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

William Blake
And Priests in black gowns, were walking their rounds, And...
And Priests in black gowns, were walking their rounds, And...
And Priests in black gowns, were walking their rounds, And...
And Priests in black gowns, were walking their rounds, And...
About This Quote

When the religious order of priests walk their rounds in black gowns, they are making an old-fashioned joke of themselves. Priests in black gowns are making fun of themselves for wearing black robes and parading around “being priests” all day. This is a reference to the fact that priests of the church wear full uniform, which includes a black robe.

Source: Songs Of Innocence And Of Experience

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