“Count not fowre except you have them in a wallett.”
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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“Cover your selfe with your shield, and care not for cryes.”
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“Covetousnesse breaks the bag.”
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“Craft against craft makes no living.”
Source: The Complete Works of George Herbert: And The Satires and Psalms of Bishop Hall
“Cruelty is more cruell, if we defer the pain.”
Source: The Complete Works of George Herbert: Prose
“Curtesie on one side only lasts not long.”
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“Dally not with mony or women. [Dally not with money or women.]”
“Danger it selfe the best remedy for danger.”
Source: The poetical works of George Herbert
“Discreet women have neither eyes nor eares. [Discreet women have neither eyes nor ears.]”