How does Milton explore the theme of disobedience in his epic poem Paradise Lost? What are the consequences of such disobedience? Answer in three to five paragraphs.

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Chasity Carson

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7 May, 12:12

How does Milton explore the theme of disobedience in his epic poem Paradise Lost? What are the consequences of such disobedience? Answer in three to five paragraphs.

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Larry Tanner · Answer 1

There are several ways that Milton explores the theme of disobedience in Paradise Lost, but the most obvious examples are definitely those of Satan and Adam and Eve. All of them have disobeyed God - Adam and Eve, led by Satan's poisonous tongue, did something they were not supposed to do, something God specifically forbade them from doing. Satan, similarly, wanted to be free of God's influence and be able to do whatever he wanted, which is why he disobeyed his father.

When it comes to the consequences of disobedience, here we have two diverging paths. On one hand, we have Adam and Eve who repented and understood that disobeying God will only make their lives miserable. Thus, they sought forgiveness which will eventually be granted to them. On the other hand, we have Satan who refused to obey his father and went down a spiraling path towards Hell, having denounced his father and everything holy he came from.