478. Epigram on a Suicide
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ARTH’D up, here lies an imp o’ hell, Planted by Satan’s dibble;Poor silly wretch, he’s damned himsel’, To save the Lord the trouble.
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— William Blake
Does the Eagle know what is in the pit?
Or wilt thou go ask the Mole:
Can Wisdom be put in a silver rod?
Or Love in a golden bowl?
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