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...concerning the two persons, Likely referring to the relationship between the Divine and Human natures of Christ, or the relationship between God and the individual soul. wherein He clearly depicts them with their two kingdoms—as if through Himself, without any gloss—so that henceforth the words within are pure spirit and life, just as everything lives and moves externally in heaven and on earth. These two kingdoms are also incorporated into this book, with everything they possess in Jesus Christ, original: "Jesu Christo" thus enclosed within His worthy humanity, humanity original: "Menschheit"; in this mystical context, it refers to the state of being human as a vessel for the divine. both spiritually and physically, with nothing excepted that does not find its ultimate fulfillment original: "Endtschafft," implying a final goal or consummation. in Him.
Therefore, we should rightly rejoice and be glad in God, being thankful for such grace as He has shown us in His dear Son; for the Fatherly essence is thus abundantly revealed to us poor little creatures, original: "Creatürlein"; the use of the diminutive suggests a tone of profound humility before the Creator. without the interference of human delusion, through which we are forever certainly assured in Christ. To Him be honor and praise from eternity to eternity, Amen.
A decorative woodcut ornament in the center of the lower half of the page. It features an ornate strapwork frame with symmetrical scrolls. In the center is a grotesque mask or bearded face with foliage-like features, common in Renaissance and Mannerist printing.