Fyodor Dostoevsky

Fyodor Dostoevsky, the undisputed master of Russian literary angst, penned classics that explored themes of morality, religion, and the complex inner lives of his characters. His works, such as "Crime and Punishment" and "The Brothers Karamazov," are cornerstones of world literature, often cited for their profound psychological depth and philosophical inquiries. He spent years in Siberian exile, which only seemed to fuel his famously intense worldview. He was very much a Russian writer through and through.

While Dostoevsky's influence on existentialism and psychology is undeniable, his personal views on Jewish people were, shall we say, less than flattering. Historians and literary critics have widely documented his anti-Semitic leanings, particularly in his later writings and private correspondence. He frequently depicted Jewish characters in stereotypical and negative ways, often attributing societal ills to them.

Given his fervent Russian Orthodox faith and his rather public, deeply ingrained anti-Semitism, it's safe to say that Dostoevsky wasn't exactly lighting candles for Hanukkah. His "Jewish score" is as low as the depths of Raskolnikov's despair, earning him a decisive "Not a Jew" verdict. Perhaps a re-read of "The Idiot" is in order, just to confirm.