William Shakespeare's works are known for their tendency to address foreign culture and religion. In "Othello", the effects of a confrontation between protestant England and the newly-civilized moor are demonstrated through intrigues and mistrust. In this term paper I want to highlight the effects of this confrontation. Moreover, I want to address the tragedy of misunderstanding between foregin cultures and false preachers.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Iago, the treacherous preacher
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay aims to analyze the portrayal of different religions, namely Christianity and "otherness," in Shakespeare's Othello, with a focus on how these religious themes are visualized in the play and secondary material. The essay will also explore the potential influence of historical and cultural contexts on the representation of these themes.
- The significance of religious "otherness" in Shakespearean drama
- The role of Iago as a Christian extremist and his manipulation of religious beliefs
- The representation of Christian intolerance and the suppression of other religions in Elizabethan England
- The intersection of race, religion, and social prejudice in the play
- The significance of visual imagery and language in portraying religious themes
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This section provides an overview of the essay's objectives and its focus on analyzing religious themes in Othello. It also discusses the importance of considering historical and cultural contexts and the value of secondary sources in understanding the play.
- Iago, the treacherous preacher: This chapter delves into Iago's character and his motivations for manipulating Othello. It explores how Iago uses religious rhetoric and prejudice to further his own agenda, suggesting a connection between Christianity, intolerance, and racial prejudice.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key themes and concepts explored in this essay include: religious "otherness," Christianity, Islam, Othello, Iago, prejudice, race, Elizabethan England, historical context, cultural representation, manipulation, rhetoric, and the visual arts.
- Quote paper
- Volker Hartmann (Author), 2011, Affinity and Polarity in Shakespeare's "Othello" – Analyzing the 'Otherness' With Respect to Protestant England, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/208180
