Beautiful woman Quote by Leo Tolstoy
““He had never thought the question over clearly, but vaguely imagined that his wife had long suspected him of being unfaithful to her and was looking the other way. It even seemed to him that she, a worn-out, aged, no longer beautiful woman, not remarkable for anything, simple, merely a kind mother of a family, ought in all fairness to be indulgent. It turned out to be quite the opposite.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy, 1877
A husband assumes his wife will forgive his infidelity because of her kindness, but she reacts differently, revealing hidden resentment.
In simple terms: He expected forgiveness but faced opposition.
Key Takeaway
Don’t assume others’ reactions.
Themes
marriage
trust
infidelity
Mood
tension
reflective
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- marital conflict
- conflict resolution
- personal accountability
Key Concepts
human nature
misjudgment
Questions to Reflect On
- How might expectations shape behavior?
- What signs indicate deeper issues?
A Different Perspective
Assumptions can blind one to reality.
