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A33925 The body of divinity, or, A confession of faith being the substance of Christianity, containing the most material things relating to matters both of faith and practice : published for the benefit and profit of all, especially those who love the Lord Jesus ... / by Thomas Collier. Collier, Thomas, fl. 1691. 1674 (1674) Wing C5268; ESTC R23929 303,320 630

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