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A11762 Canons and constitutions ecclesiasticall gathered and put in forme, for the governament of the Church of Scotland. Ratified and approved by his Majesties royall warrand, and ordained to be observed by the clergie, and all others whom they concerne. Published by authoritie. Episcopal Church in Scotland.; Baron, Robert, 1593?-1639. 1636 (1636) STC 22055; ESTC S116979 16,357 44

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