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# Thomas Yalden

(1670–1736)   Linguist

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Thomas Yalden was a linguist.

## Quick Facts About Thomas Yalden

Born January 1, 1670

Died July 16, 1736

Profession Linguist

## About Thomas Yalden

English poet... \| Thomas Yalden was an English poet and translator. Educated at Magdalen College, Yalden entered the Church of England, in which he obtained various preferments. His poems include A Hymn to Darkness, Pindaric Odes, and translations from the classics.

##  Quotes by Thomas Yalden

> [Wishes, like painted landscapes, best delight, Whilst distance recommends them to the sight. Plac'd afar off, they beautiful appear: But show their…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/thomas-yalden/wishes-like-painted-landscapes-best-delight-whilst-distance/)

Thomas Yalden

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> [For malice will with joy the lie receive, Report, and what it wishes true believe.](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/thomas-yalden/for-malice-will-with-joy-the-lie-receive-report-and-what-it-wishes/)

Thomas Yalden

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> [Darkness, thou first great parent of us all, Thou art our great original!](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/thomas-yalden/darkness-thou-first-great-parent-of-us-all-thou-art-our-great-original/)

Thomas Yalden

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