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A33454 Methodus Evangelica, or, The gospel method of Gods saving sinners by Jesus Christ practically explained in XII propositions / by Abraham Clifford ; to which is prefixed a preface by Dr. Manton, and Rich. Baxter. Clifford, Abraham.; Manton, Thomas, 1620-1677.; Baxter, Richard, 1615-1691. 1676 (1676) Wing C4701; ESTC R23890 95,942 214

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