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Posted on February 27, 2024February 26, 2024

Prayer (I) by George Herbert

One of the most powerful pictures of prayer in poetry comes from George Herbert's stunning poem "Prayer (I)." Herbert (1593-1633) was a poet, preacher, and pastor in the Church of England, serving as the rector of the parish of St. Andrews Church, Lower Bemerton. Today is designated as a feast day commemorating George Herbert and …

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