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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The greatest gift a parent can give a child is unconditional love. As a child wanders and strays, finding his bearings, he needs a sense of absolute love from a parent. There's nothing wrong with tough love, as long as the love is unconditional. Go to Quote / Comment
People of mediocre ability sometimes achieve outstanding success because they don't know when to quit. Most men succeed because they are determined to. Go to Quote / Comment
It is part of a poor spirit to undervalue himself and blush. Go to Quote / Comment
Every mile is two in winter. Go to Quote / Comment
America is never wholly herself unless she is engaged in high moral principle. We as a people have such a purpose today. It is to make kinder the face of the nation and gentler the face of the world. Go to Quote / Comment