Quote by George Eliot

My own experience and development deepen everyday my conviction that our moral progress may be measured by the degree in which we sympathize with individual suffering and individual joy.

My own experience and development deepen everyday my convict

Summary

This quote suggests that the extent to which we empathize with the pain and happiness experienced by individuals in our society is a reflection of our moral growth. The speaker argues that our personal experiences and growth over time contribute to the realization that our moral progress can be measured by our ability to understand and connect with the sufferings and joys of individuals. This emphasizes the importance of developing empathy and compassion for others as a way to assess and enhance our moral development.

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By George Eliot

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