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A85443 Zerubbabels encouragement to finish the temple. A sermon preached before the honourable House of Commons, at their late solemne fast, Apr. 27. 1642. By Tho. Goodwin, B.D. Published by order from that House. Goodwin, Thomas, 1600-1680.; England and Wales. Parliament. House of Commons. 1642 (1642) Wing G1268; Thomason E147_13; ESTC R1423 34,286 63

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