Be thine own palace, or the world's thy jail

Be thine own palace, or the world's thy jail

John Donne, a prominent English poet and cleric of the late 16th and early 17th centuries, was known for his metaphysical poetry that explored complex themes of love, religion, and the human experience. One of his most famous lines, "Be thine own palace, or the world's thy jail," encapsulates Donne's belief in the power of self-awareness and self-empowerment.