The ides is the subdivision of the month on the Roman calendar. Some months is on the 13th of the month and some days it is on the 15th of the month. The feast of the Lupercal was festival that was a tribute to the god of fertility (our Valentine's Day is on the 14th of the month of February, no coincidence), and it is also a communal event. Shakespeare makes use of some historical fact that Caesar was assassinated on the 15th of March (ides of March), exactly one month from the feast of Lupercal (ides fo February). There is also the famous "beware the ides of March" line spoken by the soothsayer. In my opinion, the key to including the feast is that it is a communal event, in which Romans as a community become involved in the Tragedy by offering to Caesar the crown of emperor / king. This implicates the people of Rome in the tragedy (i.e. the death of the Roman Republic). In this way the personal tragedy (Brutus' personal betrayal of the laws of Rome and of Caesar), is mirrored in by the community, who have already abandoned the ideals of the Republic in offering Caesar the crown.
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This is a true statement. In Act I, Scene 1 of the play Julius Caesar, the people are parading in the streets, celebrating the victory of Julius Caesar in Rome.
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A street in Rome.
the feast of lupercal
Act 1 Scene IMurellus speaking to Flavvus says..."You know it is the feast of Lupercal"?Lupercus is also known as the God 'Pan'.
Act One of Julius Caesar covers a relatively short period, spanning just a few days. It begins with the celebration of the Feast of Lupercal and introduces the political tensions in Rome. The act sets the stage for the conspiracy against Caesar, culminating in discussions among the conspirators about their plans. Overall, the events unfold quickly, establishing the characters and their motivations.
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In Act I of Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," Casca reports to Brutus and Cassius that during the Feast of Lupercal, Caesar was offered a crown three times by Mark Antony but refused it each time. The crowd cheered for Caesar, but Casca interpreted his behavior as a façade, suggesting that Caesar actually desired the crown but wanted to appear humble. Casca also notes that Caesar looked pale and faint after the third refusal, indicating his internal struggle with the power he craved. This event heightens the tension surrounding Caesar's ambition and the perception of his leadership.
In Act 1, Scene 1 of "Julius Caesar," the holiday being celebrated is the Feast of Lupercal. This festival, held in mid-February, was dedicated to the Roman god Lupercus and involved various rites intended to promote fertility and purification. The holiday also included a race where young men would run through the streets, striking women with whips made of goat skin, believed to enhance fertility. The scene sets the stage for the political tensions surrounding Julius Caesar and the events that will unfold.
In Act 1 of Julius Caesar, imagery is used vividly to convey themes and emotions. For example, the descriptions of the festivities in Rome, such as the Feast of Lupercal, create a vibrant scene of celebration, contrasting with the underlying tension and political intrigue. Additionally, characters like Cassius use imagery to evoke feelings of danger and foreshadow the conspiracies against Caesar, emphasizing his growing power and the potential consequences for Rome. This rich imagery enhances the play's dramatic tension and sets the stage for the unfolding tragedy.
Antony said this of Caesar in Act II, Scene 3, in the Forum. Play is The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, by William Shakespeare. The actual line is this: "You all did see that on the Lupercal I thrice presented him a kingly crown, Which he did thrice refuse: was this ambition?" There is a link below to help you along.
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His response to Julius Caesar was .. would you like a Caesar salad ? :)
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