Rowland Hill (Hawkstone Park, England, 1744 - 1833, London)
"Master, Behold Me", 19th century
Printed ink on paper
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This discolored, stained piece of paper with a black border is approximately the size and shape of a postcard. Printed in black are the following words attributed to the British social reformer and inventor Rowland Hill: Master behold me, here I stand To tell the hours at thy command. What is thou will? “Tis my delight To serve thee both by day and night. Master, be wise, and learn from me To serve thy God, as I serve thee!
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