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-Da, čovek može da se navikne i na fijuk metaka, to jest…

“-Da, čovek može da se navikne i na fijuk metaka, to jest da skriva nehotične otkucaje srca. -Čuo sam, naprotiv, da je za poneke stare ratnike ta muzika čak prijatna. -Razume se, ako hoćete, to je prijatno; ali ipak samo zato što srce kuca jače.” quote by Mikhail Lermontov
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““-Da, čovek može da se navikne i na fijuk metaka, to jest da skriva nehotične otkucaje srca. -Čuo sam, naprotiv, da je za poneke stare ratnike ta muzika čak prijatna. -Razume se, ako hoćete, to je prijatno; ali ipak samo zato što srce kuca jače.””

Mikhail Lermontov

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Even hardened soldiers become accustomed to the rhythm of gunfire, finding a strange comfort in it, though the heart beats louder.

In simple terms: Warriors adapt to violence, yet their hearts still feel stronger.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the human cost behind conflict.

Themes

war humanity psychology

Mood

reflective somber

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • combat veterans
  • post‑war reintegration
  • psychological counseling

Key Concepts

adaptation desensitization emotional resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can acceptance of violence ever be fully reconciled?
  • How does this affect post‑war healing?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize suffering, overlooking trauma.

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