My interpretation of Raskolnikov dream is symbolic. One reason why this dream is symbolic it shows the symbolism of fear and compassion Raskolnikov has towards the horse which relates to the old woman he kills. The character Raskolnikov rarely drinks, but one night he drinks some alcohol which puts him to sleep very quickly. Raskolnikov fell into a deep dream which puts him back into his childhood at the age of seven. During this dream, he witness a horse getting beat by peasant. The beating of the horse, traumatize, shock, and gave Raskolnikov compassion towards the horse. For example, Raskolnikov illustrates his emotions and actions of the results of the horse being beat. For instance, “With a shout he tears through the crowd to the gray
