502 Some think the fourth viall is now powring out upon the Sun of the Antichristian world; some think the fourth vial is now Pouring out upon the Sun of the Antichristian world; d vvb dt ord n1 vbz av vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 44
503 Others the fifth, upon the throne of the Beast; Others the fifth, upon the throne of the Beast; n2-jn dt ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 44
504 there are, that think we are come as farre as the sixt viall, and the river Euphrates is drying up; there Are, that think we Are come as Far as the sixt vial, and the river Euphrates is drying up; pc-acp vbr, cst vvb pns12 vbr vvn a-acp av-j c-acp dt ord n1, cc dt n1 np1 vbz vvg a-acp; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 44
505 I will not determine which of them it is, it is sufficient, (which of them soever it be) my Text assures me the event shall be this, which is the event of every viall, Antichrists part shall be weakned, I will not determine which of them it is, it is sufficient, (which of them soever it be) my Text assures me the event shall be this, which is the event of every vial, Antichrists part shall be weakened, pns11 vmb xx vvi r-crq pp-f pno32 pn31 vbz, pn31 vbz j, (r-crq pp-f pno32 av pn31 vbb) po11 n1 vvz pno11 dt n1 vmb vbi d, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, np2 n1 vmb vbi vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 45
506 and the Church of Christ shall be strengthened; Something in every viall may afflict the Church, but incurably wounds the Beast. and the Church of christ shall be strengthened; Something in every vial may afflict the Church, but incurably wounds the Beast. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn; pi p-acp d n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cc-acp av-j n2 dt n1. (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 45
507 As the seven Trumpets were so many degrees of the destruction of the Heathen Empire, so the seven vialls are so many degrees of the destruction and ruin of the Antichristian Empire; and it is worth your observing, that all the time, the whole twelve hundred and threescore years of Antichrists reign, Christ always had an army of Saints, to warre against the Beast, a competent number of witnesses, who loved not their lives unto the death; As the seven Trumpets were so many Degrees of the destruction of the Heathen Empire, so the seven vials Are so many Degrees of the destruction and ruin of the Antichristian Empire; and it is worth your observing, that all the time, the Whole twelve hundred and threescore Years of Antichrists Reign, christ always had an army of Saints, to war against the Beast, a competent number of Witnesses, who loved not their lives unto the death; p-acp dt crd n2 vbdr av d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, av dt crd n2 vbr av d n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt jp n1; cc pn31 vbz j po22 vvg, cst d dt n1, dt j-jn crd crd cc crd n2 pp-f np2 n1, np1 av vhd dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vvd xx po32 n2 p-acp dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 45
508 But all the while of Antichrists rising, and triumphant reigning, the event of every conflict, or scuffle was, that the Beast grew higher, and the Church fell lower, the Papacy prevailed over all that rose up against it, But all the while of Antichrists rising, and triumphant reigning, the event of every conflict, or scuffle was, that the Beast grew higher, and the Church fell lower, the Papacy prevailed over all that rose up against it, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np2 vvg, cc j vvg, dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1 vbds, cst dt n1 vvd av-jc, cc dt n1 vvd av-jc, dt n1 vvn p-acp d cst vvd a-acp p-acp pn31, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 45
509 so that the Church in the end was hardly to be found visible upon the face of the earth; so that the Church in the end was hardly to be found visible upon the face of the earth; av cst dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbds av pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 45
510 But it is far otherwise in his declining time, the time when the vials are pouring out, every one of thē plucks part of his fleece; But it is Far otherwise in his declining time, the time when the vials Are pouring out, every one of them plucks part of his fleece; cc-acp pn31 vbz av-j av p-acp po31 vvg n1, dt n1 c-crq dt n2 vbr vvg av, d crd pp-f pno32 vvz n1 pp-f po31 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 45
511 one of them strips him of this Kingdom, another of that; one of them weakens his Temporall, another his Spirituall Jurisdiction; one of them strips him of this Kingdom, Another of that; one of them weakens his Temporal, Another his Spiritual Jurisdiction; crd pp-f pno32 vvz pno31 pp-f d n1, j-jn pp-f d; crd pp-f pno32 vvz po31 j, j-jn po31 j n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 45
512 He is under the vials, as Haman before Mordecai, having once begun to fall, he can never more prevail against them, untill in the end (the seventh viall being poured out upon the whole power of darknesse) the whole Church triumphantly shouts with a loud voice, It is done, there is an utter end of this enemy. He is under the vials, as Haman before Mordecai, having once begun to fallen, he can never more prevail against them, until in the end (the seventh vial being poured out upon the Whole power of darkness) the Whole Church triumphantly shouts with a loud voice, It is done, there is an utter end of this enemy. pns31 vbz p-acp dt n2, c-acp np1 p-acp np1, vhg a-acp vvn pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmb av-x av-dc vvi p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp dt n1 (dt ord n1 vbg vvn av p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1) dt j-jn n1 av-j n2 p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vbz vdn, a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 45
513 So that I dare speak it as confidently as I beleeve the Revelation to be divine Scripture, So that I Dare speak it as confidently as I believe the Revelation to be divine Scripture, av cst pns11 vvb vvi pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi j-jn n1, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 45
514 and the meaning of it thus farre made known to the Churches, that what viall soever is now powring out, the issue will be, That Antichrist shall lose, and Christ shall gain: and the meaning of it thus Far made known to the Churches, that what vial soever is now Pouring out, the issue will be, That Antichrist shall loose, and christ shall gain: cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 av av-j vvn vvn p-acp dt n2, cst r-crq n1 av vbz av vvg av, dt n1 vmb vbi, cst np1 vmb vvi, cc np1 vmb vvi: (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 45
515 And there is but one objection against it, which I confesse to be a great one, And there is but one objection against it, which I confess to be a great one, cc pc-acp vbz p-acp crd n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt j pi, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
516 and that which troubles many, viz. Whether the two witnesses be yet slain: and that which Troubles many, viz. Whither the two Witnesses be yet slave: cc cst r-crq vvz d, n1 cs dt crd n2 vbb av vvn: (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
517 their story ye shall read in the eleventh of the Revelation. These two witnesses, are the small, yet competent number of pure worshippers, who follow the Lamb, their story you shall read in the eleventh of the Revelation. These two Witnesses, Are the small, yet competent number of pure worshippers, who follow the Lamb, po32 n1 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord pp-f dt n1. d crd n2, vbr dt j, av j n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
518 and conflict against the Beast all the time of his reign; and conflict against the Beast all the time of his Reign; cc n1 p-acp dt n1 d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
519 now it is there said, that during this whole space of time, they prophecy in sackcloth and ashes, in a low and mournfull condition, now it is there said, that during this Whole Molle of time, they prophecy in Sackcloth and Ashes, in a low and mournful condition, av pn31 vbz a-acp vvn, cst p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pns32 n1 p-acp n1 cc n2, p-acp dt j cc j n1, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
520 and the Beast makes warre against them, and prevails against them; and the Beast makes war against them, and prevails against them; cc dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvz p-acp pno32; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
521 but quando finituri sunt testimonium, a little before the end of their mournfull prophesie, which is a little before the Beasts finall destruction; but quando finituri sunt testimonium, a little before the end of their mournful prophesy, which is a little before the Beasts final destruction; cc-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j vvi, r-crq vbz dt j p-acp dt n2 j n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
522 the Beast shall not onely keep them low, in sackcloth and ashes, and prevail by degrees against them as heretofore, the Beast shall not only keep them low, in Sackcloth and Ashes, and prevail by Degrees against them as heretofore, dt n1 vmb xx av-j vvi pno32 av-j, p-acp n1 cc n2, cc vvi p-acp n2 p-acp pno32 c-acp av, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
523 but shall kill them, and their dead bodies shall lie unburied in the streets of that great City, that is, in all the Territories of spirituall Babylon, and the Beast and his followers shall be more jolly, but shall kill them, and their dead bodies shall lie unburied in the streets of that great city, that is, in all the Territories of spiritual Babylon, and the Beast and his followers shall be more jolly, cc-acp vmb vvi pno32, cc po32 j n2 vmb vvi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n1, cst vbz, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j np1, cc dt n1 cc po31 n2 vmb vbi av-dc j, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
524 and glorious, then ever they have been: and glorious, then ever they have been: cc j, av av pns32 vhb vbn: (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
525 Now many learned Divines suspect this killing of the Witnesses is not yet past, and if it be not, the Church must go lower then ever it hath been, Now many learned Divines suspect this killing of the Witnesses is not yet past, and if it be not, the Church must go lower then ever it hath been, av d j n2-jn vvi d n-vvg pp-f dt n2 vbz xx av j, cc cs pn31 vbb xx, dt n1 vmb vvi av-jc cs av pn31 vhz vbn, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
526 and how then is the Antichristian State weakned by every viall? To all this I answer, that although I am not able to say, This bitter Cup is yet past, (Father, if it be possible, let this Cup passe away) yet I can say, this is true I have delivered, that every viall shall weaken the Beast, and strengthen the Church, and whether they be killed, and how then is the Antichristian State weakened by every vial? To all this I answer, that although I am not able to say, This bitter Cup is yet past, (Father, if it be possible, let this Cup pass away) yet I can say, this is true I have Delivered, that every vial shall weaken the Beast, and strengthen the Church, and whither they be killed, cc c-crq av vbz dt jp n1 vvn p-acp d n1? p-acp d d pns11 vvb, cst cs pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi, d j n1 vbz av j, (n1, cs pn31 vbb j, vvb d n1 vvi av) av pns11 vmb vvi, d vbz j pns11 vhb vvn, cst d n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cc vvi dt n1, cc cs pns32 vbb vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
527 or not killed, when ever their killing comes, it lasts but three propheticall dayes and a half, that is, or not killed, when ever their killing comes, it lasts but three prophetical days and a half, that is, cc xx vvn, c-crq av po32 j-vvg vvz, pn31 vvz p-acp crd j n2 cc dt n-jn, cst vbz, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
528 but three years and a half, and then presently come in the glorious times, which Christ hath promised, but three Years and a half, and then presently come in the glorious times, which christ hath promised, cc-acp crd n2 cc dt n-jn, cc av av-j vvn p-acp dt j n2, r-crq np1 vhz vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 46
529 and the Church long lookt for; and the Church long looked for; cc dt n1 av-j vvd p-acp; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
530 so that what that Father said of the Arian persecution, Nubecula est, cito transibit, it is but a short, so that what that Father said of the Arian persecution, Nubecula est, Quick transibit, it is but a short, av cst r-crq d n1 vvd pp-f dt np1 n1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
531 though terrible storm, and will quickly have an end, and that end will be comfortable to the witnesses, who shall after three dayes and a half, arise from their death, though terrible storm, and will quickly have an end, and that end will be comfortable to the Witnesses, who shall After three days and a half, arise from their death, cs j n1, cc vmb av-j vhi dt n1, cc d n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n2, r-crq vmb p-acp crd n2 cc dt n-jn, vvb p-acp po32 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
532 and ascend up to heaven in a cloud, their enemies beholding it, and the great City immediately destroyed with a terrible earthquake: and ascend up to heaven in a cloud, their enemies beholding it, and the great city immediately destroyed with a terrible earthquake: cc vvb a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, po32 n2 vvg pn31, cc dt j n1 av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1: (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
533 And is not this comfortable? You see, I go not about to determine what the event of these troubles will be to England, as England is a Civill, or Politicall State, or Common-wealth; And is not this comfortable? You see, I go not about to determine what the event of these Troubles will be to England, as England is a Civil, or Political State, or Commonwealth; cc vbz xx d j? pn22 vvb, pns11 vvb xx p-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f d n2 vmb vbi p-acp np1, p-acp np1 vbz dt j, cc j n1, cc n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
534 Christ breaks and moulds Common-wealths at his pleasure; christ breaks and moulds Commonwealths At his pleasure; np1 vvz cc vvz n2 p-acp po31 n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
535 He hath not spoke much in his word, how long they shall last, or what he intends to do with them; He hath not spoke much in his word, how long they shall last, or what he intends to do with them; pns31 vhz xx vvn av-d p-acp po31 n1, c-crq av-j pns32 vmb vvi, cc r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
536 onely this, that all Kings and Kingdoms, that make warre against the Church, shall be broken a pieces, only this, that all Kings and Kingdoms, that make war against the Church, shall be broken a Pieces, av-j d, cst d n2 cc n2, cst vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn dt n2, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
537 and that in the end, all the Kingdoms of the World shall be the Kingdoms of our Lord, and that in the end, all the Kingdoms of the World shall be the Kingdoms of our Lord, cc cst p-acp dt n1, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
538 and his Saints, and they shall reign over them: and his Saints, and they shall Reign over them: cc po31 n2, cc pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pno32: (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
539 But it is the cause of the Church, the blessed event of these things to the Church of Christ, which I speak of, the welfare and good successe of Religion, in which Cause you are properly engaged and interessed, But it is the cause of the Church, the blessed event of these things to the Church of christ, which I speak of, the welfare and good success of Religion, in which Cause you Are properly engaged and interested, cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j-vvn n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns11 vvb pp-f, dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pn22 vbr av-j vvn cc vvn, (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
540 and which I hope is dearer to you, then ten thousand Englands. Therefore Beloved, Be ye stedfast and unmoveable, alwayes abounding in the work of the Lord; and which I hope is Dearer to you, then ten thousand Englands. Therefore beloved, Be you steadfast and Unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord; cc r-crq pns11 vvb vbz jc-jn p-acp pn22, cs crd crd npg1. av vvn, vbb pn22 j cc j-u, av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (5) part (DIV2) 49 Page 47
541 fear not your enemies, because they are blasphemous and wicked, because they are set on fire, with the rage, cruelty, Fear not your enemies, Because they Are blasphemous and wicked, Because they Are Set on fire, with the rage, cruelty, vvb xx po22 n2, c-acp pns32 vbr j cc j, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1, n1, (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 47
542 and treachery of Hell, fear them the lesse for that; and treachery of Hell, Fear them the less for that; cc n1 pp-f n1, vvb pno32 dt av-dc p-acp d; (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 47
543 Let my enemy be as the wicked, and he that riseth up against me, be as the ungodly: Let my enemy be as the wicked, and he that Riseth up against me, be as the ungodly: vvb po11 n1 vbb p-acp dt j, cc pns31 cst vvz a-acp p-acp pno11, vbb p-acp dt j: (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 47
544 Their wickednesse is your advantage, it is their weaknesse, and makes you strong; Let not the huge stature of the Anakims, and Zamzummims terrifie you; Their wickedness is your advantage, it is their weakness, and makes you strong; Let not the huge stature of the Anakims, and Zamzummims terrify you; po32 n1 vbz po22 n1, pn31 vbz po32 n1, cc vvz pn22 j; vvb xx dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, cc np1 vvi pn22; (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 48
545 Our state for the present is low, it may be we shall be lower, but lower we cannot be then Iob was upon the dunghill, from whence God raised him up; Our state for the present is low, it may be we shall be lower, but lower we cannot be then Job was upon the dunghill, from whence God raised him up; po12 n1 p-acp dt j vbz j, pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vmb vbi jc, cc-acp jc pns12 vmbx vbi av np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, p-acp c-crq np1 vvd pno31 a-acp; (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 48
546 not lower then Ionah, in the Whales belly, from whence the Lord delivered him; not lower then Jonah, in the Whale's belly, from whence the Lord Delivered him; xx vvb av np1, p-acp dt n2 n1, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31; (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 48
547 not lower then the Israelites at the Red-sea, thorow which the Lord made a way for them: not lower then the Israelites At the Red sea, thorough which the Lord made a Way for them: xx vvb av dt np1 p-acp dt np1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32: (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 48
548 Go on with your work, and fear nothing, this King of Saints hath depths answerable to all our depths; Go on with your work, and Fear nothing, this King of Saints hath depths answerable to all our depths; vvb a-acp p-acp po22 n1, cc vvb pix, d n1 pp-f n2 vhz n2 j p-acp d po12 n2; (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 48
549 depths of mercy, answerable to our depths of misery; depths of power, answerable to our depths of weaknesse; depths of mercy, answerable to our depths of misery; depths of power, answerable to our depths of weakness; n2 pp-f n1, j p-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1; n2 pp-f n1, j p-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1; (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 48
550 He can give a comfortable Outgate out of all our straits, and my Text sayes, he will do it, and with my Text I conclude, Great and wonderfull are the works of our God: He can give a comfortable Outgate out of all our straits, and my Text Says, he will do it, and with my Text I conclude, Great and wonderful Are the works of our God: pns31 vmb vvi dt j np1 av pp-f d po12 n2, cc po11 n1 vvz, pns31 vmb vdi pn31, cc p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vvb, j cc j vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1: (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 48
551 And he delights to work wonders, both in ruining his adversaries, to uphold, comfort, and deliver his people engaged in his Cause, And he delights to work wonders, both in ruining his Adversaries, to uphold, Comfort, and deliver his people engaged in his Cause, cc pns31 n2 pc-acp vvi n2, av-d p-acp vvg po31 n2, p-acp vvi, n1, cc vvb po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 48
552 and to bring others in subjection to him, who yet are strangers from him. The Nations shall come and worship before thee, because thy judgments are made manifest. FINIS. and to bring Others in subjection to him, who yet Are Strangers from him. The nations shall come and worship before thee, Because thy Judgments Are made manifest. FINIS. cc p-acp vvb ng2-jn p-acp n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq av vbr n2 p-acp pno31. dt n2 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno21, c-acp po21 n2 vbr vvn j. fw-la. (5) part (DIV2) 50 Page 48

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233 0 Ver. 9. Ver. 9. np1 crd
230 0 Revel. 16. 2. Revel. 16. 2. vvb. crd crd
230 1 Ver. 5. Ver. 5. np1 crd
10 0 2 Cor 8. 12. 2 Cor 8. 12. crd np1 crd crd
15 0 The Text. The Text. dt np1
33 0 1. 1. crd
34 0 2. 2. crd
37 0 3. 3. crd
48 0 Exod. 15. Exod 15. np1 crd
87 0 Josh. 7. Josh. 7. np1 crd
112 0 The main Doctrine of the Text The main Doctrine of the Text dt j n1 pp-f dt n1
113 0 Explained. Explained. vvd.
121 0 Revel. 16. 5 ▪ 6. Revel. 16. 5 ▪ 6. vvb. crd crd ▪ crd
127 0 Isaiah 59. 18. Isaiah 59. 18. np1 crd crd
129 0 Judg. 1. 7. Judges 1. 7. np1 crd crd
129 1 〈 ◊ 〉 Doctr. 〈 … 〉 instances. 〈 ◊ 〉 Doctrine 〈 … 〉 instances. 〈 sy 〉 np1 〈 … 〉 n2.
143 0 Deut. 32. 36. Deuteronomy 32. 36. np1 crd crd
145 0 Isa. 59. 16, &c. Isaiah 59. 16, etc. np1 crd crd, av
149 0 Albertus Crancius. Albert Crancius. np1 np1.
152 0 Cajetanus Cardinalis. Cajetan Cardinalis. np1 fw-la.
160 0 Judg. 7. 13, 14. Judges 7. 13, 14. np1 crd crd, crd
164 0 Jer. 31. 22. Jer. 31. 22. np1 crd crd
166 0 Jer. 38. 11. Jer. 38. 11. np1 crd crd
166 1 Neh 3. 5. Neh 3. 5. np1 crd crd
172 0 Revel. 16. 8. Revel. 16. 8. vvi. crd crd
178 0 Psal. 77 9. Psalm 77 9. np1 crd crd
178 1 Isai. 64. 1. Isaiah 64. 1. np1 crd crd
179 0 Cant. 2 8. Cant 2 8. np1 crd crd
179 1 Nahum 1. 3. Nahum 1. 3. np1 crd crd
188 0 Sleidan. Veramundus de suroribus Gallicis. Sleidan. Veramundus de suroribus Gallic. np1. np1 fw-fr fw-la np1.
193 0 Knox Hist. of Scot. Thuanus. Knox Hist. of Scot. Thuanus. np1 np1 pp-f np1. np1.
205 0 Psal. 136. 23. Psalm 136. 23. np1 crd crd
207 0 Nehem. 4. 3. Nehemiah 4. 3. np1 crd crd
219 0 Prov. 26. 25. Curae 26. 25. np1 crd crd
221 0 Judg. 14. 14. Judges 14. 14. np1 crd crd
234 0 Ver. 10. Ver. 10. np1 crd
234 1 Levit. 24. 10. Levit. 24. 10. np1 crd crd
236 0 Luke 6. 38. Luke 6. 38. np1 crd crd
237 0 Vol 3. 954. &c Vol. 2. 185. 187. Vol 3. 954. etc. Vol. 2. 185. 187. np1 crd crd av n1 crd crd crd
241 0 Revel. 17. 5. Chap. 11 8, 9. Revel. 17. 5. Chap. 11 8, 9. vvb. crd crd np1 crd crd, crd
242 0 Chap. 16. 2. 3. 10. 21. Chap. 16. 2. 3. 10. 21. np1 crd crd crd crd crd
244 0 Chap. 16. 12. Chap. 19. 20. Chap. 16. 12. Chap. 19. 20. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
244 1 Revel. 16. 7. Revel. 16. 7. vvb. crd crd
245 0 Chap. 19. 1, 2. Chap. 19. 1, 2. np1 crd crd, crd
250 0 Deut. 32. 34. Revel. 1. 1. Deuteronomy 32. 34. Revel. 1. 1. np1 crd crd vvb. crd crd
257 0 Revel. 19. 9. Revel. 19. 9. vvb. crd crd
259 0 Reason 1. Reason 1. vvb crd
259 1 Revel. 13. 2. Revel. 13. 2. vvb. crd crd
263 0 Sands West. relig. fect. 13. Sands West. relic. fect. 13. n2 n1. n1. n1. crd
272 0 Exod. 18. 11. Exod 18. 11. np1 crd crd
273 0 Dan. Dan. np1
281 0 Revel. 18. 24. Revel. 18. 24. vvb. crd crd
282 0 Dan. 3. 16. Dan. 3. 16. np1 crd crd
283 0 Rev. 13. 16, 17. 2 Thess. 2. 9. 10. Rev. 13. 16, 17. 2 Thess 2. 9. 10. n1 crd crd, crd crd np1 crd crd crd
284 0 Revel. 13. 14. Revel. 13. 14. vvb. crd crd
284 1 Revel. 18. 4. Revel. 18. 4. vvb. crd crd
287 0 Matth. 24. 24. Matthew 24. 24. np1 crd crd
292 0 Revel. 11. 2 3. Revel. 11. 2 3. vvb. crd crd crd
293 0 Application. Application. n1.
294 0 1. 1. crd
295 0 For admiration. For admiration. c-acp n1.
314 0 Mat. 24 2. Mathew 24 2. np1 crd crd
340 0 Psal. 107. 43. Psalm 107. 43. np1 crd crd
343 0 Psal. 104. ult Psalm 104. ult np1 crd n1
344 0 Motives. Motives. n2.
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346 0 2. 2. crd
350 0 3. 3. crd
351 0 John 1. 50. John 1. 50. np1 crd crd
352 0 Jer. 33. 3. Jer. 33. 3. np1 crd crd
352 1 4. 4. crd
355 0 5. 5. crd
366 0 2. Ʋse of Exhortation. 2. Ʋse of Exhortation. crd n1 pp-f n1.
389 0 Revel. 14. 6. Revel. 14. 6. vvi. crd crd
391 0 Col. 1. 16, 17. Col. 1. 16, 17. np1 crd crd, crd
399 0 Motives. 1. Motives. 1. n2. crd
405 0 〈 … 〉. 10, 11. 〈 … 〉. 10, 11. 〈 … 〉. crd, crd
412 0 Psal. ••6. 71. Psalm ••6. 71. np1 n1. crd
414 0 Psal 106. Psalm 106. np1 crd
416 0 Esay 57. 16. Ezek. 2 Kings Isaiah 57. 16. Ezekiel 2 Kings np1 crd crd np1 crd n2
417 0 2. 2. crd
420 0 Revel. 15 •. Revel. 15 •. vvb. crd •.
422 0 Isay Saiah np1
435 0 1 Sam. 2. 30. 1 Sam. 2. 30. vvd np1 crd crd
462 0 Ezck. 17. 15. Ezekiel 17. 15. np1 crd crd
465 0 1. 1. crd
467 0 2. 2. crd
475 0 3. 3. crd
483 0 3. Ʋse of Encouragement. 3. Ʋse of Encouragement. crd n1 pp-f n1.
495 0 Dan. 2. 29. Dan. 2. 29. np1 crd crd
495 1 Dan. 8. 13. Psal. 74. 9. Dan. 8. 13. Psalm 74. 9. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd
498 0 1 Pet. 1. 10, 11. 1 Pet. 1. 10, 11. crd np1 crd crd, crd
512 0 Ester 6. 13. Ester 6. 13. np1 crd crd
537 0 Dan. 2. 24. Dan. 7. 22. Revel. 11. 15. Dan. 2. 24. Dan. 7. 22. Revel. 11. 15. np1 crd crd np1 crd crd vvb. crd crd