Classic Poem

To myne approoued, deere and intirely beloued friend Mr. John Sanderson.

I F sly Vlisses were so much renownd
For seeing many citties, lands and seas,
Then must thy lands no lesse then his, abound.
That hast scene more and brought as much from these:
Nay from but heathen worldes (corrupt as Hell)
Th' hast brought a heau'n or worlde of honesty:
Which sly Vlisses could not carry well,
He was so charg'd with craft and subtilty:
 In which respect thou art more deere to all
 That Honesty holds Honors principall.