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A49459 The chief interest of man, or, A discourse of religion, clearly demonstrating the equity of the precepts of the Gospel, and how much the due observance thereof doth conduce to the happiness and well-being as well of humane societies as of particular persons by H. Lukin. Lukin, H. (Henry), 1628-1719. 1665 (1665) Wing L3473; ESTC R125 65,780 204

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