all the Congregation] The greater number are most out of order.
stone them] It is the condition of them who would perswade in Gods cause to be persecuted by the multitude; who through ignorance, inconsideration, and unruly passions, (wherein they are examples, and incitements to each other) mistake good men, and good meanings to the danger of their lives, for whose safetie they should sacrifice their owne.
the glory of the Lord] A bright cloud appeared, signifying the especiall presence of the Lord.