And he repents in thorns that sleeps in beds of roses

And he repents in thorns that sleeps in beds of roses

Francis Quarles was a 17th-century English poet known for his religious poetry and devotional works. One of his most famous quotes is "And he repents in thorns that sleeps in beds of roses." This line speaks to the idea that those who live a life of luxury and ease may eventually come to regret their choices and suffer consequences.