Chapter XXXII

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From this reading [Sidenote: _The ground of many vain observations._] 1.

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From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

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From this reading [Sidenote: _The Emblem of superstition._] 2.

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

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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

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a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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feelings of excessive pride

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

the process of giving careful thought to something

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

disposed to believe on little evidence

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

travel across or pass over

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

money collected under a tariff

From this reading Compendiously of many questionable Customs, Opinions, Pictures, Practices, and Popular Observations.

a digital tape recording of sound

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

plural of “desire” — the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

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From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

special design or visual object representing a quality, type, group, etc.

From this reading [Sidenote: _The Emblem of superstition._] 2.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

at any time

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

plural of “expectation” — belief about (or mental picture of) the future

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

communicated in words

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

past form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

experiencing or showing fear

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

plural of “fear” — an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

Not allowed; banned or prohibited by rule or law.

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

plural of “fortune” — an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that causes an event to result one way rather than another

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

alert carnivorous mammal with pointed muzzle and ears and a bushy tail; most are predators that do not hunt in packs

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

yet to be or coming

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading [Sidenote: _The ground of many vain observations._] 1.

swift timid long-eared mammal larger than a rabbit having a divided upper lip and long hind legs; young born furred and with open eyes

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

the worship of idols; the worship of physical objects or images as gods

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

pretending to be another person

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

plural of “impression” — a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

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

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

plural of “jew” — a person belonging to the worldwide group claiming descent from Jacob (or converted to it) and connected by cultural or religious ties

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Orion and Columba

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

Spanish philosopher considered the greatest Jewish scholar of the Middle Ages who codified Jewish law in the Talmud (1135-1204)

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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 Compendiously of many questionable Customs, Opinions, Pictures, Practices, and Popular Observations.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

(Old Testament) the Hebrew prophet who led the Israelites from Egypt across the Red sea on a journey known as the Exodus; Moses received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

not any; not one

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

plural of “observation” — the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading Compendiously of many questionable Customs, Opinions, Pictures, Practices, and Popular Observations.

a person who becomes aware (of things or events) through the senses

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Compendiously of many questionable Customs, Opinions, Pictures, Practices, and Popular Observations.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

plural of “opinion” — a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

From this reading Compendiously of many questionable Customs, Opinions, Pictures, Practices, and Popular Observations.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

full of difficulty or confusion or bewilderment

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

plural of “picture” — a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface

From this reading Compendiously of many questionable Customs, Opinions, Pictures, Practices, and Popular Observations.

regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public

From this reading Compendiously of many questionable Customs, Opinions, Pictures, Practices, and Popular Observations.

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From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

plural of “practice” — a customary way of operation or behavior

From this reading Compendiously of many questionable Customs, Opinions, Pictures, Practices, and Popular Observations.

past form of “presage” — indicate, as with a sign or an omen

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

excluded from use or mention

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

subject to question

From this reading Compendiously of many questionable Customs, Opinions, Pictures, Practices, and Popular Observations.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

inflected form of “refer” — make reference to

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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From this reading [Sidenote: _The ground of many vain observations._] 1.

plural of “sign” — a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

estrangement from god

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

a silvery malleable metallic element that resists corrosion; used in many alloys and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion; obtained chiefly from cassiterite where it occurs as tin oxide

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

coming after or following

From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

an irrational belief arising from ignorance or fear

From this reading [Sidenote: _The Emblem of superstition._] 2.

showing ignorance of the laws of nature and faith in magic or chance

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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

From this reading [Sidenote: _The ground of many vain observations._] 1.

in or at that place or location

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

a special situation

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

a set with 3 times 20 members

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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From this reading 18.]; which notwithstanding sometimes succeeding, according to fears or desires, have left impressions and timerous expectations in credulous minds for ever.

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

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

an old word for “to”

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

From this reading [Sidenote: _The ground of many vain observations._] 1.

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

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

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

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.

a late time of life

From this reading If an Hare cross the high way, there are few above threescore years that are not perplexed thereat: which notwithstanding is but an Augurial terror, according to that received expression, _Inauspicatum dat iter oblatus Lepus._ And the ground of the conceit was probably no greater than this, that a fearful animal passing by us, portended unto us some thing to be feared: as upon the like consideration, the meeting of a Fox presaged some future imposture; which was a superstitious observation prohibited unto the _Jews_, as is expressed in the Idolatry of _Maimonides_, and is referred unto the sin of an observer of Fortunes, or one that abuseth events unto good or bad signs; forbidden by the Law of _Moses_[SN: Deut.