Dmitri Fyodorovitch Karamazov
The eldest Karamazov brother, a passionate and sensual soldier.
Core Belief
"Beauty and love are the most important things in life, but they are often intertwined with suffering and degradation. He longs for redemption and strives to overcome his base desires, but struggles to control his impulses."
Worldview
Mitya sees the world as a battleground between good and evil, with humanity caught in the middle. He is torn between his longing for spiritual purity and his susceptibility to sensual temptations, and seeks to find meaning and purpose in his suffering.
Personality
Dmitri, often called Mitya, is defined by his intense passions, impulsiveness, and inner turmoil. He is generous and noble-hearted but prone to reckless behavior and fits of rage. He struggles with his sensuality and strives for redemption.
In Their Own Words
"“I’m not drinking, I’m only ‘indulging,’ as that pig, your Rakitin, says. He’ll be a civil councilor one day, but he’ll always talk about ‘indulging.’"
"“Teacher! what must I do to gain eternal life?”"
"“Forgive me, gentlemen, for perhaps I seem to be taking part in this shameful foolery. I made a mistake in believing that even a man like Fyodor Pavlovitch would understand what was due on a visit to so honored a personage. I did not suppose I should have to apologize simply for having come with him....”"
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