The Frogs

Drama | Aristophanes

 Consider The Frogs as an Old Comedy.

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Consider The Frogs as an Old Comedy For short part B The Frogs BCE written by Aristophanes c BCE is one of the finest examples of Old Comedy It blends fun satire and wisdom Through humor fantasy and music Aristophanes corrects moral faults and expresses his deep concern for Athens and its people Political and Moral Purpose Old Comedy always aims to reform society The Frogs criticizes corruption and foolish leadership Aristophanes attacks false intellectuals and selfish politicians The Chorus says nbsp But now you silly fools it s time to change your ways nbsp His comedy carries moral advice through laughter He wishes to bring back noble values and good citizens His words teach that true wisdom comes from honesty not pride The play unites fun and seriousness to guide people toward truth and goodness Fantasy and Supernatural Elements Fantasy is a vital part of Old Comedy The Frogs

shows Dionysus s journey to Hades to bring Euripides back The Frog-Chorus sings Brekekekex koax koax adding rhythm and fun The mix of gods ghosts and frogs creates imagination and joy Yet these scenes express serious thoughts about art and leadership Aristophanes hides wisdom under fantasy and laughter Chorus and Parabasis The Chorus plays a moral role It says nbsp It's just and proper in this city our sacred chorus give advice and teach This parabasis shows that Aristophanes uses the stage to advise the people His Chorus becomes a teacher of truth and justice Thus The Frogs reflects every mark of Old Comedy It joins fun imagination and moral vision Aristophanes entertains but also instructs His laughter heals the city and guides people toward a noble life

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