Dostoyevsky, Just After His Death Sentence Was Repealed, on the Meaning of Life
The Marginalian • 2/11/2026 – 2/12/2026
Summary
Dostoyevsky, after his death sentence was repealed, expressed his views on the meaning of life. He stated that to be a human being among people and to remain one forever, regardless of circumstances, is essential. He emphasized that life’s task is to not grow despondent and not to lose heart.
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