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Julius Caesar 2.2 Performance: Caesar and Calpurnia, Lines 25-37a
This video focuses on a critical scene in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" where Caesar dismisses the ominous omens and prophecies that forewarn his demise, choosing to face his fate with a stoic resolve. It highlights Caesar's perspective...
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Julius Caesar 2.2 Interview: Caesar and Calpurnia
This video examines a pivotal scene in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" where Caesar decides to ignore ominous warnings and attend the Senate, influenced by the interpretations and persuasions of others around him. The discussion highlights...
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Julius Caesar 2.2 Historical Reference: Medieval Religious Practices
This video explores the historical and religious context of Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," specifically focusing on the practice of preserving relics and its allegorical use in the play. The discussion illuminates how Brutus's reference...
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Julius Caesar 2.2 Background: Omens, Soothsayers, Rituals
This video delves into the thematic elements of fortune and political manipulation in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," exploring how characters interpret omens and prophecies within the political landscape of ancient Rome. It also examines...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Word Nerd: Whet
This video explores the etymology of the word "whet" and its application in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar." The video highlights how this term has evolved to include figurative meanings such as enhancing one’s appetite or interest. It...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Word Nerd: Sacrifice
This video examines the etymology of the word "sacrifice" and its thematic significance in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar." The discussion expands to interpret Brutus's metaphor of carving Caesar "as a dish fit for the gods," highlighting...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Word Nerd: Harlot
This video explores the profound etymology of the word "harlot" within the context of Shakespeare's play, as it appears in a poignant inquiry by Portia in "Julius Caesar." The video also delves into how Shakespeare uses the geographical...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Word Nerd: Exorcist
This video delves into the etymology and dual meaning of the word "exorcist" as used in Shakespeare's time, specifically within the context of "Julius Caesar." Highlighting the scene where Ligarius speaks to Brutus, it explains how...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Scene Summary
This video examines a dense and pivotal scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," focusing on Brutus's internal and external conflicts as he prepares for the assassination of Caesar. The scene covers Brutus's contemplations about the...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Performance: Portia, Lines 292-303a
This video delves into a poignant scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Portia, the wife of Brutus, implores him to confide in her about his secretive plans against Caesar. It highlights Portia's argument for trust and...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Performance: Portia, Lines 262-279a
This video focuses on a dramatic scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Portia confronts Brutus about his secretive nighttime activities, expressing deep concern for his well-being. It explores her suspicions and the tension...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Performance: Portia, Lines 238-257
This video explores a poignant scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" where Portia confronts Brutus about his secretive and anxious behavior. It delves into Portia's perception of the changes in Brutus's demeanor and actions,...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Performance: Brutus, Lines 77-85
This video analyzes a significant scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Brutus discusses the necessity of concealing their conspiracy with deceptive affability. It delves into the themes of secrecy and deception, examining how...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Performance: Brutus, Lines 61-69
This video delves into Brutus's internal conflict as depicted in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," focusing on the torment he experiences after agreeing to participate in the assassination of Caesar. It explores the metaphorical description...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Performance: Brutus, Lines 44-58
This video examines a key moment from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Brutus grapples with the decision to join the conspiracy against Caesar. The scene focuses on Brutus reading a letter that manipulates his sense of duty towards...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Performance: Brutus, Lines 163-184a
This video delves into a critical scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Brutus articulates his vision for a dignified assassination of Caesar, emphasizing that they should be sacrificers, not butchers. The video examines...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Performance: Brutus, Lines 114-140
This video unpacks a pivotal speech by Brutus from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where he argues against the need for an oath among the conspirators. Brutus contends that their shared cause against tyranny should be motivation enough...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Performance: Brutus, Lines 10-34
This video explores a reflective soliloquy by Brutus in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where he contemplates the necessity of Caesar's death to prevent potential tyranny. Brutus muses on the nature of power and its ability to corrupt,...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Metaphor
This video delves into a crucial scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Brutus discusses the strategic display of public remorse following Caesar's assassination. It highlights the historical context of political violence in...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Interview Brutus and Portia
This video explores a poignant interaction between Brutus and Portia from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," shedding light on their personal conflicts amid political turmoil. It highlights Portia's insistence on understanding Brutus's...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Interview Brutus and Cassius
This video dissects a pivotal scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" where Brutus is visited by Cassius and other conspirators in the middle of the night. They discuss the urgent need to act against Caesar, emphasizing the tension and...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Interview Brutus
This video features a dramatic reenactment of a pivotal scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," focusing on Brutus's internal conflict over the decision to assassinate Caesar. It delves into his nighttime contemplations, conversations...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Historical Reference: Julian Calendar
This video provides an insightful analysis of a specific scene in Shakespeare's play where characters discuss the positioning of celestial bodies, reflecting the historical understanding of astronomy. It explores how knowledge of the...
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Julius Caesar 2.1 Digression: Lunar Calendars, Hanukkah, Ramadan
This video explains the lunar calendar systems used by Jewish and Islamic traditions, focusing particularly on the calculation of Hanukkah and Ramadan. The video highlights the challenges faced by followers of each faith due to these...