Ag. seems to fear the gods. He decides to refrain from walking on pretty fabric, in fear that if he does, he will offend the gods. But... how did he not think killing his daughter would offend them? I realize that I am not studied in the theology of the Greek pantheon, but surely there is judgment due for his action. AH! There is, in his death. Clym.... However it is spelled, she is the tool of judgment, I think. So, did she do the right thing? I guess so.
Oh, and I commented on the blog of Collin.
This is an intriguing opinion! The Greeks have such a low view of Clytemnestra and yet she's a pawn of the gods' will. She's no different than their acclaimed heroes. Much to think about.
ReplyDeleteGreek mythology is suppose to make sense of the unknown, but it ends up making no sense at all. These gods make no sense, one family member kills another part of the family and we curse your family, so you go to kill another family member to remove the cure. Makes sense right? NOPE!
ReplyDeleteI find that thought interesting as well. The customs of the culture, when concerning what the gods deemed appropriate and incomprehensible is most fascinating.
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