Raskolnikov Quote by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
““Raskolnikov sat in silence, listening with disgust.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Crime and Punishment, 1866
Raskolnikov feels disgusted, showing his inner moral conflict and alienation.
In simple terms: He is disgusted, reflecting inner conflict.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge moral discomfort.
Themes
guilt
alienation
morality
Mood
somber
introspective
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- courtroom
- confession
- inner monologue
- nighttime wanderings
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does his disgust reveal about his conscience?
- Can disgust lead to redemption?
A Different Perspective
His disgust may stem from self‑deception, not reality.
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