Poetry Explorer- Classic Contemporary Poetry, THE ORIGIN OF TEARS, by JOHN BANISTER TABB


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THE ORIGIN OF TEARS, by                     Poet's Biography
First Line: When eve, the twilight heavens to view
Last Line: Bestowed his blessing ere he knew.
Alternate Author Name(s): Father Tabb
Subject(s): Adam & Eve; Bible; Tears


When Eve, the twilight heavens to view,
Her eyes, like twin-born violets blue,
Upraised -- the angel of the Dew
Bestowed his blessing ere he knew.





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