Chapter XXII

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

plural of “affection” — a positive feeling of liking

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1978

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

the historic period preceding the Middle Ages in Europe

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

agreement with a statement or proposal to do something

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

a declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary)

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

state capital of Texas on the Colorado River; site of the University of Texas

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

the power or right to give orders or make decisions

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

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From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

(Roman Catholic Church) English monk and scholar (672-735)

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

an Old Testament book consisting of a collection of love poems traditionally attributed to Solomon but actually written much later

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

express approval of

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

plural of “commentator” — an expert who observes and comments on something

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

under normal conditions

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

past form of “deliver” — deliver (a speech, oration, or idea)

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

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From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

an old form of “does”

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

any of numerous small pigeons

From this reading Of the Dove.

plural of “dove” — any of numerous small pigeons

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

plural of “egyptian” — a native or inhabitant of Egypt

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

an open sore on the back of a horse caused by ill-fitting or badly adjusted saddle

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

a mental representation of some haunting experience

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

an old form of “has”

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

of or concerning this

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

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From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

a sacred place of pilgrimage

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

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From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

free from evil or guilt

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

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From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

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From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

engage in

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

the feeling of patient, submissive humbleness

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

make reference to

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

of lesser importance or stature or rank

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

used to form the superlative

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

not any; not one

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

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From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Of the Dove.

and nothing more

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

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From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

wild and domesticated birds having a heavy body and short legs

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

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From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

rule of personal conduct

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

offensive to the mind

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

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From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29)

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

plural of “serpent” — limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

similarity in appearance or character or nature between persons or things

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading Of the Dove.

one of three equal parts of a divisible whole

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

an old word for “to”

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

the act of using

From this reading And hereof have made use not only Minor Divines, but _Cyprian_, _Austin_, _Isidore_, _Beda_, _Rupertus_, _Jansenius_, and many more.

precisely as stated

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

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From this reading Whereto notwithstanding we know not how to assent, it being repugnant unto the Authority and positive determination of ancient Philosophy.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The third assertion is somewhat like the second, that a Dove or Pigeon hath no gall; which is affirmed from very great antiquity; for as _Pierius_ observeth, from this consideration the Egyptians did make it the Hieroglyphick of Meekness.

which person or people

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.

plural of “writer” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading It hath been averred by many holy Writers, commonly delivered by _Postillers_ and _Commentators_, who from the frequent mention of the Dove in the _Canticles_, the precept of our Saviour, to be wise as Serpents, and innocent as Doves: and especially the appearance of the Holy Ghost in the similitude of this Animal, have taken occasion to set down many affections of the Dove, and what doth most commend it, is, that it hath no gall.