Quotes and anectdotes from the wise to the foolish, and the courageous to the drunk

Matthew Prior Diplomat

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: United Kingdom
  • Born: Jul 21, 1664
  • Died: Sep 18, 1721

Matthew Prior was an English poet and diplomat. He is also known as a contributor to The Examiner.

Hopes are but the dreams of those that wake. dreams

For, when with beauty we can virtue join, We paint the semblance of a form divine. beauty

Thanksgiving November 28, 2024

The thankful receiver bears a plentiful harvest. 32 quotes from William Blake

32 quotes from William Blake

Drink and be thankful to the host! What seems insignificant when you have it, is important when you need it. 6 sayings from Franz Grillparzer

6 sayings from Franz Grillparzer

For what I have received may the Lord make me truly thankful. And more truly for what I have not received. 2 thoughts from Storm Jameson

2 thoughts from Storm Jameson

To give thanks in solitude is enough. Thanksgiving has wings and goes where it must go. Your prayer knows much more about it than you do. 73 wisdom & wit from Victor Hugo

73 wisdom & wit from Victor Hugo