He “loved the world that hated him: the tear That dropped upon his Bible was sincere; Assailed by scandal and the tongue of strife, His only answer w… - William Cowper

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He “loved the world that hated him: the tear
That dropped upon his Bible was sincere;
Assailed by scandal and the tongue of strife,
His only answer was a blameless life

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About William Cowper

William Cowper (26 November 1731 – 25 April 1800) was an English poet and hymnodist.

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Also Known As: Bard of Olney
Alternative Names: Cowper, William Cowper William
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Assail'd by scandal and the tongue of strife,
His only answer was, a blameless life.

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