This is similar to the image of God the Father as always welcoming; there is no sin dark enough to push Him away. Once Razumikhin welcomes Raskolnikov in, his caring and fatherly qualities are seen when he says "come and sit, you look tired." Razumikhin is concerned for his friend and offers him offers him comfort and safety. Here the readers sees an image of Razumikhin taking in his lost, troubled friend in, providing a refuge in a sense. .
The father is also known as the protector, as said in this verse, "The Lord will keep you from all harm-he will watch over your life" (Pslams 121-7). Once Razumikhin sees Raskolnikov is ill and in need of help, his protective traits kick in. Raskolnikov even at times tries to push away the help offered but Razumikhin refuses to leave his friend; "You dare tell me to leave you alone? Do you know what I'm going to do with you now? I'm going to pick you up, put you under my arm, take you home and place you under lock and key!" (204) The way Razumikhin takes offense that Raskolnikov would even ask for him to be left alone shows that he is determined to stay at his side and offers reassurance of safety. Razumikhin tells Raskolnikov that he is literally going to pick him up, which again alludes to Razumkhin being portayed as a God-like figure. He is shown to be above Raskolnikov, and possesses a strength that his weak and broken friend needs. .
God the Father has an unexceptional, undying love for everyone. Few can posses such a trait, but Razumikhin does. Not only does Razumikhin demonstrate devotion to Raskolnikov but he also shows compassion for Raskolnikov's sister and mother, Dunia and Pulkheria Aleksandrovna. When Razumikhin is talking to both of them, reassuring them about Raskolnikov, he suddenly exclaims, "How I love you both!" (259) This sudden, outburst of joy and love shows the incredible capability Razumikhin has to love others.
