Role Of Trust In Othello
Critical- how Iago manipulates Othello by manipulating his trust
Trust is the belief that someone is truthful, reliable, and honest. In the play Othello by William Shakespeare, the character Othello shows a great amount of trust, which when manipulated, ultimately leads to his downfall. Trust is an honourable trait but in excess can be detrimental.
In Othello, Iago uses several techniques of manipulation to shift Othello’s absolute trust from his wife, Desdemona, to himself. The first of these techniques is convincing Othello that he cares much about him. The lie, “My lord you know I love you” is used to present a sense of loyalty and friendship which manipulates Othello into holding Iago in higher regards, strengthening his trust in Iago.
Trust is the belief that someone is truthful, reliable, and honest. In the play Othello by William Shakespeare, the character Othello shows a great amount of trust, which when manipulated, ultimately leads to his downfall. Trust is an honourable trait but in excess can be detrimental.
In Othello, Iago uses several techniques of manipulation to shift Othello’s absolute trust from his wife, Desdemona, to himself. The first of these techniques is convincing Othello that he cares much about him. The lie, “My lord you know I love you” is used to present a sense of loyalty and friendship which manipulates Othello into holding Iago in higher regards, strengthening his trust in Iago.