Chapter XXXVI · Chapter 36

plural of “advantage” — the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading THE PECULIAR RESPONSIBILITIES OF AMERICAN WOMEN.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

a relation that provides the foundation for something

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

deem to be

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

past form of “create” — make or cause to be or to become

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

qualified for by right according to law

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

be identical or equivalent to

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

to the same degree (often followed by “as”)

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

continuing forever or indefinitely

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

divisible by two

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

-ing form of “express” — give expression to

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

command against

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

plural of “form” — the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

serving as an essential component

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

of great significance or value

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

an organization founded and united for a specific purpose

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

plural of “institution” — an organization founded and united for a specific purpose

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

plural of “interest” — a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

a maker of laws; someone who gives a code of laws

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions on one's way of life.

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

the force of workers available

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

a person who lives (or is located) near another

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE PECULIAR RESPONSIBILITIES OF AMERICAN WOMEN.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

and nothing more

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

have ownership or possession of

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading THE PECULIAR RESPONSIBILITIES OF AMERICAN WOMEN.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

any competition

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

without much difficulty

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

third-person singular of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

plural of “responsibility” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force

From this reading THE PECULIAR RESPONSIBILITIES OF AMERICAN WOMEN.

a person who rules or commands

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

-ing form of “sacrifice” — endure the loss of

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

Identical; not different.

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

the sacred writings of the Christian religions

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

third-person singular of “secure” — get by special effort

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

an old form of “shall”, used with “thou”

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

final or last in your life or progress

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading THE PECULIAR RESPONSIBILITIES OF AMERICAN WOMEN.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

an old word for “you”, as the subject, speaking to one person

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

an old word for “your”, speaking to one person

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading The great maxim, which is the basis of all our civil and political institutions, is, that "all men are created equal," and that they are equally entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading But it can readily be seen, that this is only another mode of expressing the fundamental principle which the Great Ruler of the Universe has established, as the law of His eternal government.

a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading There are some reasons, why American women should feel an interest in the support of the democratic institutions of their Country, which it is important that they should consider.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading THE PECULIAR RESPONSIBILITIES OF AMERICAN WOMEN.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

an old word for “you”, speaking to more than one person

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself;" and "Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them," are the Scripture forms, by which the Supreme Lawgiver requires that each individual of our race shall regard the happiness of others, as of the same value as his own; and which forbid any institution, in private or civil life, which secures advantages to one class, by sacrificing the interests of another.