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A68805 The principles of Christian practice Containing the institution of a Christian man, in twelve heads of doctrine: which are set downe in the next side. By Thomas Taylor D.D. and late pastor of Aldermanbury London. Perfected by himselfe before his decease. Taylor, Thomas, 1576-1632.; Jemmat, William, 1596?-1678. 1635 (1635) STC 23849; ESTC S118277 210,265 656

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