Anna Karenina, Part 5, Chapter 6 summary
Part 5, Chapter 6 of 239 · 3 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 6, Levin and Kitty complete their wedding ceremony, and her overflowing happiness draws him into the same joyful mood despite their uncertainty about the rituals. They leave the church with a new sense of unity, then depart for the country after supper that night.
What happens
- Levin and Kitty step onto the pink silk without remembering the belief that the first person becomes head of the household.
- They answer the marriage questions, while Kitty finds herself too happy to follow the prayers closely.
- The crowns, readings, shared wine, and procession around the lectern bring joy to the couple and those around them.
- The priest finishes the ceremony and tells the newlyweds to kiss.
- Levin leaves with Kitty feeling newly united with her, and they depart for the country after supper.
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What to notice
The formal ceremony becomes a felt bond for Levin. Their shared look makes the marriage seem real to him.
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What do the newlyweds do after supper that night?
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