Tis mightiest in the mightiest ; it becomes The throned monarch better than his crown. His sceptre shows the force of temporal power, The attribute to awe and majesty, Wherein doth sit the dread and fear of kings ; But mercy is above this sceptred sway... Choice Specimens of English Literature - Pagina 109 geredigeerd door - 1870 - 477 pagina’s Volledige weergave -
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