Henry Vaughan Quotes

A collection of quotes by Henry Vaughan.

Henry Vaughan (1621-1695) was a Welsh metaphysical poet and physician. Born in Breconshire, Wales, Vaughan is best known for his collection of religious poetry, "Silex Scintillans" (1650), which explores themes of spirituality, nature, and the human condition. Influenced by the works of John Donne and George Herbert, Vaughan's poetry reflects his deep religious faith and his fascination with the interplay between the physical and spiritual realms. Despite his limited literary success during his lifetime, Vaughan's poetry has since gained recognition for its lyrical beauty and profound insights.

Man hath still either toys or care: But hath no root, nor to

Man hath still either toys or care: But hath no root, nor to one place is tied, but ever restless and irregular, about this earth doth run and ride. He knows he hath a home, but scarce knows where He says it is so far, that he has quite forgot how to go there.

So stick up ivy and the bays, and then restore the heathen w

So stick up ivy and the bays, and then restore the heathen ways, green will remind you of the Spring, though this great day denies the thing, and mortifies the earth, and all, but your wild revels, and loose hall.

Caesar had perished from the world of men, had not his sword

Caesar had perished from the world of men, had not his sword been rescued by his pen.

Man hath still either toys or care: But hath no root, nor to

Man hath still either toys or care: But hath no root, nor to one place is tied, but ever restless and irregular, about this earth doth run and ride. He knows he hath a home, but scarce knows where; He says it is so far, that he has quite forgot how to go there

They are all gone into the world of light, and I alone sit l

They are all gone into the world of light, and I alone sit lingering here.