I have given thee here but a taste of these things; and by my book but a brief reply to the errors that he by his hath divulged to the world: Ay, though many more are by me reflected than the forty thou are here presented with.
God give thee eyes to see, and an heart to shun and escape all these things that may yet come to pass, for hurt, and to stand before the Son of Man.
Thus hoping that this short taste may make Mr. Fowler ashamed, and thee receive satisfaction, touching the truth and state of this man's spirit and principles; I rest,
Thine to serve thee in the gospel of Christ,
J. BUNYAN From Prison, the 27th of the 12th Month, 1671. [27th
March, 1672]
FOOTNOTES:
1. Fowler's words, in place of, &c., are 'while he continues so (if it were possible for God to do it).'
2. Holiness is excepted!!
3. 'Recumbence,' depending upon.
4. Fowler adds, 'and not also in his power for the mortification of it.'