A brief exposition with practical observations upon the whole book of Ecclesiastes by that…A briefe exposition with practicall observations upon the whole book of Ecclesiastes by that…

The two former Admonitions in the verses next aforegoing Solomon amplifieth, First, By a motive to the taking hold of them, taken from the goodness thereof. Secondly, By the means whereby we may perform what is required, and eschew the evils dehorted from: and that means is the fear of God. Thirdly, By an argument from the strength and supportance, which this wisdom bringeth to a wise man, above great friends, verse 19.

THe two former Admonitions in the verses next aforegoing Solomon amplifieth, First, By a motive to the taking hold of them, taken from the goodnesse thereof. Secondly, By the meanes whereby we may performe what is required, and eschew the evils dehorted from: and that meanes is the feare of God. Thirdly, By an argument from the strength and supportance, which this wisdome bringeth to a wise man, above great friends, verse 19.

Doctr. 1. It is a good thing to take hold of such admonitions as may keep us from excess either of righteousness or wickedness, or from overmuch either righteousness or wickedness. To take hold, which is done, First, By Faith, both 1. In the word, else it profitteth not, Heb. 4.2. 2. In the Lord, to help us by his strength, both of power, wisdom, and grace, Isai. 27.5. Secondly, By hearty affection, as a precious treasure, Psal. 119.11. Thirdly, By caution and circumspection. Here to take heed, is to take hold, Acts 16.14. Heb. 2.1. wanting in Jehu, 2 Kings 10 31. Fourthly, By practise, so the word is taken, Prov. 2.19. It is good not to be over-righteous, First, To prevent the evil of desolation threatened, verse 16. Desolation signifieth, 1. Solitude left to a solitary condition, 2. Confusion, (as