...falsehood which has been reported of me : and I shall make it my endeavour to preserve this government, both in church and state, as it is now by law established....I know the principles of the church of England are favourable to monarchy ; and the members of it have shown themselves good and loyal subjects ; therefore...

...in his first address to the Council, on his accession, he made use of those memorable words : — " I know the Principles of the Church of England are for monarchy, and therefore shall always take care to defend and support it." While he retained this opinion of its loyalty,...