Maria Mitchell Quotes

We especially need imagination in science. It is not all mathematics, nor all logic, but it is somewhat beauty and poetry.

I am just learning to notice the different colors of the stars, and already begin to have a new enjoyment.

It is sad to see a woman sacrificing the ties of t... -Maria Mitchell

It is sad to see a woman sacrificing the ties of the affections even to do good.

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This quote expresses a sense of sadness or regret at witnessing a woman relinquishing or sacrificing personal relationships or emotional connections in order to engage in benevolent or altruistic actions.

We have a hunger of the mind which asks for knowledge of all around us, and the more we gain, the more is our desire; the more we see, the more we are capable of seeing.

That knowledge which is popular is not scientific.

Every formula which expresses a law of nature is a... -Maria Mitchell

Every formula which expresses a law of nature is a hymn of praise to God.

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This quote suggests that scientific formulas and laws, which describe the workings of nature, can be seen as expressions of praise and admiration for God's wisdom and creation.

I would as soon put a girl alone into a closet to meditate as give her only the society of her needle.

I was a little doubtful about the propriety of going to the Mammoth Cave without a gentleman escort, but if two ladies travel alone they must have the courage of men.

We especially need imagination in science.

The world of learning is so broad, and the human s... -Maria Mitchell

The world of learning is so broad, and the human soul is so limited in power!

There is no cosmetic for beauty like happiness.

We travel to learn; and I have never been in any country where they did not do something better than we do it, think some thoughts better than we think, catch some inspiration from heights above our own.

Maria Mitchell Quotes

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