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`We own defeat; go forth to the upper world, yet by this appointed doom--fare thou as comrade behind thy husband, and thou, look not back upon thy wife until bright day shall have revealed the gods of heaven, and the opening of Spartan Taenarus shall be at hand.' - Hades
Seneca, Hercules Furens 569 ff (trans. Miller) (Roman tragedy C1st A.D.)
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What was Orpheus mistake that broke his vow to Hades?
Orpheus turned to look back upon Eurydice to be sure Hades had kept his word (when Hades had told him not to do so).
Do You Think Hades Was Fair To Orpheus and Eurydice?
I think Hades was fair, as he allowed Orpheus to bring Eurydice back to the land of the living. Personally, I don't think Hades does that for every person he meets. It was Orpheus's fault for turning back.
Why did hades first agree to return eurydice to orpheus?
Hades initially agreed to return Eurydice to Orpheus as a test of Orpheus's love and faith. He was intrigued by Orpheus's extraordinary musical talent, which had the power to move even the hearts of the dead. By allowing Orpheus to retrieve Eurydice, Hades sought to see if Orpheus would trust in the conditions set forth and not look back at her until they reached the surface. This agreement reflects the themes of trust, love, and the trials that often accompany them in mythology.
Where is the setting for Orpheus and Eurydice?
Most of it takes place in the Underworld of Hades.
How did Orpheus convince Hades to let Eurydice leave the underworld?
Orpheus convinced Hades to let Eurydice leave the underworld by his enchanting music, which moved Hades and Persephone deeply. He played mournful melodies that expressed his love and despair over losing Eurydice. Touched by his sorrow, Hades agreed to let her go on the condition that Orpheus must not look back at her until they had both reached the surface.
What was Orpheus mistake that broke his vow to Hades?
Orpheus turned to look back upon Eurydice to be sure Hades had kept his word (when Hades had told him not to do so).
Do You Think Hades Was Fair To Orpheus and Eurydice?
I think Hades was fair, as he allowed Orpheus to bring Eurydice back to the land of the living. Personally, I don't think Hades does that for every person he meets. It was Orpheus's fault for turning back.
Does Hades have tories about him?
Yes, there are stories with Hades in them, such as with Orpheus and Hercules and Dionysus.
Who went to the underworld to get his lover from hades?
Orpheus
What were the terms of the understanding between orpheus and Hades?
Hades promised to let Eurydice return, if on the trip Orpheus would not turn round before reaching his own home.
When Hades hears Orpheus's music he what?
When Hades hears Orpheus's music, he is deeply moved by its beauty and emotional depth. The enchanting melodies stir feelings within him, prompting a rare moment of compassion. Touched by Orpheus's love for Eurydice, Hades ultimately allows Orpheus to take her back to the living world, but with the condition that he must not look back at her until they reach the surface.
Why did hades first agree to return eurydice to orpheus?
Hades initially agreed to return Eurydice to Orpheus as a test of Orpheus's love and faith. He was intrigued by Orpheus's extraordinary musical talent, which had the power to move even the hearts of the dead. By allowing Orpheus to retrieve Eurydice, Hades sought to see if Orpheus would trust in the conditions set forth and not look back at her until they reached the surface. This agreement reflects the themes of trust, love, and the trials that often accompany them in mythology.
What hero used music to get his loved one from Hades?
Orpheus did.
Maker of Beautiful music who charmed the king and queen of hades?
Orpheus.
The flute player that tried to get his wife back from hades?
Orpheus, and it was the lyre.
Whom did orpheus seek to bring back from hades?
Eurydice his wife.
Where is the setting for Orpheus and Eurydice?
Most of it takes place in the Underworld of Hades.
