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Top 4 John Pomfret Quotes

English poet

John Pomfret (1667 – 1702) was an English poet and clergyman.

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We live and learn, but not the wiser grow.

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Heaven is not always angry when he strikes,
But most chastises those whom most he likes.

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We bear it calmly, though a ponderous woe,
And still adore the hand that gives the blow.

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Wine whets the wit, improves its native force…

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