Statements (826)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:legend
gptkb:earthquake gptkb:mythological_figure gptkb:play gptkb:character |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:theatre
gptkb:Sophocles'_Philoctetes gptkb:The_Philoctetes_of_Sophocles gptkb:films gptkb:opera gptkb:novel gptkb:film numerous adaptations modern plays modern performances adapted into operas. modern play operatic versions adapted into films. Philoctetes by Heiner Müller. Philoctetes by John Barton. Philoctetes by John D. Barrow. Philoctetes by John Keats. Philoctetes by John Steinbeck. adapted into modern plays. |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:television_series
gptkb:radio_station |
| gptkbp:affiliation |
the Greek army
|
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Odysseus
gptkb:the_Trojan_War gptkb:Troy gptkb:Trojan_War gptkb:mythological_figure |
| gptkbp:audience |
thought-provoking
emotionally charged challenging themes |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Heiner_Müller
|
| gptkbp:awards |
Müller received accolades for this work
|
| gptkbp:based_on |
gptkb:mythological_figure
Philoctetes (play by Sophocles) |
| gptkbp:casualties |
the Greek army's decisions
betrayal by his comrades |
| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Odysseus
gptkb:Heracles gptkb:Neoptolemus gptkb:choir gptkb:Philoctetes |
| gptkbp:character_arc |
Neoptolemus' growth
Odysseus' manipulation Philoctetes' transformation |
| gptkbp:character_development |
Odysseus' manipulation
Philoctetes' journey Philoctetes' transformation Neoptolemus' moral dilemma |
| gptkbp:character_traits |
gptkb:beer
vulnerable anger tragic bravery isolation resilience courageous heroic isolated wrathful |
| gptkbp:child |
Poias
|
| gptkbp:complications |
snake bite
|
| gptkbp:conflict |
internal conflict
moral conflict external conflict Philoctetes vs. Odysseus Philoctetes vs. the Greeks |
| gptkbp:convicted_of |
gptkb:Paris
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
positive
mixed reviews well-received well-regarded analyzed in literary studies. performed in various adaptations. considered a masterpiece. widely studied in literature courses. considered a classic of Greek tragedy. |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired artists
performed worldwide inspired adaptations influenced modern theater influenced modern theatre translated into multiple languages inspired other works performed internationally inspired discussions on ethics studied in literature courses influenced filmmakers reference in popular culture inspired playwrights discussed in literary criticism influenced philosophers influenced playwrights studied in academic settings influenced musicians influenced artists influenced discussions on morality depicted the struggle for justice explored the theme of sacrifice highlighted the importance of empathy reflected on the nature of truth performed in universities influenced activists influenced educators influenced thinkers reflected on the nature of friendship inspired scholars influenced modern adaptations depicted the struggle for identity influenced discussions on ethics inspired philosophers explored the theme of redemption explores themes of isolation. addresses moral dilemmas. influenced critics influenced theorists influenced novelists influenced scholars explored the concept of fate influenced historians influenced philosophical thought reflects on the human condition. influenced discussions on justice influenced poets highlighted the importance of loyalty examined the consequences of betrayal depicted the struggle for acceptance depicted the struggle for survival showcased the complexity of human relationships examined the nature of justice influenced modern interpretations of heroism highlighted the importance of communication influenced discussions on human rights highlighted the importance of compassion explored the relationship between man and nature influenced critics of society influenced discussions on betrayal influenced discussions on conflict influenced discussions on destiny influenced discussions on fate influenced discussions on heroism influenced discussions on isolation influenced discussions on suffering influenced discussions on the human condition influenced discussions on tragedy reference in modern works examines the nature of suffering. influenced discussions on heroism. addressed the consequences of war addressed the theme of loyalty versus duty addressed the theme of moral ambiguity addressed the theme of revenge analyzed the impact of divine intervention contributed to the study of tragedy depicted the struggle for power. examined the nature of power dynamics examined the role of fate in human affairs examined the role of the hero examined the role of the outsider explored themes of pain and healing highlighted the importance of personal agency influenced the portrayal of tragic heroes influenced the study of ethics in literature questioned moral dilemmas reflected on human condition reflected on the consequences of pride reflected on the nature of suffering showcased the complexity of human emotions showcased the impact of isolation on the psyche showcased the resilience of the human spirit |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
gptkb:philosopher
gptkb:mythological_figure classical literature explores human emotions examines the nature of power influences art influences film influences music examines moral dilemmas. influences modern storytelling highlights the importance of empathy examines moral dilemmas depicts the search for meaning addresses themes of isolation depicts the struggle for survival influences literature highlights the importance of compassion reflects on the human condition depicts the struggle for identity examines the role of destiny questions the nature of justice questions the nature of truth influences philosophy questions the morality of war serves as a critique of society illustrates the importance of community depicts the journey of self-discovery addresses the theme of revenge depicts the complexity of human emotions. depicts the impact of loss depicts the struggle against adversity depicts the theme of redemption examines the consequences of betrayal examines the impact of betrayal on trust examines the nature of sacrifice examines the role of the gods explores the concept of loyalty explores the theme of despair explores the theme of fate versus free will explores the theme of forgiveness explores the theme of loyalty versus duty explores the theme of resilience highlights the consequences of war highlights the struggle for acceptance illustrates the consequences of ambition illustrates the impact of fate illustrates the power of hope reflects on the nature of heroism shows the complexity of human relationships explores human suffering explores human suffering. influences psychology influences theater reflects on heroism reflects on the nature of heroism. serves as a commentary on betrayal serves as a commentary on fate serves as a commentary on free will serves as a commentary on friendship serves as a commentary on justice serves as a commentary on loyalty serves as a commentary on redemption serves as a commentary on sacrifice serves as a commentary on suffering serves as a commentary on the human condition serves as a reflection on morality serves as a study of human nature |
| gptkbp:debut_year |
409 BC
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| gptkbp:decommissioned |
gptkb:Lemnos
the Greek army Greek army the island of Lemnos |
| gptkbp:defeated |
a snake bite
|
| gptkbp:depicted_in |
a skilled warrior
a symbol of pain and endurance |
| gptkbp:directed_by |
gptkb:John_Barton
|
| gptkbp:discontinued |
the Greek army
Greek army the island of Lemnos |
| gptkbp:explores |
gptkb:heroism
gptkb:loyalty gptkb:Community_Center gptkb:Saint gptkb:Order isolation morality the theme of redemption the struggle for survival the theme of loyalty the theme of betrayal the theme of sacrifice the concept of justice human condition the role of fate the theme of loss the idea of revenge the search for meaning the cost of war the quest for identity betrayal of trust the theme of acceptance the theme of despair the theme of hope the theme of reconciliation the theme of survival the theme of forgiveness the theme of humanity the nature of pain the theme of grief the impact of abandonment |
| gptkbp:famous_quote |
" I am a man of sorrow."
" I am a man of pain" " I am a man who has suffered greatly." |
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:Odysseus
|
| gptkbp:features_character |
gptkb:Odysseus
gptkb:Neoptolemus gptkb:Philoctetes |
| gptkbp:first_performance |
gptkb:1960
5th century BC |
| gptkbp:follows |
gptkb:mythological_figure
|
| gptkbp:fought_in |
gptkb:Trojan_War
|
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:earthquake
|
| gptkbp:has |
festering wound
|
| gptkbp:has_a |
a festering wound
wound |
| gptkbp:has_child |
Poias
|
| gptkbp:has_conflict_with |
gptkb:Odysseus
the gods Snake Bite |
| gptkbp:has_feature |
wounded foot
|
| gptkbp:has_property |
gptkb:bow_of_Hercules
the bow of Heracles |
| gptkbp:has_role |
gptkb:Trojan_War
|
| gptkbp:has_skill |
archery
|
| gptkbp:has_skin |
causes him great pain
|
| gptkbp:has_weapon |
gptkb:bow_of_Heracles
gptkb:Bow_of_Heracles |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
gptkb:German_reunification
gptkb:Trojan_War gptkb:mythological_figure Cold War era post-war America post-war Germany Athenian drama American theater evolution Greek tragedy. Athenian society. Peloponnesian War. influenced by earlier works of Homer. part of the Theban Cycle. performed at the City Dionysia. reflects the values of ancient Greek society. written during the Peloponnesian War. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Philoctetes
|
| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:American_theater
gptkb:mythological_figure Western literature Romantic literature modern adaptations Brechtian theatre postmodern theater influenced later literature. |
| gptkbp:influenced |
modern theatre
|
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
inspired adaptations
influenced playwrights contributed to postmodern literature |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkb:Homer |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:existentialism
gptkb:postmodernism |
| gptkbp:inspired |
academic studies
|
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:Wounded_Warrior
gptkb:legend gptkb:earthquake gptkb:son_of_Poeas gptkb:mythological_figure Character in Greek mythology Heroic figure heroic figure mythological archetype figure in classical mythology symbol of the human condition character in Greek tragedies character in ancient Greek literature cultural reference in literature character in classical literature Hero of the Trojan War heroic figure in mythology figure in the Trojan War narrative character in ancient Greek plays character in Greek epic poetry character in the context of Greek tragedies. character in the lore of the Trojan War mythological figure from antiquity symbol of suffering and abandonment tragic character in Greek mythology tragic figure in the context of war character in the story of the Trojan War Greek Tragic Character hero of the Greek tragedy heroic figure in Greek mythology key figure in Sophocles' plays symbol of suffering and endurance warrior of the Trojan War key player in the Trojan War symbol of the cost of heroism |
| gptkbp:is_a_figure_in |
gptkb:mythological_figure
the story of the Trojan War the mythology of the Trojan War the lore of Greek mythology |
| gptkbp:is_acharacter_in |
gptkb:The_Ajax_by_Sophocles
gptkb:The_Electra_by_Sophocles gptkb:The_Aeneid gptkb:The_Iliad gptkb:mythological_figure the story of the Argonauts The Seven Against Thebes by Aeschylus Euripides' play ' Philoctetes' The Trachiniae by Sophocles Sophocles' play ' Philoctetes' The Libation Bearers by Aeschylus the myth of the Trojan War The Philoctetes by Jean-Paul Sartre The Philoctetes by John Bunyan The Philoctetes by John Dryden The Philoctetes by John Fletcher The Philoctetes by John Galsworthy The Philoctetes by John Keats The Philoctetes by John Masefield The Philoctetes by John Milton The Philoctetes by John Webster The Philoctetes by Sophocles The Philoctetes play by Eugene O' Neill The Women of Trachis by Sophocles The Agamemnon by Aeschylus The Antigone by Sophocles The Choephori by Aeschylus The Eumenides by Aeschylus The Oedipus Rex by Sophocles The Orestes by Euripides The Philoctetes by Euripides The Suppliants by Aeschylus |
| gptkbp:is_adept_at |
nan
|
| gptkbp:is_affected_by |
loneliness
Snake Bite snake bite a snake bite wound Snake bite |
| gptkbp:is_arepresentation_of |
human suffering
|
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
gptkb:the_bow_of_Hercules
gptkb:Odysseus gptkb:the_Trojan_War gptkb:Troy gptkb:Heracles gptkb:mythological_figure The Greek army the concept of heroism the theme of betrayal the themes of loyalty and betrayal pain and suffering the bow of Heracles the island of Lemnos the theme of abandonment the themes of pain and healing the themes of suffering and redemption |
| gptkbp:is_atype_of |
literature and drama
|
| gptkbp:is_character_in |
gptkb:Homer's_'_Odyssey'
gptkb:Homer's_'_Iliad' gptkb:Homer's_Iliad the works of Euripides Sophocles' play ' Philoctetes' The Philoctetes by Sophocles the tragedies of ancient Greece the play Philoctetes by Sophocles The Philoctetes by Euripides the Philoctetes play by Sophocles |
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a tragic hero
|
| gptkbp:is_described_as |
gptkb:mythological_figure
|
| gptkbp:is_discussed_in |
gptkb:Homer's_Iliad
gptkb:mythological_figure Homer's works |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
various adaptations and retellings
various plays Sophocles' play Sophocles' play ' Philoctetes' |
| gptkbp:is_from |
gptkb:mythological_figure
|
| gptkbp:is_involved_in |
gptkb:The_fall_of_Troy
gptkb:The_Trojan_War the narrative of the Trojan War the moral dilemmas of war the events of the Trojan War the quest for Troy The quest for the bow of Heracles the plot of the Philoctetes play the retrieval of the bow of Heracles the plot to retrieve the bow of Heracles |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
gptkb:The_Philoctetes
his loyalty his role in the Trojan War his tragic fate archery skills his emotional depth his complex character arc his archery skills his suffering his loyalty to his friends his loyalty to his comrades His archery skills his legacy in Western literature his suffering and isolation being a hero in Greek mythology his role in the Greek tragedies his impact on the narrative of the Trojan War his wound that causes him pain having the bow of Heracles his loyalty to the Greek cause pain and isolation His relationship with Odysseus His suffering and isolation his bow his heroic deeds despite suffering. his relationship with the Greeks his wound and the bow of Heracles his suffering and resilience |
| gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as |
a tragic hero
a misunderstood hero a victim of fate a tragic figure in literature a hero in his own right a symbol of abandonment |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:the_Trojan_War
gptkb:the_myth_of_the_Argonauts gptkb:mythological_figure the Argonauts' story |
| gptkbp:is_represented_in |
the cost of war
suffering and endurance |
| gptkbp:is_respected_by |
the Greek heroes
|
| gptkbp:key |
Sophocles' play ' Philoctetes'
|
| gptkbp:key_people |
the Greek victory
|
| gptkbp:known_for |
gptkb:Bow_of_Heracles
archery skills his suffering |
| gptkbp:language |
gptkb:City
gptkb:Native_American_tribe English |
| gptkbp:literary_devices |
gptkb:language
dramatic irony symbolism imagery irony foreshadowing uses foreshadowing. foreshadowing. soliloquy dialogue. uses symbolism. dramatic irony. tragic flaw. uses dialogue. uses dramatic irony. monologue. uses monologue. |
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Odysseus
gptkb:Heracles gptkb:Neoptolemus gptkb:Philoctetes gptkb:mythological_figure a play by Sophocles The Philoctetes play by Sophocles |
| gptkbp:miracle |
gptkb:Asclepius
|
| gptkbp:motif |
gptkb:heroism
gptkb:loyalty gptkb:Saint |
| gptkbp:music_style |
three acts
direct address minimalist staging German theater non-linear narrative dialogue-driven symbolic props |
| gptkbp:notable_character |
gptkb:Odysseus
gptkb:Heracles gptkb:Neoptolemus gptkb:choir |
| gptkbp:notable_for |
his suffering and isolation on Lemnos
|
| gptkbp:notable_performance |
gptkb:Royal_National_Theatre
gptkb:Theater_of_Dionysus modern adaptations modern theater classical theater ancient Greek theater classical theatre Theater in Ancient Greece |
| gptkbp:notable_production |
gptkb:Staatstheater_Stuttgart
gptkb:Theater_Bonn gptkb:Theater_Magdeburg gptkb:Theater_Wuppertal gptkb:1970_Royal_Shakespeare_Company_production gptkb:Theater_Regensburg gptkb:Theater_Gera gptkb:Theater_der_Welt gptkb:Theater_Ulm gptkb:Theater_Aachen gptkb:Theater_Chemnitz gptkb:Theater_Cottbus gptkb:Theater_Osnabrück gptkb:Theater_Pforzheim gptkb:Theater_Zittau gptkb:Schauspielhaus_Zürich gptkb:Theater_Lübeck gptkb:Theater_Krefeld gptkb:Theater_Freiburg gptkb:Theater_Bremen gptkb:Berlin_Ensemble |
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
" I am a man of sorrow."
" I am a man who has suffered." " I will not be a slave to my pain." " I am the one who has been abandoned." " The pain of my wound is a constant reminder." |
| gptkbp:occurs_in |
gptkb:Neoptolemus
|
| gptkbp:official_language |
gptkb:Native_American_tribe
Greek |
| gptkbp:owner |
gptkb:sports_event
|
| gptkbp:participated_in |
gptkb:Trojan_War
|
| gptkbp:participates_in |
gptkb:Trojan_War
|
| gptkbp:performance |
gptkb:theatre
gptkb:classical minimalist approximately 90 minutes performed in various theaters classical Greek theatre performed in ancient Greece. revived in modern theater. performed in 1818 |
| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:Royal_Shakespeare_Company
|
| gptkbp:plot |
moral dilemma
Neoptolemus' loyalty Odysseus' deception Philoctetes' wound return to Troy Neoptolemus' deception Odysseus seeks Philoctetes' bow Philoctetes abandoned by Greeks the character of Odysseus represents cunning and manipulation the character of Heracles provides guidance to Philoctetes the character of Neoptolemus represents youthful idealism the play raises questions about morality in leadership Neoptolemus is sent to retrieve Philoctetes Odysseus persuades Philoctetes to join the war Philoctetes has a wound that festers Philoctetes is abandoned on Lemnos Philoctetes suffers from a festering wound. Philoctetes ultimately returns to battle the Chorus reflects on the nature of humanity the character of Neoptolemus undergoes development the character of Odysseus embodies pragmatism the character of Philoctetes is a tragic hero the character of Philoctetes seeks redemption the play addresses the consequences of abandonment the play concludes with a sense of resolution the play ends with Philoctetes' decision to fight the play examines the morality of war the play explores themes of trust and deception the play highlights the importance of compassion the play is a commentary on human suffering the play is a reflection on the human condition the play is part of the Theban plays cycle the role of fate is significant themes of loyalty and betrayal are explored the character of Philoctetes is a symbol of suffering the character of Philoctetes embodies suffering and resilience Neoptolemus is sent to retrieve Philoctetes. Odysseus tries to manipulate Philoctetes. Philoctetes is abandoned by the Greeks. Philoctetes ultimately decides to join the Greeks. abandonment by comrades return to battle |
| gptkbp:portrayed_by |
gptkb:The_Aeneid
gptkb:Greek_Tragedy gptkb:The_Philoctetes a tragic hero various works of art a tragic figure various literary works various actors in adaptations various forms of art a skilled archer a victim of fate a figure of resilience a symbol of suffering various adaptations in film and theater various adaptations of Greek tragedies modern literature and theater The plays of Sophocles The works of Euripides |
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
gptkb:1986
c. 409 BC |
| gptkbp:premiered_on |
gptkb:1970
gptkb:1986 408 BC 409 BC |
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:1960
gptkb:1970 gptkb:1986 gptkb:Viking_Press 1818 |
| gptkbp:related_to |
gptkb:Odysseus
gptkb:Heracles gptkb:Neoptolemus gptkb:Trojan_War |
| gptkbp:related_works |
gptkb:The_Iliad
gptkb:The_Odyssey |
| gptkbp:relationship |
gptkb:Odysseus
gptkb:Heracles gptkb:Neoptolemus |
| gptkbp:released |
gptkb:Odysseus
gptkb:Heracles gptkb:Neoptolemus Odysseus and Neoptolemus |
| gptkbp:replaced_by |
gptkb:Greek_Army
gptkb:Asclepius Greeks |
| gptkbp:resolution |
Philoctetes returns to battle.
Philoctetes' return to battle |
| gptkbp:role |
gptkb:Odysseus
gptkb:Heracles gptkb:Neoptolemus |
| gptkbp:scholarships |
gptkb:historical_event
gptkb:literary_work interpretation thematic studies performance studies cultural impact comparative literature philosophical implications discussed in philosophy analyzed in literary studies dramatic structure character studies mythological analysis examined in history interpreted in psychology studied in drama theory |
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:Troy
gptkb:Trojan_War |
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:island_of_Lemnos
gptkb:Troy gptkb:Lemnos gptkb:Trojan_War gptkb:mythological_figure |
| gptkbp:signed_by |
gptkb:the_Trojan_War
|
| gptkbp:social_structure |
five acts
three acts |
| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:church
gptkb:earthquake poetic language expressionism dark themes dramatic irony emotional intensity political commentary symbolism fragmentation postmodern philosophical depth philosophical questions social critique intertextuality exploration of human condition absurdist humor exploration of identity absurdist historical references non-linear narrative tragic elements exploration of morality mythological references exploration of power dynamics character complexity exploration of conflict metatheatrical elements |
| gptkbp:successor |
the island of Lemnos
|
| gptkbp:symbol |
suffering and redemption
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
gptkb:betrayal
gptkb:Fire_Department gptkb:sports_event isolation pain suffering moral dilemmas the hero's journey redemption through suffering the bow of Heracles isolation and abandonment suffering as a human condition wound the bow of Heracles. the island of Lemnos. the wound of Philoctetes. Neoptolemus represents youth. Odysseus represents cunning. Philoctetes' wound symbolizes pain. the bow symbolizes power. the island symbolizes isolation. |
| gptkbp:thematic_element |
gptkb:heroism
gptkb:revenge gptkb:Order |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:betrayal
gptkb:heroism gptkb:Community_Center isolation suffering redemption |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:betrayal
gptkb:existentialism gptkb:heroism gptkb:Order gptkb:absurdism isolation morality suffering redemption human condition the role of fate. explores existential questions. questions the nature of justice. the nature of justice. the conflict between individual and society. considers the meaning of loyalty. discusses the role of the gods. examines the concept of fate. |
| gptkbp:translated_into |
gptkb:French
gptkb:Spanish English |
| gptkbp:treatment |
gptkb:Asclepius
|
| gptkbp:was_akey_figure_in |
Greek tragedies
the story of the Trojan War the events of the Trojan War |
| gptkbp:was_aproponent_of |
The Philoctetes by Sophocles
The Philoctetes by Euripides |
| gptkbp:worn_by |
gptkb:snake
|
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Heiner_Müller
gptkb:John_Steinbeck gptkb:Sophocles gptkb:John_Keats gptkb:John_Barton gptkb:Euripides |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Paris
gptkb:mythological_figure |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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