Abuse Quote by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
““Well, you may abuse me, be angry with me if you like," Porfiry Petrovitch began again, "but I can't resist. Allow me one little question (I know I am troubling you). There is just one little notion I want to express, simply that I may not forget it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, 1866
The speaker acknowledges possible hostility but persists in asking a small, important question, fearing forgetfulness.
In simple terms: Even if upset, he must ask a vital question.
Key Takeaway
Ask the important question despite fear.
Themes
courage
communication
memory
Mood
anxious
determined
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
dialogue
When to use this quote
- personal conflict
- legal interrogation
- self‑reflection
- relationship tension
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What truth are you afraid to forget?
- How does fear of being ignored shape your questions?
A Different Perspective
The request may be seen as manipulative or intrusive.
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