The Human Abstract by William Blake
Pity would be no more If we did not make somebody poor, And Mercy no more could be If all were as happy as we. And mutual fear brings Peace, Till the selfish loves increase; Then Cruelty knits a snare, And spreads his baits with care. He sits down with his holy fears, And waters the ground with tears;
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"Pity would be no more..."
"The Human Abstract" by William Blake is a love and nature and spiritual english poem consisting of 29 lines. This English poem by William Blake demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "Pity would be no more If we did not make somebody poor,...", this piece explores themes of love and nature and spiritual through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. William Blake'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.