Desdemona, of the Shakespearean play Othello, is a very complex character who takes on both roles. ... Now, however, she has this new relationship and commitment to her new husband and she is torn. The greatest difference amongst characters can be seen between Othello and Desdemona. ... The other characters in the play act on their emotions, which ultimately leads to trouble. ... Desdemona is similar to the conscious in that she is a constant reminder of the good in life "the just decisions and appropriate actions "and her death is a testament to Othello's ignorance of what is...

• Word Count: 1594
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

Tannehill, the author of the Abingdon New Testament Commentary on Luke, believes the 1st century audience was a group of Churches of diverse social composition with varied ethnic and religious backgrounds, social status and wealth. ... There are three main characters in the narrative: Jesus, the Pharisee and the Woman. ... Tannehill states, "the parable provides an imaginative bridge leading hearers to judge a situation from a new angle." ... Tannehill labels Simon as an "open character," with the potential for change. ...

• Word Count: 2099
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography