Life Quote by Aeschylus
““CLYTEMNESTRA What ails thee, raising this ado for us? SLAVE I say the dead are come to slay the living.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Libation Bearers (part of the Oresteia) by Aeschylus, c. 458 BC
A warning that dead or past grievances can haunt the living, urging vigilance against lingering animosities.
In simple terms: Past grievances can haunt the present.
Key Takeaway
Address unresolved conflicts.
Themes
revenge
memory
justice
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
dramatic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family feuds
- political rhetoric
- personal grudges
Key Concepts
Greek tragedy
oral warning
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you confront lingering past grievances?
- What role does memory play in shaping present actions?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the complexity of forgiveness.
