Down and Quote by George Eliot
“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
Source Novel: Middlemarch by George Eliot, 1871
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.
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