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Morality plays originated in church services to teach religious lessons to illiterate populations through dramatizing the struggle between good and evil. They would travel between towns for entertainment while remaining anonymous, showing common dilemmas between virtues and vices. Over time, morality plays evolved from religious instruction to more complex dramas representing human nature that influenced later theatrical forms like those of Shakespeare.
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Blank verse is largely reserved for the main scenes while prose is used in the comic scenes.
Doctor faustus
Dr. Faustus commits all seven deadly sins in his pursuit of knowledge and power. He demonstrates pride in believing himself greater than religious doctrines. His coveting of magic leads him to sell his soul to the devil. Faustus displays wrath in mistreating others and envy in desiring the accomplishments of God, the emperor, and Lucifer. He overindulges in food, drink and magic in the form of gluttony. Sloth takes hold as he signs his soul away effortlessly for demonic powers. Finally, Faustus lusts after women and glory through his conjuring of Helen of Troy. His downfall comes as he commits every deadly sin in seeking to elevate himself above God
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Doctor faustus as a tragic hero
This document discusses Christopher Marlowe's play "Dr. Faustus" and whether the titular character can be considered a tragic hero. It notes that Dr. Faustus' downfall stems from his excessive pride ("What God can heart me?") and his desire to be like God, which goes against the indications God gave to save Faustus' life, like the warnings from the old man and good angel. While Faustus' initial intentions of gaining knowledge were noble, his overreaching ambition to be equal to God marked the start of his tragic downfall.
Use of Allegory and Symbolism in Dr. Faustus.
The document discusses the use of allegory and symbolism in Christopher Marlowe's play Doctor Faustus. It provides examples of important allegorical elements in the play, including the Good Angel and Bad Angel representing Faustus' conscience and desires, Helen representing sensual pleasures, and the appearance of the Seven Deadly Sins symbolizing Faustus' surrender to vices. Key symbolic elements are also examined, such as the roles of blood, Mephistophilis representing Faustus' evil nature, and Faustus' rejection of ancient authorities signaling his break from tradition. The summary concisely outlines the main allegorical and symbolic devices used in Marlowe's classic play.
Doctor Faustus by Christopher Marlowe
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Irony (types of irony)
The document defines and provides examples of different types of irony: verbal irony uses sarcasm to express the opposite meaning of what is said, dramatic irony occurs when the reader knows something a character does not, and situational irony involves unexpected situations that are opposite of what was expected. Examples are given for each type of irony to illustrate these concepts.
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This document provides background information on Dr. Faustus as a tragedy. It discusses Aristotle's definition of tragedy, including that it involves serious actions that arouse pity and fear. It also discusses the concept of "hamartia" or tragic flaw. The document then provides an introduction to Christopher Marlowe's play "Tragically History of Dr. Faustus" and discusses the legend that inspired it. It notes that Faustus seeks knowledge through necromancy and destroys himself. The document also discusses religious aspects of the play and how Faustus disobeys God by offering his soul to Lucifer for 24 years in exchange for power. It describes Faustus struggling with doubt and facing a tragic end
Doctor Faustus
Doctor Faustus tells the story of the scholar Faustus who makes a pact with the devil, exchanging his soul for knowledge and power. In the prologue, the chorus introduces Faustus as an ambitious man who rejects his ordinary life and studies magic instead. In his study, Faustus conjures the devil Mephistophilis and agrees to sell his soul to Lucifer in exchange for 24 years of service. Throughout the play, Faustus struggles with doubt and repentance but ultimately refuses to turn back to God. In his final hour, Faustus is damned to hell for all eternity for his pride and rejection of faith.
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