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A10061 The laver of the heart; or Bath of sanctification Preached at Pauls Crosse the first of September last, 1615. By Gabriel Price, minister and preacher of Gods word. Price, Gabriel. 1616 (1616) STC 20306; ESTC S102929 54,546 178

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