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First Line: Thou shalt not all die; for while love's fire shines
Last Line: Fame, and his name, both set, and sing his lyricks.
Subject(s): Herrick, Robert (1591-1674); Poetry & Poets


Thou shalt not All die; for while Love's fire shines
Upon his Altar, men shall read thy lines;
And learn'd Musicians shall to honour Herricks
Fame, and his Name, both set, and sing his Lyricks.





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