Medea’s Extreme Nature: Though Jason betrays her, Medea’s own actions deepen the tragedy. She is passionate and extreme. Her anger turns into cruel revenge. She plans to kill Creon, the princess, and her own children. She declares, 

“I’m … dangerous 

to enemies, but well disposed to friends.” 

Creon’s Fear and Decision: Creon also adds to the tragedy. He fears Medea’s anger and orders her exile. But he allows her one more day in Corinth. Medea uses this time to prepare her plot. She sends poisoned gifts to the princess. Creon dies trying to save her. His fear was not wrong, but his weak decision gave Medea space to act. So, Creon’s role cannot be ignored. His action helps the tragedy unfold fully.

Role Of The Gods: The gods play a hidden part. They gave Medea divine power. Helios, her grandfather, sends a chariot to save her. This divine escape protects her from Jason’s anger. The Chorus says,  

“It’s a fearful thing for men to spill the blood of gods.” 

Greek Society and Women’s Place: The society of that time also shares blame. Women had no rights and little respect. They were treated as property. Medea herself says, “We women are the most unfortunate.” Jason feels free to abandon her. He even says, 

“With no female sex … men would be rid of all their troubles.” 

Such views made Medea helpless. Her anger grew from this unfair system. The tragedy is thus also the result of social injustice.

In termination, we can say that the tragedy of Medea has many causes. Jason’s betrayal is the central spark. Medea’s violent mind adds fuel. Creon’s weak decision and divine power also shape the end. Even Greek society’s treatment of women plays a role. So Jason is not fully responsible, though he is the main cause. Euripides shows that personal faults and social customs together lead to great tragedy.