Secondly, Brutus joined the conspiracy to kill Caesar because of his concern over the potential corruption of Rome's political system under Caesar's rule. As Caesar's power and influence grew, there were worries that he would surround himself with supporters who would prioritize their own interests over the well-being of the Roman people. Brutus feared that this environment of favoritism and corruption would erode the balances that were crucial for maintaining a just and stable government. By eliminating Caesar, Brutus believed that he was safeguarding the integrity of Rome's political institutions and preventing the rise of a repressive government. During the Feast of Lupercal scene in Act 1, Scene 2, Cassius takes advantage of the celebration …show more content…
In this scene, Cassius says to Brutus, “And this man is now become a god, and Cassius is a wretched creature and must bend his body if Caesar carelessly but nod on him.” (1.2.115-118). This quote emphasizes Caesar's increasing power and suggests that he may become repressive, causing concern for the stability of Rome’s government. Furthermore, Cassius plays on Brutus' compassion for Rome, stating, "Well, Brutus, thou art noble; yet I see/ Thy honorable mettle may be wrought/ From that it is disposed. Therefore, it is meet/ That noble minds keep ever with their likes;/ For who so firm that cannot be seduced?" (1.2.308-312). Cassius implies that even a noble mind like Brutus could be swayed, insinuating that joining the conspiracy is an act of duty to protect the Republic. In Act 1, Scene 2, during the celebration of the Feast of Lupercal, Cassius manipulates Brutus into considering the assassination as a way to protect the republic from the potential consequences of Caesar's unchecked …show more content…
In Brutus' view, preventing Caesar from becoming a tyrant and preserving the republican values of Rome were of supreme importance, hence his participation in the conspiracy to eliminate him. Another point to this particular motive is that after Caesar's death, Brutus delivered a speech to the Roman citizens, explaining the reasons behind the conspiracy. He emphasized his fear of Caesar's ambition and how it could lead to tyranny, causing a decline in the republic's democratic values. By expressing his devotion to the republic and his belief in the necessity of Caesar's death for the greater good of Rome, Brutus demonstrated his commitment to preserving the integrity of the political system. As Brutus stood before the people, he passionately expressed his commitment to preserving the integrity of the political system and the republic they held dear. With this context in mind, Brutus delivered a powerful message to the Roman citizens, justifying his actions in the aftermath of Caesar's
This quote talks about Cassius planning on throwing notes at Brutus’ window saying the citizens want him as their leader. Right when Brutus reads the notes he makes up his mind and joins the conspiracy. This shows how gullible he is by the timing, he didn't take any time to really think about the situation he's facing. It should be a red flag if he randomly gets three notes from “citizens” complaining about Caesar right after Cassius talks to him about joining the conspiracy. As time goes on Cassius also puts different ideas in Brutus’ head, for example “The fault, dear Brutus is not in our stars but in ourselves, that we are underlings.”
As well as a great friend of Caesars, which meant he could also trust him. Moreover, Brutus felt like the only way to make sure Rome was safe was to kill Caesar. He felt that for the freedom and wealth of the people, it was the most logical and ethical thing to do. In addition, which led to him being the leader of the conspirators and taking over. Brutus had known the people of Rome admired him, they also loved him.
Brutus began the plan against Caesar because he thought Caesar was a threat to the Roman Republic. Brutus is a man of strong principles who values honor and civic duty above personal gain. He feared that if Caesar became emperor, the republic would go downhill, and the Romans would lose their freedom. Brutus played an important role in Caesar’s murder. “ The fault, dear Brutus is in our
Brutus did not have sufficient evidence in order to join the conspiracy and kill Julius Caesar. Brutus never knows for certain that Caesar is a threat to the Roman royalty and its people. He merely acts on suspicion and manipulative words from Cassius. Of course Brutus does not know this, but Cassius has been drafting a plan using forged letters of support in order to trick Brutus into turning his back on an old friend.
" Cassius is now trying to flatter Brutus into betraying Caesar. He has now gone to the point where he will now turn friend against friend. Cassius's corruption knows no
In William Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar”, the character of Brutus gets corrupted by the power he gets after joining the conspirators. As Caesar is starting to become the leader of Rome, Cassius starts a secret conspiracy group and recruits Brutus. Brutus is good friends with Caesar but he also thinks that it would be best for the good of Rome if Caesar wasn’t the leader. You really realize how corrupted Brutus is after he kills Caesar and the tragic words “Et tu Brute?” come out.
Brutus and the senators had made a plan to kill Caesar. Even though Caesar was his friend, Brutus joins the conspiracyagainst Caesar’s life because he feels that Caesar’s death is better for Rome. Brutus did not want to allow Caesar to rise to power and turn his back onto the people of Rome. Brutus felt like Caesar was being a dictator. “Which, hatched, would as his kind grow mischievous, And kill him in a shell” (2,1,33-34) Similar to how Cady, Janice and Damian made a plan to destroy Regina.
His decision to join the conspiracy and kill Caesar was strongly influenced by his honor and love for Rome. Brutus was bent on not letting Rome be ruled by a tyrannical leader, who he believed Caesar to be. Throughout his speech preceding the killing of Caesar, he talks repeatedly about his own honor and the honor he had for Caesar, showing that honor is an important factor in his decisions. At the end of the play, his strong sense of honor shows again with him refusing to be able to be taken prisoner, committing suicide before the enemy troops are able to reach him and capture
By doing this Brutus is able to state some reasons why he loved Caesar but how he loves Rome more. Finally, he supports this claim asserting that Caesar’s ambition was dangerous, therefore, he killed Caesar for the good of
When Brutus was talking to the conspirators Brutus was going back and forth think if he should help the conspirators kill Julius Caesar. He was going back and forth because he was thinking of the power he could have and could rule Rome. The reason behind Brutus killing Caesar was for the better of Rome. If Brutus would not have killed Caesar, Rome would have turned into a dictatorship, and in turn it would have ruined Rome and all of its people. Brutus did not kill Julius just for the power to rule Rome, he killed Julius to save Rome from Caesar’s dictatorship.
And while Brutus did work in part with other conspirators, which eventually led to him killing Caesar, he did it for a more morally sound reason which was that Caesar was going to cause the downfall of Rome because he was too ambitious, which is ironic because Caesar's death led to a string of unfit leaders, and civil unrest that eventually led to the downfall of the roman empire. Brutus was also focused on preventing corruption. “The name of Cassius honors this corruption,/ And chastisement doth therefore hide his head (IV.iii.15-6)... Remember March, the ides of March remember./ Did not great Julius bleed for justice' sake” (IV.iii.18-9).
“It must be by his death, and for my part” thought Brutus, who is contemplating on joining the conspiracy. In his soliloquy Brutus agrees on joining the conspiracy, which is good for the People of Rome. Brutus knows that Caesar is power hungry and is only masking himself until he gets the crown. The Senate will stay in power. If Caesar dies the well being of Rome will also stay peaceful.
Brutus realized the great harm Caesar could bring to Rome if the was crowned king. Although Brutus was easily persuaded by Cassius to go as far as committing a murder, Brutus did it because he thought that it was the best for Rome. Brutus does what he thinks is the absolute best for Rome which really shows his great honor and
Cassius saves the life of Caesar, sees him beg for water, and witnesses his epileptic seizure. From these weaknesses, Cassius finds himself to be just as worthy of the crown as is Caesar. His reasons are emotionally tied to getting rid of Caesar, Brutus chooses to become a conspirator for the good of Rome. He does not know how Caesar will use his power.
149-151). This indicates that being a true roman is their number one priority, and Brutus would not inform the others that breaking the promise of an oath would take that away from them without there being a purpose for it. Brutus is convincing Cassius and the others by making very agreeable statements to insure that they are on the same page as