![]() Othello underestimated Desdemona’s fidelity, which led her to death at the hands of her husband. Othello’s words highlight the idea: “Of years, of country, credit, everything, To fall in love with what she feared to look on!” (Shakespeare 1:115-116). Othello was convinced that Desdemona was capable of treason partially because he encountered her freedom of decisions. Finally, the narrative of craving unusual things, which allowed Desdemona to fall in love with Othello and marry him, also supports Desdemona’s independent nature. Iago needs to re-interpret Desdemona’s independence into a lust to convince Othello of his wife’s unfaithfulness. Iago translates Desdemona’s act to leave Venezia as an action based on lust: “Whereto we see in all things nature tends- Foh! One may smell in such a will most rank, Foul disproportion, thoughts unnatural…” (Shakespeare 3:280-283). Iago is aware of her radiant nature and decides to question the high spiritual behavior of Desdemona. The actions and words of Iago support the idea of Desdemona’s exceptional character in comparison to other citizens of Venezia. This scene represents Desdemona’s independence and commitment to her beloved husband despite challenges and social condemnation. The state of isolation in which Desdemona finds herself serves as Shakespeare’s tool for showing the incompatibility of Venetian society and people who are guided by the principles of love and truth that Desdemona has. The statement is supported by the scenes, when Brabantio, her father, expels Desdemona from her home in Venice. ![]() ![]() The marriage of Othello and Desdemona is possible only if Desdemona breaks with her former environment, which shows her independence and willingness to fight for what she stands for. One might say that if Othello had known how bright and powerful Desdemona is, he would not have accepted Iago’s lies and could have defeated the jealousy sown by the envious man. It is suggested that Othello’s tragedy stems from his failure to note the power of Desdemona’s love (“Tess and Desdemona”). Thirdly, carried away by his successes and victories, Othello takes Desdemona’s love for granted, he is not willing to understand how powerful his wife is. The force of darkness, introduced by Iago, is much more agile and skilled in comparison to Desdemona’s light that exists in the play. Shakespeare’s interpretation explains why Desdemona, as the protagonist of the tragedy, is viewed as passive because her bright nature is presented without any highlights. The author’s interpretation of Desdemona as a force of light can only be noticed in the shifted focus from the confrontation between Othello and Iago to the deep, mystical contradiction between Desdemona and Iago (Melville). ![]() Secondly, Shakespeare hides the meaning of Desdemona’s character behind the fight between Othello and Iago. “But I do love thee! And when I love thee not, Chaos is come again,” – claims Othello (Shakespeare 3:101). Firstly, the facts that support the view of Desdemona’s character as being vivid and compelling are stated in quotes from Shakespeare: “…cunning’st pattern of excelling nature” (2:11).ĭesdemona brings light to the life around her this is her natural power. It is not virtue, purity, or beauty that distinguishes Desdemona from those around her she is noticed by the bright radiance with which she has illuminated her husband. Nevertheless, meeting with Desdemona was predetermined for Othello she was sent to him in reward for suffering, courage, and service. However, one can say that she had never been passive the surrounding people and the environment perceived Desdemona as being inert and sluggish. The image of Desdemona has frequently been considered passive and suffering in Othello. ![]()
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