priests, that “a distinction be observed between ministers and secular persons, and that proper reverence be paid the priestly estate.” The Introduction of the Interim gives the assurance that the Lutherans would obey the Emperor and be found disposed toward peace and unity. The Conclusion adds the humble promise: “In all other articles we are ready … in a friendly and submissive manner to confer with Your Beloved and Princely Graces, and to settle our differences in a Christian way.” (C R. 7, 258. Jacobs,