Whilst our Hearts are violently set upon any thing, there is no convincing us that we shall ever be of another Mind.
Mary AstellIgnorance and a narrow education lay the foundation of vice, and imitation and custom rear it up.
Mary AstellIf God had not intended that Women shou'd use their Reason, He wou'd not have given them any, 'for He does nothing in vain.
Mary AstellYour glass will not do you half so much service as a serious reflection on your own minds.
Mary Astell