The Psychological Battle in Crime and Punishment: Raskolnikov’s Burden

🔍Inspector Porfiry slowly reveals his knowledge about Raskolnikov's crime, causing him to feel increasingly threatened.

🔒The theory of extraordinary men, presented by Raskolnikov in his article, triggers a debate about the justification of crimes committed by those who consider themselves above ordinary laws.

💀Raskolnikov's paranoia grows as he realizes that he is being watched and fears being discovered.

🤔Porfiry questions whether Raskolnikov sees himself as an extraordinary man, fueling Raskolnikov's internal conflict.

😱Raskolnikov's guilt and anxiety reach a peak when a stranger whispers 'murderer' to him on the street.

What does Inspector Porfiry reveal to Raskolnikov?

—Inspector Porfiry reveals that he knows about Raskolnikov's engagement with the pawnbroker and slowly unveils his extensive knowledge about Raskolnikov's recent activities.

What is the theory of extraordinary men?

—The theory posits that extraordinary individuals have the right to commit crimes, including murder, for the greater good. It argues that they are exempt from ordinary laws due to their exceptional nature.

How does Raskolnikov's paranoia intensify?

—As Inspector Porfiry reveals his knowledge and hints at Raskolnikov's involvement in the crime, Raskolnikov becomes increasingly paranoid, fearing that he is being watched and that his actions will be discovered.

What question does Porfiry pose to Raskolnikov?

—Porfiry questions whether Raskolnikov perceives himself as an extraordinary man, prompting Raskolnikov to confront his own beliefs and internal conflict.

What disturbs Raskolnikov on the street?

—A stranger whispers 'murderer' to Raskolnikov, causing his mind to spiral out of control and intensifying his anxiety and guilt.

00:01Part 3, Chapter 5 begins with Raskolnikov feigning lightheartedness when meeting Porfiry, the police investigator.

00:14Porfiry slowly reveals his knowledge about Raskolnikov's engagement with the pawnbroker, increasing Raskolnikov's unease.

00:38Porfiry brings up an article Raskolnikov wrote about crime, discussing the theory of extraordinary men and justifying their actions.

01:08Razumikhin is horrified by Raskolnikov's acceptance of bloodshed for the sake of his idea.

01:26Raskolnikov's paranoia intensifies, leading him to search for evidence he may have missed at home.

02:00Raskolnikov's anxiety escalates when a stranger whispers 'murderer' to him on the street.

02:22Raskolnikov reflects on his lack of courage and doubts his belief in his actions as justified.

03:09Raskolnikov declares he shall never forgive the old woman, blaming her for his current state.