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Eurípides es uno de los pilares fundamentales en la historia del teatro y el arte dramático. En esta obra, se nos presente la historia de Jasón, quien regresó de la Cólquide con el vellocino de oro, seduciendo a la hija del rey Eetes, Medea.

This collection presents the works of the three fathers of ancient Greek tragedies: Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. The reader of this collection will be able to comprehend how the plots and conflicts populating classical tragedy developed. The principle theme of Aeschylus' tragedies is the idea of fate being omnipotent and the futility in struggling against it. The tragedies of Sophocles reflect the era of the Greeks' victorious war against the Persians, which opened up commercial prosperity through trade.

La pensée antique est au fondement de l'histoire des idées et de la philosophie occidentale. Fondamentalement pratique et axée sur le quotidien, elle est marquée par le stoïcisme et la recherche de la sagesse sous toutes ses formes. Découvrez-en toute la profondeur en 400 citations soigneusement choisies pour présenter sous forme condensée les enseignements majeurs des figures incontournables de la Grèce antique.

Diese Hörbuch-Edition vereint zentrale Werke des antiken griechischen Theaters – Texte, in denen sich die Grundfragen menschlicher Existenz erstmals in dramatischer Form verdichten: Schuld und Verantwortung, Macht und Moral, Liebe und Gewalt, Individuum und Gemeinschaft. Entstanden im Athen des 5. Jahrhunderts v. Chr., treten Tragödie und Komödie hier in einen spannungsreichen Dialog.

In a gripping tale of revenge and moral conflict, Orestes finds himself haunted by the Furies after fulfilling Apollos command to avenge his fathers murder by killing his mother, Clytemnestra. As he grapples with the torment of his actions, only his sister Electra can bring him solace amidst the chaos. However, a powerful faction in Argos seeks his death for the crime he committed, and Orestes salvation hinges on the return of his uncle Menelaus, fresh from the Trojan War and laden with wealth. Set against the backdrop of a complex web of familial ties and moral dilemmas, this play unfolds ...

In Euripides powerful tragedy, Electra (the Unmated One), the title character is consumed by a fierce hatred for her mother, Clytemnestra, and her stepfather, Aegisthus, who orchestrated the murder of her father, Agamemnon. Bound in a platonic marriage to a kind-hearted but destitute old peasant, Electra yearns for the return of her brother, Orestes, to help her exact revenge. When Orestes finally arrives, they embark on their fated mission, only to discover that the outcome is as tragically hollow as the vengeance that fueled their quest. Unlike Sophocles, who presents revenge in a ...

Alcestis, the earliest surviving play by Euripides, tells the poignant tale of a devoted wife who willingly sacrifices her life for that of her husband, King Admetus. As the play opens, Alcestis is on the brink of death, prompting a powerful confrontation between Apollo and Thanatos (Death), where Apollo seeks to extend her life but is met with resistance. He departs with a promise that a savior will arrive in Pherae to rescue her. This unique work stands out as one of the most unconventional Greek dramas—an exploration of love, sacrifice, and the intricate boundaries between tragedy and ...

In this gripping tale, Orestes arrives in the land of Tauris, accompanied by his loyal friend Pylades, with a daunting task to retrieve the sacred image of Diana. Success means freedom from the relentless torment of the avenging Erinnyes, who pursue him due to his mother’s wrath. Meanwhile, his sister Iphigenia, who was miraculously saved from sacrifice by Diana, believes Orestes to be dead. As fate brings them together, Iphigenia learns of their shared plight, and they conspire to escape the clutches of the land’s ruler. Join us for a dramatic reading filled with tension, family bonds, ...

Dive into the world of Euripides Bacchae, a gripping exploration of myth and madness. Set against the backdrop of Thebes, the story unfolds with King Pentheus and his mother Agave facing the wrath of Dionysus, the god who seeks to prove his divine lineage and bring the wild rites of his worship to the city. This enthralling tale culminates in a shocking climax where Pentheus is brutally torn apart by the women of Thebes, with Agave tragically presenting his severed head to her father, Cadmus. Unlike many Greek tragedies, Bacchae features a dynamic chorus that plays a vital role in the ...

In Euripides haunting play, we delve into the harrowing aftermath of Troys fall, where the citys women grapple with the loss of their husbands and the looming threat of enslavement. The narrative opens with a divine council between Athena and Poseidon, who plot revenge against the Greek forces for their complicity in Ajax the Lessers heinous act of dragging Cassandra from Athenas sanctuary. The unfolding tragedy reveals the depths of suffering endured by the Trojan women, as they confront further calamities while the Greeks coldly distribute their fates. This poignant translation by Gilbert ...

In a dramatic twist of fate, the intended sacrifice of Iphigenia at Aulis by her father, Agamemnon, is miraculously averted by the goddess Artemis, who cleverly substitutes a deer for the daughter. Transported to the desolate shores of Tauris, Iphigenia becomes the chief priestess presiding over the grim fate of hapless foreigners. Haunted by the betrayal of her parents and yearning for revenge, she awaits the arrival of shipwrecked Greeks—unbeknownst to her, her own brother, Orestes, is among them. Considered one of Euripides most exquisite works, Iphigenia in Tauris encapsulates the tragic...

In a world where passion collides with betrayal and the boundaries of justice are tested, the title suggests a deep exploration of human emotions and moral dilemmas. This collection delves into the complexities of vengeance, love, and the consequences of our choices. Each week, listeners are treated to a different full-length audiobook that captures these themes from various angles, offering a diverse array of perspectives, time periods, and narrative styles. This podcast is perfect for those eager to gain insight into the timeless struggles of the human condition and the dramatic tales that ...

Vieles, was wir heute denken, viele unserer westlichen Werte gehen zurück auf die Glanzzeit der ersten Philosophie in Griechenland um 500 v. Chr. Verbunden mit den Namen Sokrates, Platon und Aristoteles. Und auch unsere Literatur bestimmen noch immer Figuren und Geschichten der Antike. Unsere Box vereint Klassiker der Denk-und Dramenkunst. Mit dabei: "Die Apologie des Sokrates", "Das Gastmahl", "Phaidon" (alle Platon), "Die Nikomachische Ethik" (Aristoteles), "Antigone", "König Ödipus" (Sophokles), "Medea" (Euripides), "Die Perser" (Aischylos) und "Die Vögel", "Lysistrate"(Aristophanes).

Der Klassiker um Schuld, Rache und Sühne als modernes Hörspiel. Der Vater opfert die Tochter, die Mutter erschlägt darauf ihren Mann und wird deswegen von ihrem Sohn erschlagen - am Ende dieser Geschichte um Rache und Gier steht die Erkenntnis, dass es so nicht weitergehen kann. Die Idee der Rechtsstaatlichkeit hält Einzug. In einer faszinierenden Mischung aus schlagfertigen Dialogen, gereimten Wechselgesängen und modernen Wendungen holt Raoul Schrott diesen Klassiker ins Hier und Jetzt.

La pensée antique est au fondement de l'histoire des idées et de la philosophie occidentale. Découvrez-en toute la profondeur en 700 citations soigneusement choisies pour présenter sous forme condensée les enseignements majeurs des sept figures incontournables de la philosophie antique, entre la Grèce et Rome qui s'en nourrit.

Euripide est un des trois grands tragiques de l'Athènes classique, avec Eschyle et Sophocle. Certains auteurs antiques lui attribuent 95 pièces dont 18 conservées dans leur intégralité. Il reste d'Euripide plus de pièces que d'Eschyle et Sophocle réunis, parce que sa popularité augmentait tandis que la leur déclinait. Il connut un immense succès durant l'époque hellénistique. Connu parmi les écrivains de l'Athènes classique pour sa sympathie sans égale envers toutes les victimes de la société, femmes incluses, ses contemporains l'ont associé à Socrate.

In dieser griechischen Sage wird Apollon, der Gott des Lichts, von Göttervater Zeus gezwungen, einem sterblichen Menschen zu dienen. Er wählt den gütigen Admetos aus. Als der Tag dessen Todes naht, belohnt Apollon ihn für seine Großherzigkeit indem er einen Stellvertreter in den Tod schickt. Nachdem Admetos' Vater Pheres abgelehnt hat, für seinen Sohn zu sterben, erklärt sich seine Frau Alkestis bereit, diesen Schritt zu gehen. Bald bereut Admetos es, seine Frau gehen zu lassen.

Medea es una obra teatral en la que el personaje principal, Medea, mata a sus hijos para vengarse de su esposo, quien la ha dejado por otra mujer. A pesar de lo terrible de este acto, se ha identificado a este personaje con la mujer enganada. El analisis de esta obra ha generado muchas controversias. Esta es la obra mas famosa de Eurpides.

Medea hat Jason geholfen, das Goldene Vlies zu erringen und dafür ihre Familie verraten. Nun verstößt Jason sie - und die Tragödie beginnt. Weltberühmter Stoff und noch heute vielgespieltes Stück!

Regarded by modern playwright Ellen McLaughlin as perhaps the greatest antiwar play ever written, Euripides The Trojan Women, also known as Troades, is a poignant tragedy that resonates deeply even today. Written in 415 BC against the backdrop of the Peloponnesian War, this powerful work reflects on the devastating events surrounding the capture of Melos, where the Athenians brutally subjugated its people. This year was also marked by the notorious desecration of the hermai and the Athenians ill-fated second expedition to Sicily—events that likely influenced Euripides’ writing. The Trojan ...