Prometheus Bound

Interesting Facts

• «Prometheus Bound» is part of a trilogy, but the other two parts («Prometheus Unbound» and «Prometheus the Fire-Bringer») have not survived to the present day.
• The main character, Prometheus, was punished by Zeus for giving humanity fire, symbolizing knowledge and civilization.
• In the play, Prometheus is depicted as a symbol of resistance to tyranny and injustice, making him one of the first literary heroes to fight for human rights.
• The tragedy raises questions about fate, free will, and justice, which remain relevant in the modern world.
• The play features choruses representing the Oceanids, daughters of Oceanus, a characteristic element of ancient Greek tragedy.
• Aeschylus uses a mythological plot to discuss philosophical and ethical questions, making the work multilayered and profound.
• The play ends on a tragic note with Prometheus still bound, heightening the drama and evoking sympathy from the audience.