Euripides' "Medea"

Euripides' "Medea" is a tragedy about a woman named Medea who, betrayed by her husband Jason, seeks revenge. Once a loving wife and mother, she feels deep humiliation and rage when Jason abandons her to marry another woman. In her pain, Medea devises a plan to punish Jason by killing his new bride and her own children, ensuring Jason’s suffering. The play explores themes of passion, betrayal, justice, and the devastating effects of revenge. It challenges audiences to consider the extremes of human emotion and the tragic consequences of betrayal and vengeance.