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man went before a strange god,--The god of many men, sadly wise.And the deity thundered loudly,Fat with rage, and puffing,"Kneel, mortal, and cringe"And grovel and do homage"To my particularly sublime majesty."
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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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