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Tavaststjerna, Karl August
1860
1898
Tavaststjerna, Karl A. (Karl August)
Judith och Holofernes : $b Historiskt skådespel i 4 akter och 8 tablåer
$aHelsingfors :$bG. W. Edlunds Förlag, $c1880.
Jari Koivisto
"Judith och Holofernes: Historiskt skådespel i 4 akter och 8 tablåer" by August Tavaststjerna is a historical drama likely written in the late 19th century. The play explores the biblical story of Judith, a Jewish widow, and her encounter with Holofernes, the Assyrian general. Central to the narrative is Judith's cunning and bravery as she attempts to save her city from impending doom, making her a key figure in this tale of resilience and empowerment. The opening of the play sets an intense and dramatic tone, taking place in Holofernes' camp, where he is preparing to sacrifice Ahalibama, a young beauty captured from the Ammonites. Amidst the fervor of warriors worshipping Nebucadnezar’s idol, Holofernes reveals his disdain for the gods and his desire for power. As he becomes infatuated with Ahalibama, he grants her freedom from her sacrifice, illuminated by his own twisted notions of love and conquest. The scenes shift from the preparation of war and bloodshed to Judith's emerging role as a protagonist, revealing her determination to save her people. This establishes a gripping backdrop for the unfolding drama that promises themes of courage, love, betrayal, and divine intervention. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
20240713102449tavaststje
1880
FI
Reading ease score: 87.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Judith (Biblical figure) -- Drama
Bible plays
Swedish drama
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Category: Plays/Films/Dramas
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
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