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== Origins of Tragedy == | == Origins of Tragedy == | ||
The Greek word "tragoidia" translates to "goat song," which could mean one of several definitions. Although not all tragedies are considered Greek, it is quite common to "refer to the tragedies that have survived the ancient world as “Greek” although tragedy as we know it, was developed in Athens" | The Greek word "tragoidia" translates to "goat song," which could mean one of several definitions. Although not all tragedies are considered Greek, it is quite common to "refer to the tragedies that have survived the ancient world as “Greek” although tragedy as we know it, was developed in Athens." <i>[http://cgim.dbq.edu/cgim/greece05/greek_tragedy.htm]</i> In fifth century BC, it was often said that goats were "a song for the prize of a goat or song at the sacrifice of a goat," and were also used as sacrifices in early rituals . These rituals took place in the form of dance, which is considered the first ever form of tragedy. This was the prominent element to a tragedy for many years. Over time, a speaker was added, and was likely to be a priest because these rituals had a religious [[ theme ]]. Eventually, dialogue between the speaker and dancers took place, which lead to the introduction of the chorus. Over time, these ritualistic elements continued to evolve into the tragedy as it is known today. | ||
In ancient Greece, annual festivals were held in honor of the Greek god, Dionysus. The goat was a sacred animal to him because he was the god of vegetation and wine. Because goats contained great value to Dionysus, it is said that rituals were held in order to promote the continuous cycle of death and life. Although tragedies have evolved over time, they still continue to have a common and reoccurring [[ theme ]]. The idea of human suffering has never ceased being prominent. As tragedies have developed, they have continued to raise questions such as the reasoning behind suffering, and the balance of good and evil. Additionally, tragedies have maintained their sad and dispirited qualities. | In ancient Greece, annual festivals were held in honor of the Greek god, Dionysus. The goat was a sacred animal to him because he was the god of vegetation and wine. Because goats contained great value to Dionysus, it is said that rituals were held in order to promote the continuous cycle of death and life. Although tragedies have evolved over time, they still continue to have a common and reoccurring [[ theme ]]. The idea of human suffering has never ceased being prominent. As tragedies have developed, they have continued to raise questions such as the reasoning behind suffering, and the balance of good and evil. Additionally, tragedies have maintained their sad and dispirited qualities. | ||