To his Friend the Author.

Fragrant Arabian Gums, employ’d with Art,

From Worms and Dust preserve our meaner Part;

But Labours, such as yours, enliven Fame,

And with due Elogies preserve a Name;

They’ll make the Worthies of the Age to come

Just Homage pay, and venerate your Tomb.

Greenhill, proceed in Learning’s Paths to tread,

And make your self Immortal by the Dead;

Be this your Praise, with equal Skill you strive

To Embalm the Dead, and keep your Friends alive.

B. B.