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A60655 A spiritual prospective glass Through which the rulers and people of England, may plainly see those things which concerns their peace. Being a manifestation from the Spirit of God, in love to all people. By one that desires the prosperity of truth, and the peace of the nation. W.Smith. Smith, William, d. 1673. 1670 (1670) Wing S4333; ESTC R216948 15,398 21

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