Conflict In Othello

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When Individuals give into emotion, then conflict will generally arise.
Is this statement true of the texts you have studied? In your answer refer to your core text and one related text.
Conflict generally arises when individuals give into emotion. This is conveyed in the plays, Othello by William Shakespeare and Medea by Euripides through various literary devices. Both plays explore the concepts that conflict is often a result of strong feelings or emotions, Emotions such as passion and conflict rely on each other and deep emotions often override good judgement, which can lead to conflict. In Othello, the combination of his love for Desdemona, Iagos jealousy of Othello and the depth of emotion Othello feels at Desdemona’s alleged betrayal culminate in conflict. Similarly in Medea, Jason’s betrayal in leaving his wife for another woman triggered Medea (Jason’s Wife) into a frenzied rage, resulting in her murdering their two children, to bring Jason as much pain as he brought her.
Relinquishing to strong feelings and emotions often lead to situations of conflict. In Othello, this is portrayed continually throughout the play. Othello’s deep love for Desdemona fuels various conflicts that arise. Emotions of inner conflict such as betrayal and Jealousy cause Othello to express physical conflict by slapping Desdemona- something completely out of character that “would not be believed in Venice” as Lodovico says. If Othello’s emotions were not so invested in Desdemona, he would not have been so consumed by jealousy and frustration to entirely change character and become a mere reflection of his true self.
Giving into emotions such as Jealousy result in conflict. Medea, after her transformation from suicidal despair to sadistic fury unleashes her revenge on Glauce, her husband’s new bride. In her jealousy, Medea sends several poisoned gifts to Glauce, which kill her.
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