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OR, The various Methods of GOD in Ordering and Over-ruling the Actions of Wicked Men and Devils to great and glorious Purposes. 或，论神在安排和统管恶人与魔鬼的行为以成就伟大荣耀旨意的各样方法。
With the Vindication of his Holiness therein. 并由此为祂的圣洁辩护。
“The Great Mystery of Providence” by George Gifford, a theologian and preacher from the late 16th and early 17th centuries, is a profound treatise that delves into the relationship between divine providence and human affairs. 《护理的大奥秘》由乔治·吉福德（George Gifford）所著，他是一位十六世纪末至十七世纪初的神学家和传道人，这是一部深刻的论著，深入探讨神圣护理与人类事务之间的关系。
Gifford explains the theological concepts surrounding God’s sovereign control over all events, including human sin and suffering. 吉福德阐释了围绕神对所有事件的主权掌管的神学概念，包括人的罪恶和苦难。
In this book, Gifford explores the idea that God’s providence governs not only the virtuous and righteous aspects of life but also the sins and transgressions of wicked men. 在本书中，吉福德探讨了这样一个观念：神的护理不仅治理生命中美善和公义的方面，也治理恶人的罪恶和过犯。
He argues that God’s overarching plan extends to even the darkest and most malevolent actions of humanity. 他论证说，神的全盘计划甚至延伸到人类最黑暗和最恶毒的行为。
Gifford presents a compelling case that divine providence does not excuse or diminish the culpability of sinful deeds but rather demonstrates God’s ability to bring about His ultimate purpose through human actions, both good and evil. 吉福德提出了一个令人信服的论证，即神圣护理并不宽恕或减轻罪恶行为的罪责，而是彰显神通过人类的行为——无论善恶——成就祂终极旨意的能力。
Throughout the text, Gifford provides numerous examples and biblical references to illustrate his points, drawing from several events in the Bible to highlight how God’s providential hand has worked in history. 在整部作品中，吉福德提供了众多例证和圣经引用来阐明他的观点，从圣经中的多个事件汲取内容，以凸显神护理的手如何在历史中作工。
He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging God’s role in all circumstances, even those that appear to be the result of human negligence or malice. 他强调承认神在所有环境中的角色的重要性，即使是那些看似由人的疏忽或恶意所导致的情况。
Gifford’s work also emphasizes the significance of prayer, repentance, and living virtuously in response to God’s providential plan. 吉福德的作品也强调祷告、悔改和过敬虔生活以回应神护理计划的重要意义。
He encourages readers to turn to God in times of trouble, demonstrating how faith and devotion can help individuals navigate the challenges and adversities of life. 他鼓励读者在困难时转向神，展示信心和敬虔如何能帮助个人应对生活的挑战和逆境。
“The Great Mystery of Providence” serves as a thought-provoking and spiritually enriching exploration of a timeless theological question: How does God’s providence intersect with the actions and choices of humanity? 《护理的大奥秘》作为对一个永恒神学问题发人深省且在灵性上丰富的探索：神的护理如何与人类的行为和选择相交汇？
Gifford’s deep theological insights, and reliance on biblical wisdom make this book a classic work in Christian literature, offering readers a profound understanding of God’s providential workings in the world. 吉福德深邃的神学洞见和对圣经智慧的依赖使这本书成为基督教文学中的经典作品，为读者提供了对神在世界中护理作为的深刻理解。
Table of Contents 目录
To the Reader 致读者
The Great Mystery of Providence 护理的大奥秘
SECTION II: How far the holy and wise God does or may concur in the evil actions of sinful Men 第二部分：圣洁智慧的神在多大程度上参与或可能参与有罪之人的恶行
SECTION III: God Almighty can make good use of the sinful actions of wicked Men 第三部分：全能的神能够善用恶人的罪恶行为
SECTION IV: Application 第四部分：应用
SECTION V: the only true way to secure ourselves from harm by wicked men, is, to make our Peace with God 第五部分：保护我们自己免受恶人伤害的唯一真正途径，就是与神和好