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A32852 Mr. Chillingworth's judgment of the religion of Protestants of Scripture the only rule, of differences among Protestants, of using force in matters of religion &c. : with a preface to the reader giving the reason of publishing these passages.; Religion of Protestants a safe way to salvation. Selections Chillingworth, William, 1602-1644. 1680 (1680) Wing C3886; ESTC R29216 10,359 12

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