Reflection Of Tartuffe
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Tartuffe, written by Molière in 1664, explores themes of hypocrisy amidst the clash between the Catholic Church and the French monarchy during the Age of Enlightenment. The play highlights societal disillusionment with authority figures, particularly reflecting a growing skepticism towards religious representatives. Tartuffe's inappropriate behavior and manipulative tactics to marry Orgon's daughter underscore the ongoing tension between personal integrity and deceitful appearances.
Reflection Of Tartuffe
- 1. Reflection Of Tartuffe Tartuffe by Jean–Baptiste Poquelin MoliГЁre Tartuffe was written by Jean–Baptiste Poquelin, also known by his pen name MoliГЁre, in 1664. During this time the major religion of the region was Catholicism under the direction of Pope Alexander VII; Louis XIV was France's monarch. The Pope whom resides in Rome– capital of the Catholic faith, as well as a religious and political power at the time– often conflicted with the French king about who should rule over France's Catholic Church. The people of France did not like the thought of the Pope having more authority than their king– who resides elsewhere, and across Europe "The Age of Enlightenment" was taking place. The people were becoming more self–aware and relied more on their own sense of reasoning, rather than putting all of their trust into authority figures. At this moment in history, the people of France began to believe the church and its representatives to be hypocrites. At risk of...show more content... First, let me say that what remarks I've made About the constant visits you are paid Were prompted not by any mean emotion, But rather by pure and deep devotion, A fervent zeal... (55)" Tartuffe also follows up on his speech's forwardness towards Elmire by: grabbing her hands, placing his hand on her knee, pulling after her, and fondling the lace collar of her gown. All of these actions were considered unacceptable behavior by ladies and gentleman during the seventeeth century. Tartuffe also shows signs of hypocrisy when he persuades Orgon to give him his daughter, Mariane's, hand in marriage. In Act III, Scene 3, Tartuffe says: "...But soon, fair being, I became aware That my deep passion could be made to square With rectitude, and with my bounden duty. I thereupon surrendered to your beauty. It is, I know, presumptuous on my part To bring you this poor offering of my heart, And it is not my merit, Heaven knows, But with your compassion on which my hopes repose (Tartuffe Get more content on HelpWriting.net