Selected quad for the lemma: scripture_n
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A45138
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The middle-way in one paper of election & redemption, with indifferency between the Arminian & Calvinist / by Jo. H.
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Humfrey, John, 1621-1719.
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Wing H3689; ESTC R20384
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