Devotion

THE Immortal gods Accept the meanest altars, that are raised By pure devotion; and sometimes prefer An ounce of frankincense, honey, or milk, Before whole hecatombs, or Sabæan gems, Offered in ostentation.

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1603
Sub Title: 
IV. Sabbath: Worship: Creed

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  • THE Immortal gods Accept the meanest altars, that are raised By pure devotion; and sometimes prefer An ounce of frankincense, honey, or milk, Before whole hecatombs, or Sabæan gems, Offered in ostentation.