Tears Quote by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
““Never trust a woman's tears, Alyosha. I am never for the woman in such cases. I am always on the side of the men.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, 1880
The speaker distrusts women's emotional displays, aligning himself with men over women in conflict.
In simple terms: He distrusts women's tears and sides with men.
Key Takeaway
Question motives behind emotional expressions.
Themes
gender bias
trust
emotional manipulation
Mood
skeptical
defensive
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
masculinity
feminism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever doubt sincerity based on gender?
- How does this view affect interpersonal trust?
A Different Perspective
May overlook genuine vulnerability and foster sexism.
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