If you had a table spread for a feast, and was making…
“If you had a table spread for a feast, and was making merry with your friends, you would think it was kind to let me come and sit down and rejoice with you, because you'd think I should to share those good things; but I should better to share in your trouble and your labour.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True generosity means sharing in others' hardships, not just their joys.
In simple terms: Share in trouble, not just joy.
Key Takeaway
Offer help in difficulty.
Themes
generosity
empathy
community
Mood
reflective
compassionate
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- friend gatherings
- family meals
- team projects
- volunteering
Key Concepts
social responsibility
selflessness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you support someone in need?
- What prevents you from sharing burdens?
A Different Perspective
It may be hard to recognize others' pain.