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B02151 The Christian's daily practice of piety: or, Holy walking with God. As also, Scripture rules to be observed in buying and selling. Very useful for all sort of people that desires to make conscience of their ways here, and to fit themselves for their great account hereafter. R. A. (Richard Alleine), 1611-1681. 1698 (1698) Wing C3954A; ESTC R173846 11,097 27

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