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B. IV. This noble end is, to produce the Soul, To shew the virtues in their fairest light; To make Humanity the Minister Of bounteous Providence; and teach the Breast That generous luxury the Gods enjoy.


 * Thus, in his graver vein, the friendly Sage

Sometimes declaim'd. Of Right and Wrong he taught Truths as refin'd as ever Athens heard; And (strange to tell!) he practis'd what he preach'd. Skill'd in the Passions, how to check their sway He knew, as far as Reason can controul The lawless Powers. But other cares are mine: Form'd in the school of Pæon, I relate What Passions hurt the body, what improve: Avoid them, or invite them, as you may. Rh