In this section of reading, we once again encounter numerous instances of family roles that the reader is able to relate to.

            Primarily, we're faced with the issue of repentance.  Although most of us have never committed an action like that of Mr. Rochester, we understand the feeling of having made a mistake either with family or friends.  Mr. Rochester tries to justify his actions by seeking consolation in others.  Last week, my bible study was discussing Chapter 3 of Galatians.  As we read, "I would like to learn just one thing from you:  Did you receive the Spirit by observing the law, or by believing what you heard?  Are you so foolish?  After beginning with the Spirit, are you now trying to attain your goal by human effort?  Have you suffered so much for nothing if it really was for nothing?  Does God give you his Spirit and work miracles among you because you observe the law, or because you believe what you heard," we questioned the root causes of many of our sins (Galatians 3:2-5).  While it's easy to say, "please forgive me for gossiping," it's more difficult to admit "I lack self-confidence" or whatever causes your gossiping.  Similarly, when questioning our direction or our faith in turning that direction over to God, we ask for justification in others.  We hear it all around us.  "What should I do this summer?"  "Wouldn't you be mad at your brother if he did that?"  "Don't you think it's okay if I cheat because I have so much work?"  We seek justification in those around us instead of turning to God.  Similarly, Mr. Rochester plays the role of a dysfunctional family member committing the same action by posing the hypothetical scenario to Jane who responds "Sir. a wanderer's repose or a sinner's reformation should never depend on a fellow-creature.  Men and women die; philosophers falter in wisdom; and Christians in goodness; if any one you know has sufferer or erred, let him look higher than is equals for strength to amend, and solace to heal" (257).  In the same way that self-conscience may be the cause of gossiping, what's the cause of Mr. Rochester's dependence?