Ajax

Summary

Sophocles' tragedy «Ajax» tells the story of the great Greek warrior Ajax after the Trojan War. Offended that Achilles' armor was awarded to Odysseus instead of him, Ajax decides to kill the Greek leaders. However, the goddess Athena drives him mad, and he slaughters a flock of sheep, mistaking them for his enemies. Coming to his senses and realizing his disgrace, Ajax decides to take his own life. He bids farewell to his son and wife, then falls upon his sword. After his death, a dispute arises over whether his body should be buried. Ultimately, thanks to Odysseus' intervention, Ajax's body receives a proper burial.