Which Metaphysical poet is known for the 'Sacred Poems and Private Ejaculations' found in a collection titled 'The Temple'?
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Correct answer: George Herbert
George Herbert's 'The Temple' is a deeply structural exploration of a believer's relationship with God. It contrasts sharply with Donne's 'Songs and Sonnets' by focusing almost exclusively on the fluctuations of religious devotion.
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