[285] Remedy.
[286] Adapted to each other.
[287] Injures or impairs.
[288] A thing suspected.
[289] He probably alludes to Jeremiah vi. 16: “Thus saith the Lord, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls.”
[290] That is, by means of good management.
[291] It is supposed that he here alludes to Sir Amyas Paulet, a very able statesman, and the ambassador of Queen Elizabeth to the court of France.
[292] Quotations.
[293] Apologies.
[294] Boasting.