Retirement by William Cowper
Far from the world, O Lord, I flee, From strife and tumult far; From scenes where Satan wages still His most successful war. The calm retreat, the silent shade, With prayer and praise agree; And seem, by Thy sweet bounty made, For those who follow Thee. There if Thy Spirit touch the soul, And grace her mean abode,
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"Far from the world, O Lord, I flee,..."
"Retirement" by William Cowper is a love and deep and spiritual english poem consisting of 29 lines. This English poem by William Cowper demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "Far from the world, O Lord, I flee, From strife and tumult far;...", this piece explores themes of love and deep and spiritual through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. William Cowper'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.