“One paire of eares drawes dry an hundred tongues.”
Quote by George Herbert
Work
The Complete Works of George Herbert: Prose
This volume includes a selection of George Herbert's prose works, showcasing his diverse range of writing styles and themes. more
Author
George Herbert
George Herbert, a renowned English poet, was born on April 3, 1593, and died on March 1, 1633. Known for his religious poetry, Herbert's works blend personal faith with profound philosophy, exerting a profound influence on poetry in the postmodern era. more
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Source: The poetical works of George Herbert [and The synagogue, by C. Harvey.]. With life, critical diss., and notes, by G. Gilfillan
“One sound blow will serve to undo us all.”
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“One stroke fells not an oke.”
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“Our owne actions are our security, not others judgements.”
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“Paines to get, care to keep, feare to lose.”
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“Pardons and pleasantnesse are great revenges of slanders.”
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“Parsons are soules waggoners.”
Source: The Complete Works of George Herbert: Prose
“Pension never inriched young man. [Pension never enriched a young man.]”