How we cite our quotes: (Part.Letter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
Much as I respect the religious vocation, it is not without pain or even fear that I could see my daughter embrace that condition. (4.170.6)
To Madame de Volanges, voluntary poverty and a life devoted to prayer sound great, but only for other people's children. Her daughter, born into wealth, deserves a wealthy husband. What will people think happened if she becomes nun?