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Written at a time of notoriously lax standards in the Church of England, George Herbert's essay on the calling and work of a parish priest remains fresh and full of wisdom for all who are pursuing this vocation today.
George Herbert
George Herbert (1593-1633) was an English poet, orator, and priest. Best known for his vivid language and devotional verse, Herbert's work has inspired generations of believers to encounter and delight in Christ, including some of Christianity's most beloved writers such as Richard Baxter, Charles Spurgeon, T. S. Eliot, and C. S. Lewis.
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