Elizabeth Oakes Smith Quotes

Faith is the subtle chain which binds us to the infinite; the voice of a deep life within, that will remain until we crowd it thence.

The measure of capacity is the measure of sphere to either man or woman.

How few women have any history after the age of thirty!

Spain- a great whale stranded on the shores of Europe.

Yes, this is life; and everywhere we meet, Not victor crowns, but wailings of defeat.

We're disappointed because you think the neighborhood is safe, it's very quiet here.

White wing'd angels meet the child On the vestibule of life.

T is the summer prime, when the noiseless air in perfumed chalice lies.

The tender violet bent in smiles To elves that sported nigh, Tossing the drops of fragrant dew To scent the evening sky.