Author: Dr. Sandeep Kumar

Abstract: Philosophers, theologians, and other academics disagree over the complicated relationship between religion and morality. Some potential viewpoints are as follows: Religion is the source of morality. Morality is founded on revelations, divine mandates, or the will of a higher power, according to many religious traditions. Religion has no bearing on morality. Some contend that morality can exist outside from religious beliefs since it is grounded on human reason, empathy, and social contracts. Religion has an impact on morality. Eliot is a great moral novelist. Her unwavering commitment was to investigate a way of living that would provide contemporary man with a feeling of dignity, purpose, and moral guidance. According to her, morality depends on the person, their situation, and the society in which they live. In order to promote compassion and moral development, she underlined the significance of sharing and comprehending the emotions of others. She thought that instead of depending entirely on other authorities, people should cultivate their own moral convictions. According to her, education is essential for fostering social responsibility and moral character development. Eliot argued for a more adaptable and flexible approach to ethics, challenging strict moral rigidity.

Keywords: Religion, Education, Morality, Empathy.

Article Info: Received: 15 Jul 2025; Received in revised form: 06 Aug 2025; Accepted: 09 Aug 2025; Available online: 13 Aug 2025

DOI: 10.22161/ijels.104.59