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A96884 The cause use cure of feare. Or, strong consolations (the consolations of God) cordiall at all times, but most comfortable now in these uncomfortable times, to fixe, quiet, and stablish the heart, though the earth shake, and make it stand stil, to see the salvation of the Lord. Taken from Gods mouth, and penned by Hezekiah VVoodward, that all his servants may have assured confidence for ever. Woodward, Ezekias, 1590-1675. 1643 (1643) Wing W3481; Thomason E90_23; ESTC R1487 71,096 87

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