Thus Belial, with words clothed in reason's garb, counseled ignoble ease, and peaceful sloth, not peace.
Let none henceforth seek needless cause to approve The faith they owe; when earnestly they seek Such proof, conclude, they then begin to fail.
To be weak is miserable, Doing or suffering.
Gratitude bestows reverence, allowing us to encounter everyday epiphanies.
O fleeting joys Of Paradise, dear bought with lasting woes!
These are thy glorious works, Parent of good!