Paradise Lost The Devil Compar
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How does John Milton portray Satan in his poem, “Paradise Lost”? In this epic poem, Satan’s traits include pride, treachery, and persistent spitefulness. I believe that these character traits compare to the leadership of Howe Military School.
Satan commits many prideful acts throughout th ....
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.... of God / Raised impious war in Heaven and battle proud / With vain attempt”(40-43). This line shows that Satan’s pride caused him to believe he was equal to God. That belief led him to betray God, attempting to create a coup in Heaven. This action compares to Howe Cadet leaders when they betray other cadets, in vain, to gain more power. Satan thrived off the power he had in Heaven and tries to gain more, just as Cadet leaders often do. When he fails to gain more power, he looks to t ....
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