Psyche. Crime and Punishment delves into this confusing and intricate realm to determine what makes an “insider” and “outsider”. Rodya begins the story in a unique situation because I would neither characterize him as an insider or outsider at this point in the story. All the characters in other books have had a defined role in society. However, after the murders, Rodya distances himself from the “insiders” and as his mental health deteriorates, so does his presence in society. I believe there is a deeper message in this, which relates back to a classic quote, “Always believe in yourself.” It sounds cheesy and elementary, however, when one examines Rodya’s situation, his mental psyche is what ultimately demands his expulsion from society. If Rodya had a greater sense of mental strength he probably would have even gotten away with committing the murder and used the sense of “superman” power to greater his position in society and become an “insider.” Rodya’s thoughts and mental state are ultimately his downfall in what determines his spot as an “outsider” in the Russian society in which he resided.
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