Emblems of Mortality; representing, in upwards of fifty cuts, death seizing all ranks and degrees of people

The PORTER.

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Come unto me all ye that labour, and are heavy laden, and I will give you Rest.

Matthew xi. 28.

Illustration from Emblems of Mortality; representing, in upwards of fifty cuts, death seizing all ranks and degrees of people

Hither advance, ye weary Throng, And quick my Steps attend, Who under Loads of so great Weight, With weary Shoulders bend. Traffic and Gain your anxious Thoughts Did long enough possess, Your Breasts the Cares which these produce No longer shall distress.