Classic Poem

Rare Metrodorw , we recorded finde,
One of them had a most assured minde,
(Blest who hath such a friend) fast to his friend;
Evermore who did faithfulnes intend:
Recorded we do finde another was
Truly endued with a most neat phrase,
Very much eloquence he did affect,
So, nor Philosophie he did neglect.

Do they excell as much as e're they can,
O you are the more true accomplisht man.
Recorded in your brest I do espy
Most fast affection, dwelling constantly:
Ever Philosophie hath taken rest,
Resting it felt within your noble brest,
Ev'n Metrodorus you be-err in jest.