1. The Divine Trinity
In the novel Crime and Punishment by Fydor Dostoevsky, Dostoevsky utilizes three unlikely characters to portray this same image of the Holy Trinity. ... Dostoevsky makes it clear that Razumikhin is a significant character for a reason. ... Dostoevsky refers to Sonya throughout the book as a child, emphasizing her innocence and gentleness. ... Dostoevsky uses the symbol of a child to reveal Sonya's true innocence and good intentions. ... Dostoevsky also notes Sonya as a dove when Marmelodov is talking again, "My little Dove" (28). ...
- Word Count: 1936
- Approx Pages: 8
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: High School