W. Garrett Horder, comp. The Poets’ Bible: New Testament. 1895.
Mary at Jesus Feet
Richard Crashaw (G.) (c. 16131649)‘Mary which also sat at Jesus’ feet, and heard His word.’—LUKE X. 39.
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Preparing for His mouth, His mouth’s words are her feast!
O Martha sister, spare thy labour and thy cost:
Tending the food that perisheth, diviner food is lost.