Diary of Ralph Josselin (Private Collection)

14.9.1664 (Wednesday 14 September 1664)

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Sept. 14. was the Bishops of Londons primary visitation 1664 where I having committed myself to god appeared, and through mercy met with no rubs, but my path clear so that I hope I may serve my Master with freedom a while longer, till I see those wonderful revolutions. Mr Smith a nonsubscriber was threatened by the Bishop to be made an example: bless my god oh soul