“Destruction of power is unjust, destruction of corrupt power deserves justice.” Disobeying the god of gods, Zeus, a mere titan with the power of foresight challenges the powers of the heaven that ultimately leads to his destruction. Prometheus Bound, a play by Aeschylus, portrays the punishment of this titan, Prometheus. Prometheus receives reprimand because he turns against Zeus’ demands by giving the gift of fire to man. In turn, Zeus orders the titans, Might and …showed first 75 words of 917 total…

…showed last 75 words of 917 total…for his gifts to man. All of the viewpoints given throughout the play help to accurately convey the mixture of emotions aroused by Prometheus’ punishment. Through Prometheus’ experience, the effects of the penalty for corruption of power seem quite harsh. Still, Prometheus does not fear the consequences of his actions. In fact, the titan sustains his struggle against Zeus and patiently waits for a mightier power than Zeus to punish Zeus for his own corruption.