George Herbert was a Welsh poet, orator and Anglican priest. Being born into an artistic and wealthy family, he received a good education which led to his holding prominent positions at Cambridge University and Parliament. As a student at Trinity College, Cambridge, England, George Herbert excelled in languages and music. He went to college with the intention of becoming a priest, but his scholarship attracted the attention of King James I/VI. Herbert served in parliament for two years. public orator and poet
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I am defeated, and know it, if I meet any human being from whom I find myself unable to learn anything. Go to Quote / Comment
Spend not on hopes. Go to Quote / Comment
One enemy is too much. Go to Quote / Comment
Sometimes the best gain is to lose. Go to Quote / Comment
It is part of a poor spirit to undervalue himself and blush. Go to Quote / Comment