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“und seine Gattin schätzte er so hoch und fürchtete sich vor ihr manchmal so sehr, daß er sie sogar liebte.” quote by Dostoïevski
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““und seine Gattin schätzte er so hoch und fürchtete sich vor ihr manchmal so sehr, daß er sie sogar liebte.””

Dostoïevski

About This Quote

He loved his wife so much he feared her, showing love’s complex mix of affection and anxiety.

In simple terms: Love can be both loving and fearful.

Key Takeaway

A love’s paradox.

Themes

love fear relationships

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • marriage
  • intimate partnerships
  • family dynamics

Key Concepts

psychology literature

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does fear appear in your relationships?
  • Can love coexist with anxiety?
A Different Perspective

Fear can undermine trust.

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