Careful Words

celestial (adj.)

But oftentimes celestial benedictions

Assume this dark disguise.

Henry W Longfellow (1807-1882): Resignation.

  Labour to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire,—conscience.

George Washington (1732-1799): Rule from the Copy-book of Washington when a schoolboy.

With a smile that glow'd

Celestial rosy red, love's proper hue.

John Milton (1608-1674): Paradise Lost. Book viii. Line 618.

Him thus intent Ithuriel with his spear

Touch'd lightly; for no falsehood can endure

Touch of celestial temper.

John Milton (1608-1674): Paradise Lost. Book iv. Line 810.

There buds the promise of celestial worth.

Edward Young (1684-1765): The Last Day. Book iii.