Marriage Quote by Leo Tolstoy
““I only know this, that she thanks God for all her tribulations, and, above all, because her husband is dead.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Anna Karenina”, 1877
The speaker observes that a woman thanks God for her hardships, especially because her husband’s death frees her from his oppression.
In simple terms: She finds gratitude in suffering due to her husband’s death.
Key Takeaway
Find strength in adversity, even when it comes from loss.
Themes
suffering
gratitude
freedom
spirituality
Mood
somber
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual reflection
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
existentialism
religious coping
gender dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile gratitude with loss?
- What role does faith play in coping with suffering?
A Different Perspective
The view may ignore the complexity of grief and the moral implications of celebrating a spouse’s death.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
