# Tomash Billevich — The Deluge character guide

> Tomash Billevich in The Deluge by Henryk Sienkiewicz.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Tomash, Pan Tomash Billevich, Pan Billevich, Pan Tomash, Billevich, Tomash Billevich, Very Gracious Pan Billevich

**First appearance:** 0007-i

## Who they are

A nobleman and relative of Olenka, serving as her guardian.

## In the story

### [XIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xiv)

The sword-bearer of Rossyeni; Radzivill has spoken with him about Kmita's marriage to Olenka; he is present at the ball and is greeted by the prince.

### [XVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xvii)

The sword-bearer of Rossyeni; Radzivill orders Kmita to bring him and his niece to Kyedani by force if necessary.

### [XXI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxi)

Hesitates to flee due to property concerns, but is persuaded by Volodyovski. Also resists Kmita's invitation to Kyedani but weakens until Olenka intervenes.

### [XXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxii)

Brought to Kyedani with Olenka; he tells Radzivill the story of Volodyovski's escape to deflect suspicion.

### [XXXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xxxv)

Defies Boguslav's threats, choosing imprisonment in Taurogi over Kyedani; later drinks with Boguslav.

### [LXXXIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxxiii)

Returns to find his estate burned; enraged, he plans to raise a force and attack the Swedes.

### [LXXXIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxxiv)

Initially astonished by the prince's proposal, he is persuaded by Boguslav's patriotic reasoning and agrees to a secret marriage.

### [LXXXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxxv)

Recovers from injury, receives Boguslav's letter about the money, and reacts with fury.

### [LXXXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/lxxxvi)

Despairing over lost money and captivity; later comforts Olenka and expresses faith in Sapyeha and divine justice.

### [XCIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xciii)

The sword-bearer of Rossyeni, now leading a sizable insurgent party, he welcomes the maidens and plans to attack Ponyevyej.

### [XCIV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xciv)

Leads the defense of Volmontovichi, believing in Babinich's imminent arrival and later pursuing the retreating enemy.

### [XCVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xcvi)

Olenka's uncle, managing Vodokty with her; accompanies her on the ride and later questions her feelings about Kmita.

### [XCVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_deluge_se/chapters/xcvii)

Accompanies Olenka to church and leaves with her after the service.

## Links

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