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Song To Celia - II by Ben Jonson — Inspirational Poetry Lines

By Ben Jonson

Topics: motivational-lines, romantic-poetry

Drink to me only with thine eyes, And I will pledge with mine; Or leave a kiss but in the cup, And I'll not look for wine. The thirst that from the soul doth rise Doth ask a drink divine; But might I of Jove's nectar sup, I would not change for thine. I sent thee late a rosy wreath, Not so much honouring thee As giving it a hope, that there

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"Drink to me only with thine eyes,..."

"Song To Celia - II" by Ben Jonson is a inspirational and romantic english poem consisting of 17 lines. This English poem by Ben Jonson demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "Drink to me only with thine eyes, And I will pledge with mine;...", this piece explores themes of inspirational and romantic through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Ben Jonson'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.

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Ben Jonson (1572–1637) was an English poet, playwright, and critic who became the de facto Poet Laureate. His poems include "Drink to Me Only with Thine Eyes" and "To Penshurst," and his masques and comedies made him one of the most important literary figures of the Jacobean era.

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