Let any lady who is inclined to be hard on Mrs. Cadwallader inquire into the comprehensiveness of her own beautiful views and be quite sure that they afford accommodation for all the lives which have the honour to coexist with hers.
In George Eliot's "Middlemarch," a character reflects on the tendency to judge others harshly, particularly Mrs. Cadwallader. The quote suggests that individuals should first examine the breadth of their own perspectives before critiquing someone else's. It implies that one's own views must be inclusive enough to accommodate the diverse lives that interact with their own.
This introspection encourages a deeper understanding of human relationships and the complexities of coexistence. By urging readers to consider the capacity of their views, Eliot advocates for empathy and acceptance, recognizing that social dynamics are intricate and multifaceted.
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