John Bartlett (1820–1905). Familiar Quotations, 10th ed. 1919.
John Pomfret 1667-1703 John Bartlett
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| We bear it calmly, though a ponderous woe, And still adore the hand that gives the blow. 1 |
| Verses to his Friend under Affliction. |
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| Heaven is not always angry when he strikes, But most chastises those whom most he likes. |
| Verses to his Friend under Affliction. |
| Note 1. See Dryden, Quotation 97. [back] |