In Othello however the reason both for the tragedy and the "uncertain vision" has a name, Iago. The second most important reason as to why the uncertainty is treated differently is the fact that Othello due to his temper might be able to see what is happening, but his "hot blood" does not let him do so. ... The realization of the prophecy nevertheless, did not necessarily mean a tragedy. ... Instead the revelation of the truth will bring on many tragedies that will influence and bring death to the family and conflict between Antigone and Creon. ... The conflict in Othello is actual...

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It loves not realities and creators, but names and customs. ... Emerson does admit the difficulty inherent in being a non-conformist, remarking, "This rule [nonconformity], equally arduous in actual and in intellectual life, may serve for the whole distinction between greatness and meanness. ... Good and bad are but names very readily transferable to that or this; the only right is what is after my constitution, the only wrong is what is against it"(21-22). ... Thoreau espouses this idea as well saying, "The only obligation which I have a right to assume is to do at any time what I think right...

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