An Inscription.
Shepherd, or Huntsman, or worn Mariner, Whate'er thou art, who wouldst allay thy thirst, Drink and be glad. This cistern of white stone, Arch'd, and o'erwrought with many a sacred verse, This iron cup chain'd for the general use, And these rude seats of earth within the grove, Were giv'n by FATIMA. Borne hence a bride, 'Twas here she turn'd from her beloved sire, To see his face no more. [1] Oh, if thou canst, ('Tis not far off) visit his tomb with flowers; And may some pious hand with water fill The two small cells scoop'd in the marble there, That birds may come and drink upon his grave, Making it holy! [2] ---------
AI analysis available. Enable JavaScript to interact.
About this line
"Shepherd, or Huntsman, or worn Mariner,..."
This evocative piece by Samuel Rogers, titled "An Inscription.", represents a masterful exploration of classic. The lines capture a profound emotional resonance... ### Why We Love This Line At Linespedia, we believe that poetry is the ultimate sanctuary for the soul...