Marriage Quote by Leo Tolstoy
““Moreover, during his wife's confinement, something had happened that seemed extraordinary to him. He, an unbeliever, had fallen into praying, and at the moment he prayed, he believed. But that moment had passed, and he could not make his state of mind at that moment fit into the rest of his life.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: War and Peace, 1869
A non‑believer experiences a fleeting, powerful prayer that cannot be integrated into his usual worldview.
In simple terms: A brief prayer felt real but didn’t fit his life.
Key Takeaway
Recognize moments that challenge beliefs.
Themes
faith
doubt
transformation
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- religious conversion
- personal crisis
- moment of awe
Key Concepts
spiritual crisis
epiphany
identity conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this moment reveal about belief?
- How can fleeting experiences reshape identity?
A Different Perspective
Such moments may be dismissed as anomalies.
![“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)
