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The Wisdom Jane had in the Novel “Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Bronte

This novel plot revolves around an orphan as a baby, Jane struggles through her nearly loveless childhood and becomes a governess at Thornfield Hall. Small and facially plain, Jane is passionate and strongly principled and values freedom and independence.

Jane’s courage, resilience, and strong moral compass make her an enduring heroine. Her childhood has been full of struggles and hardships raised by her cruel and wealthy aunt Mrs. Reed. In her childhood, she would always ask justified questions to her aunt when she behaved harshly and punished Jane. She was outspoken and never behaved badly with Mrs. Reed despite her false unfair accusations.

Later she accepts a governess position at a manor called Thornfield, where she teaches a lively French girl named Adèle. She never fell into her desires over values and principles in life. Jane’s employer at Thornfield is a dark, ardent man named Rochester, with whom Jane finds herself falling secretly in love. She saves Rochester from a fire one night, which he claims was started by a drunken servant named Grace Poole. Jane expected Rochester to propose to Blanche a beautiful but vicious woman for marriage but he proposed to Jane.

Later she accepts a governess position at a manor called Thornfield, where she teaches a lively French girl named Adèle. She never fell into her desires over values and principles in life. Jane’s employer at Thornfield is a dark, ardent man named Rochester, with whom Jane finds herself falling secretly in love. She saves Rochester from a fire one night, which he claims was started by a drunken servant named Grace Poole. Jane expected Rochester to propose to Blanche a beautiful but vicious woman for marriage but he proposed to Jane.

The wedding day arrives, and as Jane and Mr. Rochester prepare to exchange their vows, Mr. Mason cries out that Rochester is already married to Bertha. Rochester accepts Manson’s claim and also explains that Bertha has gone mad. Jane escapes from Thornfield and after many dramatic events understands that Rochester is her true love. At Ferndean, Rochester and Jane rebuild their relationship and soon marry. At the end of her story, they live happily with their two kids.

Jane with her wisdom always expressed her feelings genuinely and maintained her resilience despite several adverse challenges. If the other people were rude and provocative, she would never behave like that and maintain her calm and empathetic attitude.

The fighting spirit of Jane from early childhood to adulthood is truly inspiring. The Gothic romance, the suspense, and vivid descriptions of the events in the manor are a thrilling read.

Book “Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Bronte

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Ancient wisdom on desires

The more people try to use willpower to obliterate a desire. The additional force only tries to confuse them. They become obsessed with the problem. The more people talk about dharma without knowing what it is the more they strengthen their ignorance. They grow in this ignorance
and soon consider themselves towers of rectitude. They are like fish out of water who attempt to teach others to swim or like caged birds who offer lessons in flying.
If you want to conquer a desire take off its mask and see it for what it is. Instantly it becomes insignificant and not worth a second thought.
Familiarize yourself with human nature by recognizing your own errors and base desires. Instantly you will forgive others for your mistakes. Be humble and gentle in your love for humanity. That is the way to set an example for others to copy.
Proud rigidity is not rectitude it is foolishness.

Han Shan. (1546-1623)
Book “Sacred Wisdom” complied by Gerald Benedict

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Wisdom of Happiness and Sadness by Holy Mother, Ma Sarada Devi

The creation itself is full of misery and happiness. Could anyone appreciate happiness if misery did not exist? Besides how is it possible for all persons to be happy?

No one will suffer all the time. No one will spend all her days on this earth in suffering. Every action brings its own result and one gets one’s opportunities accordingly.

Whenever you go on some work, make it a point to return as soon as it is finished. In this life, you will find that in digging for earthworms we often go deeper and bring out snakes.

Whenever you go from one place to another, observe the things around you, and also keep yourself well-informed about what happens in the place where you live. But keep your lips shut.

Book “Dewdrops” Quotes of Holy Mother
Published by Ramkrishna Math Mylapore, Chennai