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01c. 1713 AD

Just men, by whom impartial laws were given; And saints who taught and led the way to heaven.

Thomas Tickell / quote

02c. 1713 AD

Nor e'er was to the bowers of bliss conveyed A fairer spirit or more welcome shade.

Thomas Tickell / quote

03c. 1713 AD

There taught us how to live; and (oh, too high The price for knowledge!) taught us how to die.

Thomas Tickell / quote

04c. 1713 AD

The sweetest garland to the sweetest maid.

Thomas Tickell / quote

05c. 1713 AD

I hear a voice you cannot hear, Which says I must not stay; I see a hand you cannot see, Which beckons me away.

Thomas Tickell / quote