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The Brother's Karamazov Children Theme The theme of children and their innocence is evident throughout the course of the novel The Brothers Karamazov, especially with the many relationships between parents and their children. The main relationship depicted is that of the Karamazov brothers with their father Fyodor. This kinship greatly contrasts the other significant relationships such as Zossima's with Alexie and Snegirev's with his children. However, the paternal feelings from Zossima and Snegirev are very …

…with life. Second, Alexie and Zossima's relationship is very respectful and great reverence is displayed towards Zossima, as significance of the respect and love rooted in Alexie. Finally, Snegirev and Ilyusha also depict this connection in their comfort and respect for each other; Ilyusha furthermore admires, loves and cares for his father greatly. The expression of Alexie and Ilyusha towards their paternal figure is one of reverence that would be found in humankind toward God.