“A perfect counterpoise, for what quantity soever of water.
“A perfect countervail, for what height soever it is to be brought unto.
“A primum mobile, commanding both height and quantity, regulator-wise.
“A vicegerent, or countervail, supplying the place, and performing the full force of man, wind, beast, or mill.
“A helm, or stern, with bit and reins, wherewith any child may guide, order, and control the whole operation.
“A particular magazine for water, according to the intended quantity or height of water.
“An aqueduct, capable of any intended quantity or height of water.
“A place for the original fountain, or river, to run into, and naturally, of its own accord, incorporate itself with the rising water, and at the very bottom of the aqueduct, though never so big or high.
“By Divine Providence and heavenly inspiration, this is my stupendous water-commanding engine, boundless for height and quantity.
“Whosoever is master of weight, is master of force; whosoever is master of water, is master of both; and, consequently, to him all forcible actions and achievements are easy.”