Hatred In Shakespeare's Othello

The fear of interracial marriage in Venetian society is used by Iago in an attempt to alienate Othello. Othello himself acknowledges the fact that interracial marriage is frowned upon and that racism still applies to him despite his position. A common attitude in Venetian society is that black men and women are inhuman and animalistic in nature; Iago capitalizes on this idea in order to aid his plan of antagonizing Othello. Brabantio, Desdemona’s father, is a prime example of the attitude of Venetian society as a whole, in the sense that he “loved” Othello as long as he remained a servant of Venice and would rather Othello not intermingle amongst the Venetian society. Initially Brabantio “oft invited [Othello]” to his home and “queston’d [him] the story of [his] life”, showing an admiration and sincere interest for Othello’s

Universal themes such as trust, love and jealousy have remained embedded in differing texts over the centuries because of their universal relevance and appliance in society today. Using different mediums, composers are still able to explore timeless themes, as they remain relevant to their context using techniques which they utilise to convey their ideas to their targeted audience, A leading example of which is Shakespeare’s Elizabethan play Othello. The prominent themes that are integrated in in the text of jealousy, order versus chaos and appearance vs reality assist in providing a greater understanding of the universal themes Shakespeare upholds. Othello uses poetic and dramatic techniques to suit the audience of the Elizabethan context,

In your view how does Shakespeare’s portrayal of the complex nature of jealousy contribute to the enduring value of Othello?

Interestingly the same Othello, who was previously a favourite of Brabantio and he along with Desdemona had diner so many times with him, now becomes unacceptable to him when he dares to marry his daughter. Othello is shown that he is not fully acceptable in society. His services as a general is needed and indeed lauded, but still he is not acceptable as a son-in-law. So the matter becomes an issue in the Venetian council chamber where the Duke and the other senators are preparing for war against the Turks. There Othello speaks eloquently of his love for Desdemona and she speaks on his behalf, and the Duke exonerates Othello. But in doing so, the Duke obliquely denigrates Othello because of his race- apparently unintentionally in a Freudian slip- telling Brabantio “Your son-in-law is more fair than black” (ibid 1.3. 291) implying that fairness is indeed superior to

Humans are a crazy and confused species. They go their whole lives in search for more than what they have. They crave power and money as if that is what makes their heart beat. People could be brought up in a house where they will never want but they do. Societies in fight for their desires for more than what they need. Businesses hiding the truth to gain money. People are a strange yet curiously interesting species. It is interesting to watch as their emotions change from one to another as if they are connected in some way. They could feel happiness than sadness in seconds. It is sort of like how the characters in Othello change from happiness to fear or jealousy. Jealousy that grows like a disease when surrounded by happiness. Fear that is draw from a corner so deep within by the pain and jealousy brought on by unwanted thoughts. Jealousy is what created the fear but fear is what killed them all.

A brief moment later when Brabantio returns to his bedroom window and shouts out in despair, “It is too true evil. Gone she is, and what’s to come of my despiséd time is naught but bitterness” (1.1.178-180). Iago states that Othello has abducted and is raping Desdemona, “Even now, now, very now, an old black ram is tupping your white ewe” (1.1.97-98). Iago continues to spew racial slurs about Othello as he further explains the horrid acts that begin to implant themselves in Brabantio’s mind. “Your daughter and the Moor are making the beast with two backs” (1.1.129-130). Iago forces these horrendous images into Brabantio’s head because Iago knew it would play off Brabantio’s racist side. Brabantio, remaining furious, gathers a group to hunt and potentially kill Othello. “At every house I’ll call. I may command at most. ––Get weapons, ho! And raise some special officer of night” (1.1.203-205). Once Brabantio and others find Othello, Brabantio orders all swords to be drawn on Othello. “Down with him, thief” (1.2.73-74). Brabantio immediately begins to interrogate Othello, “O, thou foul thief, where hast thou stowed my daughter? (1.2.80-81). Brabantio then comes to the conclusion that Othello “has enchanted her” (1.2.83) through black magic. In Brabantio’s mind, his pure daughter would never be with a black man. Brabantio continues on and states

I can personally relate to the Shakespeare play Othello because of the many themes. These include of racism lack of trust and jealousy. I have experienced and observed these themes through my life.

“Wisely and slow, they stumble that run fast”(Shakespeare II.iii.94). This quote was said by Friar Lawrence in response to Romeo telling him about his marriage plans. In William Shakespeare’s tragedy Romeo & Juliet, characters Romeo and Juliet are caught in between the feud of their two families, which prevents them from truly being together. While ignoring the advice from the most knowledgeable people in their lives (Friar Lawrence and the nurse), their thoughtless and impulsive actions drive them into the ground. The theme of this story is rushing into things and love, and it’s ability to overpower the hate in the story.

In William Shakespeare's tragedy "Othello", jealousy is conveyed by the handkerchief, a symbol that adds to the importance of the work all in all.

Iago is eager to get back to Othello and tell him what Roderigo has done, leaving out the part where he tells Roderigo what is going on. Brabantio finds Othello and accuses him of stealing his daughter and demands he be thrown in prison. Othello explains to Brabantio that he has more urgent matters to attend at the moment, so prison will have to wait. The Duke and senators are waiting for Othello to meet with them on war matters. Brabantio thinks this is an excellent opportunity to accuse Othello of his crimes. What Brabantio does not expect is for Desdemona to be there waiting on Othello so she can go off to war with him. She confesses to her father and the Duke that she is in fact in love with the Moor. Brabantio was in shock and could not believe what his daughter was doing to him. The Duke does allow her to go, but she must be accompanied by Iago because Othello has to leave at once. Iago’s second part of the plan is put in motion when he schemes to make Othello think that Cassio and Desdemona are having an affair. He plans to take out both of his enemies at the same time with a lie. (Shakespeare, Othello, the Moor of Venice)

Love is a compelling emotion and a powerful affection towards someone, which states that in the end nothing would stand in its way. Whereas hatred is an intense emotions to dislike someone. Love is something that unites and hatred is what destructs. William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet shows how Romeo loves Juliet despite caring of the consequences coming from loving someone from the rival family. While describing the feud between the families, Romeo states that “here's much to do with hate, but more with love” (1.1.175).

A lot illogical and rash conduct is not just because of hate but by love as well. One of the aspects that can be seen in Romeo and Juliet is that an individual in a loving relationship and is faced with the obstacle of separation will do anything to be with their partner. This can be seen when Juliet is contemplating a plan with Friar Laurence for her to be with Romeo. “Take thou this vial, being then in bed, little bottle, /And this distilling liquor drink thou off./When presently through all thy veins shall run /A cold and drowsy humor, for no pulse /Shall keep his native progress, but surcease.” (IV.i.94-99).

A.C. Bradley describes Othello as "by far the most romantic figure among Shakespeare's heroes"(Shakespearean Tragedy, 1). This is an unusual description of a man who murders his own wife. However, Othello's feelings of hate for Desdemona started as an overwhelming love for her when their relationship began. This transformation from love to hate also inflicted the characters Iago and Roderigo and like Othello their hatred resulted in the murder of innocent people. Roderigo's love for Desdemona was transformed into hate towards any man that he thought was loved by her. Iago's love for his job and his wife, Emilia changed into a destructive hatred of Cassio and Othello. As a result of

Othello is a black soldier who starts out the play being accused of stealing his soon-to-be wife Desdemona. However, Desdemona loves Othello very much and the two are going to get married even though Desdemona 's father doesn’t approve. Iago, Othello 's right hand man, is angered at the fact that Othello picked a man by the name of Cassio to be more important to him. Iago comes up with a plan to bring down Othello but eventually leads into the downfall of most of the characters. During a fight, Cassio is striped of his lieutenant markings and has to try to please Othello. Because Othello does not care anymore, he goes to Desdemona to seek help. Iago uses the meeting between Cassio and Desdemona against them and tries to make Othello believe that they are seeing each other. Iago plants a handkerchief in Cassio 's room and begins to tell Othello about what he has "seen"

The play Othello by William Shakespeare was published during the 16th century, it is one of Shakespeare’s popular and controversial plays. Shakespeare depicts Othello’s race as placing him apart in some respects from the predominantly white European society in which he lives. Jealousy is another of the main themes in Othello. Iago is the first character to start the sparks of jealousy in Othello, and in the end, causes the downfall of Othello and Desdemona. In the end, racism and jealousy are the causes of the tragedy in Othello.