Alcestis

Euripides' "Alcestis" is a Greek tragedy that tells the story of King Admetus, who is granted a reprieve from death if someone else volunteers to die in his place.

His wife, Alcestis, selflessly agrees to sacrifice herself to save her husband.

The play explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the boundaries of human existence.

Heracles, the mythical hero, arrives at Admetus's house and, upon learning of Alcestis's sacrifice, resolves to confront Death and bring her back from the underworld.

Through his heroic intervention, Heracles restores Alcestis to life, challenging the inevitability of death and highlighting the power of courage and friendship.