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Is it? What does it mean to have a "flawed character"? It has been pointed out that the same character trait might be considered a flaw in one person while its opposite is considered a flaw in someone else. Macbeth is flawed because he is ambitious; Lear is flawed because he lacks ambition. Hamlet is flawed because he is intellectual; Othello is flawed because he is emotional. All of these judgements are pointless, because every possible human being has a "flawed character". Shakespeare's characters make choices (which might be based on character traits or not) and sometimes these choices lead them into deep trouble. Macbeth is a great example of this because the choice he makes which ruins his life is not really in character for him.
So, let's look at Claudius. He was in love with his brother's wife, and had ambitions to inherit the crown. He took action and murdered his brother and got the widow's love. He is decisive and ruthless. In assessing his character we are constantly being led astray by Hamlet's remarks about him. Hamlet tries to portray Claudius as a poltroon, devoted to boozing and sex. But he is not really like that. His solution to the Fortinbras problem is neat and involves no loss of Danish life. He is courageous as his dealing with Laertes shows. He is a good king and a loving husband, even if he is a murderer. His soliloquy "O my offence is rank" reveals the clarity with which he is able to think about the consequences of the bold action he took to become king and Gertrude's husband. He realizes that in doing so he may well have given up any chance for heaven, and can only hope for (and cannot even pray for) an undeserved forgiveness. His motto may well be "Take what you want and pay for it, says God." I think there is something noble in this, and not flawed at all.
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Is the character Claudius consistent?
Claudius, from Shakespeare's "Hamlet," displays a complex mix of consistency and inconsistency in his character. He is consistently manipulative and power-hungry, exhibiting a calculated demeanor as he navigates the political landscape of Denmark. However, his internal conflict, guilt over murdering King Hamlet, and fear of exposure reveal inconsistencies in his moral compass. This duality enhances the complexity of his character, making him both a compelling antagonist and a deeply flawed individual.
Who is the outsider archetype in the Lion King?
The outsider archetype in The Lion King is mostly likely Scar as his character are archetypes of King Claudius in Hamlet and the title character in Richard III.
How do the words and 'Thou turn a mine eyes into my very soul' show that Hamlet is succeeding in his goal?
Gertrude is examining herself and her actions in hastily marrying Claudius which Hamlet blames her so completely for, which is exactly what Hamlet wants. But it could be that it is the revelation that Claudius was the murderer of her first husband that is causing her concern, and that the spots she sees on her soul are her failure to examine Claudius's character more closely before marrying him. That is, Hamlet thinks that Gertrude was wrong to marry Claudius at all, whether because of worship of his father, or aversion to Claudius, but Gertrude may be regretting her marriage to Claudius only because it appears that he committed murder so he could marry her, not because of any other reason.
Claudius hopes that Hamlet will be killed in?
Claudius hopes that Hamlet will be killed in England. Claudius is the King and is also the brother of Hamlet.
To whom was Hamlet referring when he said Those that are married already all but one shall live?
He is talking about Claudius and about killing him.
Is the character Claudius consistent?
Claudius, from Shakespeare's "Hamlet," displays a complex mix of consistency and inconsistency in his character. He is consistently manipulative and power-hungry, exhibiting a calculated demeanor as he navigates the political landscape of Denmark. However, his internal conflict, guilt over murdering King Hamlet, and fear of exposure reveal inconsistencies in his moral compass. This duality enhances the complexity of his character, making him both a compelling antagonist and a deeply flawed individual.
If a character demonstrates hamartia then he or she is?
Flawed
How does the character demonstrate this quality?
flawed
Which character helps hamlet observe claudius' reaction to the play?
Hamlet asks Horatio to observe Claudius.
Who is Claudius in Julius Caesar?
Claudius is a fictional king in William Shakespeare's "Hamlet." He was the brother and uncle of King Hamlet and Hamlet.
Is claudious a good or bad character in Hamlet?
I think Claudius was a bad character because he killed King Hamlet, Prince Hamlet's father.
You like flawed characters because somewhere in them you see the truth?
Yes. But not somewhere - everywhere. Real people are complex, they have layers, they are a mass of contradictions and completely imperfect. A flawed character mirrors this.
Who is the outsider archetype in the Lion King?
The outsider archetype in The Lion King is mostly likely Scar as his character are archetypes of King Claudius in Hamlet and the title character in Richard III.
Why is Christianity flawed?
Christianity is not flawed
Did Claudius's son become emperor when Claudius died?
Yes, in a way. Nero followed Claudius as emperor and Nero was the adopted son of Claudius. Britannicus was the biological son of Claudius, but he never became emperor.Yes, in a way. Nero followed Claudius as emperor and Nero was the adopted son of Claudius. Britannicus was the biological son of Claudius, but he never became emperor.Yes, in a way. Nero followed Claudius as emperor and Nero was the adopted son of Claudius. Britannicus was the biological son of Claudius, but he never became emperor.Yes, in a way. Nero followed Claudius as emperor and Nero was the adopted son of Claudius. Britannicus was the biological son of Claudius, but he never became emperor.Yes, in a way. Nero followed Claudius as emperor and Nero was the adopted son of Claudius. Britannicus was the biological son of Claudius, but he never became emperor.Yes, in a way. Nero followed Claudius as emperor and Nero was the adopted son of Claudius. Britannicus was the biological son of Claudius, but he never became emperor.Yes, in a way. Nero followed Claudius as emperor and Nero was the adopted son of Claudius. Britannicus was the biological son of Claudius, but he never became emperor.Yes, in a way. Nero followed Claudius as emperor and Nero was the adopted son of Claudius. Britannicus was the biological son of Claudius, but he never became emperor.Yes, in a way. Nero followed Claudius as emperor and Nero was the adopted son of Claudius. Britannicus was the biological son of Claudius, but he never became emperor.
Who was Appius Claudius Nero?
Appius Claudius Nero was the father of Tiberius Claudius Nero, who was the father of Tiberius Claudius Nero, the Emperor of Rome.
Is there a way to show that 1 equals 0?
Only if you use flawed math.Only if you use flawed math.Only if you use flawed math.Only if you use flawed math.
