172 soft] fair MS.
187 Sir] Friend 1674-82.
189 A possible but not necessary reminiscence of Fuller's well-known book, Good Thoughts for Bad Times.
193 the rolling waves] a cataclysm MS.
To my Reverend Friend, Dr. Sam. Woodford, On his Excellent Version of the Psalms.
Pindaric Ode.
Stanza I.
See (worthy friend) what I would do
(Whom neither Muse nor Art inspire),