What is the main idea of Jane Eyre?

Answer 1

One main motif in Jane Eyre is the moon. It provides light and direction and is archetypal to women because of the cycles of the moon being comparable to the menstrual cycle. This is tied to the goddesses of the hunt and virginity, Ardemus and Diana. Jane looks to the moon and it guides her, as well as it reflects her moods.

There is also a motif of hot versus cold throughout the novel. Jane is described with warm imagery and certain locations are initially described with the temperature. St. John is described with cold imagery. This helps characterize.

There is a fairytale motif as the entire novel is a spin on the classic story of Cinderella. Also, the novel is comparable to Beauty and the Beast and Little Red Riding Hood.

Answer 2

The main idea of Jane Eyre is the journey of a young orphaned girl as she overcomes adversity, finds her own sense of identity, and strives for independence and self-respect in a society that seeks to suppress her. It explores themes of class, gender inequality, religion, and morality.

Answer 3

That you don't have to marry because of statis or money. You can marry for love. Women play a greater role than credited for. Her ideas were revolutionary at the time.