Epigram On The Conduct Of Some Few Clergymen, Who Are A Disgrace To Their Sacred Profession

Satan, says scripture, like a roaring lion, Goes about, seeking whom he may devour. What should a priest, then, chiefly keep his eye on? To guard his flock against the tempter's power.— Pshaw! what he chiefly looks at is to fleece 'em: To seize his prey, the tithes, and still increase 'em: Like a devouring lion is the priest; Or—give the devil his due—you'll own, at least, He has the marks about him of the beast. *        *        *        *        * Why, Sir, so proud to sign your name M.D.? 'It means I'm member of the Faculty.' Hum!—from your practice else one might infer It meant mock-doctor, or death's minister.