Page 13
The Second Pageant. The Temple of CONCORD. (Book 2)
A Lofty Structure is erected, supported upon four noble Pillars or Columns with all the Etableture according to the Com∣positive order. Over all is a stately Domo, compleatly adjusted in circular Figure, whereon is erected a Magnificent Cupulo, with a Golden Lyon placed in Chief, carrying a Banner of the Kings Arms.
Underneath this Dome sit four Figures richly attired in silken Habits, The first proper to the Hieroglyphich of Harmo∣ny; and the other three Theological Virtues Faith, Hope, and Charity. These thre Divine Virtues being not only the necessary Attendants of Harmony and Union; but likewise very applica∣cable to the Honourable Company for their Foundations of Reli∣gion, Learning, and Charity. These three Virtues bear three Scut∣cheons on which are inscribed their proper Mottoes.
At the four Corners of this Fabrick sit four more Figures pro∣perly habited, as Temperance, Truth, Zeal, and Constancy with sil∣ver Banners displayed, with the Kings, Cities, and Lord Mayors and Companies Arms, in all Respects suited to the Glory of the Day.