Moral Choices in King Lear

[King James]

Well personally I find that ultimately in King Lear(in fact all Shakespearean drama for that matter) it is the moral choices made by the characters that captivated me the most. I was especially intrigued by how he characterised Edmund and the values that this character held held which led to his actions as a villain, a brother, and a son.

How do you guys feel about the importance of moral choices to this play and what it brings to the story? Is there any instance where those choices caused you to perceive human nature in a new light?

[Gladys]

Albany's journey to moral clarity is fascinating. And the servant who kills Cornwall is a moral giant.

[sodr2]

What was Albany's journal to "moral clarity"? I basically saw him go from naive to bold and aggressive.

[Gladys]

What was Albany's journal to "moral clarity"? I basically saw him go from naive to bold and aggressive. I think Albany quietly minds his own business until disturbing developments force his hand. Here are all the early words of Albany:


[with Cornwall] Dear sir, forbear!

Pray, sir, be patient.

My lord, I am guiltless, as I am ignorant
Of what hath mov'd you.

Now, gods that we adore, whereof comes this?

What's the matter, sir?

I cannot be so partial, Goneril,
To the great love I bear you—

Well, you may fear too far.

How far your eyes may pierce I cannot tell.
Striving to better, oft we mar what's well.

Well, well; th' event. Exeunt.