& how ready a People in such a state are to catch at every word, from a man They have received such a Character of, and to make much of little Things, you would probably have forborn, /only/ on so uncertain a Report of my Principles, to say to Them, They might easily be reduced to an absurdity, tho' it was only on /condition/ supposition you had been rightly informed. -some Things which you have said have been improved to my disadvantage, both by ministers c tho' I confess without your having given Them much occasion. I conclude with asking your fervent Prayers to the God of all Light &Sc Grace for me under my great Troubles I am Honoured Sir, with much esteem Sc Respect, your son & servant, Jonathan Edwards. The Rev. Mr. Clark.