Great Books Ep 59. Aeschylus - The Seven Against Thebes. Part 2. Between Duty and Decree: Navigating Personal Beliefs and Societal Laws

How does one find a balance between personal conviction and collective norms? When personal beliefs are at odds with the laws of the land, they can be the cause of a lot of sadness.

Feb 16, 2024

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Tell your good lords that I will bury him If none will help me. If it be dangerous To bury mine own brother, I am ready! Shame have I none for this rebellion!

~ ‘The Seven…

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