The Honourable

From the beginning of the play the presence of evil can be seen quite prominently. The witches’ actions cause a ripple effect that prompts characters Lady Macbeth and Macbeth behaviour which leads to the tragic death of Duncan. The witches tell Macbeth a prophecy that plays a part in his downfall. When the third witch says “All hail Macbeth that shalt be king hereafter.” (Shakespeare, 1.3.48), they show indirect evil because they give Macbeth the idea that he can become king. However in the…

For hundreds of years, Western man had been under the rule of the monarchy, namely divine right of kings. However, by the end of the 18th century, Martin Luther, Adam Smith and John Locke had submitted the substantial framework for modern liberal capitalist democracy. Then came the time of the French Revolution and it was blithely expected that again Liberty was on the march. When suddenly came Edmund Burke to rebuke the Jacobins and disapprove the Revolution. Edmund Burke responded to event…

Shakespeare introduces both Macbeth and Banquo as two noblemen, brave warriors who fought side by side courageously for their king. As the play progresses and Banquo uses his wisdom and is upheld as a foil to Macbeth who falls prey to temptation. Banquo’s reaction to the witches’ prophecy shows how he is more rational than Macbeth is. Furthermore, his skepticism to the witches’ prophecy and his decision to let fate take its course shows his wisdom and resilience to evil. Moreover, Banquo’s…

thee."), Othello realises too late, his hamartia. He realises he was "one that loved not wisely, but too well and of one not easily jealous, but being wrought." His suicide serves as catharsis for his actions, and he can only justify himself as an "honourable murderer". Thus, through the use of dramatic techniques, allusion and foreshadowing, Shakespeare effectively implements tragedy in…

While Antony begins to imply Brutus might not be as honorable as they thought “ For Brutus is an honorable man; so are they all, all honourable men-” ( 3.2.75-109) Brutus continues to uses pathos to put across his love for Caesar “ There is tears for his love; joy for his fortune; honour for his valour: and death for ambition”As does Antony “he was my friend, faithful and just to me.”…

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This shows his accountability and honesty. Friar Lawrence is not to blame. He is not perfect; like everyone else he is only human. Friar Lawrence proves to be responsible and honest. His intentions are honourable; he did not intend for anything to go wrong. He reacts quickly to problems he encounters and the plans that did not work out were not his wrongdoings. Often in life things take a turn for the worst whether you like it or not, but it is all in the…

During the Civil Rights movement in 1954-1968 in America, two leaders Martin Luther King Jr and Malcolm X had different methods and philosophies in their seek of civil rights for African-Americans. Both human rights activist’s were influential in their fight for freedom by raising the fallen self-esteem of African-Americans, demanding better living and equality for their people. Although both leaders had the same dream-- equality for African-Americans, their ideologies were very different.…

An inspiration, selfless, honourable; few pilgrims can be described using these words. This pilgrim in The Canterbury Tales is a pilgrim to aspire to be like. The squire is a true knight who is an inspiration to others, a contributing member of society, and one who cares for his lady. To illustrate, the squire is “a cadet, a lad of fire,” he’s passionate and it shows. More specifically, he follows his duty as a squire and goes into battle when ordered, and he is one of the most important…

Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar revolves around one of the central characters Marcus Brutus, a tragic hero who is torn between his loyalty to his friend and duty to his nation. Brutus is honoured as a selfless conspirator, who acts in the pursuit of his public, political responsibilities, his judgment guided by his own personal values and morals. Brutus’s sense of honour and nobility are constantly exploited and taken advantage of by the men he is surrounded by who are filled with abhorrence and…