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Epigram On The Conduct Of Some Few Clergymen, Who Are A Disgrace To Their Sacred Profession
by Thomas OldhamSatan, says scripture, like a roaring lion,
Goes about, seeking whom he may devour.
What should a priest, then, chiefly keep his eye on?
To guard his flock against the tempter's power.
Pshaw! what he chiefly looks at is to fleece 'em:
To seize his prey, the tithes, and still increase 'em:
Like a devouring lion is the priest;
Or give the devil his due you'll own, at least,
He has the marks about him of the beast.
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Why, Sir, so proud to sign your name M.D.?
'It means I'm member of the Faculty.'
Hum! from your practice else one might infer
It meant mock-doctor, or death's minister.