From Bayly: In a word; apply all that thou readest in holy Scripture, to one of these two heads chiefly; either to confirm thy faith, or to increase thy repentance: for, as sustine et abstine*, bear and forbear, was the epitome of a good philosopher’s life**; so crede et resipisce***, believe and repent, is the … Continue reading Morning Piety: How A Private Man Must Begin the Morning with Piety – Brief Directions how to Read the Holy Scriptures Once Every Year Over with Ease, Profit, and Reverence – Application or Excuses