"Ah, sweet Content, where doth thine harbour hold"

The quote from Barnabe Barnes' poem is an expression of yearning for the state of contentment. The speaker concerns where this state can be found and where it is living. The word 'harbour' is utilized metaphorically indicating that this state of contentment is something that can be searched for, and when discovered, it is a safe house or haven. This line likewise indicates that the speaker is not currently feeling content and is searching for a way to attain it. Barnes emphasizes the concept of satisfaction as a desirable refuge that individuals should pursue to discover inner peace and joy in a world full of turmoil and turmoil.