What role does Pluto play in “The Frogs?”
PremiumWhat role does Pluto play in The Frogs NU Aristophanes c BCE presents Pluto the god of the Underworld as a wise and just ruler in his famous play The Frogs BCE His role is small but very meaningful He helps to resolve the poetic contest and restore peace and order in Hades Judge and Host Pluto acts as a fair judge in the Underworld He allows Aeschylus and Euripides to debate for the seat of the best tragic poet He invites Dionysus to act as the final judge Pluto s calm presence maintains balance in Hades He never becomes angry or unfair His wisdom helps the contest move peacefully Through Pluto Aristophanes shows that even in the world of the dead justice and order must exist He represents divine reason and fair authority Supporter of Aeschylus Pluto supports Aeschylus who stands for moral and noble art After Dionysus chooses