Against this the Quakers would contend, that all persona who live in civil society, must give up a portion of their freedom, that more happiness and security may be enjoyed.

So, when men enter into Christian societies, they must part with a little of their liberty for their moral good.
But whatever may be the light in which persons, not of the society, may view this institution, the Quakers submit to, and respect it.

It is possible there may be some, who may feel it a restraint upon their conduct.

And there is no doubt, that it is a restraint upon those, who have irregular desires to gratify, or destructive pleasures to pursue.
But generally speaking, the youth of the society, who receive a consistent education, approve of it.

Genuine Quaker parents, as I have had occasion to observe, insist upon the subjugation of the will.