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... their swelling epithets , thick laid As varnish on a harlot's cheek , the rest Thin sown with aught of profit or delight , Will far be found unworthy to compare With Zion's songs , to all time tastes exalting Where HEBREW POETRY . 173.
... their swelling epithets , thick laid As varnish on a harlot's cheek , the rest Thin sown with aught of profit or delight , Will far be found unworthy to compare With Zion's songs , to all time tastes exalting Where HEBREW POETRY . 173.
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