THE FIRST BOOK

of Francis Bacon; on the
proficiency and advancement of
Learning, divine and human.

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Under the Law original: "vnder the Lawe"; a reference to the Mosaic Law in the Old Testament (excellent King), there were both daily sacrifices and freewill offerings. The first proceeded from regular observance; the second from a devout cheerfulness. In the same way, there belongs to Kings from their servants both a tribute of duty and presents of affection. Regarding the first of these, I hope I shall not live to be found wanting, according to my most humble duty and the good pleasure of your Majesty's employments. For the second, I thought it more respectful original: "reſpectiue" to choose a gift oblation an offering or gift, often of a religious or formal nature which might refer to the particular nature original: "proprietie" and excellence of your individual person, rather than to the business of your Crown and State.

Therefore, bringing your Majesty many times to my mind, and beholding you not with