“Read nature; nature is a friend to truth.”
Quote by Edward Young
Work
The Works of the Rev. Dr. Edward Young
This compilation includes various essays, sermons, and poems, showcasing Young's intellectual contributions to the fields of religion and literature during his time. more
Author
Edward Young
Edward Young, a renowned English poet, was born on July 3, 1683, and died on April 5, 1765. His poetry, characterized by profound philosophical insights and a unique style, has had a lasting impact on literature. more
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Source: The Poetical Works of Milton, Young, Gray, Beattie, and Collins
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Source: The Complaint Or, Night Thoughts on Life, Death, and Immortality, to which are Added a Glossary, a Paraphrase on Part of the Book of Job, and a Poem on the Last Day
“He sins against this life, who slights the next.”
Source: Night thoughts on life death and immortality ... to which are added the life of the author and a paraphrase on part of the Book of Job
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Source: Night Thoughts, on Life, Death, and Immortality ... With the life of the author. [With plates, including a portrait.]
“The purpose firm is equal to the deed”
Source: Night thoughts on life death and immortality ... to which are added the life of the author and a paraphrase on part of the Book of Job
“The future... seems to me no unified dream but a mince pie, long in the baking, never quite done”
“The course of Nature is the art of God”
Source: Night thoughts on life death and immortality ... to which are added the life of the author and a paraphrase on part of the Book of Job
“Truth never was indebted to a lie”
Source: Night thoughts on life death and immortality ... to which are added the life of the author and a paraphrase on part of the Book of Job
“Revere thyself, and yet thyself despise”
Source: Night thoughts on life death and immortality ... to which are added the life of the author and a paraphrase on part of the Book of Job