Historical-romance Quote by Marija Jurić Zagorka
““-Tomo! Vi imate - suza? (...) -Recite zbog čega vas je snašla tolika bol da vam se srce rasplakalo? Trenutak šutnje, a onda on odvrati šapatom koji odaje teški napor: -Obeščašćujem vas time što sam ovdje! (...) -Da mogu popraviti to, kneginjice, pretvorio bih sve što je gore na palubi živo u leševe. -Pa ipak ste život svoj žigosali za sva vremena - sramotnim imenom viteza otimača. -Vitez otimač slavan je i častan prema onom mom drugom nedjelu. -Ubojica ste? -Mnogo gore. (...) -Što ste još? -Svetogrdnik! -Svetogrdnik? Kakvu ste to svetinju pogrdili? -Vas! Vas...””
About This Quote
Source Play: Unknown Serbian Drama, early 20th century
A desperate plea for redemption amid suffering, confronting betrayal and moral decay.
In simple terms: Seeking forgiveness while confronting betrayal.
Key Takeaway
Embrace accountability and seek healing.
Themes
redemption
betrayal
morality
despair
justice
Mood
anguished
reflective
dramatic
Type
dialogue
theatrical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- courtroom confession
- personal crisis
- political intrigue
- family conflict
Key Concepts
existential guilt
heroic sacrifice
social stigma
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true redemption require?
- Can betrayal be fully forgiven?
A Different Perspective
The dialogue assumes a clear path to redemption, which may be unrealistic.
