How can a bird that is born for joy Sit in a cage and sing? - William Blake

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How can a bird that is born for joy
Sit in a cage and sing?

William Blake

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William Blake (November 28 1757 – August 12 1827) was an English poet, Christian mystic, painter, printmaker, and engraver.

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Alternative Names: W. Blake • Uil'iam Bleik • Blake

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And is he honest who resists his genius or conscience only for the sake of present ease or gratification

I am not a God afar off, I am a brother and friend;
Within your bosoms I reside, and you reside in me:
Lo! we are One; forgiving all Evil; Not seeking recompense!

If the Sun and Moon should ever doubt, they'd immediately go out.

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