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A93240 Divine cordials: delivered in ten sermons, upon part of the ninth and tenth chapters of Ezra, in a time of visitation. By that godly and faithfull preacher of Gods Word, Iosiah Shute, B.D. and late rector of Mary Woolnoths in Lumbard-Street London. Published by authority. Shute, Josias, 1588-1643.; Reynoldes, William. 1644 (1644) Wing S3714; Thomason E38_7; ESTC R7756 101,687 190

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