William Blake quote: And Priests in black gowns, were walking their rounds, And binding with briars, my joys & desires.

And Priests in black gowns, were walking their rounds, And binding with briars, my joys & desires.

~ William Blake ~

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And Priests in black gowns, were walking their rounds, And binding with briars, my joys & desires.

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