On Westwell Downes
July 6, 2023On The Life Of Man
July 6, 2023On The Picture Of Two Dolphins In A Fountayne
These dolphins twisting each on either side
For joy leapt upp, and gazing there abide;
And whereas other waters fish doe bring,
Here from the fishes doe the waters spring,
Who think it is more glorious to give
Than to receive the juice whereby they live:
And by this milk-white bason learne you may
That pure hands you should bring or beare away,
For which the bason wants no furniture,
Each dolphin wayting makes his mouth an ewer,
Your welcome then you well may understande
When fish themselves give water to your hand.
William Strode
William Strode (1600-1645) was an English poet and clergyman. He was educated at Oxford University and later became a member of the clergy. Strode's poetry often explored themes of love, nature, and religion. Some of his most famous works include "Aire and Angels," "Of His Mistress," and "On a Late Wounded Saint." Strode's work was admired by several of his contemporaries, including John Donne.