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CHAP. 13.

Ver. 1. LEt every Soul be subject unto the Higher Powers: For there is no Power, but of GOD, the Powers that be, are Ordained of GOD.

2. Whosoever therefore Resisteth the Power, Resisteth the Ordinance of GOD, and they that Resist, shall receive to them∣selves Damnation.

3. For Rulers are not a Terrour to good Works, but to the evil; Wilt thou then not be afraid of the Power? Do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same.

4. For he is the Minister of GOD to thee, for good: But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid, for he beareth not the Sword in vain: for he is the Minister of GOD; a revenger, to execute Wrath upon him that doeth evil.

5. Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for Wrath, but also for Con∣science sake.

6. For, for this cause pay you Tribute also, for they be Gods Ministers, atten∣ding continually upon this very thing.

7. Render therefore to all their Dues, Tribute to whom Tribute is due; Custom to whom Custom; Fear to whom Fear; Honour to whom Honour.