But always think the last opinion right. - Alexander Pope

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But always think the last opinion right.

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About Alexander Pope

Alexander Pope (21 May 1688 – 30 May 1744) was a poet and satirist of the Augustan period and one of its greatest artistic exponents. Considered the foremost English poet of the early 18th century and a master of the heroic couplet, he is best known for satirical and discursive poetry.

Biography information from Wikiquote · Portrait adapted from Wikimedia Commons, Michael Dahl (Public domain / CC0)

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Alternative Names: Pope the Poet • Alexander I Pope • Alexander, I Pope
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Hope humbly then; with trembling pinions soar;
Wait the great teacher Death; and God adore.
What future bliss, he gives not thee to know,
But gives that hope to be thy blessing now.
Essay on Man · August 8, 2013 Verified in 1 source Sign up to see the complete provenance
bliss god death blessing hope knowledge
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