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Psalm 144 part 3 by Isaac Watts

By Isaac Watts

Topics: spiritual-poetry

v.12-15 L. M. Grace above riches; or, The happy nation. Happy the city where their sons, Like pillars round a palace set, And daughters, bright as polished stones, Give strength and beauty to the state. Happy the country where the sheep, Cattle, and corn, have large increase; Where men securely work or sleep,

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"Psalm 144 part 3" by Isaac Watts is a spiritual english poem consisting of 18 lines. This English poem by Isaac Watts demonstrates the timeless power of verse to capture complex human emotions. Beginning with "v.12-15 L. M....", this piece explores themes of spiritual through vivid imagery and emotional resonance. The work invites contemplation on the deeper currents of life, love, and the human condition. Isaac Watts'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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Isaac Watts (1674–1748) was an English hymnodist, theologian, and poet who wrote over 750 hymns, including "Joy to the World," "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross," and "O God, Our Help in Ages Past." He is called the "Father of English Hymnody."

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