George Herbert

Poet

George Herbert was a 17th-century poet and priest known for his profound religious poetry, particularly in his collection 'The Temple'.

Born
January 1, 1593
Died
January 1, 1633
Quotes
1.3K
Rank
#2926

Quote collection

George Herbert quotes (page 4 of 64)

1.3K quotes — follow a thought to its full quote page.

George Herbert Poet
Popular

"To a good spender God is the Treasurer."

Read quote 14 likes
George Herbert Poet
Popular

"By the needle you shall draw the thread, and by that which is past, see how that which is to come will be drawne on."

Read quote 13 likes
George Herbert Poet
Popular

"He that cannot forgive others, breaks the bridge over which he himself must pass if he would ever reach heaven; for everyone has need to be forgiven."

Read quote 13 likes
George Herbert Poet
Popular

"Better a barefoot than none."

Read quote 13 likes
George Herbert Poet
Popular

"Love your neighbor, yet pull not down your hedge."

Read quote 13 likes
George Herbert Poet
Popular

"Only the wearer knows where the shoe pinches."

Read quote 13 likes
George Herbert Poet
Popular

"He that cockers his child, provides for his enemie."

Read quote 12 likes
George Herbert Poet
Popular

"Wealth is the Conjurer's Devil, Whom, when he thinks he hath, the Devil hath him."

Read quote 12 likes
George Herbert Poet
Popular

"A crooked log makes a strait fire."

Read quote 12 likes
George Herbert Poet
Popular

"The rage of a wild boar is able to spoil more then one wood."

Read quote 12 likes
George Herbert Poet
Popular

"Sweet spring, full of sweet days and roses, a box where sweets compacted lie."

Read quote 10 likes