George Herbert was a Welsh poet, orator and Anglican priest. Being born into an artistic and wealthy family, he received a good education which led to his holding prominent positions at Cambridge University and Parliament. As a student at Trinity College, Cambridge, England, George Herbert excelled in languages and music. He went to college with the intention of becoming a priest, but his scholarship attracted the attention of King James I/VI. Herbert served in parliament for two years. public orator and poet
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A wise man cares not for what he cannot have. Go to Quote / Comment
Time is the rider that breaks youth. Go to Quote / Comment
Lord, with what care hast Thou begirt us round! Parents first season us; then schoolmasters... Go to Quote / Comment
Death, thou wast once an uncouth hideous thing, Nothing but bones,... Go to Quote / Comment
that repose And peace, which everywhere With so much earnestness you do pursue, Is only there. Go to Quote / Comment