Tag: ancient greek tragedy

• February 26, 2021

  Greek Drama Ep.6: The Concepts of Hybris, Nemesis, and Catharsis

  Hybris, nemesis, and catharsis are three important aspects of every ancient Greek tragedy. Hybris and nemesis were mentioned way before the birth of Greek theatre; we know the terms from ancient Greek mythology. And catharsis is a concept that was introduced in drama. But what is the meaning of these three theatrical terms?