Seven Against Thebes

Interesting Facts

• «Seven Against Thebes» is part of a trilogy that also included the lost tragedies «Laius» and «Oedipus».
• The tragedy is based on the myth of the curse of the House of Labdacus and the conflict between Oedipus' sons — Eteocles and Polynices.
• In this tragedy, Aeschylus pays great attention to the description of the crests and symbols on the shields of the seven leaders, highlighting their individuality and character.
• The theme of fate and the inevitability of the curse is central to the work, reflecting Greek notions of predestination.
• The tragedy ends with the death of both brothers, symbolizing the destructive power of family conflicts and hatred.