Love not the heavenly Spirits, and how their love Express they? by looks only? or do they mix Irradiance, virtual or immediate touch? To whom the Angel, with a smile that glow'd Celestial rosy red, Love's proper hue, Answer'd. Let it suffice thee that thou know'st Be strong, live happy, and love! But, first of all, I in thy persevering shall rejoice, And all the Bless'd: Stand fast; to stand or fall Perfect within, no outward aid require; So saying, he arose; whom Adam thus Follow'd with benediction. Since to part, Thy condescension, and shall be honour'd ever DRAWN BY RICHARD WESTALL R.A. ENGRAVED BY JOHN PYE. PUBLISHED BY JOHN SHARPT, PICCADILLY: JAN. 1.1822. |