Of differing sex no thought inept intrudes,
Their purpose calmly sure all errant aim excludes.
XLVI.
For soul, not sex, shall to each life assign
What destiny to fill, or what decline;
Through years mature impartial range shall reach,
And wider wisdom, juster ethics, teach;
Conformed to claims of intellect and need,
The tempered numbers of their high-born breed;
Not overworn with childward pain and care,