NEW CUS. So did they truly, I confess it indeed; But in such things a man ought not to take so great heed, For the wearing of a gown, cap, or any other garment, Surely is a matter, as me-seemeth, indifferent, Howbeit, wise princes, for a difference to be had, Hath commanded the clergy in such sort to be clad; But he who puts his religion in wearing the thing, Or thinks himself more holy for the contrary doing, Shall prove but a fool, of whatever condition He be, for sure that is but mere superstition. Other things there be, which have been abused, Tolerable enough, if well they were used: Wherefore use your apparel, as is comely and decent, And not against scripture anywhere in my judgment. L. OF GOSPEL. No, sure: for God weigheth not (who is a sprite) Of any vesture or outward appearance a mite, So the conscience be pure, and to no sin a slave: That is all which he most gladly would have. NEW CUS. Well, these having declared and sufficiently taught, And, I trust, on your part perceived as they ought: By your patience, I mind to depart for a season. L. OF GOSPEL. If your business be so, it is but reason. NEW CUS. With great thanks unto you, Light of the Gospel, for the gentleness I have found, At your hands, as of due desert I am bound. L. OF GOSPEL. The Lord be your guide, whither-soever you depart. PERV. DOC. Humble thanks, sir, I yield you from the bottom of my heart. Albeit in this part so small be my skill, That I may not perform them according to my will. NEW CUS. The peace of God be with you both for evermore. [_Exit._ EDIFICATION _entereth_. Wheresoever Light of the Gospel goeth before, There I, Edification, do follow incontinent, As unto the same a necessary consequent: For though the letter always work not that effect, Yet surely in the congregation of God's elect, Where the light and force taketh place, there Edification Of all right must I make my habitation. Endeavour then always me to retain, So shall your doctrine not be given in vain. PERV. DOC. I receive you most gladly, and I trust in the Lord, That for ever hereafter we shall well accord. EDIFICATION. I trust so. L. OF GOSPEL. Fare you well, now you are not alone, For this small while I must needs be gone. Here, take at my hands this Testament-book, And in mine absence therein I pray you earnestly look. PERV. DOC. Your commandment shall be done, with thanks for your counsel. L. OF GOSPEL. Then shall ye sure find great delight in the gospel. [_Exit._ ASSURANCE _entereth_.