"Kai su, teknon" Caesar last words were probably a curse, not a farewell (2018)

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Shakespeare's 'Julius Caesar' is unusual among his tragedies for not being named after its hero, Brutus, whose story revolves around Caesar.
Brutus is portrayed as a complex character, with interpretations ranging from noble liberator to villainous conspirator, reflecting his moral and political ambiguities.
The assassination of Caesar by Brutus and other conspirators was motivated by a mix of public opinion, peer pressure, political ambition, and philosophical justification, particularly influenced by Platonist thought.
After Caesar's assassination, Brutus and the conspirators faced public backlash, leading to their eventual defeat at the Battle of Philippi, where Brutus committed suicide.
The historical and philosophical complexities of Brutus's actions and legacy continue to fascinate, raising questions about the inevitability of the Roman Republic's fall and the rise of the principate.

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