Euripides

wrote about tragic heroes, but each one chose to focus on different characteristics, depending on how they defined a tragic hero. This is why when examining the characters Oedipus, in Oedipus the King (Sophocles), and Hippolytus, in Hippolytus (Euripides), and comparing their actions to Aristotle’s definition of a tragic hero, many differences are found, but some consistent similarities. Although, this does not mean that one definition is more correct than the other, instead…

In ancient Greek plays it is often believed that tragic heroes have no one to turn to, to rectify or correct the injustices brought upon them. In Corinthian society woman have been betrayed, but none as much as Euripides’ Medea. Some say that Euripides makes a strong case for causes of betrayal, and that there is no admiration of loyalty. There are certain claims made throughout the story that show particular points of betrayal, both done against and by Medea. The chorus claims that Medea killed…

as a mean to create a dilemma in their plays, add a layer of meaningful depth to the human death, and/or to stage a tragedy that invokes pity and provokes conclusions. As Wilkins noted, human sacrifice, in the works of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, is, more often than not, related to the gods within Greek mythology—it is a call that comes…

In the play Medea by Euripides the character Jason’s marriage to the Princess of Creon is done to bring benefit to his family but Medea’s emotions have overtaken her to see this. Jason uses logos to create a well thought out argument. As for Medea, is controlled by her feelings, which do not let her make rational decision and this is seen through the syntax that is used in the passage. Jason creates a structured argument to support the benefit the family will receive with the marriage of the…

Religion will, no matter what culture or environment, always be a sensitive topic brought up in conversation. Religion has been dated back before the birth of Jesus Christ which has been placed centuries before that. Religion was a big use and continues to be a use in telling stories or reaching out to specific audiences. We must ask ourselves, “What was Religion’s main use & significance in Theatre Culture?” I’ve chosen this topic because the subject is talked about briefly. We just know the…

that women are better at than men are as well. Women have always been strong, hard working and selfless. After reading and analyzing works from all eras and aspects of literature by Euripides, Chopin and Woolf, it is clear that the three works highlight the role and image of women. The tragedy Medea written by Euripides, was constructed during the classical era and during this time, women were domesticated, took care of their families and had few rights. Medea, who in Greek mythology was a…

The Darkness within a Person The author of the ancient Greek tragedy Medea is called Euripides. This author is considered “one of the most gifted Athenian playwrights of the fifth century BCE… was also well known for his poetry and only 19 plays of work have survived until today” (Emmons and Tschen). Euripides was such an influential writer during his time because of his approach on Literature was different amongst other playwrights. His plays conveyed a “darker side of existence, with plot…

Some people might think Medea is a victimizer in the play, but I do not. I believe Medea was just a victimizer, however, I believe she was also a victim in this situation. I will discuss in detail the way Medea was a victim and a victimizer in Euripides play Medea. I will also discuss if I believe Medea was more of a victim or a victimizer. First, Medea’s whole situation started from her husband Jason being unfaithful. This already makes Medea a victim to cheating and harsh emotions as shown…

Medea’s Godlike Character As humans, we experience an array of emotions, but our emotions can only take us so far. In the tragic play Medea, Euripides uses Medea’s emotions such as rage, jealousy, and pride to create her complex character, which is more godlike than human. Medea is an ancient Athenian tragedy, and it’s vital to realize that emotions may have been interpreted differently in 431 B.C.E, when Medea was first performed (Puchner, 784). Even in ancient Greek literature, it is…

Some issues and obstacles faced by humans withstand change over time. This is highly evident in the plays of Medea and Oedipus the King. W.J. Miller even states that although the ideology of humans changed, people who love literature find themselves facing the same challenges literary characters, such as Oedipus, have. Oedipus the King presents the audience with the themes of fate versing freewill and disease and epidemics, these themes are apparent in any civilization located anywhere in the…