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Easter Wings by George Herbert

By George Herbert

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Lord, who createdst man in wealth and store, Though foolishly he lost the same, Decaying more and more, Till he became Most poor: With thee O let me rise As larks, harmoniously, And sing this day thy victories: Then shall the fall further the flight in me. My tender age in sorrow did begin:

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"Lord, who createdst man in wealth and store,..."

"Easter Wings" by George Herbert is a sad and inspirational english poem consisting of 21 lines. This English poem by George Herbert demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "Lord, who createdst man in wealth and store, Though foolishly he lost the same,...", this piece explores themes of sad and inspirational through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. George Herbert's celebrated body of poetry continues to inspire readers across generations and cultures, and this particular work stands as a powerful example of their artistic vision.

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About George Herbert

George Herbert (1593–1633) was an English metaphysical poet and Anglican priest whose "The Temple" (1633) is one of the greatest collections of devotional poetry in English. Poems like "The Collar," "Easter Wings," and "Love (III)" explore the soul's relationship with God.

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