A brief account of Mr. Valentine Greatrak's : and divers of the strange cures by him lately performed / written by himself in a letter addressed to the honourable Robert Boyle. Whereunto are annexed, the testimonials of Robert Boyle, Bishop Wilkins, Bishop Patrick, Dr. Cudworth, Dr. Whichcot, and many other persons of distinction; concerning the chief matters of fact therein related.

  • Valentine Greatrakes
Date:
1723
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Credit: A brief account of Mr. Valentine Greatrak's : and divers of the strange cures by him lately performed / written by himself in a letter addressed to the honourable Robert Boyle. Whereunto are annexed, the testimonials of Robert Boyle, Bishop Wilkins, Bishop Patrick, Dr. Cudworth, Dr. Whichcot, and many other persons of distinction; concerning the chief matters of fact therein related. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    Cover, Pretence, or Colour •, and, I hope, the Di¬ vine Goodnefs will, in great Mercy, over-look my Failings and Imperfe&ions} and, of his own Grace, regard the Simplicity and Integrity of my Heart, which rejoiceth in nothing more, than in doing of Good, and employing my felt, as God fhall enable me, in helping Perfonsin Mifery } to¬ wards whom, 1 find in my felf tendernefs of Mind, a hearty Companion, and a ready Difpolition to try the utmoft of my Endeavours for their Eafe and Relief} in which Service, as I have my Recom- pence, fo in the good EfFe&s of it, my Satisfa&ion : judging it better than my being in the World, to be inftrumental for goQd, and to be ferviceable to Mankind. I fhall add no more, but my hearty Prayers for your Eternal Happinefs, who am faith¬ fully devoted, Molt Honoured and May 5- t666. Worthy Sir, Your molt affe&ionate and humble Servant Valent FINIS.
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