“The thorne comes forth with the point forwards.”
Quote by George Herbert
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The Remains of that Sweet Singer of The Temple, George Herbert ...
This book is a compilation of poems by the 17th-century English poet George Herbert, known for his introspective and devotional verse. The collection delves into the complexities of faith, religious experience, and the human condition, reflecting Herbert's deep spiritual journey. more
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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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“The tongue is not steele, yet it cuts. [The tongue is not steel yet it cuts.]”
“The tongue talkes at the heads cost.”
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“The tongue walkes where the teeth speede not.”
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“The tooth-ach is more ease then to deale with ill people.”
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“The tree that God plants, no winde hurts it.”
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“The tree that growes slowly, keepes it selfe for another.”
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“The vertue of a coward is suspition.”
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