Surely the immutable laws of the universe can teach more impressive and exalted lessons than the holy books of all the religions on earth.
ELIZABETH CADY STANTONNothing adds such dignity to character as the recognition of one’s self- sovereignty.
More Elizabeth Cady Stanton Quotes
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Every truth we see is one to give to the world, not to keep to ourselves alone.
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If the Bible teaches the equality of women, why does the church refuse to ordain women to preach the gospel, to fill the offices of deacons and elders, and to administer the Sacraments…?
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The Bible and the Church have been the greatest stumbling blocks in the way of women’s emancipation.
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We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men and women are created equal.
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The heyday of woman’s life is the shady side of fifty.
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The moment we begin to fear the opinions of others and hesitate to tell the truth that is in us, and from motives of policy are silent when we should speak, the divine floods of light and life no longer flow into our souls.
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It is the inalienable right of all to be happy.
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There must be a remedy even for such a crying evil as this [abortion]. But where shall it be found, at least where begin, if not in the complete enfranchisement and elevation of women?
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All men & women are created equal.
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The Bible contains some of the most sublime passages in English literature, but is also full of contradictions, inconsistencies, and absurdities.
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Whatever the theories may be of woman’s dependence on man, in the supreme moments of her life he can not bear her burdens.
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Strike the words “white male” from all your constitutions, and then, with fair sailing, let us sink or swim, live or die, survive or perish together.
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Woman has been the great unpaid laborer of the world.
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Among the clergy we find our most violent enemies, those most opposed to any change in woman’s position.
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A woman will always be dependent until she holds a purse of her own.
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