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B05826 A practical discourse of the sin against the Holy Ghost: shewing plainly, I. What it is. II. How any person may certainly know, whether he has been guilty of it. : Designed to bring incouragement to the faithful penitent, tranquility of mind to the obedient, joys to them that love; and the returning sinner from desperation. Sharp, John, 1645-1714. 1695 (1695) Wing S3007AA; ESTC R233296 26,766 101

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