4.08. THE TWO BAGS.
Great Jove, in his paternal care,
Has giv’n a man two Bags to bear;
That which his own default contains
Behind his back unseen remains;
But that which others’ vice attests
Swags full in view before our breasts.
Hence we’re inevitably blind,
Relating to the Bag behind;
But when our neighbours misdemean,
Our censures are exceeding keen. [more info]
Great Jove, in his paternal care,
Has giv’n a man two Bags to bear;
That which his own default contains
Behind his back unseen remains;
But that which others’ vice attests
Swags full in view before our breasts.
Hence we’re inevitably blind,
Relating to the Bag behind;
But when our neighbours misdemean,
Our censures are exceeding keen. [more info]
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