Prometheus Bound
“Destruction of power is unjust, destruction of corrupt power deserves justice.”Disobeying the god of gods, Zeus, a mere titan with the power of foresight challenges the powers of the heaven that ultimately leads to his destruction. Prometheus Bound, a play by Aeschylus, portrays the punishment of this titan, Prometheus. Prometheus receives reprimand because he turns against Zeus’ demands by giving the gift of fire to man. In turn, Zeus orders the titans, Might and Violence, to bind Prometheus to a rock for all eternity. Through the viewpoint of Prometheus, the chorus of Oceanids, and Might, Aeschylus clearly develops the theme of the penalty for the corruption of power. First of all, to understand the unlawful penalty in which Prometheus endures, the most substantial viewpoint comes from his very own eyes. In fact, Prometheus protests the injustice of his position when he states, “The gifts I gave to man have harnessed me beneath this harsh duress”(6). Seemingly, Prometheus receives castigation for his kind acts towards man instead of gratitude. By disobeying Zeus, Prometheus risks his well being for the sake of helping mankind. Overrun by his feelings of injustice, Prometheus conveys the plight of his misfortunes i
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Approximate Word count = 966
Approximate Pages = 4 (250 words per page double spaced)
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