Another woman Quote by Leo Tolstoy
““Here it is. Let's say you're married, you love your wife, but you're attracted by another woman.' 'Excuse me, but I absolutely cannot understand how after eating my fill here I could go past a bakery and steal a roll.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Anna Karenina, 1877
A confession of marital fidelity challenged by temptation, highlighting the tension between commitment and desire.
In simple terms: Married but attracted to another.
Key Takeaway
Examine personal boundaries.
Themes
marriage
temptation
faithfulness
Mood
reflective
anxious
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- personal relationships
- infidelity prevention
- self‑control
Key Concepts
ethics
human desire
Questions to Reflect On
- What limits define your loyalty?
- How do you handle unexpected attraction?
A Different Perspective
It may not capture the full moral complexity.
