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Mary Astell, born on November 12, 1666 and died on May 11, 1731, was an English writer and philosopher during the Enlightenment era. Known for her feminist ideas, she wrote extensively on issues such as women's education, religious faith, and moral philosophy, which had a profound impact on the feminist movement.

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Famous Mary Astell Quotes

“If a Woman can neither Love nor Honour, she does ill in promising to Obey.”

Ifs Doe Ill Honour

Book:Astell: Political Writings

Source: Astell: Political Writings

“If 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.”

Ifs Doe Reason Use Given Vain

Book:The first English feminist: reflections upon marriage and other writings

Source: The first English feminist: reflections upon marriage and other writings

“Certain I am, that Christian Religion does no where allow Rebellion.”

Doe Christian Certain Rebellion Uprising

Book:Astell: Political Writings

Source: Astell: Political Writings