On John Mcmurdo
written in 1793
On John Mcmurdo - meaning Summary
Blessings for a Friend's Old Age
This short lyric offers a heartfelt blessing for John McMurdo, asking that his later years remain free of envy, worry, and sorrow. The speaker imagines a serene old age without the physical signs of care, and prays that his children will preserve the family’s honour rather than bring pain. The tone is affectionate and protective, focused on domestic stability and the wish for uninterrupted comfort and respect in life’s decline.
Read Complete AnalysesBlest be M'Murdo to his latest day! No envious cloud o'ercast his evening ray; No wrinkle, furrow'd by the hand of care, Nor ever sorrow add one silver hair! O may no son the father's honour stain, Nor ever daughter give the mother pain!
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