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Examples Of Ethos In Julius Caesar

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Rose Bishop Mrs. Comm Honors English 10 April 26 2023 “Believe me.” In Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar,” one of the main characters presents a speech after a traumatic incident has occurred. In this speech, Antony utilizes the elements of pathos, ethos, and logos to persuade the audience in a certain way. In his speech, Antony mentions the humbleness of Caesar. "When the poor have cried, Caesar hath wept" (3.2.1251). Antony implies that despite his status, Caesar thought of himself as being on par with the common people. Caesar would be affected if the poor were to experience something. He appears from this as an admirable individual and leader. Antony furthers by sympathizing with the crowd, “My heart is in the coffin there with Caesar, and I must pause till it come back to me” (3.2.1251). He …show more content…

“He hath brought many captives home to Rome Whose ransoms did the general coffers fill: Did this in Caesar seem ambitious” (3.2.1250). Antony is presenting evidence of Caesar's accomplishments to show that he lacks ambition and therefore is not deserving of death. Furthermore, to show his humbleness, “I thrice presented him a kingly crown, Which he did thrice refuse. Was this ambition? Yet Brutus says he was ambitious, And sure he is an honourable man” (3.2.1251). Refusing the crown 3 separate times is a grand show of honor and humbleness that Caesar did possess. Antony’s speech in “Julius Caesar” effectively uses pathos, ethos, and logos to persuade the audience towards his viewpoint. By appealing to their emotions, using his credibility and establishing his connection with Caesar, and presenting logical arguments, Antony successfully convinces the audience that Caesar was a noble and honorable leader who did not deserve his death. His clever use of persuasion strategies is evidence of the complexity of characters and the impact of speeches that still engage audiences centuries

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