An ecclesiastical mandate from John Sharp, Archbishop of York, authorizing the induction, installation, and enthronement of Thomas Wilson as Bishop of Sodor and Man. The document confirms Wilson's nomination by the Earl of Derby (as patron), acceptance by King William III, and consecration by the Archbishop. It includes the form of installation ceremony performed on 11 April 1698 by Samuel Wattleworth, Archdeacon. The text is presented in both English and Latin versions.