The Poetry of George Herbert

Inspired by Scripture, the English poet George Herbert uses many different images in his poetry to lead us into deeper prayer.

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George Herbert (1593–1633) was an English poet and priest who lived and ministered near Salisbury. He wrote poetry in English, Latin and Greek and all of his surviving poetry contains religious themes.

Praying with George Herbert - Part 1

Lisa Cherrett explores 'Prayer' a poem by George Herbert (1593–1633), an English poet and priest who lived and ministered near Salisbury. Lisa guides us through the main themes and offers us some prayer activities to help nurture our faith and spirituality.

Praying with George Herbert - Part 2

Lisa Cherrett continues to explore further images and themes in George Herbert's poem 'Prayer'. Lisa offers us some new prayer activities to help nurture our faith and spirituality.