His father thought he was decreed to shine,
And be in time an eminent Divine;
But if he ever to the Church inclined,
It is too certain that he changed his mind.
He spoke of scruples; but who knew him best 210
Affirm’d, no scruples broke on David’s rest.
Physic and Law were each in turn proposed,
He weigh’d them nicely, and with Physic closed.
He had a serious air, a smooth address,
And a firm spirit that ensured success.