In Fyodor Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov, the author tries to give insight into humanity based on the analysis of the thoughts and actions of a select few. This is accomplished through the studying of the interactions and connections between three brothers and their father. One of these three brothers, Alyosha Fyodorovich Karamazov, provides a stark contrast to the other characters in the story, with his saintly demeanor juxtaposing their sinfulness. Alyosha seems to be the very embodiment of Father Zossima's teachings - a complete philanthropist, slow to judge others, and truly loved by all whom he meets.

Alyosha's love of humanity is an integral part of his personality. He seems to want to help others at all times. He spends all of his energy helping others, doing good deeds and trying to bring others to salvation. He delivers messages between his brother Dmitri and his fiancée Katerina...