Question

In Jane Eyre, what essential lesson does Jane learn from Helen Burns that allows Jane to gain Miss Temple’s sympathy?

Answer 1

Answer:

Jane described Helen as a calm, brilliant and knowledgeable person Despite the maltreatment she encountered, she remained caring.

Explanation:

The essential lesson Jane learns from Helen Burns was that  she viewed Helen as a calm, extremely intelligent, calm, caring, but her most vital aspect is her dedication to religion faith.

If Jane Eyre were a symbol, Helen would be compared  to  he New Testament version of commandments saying ''bless them that curse you", "love your enemies, and "turn the other cheek".

Answer 2

Answer:

Helen’s submissive and ascetic nature highlights Jane’s more headstrong character. Like Jane, Helen is an orphan who longs for a home, but Helen believes that she will find this home in Heaven rather than Northern England.