Othello: The Theme Of Right Judgement

Part I of Essay
A central tenet of Othello is the concept of right judgement, and to always use it when making decisions. The renaissance definition of right judgement can be illustrated by the so called "hierarchy of right judgement." Governing all is reason, which includes understanding ....

Part II of Essay
.... he is showing that he will not rely solely on the information he is receiving, but also use common sense, memory, and understanding, and therefore judge rightly. Only after right judgement was used did he take action, and therefore avoid disaster. The Duke is a model of right judgement who can be compared to other characters in the play to show their weaknesses and shortcomings. In the same scene, right judgement is demonstrated again by the Duke, when he is faced with the mater of Othello marrying Desdemona. Initially, the Duke rejects ....