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A19308 A religious inquisition: or, A short scrutinie after religion Wherein the large cope of true religion is narrowly inquired. By Iohn Cope, of Grayes-Inne, Esquire. Cope, John, of Gray's Inn. 1629 (1629) STC 5722; ESTC S118371 36,759 136

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