Chronological Chart

Day of the Murder

After talking all night, Zossima dies early in the morning; Alyosha remains with the elder's body.

At 2 p.m., the body begins to smell; Alyosha is in despair.

Rakitin discovers Alyosha and tempts him.

Alyosha agrees to go to Grushenka's house.

Arrives at Grushenka's and hears of her ex-lover's return.

Watches Grushenka leave to join her ex-lover.

Returns to the monastery.

At the monastery, dreams of the wedding in Cana and also undergoes his mystical experience.

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