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Read the poem About the Poet George Herbert (1593-1633) was an English poet and priest. He is best known for his religious poetry, which explores themes of faith, love, and devotion to God. Herbert’s poetry is characterized by its intricate wordplay, metaphysical elements, and spiritual depth. His most famous work is “The Temple,” a collection… Read More »Man by George Herbert summary and analysis

My God, I heard this dayThat none doth build a stately habitationBut he that means to dwell therein.What house more stately hath there been,Or can be, than is man, to whose creationAll things are in decay? For man is ev’ry thing,And more: he is a tree, yet bears more fruit;A beast, yet is, or should… Read More »Man by George Herbert

Read the poem About the poet Katherine Philips (1631–1664), also known as “The Matchless Orinda,” was an English poet and translator. She was born Katherine Fowler in London and married James Philips in 1654. Philips was well-known for her participation in literary circles and her poetic contributions during the 17th century. One of her notable… Read More »To My Excellent Lucasia, on Our Friendship by KATHERINE PHILIPS summary

Read the poem About the poet George Herbert was an influential English poet, orator, and priest of the Church of England, associated with the metaphysical poets. Despite initially intending to become a priest, he served as the University’s Public Orator, gaining recognition from King James I. Herbert’s poetry, celebrated for its metaphysical depth, inventive language,… Read More »The Windows by George Herbert summary & Analysis

Lord, how can man preach thy eternal word?He is a brittle crazy glass;Yet in thy temple thou dost him affordThis glorious and transcendent place,To be a window, through thy grace. But when thou dost anneal in glass thy story,Making thy life to shine withinThe holy preachers, then the light and gloryMore reverend grows, and more… Read More »The Windows by George Herbert

Read the poem About the author Lady Mary Wroth holds a significant place in English Renaissance literature. Born into a notable literary family on October 18, 1587, as Mary Sidney, she became Lady Mary Wroth upon her marriage. Her family connections were indeed impressive; being the niece of Mary Herbert (Countess of Pembroke) and Sir… Read More »In this Strange Labyrinth by Mary Wroth summary and analysis