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A67756 The hearts-index, or, Self-knowledg [sic] together with I. the wonderful change that the word and spirit do work upon the heart when a sinner is converted II. the excellency of grace above nature III. the safety and calm of such as have sued out their pardon in Christ / by R. Younge ... Younge, Richard. 1667 (1667) Wing Y160; ESTC R16696 27,579 32

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