“God is His own Design and End, and that there is no other Worthy of Him.”
Quote by Mary Astell
Work
The Christian Religion, as Profess'd by a Daughter of the Church of England
This work offers a first-person exposition of Christian belief from the perspective of a female adherent of the Church of England. The text articulates the author's understanding of core theological tenets, sacramental practices, and spiritual obligations as understood within the Anglican tradition. Written in a period when women's religious voices were gaining limited public expression, the book reflects the intersection of personal devotion and institutional affiliation. The author addresses matters of faith, worship, and moral conduct, positioning her statements within the broader context of Protestant Christianity while maintaining specific loyalty to the established English church. The treatise serves as both a personal testimony and a contribution to the literature of religious self-examination common among educated believers of the era. more
Author
Mary Astell
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. more
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