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Ep. 1144 - Conspiracy of Fools

The Andrew Klavan Show

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Justice, Revenge, and the Cycle of Injustices

This chapter explores the concept of justice and revenge as depicted in the play 'Orestaya' by Eschylus. It delves into the moral dilemma faced by Orestes and the flaws in the blood guilt system of retribution. The discussion also touches on the transformation of the furies into the humanities and the destructive consequences of blood guilt in society.

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