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B08429 The helmet of hope, distinguished from the hope of hypocrites. And published to prevent the danger of false hope, and to promote the duty of living in true hope of glory. With an appendix of the grounds of hope, collected in a catalog of promises and experiences. / By A.B. ... Barnett, Andrew, 17th cent. 1694 (1694) Wing B875BA; ESTC R172272 76,414 184

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